Panasonic cs-ec9bkp Operation Manual

®

Before using your air-conditioner, please read
this operating instructions carefully and keep it
for future reference.

Room Air Conditioner

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before using your air-conditioner, please read this operating instructions

carefully and keep it for future reference.

C

OOLING MODEL

CS-C9BKP CU-C9BKP6

CS-C12BKP CU-C12BKP6

:-

Indoor Outdoor

ENGLISH ....................... P. 1 – P. 11

ESPAÑOL ...................... P. 12 – P. 22

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or send e-mail to:
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www.panasonic.com

F563366

Thank you for purchasing our Panasonic Room Air
Conditioner.

CONTENTS

:Features ..................................................... 1

:Safety Precautions .................................... 2

■ Installation Precautions

■ Operation Precautions

:Name of Each Part ................................ 3~4

■ Indoor Unit

■ Outdoor Unit

■ Accessories

■ Remote Control

:Preparation Before Operation .................. 5

■ Indoor Unit

■ Remote Control

:How to Operate ...................................... 5~6

:Setting the Timer ....................................... 7

:Convenience Operation ............................ 7

■ Sleep Mode Operation

■ Economy Mode Operation

■ Powerful Mode Operation

:Care and Maintenance .............................. 8

■ Cleaning the Indoor Unit and Remote Control

■ Cleaning the Air Filter

■ Cleaning the Front Panel

■ Air Purifying Filters

■ Pre-season Inspection

■ When the Air Conditioner is Not Used for an

Extended Period of Time

■ Recommended Inspection

:Helpful Information ................................... 9

:Energy Saving and Operation Hints ........ 9

:Troubleshooting ...................................... 10

■ Normal Operation

■ Abnormal Operation

■ Call the Dealer Immediately

:

Product Specification and Reference

Note:

Before using your air conditioner, please read
this operating instructions carefully and keep it
for future reference.

...... 11

FEATURES

● Self-illuminating Button

For your convenience to operate in the dark.

(Refer page 4)

● Automatic Operation

Sense indoor temperature to select the optimum
mode.

(Refer page 5)

● Sleep Mode

Prevent the room from getting too hot or too cold
while you are sleeping.

(Refer page 7)

● Economy Mode

To reduce electrical power consumption.

(Refer page 7)

● Powerful Mode

Reaches the desired room temperature quickly.

(Refer page 7)

● Removable Front Panel

For quick and easy cleaning. (washable)

(Refer page 8)

● Catechin Air Purifying Filter

Filter that can trap dust, tobacco smoke and tiny
particles in the room. It can also prevent growth of
bacteria and viruses trapped in this filter.

(Refer page 8)

● Solar Refreshing Deodorizing Filter

Used to remove unpleasant odour and deodorize the
air in the room.

(Refer page 8)

● Auto Restart Control

Restart the unit automatically after power failure.

(Refer page 9)

● Blue Coated Condenser At Outdoor Unit

This is the most advanced anti-rust coating.

! Warning

1) Operate your air conditioner from a stable 208/230 volts
AC supply.

2) Plug into a separate 15 amps grounded outlet only.

3) Use of extension cords.
Avoid using extension cords. If there are no alternatives,
ensure that the cord is a UL listed 3-wire grounding type,
rated 250 volt with a minimum current-carrying rating of
15 amps, number 16 or a heavier wire.

4) Use a 15 amps time delay fuse or a circuit breaker.

5) Do not switch off by unplugging the power plug while it is
operating. Turn off the air conditioner by using remote
control, before unplugging.

6) Remove power plug or disconnect from the main before
servicing this appliance.

7) Do not repair by yourself.
In case of malfunction of this appliance, do not repair by
yourself. Contact the sales dealer or service dealer for a
repair.

8) Turn off the power (Isolation from main power supply).
Pull off the power plug from the receptacle, or switch off
the breaker, or switch off the power disconnecting mean
to isolate the equipment from the main power supply in
case of an emergency.

! Caution

DISCONNECT THE MAIN PLUG FROM THE SUPPLY
SOCKET WHEN NOT IN USE, WHERE SUPPLY
CONNECTION IS VIA MAIN PLUG.

