Hitachi RPC-30MH1, RAC-30MH1 Instruction Manual

SPLIT TYPE AIR CONDITIONER

INDOOR UNIT/OUTDOOR UNIT

MODEL

RPC-30MH1 / RAC-30MH1

ENGLISH

OUTDOOR UNIT

RAC-30MH1

Instruction manual Page 1~22

To obtain the best performance, please read this instruction manual completely.

INDOOR UNIT

RPC-30MH1

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SAFETY PRECAUTION

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Please read the “Safety Precaution” carefully before operating the unit to ensure correct usage of the unit.

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Pay special attention to signs of “ Warning” and “ Caution”. The “Warning” section contains matters which,

if not observed strictly, may cause death or serious injury. The “Caution” section contains matters which may result in serious consequences if not observed properly. Please observe all instructions strictly to ensure safety.

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The sign indicate the following meanings.

Make sure to connect earth line.

Indicates the instructions that must be followed.

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Please keep this manual after reading.

PRECAUTIONS DURING INSTALLATION

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Do not reconstruct the unit.

Water leakage, fault, short circuit or  re may occur if you reconstruct the

unit by yourself.

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WARNING

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CAUTION

Please ask your sales agent or quali ed technician for the installation of

your unit. Water leakage, short circuit or  re may occur if you install the unit by yourself.

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Please use earth line.

Do not place the earth line near water or gas pipes, lightning-conductor, or

the earth line of telephone. Improper installation of earth line may cause electric shock.

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A circuit breaker should be installed depending on the mounting site of the

unit. Without a circuit breaker, the danger of electric shock exists.

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Do not install near location where there is  ammable gas. The outdoor unit

may catch  re if  ammable gas leaks around it.

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Please ensure smooth  ow of water when installing the drain hose.

PRECAUTIONS DURING SHIFTING OR MAINTENANCE

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Should abnormal situation arises (like burning smell), please stop operating the unit

and turn off the circuit breaker. Contact your agent. Fault, short circuit or  re may occur if you continue to operate the unit under abnormal situation.

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Please contact your agent for maintenance. Improper self maintenance may cause

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electric shock and  re.

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Please contact your agent if you need to remove and reinstall the unit. Electric

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shock or  re may occur if you remove and reinstall the unit yourself improperly.

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If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the special cord

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obtainable at authorized service/parts centers.

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The sign in the  gure indicates prohibition.

PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION

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Avoid an extended period of direct air  ow for your health.

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Do not use any conductor as fuse wire, this could cause fatal accident.

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Do not insert a  nger, a rod or other objects into the air outlet or inlet. As

the fan is rotating at a high speed, it will cause injury. Before cleaning, be sure to stop the operation and turn the breaker OFF.

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During thunder storm, disconnect and turn off the circuit breaker.

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PRECAUTIONS DURING OPERATION

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The product shall be operated under the manufacturer speci cation and

not for any other intended use.

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Do not attempt to operate the unit with wet hands, this could cause fatal

accident.

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When operating the unit with burning equipments, regularly ventilate the

room to avoid oxygen insuf ciency.

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Do not direct the cool air coming out from the air-conditioner panel to face

household heating apparatus as this may affect the working of apparatus such as the electric kettle, oven etc.

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Please ensure that outdoor mounting frame is always stable,  rm and

without defect. If not, the outdoor unit may collapse and cause danger.

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Do not splash or direct water to the body of the unit when cleaning it as

this may cause short circuit.

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Do not use any aerosol or hair sprays near the indoor unit. This chemical

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can adhere on heat exchanger  n and blocked the evaporation water

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 ow to drain pan. The water will drop on tangential fan and cause water

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splashing out from indoor unit.

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Please switch off the unit and turn off the circuit breaker during cleaning,

the high-speed fan inside the unit may cause danger.

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Turn off the circuit breaker if the unit is not to be operated for a long period.

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Do not climb on the outdoor unit or put objects on it.

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When operating the unit with the door and windows opened, (the room humidity is always above

80%) and with the air de ector facing down or moving automatically for a long period of time, water will condense on the air de ector and drips down occasionally. This will wet your furniture. Therefore, do not operate under such condition for a long time.

