Panasonic CU-S12NKUA Operation Manual

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QUICK GUIDE GUIDE SOMMAIRE

Operating Instructions

Air Conditioner

Model No. Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit

CS-S9NKUA CS-S12NKUA

CU-S9NKUA CU-S12NKUA

ENGLISH 2-8 Operating Instructions

Air Conditioner

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.

QUICK GUIDE GUIDE SOMMAIRE

FRANÇAIS 9-16 Instructions d’utilisation

Climatiseur

Merci d’avoir acheté un climatiseur Panasonic. Instructions d’installation incluses. Avant d’utiliser le climatiseur, lire ces instructions d’utilisation et les conserver pour s’y référer dans le futur.

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WARNING

CAUTION

WARNING

Air Inlet

Air Outlet

Air Inlet

TABLE OF CONTENTS

NOTE

OPERATION CONDITION

POWER SUPPLY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

REMOTE CONTROL

INDOOR UNIT

TROUBLESHOOTING

INFORMATION

QUICK GUIDE

BACK COVER

NOTE

The illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only and may differ from the actual unit. They are subjected to change without notice for future improvement.

OPERATION CONDITION

Use this air conditioner under the following temperature range

Temperature

(°F/°C)

COOLING

*DBT *WBT

Max. 89.6/32 73.4/23

Min. 60.8/16 51.8/11

Temperature

(°F/°C)

COOLING

*DBT *WBT

Max. 114.8/46 78.8/26

Min. 5.0/-15 -/-

* DBT: Dry bulb temperature * WBT: Wet bulb temperature

POWER SUPPLY

Models Number

Time Delay

Circuit Breaker

CS/CU-S9NKUA 15 Amps CS/CU-S12NKUA 15 Amps

Indoor

Outdoor

2~3

4~5

Rated

Volts

208/

230V

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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:

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 authorized 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 to authorized dealer or specialist on usage of speciﬁ ed refrigerant type. Using of refrigerant other than the speciﬁ ed type 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

Outdoor

Unit

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 an actions that is COMPULSORY.

WARNING

Air Inlet

Power

Supply

Air Outlet

Air Inlet

Air Outlet

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CAUTION

WARNING

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 damage, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its 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:

- Before cleaning or servicing.

- Extended non-use.

- Abnormally strong lightning activity.

WARNING

CAUTION

INDOOR UNIT AND OUTDOOR UNIT

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

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.

Ensure drainage pipe is connected properly and keep drainage outlet clear of gutters, containers or does not immersed in water to prevent water leakage.

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

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.

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REMOTE CONTROL

AUTO

COOL

DRY

FAN

SPEED

AIR

SWING

FAN SPEED

AIR SWING

MODE

QUIET

TEMP

OFF/ON

POWERFUL

TIMER

SET

CANCEL

OFF

SET

CHECK CLOCK RESET

Maximum distance: 26ft/8m

INDICATOR

POWER

TIMER

QUIET

POWERFUL

Remote Control display

(Green) (Orange) (Orange) (Orange)

Press the remote control’s button

TO TURN ON OR OFF THE UNIT

• Please be aware of the OFF indication on the remote control display to prevent the unit from starting/stopping improperly.

TO SET TEMPERATURE

• Selection range : 60°F ~ 86°F / 16°C ~ 30°C.

• Operating the unit within the recommended temperature could induce energy saving. COOL mode : 78°F ~ 82°F / 26°C ~ 28°C. DRY mode : 2°F ~ 4°F / 1°C ~ 2°C lower than room temperature.

TO SELECT OPERATION MODE

AUTO mode - For your convenience

• During operation mode selection the power indicator blinks.

• Unit selects operation mode every 10 minutes according to temperature setting and room temperature.

COOL mode - To enjoy cool air

• Use curtains to screen off sunlight and outdoor heat to reduce power consumption during cool mode.

DRY mode - To dehumidify the environment

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

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TO SELECT FAN SPEED

FAN SPEED

• For AUTO, the indoor fan speed is automatically adjusted

according to the operation mode.