POWER SUPPLY

Time Delay Fuse: Line Cord Plug:

15 Amps

Rated Volts: Socket Type:

208/230 V

1

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Before operating, please read the following
“Safety Precautions” carefully.

● To prevent personal injury, injury to others and
property damage, the following instructions must be
followed.

● Incorrect operation due to failure to follow instructions
will cause harm or damage, the seriousness of which
is classified as follow:

! Warning

This sign warns of death or serious injury.

! Caution

This sign warns of damage to property.

● The instructions to be followed are classified by the
following symbols:

This symbol (with a white background) denotes an

action that is PROHIBITED.

■ Installation Precautions

! Warning

● Do not install, remove and reinstall the unit by
yourself.

Improper installation will cause leakage, electric
shock or fire. Please engage an authorized dealer
or specialist for the installation work.

! Caution

● This room air conditioner must be
earthed.

Improper grounding could cause
electric shock.

● Ensure that the drainage piping is
connected properly.

Otherwise, water will leak out.

● Do not install the unit in a
potentially explosive atmosphere.

Gas leak near the unit could cause
fire.

■ Operation Precautions

! Warning

This sign warns of death or serious injury.

● Do not share outlet.

● Do not insert plug to operate the unit. Do not

pull out plug to stop the unit.

● Do not operate with wet hands.

● Do not damage or modify the power cord.

● Do not insert finger or other objects into the

indoor or outdoor units.

● Do not expose directly to cold air for a long
period.

● Plug in properly.

● Use specified power cord.

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● If abnormal condition (burnt smell, etc.)
occurs, switch off and unplug the power
supply.

! Caution

This sign warns of injury.

● Do not pull the cord to disconnect the plug.

● Do not wash the unit with water.

● Do not use for other purposes such as

preservation.

● Do not use any combustible equipment at
airflow direction.

● Do not sit or place anything on the outdoor
unit.

ENGLISH

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These symbols (with a black background) denote

actions that are COMPULSORY.

● Switch off the power supply before cleaning.

● Ventilate the room regularly.

● Pay attention as to whether the installation

rack is damaged after long period of usage.

OFF

● Switch off the power supply if the unit is not
used for a long period.

2

NAME OF EACH PART

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■ Indoor Unit

1

1 Front Panel

2 Air Intake Vent

3 Power Supply Cord

4 Air Outlet Vent

5 Vertical Airflow Direction Louver

6 Horizontal Airflow Direction Louver

(manually adjusted)

7 Indicator Panel

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POWERFULPOWERFULECONOMYECONOMY POWERPOWER

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● Indoor Unit

■ Accessories

(when the front panel is opened)

● Remote Control

1

3

2

1 Front Panel

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● Remote Control Holder

2 Air Filters

3 Air Purifying Filter

■ Outdoor Unit

● Two RO3 (AAA) dry-cell batteries or equivalent

1

6

SLEEPSLEEP

TIMERTIMER

SLEEPSLEEP

TIMERTIMER

2

3

● Air Purifying Filter

4

5

1 Auto Operation Button

(when the front panel is opened)

2 Economy Mode Indicator – GREEN

3 Powerful Mode Indicator – ORANGE

4 Power Indicator – GREEN

5 Sleep Mode Indicator – ORANGE

6 Timer Mode Indicator – ORANGE

3

1 Air Intake Vents

2 Ground Terminal

(Inside cover)

3 Piping

4 Connecting Cable

5 Drain Hose

6 Air Outlet Vents

(Catechin Air Purifying Filter)

(Solar Refreshing Deodorizing Filter)

NAME OF EACH PART

CHECK

TEMP

AUTO

ON

OFF

AUTO DRYFAN

F

COOLCOOL

FAN

AUTO

RESET CLOCK

MODE

SLEEP

ECONOMY

FAN SPEED

AIR SWING

OFF

CANCEL

ON

SET

1

2

3

TIMER

OFF/ON

POWERFUL

AUTO

MANUAL

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5

8

7

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FAN

AUTO

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SLE

● How to Insert the Batteries

ENGLISH

■ Remote Control

1

2

● Remote Control Signal.

● Notes for Remote Control.

• Make sure it is not obstructed.

• Maximum distance : 10 m (32.8 ft.).

• Signal received sound.

One short beep or one long beep.

• Do not throw or drop.

• Do not get it wet.

