Danby DAC250EUB1GDB Use & Care

OWNER’S USE AND CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D'ENTRETIEN

AIR CONDITIONER
CLIMATISEUR

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DAC150ECB1GDB / DAC150EUB1GDB
DAC180ECB1GDB / DAC180EUB1GDB
DAC250ECB1GDB / DAC250EUB1GDB

DANBY PRODUCTS LIMITED, ONTARIO, CANADA N1H 6Z9

DANBY PRODUCTS INC., FINDLAY, OHIO, USA 45840

10.11.14

1-800-263-2629

(1-800-26-DANBY)

DO NOT RETURN THIS UNIT TO THE RETAILER

WITHOUT FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Dear valued customer, we hope your Danby product purchase fulfills all

your requirements. Your satisfaction is our priority!

Please contact us at our toll free consumer service number for any inquiries

you may have about your new unit.

NE PAS RETOURNER CET APPAREIL CHEZ LE

DÉTAILLANT SANS CONSIGNES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES

Cher(ère) client(e) important(e), nous espérons que votre produit Danby

répond à tous vos besoins. Votre satisfaction est notre priorité!

Veuillez nous contacter au numéro gratuit de service après-vente, si

vous avez des questions quelconques à propos de votre nouvel appareil.

NO DEVUELVA ESTA UNIDAD A LA TIENDA SIN

INSTRUCCIONES ADICIONALES

Estimado cliente, esperamos que el producto Danby que ha comprado

satisfaga completamente sus necesidades. Su satisfacción

es nuestra prioridad!

Por favor, contáctenos gratuitamente a nuestro número de Servicio al

Cliente para cualquier pregunta que tenga sobre su nuevo electrodoméstico.

Danby 28.08.2014

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PURCHASE. PLEASE STAPLE YOUR RECEIPT TO THIS PAGE FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.

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POUR RÉFÉRENCE FUTURE.

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IMPORTANT - GROUNDING METHOD

This product is factory equipped with a power supply cord that has a three-pronged grounded plug. It must
be plugged into a mating grounding type receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and
applicable local codes and ordinances. If the circuit does not have a grounding type receptacle, it is the
responsibility and obligation of the customer to exchange the existing receptacle in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances. The third ground prong should not,
under any circumstances, be cut or removed. Never use the cord, the plug or the appliance when they show
any sign of damage. Do not use your appliance with an extension cord unless it has been checked and test­ed by a qualifi ed electrician or electrical supplier.

IMPORTANT - MÉTHODE POUR LA MISE À LA TERRE

Ce produit arrive d’origine avec un cordon d’alimentation équipé d’une prise à trois fi ches. Il doit être
branché dans une prise avec une fi che de mise à la terre en conformité avec le Code national de l’électricité
et les codes et règles locaux applicables. Si la prise murale n’a pas de mise à la terre, il est de la
responsabilité et l’obligation du client de changer la prise existante pour la rendre conforme au Code
national de l’électricité et aux codes et règles locaux applicables. La fi che de mise à la terre ne doit pas, en
aucune circonstance, être coupée ou retirée. Si vous apercevez des signes de dommage, n’utilisez jamais le
cordon d’alimentation, la prise ou l’appareil. N’utilisez jamais l’appareil avec une rallonge sauf si elle a été
vérifi ée et testée par un électricien qualifi é ou un fournisseur de matériel électrique.

CONTENTS

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

AIR CONDITIONER

Owner’s Use and Care Guide ................................

• Welcome

• Important Safety Information

• Features

• Installation Instructions

• Operation Instructions

• Care and Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Warranty

1-20

CAUTION:

Read and follow all safety rules and operating
instructions before fi rst use of this product.

AVERTISSEMENT :

CLIMATISEUR

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien..............................

• Bienvenue

• Consignes de sécurité importantes

• Caractéristiques

• Consignes d’installation

• Consignes d’utilisation

• Soins et entretien

• Dépannage

• Garantie

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Veuillez lire attentivement les consignes de
sécurité et les instructions d’utilisation avant
l’utilisation initiale de ce produit.

