Panasonic cs-e18rbb4uw Operation Manual

Operating Instructions

Air Conditioner

OPE

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Model No. Indoor Unit

CS-E12RB4UW CS-E18RB4UW

Outdoor Unit Single Split Multi Split

CU-E12RB4U CU-E18RB4U

CU-2E18NBU CU-5E36QBU

AIR SW

TIMER

POWER

ING

OFF/ON

Operating Instructions Air Conditioner

Instructions d’utilisation Climatiseur

2-11

13-23

Français English

F569879

Thank you for purchasing Panasonic Air Conditioner.

Installation instructions attached. Before operating the unit, read these operating instructions thoroughly and keep them for future reference. The illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only and may differ from the actual unit. They are subject to change without notice for future improvement.

Multi air conditioner system

Multi air conditioner systems save space by letting you connect multiple indoor units to a single outdoor unit.

• For complete product features, please refer catalogue.

Indoor units

• It is possible to operate the indoor units

individually or simultaneously. The priority of operation is placed on the ﬁ rst unit that turned on.

• During operation, HEAT and COOL modes

cannot activate at the same time for different indoor units.

• The power indicator blinks to indicate the

indoor unit is standing by for a different operation mode.

Indoor units

Outdoor unit

( CU-2E18NBU, CU-5E36QBU)

Operation conditions

Use this air conditioner under the following temperature range. DBT : Dry bulb temperature WBT : Wet bulb temperature

CS-E12RB4UW

Temperature (°F/°C)

COOL

HEAT

Max. 89.6/ 32 73.4/ 23 114.8/46 78.8/ 26 114.8/46 78.8 /26

Min. 60.8/ 16 51.8/ 11 0/ -17.8 -/ - 14.0/ -10 -/-

Max. 86.0/ 30 -/ - 75.2/ 24 64.4/18 75.2/24 64.4/18

Min. 60.8/ 16 -/ - 5.0/-15 3.2 /-16 5.0/ -15 3.2/-16

CS-E18RB4UW

DBT WBT DBT WBT DBT WBT

Power Supply

CS-E12RB4UW / CU-E12RB4U 15 Amps CS-E18RB4UW / CU-E18RB4U 25 Amps CS-E12RB4UW / CU-2E18NBU 25 Amps CS-E12RB4UW / CS-E18RB4UW / CU-5E36QBU 45 Amps

Models Number Time Delay Circuit Breaker Rated Volts

CU-E12RB4U CU-E18RB4U

CU-2E18NBU CU-5E36QBU

208/230V

Quick guide

TIMER

CANCEL

RES

TIMER

CANCEL

RES

FAN

AIR

HEAT

OOL

DRY

FAN

TIMER

OFF

SET CHECK CLOCK RESET

ETCHE

AUTO

AUT HEAT C

COOL

DRY FAN

2 3

SET

CANCEL

FAN

PEE

SPEED AIR

WIN

SWING

Inserting the batteries

Pull out the back cover of

remote control Insert AAA or R03 batteries

(can be used ~ 1 year)

Close the cover

Clock setting

Press CLOCK

Set the time

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Basic operation

Select the desired mode

AUTO HEAT

DRY

COOLFAN

Start/stop the operation

Table of contents

Safety precautions ...................4-5

How to use...............................6-7

Cleaning instructions ..................8

Troubleshooting .....................9-10

Information................................ 11

Accessories

• Remote control

• AAA or R03 batteries × 2

• Remote control holder

• Screws for remote control holder × 2

English

3 1

OFF/ON

MODE

TEMP

POWERFUL/

FAN SPEED

AN SPEE

UIET

QUIET

TIMER

OFF

SET CHECK CLOCK RESET

ETCHECKCLOC

AIR SWING

AIR SWIN

SET

CANCEL

POWER

•

Please note that the OFF indication is on to start.

Select the desired temperature

•

Selection range (Not applicable for FAN mode):

60°F ~ 86°F / 16°C ~ 30°C.

•

Operating the unit within the recommended temperature may save energy. HEAT : 68°F ~ 75°F / 20°C ~ 24°C. COOL : 78°F ~ 82°F / 26°C ~ 28°C. DRY : 2°F ~ 4°F / 1°C ~ 2°C

lower than room temperature.

26ft/8m

•

To dim or restore the unit’s indicator brightness, press and hold for 5 seconds.

•

Use remote control within 26ft/8m from the remote control receiver of the indoor unit.

Safety precautions

Air inlet

Air outlet

To prevent personal injury, injury to others or property damage, please comply with the following: Incorrect operation due to failure to follow instructions below may cause harm or damage, the seriousness of which is classiﬁ ed as below:

WARNING

CAUTION

The instructions to be followed are classiﬁ ed by the following symbols:

This sign warns of death or serious injury.

This sign warns of injury or damage to property.

This symbol denotes an action that is PROHIBITED.

These symbols denote actions COMPULSORY.

