Napoleon RG51F/EU1, RG51F1/EU1, RG51F3/EU1 User Manual

AIR CONDITIONER

REMOTE CONTROLLER ILLUSTRATION

Thank you very much for purchasing our air conditioner.
Please read this owner's manual carefully before using
your air conditioner.

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

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CONTENTS

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Model

Rated Voltage

8m

3.0V(Dry batteries R03/LR03 2)

RG51F/EU1, RG51F1/EU1, RG51F3/EU1

RG51F/EU1(This model does not
have clean air button)

Model: RG51F3/EU1

Model : RG51F1/EU1

Remote Controller Specifications

Environment

Signal Receiving
Range

TEMP

TEMP

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

MODE

MODE

FAN SPEED

FAN SPEED

TIMER ON

TIMER ON

ECO

ECO

ON/OFF

ON/OFF

TIMER OFF

TIMER OFF

RESET LOCK

RESET LOCK

O

SET TEMPERATURE(F)

O

SET TEMPERATURE(F)

SWING

SWING

SWING

CLEAN
AIR

LED
DISPLAY

LED
DISPLAY

TURBO

TURBO

2

3

6

7

7

7

8

9

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Handling the remote controller ......................................................

Remote controller Specifications...................................................

Operation of buttons .................. ..................................................

Indicators on LCD ..........................................................................

How to use the buttons .................................................................

Auto operation.................................................................................

Cooling/Heating/Fan operation......................................................

Dehumidifying operation ...............................................................

Timer operation...............................................................................

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62F~ 86F

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Operation of buttons

Operation of buttons

NOTE Temperature contol is not available
in Fan mode.

TIMER ON Button

10

Press this button to initiate the auto-on
time sequence. Each press will increase
the auto-timed setting in 30 minutes
increments. When the setting time displays

10.0, each press will increase the auto­timed setting 60 minutes increments.
To cancel the auto-timed program, simply
adjust the auto-on time to 0.0.

TEMP

TEMP

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

MODE

MODE

FAN SPEED

FAN SPEED

TIMER ON

TIMER ON

ECO

ECO

ON/OFF

ON/OFF

TIMER OFF

TIMER OFF

RESET LOCK

RESET LOCK

1

1

2

2

4

4

5

5
6

6

7

7

8

8

3

3

10

10

9

9

11

11

12

12

13

13

14

14

O

SET TEMPERATURE( F)

O

SET TEMPERATURE( F)

SWING

SWING

SWING

LED
DISPLAY

LED
DISPLAY

CLEAN
AIR

TURBO

TURBO

1

TEMP UP Button
Push this button to increase the indoor temper-

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ature setting in 1 F increments to 86 F.

2

TEMP DOWN Button

Push this button to decrease the indoor temper-

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ature setting in 1 F increments to 62 F.

3

MODE Button

4

SWING/SWING Button

6

7

5

RESET Button
Once the recessed RESET button is pressed,
all of the current settings will be cancelled and
the controller will return to the initial settings.

AUTO

COOL

DRY

HEAT FAN

Used to stop or start horizontal louver move­ment or set the desired up/down air flow
direction. The louver changes 6 degree in
angle for each press. If keep pushing more
than 2 seconds, the louver will swing up and
down automatically.

Press this button to modify the air conditioner
mode in a sequence of following:

NOTE Please do not select HEAT mode if the
machine you purchased is cooling only type.
Heat mode is not supported by the cooling
only appliance.

LED Button

Disable/Active indoor screen Display. When
pushing the button, the indoor screen display
is cleared, press it again to light the display.

8

9

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

Used to select the fan speed in four steps:
Auto Low Med High

FAN SPEED Button

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Used to enter the energy efficient mode.
Under cooling mode, press this button, the
remote controller will adjust the temperature

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automatically to 75 F, fan speed of Auto to
save energy(but only if the set temperature

O

is less than 75 F). If the set temperature is

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between 75 F and 86 F, press the ECO
button, the fan speed will change to Auto,
the set temperature will remain unchanged.

NOTE:

Pressing the TURBO and SLEEP button,
modifying the mode or adjusting the set

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temperature to less than 75 F will stop
ECO operation.

ECO Button:

Swing Button(applicable to RG51F1)

CLEAN AIR Button(applicable to RG51F3)

Used to stop or start vertical louver
movement and set the desired left/right air
flow direction. The vertical louver changes
6 degree in angle for each press.