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If the amount of heat in the room is above the cooling or heating capability of the unit (for

example: more people entering the room, using heating equipments and etc.), the preset room temperature cannot be achieved.

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This appliance is not intended for use by young children unless they have been adequately

supervised by a responsible person to ensure that they can use the appliance safely.

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Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF EACH PART

INDOOR UNIT

PRE-FILTER

To prevent dust from coming into the indoor unit. (Refer page 18)

SUCTION GRILL (AIR INLET)

HORIZONTAL DEFLECTOR (AIR OUTLET)

(Refer page 14)

REMOTE CONTROL

Send out operation signal to the indoor unit. So as to operate the whole unit. (Refer page 6)

OUTDOOR UNIT

MODEL NAME AND DIMENSIONS

RPC-30MH1

RAC-30MH1

DRAIN PIPE

Condensed water drain to outside.

CONNECTING CORD

AIR INLET (BACK, LEFT SIDE)

AIR OUTLET

WIDTH (mm)MODEL

1320

850

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HEIGHT (mm)

210

800

DEPTH (mm)

670

298

OPERATION INDICATOR

TEMPORARY SW

TEMPORARY SWITCH

Use this switch to start and stop when the remote controller does not work.

Normal operation:

O By pressing the temporary switch, the operation is done in previously set operation mode. O When the operation is done using the temporary switch after the power source is turned off and turn

on again, the operation is done in automatic mode.

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Force cooling operation: (For servicing purpose only)

O By pressing and hold the temporary switch for more than 5 second, the unit will enter “Force Cooling

Operation”.

O Press again the temporary switch to cancel the force cooling operation. O Do not operate in this mode for more than 5 minutes.

* To be conduct by authorised personel only.

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NAMES AND FUNCTIONS OF REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Q This controls the operation function and timer setting of the room air conditioner.

START/STOP Button

Press this button to start operation. Press it again to stop operation.

OPERATION LAMP

FUNCTION Button

Use this button to select the operating mode. Every time you press it, the mode will change from (AUTO) to (HEAT) to (DEHUMIDIFY) and to (COOL) cyclically.

SLEEP Button

Use this button to set the sleep timer. ( Page 11)

Reserve Button

Timer setting reservation.

OFF TIMER Button

Select the turn OFF time.

ON TIMER Button

Select the turn ON time.

Transmission Sign

The transmission sign blinks when a signal has been sent.

TEMPERATURE Button

Room temperature setting. Value will change quicker when keep pressing.

RESET Button

FAN SPEED Button

This determines the fan speed. Every time you press this button, the intensity of circulation will change from (AUTO) to (HI) to (MED) to (LOW) (This button allows selecting the optimal or preferred fan speed for each operation mode).

AUTO SWING Button

Controls the angle of the horizontal air de ector.

CANCEL Button

Cancel timer reservation.

Precautions for Use

O Do not put the remote controller in the following places.

O Under direct sunlight.

O In the vicinity of a heater. O Handle the remote controller carefully. Do not drop it on the  oor, and protect it from water. O Once the outdoor unit stops, it will not restart for about 3 minutes (unless you turn the power

switch off and on or unplug the power cord and plug it in again). This is to protect the device and does not indicate a failure.

O If you press the FUNCTION selector button during operation, the device may stop for about

3 minutes for protection.

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VARIOUS FUNCTIONS

Q Auto Restart Control

O If there is a power failure, operation will be automatically restarted when the power is resumed with previous operation

mode.

(As the operation is not stopped by remote controller.)

O If you intend not to continue the operation when the power is resumed, switch off the power supply.

When you switch on the circuit breaker, the operation will be automatically restarted with previous operation mode. Note: 1. If you do not require Auto Restart Control, please consult your sales agent or OFF by remote control.

2. Auto Restart Control is not available when Timer or Sleep Timer mode is set.

AUTOMATIC OPERATION

The device will automatically determine the mode of operation, HEAT, COOL or DEHUMIDIFY depending on the current room temperature. The selected mode of operation will change when the room temperature varies.