Model • Modèle

DAC150ECB1GDB / DAC150EUB1GDB / DAC180ECB1GDB / DAC180EUB1GDB

DAC250ECB1GDB / DAC250EUB1GDB

WELCOME

Welcome to the Danby family. We are proud of our quality products, and we believe in dependable service, like you will
fi nd in this Owner’s Use and Care Guide, and like you will receive from our friendly customer service department. Best of
all, you will experience these values each and every time you use your Danby appliance. That is important, because your
new appliance will be a part of your family for a long time.

For easy reference, we suggest you attach a copy of your sales slip/receipt to this page, along with the following
information, located on the manufacturer’s nameplate on the right side of the unit above the powercord.

Note the information below; you will need this information to obtain service under warranty.
To receive service, you must provide the original receipt.

NOTE: THIS UNIT IS NOT DESIGNED FOR “THROUGH-THE-WALL” INSTALLATION.

Model No:

Serial No:

Date Purchased:

NEED HELP?

Before you call for service, here are a few things you can do to
help us serve you better:

Read this Owner’s Use and Care Guide:

It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your
appliance properly.

If you received a damaged appliance:

Immediately contact the retailer (or builder) that sold you the
appliance.

Save time and money:

Check the Troubleshooting section at the end of the guide
before calling. This section helps you solve common problems
that may occur.

If you do need service, you can relax, knowing help is only a
phone call away.

1-800-26-

(1-800-263-2629)

WARNING

Improper connection of the grounding plug can result in risk of
fi re, electric shock and/or injury to persons associated with the
appliance. Check with a qualifi ed service representative if in doubt
that the appliance is properly grounded.

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Important Safety Information

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR YOUR SAFETY : Read these instructions carefully before operating the unit.

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS

1. All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes and must be installed by a qualifi ed electrician. If you
have any questions regarding the following instructions, contact a qualifi ed electrician.

2. Check available power supply and resolve any wiring problems BEFORE installing and operating this unit.

3. This 115V or 230/208V air conditioner uses 11.7 or less nameplate amps and may be used in any properly wired,
general purpose household receptacle. See Table 1 for specifi cations for individual branch circuit.

4. For your safety and protection, this unit is grounded through the powercord plug when plugged into a matching wall
outlet. If you are not sure whether your wall outlet is properly grounded, please consult a qualifi ed electrician.

5. The wall outlet must match the 3-prong plug on the service cord supplied with the unit. DO NOT use plug adapters.
See Table 2 for receptacle and fuse information.

6. The rating plate on the unit contains electrical and other technical data. The rating plate is located on the right side of
the unit, above the powercord.

TABLE 1

Suggested Individual Branch Circuit

Nameplate Amps *AWG Wire Size

11.7 or less 14
AWG- American Wire Guage

*Based on copper wire at 105°C (221°F) temperature

rating.

TABLE 2

Recept and Fuse Types
Model DAC150EC/UB1GDB DAC180EC/UB1GDB DAC250EC/UB1GDB
Rated Volts 125 240 250
Amps 15 15 30
Wall Outlet

Fuse Size 15 15 20
Time Delay Fuse Plug Type

(or Circuit Breaker)

Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass
the grounding prong.

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Important Safety Information

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

FOR YOUR SAFETY : Read these instructions carefully before operating the unit.

ENERGY SAVING TIPS

Your appliance is designed to be highly effi cient in energy savings. Follow these recommendations for greater effi -

ciency.

1. Select a thermostat setting that suits your comfort needs and leave at that chosen setting.

2. The air fi lter is very effi cient in removing airborne particles. Keep the air fi lter clean at all times (usually cleaned every
2 weeks depending on indoor air quality).

3. Use drapes, curtains or shades to keep direct sunlight from penetrating and heating the room, but do not allow drapes
or curtains to obstruct the air fl ow around the unit.

4. Start your air conditioner before the outdoor air becomes hot, to avoid an initial period of discomfort while the unit is
cooling the room.

5. When outdoor temperatures are cool enough, use the FAN MODE only, on HIGH, MEDIUM, or LOW setting. This

circulates indoor air, providing some cooling comfort, and utilizes less electricity than when operating on a cooling
setting.