• Certain type of fluorescent lamps may affect

signal reception. Consult your dealer.

1 Signal Transmitter

2 Operation Display

3 Powerful Mode Operation Button

4 Room Temperature Setting Button

(self-illuminating button)

2

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MODE

AIR SWING

AUTO

ECONOMY

1

MANUAL

ON

OFF

2

CANCEL

SET

FAN SPEED

3

1.5V

CHECK

1.5V

TIMER

RESET

CLOCK

5 Operation Mode Selection Button

6 Economy Mode Operation Button

1

7 Auto Airflow Direction Button

8 ON-Timer Button

1 Slide down the remote control cover completely

9 OFF-Timer Button

2 Insert the batteries

0 Reset Point

(Press with fine-tipped object to clear the memory)

! OFF/ON Button

(self-illuminating button)

@ Sleep Mode Operation Button

# Fan Speed Selection Button

$ Manual Airflow Direction Selection Button

% Timer Set Button

^ Timer Cancellation Button

& Time-Setting Button

* Clock Button

( Remote Control Cover

– Be sure the direction is correct
– 12.00 at display - flashing

• Set the current time (CLOCK) immediately to

prevent battery exhaustion.

● About the batteries

• Can be used for approximately one year.

● Observe the following when replacing the
batteries

• Replace with new batteries of the same type.

• Do not use rechargeable batteries (Ni-Cd).

• Remove the batteries if the unit is not going to be

used for a long period.

4

PREPARATION BEFORE OPERATION

CHECK

AUTO

AUTO H EAT DRY FANCOOL

FAN

AUTO

RESET CLOCK

FAN SPEED

AIR SWING

OFF

CANCEL

ON

SET

1

2

3

TIMER

AUTO

MANUAL

1

2

OFF

ON

HEAT

DRY

FANCOOL

CHECK

TEMP

AUTO

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AIR SWING

OFF

CANCEL

1

2

3

TIMER

OFF/ON

POW

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AUTO

MANUAL

ECONOMY

SLEEP

ON

SET

FAN SPEED

MODE

■ Indoor Unit

HOW TO OPERATE

■ Setting Temperature

• Press 3 to increase or decrease the temperature.

• The temperature can be set between 60°F ~ 86°F.

• Recommended temperature:

2

1

6

3

5

4

1 Connect the power supply cord to an independent

power supply

2 Open the front panel

3 Remove the air filters

4 Fit the air purifying filters in place

5 Insert the air filters

6 Close the front panel

■ Remote Control

– To set the current time

2

3
5

1
6
4

■ To start the operation

• Press 1.

• POWER indicator (green) on the indoor unit will light

up.

• To stop, press once more.

■ Setting Mode

• Press 2 to select:-

AUTO – Automatic Operation
COOL – Cooling Operation
DRY – Soft Dry Operation
FAN – Air Circulation Operation

COOL

75°F ~ 78°F

2°F ~ 4°F

DRY

Lower than the
room temperature

• During AUTO Operation, press 3 to select:-

• Operation with 4°F higher than the standard

temperature.

• Operation with the standard temperature.

• Operation with 4°F lower than the standard

temperature.

● Standard Temperature

Indoor

temperature

73°F

Operation

Cooling

Soft Dry

temperature

Standard

77°F

72°F

1 Press 1.
2 Then press 2 to increase or decrease the time.
3 Press 1 again.

Set time at display will light up.

5

• Once the Automatic Operation is selected, the
indoor temperature sensor operates automatically
to select the desired operation mode with Cooling
or Soft Dry.

• After the operation mode has been selected, the
mode does not change.

■ Setting the Fan Speed

• Press 4 to select:-

FAN – Low Fan Speed
FAN – Medium Fan Speed
FAN – High Fan Speed
AUTO
FAN – Automatic Fan Speed

The speed of the indoor fan is adjusted
automatically according to the operation.
The indoor fan stops occasionally during
cooling operation.

■ Setting the Horizontal Airflow Direction

• Adjust it manually

● Operation Details

COOL – Cooling Operation

• To set the room temperature at your preference
cooling comfort.

AUTO – Automatic Operation

• Sense indoor temperature to select the optimum
mode.

• Temperature is not displayed on the remote control
during AUTO operation.