Press the FUNCTION selector so that the display indicates the (AUTO) mode of operation.

O When AUTO has been selected, the device will automatically determine

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the mode of operation, HEAT, COOL or DEHUMIDIFY depending on the current room temperature.

O If the mode automatically selected by the unit is not satisfactory, manually

change the mode setting (heat, dehumidify or cool).

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FAN SPEED (AUTO)

For the heating operation

For the cooling operation

START

STOP

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When the AUTO fan speed mode is set in the cooling/heating operation:

O The fan speed will automatically change according to the temperature

Press the (START/STOP) button. Operation starts with operation lamp lights. Press the button again to stop operation.

Q As the settings are stored in memory in the remote controller, you only

have to press the (START/STOP) button next time.

You can raise or lower the temperature setting as necessary.

Press the temperature button and the temperature setting will change by 1°C each time.

● The preset temperature and the actual room temperature may vary

somewhat depending on conditions.

● The display will indicate the temperature setting.

of discharged air.

O When the difference of room temperature and setting temperature is

large, fan starts to run at HI speed.

O When the room temperature reaches setting temperature, fan speed

changes to LOW automatically.

O When the difference of room temperature and setting temperature is

large, fan starts to run at HI speed.

O After room temperature reaches the preset temperature, the cooling

operation, which changes the fan speed and room temperature to obtain optimum conditions for natural healthful cooling will be performed.

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HEATING OPERATION

O Use the device for heating when the outdoor temperature is under 15°C.

When it is too warm (over 15°C), the heating function may not work in order to protect the device.

O In order to keep reliability of the device, please use this device above -10°C of the outdoor

temperature.

Press the FUNCTION selector so that the display indicates (HEAT).

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Set the desired FAN SPEED with the (FAN SPEED) button (the display indicates the setting). (AUTO) : The fan speed is HI at first and varies to

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(HI) : Economical as the room will become warm

But you may feel a chill at the beginning. (MED) : Fan speed slow. (LOW) : Fan speed slower.

Set the desired room temperature with the TEMPERATURE buttons (the display indicates the setting).

The temperature setting and the actual room temperature may

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vary somewhat depending on conditions.

MED or LOW automatically when the preset temperature has been reached.

quickly.

START

STOP

Press the (START/STOP) button. Heating operation starts with operation lamp lights. Press the button again to stop operation.

Q As the settings are stored in memory in the remote controller, you only

have to press the (START/STOP) button next time.

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DEHUMIDIFYING OPERATION

Use the device for dehumidifying when the room temperature is over 16°C. When it is under 15°C, the dehumidifying function will not work.

Press the FUNCTION selector so that the display indicates (DEHUMIDIFY).

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The FAN SPEED is set at LOW automatically. The FAN SPEED button does not work.

Set the desired room temperature with the TEMPERATURE button (the display indicates the setting).

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°C

The range of 20-26C is recommended as

the room temperature for dehumidifying.

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START

STOP

Press the (START/STOP) button. Dehumidifying operation starts with operation lamp lights. Press the button again to stop operation.

Q As the settings are stored in memory in the remote controller, you

only have to press the

(START/STOP) button next time.

Q Dehumidifying Function

When the room temperature is higher than the temperature setting: The device will dehumidify the room, reducing the room temperature to the preset level. When the room temperature is lower than the temperature setting: Dehumidifying will be performed at the temperature setting slightly lower than the current room temperature, regardless of the temperature setting. The function will stop (the indoor unit will stop emitting air) as soon as the room temperature becomes lower than the setting temperature.

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COOLING OPERATION

Use the device for cooling when the outdoor temperature is –10~ 43°C. If indoor humidity is very high (80%), some dew may form on the air outlet grille of the indoor unit. Note: When outdoor ambient temperature is low and the device is required to run cooling operation, the

outdoor fan may reduce its speed based on micon judgement. This is to prevent dew formation at indoor unit air blow area or ice formation on the indoor heat exchanger.

Press the FUNCTION selector so that the display indicates (COOL).

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Set the desired FAN SPEED with the (FAN SPEED) button (the display indicates the setting).

