Climax VS12 User & Installation Manual

Climax Air Inc.

DC Inverter Portable Air Conditioner

Model VS12 12,000 BTU

Introducing The World’s

Most Efficient Portable Air Conditioner

VS12 User & Installation Manual Version 1.0

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Read This Manual

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner
properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and

money over the life of your air conditioner. You’ll find many answers to common

problems in the troubleshooting tips chart. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting
Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

Caution

• Cleaning and user maintenance should not be made by children without supervision.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced

physical, sensory, or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety (be applicable for other countries except the
European Countries).

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its

service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid an electrical hazard.

• The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.

• Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry

room.

• The appliance, if it includes an electric heater, shall have at least 3 feet of clearance

to combustible materials.

• Contact an authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.

• Contact an authorized installer for installation of this unit.

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Contents

ENVIRONMENTAL NOTES

Environmental notes……………………………………………………………………………………….………… 4

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Safety rules………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 5
Operating condition…………………………………………………………………………………………………… 5
Electrical information………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS

Accessories………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 6
Names of parts………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 7

AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES

Electronic control operating instructions…………………………………………………………………… 8

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Operating instructions……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 9

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Location…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 11
Window kit installation……………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
Exhaust hose installation…………………………………………………………………………………………… 14
Water drainage…………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 15

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Care and maintenance………………………………………………………………………………………………. 16

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

Trouble shooting……………………………………………………………………………………………………..… 17

REMOTE CONTROL

Remote Control ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..… 18

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ENVIRRONMENTAL NOTES

When using this air conditioner the following information must be followed:

DISPOSAL: Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such

waste separately for special treatment is necessary.

It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance in domestic household waste.
For disposal, there are several possibilities:

a) The municipality has established collection systems, where electronic waste can be

disposed of free of charge to the user.

b) As old products contain valuable resources, they can be sold to scrap metal dealers.

Disposal of waste in forests and landscapes endangers your health when hazardous substances
leak into the ground-water and find their way into the food chain.

CAUTION:

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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• Your air conditioner should be used in such a way that it is
protected from moisture. Ex: condensation, splashed water,
etc. Do not place or store your air conditioner where it can
fall or be pulled into water or any other liquid. Unplug
immediately.

• Always transport your air conditioner in a vertical position
and stand on a stable, level surface during use.

• Turn off the product when not in use.

• Always contact a qualified person to carry out repairs. If the

supply cord is damaged it must be repaired by a qualified
repairman.

• Keep an air path of at least 12” all around the unit from
walls, furniture and curtains.

• If the air conditioner is knocked over during use, turn off

the unit and unplug from the mains supply immediately.
Allow unit to remain upright for 24 hours in off position
before restarting.

• Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet room such as a

bathroom or laundry room.

• Do not touch the unit with wet or damp hands or when

barefoot.

• Do not press the buttons on the control panel with anything

other than your fingers.

• Do not remove any fixed covers. Never use this appliance if

it is not working properly, or if it has been dropped or
damaged.

• Never use the plug to start and stop the unit.

• Always use the switch on the control panel.

• Do not cover or obstruct the inlet or outlet grilles.

• Do not use hazardous chemicals to clean or come into

contact with the unit. Do not use the unit in the presence of
inflammable substances or vapor such as alcohol,
insecticides, petrol, etc.

• Do not allow children to operate the unit unsupervised.

• Do not use this product for functions other than those

described in this instruction manual.

• Use the unit in the recommended size room.

• Locate the unit where furniture cannot obstruct the air flow.

• Keep blinds/curtains closed during the sunniest part of the day.

• Keep the filters clean.

• Keep doors and windows closed to keep cool air in and warm air out.

MODE

ROOM TEMPERATURE

COOL

17°C (62°F) ~ 35°C (95°F)

DRY

13°C (55°F) ~ 35°C (95°F)

Always do this

Never do this

Saving Energy

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Safety rules

To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be
followed. Incorrect operation due to not following instructions may cause harm or damage.