POWER SUPPLY CORD

The power cord supplied with this air conditioner contains a device that senses damage to the power cord. To test if your
power cord is working properly, you must do the following:

1. Connect the power supply cord to an electrical outlet.

2. The power supply cord has two buttons located on the head of the plug. One button is marked “TEST”, and the other
is marked “RESET”. Press the “TEST” button; you will hear a click as the “RESET” button pops out.

3. Press the “RESET” button; you will hear a click as the button engages.

4. The power supply cord is now energized and supplying electricity to the air conditioner (on some products this is also
indicated by a light on the plug head).

NOTE: The power cord supplied with this air conditioner contains a current leakage detection device designed to reduce
the risk of fi re. In the event the power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired and must be replaced with a new
cord from the product manufacturer.

• Under no circumstances should this device be used to turn the unit on or off.

• The “RESET” button must always be pushed in (engaged) for correct operation.

• The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when the “TEST” button is pushed in.

Plug in and press
RESET

NOTE: Some plugs have buttons on the top.

TEST

RESET

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FEATURES

Control Panel

Interior Air
Inlet

Cabinet

UNIT CONTROL PANEL

1. ON/OFF Button: Press to turn the unit on/off. NOTE: The unit will automatically launch the Energy Saver function

when it is in Cool, Dry and Auto modes.

2. Temperature UP/DOWN Buttons: To change the temperature setting, press or hold either the UP ( ) or DOWN
( ) button, until the desired temperature is seen on the display. This temperature will be automatically maintained
anywhere between 17°C (62°F) and 30°C (86°F). In Cooling mode, the display reads the set temperature, while in
Fan mode, the current room temperature is displayed.

3. Fan Speed Button: Select from four different fan settings: Auto, Low, Med or High. Each time the button is pressed,
the fan speed is shifted.

4. Mode Button: Allows you to scroll through and select the desired operating mode: Auto, Cool, Dry and Fan. The se­lected mode will be denoted by the adjacent indicator light.

Operation in Auto Mode:

• Auto is a pre-set factory program that automatically defi nes the mode and fan speed, based on the set temperature
you have chosen. An example of Auto operation is as follows:

• If you would like to cool down your room, your desired / set temperature will be below the room temperature, and your
air conditioner will go into cooling mode. Once the room has reached your desired temperature, the air conditioner will
switch to Fan mode, and circulate the cooled air around the room. When the temperature in the room goes up, the
unit will switch back to cooling mode, and the Auto cycle will start again.

Operation in Dry Mode:

• Please note that in this mode you cannot set the desired humidity level, it is automatically pre-set. The fan speed in
this setting is defaulted to “low”. Since the compressor is operating in order to remove moisture from the air, you will
experience a degree of cooling as a by-product.

Operation in Fan Only Mode:

• Use this function, when cooling is not desired, such as for room air circulation, or to exhaust stale air. Remember
to open the vent during this function, but keep it closed during cooling, for maximum cooling effi ciency. In this mode
you can choose any fan speed you prefer. In Fan mode, the temperature cannot be set, and the display will read the
current room temperature.

5. Energy Saver: This is the default setting on this model. The unit will automatically cycle the fan on and off while
the compressor is not in use. The fan will continue to run for 3 minutes after the compressor shuts off. The fan then
cycles on for 2 minutes at 10 minute intervals, until the room temperature is above the set temperature. At this point,
the compressor turns back on and cooling re-starts. When the unit is in Energy Saver mode, the indicator light above
the Energy Saver button will be illuminated. You can take the unit out of Energy Saver mode by pressing the Energy
Saver button - the indicator light about the button will turn off. If you choose the non-Energy Saver option, the fan will
run continuously when the compressor is not in use.

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FEATURES

UNIT CONTROL PANEL

6. Sleep Button: Press the Sleep button to initiate the Sleep mode. In this mode, the selected temperature will

increase (when in cooling mode) by 1°C (2°F) one half-hour after Sleep mode has been selected. The temperature
will then increase by another 1°C (2°F) after an additional half-hour. This new temperature will be maintained for 6
hours before returning to the originally selected temperature. This ends the Sleep mode and the unit will continue to
operate as originally programmed. The Sleep mode program can be cancelled at any time during operation by
pressing the Sleep button again.

