Haier CWH08A User Manual

ROOM AIR CONDITIONER

Use & Care Guide

CLIMATISEUR DE PIÈCE

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

NOTE: Your model may differ from the one shown.

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts,

Model: CWH08A

accessories or service call: 1-877-337-3639

Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service,

composez le : 1-877-337-3639

TABLE OF CONTENTS

AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY .........................................................3

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................3

Tools and Parts ............................................................................3

Location Requirements................................................................ 4

Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................5

Unpack the Air Conditioner.......................................................... 5

Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation........................................6

Prepare Window for Installation...................................................7

Position the Air Conditioner .........................................................7

Complete Installation ...................................................................9

AIR CONDITIONER USE................................................................9

Starting Your Air Conditioner.....................................................10

Using the Remote Control .........................................................12

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

SéCURITé DU CLIMATISEUR ....................................................18

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ..................................................18

Outils et pièces...........................................................................18

Exigences d’emplacement.........................................................19

Exigences électriques................................................................20

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ............................................21

Déballage du climatiseur............................................................21

Préparer le climatiseur pour l’installation...................................21

Préparer la fenêtre pour l’installation.........................................22

Positionnement du climatiseur...................................................23

Pour compléter l’installation ......................................................24

UTILISATION DU CLIMATISEUR................................................25

Mise en marche du climatiseur..................................................25

Changing Air Direction ...............................................................14

Exhaust Air Vent .........................................................................14

Normal Sounds...........................................................................14

AIR CONDITIONER CARE ...........................................................14

Cleaning the Air Filter .................................................................14

Cleaning the Front Panel............................................................14

Repairing Paint Damage ............................................................15

Annual Maintenance...................................................................15

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................15

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................16

In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................16

In Canada ...................................................................................16

Limited Warranty.........................................................................17

Utilisation de la télécommande..................................................27

Changement de direction de l'air...............................................29

Ventilation...................................................................................29

Sons normaux ............................................................................29

ENTRETIEN DU CLIMATISEUR ..................................................30

Nettoyage du filtre à air..............................................................30

Nettoyage du panneau avant.....................................................30

Remise en état de la peinture ....................................................30

Entretien annuel..........................................................................30

DéPANNAGE.................................................................................30

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................32

Aux états-Unis............................................................................32

Au Canada..................................................................................32

Garantie limitée...........................................................................33

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AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

Do not use an extension cord.

follow

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Unplug air conditioner before servicing.

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

DISPOSING OF THE UNIT

Before throwing the device, it is necessary to pull back the battery cells and get rid of them safety for recycling reasons. When you need to disposal of the unit consult our dealer. If pipes are removed incorrectly, refrigerant may blow out and

come into contact with your skin, causing injury. Releasing refrigerant into the atmosphere also damages the environments. please recycle or dispose of the packaging material for product in an environmentally responsible manner. Never store or ship the air conditioner upside down or sideways to avoid damage to the compressor . The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision: young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Too ls nee de d

Phillips screwdriver

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Scissors

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Level

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Tape measure

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Cordless drill and ¹⁄₈" bit

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Pencil

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Parts supplied

Check that all parts are included in parts package.

A

B

C

G

A. Adhesive seal B. Foam seal

D

C. L brackets (2) D. Side brackets (2)

³⁄₈

" screws (6)

E.

EF

F.

³⁄₄

" screws (12)

G. Side curtains (2)

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Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed.

Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation. The location should provide:

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Heat/Cool Models—Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 cm) of where the power cord exits the air conditioner.

Cool Only Models—Grounded electrical outlet within 6 ft

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(182.9 cm) of where the power cord exits the air conditioner. NOTE: Do not use an extension cord. Free movement of air in room to be cooled.

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A large enough opening for the air conditioner. Installation parts are supplied for double-hung windows.

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Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air conditioner weighs 88 lbs to 100 lbs (40 kg to 45 kg).

NOTES:

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Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.

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Your model may differ from the one shown.