WARNING

Indoor unit and outdoor unit

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Please consult authorised dealer or specialist to clean the internal parts, repair, install, remove and reinstall the unit. Improper installation and handling will cause leakage, electric shock or ﬁ re.

Conﬁ rm with authorised dealer or specialist on usage of any speciﬁ ed refrigerant type. Using refrigerant type other than the speciﬁ ed may cause product damage, burst and injury etc.

Do not install the unit in a potentially explosive or ﬂ ammable atmosphere. Failure to do so could result in ﬁ re.

Do not insert your ﬁ ngers or other objects into the air conditioner indoor or outdoor unit, rotating parts may cause injury.

Do not touch the outdoor unit during lightning, it may cause electric shock.

Do not expose yourself directly to cold air for a long period to avoid excess cooling.

Do not sit or step on the unit, you may fall down accidentally.

Indoor unit

Remote control

Air inlet

Outdoor unit

Air inlet

Air outlet

Power supply

Air outlet

Remote control

Do not allow infants and small children to play with the remote control to prevent them from accidentally swallowing the batteries.

Power supply

Do not use a modiﬁ ed cord, joint cord, extension cord or unspeciﬁ ed cord to prevent overheating and ﬁ re.

To prevent overheating, ﬁ re or electric shock:

•

Do not share the same power outlet with other equipment.

•

Do not operate with wet hands.

•

Do not over bend the power supply cord.

If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, service agent or similarly qualiﬁ ed persons in order to avoid a hazard.

It is strongly recommended to install this unit using an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB) or Ground Fault Interrupt (GFCI) or Appliance Leakage Current Interrupt (ALCI) to prevent electric shock or ﬁ re.

Stop using the product if any abnormality/ failure occurs or turn off the power switch and breaker. (Risk of smoke/ﬁ re/electric shock) Examples of abnormality/failure

•

The ELCB or GFCI or ALCI trip frequently.

•

Burning smell is observed.

•

Abnormal noise or vibration of the unit is observed.

•

Water leaks from the indoor unit.

•

Power cord becomes abnormally hot.

•

Fan speed cannot be controlled.

•

The unit stops running immediately even if it is switched on for operation.

•

The fan does not stop even if the operation is

stopped. Contact your local dealer immediately for maintenance or repair assistance.

This equipment must be earthed to prevent electrical shock or ﬁ re.

Prevent electric shock by switching off the power supply:

- Before cleaning or servicing,

- When extended non-use, or

- During abnormally strong lightning activity.

Do not use for preservation of precise equipment, food, animals, plants, artwork or other objects. This may cause quality deterioration, etc.

Do not use any combustible equipment in front of the airﬂ ow outlet to avoid ﬁ re propagation.

Do not expose plants or pet directly to airﬂ ow to avoid injury, etc.

Do not touch the sharp aluminium ﬁ n, sharp parts may cause injury.

Do not switch ON the indoor unit when waxing the ﬂ oor. After waxing, aerate the room properly before operating the unit.

Do not install the unit in oily and smoky areas to prevent damage to the unit.

Do not dismantle the unit for cleaning purpose to avoid injury.

Do not step onto an unstable bench when cleaning the unit to avoid injury.

Do not place a vase or water container on the unit. Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation. This may cause an electric shock.

Do not open window or door for long time during COOL/DRY mode operation.

Prevent water leakage by ensuring drainage pipe is:

- Connected properly,

- Kept clear of gutters and containers, or

- Not immersed in water After a long period of use or use with any

combustible equipment, aerate the room regularly.

After a long period of use, make sure the installation rack does not deteriorate to prevent the unit from falling down.

Remote control

EnglishSafety precautions

CAUTION

Indoor unit and outdoor unit

Do not wash the indoor unit with water, benzine, thinner or scouring powder to avoid damage or corrosion at the unit.

Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. It may damage the remote control.

To prevent malfunction or damage of the remote control:

•

Remove the batteries if the unit is not going to be used for a long period of time.

•

New batteries of the same type must be inserted following the polarity stated.

How to use

TEMP

TIMER

CANCEL

CHECK

Single

Single split system

Multi

Multi split system

MODE

To select operation mode

AUTO - For your convenience

• During operation mode selection the POWER indicator blinks.

• Unit selects operation mode every 10

Single

minutes according to setting temperature and room temperature.

• Unit selects operation mode every 3

Multi

hours according to setting temperature, outdoor temperature and room temperature.

HEAT - To enjoy warm air

• Unit takes a while to warm up. The POWER indicator blinks during this operation.

COOL - To enjoy cool air

• Provides efﬁ cient comfort cooling to suit your needs.

DRY - To dehumidify the environment

• Unit operates at low fan speed to give a gentle cooling operation.

FAN - To circulate air in the room

POWERFUL/

To switch between

QUIET

powerful & quiet

QUIETPOWERFUL NORMAL

POWERFUL: To reach temperature quickly

POWERFUL

• This operation stops automatically after

Single

20 minutes.