7. Timer (Auto Start / Stop Feature) Button: Pressing the Timer button will illuminate the indicator beside the word

“On”. This indicates that the Auto Start program has been initiated. Press or hold the Up ( ) or Down ( ) buttons
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 the start of the program. The selected time will register in 5 seconds
and the system will automatically revert back to displaying the previous temperature setting. Turning the unit ON or
OFF at any time will cancel the Auto Start/Stop function.

8. Check Filter Button: This feature is a reminder to clean the air fi lter for more effi cient operation. The LED (light)

illuminates after 250 hours of operation. To reset after cleaning the fi lter, press the check fi lter button and the light
will go off.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

• The Cool circuit has an automatic 3 minute time delayed start if the unit is turned off and on quickly. This prevents
overheating of the compressor and possible circuit breaker tripping. The fan will continue to run during this time.

• The control will maintain any set temperature within 2°, between 15°C-32°C (60°F - 90°F).

• The control is capable of displaying temperature in Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F). To convert from one to the other,
press and hold the UP and DOWN Temp./Timer buttons at the same time for 3 seconds.

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FEATURES

ADJUSTING AIR FLOW

The 4-way air directional louvers allow you to direct the air fl ow up or down and left or right throughout the room as need-
ed.

RECOMMENDATION: When cooling, adjust blades to face upward. If you orient the air fl ow blades downward and the
unit operates in cool mode for long periods of time, dew may form and drip from the surface of the blades.

Up or Down

Left or Right

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

USING THE REMOTE CONTROL

Location of the remote controller

• Use the remote controller within a distance of 8 meters from the appliance, point­ing it towards the receiver. Reception is confi rmed by a beep.

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• 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 call the service depot.

CAUTION

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

REMOTE CONTROLLER SPECIFICATIONS

Model R15B
Rated Voltage 3.0V
Battery Type Button cell: CR2025
Battery Quantity 1pcs
Lowest Voltage of CPU Emitting Signal 2.0V
Signal Receiving Range 8m
Environment -8°C to 60°C (18°F to 140°F)

ON/OFF BUTTON

Operation starts when this button
is pressed and stops when the
button is pressed again. NOTE:
The unit will automatically launch
the Energy Saver function when
it is in Cool, Dry, and Auto modes
(Only Auto-Cool and Auto-Fan
modes.)

TEMP UP BUTTON

Push this button to increase the
temperature setting in 1°C (1°F)
increments to 30°C (86°F) .

FAN BUTTON

Used to select the fan speed in
four steps:

LOW MED HIGH AUTO

MODE BUTTON

Each time you press this button,
a mode is selected in a sequence
that consists of AUTO, COOL,
DRY, FAN, and back to AUTO.

TEMP DOWN BUTTON

Push this button to decrease the
indoor temperature setting in 1°C
(1°F) increments to 17°C (62°F).

TIMER BUTTON

Push this button to activate the
“Auto Start” or “Auto Stop” pro­gram from 0-24 hours (0.5/1 hour
increments).

ENERGY SAVER BUTTON

Press this button to activate the
energy saving mode. Press it
again to stop the function. This
function is available in COOL,
DRY, and AUTO modes (only
Auto-cool and Auto-fan modes).

Model / Modèle :

R15B

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SLEEP BUTTON

Press this button to activate the
SLEEP mode. This function is
available in COOL, and AUTO
modes only, and maintains the
most comfortable temperature for
you.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER BUTTONS

AUTO OPERATION

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Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available.

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

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2. Press the mode button and select AUTO.

3. Press the TEMP + / - button to set the desired temperature. The temperature can be
set within a range of 17°C (62°F) to 30°C (86°F) in 1°C (1°F) increments.

NOTE:

1. In the auto mode, the air conditioner can logically choose the mode of Cool, Fan, De-

Model / Modèle :

R15B

humidifying by sensing the difference between the actual ambient room temperature
and the set temperature on the remote controller.

2. In Auto mode, you cannot change 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.

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COOLING / FAN OPERATION

Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available.

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

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2. Press the MODE button to select Cool mode.

3. Press the TEMP +/- button to set the desired temperature. The temperature can be
set within a range of 17°C (62°F) to 30°C (86°F) in 1°C (1°F) increments.