A

Window Installation

Window opening measurements:

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22³⁄₄" min. to 32⁵⁄₈" max. (57.8 cm to 82.9 cm) opening width. 15" (38.1 cm) minimum opening height.

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A

B

A. 22

³⁄₄

" min. (57.8 cm)

B. 15" min. (38.1 cm)

A. Cabinet louvers

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

The electrical ratings for your air conditioner are listed on the model and serial number label. The model and serial number label is located on the right-hand side of the air conditioner cabinet.

Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart below. Follow the requirements for the type of plug on the power supply cord.

Power supply cord Wiring requirements

115-volt (103.5 min. - 126.5 max.)

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0-12 amps

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15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker

Use on single outlet circuit only.

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B

Recommended Grounding Method

This air conditioner must be grounded. This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding plug. The cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to have a properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a qualified electrical installer.

It is the customer's responsibility:

To contact a qualified electrical installer.

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To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in

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conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.

Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169

Power Supply Cord

NOTE: Your air conditioner’s device may differ from the one

shown.

A

RESET

TEST

A. Test button B. Reset button

This room air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord required by UL. This power supply cord contains state-of-the-art electronics that sense leakage current. If the cord is crushed, the electronics detect current leakage and power will be disconnected in a fraction of a second.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

To test your power supply cord:

1. Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Press RESET (on some devices, a green light will turn on).

3. Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button will trip, and on

some devices, a green light will turn off).

4. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will

latch, and on some devices, a green light will turn on). The power supply cord is ready for operation.

NOTES:

The Reset button must be pushed in for proper operation.

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The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to trip when the test button is pressed or fails to reset.

Do not use the power supply cord as an off/on switch.

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A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer and must not be repaired.

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The power supply cord contains no user serviceable parts. Opening the tamper-resistant case voids all warranty and performance claims.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Air Conditioner

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Remove packaging materials

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Remove and dispose of/recycle packaging materials. Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the air conditioner. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

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Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.

Handle the air conditioner gently.

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Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation

Install Side Curtains

NOTE: Attach curtains to the air conditioner before placing the air

conditioner in window.

1. Locate provided bag of screws.

2. Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain housing in

top and bottom curtain channels on air conditioner.

Back View

3. Extend right-hand curtain outward so you may insert a ³⁄₈"

screw through the top hole in the curtain. Using a ³⁄₈" screw, screw curtain to the top hole in the air conditioner cabinet.

NOTE: This screw is required to correctly attach curtain (top to bottom) to the air conditioner cabinet.

Front View

Bottom View

A. Curtain housing B. Curtain bottom channel on air conditioner

A

A. Curtain housing B. Curtain top channel on air conditioner

B

A

B

4. While the right-hand curtain is still extended, insert ³⁄₈" screws

through the other two holes in the curtain. Screw curtain to all three holes in the air conditioner cabinet.

5. Slide the curtain housing into the channels as far as it will go.

6. Repeat above steps for the left-hand curtain.

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Prepare Window for Installation

Attach Adhesive Seal

1. Cut the adhesive seal to the width of the lower window sash.

2. Remove the backing from the seal and attach the seal to the

bottom of the lower window sash.

2. Use ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole for each of the two L

brackets located 7¹⁄₂" from the center line.

3. Using ³⁄₄" screws, install the L brackets on the outside

windowsill. The short side of the brackets should face toward the outside.

B

C

A

D

B

F

E

Install L Brackets

1. Measure the width of the window opening and mark the

center line on the outside windowsill.

A

B

A. Width of window opening B. Center line

Position the Air Conditioner

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

A. Outside windowsill

³⁄₄

" screw

B. C. Inside windowsill

D. Center line

¹⁄₂

"

E. 7 F. Short side of L bracket

IF AC IS BLOCKED BY STORM WINDOW

Add wood as shown in FIG.6, or remove storm window frame before air conditioner is installed. If storm window frame must remain, be sure the drain holes or slots are not caulked or painted shut.