Operating condition

• The air conditioner must be operated within the temperature range indicated below:

Suggested tools for window kit installation

1. Screwdriver

2. Tape measure or ruler

3. Knife or scissors

4. Saw (in the event that the window kit needs to be cut down in size because the window is too

narrow for a direct installation)

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PARTS:

PARTS NAME:

QUANTITY:

Exhaust hose and Adaptor 1 and Adaptor B (flat
mouth or round mouth: depending on models)
Window Slider Kit and bolt

1 set

Foam Seal

3/pc

Remote Controller and Battery (for remote
control models only)

1pc

Drain hose ( ) and drain hose adaptor ( )

1pc

PARTS IDENTIFICATION

For your safety

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

• Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord an adaptor plug. Do not remove any

prongs from the power cord.

Electrical Information

• Be

sure the electrical

the

serial plate, which

• Be

sure the air conditioner

important. The power cord

service

is

located on

is

is

adequate for the model you have

the side of the cabinet and behind the

properly grounded.

is

equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against

To

minimize shock and fire hazards, proper grounding

chosen. This information can be

grille.

found

shock

on

is

hazards.

•

Your

air

conditioner must be

to

use

is

not adequately grounded or protected

electrician install the proper

•

Ensure the receptacle

used

in a

properly grounded wall receptacle.

receptacle.

is

accessible after the unit

by a

time delay fuse

installation.

If

the wall receptacle you

or

circuit breaker, have a qualified

intend

Accessories

NOTE: Optional parts ( ), on some models.

• Check that all the accessories are included within the package and please refer to the installation
instructions for their usage.

NOTE: All the

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illustrations

be slightly different. The actual shape shall

in this manual are for explanative purpose only. Your air

prevail.

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conditioner

may

IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS

NAMES OF PARTS

Front

❶ Operation panel

❷ Horizontal louver blade (swing
automatically)

❸ Caster

❹ Carrying handle (both sides)

Rear

❺ Air filter (behind the grille)

❻ Air intake

❼ Air outlet

❽ Drain outlet

❾ Power cord outlet

❿ Power cord buckle (used

only when storing the unit)

Bottom tray drain outlet

Power plug socket (use
only when storing the unit)

Vent control

Air inlet

Air filter

Drain outlet

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❺ MODE select button

Selects the operating
Each time you press the button, a is
selected in a that goes
AUTO, COOL, and FAN. The mode

light under the different

❻ TIMER button

Used to initiate the AUTO ON start time
AUTO OFF stop time in
with the & buttons. The timer

light under the

on/off

❼ SWING button

only)

the

the is

can the

❽ LED Display

Shows the set in

and the
While on DRY and FAN it
the room

AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES

ELECTRONIC CONTROL OPERATING

Before
controller,

The

unit

you

can be

begin,
and

all

controlled

thoroughly familiarize yourself

its

functions,

by the

follow

units

the

symbols

control panel

AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION PANEL

INSTRUCTIONS

with the

for the

alone or

contro

l panel,

functions

with

you

the

remote

desire.

remote

controller.

❶ POWER button

Power switch on/off.

❷ SLEEP button
Used to initiate the SLEEP operation.

❸ FAN button
Control the fan speed. Press to select the fan
Speed in four steps-LOW, MED, HI and AUTO.
The fan speed indicator light illuminates under
different fan settings except AUTO speed. When
select AUTO fan speed, all the fan indicator lights
turn dark.

❹ UP ( + ) and DOWN ( - ) button
Used to adjust (increasing/decreasing)
temperature settings (1°C/2°F increments)
in a range of 17°C (62°F) to 30°C (88°F) or
the TIMER setting in a range of 0~24hrs…

NOTE: The control is capable of displaying

temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees
Celsius. To convert from one to the other, press
and hold the Up and Down buttons at the same
time, for 3 seconds.

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AUTO operation

- When you set the air conditioner in AUTO mode, it
will automatically select cooling, or fan only
operation depending on what temperature you
have selected and the room temperature.