(AUTO) : The FAN SPEED is HI at  rst and varies to

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(HI) : Economical as the room will become cool

(MED) : Fan speed slow. (LOW) : Fan speed slower.

Set the desired room temperature with the TEMPERATURE button (the display indicates the setting).

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The temperature setting and the actual room temperature may vary somehow depending on conditions.

Press the

START

STOP

operation lamp lights. Press the button again to stop operation. The cooling function does not start if the temperature setting is higher than the current room temperature (even though the

(OPERATION) lamp lights). The cooling function will start as soon as you set the temperature below the current room temperature.

Q As the settings are stored in memory in the remote controller, you

only have to press the (START/STOP) button next time.

MED or LOW automatically when the preset temperature has been reached.

quickly.

(START/STOP) button. Cooling operation starts with

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TIMER RESERVATION

Q ON Timer and OFF Timer are available.

OFF Timer Reservation

Q Operation stop at setting time

OFF TIME setting

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O Select the OFF TIME by pressing the (OFF)

Button.

O Setting time will change according to the below

sequence when you press the button.

0.5 hour interval

O The value change quicker if you keep pressing the

button.

Press the (Reserve) button

2

O OFF TIMER reserved when press the (Reserve)

button.

O The (OFF) mark starts lighting instead of blinking.

ON Timer Reservation

ON TIME setting

1

O Select the ON TIMER by pressing the (ON)

Button.

O At the beginning of setting, time 6 hours was set. O Setting time will change according to the below

sequence.

0.5 hour interval

1 hour interval

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Q Operation will start for setting

temperature at setting time (The starting time may different depend on the room temperature and set temperature).

O The value change quicker if you keep pressing the

button.

Press the (Reserve) button

2

O ON TIMER reserved when press the (Reserve)

button.

O The (ON) mark starts lighting instead of blinking.

CANCELLATION of Timer Reservation

Press the (Cancel) button

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O As the time settings are stored in remote controller

memory, you only have to press the (Reserve) button in order to use the same setting next time.

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HOW TO SET THE SLEEP TIMER

Example: Setting 3 hours sleep time.

Mode

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Sleep timer

Sleep Timer: The device will continue working for the designated number of hours and then turn off. Press the SLEEP button, to set the sleep timer. The timer information will be displayed on the remote controller.

1 hour 2 hours 3 hours 7 hours

Indication

Sleep timer off

How to Cancel Reservation

Press the (CANCEL) button. The (SLEEP TIMER) sign goes out from display.

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Explanation of the sleep timer

The device will control the FAN SPEED and room temperature automatically so as to be quiet and good for people’s health.

NOTE

O If you set the sleep timer after the off or on-timer has been

set, the sleep timer becomes effective instead of the off or on-timer set earlier.

O You can not set other timer during sleep timer operation. O After sleep timer time is up and when press sleep button

again, the sleep timer will be set as last setting.

O Sleep timer is effective only once.

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ADJUSTING THE AIR DEFLECTOR

Adjustment of the conditioned air in the upward and

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downward directions.

According to “Dehumidifying” or “Cooling” operation, the horizontal air de ector is automatically set to the proper angle suitable for each operation. The de ector can be swung up and down and also set to the desired angle using the “ (AUTO SWING)” button. (If the angle of the de ector is changed, it will not return to the autoset position after operations start unless the operation mode is switched.)

O If the “ (AUTO SWING)” button is pressed

once, the horizontal air de ector swings up and down. If the button is pressed again, the de ector stops in its current position. Several seconds (about 6 seconds) may be required before the de ector starts to move when press again.

O Use the horizontal air de ector within the adjusting

range shown on the right.

O When the “ (AUTO SWING)” button is

pressed while the operation is stopped, the horizontal air de ector moves and stops at the position where the air outlet closes.

O When the auto swing operation is performed, if

the horizontal air de ector is moved manually, the swinging range may drift. However, it will return to the original operation range after a short time.

CAUTION

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When operating the unit in cooling operation with the air de ector facing down and moving automatically for a long period of time, water will condensed on the air de ector and drips down occasionally. This will wet your furniture.