Accumulated rain water or condensation must be allowed to drain out.

1. Center air conditioner in window. Be sure the bottom

channels on the air conditioner drop into the notches of the L brackets. Lower the window sash behind the top channel to hold cabinet in place.

NOTE: Your model may differ from the one shown.

NOTES:

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Handle air conditioner gently.

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Be sure your air conditioner does not fall out of the opening during installation or removal.

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The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be:

- Heat/Cool Models - no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded outlet.

- Cool Only Models - no more than 6 ft (182.9 cm) from a grounded outlet.

Do not block the louvers in the front panel.

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Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.

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B

A

C

A. Side curtain against window channel B. Window sash behind top channel C. Bottom channel in bracket notches

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2. Remove the screw on the right-hand side of the air

conditioner cabinet near the bottom.

Attach Side Curtains to Window

1. Pull the left-hand curtain out until it fits into the window

channel.

2. Use ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the

side curtain and window sash.

3. Insert one of the ³⁄₄" screws through the left-hand curtain and

into the window sash.

4. Repeat above steps for the right-hand curtain.

3. Attach the side bracket to the air conditioner cabinet.

4. Use ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the holes in the

side bracket and windowsill.

5. Using two ³⁄₄" screws, attach the side bracket to the

windowsill.

Window Sash View

A

B

C

A. Window sash B. Hole in side curtain

³⁄₄

" screw

C.

5. Drill a starter hole through the notch in the side curtain and

the windowsill.

6. Insert one of the ³⁄₄" screws through curtain notch and into

the windowsill.

7. Repeat above steps for the right-hand curtain.

6. Repeat for side bracket installation on the left-hand side of

the air conditioner.

Windowsill View

A

B

C

A.

³⁄₄

" screw B. Notch in side curtain C. Windowsill

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Complete Installation

B

1. Insert foam seal behind the top of the lower window sash and

against the glass of the upper window.

A

A. Top of lower window sash B. Foam seal

2. Use a ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the

top channel.

3. Attach top channel to window sash with one ³⁄₄" screw to

secure window in place.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not use an extension cord. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,

fire, or electrical shock.

4. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

5. Press RESET on the power supply cord. See “Electrical

Requirements.”

AIR CONDITIONER USE

Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the best possible results.

This section explains proper air conditioner operation.

IMPORTANT:

If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes

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before turning it back on. This will keep the air conditioner from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker.

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Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the Cool mode when outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C). The inside evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not operate properly.

NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.

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Starting Your Air Conditioner

Cool Only Models Heat/Cool Models

NOTE: When the air conditioner is set to Fan mode and the room

temperature is below 32ºF (0ºC), the display will show LO. If the room temperature is above 99ºF (37ºC), the display will show HI.

1. Press POWER to turn on the air conditioner.

NOTE: When the air conditioner is turned on for the first time

after it is plugged in, the display will show the current room temperature and will run in the 6

th

Sense™ System control. When the air conditioner is turned on at all other times, the display will show the previous settings for 5 seconds, and then show the current room temperature.

2. Select mode. See “Mode.”

3. Select fan speed. See “Fan Speed.”

4. Set temperature. See “Temperature.”

Mode

1. Press MODE repeatedly until you see the indicator light glow

for the desired setting.

2. Choose Cool, Dry, Fan, Power Saver or Heat (Heat/Cool

models only).

Cool—Cools the room. Press FAN SPEED to select High,

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Med, Low or Auto. Press the plus or minus TEMP button to adjust the temperature.

Dry—Dries the room. The air conditioner automatically

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selects the temperature. Fan runs on Low speed only. NOTE: Dry mode should not be used to cool the room.

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Fan—Only the fan runs. Press FAN SPEED to select High, Med or Low. The display shows the current room temperature.

Power Saver—Fan runs only when cooling is needed. You

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can select the fan speed by pressing FAN SPEED. NOTE: Because the fan does not circulate the room air

continuously, less energy is used, but the room air is not circulated as often.