- The air conditioner will control room temperature
automatically round the temperature point set by
you.

- Under AUTO mode, you cannot select the fan
speed.

FAN operation

- Press the RMODER button until the "FAN" indicator
light comes on.

- Press the "FAN SPEED" button to choose the fan
speed. The temperature cannot be adjusted.

- Do not put the duct to window.

TIMER operation

- When the unit is on, pressing the Timer button will
initiate the Auto-off stop program, the TIMER OFF

indicator light illuminates. Press the UP or down

button to select the desired time. Press the TIMER
button again within 5 seconds, the Auto-on start
program is initiated and the TIMER ON indicator
light illuminates. Press the up or down button to
select the desired Auto-on start time.

- When the unit is off, press the Timer button to
initiate the Auto-on start program, press it again
within five seconds will initiate the Auto-off stop

program.

- Press or hold the UP or DOWN button to change
the Auto time by 0.5 hour increments, up to 10
hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours.
The control will count down the time remaining
until starting.

- The system will automatically revert back to
display the previous temperature setting if there is
no operation in a five second period.

- Turning the unit ON or OFF at any time or
adjusting the timer setting to 0.0 will cancel the
Auto Start/Stop timer program.

- When a malfunction (E1, E2, E3 or E4) occurs,
the Auto Start/Stop timed program will also be
cancelled.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Error codes
EO-

Discharge temperature

Unplug

If
E1- Room
Unplug

If

E2- Condenser

Unplug
repeats,

E4- Display panel

Unplug

If

error

P1- Bottom tray is

drain
water away. If
for

Operating Instructions

COOL operation

-

Press the

indicator

-

Press the
select your
temperature

17°C-30°C/62°F-88°F.

-

Press

fan

speed.

DRY operation

- Press the “MODE” button until the “DRY”

Indicator light comes on.

- Under this mode, you cannot select a fan speed
or adjust the temperature. The fan motor operates

at LOW speed.

- Keep windows and doors closed for the best
dehumidifying effect.

- Do not put the duct in the window.

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protection code:

the unit and plug

error

repeats,

call for

temperature sensor

the unit and plug

error

repeats,

call for

temperature

the unit and plug

call for

service.

communication

the unit and plug
repeats,

call for

full- Connect

hose and drain the

protection code repeats, call

service.

the “FAN

"MODE" button

light

comes

on.

ADJUST buttons "+"

desired room temperature.

can be set

SPEED" button

within a range of

sensor

service.

service.

service.

collected

until the

or " - " to

to choose the

error-

it

back

in.

error-

it

back

in.

sensor error
it

back in. If

error-

it

back

in.

the

"COOL”

The

­error

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SLEEP operation

Press this button, the selected temperature will
Increase by 1°C/2°F every one hour. The temperature will
then increase another 1°C/2°F after an additional 3 hours.
This new temperature will be maintained for 4 hours before
it returns to the originally selected temperature. This ends
the Sleep mode and the unit will continue to operate as
originally programmed.

NOTE: This feature is unavailable under FAN or DRY mode.

Other features

Auto-Restart

If the unit shuts off unexpectedly due to a power failure, it
will restart with the previous function settings automatically
when the power resumes.

Wait 3 minutes before resuming operation

After the unit has stopped, it cannot be restarted within the
first 3 minutes. This is to protect the unit. Operation will
automatically start after 3 minutes.

Air flow direction adjustment

The louver can only be adjusted automatically.

• Adjust the airflow direction automatically
(Fig.4):

- When the Power is ON, the louver opens fully. Press the
SWING button on the panel or remote controller to initiate
the Auto swing feature.

- The louver will swing up and down automatically.

- Please do not try to adjust the louver manually.

-

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Location

• The air conditioner should be placed on a firm

foundation to minimize noise and vibration. For
safe and secure positioning, place the unit on a
smooth, level floor strong enough to support the unit.