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CIRCUIT BREAKER

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When you do not use the room air conditioner, set the circuit breaker to “OFF”.

1. An average room temperature setting is probably the best for you as well as being economical.

 Excessive cooling or heating is not recommended for health reasons. High electricity

bills may also result.

 Close the curtains or blinds to prevent heat from  owing into or escaping the room

as well as to make more effective use of electricity.

2. At intervals, the doors and windows should be opened to let fresh air in.

Make sure the room is ventilated when operating the air

CAUTION

conditioner at the same time as other heating appliances.

3. Using the timer is recommended before going to sleep or going out.

4. The following must never be used for cleaning the indoor and outdoor units.

 Benzine, thinner and scrub can damage plastic surfaces or coating.  Hot water above 40°C can shrink the  lter and deform plastic parts.

5. Do not block the air intake and air outlet.

 Do not block the air outlets and intakes of the indoor and outdoor units with curtains

or other obstacles which could degrade air conditioner performance and cause unit failure.

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THE IDEAL WAYS OF OPERATION

Suitable Room Temperature Install curtain or blinds

Warning

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Freezing temperature is bad for health and a waste of electric power.

Ventilation Effective Usage Of Timer

Caution

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Do not close the room for a long period of time. Occasionally open the door and windows to allow the entrance of fresh air.

At night, please use the “OFF or ON timer operation mode”, together with your wake up time in the morning. This will enable you to enjoy a comfortable room temperature. Please use the timer effectively.

It is possible to reduce heat entering the room through windows.

Do Not Forget To Clean The Air Filter

Dusty air  lter will reduce the air volume and the cooling ef ciency. To prevent from wasting electric energy, please clean the  lter every 2 weeks.

Please Adjust Suitable Temperature

For Baby And Children

Please pay attention to the room temperature and air  ow direction when operating the unit for baby, children and old folks who have dif culty in movement.

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FOR USER’S INFORMATION

The Air Conditioner And The Heat Source In The Room

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Caution

If the amount of heat in the room is above the cooling capability of the air conditioner (for example: more people entering the room, using heating equipments and etc.), the preset room temperature cannot be achieved.

Not Operating For A Long Time

When the indoor unit is not to be used for a long period of time, please switch off the power from the mains. If the power from mains remains “ON”, the indoor unit still consumes about 8W in the operation control circuit even if it is in “OFF” mode.

When Lightning Occurs

Warning

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To protect the whole unit during lightning, please stop operating the unit and remove the plug from the socket.

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OFF

Interference From Electrical Products

Caution

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To avoid noise interference, please place the indoor unit and its remote controller at least 1m away from electrical products.

To prevent interference, place at least 1m away

Inverter-type  uorescent lamp.

Product Operating Life

This term is valid only for the products, being purchased on the territory of Russian Federation.

In accordance with the article 5.2 of the Law “On Protection of Consumers” in operational conditions in Russian Federation the operating life of a domestic air conditioner is determined as 7 years from the date of manufacture. Considering the high quality, reliability and high level of operating safety of “Hitachi” products, the actual operating life may considerably exceed the of cial one.

This operating life is related to those parts of the product that are needed for its proper functioning under the following conditions:

O The item is properly assembled by a certi ed company and is used according to the service and operation

manual.

O The repair and annual technical service are carried out by the company which installed this product

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MAINTENANCE

CAUTION

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Cleaning and maintenance must be carried out by quali ed service personnel. Before the cleaning, stop operation and disconnect the power supply.

1. CLEANING OF PRE-FILTER

Taking Out the Pre-Filter

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O Take out the pre- lter according to the following

steps.

 – Step 1 Open the air inlet grille after pushing the

two knobs as shown by the arrow mark.

 – Step 2 Take out the pre- lter from the air inlet grille

by supporting the air grille and lifting the pre- lter after detaching the pre- lter from two hinges.

Clean the Pre-Filter

2

O Clean the pre- lter according to the following

steps.

 – Step 1 Use a vacuum cleaner or let water  ow onto

the pre- lter for removing the dirt from the pre- lter.

