USER'S MANUAL AW08N0 Series Window-type Room Air Conditioner (Cooling) DB98-26923A Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register Insert in feet also Getting Started You have just purchased a Samsung window-type room air conditioner which should be installed following the Installation Manual. Your Owner's Instructions contain much valuable information on using your air conditioner. Please take the time to read them as they will help you take full advantage of the unit's features. The illustrations in the step-by-step procedures use four different symbols: PRESS PUSH IMPORTANT NOTE E-5 You must select the COOL mode if you wish to adjust the: Cooling temperature Fan speed when Cooling 18°C and 28°C. You can switch the air conditioner off whenever you want. Depending on the position of the unit in your room, you can adjust the orientation of the inner air flow blades on the unit. Power Failure If a power failure occurs, the air conditioner is switched off. When the power comes back on, the air conditioner starts up again automatically. Temperature and Humidity Ranges The following table indicates the air conditioner's temperature and humidity operation range. Mode Cooling Indoor Temperature 21°C to 32°C approx. Outdoor Temperature 21°C to 43°C approx. Indoor Humidity 80% or less If the air conditioner is used at... Higher temperature Lower temperature Then... The automatic protection feature may be triggered and the air conditioner will stop. A water leakage or some other malfunction may happen if the heat exchanger freezes. Higher humidity levels Water may condense on and drip from the surface of the unit if it is used for long periods. E-8 Cleaning Your Air Conditioner Be sure to clean the air filter periodically to maintain the air conditioner in the best condition for a long period of time. When cleaning the air conditioner, turn it off and pull out the power plug. 1 Open the front grille by pulling the tabs on both sides of the grille. Then lift it up slightly to open the front grille completely. 2 Grab the tabs on the filter and pull it up and out. 3 Remove all dust on the air filter with a vacuum cleaner or brush. 4 When you have finished, insert the air filter back into its original position. 5 Wipe the surface of the unit with a neutral detergent and then wipe it again with dry cloth. (Be sure not to use benzene, solvent or other chemical products.) If you... Will not be using the air conditioner for a long period of time Then... Set the fan going for a few hours to dry the inside of the air conditioner thoroughly. Switch the air conditioner off and unplug it from the wall socket. Clean the filter and outer surfaces. Set the fan going for a few hours to dry the inside of the air conditioner thoroughly. Have not used the air conditioner for a long period of time E-9 Solving Common Problems Before contacting an authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and the expense of an unnecessary call. Problem The air conditioner does not operate at all. Explanation / Solution Check for a power failure. Check the voltage. (See the technical specifications) Check the power plug for disconnection. Check to see whether the operating mode selection dial is placed in the " Off " position. (Set it to the desired position.) Check to see whether the room temperature is too low. - Refer to page 10 for details about temperature condition. Set the THERMOSTAT control to the desired position. - When the number on the THERMOSTAT control is too high, the room temperature may be too warm. Check to see whether there is an open window or other leakage of cool air to the outside. - Close the window and fill the gap. Check to see whether there is any obstacle adversely affecting the flow of the air inside and outside the room. - Remove the obstacle or change the position of the air conditioner. Check to see whether the air filter is clogged with dust or contaminated with foreign substances. - Clean the air filter. Check to see whether there is any direct sunlight facing the air conditioner. - Block the sunlight with a sunshade. Check to see whether there is any electric device generating heat. - Do not use the air conditioner together with any heating device. Ventilate the room. The air comes out smoothly, but cooling is not effective. Odors are permeating the room during air conditioning. E-10 Installation Before installation, be sure to check the installation area or the air conditioner, and drain hose. Checkpoints prior to installation 1 Check the cabinet and front grille of the unit for any harmful defects such as scratches. 2 Be sure to check the power supply. - Refer to the specifications on the label attached to the unit. Installation Conditions 1 As the unit is heavy, the wall or window of the installation area should have sufficient strength and durability for operation of the air conditioner, and for prevention of any vibration or noise. If it is weak, reinforcement work should be performed separately. 2 It is advisable to install the air conditioner in the north or west side to prevent the effect of direct sunlight. When installing it in the south or east side due to unavoidable circumstances, it is advisable to install the sunshade to prevent the direct sunlight. In this case, take care not to cause any hindrance to the flow of outside air. 3 When installing the air conditioner, be sure to obtain sufficient space on the rear side of the unit for smooth flow of air. When operating the air conditioner in closed areas such as inner building with cooling operation, and result in trouble with the unit. See the illustration below. Awning 300mm 65mm min. 500mm 500mm 145mm 500mm Approx.3° 750mm 110mm min. If the wall is greater than 110mm thick, cut the wall back on a 45° angle if possible. Outdoor side 45 Indoor side 100mm or more 45 ...