• The unit has casters to aid placement, but it should

only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces. Use caution
when rolling on carpet surfaces. Do not attempt to
roll the unit over objects.

• The unit must be placed within reach of a properly

rated grounded socket.

• Never place any obstacles around the air inlet or

outlet of the unit.

• Allow 30cm to 100cm of space from the wall with

for efficient air-conditioning.

Window slider kit Installation

Your window slider kit has been designed to fit most
standard "Vertical" and "horizontal" window
applications, however, it may be necessary for you to
improvise/modify some aspects of the installation
procedures for certain types of windows. Please refer
to Fig.6 & Fig.7 for minimum and maximum window
openings. Window slider kit can be secured with a bolt
(see Fig.7a).

Note: If the window opening is less than the mentioned
minimum length of the window slider kit, cut the one
with the hole in it short to fit the window opening.
Do never cut out the hole in window slider kit.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (optional)

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Installation In a double-hung sash window

1. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper length and

attach it to the window sill. Fig.8

2. Attach the window slider kit to the window sill. Adjust the

length of the window slider kit according to the width of
window, shorten the adjustable window kit if the width of
window is less than 26.5 inches, open the window sash and
place the window slider kit on the window sill. Fig.9

3. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper length

and attach it on the top of the window. Shown as in Fig.10

4. Close the window sash securely against the window.

5. Cut the foam seal to an appropriate length and seal the

open gap between the top window sash and outer window
sash. As shown in Fig. 11.

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Installation in a sliding sash window

1. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper length and

attach it to the window frame. See Fig.12.

2. Attach the window slider kit to the window sill. Adjust the

length of the window slider kit according to the width of
window, shorten the adjustable window kit if the width of
window is less than 26.5 inches.
Open the window sash and place the window slider kit on
the window sill. See Fig.13.

3. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper length,

and attach it on the top of the window. As shown as in Fig.14.

4. Close the sliding sash securely against the window.

5. Cut the foam seal to an appropriate length and seal the

open gap between the top window sash and outer window
sash. Shown as in Fig.15.

NOTE: All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation
purpose only. Your unit may be slightly different. The
actual shape shall prevail.

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Exhaust hose installation:

The exhaust hose and adaptor must be installed or removed in
accordance with the proper mode.

COOL or AUTO
mode

Install

FAN, DEHUMIDIFY

Remove

1. Install the adaptor B and adaptor I onto the exhaust hose as
shown in Fig.16a or Fig.16b. Refer to the previous pages for
window kit installation.

2. Install the flexible Exhaust hose as depicted in Fig.17 a&b.
Then push the hook of the Exhaust hose into the hole seat
of the unit in Fig.18.

CAUTION:

Make sure that there are no obstacles around the air outlet

of the exhaust hose (in the range of 20”) in order for the
exhaust system to work properly.

VENT CONTROL feature

The Vent Control is located at the back of the air conditioner.
The OPEN position removes stale air from the room and
exhausts it to the outside. Fresh air is drawn in through normal
passages in the home.
When you don’t need to circulate the room air, set the Vent
Control to the CLOSED position.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (optional)

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Water drainage:

- During dehumidifying modes, remove the upper
drain plug from the back of the unit, install the drain
connector (5/8" universal female adaptor) with
3/4" hose (locally purchased). For the models
without a drain connector, just attach the drain
hose to the hole. Place the open end of the hose
directly over the drain area in your basement
floor. Please refer to Fig.20a.

NOTE: For the double-duct design, water drainage
is not needed during cooling operation. If performing
above water drainage during cooling operation, the
cooling efficiency/capacity will be reduced.

NOTE: Make sure the hose is secure so there are
no leaks. Direct the hose toward the drain, making
sure that there are no kinks that will stop the water
from flowing. Place the end of the hose into the drain

and make sure the end of the hose is pointed down to
let the water flow smoothly (see Fig.20a, 20b, 21a). Do

not ever point it up (see Fig.21b).

