OWNER’S MANUAL
Inverter Single Zone
Ductless Mini Split Heat Pump
VMH 30/36 Series
Version C
Heat Controller, Inc. • 1900 Wellworth Ave. • Jackson, MI 49203 • (517)787-2100 • www.heatcontroller.com
Owner’s Manual VMH 30/36 SERIES Heat Controller, Inc.
CONTENTS
DISPOSAL: Do not dispose 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 at least free of charge to the user.
B) When buying a new product, the retailer will take back the old product at least
free of charge.
C) The manufacture will take back the old appliance for disposal at least free of
charge to the user.
D) As old products contain valuable resources, they can be sold to scrap metal
dealers.
Wild 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.
When using this air conditioner in the European countries, the following
informations must be followed:
Installation work must be performed in accordance with local and national electrical codes
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning ..................................................................................................................................3
Caution ...................................................................................................................................4
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Identification of parts .............
LED display features ..............................................................................................................6
Operating conditions...........................................................................................................7
Manual operation .................................
Airflow direction control ..........................................................................................................8
Operational modes ................................................................................................9
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Care and maintenance .....................................................
OPERATION TIPS
Operation tips ............ ..........................................................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Troubleshooting tips .............................................................................................................14
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CAUTION
Contact an authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.
Contact the authorized installer for installation of this unit.
If the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work shall be performed by
authorized personnel only.
by authorized personnel only.
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It may cause an injury.
When the air filter is to be
removed, do not touch the
metal parts of the unit.
Do not clean unit when
power is on as it may cause
fire and electric shock, or
injury.
When the unit needs to be
cleaned, switch off, and
turn off the circuit breaker.
Appearance may be
deteriorated due to change
of product color or
scratching of its surface.
Do not clean with strong
detergants. Use a soft dry
cloth for cleaning.
!
Operation without filters
may cause failure.
Always insert the filters
securely. Clean filter
once every two weeks.
!
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions
must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring the instructions may cause harm or damage.
The seriousness is classified by the following indications:
WARNING
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below:
Never do this.
Always do this.
WARNING
!
Connect the power properly,
following all local and national
electric codes.
Otherwise, it may cause
electric shock or fire due to
excess heat generation.
Do not modify power cord
length or share the outlet
with other appliances
It may cause electric shock
or fire due to heat generation.
! !
Always ensure proper
electrical grounding.
No grounding may cause
electric shock.
!
Disconnect the power if
strange sounds, smells, or
smoke comes from the unit.
It may cause fire and
electric shock.
!
Use the correctly rated
breaker or fuse.
Do not operate or stop the
unit by switching on or off
the power.
It may cause electric shock
or fire due to heat generation.
Do not operate with wet
hands or in damp
environment.
It may cause electric shock.
Do not allow water to get
into electric parts.
It may cause failure of
machine or electric shock.
Do not drink water drained
from air conditioner.
It contains contaminants and
could make you sick.
Do not use the power cord
close to heating appliances.
Do not damage or use an
unspecified power cord.
It may cause electric shock
It may cause electric shock
or fire.
or fire.
Do not direct airflow at room
occupants only, allow air to
disperse into the room.
This could damage your
health.
Always install circuit
breaker and a dedicated
power circuit.
No installation may cause
fire and electric shock.
Do not open the unit
during operation.
It may cause electric shock.
Do not disassemble or
modify unit.
There is risk of fire or
electric shock.
!
Ventilate room before operating air
It may cause fire and
electric shock.
conditioner if there is a gas leakage
from another appliance.
It may cause explosion, fire and, burns.
It may cause failure and
electric shock.
Do not use the appliance near
flammable gas or combustibles, such
as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc.
It may cause an explosion or fire.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
When the air filter is to be
removed, do not touch the
metal parts of the unit.
It may cause an injury.
!
When the unit needs to be
cleaned, switch off, and
turn off the circuit breaker.
Do not clean unit when
power is on as it may cause
fire and electric shock, or
injury.
Do not clean with strong
detergants. Use a soft dry
cloth for cleaning.
Do not clean the air
conditioner with water.
Water may enter the unit
and degrade the insulation.
It may cause an electric
shock.
Do not put a pet or house
plant where it will be
exposed to direct air flow.
This could injure the pet or
plant, allow airflow from
appliance to disperse into
the room.
Do not place obstacles
around air-inlets or inside
of air-outlet.
!
Ventilate the room well
when used together
with a stove, etc.
An oxygen shortage may
occur.
Do not use for special
preservation purposes.
Do not use this air conditioner to preserve precision
devices, food, pets, plants,
and art objects. It may
cause deterioration of
quality, etc.
!
Turn off the main power
switch when not using
the unit for a long time.
Appearance may be
deteriorated due to change
of product color or
scratching of its surface.
!
Always insert the filters
securely. Clean filter
once every two weeks.
Operation without filters
may cause failure.
It may cause failure of
appliance or accident.
Do not place heavy object
on the power cord and
take care so that the cord
is not compressed.
There is danger of fire or
electric shock.
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It may cause failure of
product or fire.
!
Use caution when
unpacking and installing.
Sharp edges could cause
injury.
!
If water enters the unit,
turn the unit off and
disconnect the power,
contact a qualified service
technician.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Identification of parts
LED display features
Signal
receptor
Signal
receptor
Signal
receptor
Signal
receptor
The actual display on your appliance may
differ slightly, but the features and
functions still apply:
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Indoor unit
Note: The indoor unit you purchased may look
like one of the following:
Air inlet
1
Air outlet
6
5
10
7
8
11
3
2
4
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Indoor unit
1. Signal receptor
2. Display panel
3. Panel frame
4. Chassis
5. Front panel
6. Horizontal louver
7. Vertical louver(on some models)
8. Air filter(under the panel)
9. Manual control button
10. Remote controller holder
11. Remote controller
12. Connecting pipe
13. Drain hose
Outdoor unit
Air inlet(side)
Air outlet
(A)
(B)
Air inlet(rear)
14
15
16
Outdoor unit
14.
Connecting cable
15. Connective pipe
16. Base valve
NOTE:
All the pictures in this manual
are for explanation purposes
only. Your air conditioner may
be slightly different.
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