4. Press the FAN button to select the fan speed in four-steps, LOW, MED, HIGH or
AUTO.

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Model / Modèle :

R15B

Model / Modèle :

R15B

NOTE:

In the FAN mode, the setting temperature is not displayed in the remote controller and
you are not able to control the room temperature either. In this case, only step 1, 2 and 4
may be performed.

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DEHUMIDIFYING OPERATION

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Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available.

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

2. Press the MODE button to select Dehumidifying mode.

NOTE:

In the Dehumidifying mode, you cannot change the fan speed. It has already been auto­matically controlled.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER BUTTONS

SLEEP OPERATION

• In this mode, the selected temperature will increase (when in cooling mode) by 1°C
(2°F) one half-hour after sleep mode has been selected.

• The temperature will increase by another 1°C (2°F) after an additional half-hour.

• This new temperature will be maintained for 6 hours before returning to the originally
selected temperature. This ends the Sleep mode and the unit will continue to operate
as originally programmed.

• The Sleep mode program can be cancelled at any time during operation by pressing

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the Sleep button again.

Model / Modèle :

R15B

Model / Modèle :

R15B

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TIMER OPERATION

Pressing the TIMER button can set the Auto-start and Auto-stop time of the unit.

NOTE:

• To set Auto-start time, the unit must be in the OFF position.

• To set Auto-stop time, the unit must be in the ON position.

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To set the Auto-start time

1. Push the TIMER button when the unit is off; only the Auto-start feature can be set.

2. Keep pressing the TIMER button. Each time pressed, will increase the selected time
by 0.5 hour increments. When the selected time has added up to 10 hours, each time
pressed will increase the selected time by 1 hour increments, up to 24 hours.

3. The time can be set in the range of 0-24 hours.

4. After the desired time has been selected, wait for about 10 seconds, until the setting
temperature reappears in the display window of the air conditioner. This indicates that
the program has been set.

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TIMER OPERATION

Model / Modèle :

R15B

To set the Auto-stop time

1. Push the TIMER button when the unit is operational; only the Auto-stop feature can
be set.

2. Keep pressing the TIMER button. Each time pressed will increase the selected time

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by 1 hour increments, up to 24 hours.

3. The time can be set in a range of 0-24 hours.

4. After the desired time has been selected, wait for about 10 seconds, until the setting
temperature reappears in the display window of the air conditioner. This indicates that
the program has been set.

NOTE:

To cancel the TIMER setting, push the TIMER button until “0 hours” is displayed on the
LCD window of the air conditioner.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER BUTTONS

ENERGY SAVER OPERATION

This function is available in Cool, Dry, and Auto modes (only Auto-Cool and Auto-Fan
modes). The fan will continue to run for 3 minutes after the compressor has shut off. The
fan then cycles on for 2 minutes at 10 minute intervals, until the room temperature is
above the set temperature. At this point, the compressor turns back on and cooling starts.

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Model / Modèle :

R15B

• Protect the remote control from high temperatures, and keep it away from radiation exposure.

• Keep the control panel receiver out of direct sunlight.

• If the remote control will not be used for extended periods of time (vacations etc.), the battery should be removed.

• This Class B digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003 standard.

• The remote operates within a range of 8 meters (26 ft.) from the receiver located inside the main unit. Any obstruction
between the receiver and remote may cause signal interference, limiting the ability to program the main unit.

Note: 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:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifi cations not approved by the
party responsible for FCC compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

This appliance complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

CHANGING THE BATTERY ON THE REMOTE

The remote controller is powered by one button cell housed in
the rear part and protected by a cover. Remove the button cell
according to the arrow marked at the back of the remote control­ler.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD

To avoid the possibility of personal injury,
disconnect power to the unit before installing
or servicing.

TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION:

• Screwdrivers: Phillips and fl at head.

• Power Drill: 1/8in. (3.2mm) diameter drill bit

• Pencil

• Measuring Tape

• Scissors

• Carpenter’s Level

NOTE: Your Room Air Conditioner is designed for easy installation in
a single or double-hung window. This unit is NOT designed for vertical
(slider type) windows and/or through-the-wall applications.

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