- When the water level of the bottom tray reaches
a predetermined level, the unit beeps 8 times,
the digital display area shows "P1".At this time
the air conditioning/dehumidification process will
immediately stop. However, the fan motor will
continue to operate(this is normal). Carefully move the

unit to a drain location, remove the bottom drain plug
and let the water drain away (Fig.22). Reinstall the
bottom drain plug and restart the machine until the
"P1" symbol disappears. If the error repeats, call for

service.

NOTE: Be sure to reinstall the bottom drain plug
before using the unit.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

IMPORTANT:

1) Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing.

2) Do not use gasoline, thinner or other chemicals to clean
the unit.

3) Do not wash the unit directly under a tap or using a hose.
It may cause electrical danger.

4) If the power cord is damaged, it should be repaired or replaced
By the manufacturer or its dealer.

1. Air filter

- Clean the air filter at least once every two weeks to prevent
Reduced fan operation because of dust accumulation.

- Removal
This unit has two filters. Take the air filters out as shown Fig.23.

- Cleaning
Wash the air filter by immersing it gently in warm water
(about 40°C/104°F) with a neutral detergent. Rinse the filter and

dry it in a shady place.

- Mounting
Install the air filters after cleaning as shown Fig.24..

2. Unit enclosure

- Use a lint-free cloth soaked with neutral detergent to clean
the unit enclosure. Finish by drying with a clean cloth.

3. When the unit is to be idle for a long time

- Remove the rubber plug at the back of the unit and attach
a hose to drain outlet. Place the open end of the hose
directly over an appropriate draining area. (See Fig.20 & 21).

- Remove the plug from the bottom drain outlet, any water
in the bottom tray will drain out (See Fig.22).
Keep the appliance running on FAN mode for half a day in
a warm room to dry the appliance inside and prevent mold
from forming.

- Stop the appliance and unplug it, wrap the cord and
bundle it with tape(Fig.25). Remove the batteries from
the remote controller.

- Clean the air filter and reinstall it.

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TROUBLES

POSSIBLE CAUSES

SUGGEST REMEDIES

1. Unit does not
Start when
Pressing on/off
Button

- P1 appears in the display window.

Drain the water in the bottom tray.

- Room temperature is lower than
the set temperature. (Cooling mode)

Reset the temperature.

2. Not cool enough

- The windows or doors in the room
are not closed or room is too large.

Make sure all the windows and
doors are closed.

- There are heat sources inside the
room.

Remove the heat sources if possible

- Exhaust air duct is not connected or
blocked.

Connect the duct and make
sure it can function properly.

- Temperature setting is too high.

Decrease the set temperature.

- Air filter is blocked by dust.

Clean the air filter.

4. Noise or vibration

- The ground is not level or not flat
Enough.

Place the unit on flat, level ground if
possible.

5. Gurgling sound

- Sound comes from the flowing
of the refrigerant inside the air-
conditioner.

It is normal.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS

TROUBLE SHOOTING

The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product
improvement. Consult with the sales agent or manufacturer for details.

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AIR CONDITIONER

REMOTE CONTROLLER ILLUSTRATION

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CONTENTS

Handling the remote controller……………………………………………………………………………………………………. 2

Remote controller Specifications……………………………………………........................................................ .3

Function buttons…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...4

Indicators on LCD……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………6

How to use the buttons…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….......7

Auto operation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..7

Cooling/ Fan operation……………………………………………………………………………………………………….7

Dehumidifying operation…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………8

Swing operation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………8

Timer operation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………9

ECONOMY operation……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..12

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Handling the remote controller

• The air conditioner will not operate if curtains, doors or other materials
block the signals from the remote controller to the indoor unit.

• Prevent any liquid from falling into the remote controller. Do not expose
the remote controller to direct sunlight or heat.

• If the infrared signal receiver on the indoor unit is exposed to direct
sunlight, the air conditioner may not function properly. Use curtains to prevent the
sunlight from falling on the receiver.

• If other electrical appliances react to the remote controller, either move these appliances
or consult your local dealer.