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Heat (Heat/Cool models only)—Heats the room. Press FAN SPEED to select High, Med, Low or Auto. Press the plus or minus TEMP buttons to adjust the temperature.

NOTE: After 5 seconds, the display will show the current room temperature.

Fan Speed

NOTE: The Fan Speed button will operate only when the Cool,

Fan or Heat mode (on some models) is selected.

1. Press FAN SPEED until you see the indicator light glow for

the desired setting.

2. Choose High, Med, Low or Auto.

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High—for maximum cooling

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Med—for normal cooling

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Low—for quieter cooling

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Auto—automatically controls the fan speed depending on the current room temperature and temperature control setting

NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan mode.

NOTE: After 5 seconds, the display will show the current room

temperature.

Filter Monitor

1. When the Filter Monitor indicator light is lit, remove, clean and

replace the air filter. See “Cleaning the Air Filter.”

2. Press and hold FILTER MONITOR for 3 seconds after

replacing the air filter. This resets the filter monitor.

Timer Delay

To set the Timer for a 30-minute to 24-hour delay until the air conditioner turns off (the air conditioner must be On):

1. Press TIMER. Timer indicator light will flash. Display will show

remaining hours before the air conditioner will turn off.

2. Press the plus or minus TEMP button to change the delay

time from 30 minutes to 24 hours.

3. After 5 seconds, Timer indicator light will remain on. Display

will show the current room temperature.

To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, keeping previous settings:

1. Turn off air conditioner.

2. Press TIMER. Timer indicator light will flash. Display will show

remaining hours before the air conditioner will turn on.

3. Press the plus or minus TEMP button to change the delay

time from 30 minutes to 24 hours.

4. After 5 seconds, Timer indicator light will remain on. Display

will show current room temperature.

NOTE: After 360 hours of fan operating time, the Filter indicator light will turn on. It will remain on for 180 hours or until you press FILTER MONITOR. After 180 hours, the Filter indicator light will turn off automatically.

Temperature

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Press the plus TEMP button to raise the temperature. Each time you press or hold the plus TEMP button, the temperature will go up 1ºF (1ºC) until it reaches 90°F (32°C).

NOTE: After 5 seconds, the display will show the current room temperature.

Press the minus TEMP button to lower the temperature. Each

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time you press or hold the minus TEMP button, the temperature will go down 1°F (1°C) until it reaches 64°F (18°C).

NOTE: After 5 seconds, the display will show the current room temperature.

To change the temprature display from °F to °C:

Press both the plus and minus TEMP buttons at the same time to switch the display from ºF to ºC.

To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, changing previous settings:

1. Turn on air conditioner.

2. Adjust the mode to Cool, Dry, Fan, Heat (Heat/Cool models

only) or Power Saver.

3. For Cool, Fan, Heat (Heat/Cool models only) or Power Saver

mode, adjust fan speed to High, Med, Low or Auto.

NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan mode.

4.

Adjust temperature between 64ºF and 90ºF (18ºC and

NOTE: In Fan and Dry mode, temperature cannot be adjusted.

5. Wait 3 seconds before turning off air conditioner.

6. Press TIMER. Timer indicator light will flash. Display will show

remaining hours before air conditioner will turn on.

7. Press the plus or minus TEMP button to change delay time

from 30 minutes to 24 hours.

8. Press TIMER again or wait 5 seconds. Timer indicator light

will remain on. Display will show current room temperature.

32ºC).

To clear Timer delay program:

NOTE: Air conditioner can be either on or off.

1. Press TIMER once after it has been programmed. Display will

show remaining time.

2. While the display is showing the remaining time, press TIMER

again. Timer indicator light will turn off.

To see or change the remaining time (in hours):

1. Press TIMER once after it has been programmed. Display will

show remaining time.

2. While the display is showing the remaining time, you can

press the plus or minus TEMP button to increase or decrease the time.

3. After 5 seconds, the display will show the current room

temperature.

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