RG51F/EU1(This model does
not have clean air button)

Model: RG51F3/EU1

Model : RG51F1/EU1

Disable/Active clean air function. When the
clean air function is initiated, the Ionizer/
Plasma Dust Collector(depending on models)
is energized and will help to remove pollen
and impurities from the air.

NOTE: Press and hold UP and DOWN buttons
together for 3 seconds will alternate the temper-

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ature display between the C & F scale.

Under ECO operation, the set temperature

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should be 75 F or more. it may result in
insufficient cooling. If you feel uncomfortable,
just press the ECO button again to stop it.

Indicators on LCD

Fan speed indication

Mode display

Information are displayed when
the remote controller is powered
up.

Displayed when data transmitted.

Displayed when remote controller is ON.

Low speed

NO display

Medium speed

High speed

Auto fan speed

Note:

All indicators shown in the figure are for the purpose
of clear presentation. But during the actual operation
only the relative functional signs are shown on the
display window.

Displayed when TIMER ON time is set.

Indicated all the current settings are
locked

Displayed when TIMER OFF time is set.

Show set temperature or room
temperature, or time under TIMER
setting.

AUTO

HEAT FAN

COOL DRY

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TIMER ON OFF

TIMER ON

TIMER OFF

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

HIGH
MED
LOW

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

Active/Disable Turbo function. Turbo
function enables the unit to reach the preset
temperature at cooling or heating operation
in the shortest time(if the indoor unit does
not support this function, there is no
corresponding operation happened when
pressing this button.)

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TURBO Button

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

TEMP

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

MODE

FAN SPEED

TIMER ON

ECO

ON/OFF

TIMER OFF

RESET LOCK

1

2

4
5

6
7

8

3

10

9

11

12
13

14

O

SET TEMPERATURE( F)

SWING

SWING

LED
DISPLAY

TURBO

RG51F1/E

NOTE:

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

All the functions described are
accomplished by the unit. If the unit has no
this feature, there is no corresponding
operation happened when press the relative
button on the remote controller.
When there are wide differences between
Remote controller Illustration and
USER'S MANUAL on function description,
the description of USER'S MANUAL
shall prevail.

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TIMER OFF Button

12

Press this button to initiate the auto-off time
sequence. Each press will increase the auto

-timed setting in 30 minutes increments.
When the setting time displays 10.0, each
press will increase the auto-timed setting
60 minutes increments. To cancel the auto­timed program, simply adjust the auto-off
time to 0.0

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Dehumidifying operation

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

1. Press the MODE button to select DRY mode.

2. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to set the
desired temperature.

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

The temperature

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can be set within a range of 62 F~86 F in

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1 F increments.

In the Dehumidifying mode, you can not switch the
fan speed. It has already been automatically controlled.

NOTE

How to use the buttons

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TEMP

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

MODE

FAN SPEED

TIMER ON

ECO

ON/OFF

TIMER OFF

RESET LOCK

O

SET TEMPERATURE( F)

SWING

LED
DISPLAY

TURBO

3

1

2

2

TEMP

TEMP

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

MODE

MODE

FAN SPEED

FAN SPEED

TIMER ON

TIMER ON

ECO

ECO

ON/OFF

ON/OFF

TIMER OFF

TIMER OFF

RESET LOCK

RESET LOCK

O

SET TEMPERATURE( F)

O

SET TEMPERATURE( F)

SWING

SWING

LED
DISPLAY

LED
DISPLAY

TURBO

TURBO

How to use the buttons

Cooling /Heating/Fan operation

Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is
available.

1. Press the MODE button to select COOL,
HEAT(cooling & heating models only) or
FAN mode.

2. Press the UP/DOWN buttons to set the
desired temperature.

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

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

The temperature can

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be set within a range of 62 F~86 F in 1 F
increments.

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, 3 and 4 may be performed.

NOTE

Auto operation

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

1. Press the MODE button to select Auto.

2. Press the UP/DOWN button to set the
desired temperature. The temperature can
be set within a range of
increments.

3. Press the ON/OFFbutton to start the air
conditioner.

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62 F~86 F in 1 F

1. In the Auto mode, the air conditioner can logically
choose the mode of Cooling, Fan, and Heating
by sensing the difference between the actual
ambient room temperature and the setting
temperature on the remote controller.

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

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

NOTE

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3

3

1

1

2

2

2

2

The effective operation time set by the remote controller for the timer function
is limited to the following settings: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0,

5.5, 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, 9.0, 9.5, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15,16,17, 18, 19, 20,
21, 22, 23 and 24.