CAUTIONS

Location of the remote controller.

• Use the remote controller within a distance of 25
feet from the appliance, pointing it towards the
receiver. Reception is confirmed by a beep.

The remote controller is powered by two dry cell

batteries (R03/LR03X2) housed in the rear
part and protected by a cover.
(1) Remove the cover by pressing and sliding off.
(2) Remove the old batteries and insert the new
Batteries, placing the ( + ) and ( - ) ends correctly.
(3) Reattach the cover by sliding it back into position.

NOTE: When the batteries are removed, the
remote controller erases all programming.
After inserting new batteries, the remote
controller must be reprogrammed.

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Model

RG51B1/EU

Rated Voltage

3.0V (Dry batteries R03/LR03X2)

Lowest Voltage of
CPU Emitting Signal

2.0V

Signal Receiving
Range

8m

Environment -5°C~60°C (-41°F~140°F)

Remote Controller Specifications

Performance Features

CAUTIONS

• Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of a different type.

• Do not leave the batteries in the remote controller if it is not going

to be used for 2 or 3 months.

• Dispose of the old batteries according to your local regulations.

NOTE:
Temperature setting display:

Fahrenheit scale (°F): RG51B1/EU

1. Operating Mode: AUTO, COOL, DRY, and FAN.

2. Timer Setting Function in 24 hours.

3. Indoor Setting Temperature Range: 17°C~30°C (62°F~88°F).

4. Full function of LCD (Liquid Crystal Display).

NOTE: All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purpose only.

Your air conditioner may be slightly different. The actual shape shall
Prevail.

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❻ ON/OFF Button
Operation starts when this button is pressed
and stops when the button is pressed again.

❼ FAN SPEED Button
Used to select the fan speed in four steps:

❶ TEMP DOWN Button

Push this button to decrease the indoor

temperature setting in 1°C (2°F) increments to 17°C
(62°F).

❷ TEMP UP Button
Push this button to increase the indoor

temperature setting in 1°C (2°F) increments to 17°C
(62°F).

❸ MODE Button
Each time the button is pressed, the operation
mode is selected in the sequence of the following:

NOTE: Do not select HEAT mode if the machine you

purchased is cooling only type. Heat mode is not
supported by the cooling only appliance.

❹ SWING Button (on some models)

Used to stop or start louver movement and
set the desired up/down airflow direction.

❺ RESET Button
Once the recessed RESET button is pressed, all of the

current settings will be cancelled and the controller
will return to the initial settings. You must press the

“ON” button on the remote to reactivate the remote.

❽ TIMER ON Button

Press this button to activate the Auto-on time
setting. Each press will increase the time setting
in 30 minutes increments, up to 10 hours, then at
1 hour increments up to 24 hours. To cancel the
Auto-on time setting, just press the button until
The time setting is 0.0.

❾ ECONOMY (SLEEP) Button
Select this function during the sleeping time. It can
maintain the most comfortable temperature
and save energy. This function is available on
COOL, or AUTO mode only.

NOTE: While the unit is running under SLEEP mode,
It would be cancelled if ON/OFF, FAN SPEED, SLEEP or
MODE button is pressed.

❿ TIMER OFF Button

Press this button to activate the Auto-off time
setting. Each press will increase the time setting
in 30 minutes increments, up to 10 hours, then at
1 hour increments up to 24 hours. To cancel the
Auto-off time setting, just press the button until
The time setting in 0.0.

Lock Button

Press this recessed button to lock all current settings,
and the remote controller will not accept any
operation except that of the lock. Use the LOCK mode
when you want to prevent settings from being
changed accidentally. Press the lock button again to
cancel the LOCK function. A lock symbol will appear on
the remote controller display when the lock function is
activated.

LED Display Button

Press this button to clear the display on the
AC unit, press it again to light the display.

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MODE display

Displays the current selected mode. Including AUTO,COOL,
DRY, and FAN.

Transmission Indicator

This transmission indicator will light when the remote
Controller transmits signals to the indoor unit.