TO ADJUST VERTICAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION

AIR SWING

• Keeps the room ventilated.

• In COOL/DRY mode, if AUTO is set, the louver swing up/

down automatically.

TO ENJOY QUIET OPERATION

• This operation reduces airﬂ ow noise.

TO REACH TEMPERATURE

QUICKLY

• This operation stops automatically after 20 minutes.

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TO SET THE TIMER

Press and hold for 5 seconds to dim or restore the

NOTES

unit’s indicator brightness.

TO SET THE TIMER

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’s default setting.

Not used in normal operations.

NOTES

POWERFUL

QUIET

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

• Cannot be selected at the same time.

• To turn ON or OFF the unit at a preset time.

OFF

Select ON or

OFF timer

• To cancel ON or OFF timer, press

press

CANCEL

SET

Set the time Conﬁ rm

OFF

then

• When ON Timer is set, the unit may start earlier (up to 15 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 Remote Control Preparation on the back cover.

• If timer is cancelled manually or due to power failure, you can restore the previous setting (once power is

resumed) by pressing

SET

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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

HINT

INDOOR UNIT

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

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

CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

• Do not use benzene, thinner or scouring powder.

• Use only soap (

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

pH7) or neutral household detergent.

HINT

• To ensure optimal performance of the unit, cleaning

maintenance has to be carried out at regular intervals. Dirty unit may cause malfunction and you may see error code “H99”. Please consult authorized dealer.

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INDOOR UNIT

• Wipe the unit gently with a soft, dry cloth.

FRONT PANEL

Remove Front Panel

• Raise and pull to remove the front panel.

• Wash gently and dry.

Close Front Panel

• Press down both ends of the front panel to close it securely.

REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER

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AUTO OFF/ON BUTTON

• Use when remote control is misplaced or a malfunction occurs.

Step Action Mode

1 Press once. Automatic

Press and hold until you hear

one beep, then release. Repeat step 2. Press and hold

until you hear two beeps, then release.

Press the button to turn off.

AIR PURIFYING FILTER

Vacuum the air purifying ﬁ lter.

Force cooling

Normal cooling

ALUMINIUM FIN

HORIZONTAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION LOUVER

• Manually adjustable.

VERTICAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION LOUVER

• Do not adjust by hand.

• It is recommended to clean the ﬁ lter every 6 months.

• Replace the ﬁ lter every 3 years or replace any damaged

ﬁ lter. Part no.: CZ-SA20P

AIR FILTERS

• Air ﬁ lter cleaning is required every two weeks.

• Wash/rinse the ﬁ lters gently with water to avoid damage

to the ﬁ lter surface.

• Dry the ﬁ lters thoroughly under shade, away from ﬁ re or

direct sunlight.

• Replace any damaged ﬁ lters.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction.

SYMPTOM

CAUSE

Check the following before calling for servicing.

SYMPTOM

CHECK

The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction.

SYMPTOM

Mist emerges from indoor unit. ► • Condensation effect due to cooling process.

Water ﬂ owing sound during operation. ► • Refrigerant ﬂ ow inside the unit. The room has a peculiar odor. ► • This may be due to damp smell emitted by the wall,

carpet, furniture or clothing.

Indoor fan stops occasionally during automatic fan speed

► • This helps to remove the surrounding odours.

setting. Operation is delayed a few minutes after restarting. ► • The delay is a protection to the unit’s compressor. Outdoor unit emits water/steam. ► • Condensation or evaporation occurs on pipes. TIMER indicator is always on. ► • The timer setting repeats daily once set. Power indicator blinks before the unit is switched on. ► • This is a preliminary step in preparation for the operation

when the ON timer has been set.

Cracking sound during operation. ► • Changes of temperature caused the expansion/

contraction of the unit.

Check the following before calling for servicing.

SYMPTOM

Cooling operation is not working efﬁ ciently. ► • Set the temperature correctly.