• Press the button again or turn OFF the

Multi

unit to stop this operation.

QUIET: To enjoy quiet operation

QUIET

• This operation reduces airﬂ ow noise.

Can be activated in all modes and can be cancelled by pressing the respective button again.

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Remote control display

AUTO HEAT COOL

DRY FAN

OFF/ON

FF/

MODE

TEMP

POWERFUL/

FAN SPEED

QUIET

TIMER

OFF

SET CHECK CLOCK RESET

FAN SPEED

AIR SWING

SET

CANCEL

A I R

T I

ING

OFF/O

Remote control receiver

Control Panel

POWER (Green) TIMER (Orange) POWERFUL (Orange) QUIET (Orange) AIR SWING (Orange)

Press and hold for approximately 10 seconds to show temperature setting in °F or °C.

Press and hold for approximately 5 seconds to show 12-hour (am/pm) or 24-hour time indication.

Press to restore the remote control to default setting.

Not used in normal operations.

AUTO

Auto OFF/ON button

POWER (Green) TIMER (Orange) POWERFUL (Orange) QUIET (Orange) AIR SWING (Orange)

AUTO

Use when remote control is misplaced or a malfunction occurs.

1. Press the button once to use in AUTO mode.

2. Press and hold the button until you hear 1 beep, then release to use in forced COOL mode.

3. Repeat step 2. Press and hold the button until you hear 2 beeps, then release to use in normal COOL mode.

4. Repeat step 3. Press and hold the button until you hear 3 beeps, then release to use in forced HEAT mode.

• Press the button again to turn off.

FAN SPEED

TIMER

CANCEL

To select fan speed

(Remote control display)

To set the timer

2 sets of ON and OFF timers are available to turn ON or OFF the unit at different preset times.

• For AUTO, the indoor fan speed is automatically adjusted according to the operation mode.

AIR SWING

To adjust vertical airﬂ ow direction

(Remote control display)

• Keeps the room ventilated.

• In COOL/DRY mode, if AUTO is set, the louver swings up/down automatically.

• In HEAT mode, if AUTO is set, the horizontal louver is ﬁ xed at the predetermined position.

• Do not adjust the louver by hand.

Auto Restart Control

• If power is resumed after a power failure, the operation will restart automatically after a period of time with previous operation mode and airﬂ ow direction.

• This control is not applicable when TIMER is set.

21 3

OFF

Select ON or OFF

timer

• Each time pressed:

Set the time

Conﬁ rm

SET

CANCEL

Example: OFF at 11:50PM

OFF

Cancel

SET

TIMER

• To cancel ON or OFF timer, press ON or to select respective or then press

• If timer is cancelled manually or due to power

CANCEL

OFF

failure, you can restore the timer again by pressing ON or

then press

to select respective or

OFF

SET

• The nearest timer setting will be displayed and will activate in sequence.

• When ON Timer is set, the unit may start earlier (up to 35 minutes) before the actual set time in order to achieve the desired temperature on time.

• Timer operation is based on the clock set in the remote control and repeats daily once set. For clock setting, please refer to Quick guide.

English

How to use

Cleaning instructions

Slowly pull down the intake grille.

Remove the air ﬁ lter from the tabs and pull it downwards.

Press the knobs.

Remove

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To ensure optimal performance of the unit, cleaning has to be carried out at regular intervals. Please consult authorised dealer.

• Switch off the power at the circuit breaker before cleaning.

• Do not touch the aluminium ﬁ n, sharp parts may cause injury.

• Do not use benzine, thinner or scouring powder.

• Use only soap (

• Do not use water hotter than 104°F / 40°C.

pH 7) or neutral household detergent.

Remove Air Filter

Press the knobs.

Slowly pull down the intake grille.

Remove the air ﬁ lter from the tabs and pull it downwards.

INDOOR UNIT

Wipe the unit gently with a soft, dry cloth.

OPEN

Remove

AIR FILTER

Vacuum, wash and dry.

• lt is recommended to clean the air ﬁ lter every 6 weeks.

• Do not operate without an air ﬁ lter.

• Wash/rinse the air ﬁ lter gently with water to avoid damage to the air ﬁ lter surface.

• Do not dry the part with a hair dryer or a stove.

• Replace any damaged air ﬁ lters.

Air Filter Installation

Insert the air ﬁ lter to the tabs of the intake grille.

AIR SW

TIM

OFF/O

Press the knobs to the CLOSE side.

Slowly bring up the intake grille.

Knob

For seasonal inspection after extended non-use

• Checking of remote control batteries.

• No obstruction at air inlet and air outlet vents.

• After 15 minutes of operation, it is normal to have the following temperature difference between air inlet and

air outlet vents:

COOL: ≥ 14.4°F/8°C HEAT: ≥ 25.2°F/14°C

For extended non-use

• Activate HEAT mode for 2~3 hours to remove moisture left in the internal parts thoroughly to prevent mould growth.

• Turn off the power supply.

• Remove the remote control batteries.

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