Temp./Timer display

The temperature setting (from 17°C/62°F) to
30°C/88°F or timer setting (0~24h) will be displayed.
If FAN mode is selected, there will be no display.

ON/OFF display

This indicator will be displayed when the unit is running.

MODE display (FAN mode)

FAN SPEED display

Displays the selected fan speed: AUTO, HIGH, MED
and LOW. Nothing displays when the fan speed is
selected in AUTO speed. When AUTO or DRY Mode
is selected, there will be no signals displayed.

TIMER display

This display area shows the settings of the TIMER.
That is, if only the Auto-on time function is set, it will
display TIMER ON. If only the Auto-off time function
is set, it will display TIMER OFF. If both functions are
set, it will display TIMER ON/OFF which indicates you
have chosen both the Auto-on time and Auto-off time.

LOCK Indicator

LOCK display is displayed when pushing the LOCK button.
Push the LOCK button to clear display.

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How to use the buttons

Auto operation

Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is
available. The OPERATION indicator on the
display panel of the indoor unit illuminates.

1. Press the MODE button to select Auto.

2. Press the TEMP button to set the desired
temperature. The temperature can be set
within a range of 17°C (62°F)~30°C in 1°C (2°F)
increments.

3. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air
conditioner.

NOTE

1. In the Auto mode, the air conditioner can logically
choose the mode of Cooling, Fan, and
Dehumidifying by sensing the difference between the
actual ambient room temperature and the set

temperature on the remote controller.

2. In the Auto mode, you cannot switch the fan speed.
It has already been automatically controlled.

3. If the Auto mode is not comfortable for you, the
desired mode can be selected manually.

Cooling/Fan operation

Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is
available.

1. Press the MODE button to select COOL,
or FAN mode.

2. Press the TEMP button to set the desired
temperature. The temperature can be set
within a range of 17°C (62°F)~30°C in 1°C (2°F)
increments.

3. Press the FAN SPEED button to select the
fan speed in four steps-Auto, Low, Med or High.

4. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air
conditioner.

NOTE

In the FAN mode, the setting temperature is not
displayed in the remote controller and the room
temperature is displayed on the indoor unit. You are not
able to control the room temperature either. In this case,
only step 1, 3 and 4 may be performed.

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Dehumidifying operation

Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is
available. The OPERATION indicator on the
display panel of the indoor unit illuminates.

1. Press the MODE button to select DRY mode.

2. Press the TEMP button to set the desired
temperature. The temperature can be set
within a range of 17°C (62°F)~30°C in 1°C (2°F)
increments.

3. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air
conditioner.

NOTE

In the Dehumidifying mode, you cannot switch
the fan speed. It has already been automatically
set.

Swing operation

Use the SWING button to adjust the Up/Down
airflow direction.

1. When pressing the button once and quickly, the
air flow direction setting feature of the louver is
activated and the louver will swing up/down

automatically.
To set the louver to a desired position, press the button
once to move the louver to its position the press the
button again to stop it.

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Timer operation

Press the TIMER ON button can set the auto-on
time of the unit. And press the TIMER OFF button
can set the auto-off time of the unit.

To set the Auto-on time

1. Press the TIMER ON button. The remote
controller shows TIMER ON, the last Auto-on
setting time and the signal “h” will be shown on
the LCD display area. Now it is ready to reset the
Auto-on time to START the operation.

2. Push the TIMER ON button again to set desired
Auto-on time. Each time you press the button,
the time increases in 30 minute increments, up
to 10 hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24
hours.

3. After setting the TIMER ON, there will be a one­half second delay before the remote controller
transmits the signal to the air conditioner. Then,
after approximately another 2 seconds, the
signal “h” will disappear and the set temperature
will re-appear on the LCD display window.

To set the Auto-off time

1. Press the TIMER OFF button. The remote
controller shows TIMER OFF, the last Auto-off
setting time and the signal “h” will be shown on
the LCD display area. Now it is ready to reset the
Auto-off time to START the operation.