• Close all doors and windows.

• Clean or replace the ﬁ lters.

• Clear any obstruction at the air inlet and air outlet vents.

Noisy during operation. ► • Check if the unit has been installed at an incline.

• Close the front panel properly.

Remote control does not work. (Display is dim or transmission signal is weak.)

► • Insert the batteries correctly.

• Replace weak batteries.

The unit does not work. ► • Check if the circuit breaker is tripped.

• Check if timers have been set.

The unit does not receive the signal from the remote control.

► • Make sure the receiver is not obstructed.

• Certain ﬂ uorescent lights may interfere with signal transmitter. Please consult authorized dealer.

CAUSE

CHECK

ENGLISH

The unit stops and the TIMER indicator blinks.

Use remote control to retrieve error code.

Press for 5

seconds.

Press for 5

seconds to quit checking.

Turn the unit off and reveal the error code to authorized dealer.

TIMER

OFF

SET CHECK CLOCK RESET

CANCEL

SET

Press until you hear

beep sound, then write down the error code.

Note:

• For certain errors, you may restart the unit for limited operation with 4 beeps when operation starts.

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INFORMATION

FOR SEASONAL INSPECTION AFTER EXTENDED NON-USE

• Check remote control batteries.

• No obstruction at air inlet and air outlet vents.

• Use Auto OFF/ON button to select Cooling operation. After 15 minutes of operation, it is normal to have the following temperature difference between air inlet and air outlet vents: Cooling: ≥ 14.4°F/8°C

FOR EXTENDED NON-USE

• Switch off power at the circuit breaker.

• Remove the remote control batteries.

NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS

SWITCH OFF POWER AT THE CIRCUIT BREAKER then please consult an authorized dealer under the following conditions:

• Abnormal noise during operation.

• Water/foreign particles have entered the remote control.

• Water leaks from Indoor unit.

• Circuit breaker switches off frequently.

• Switches or buttons are not functioning properly.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Contact your local hazardous waste disposal hotline.

Models Number

The above listed models have been designed and manufactured to meet ENERGY STAR® criteria for energy efﬁ ciency when matched with appropriate coil components. However, proper refrigerant charge and proper air ﬂ ow are critical to achieve rated capacity and efﬁ ciency. Installation of this product should follow the manufacturer’s refrigerant charging and airﬂ ow instructions. Failure to conﬁ rm proper charge and airﬂ ow may reduce energy efﬁ ciency and shorten equipment life.

CS-S9NKUA / CU-S9NKUA CS-S12NKUA / CU-S12NKUA

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement

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 the receiver.

• Connect the equipment to 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. FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions. Any changes or modiﬁ cations

not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

Industry Canada Notice

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

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QUICK GUIDE/GUIDE SOMMAIRE

Remote Control Preparation • Préparation de la télécommande

MODE

OFF/ON

TEMP

Remote Control Preparation • Préparation de la télécommande

4 5 6

TIMER

OFF

SET CHECK CLOCK RESET

AUTO

DRY COOL

Select the desired mode.

Sélectionner le mode voulu.

Start/stop the operation.

Mettre l’appareil en/hors marche.

Select the desired temperature.

Régler la température souhaitée.

SET

CANCEL

MODE

OFF/ON

TEMP

Pull out • Dégager le couvercle

Insert AAA or R03 batteries (can be used ~ 1 year) •

Insérer des piles AAA ou R03 (durée de vie d’environ 1 an)

Close the cover • Remettre le couvercle en place

Press CLOCK • Appuyer sur CLOCK

Set time • Régler l’heure

Conﬁ rm • Conﬁ rmer le réglage

AUTO COOL

DRY

OFF/ON

MODE

POWERFUL

QUIET

TIMER

OFF

SET CHECK CLOCK RESET

TEMP

FAN SPEED

AIR SWING

FAN SPEED

AIR SWING

SET

CANCEL

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Panasonic Corporation

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Panasonic Canada Inc.

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