– Step 2 Dry the pre- lter in the shade after shaking

off moisture.

Air Intake Grille

Knob

Air Filter

Push up the  lter

Hook

Note:

O This model has an air purifying  lter. The cooling capacity is slightly weakened and the cooling

speed becomes slower when the air purifying  lter is used. So, set the fan speed to “HIGH” when using it in this condition.

!

CAUTION

O Do not wash with hot water at more than 40°C. The pre- lter may shrink. O When washing it, shake off moisture completely and dry it in the shade; do not expose it directly

to the sun. The pre- lter may shrink.

O Do not operate the air conditioner with the pre- lter removed. Dust may enter the air conditioner

and cause trouble.

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2. CLEANING OF AIR PANEL

O Wipe it with a soft dry cloth.

O When it is excessively dirty, wipe with soft cloth soaked in lukewarm water or neutral detergent.

Then wipe thoroughly with a soft dry cloth.

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CAUTION

O Do not splash or direct water to the body of the unit when cleaning it as

this may cause short circuit.

O Never use hot water (above 40°C), benzine, gasoline, acid, thinner or a

brush, because they will damage the plastic surface and the coating.

3. MAINTENANCE AT BEGINNING OF LONG OFF PERIOD

O Run the unit by setting the operation mode to (COOL),

the temperature to 32°C and the fan speed to HI for about half a day on a  ne day, and dry the whole of the unit.

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O Switch off the power plug.

Air

Blow

REGULAR INSPECTION

PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING POINTS EITHER EVERY HALF YEARLY OR YEARLY. CONTACT YOUR SALES AGENT SHOULD YOU NEED ANY HELP.

Is the earth line disconnected or broken?

WARNING

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2

3

Con rm

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Coming off or breakage of grounding wire may cause malfunction or electrical shock.

Is the mounting frame seriously affected by rust and is the outdoor unit tilted or unstable?

WARNING

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Outdoor unit may fall or drop if there is extreme rust on mounting frame or outdoor unit is unstably installed. This may cause injury.

Is the plug of power line  rmly plugged into the socket? (Please ensure no loose contact between them).

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AFTER SALE SERVICE AND WARRANTY

WHEN ASKING FOR SERVICE, CHECK THE FOLLOWING POINTS

CONDITION

When it does not operate

When it does not cool well When it does not hot well

O Is the fuse all right? O Is the voltage extremely high or low? O Is the circuit breaker “ON”?

O Was the air  lter cleaned? O Does sunlight fall directly on the outdoor unit? O Is the air  ow of the outdoor unit obstructed? O Are the doors or windows opened, or is there any source

CHECK THE FOLLOWING POINTS

of heat in the room?

O Is the set temperature suitable?

Notes

O In quiet or stop operation, the following phenomena may occassionally occur,

but they are not abnormal for the operation. (1) Slight  owing noise of refrigerant in the refrigerating cycle. (2) Slight rubbing noise from the fan casing which is cooled and then gradually

warmed as operation stops.

O The odor will possibly be emitted from the room air conditioner because the

various odor, emitted by smoke, foodstuffs, cosmetics and so on, sticks to it. So

the air  lter and the evaporator regularly must be cleaned to reduce the odor.

O Please contact your sales agent immediately if the air conditioner still fails to operate normally after the above

inspections. Inform your agent of the model of your unit, production number, date of installation. Please also inform him regarding the fault.

O Power supply shall be connected at the rated voltage, otherwise the unit will be broken or could not reach

the speci ed capacity.

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Please note: On switching on the equipment, particularly when the room light is dimmed, a slight brightness  uctuation may occur. This is of no consequence. The conditions of the local Power Supply Companies are to be observed.

Note

O Avoid to use the room air conditioner for cooling operation when the outside temperature is below

-10°C (14°F).

The recommended maximum and minimum operating temperatures of the hot and cold sides

should be as below:

Cooling Heating

Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum Indoor Dry bulb °C 21 32 20 27 Wet bulb °C Outdoor Dry bulb °C Wet bulb °C

15 23 12 19

-10 43 2 21 15 26 -10 15

MEMO

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MEMO

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