2. Push the TIMER OFF button again to set desired
Auto-off time. Each time you press the button,
the time increases in 30 minute increments, up
to 10 hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24
hours.

3. After setting the TIMER OFF, there will be a one­half second delay before the remote controller
transmits the signal to the air conditioner. Then,
after approximately another 2 seconds, the
signal “h” will disappear and the set temperature
will re-appear on the LCD display window.

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IMPORTANT

• The effective operation time set by the

remote controller for the timer function is
limited to the following settings: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5,

2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, 6.0, 6.5, 7.0,

7.5, 8.0, 8.5, 9.0, 9.5, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24hrs.

Example of Timer setting
TIMER ON
(Auto-on Operation)

The TIMER ON feature is useful when you want the
unit to turn on automatically before say when
You return home. The air conditioner will
automatically start operating at the set time.

Example:

To start the air conditioner in 6 hours

1. Press the TIMER ON button, the last setting of

starting operation time and the signal “h” will
show on the display area.

2. Press the TIMER ON button to display “6:0h” on

the TIMER ON display of the remote controller.

3. Wait for about 3 seconds and the digital display

area will show the temperature against. Now this
function is activated.

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TIMER OFF
(Auto-off Operation)

The TIMER ON feature is useful when you want the unit to
turn off automatically after you go to bed. The air
conditioner will stop automatically at the set time.

Example:

To stop the air conditioner in 10 hours

1. Press the TIMER OFF button, the last setting of

stopping operation time and the signal “h” will
show on the display area.

2. Press the TIMER OFF button to display “10h” on

the TIMER OFF display of the remote controller.

3. Wait for about 3 seconds and the digital display

area will show the temperature against. Now this
function is activated.

COMBINED TIMER

(Setting both ON and OFF timers simultaneously)

TIMER OFF  TIMER ON
(On  Stop  Start operation)
This feature is useful when you want to stop the air
conditioner after you go to bed, and start it again in
the morning when you wake up or when you return
home.

Example:

To stop the air conditioner 2 hours after setting
and start it again 10 hours after setting.

1. Press the TIMER OFF button.

2. Press the TIMER OFF button again to

display 2.0h on the TIMER OFF display.

3. Press the TIMER ON button.

4. Press the TIMER ON button again to

display 10h on the TIMER ON display.

5. Wait for the remote control to display

the setting temperature.

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•The timer setting (TIMER ON or TIMER OFF) that in
Sequence occurs directly after the set time till be
activated first.

CAUTION

TIMER ON  TIMER OFF
(Off  Start  Stop operation)
This feature is useful when you want to start
the air conditioner after you wake up and
stop it after you leave the house.

Example:

To start the air conditioner 2 hours after
setting, and stop it 5 hours after setting.

1. Press the TIMER ON button.

2. Press the TIMER ON button again to

display 2.0h on the TIMER ON display.

3. Press the TIMER OFF button.

4. Press the TIMER OFF button again to

display 5.0h on the TIMER OFF display.

5. Wait for the remote control to display

the setting temperature.

ECONOMY (SLEEP) operation

Activate/Disable sleep function. It can maintain
the most comfortable temperature and save
energy. This function is available on COOL,
or AUTO mode only. For the details, see
“Sleep operation” in the “USER’S MANUAL”.

NOTE: While the unit is running under SLEEP
mode, it would be cancelled if the MODE, FAN
SPEED or ON/OFF button is pressed.

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NOTE:

- Buttons design is based on typical model and might be slightly different
from the actual one you purchased, the actual shape shall prevail.

- All the functions described are accomplished by the unit, if the unit does
not have this feature, there is no corresponding operation to happen when
pressing the relative button on the remote controller.

- When there are wide differences between “Remote controller Illustration”
And “USER’S MANUAL” shall prevail.

- The device could comply with the local national regulations. In Canada,
it should comply with CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B). In the USA, this device
complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired operation.

- This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different form that to

which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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