ENGLISH

■ Setting the Vertical Airflow Direction

• Press 5 or 6 to select:-

COOL / DRY Operation

AUTO

36°

Swing up/down
Automatically

MANUAL
Five stages of adjustment
can be made between
14° ~ 36°.

FAN Operation

AUTO

61°

Swing up/down
Automatically

MANUAL
Five stages of adjustment
can be made between
0° ~ 61°.

● Notes

• If the unit is not going to be used for an extended
period of time, turn off the main power supply. If it is
left at the ON position, approximately 2.5 W of
electricity will be used even if the indoor unit has been
turned off with the remote control.

• If operation is stopped, then restart immediately, the
unit will resume operation only after 3 minutes.

DRY – Soft Dry Operation

• A very gentle Cooling Operation, prior to
dehumidification. It does not lower the room
temperature.

• During Soft Dry operation, the indoor fan operates at
Low fan speed.

FAN – Air Circulation Operation

• When the room temperature reaches the set
temperature, operation commences at Low airflow
volume. It stops when the room temperature drops to
4°F below the set temperature.
(It is useful when using a heater).

6

AUTO

AUTO H EAT DRY FANCOOL

FAN

AUTO

MODE

SLEEP

ECONOMY

FAN SPEED

AIR SWING

OFF

CANCEL

ON

SET

1

2

3

TIMER

OFF/ON

POWERFUL

AUTO

MANUAL

3

6

4

1

7

5

2

8

SETTING THE TIMER

Ensure that the current time is correct before setting the
timer. The timer cannot be set if the time display is
flashing.

■ ON-TIMER Operation

To start the air conditioner operation automatically.

• Press 1 to set the operation.

• Press 2 to increase or decrease the time.

• Then press 3.

• To cancel this operation, press 4.

■ OFF-TIMER Operation

To stop the air conditioner operation automatically.

• Press 5 to set the operation.

• Press 2 to increase or decrease the time.

• Then press 3.

• To cancel this operation, press 4.

● Timer Mode Operation Details

• When the ON-Timer is set, operation will start
before the actual set time. This is to enable the
room temperature reaches the set temperature at
the set time.

COOL, DRY, 15 minutes
AUTO in advance

• Once the ON-Timer is set, operation will start at the
set time everyday.

• The current time is not displayed when the timers
are set.

• When both timers are used together, the TIMER
mode indicator on the indoor unit remains lit even
when the operation is stopped by the OFF-TIMER.

7

CONVENIENCE OPERATION

■ Sleep Mode Operation

To obtain a comfortable room temperature while
sleeping:-

• Press 6.

• Sleep mode indicator on the indoor unit will light up.

• To cancel this operation, press once more.

● Sleep Mode Operation Details

• When the room temperature reaches the set
temperature, the airflow volume will change to low
automatically.

• Sleep Mode Operation time is 8 hours.

• When used together with the timer, the timer has a

priority.

Temperature

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Sleep
Operation
button is
pressed.

0~1 hour

Approx.
1°F
increase.

Sleep shift
operation
starts.

← 1 hour →

after approx. 8 hours of sleep shift
operation, it will stop automatically.

Approx. 1°F
increase.

• Cooling or Soft Dry
Operation for sleep shift
operation will start to
avoid overcooling.

Time

■ Economy Mode Operation

To save electrical power consumption.
Please use this mode when the room has reached
your desired temperature.

• Press 7.
* Economy mode indicator (green) on the indoor unit

will light up.

• Press once more to cancel this operation.

■ Powerful Mode Operation

To obtain the set temperature quickly.

• Press 8.
* Powerful mode indicator (orange) on the indoor

unit will light up.

* Powerful mode will operate for 15 minutes only.

• To cancel this operation, press once more.

●

Economy / Powerful Mode Operation Details

• Economy and Powerful operation cannot be
selected simultaneously.

• The changes of the temperature and airflow volume
are automatic.

• The remote control display remains unchanged.

• If sleep button or operation mode button is pressed,

economy or powerful operation will be cancelled.

• During FAN – Air circulation operation, the powerful
and economy operation are not available.

Airflow

volume

Super Low

Super High

Economy Mode Operation

Powerful Mode Operation

Temperature

1°F higher

than set temp.

5°F lower

than set temp.