CAUTION

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Example of timer setting

(Auto-on Operation)

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

To start the air conditioner in 6 hours.

1. Press the TIMER ON button, the last setting
of starting operation time and the signal "h "
will show on the display area.

2. Press the TIMER ON button to display "6.0h "
on the TIMER ON display of the remote
controller.

3. Wait for 3 seconds and the digital display
area will show the temperature again. The
"TIMER ON" indicator remains on and this
function is activated.

TIMER ON

Example:

99

1010

TIMER ON

Start

Off

6 hours later

h

Set

TEMP

AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT

FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW

MODE

FAN SPEED

TIMER ON

ECO

ON/OFF

TIMER OFF

RESET LOCK

O

SET TEMPERATURE( F)

SWING

LED
DISPLAY

TURBO

1

2

Timer operation

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

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

2. Push the TIMER ON button again to set desired
Auto-on time. Each time you press the button,
the time increases by half an hour between 0
and 10 hours and by one hour between 10 and
24 hours.

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

To set the Auto-on time.

To set the Auto-off time.

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

2. Push the TIMER OFF button again to set
desired Auto-off time. Each time you press the
button, the time increases by half an hour
between 0 and 10 hours and by one hour
between 10 and 24 hours.

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

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Example:

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

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

1. Press the TIMER ON button.

2. Press the TIMER ON button again to display

2.0H on the TIMER ON display.

3. Press the TIMER OFF button.

4. Press the TIMER OFF button again to display

5.0H on the TIMER OFF display .

5. Wait for 3 seconds and the digital display area
will show the temperature again. The "TIMER
ON OFF" indicator remains on and this function
is activated.

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1212

Off

Stop

Start

TIMER ON OFF

h

2 hours later
after setting

5 hours later
after setting

Set

(Auto-off Operation)

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

To stop the air conditioner in 10 hours.

1. Press the TIMER OFF button, the last setting of
stopping operation time and the signal "h " will
show on the display area.

2. Press the TIMER OFF button to display "10h " on
the TIMER OFF display of the remote controller.

3. Wait for 3 seconds and the digital display area
will show the temperature again. The "TIMER
OFF" indicator remains on and this function is
activated.

TIMER OFF

Example:

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

1. Press the TIMER OFF button.

2. Press the TIMER OFF button again to display

2.0H on the TIMER OFF display.

3. Press the TIMER ON button.

4. Press the TIMER ON button again to display 10H
on the TIMER ON display .

5. Wait for 3 seconds and the digital display area
will show the temperature again. The "TIMER
ON OFF" indicator remains on and this function is
activated.

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

Example:

COMBINED TIMER

(Setting both ON and OFF timers simultaneously)

TIMER OFF

Stop

On

Set 10 hours later

h

TIMER ON OFF

h

On

Stop

2 hours later
after setting

Set

Start

10 hours later
after setting

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

Location of the remote controller.

CAUTIONS

The air conditioner will not operate if curtains,
doors or other materials block the signals from
the remote controller to the indoor unit.
Prevent any liquid from falling into the remote
controller. Do not expose the remote controller
to direct sunlight or heat.
If the infrared signal receiver on the indoor unit
is exposed to direct sunlight, the air conditioner
may not function properly. Use curtains to
prevent the sunlight from falling on the receiver.
If other electrical appliances react to the remote
controller, either move these appliances or
consult your local dealer.
Do not drop the remote controller. Handle with
care.
Do not place heavy objects on the remote
controller, or step on it.

The following cases signify exhausted batteries.
Replace old batteries with new ones.
Receiving beep is not emitted when a signal
is transmitted.
Indicator fades away.

The remote controller is powed by two dry
batteries (R03/LR03X2) housed in the back rear
part and protected by a cover.
(1) Remove the cover in the rear part of the
remote controller.
(2) Remove the old batteries and insert the new
batteries,placing the(+) and (-) ends correctly.
(3) Install the cover back on.

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

Replacing batteries

CAUTIONS

Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries
of different types.
Do not leave the batteries in the remote
controller if they are not going to be used for
2 or 3 months.
Do not dispose batteries as unsorted
municipal waste. Collection of such waste
separately for special treatment is necessary.

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The remote controller can be attached to a wall
or pillar by using a remote controller holder(not
supplied, purchased separately).
Before installing the remote controller, check
that the air conditioner receives the signals
properly.
Install the remote controller with two screws.
For installing or removing the remote controller,
move it up or down in the holder.

Using the remote controller holder

(optional)

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

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void user s authority to operate the equipment.

NOTE: