Panasonic Hq2121sh Owner's Manual

ROOM AIR CONDITIONER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

MODEL: HQ-2101SH

HQ-2121SH

ENGLISH

Please read these operating instructions thoroughly before using your air conditioner and keep them for future reference.

For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA (7262) or send e-mail to

consumerproducts@panasonic.com

or refer to

www.panasonic.com

F563445

Please observe these following safety precautions when using your air conditioner.

• Failure or negligence in observing these safety precautions could cause fire, electrical shock or personal injury.

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INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS

• Due to the weight of this product, we recommend that you have a helper to assist in the installation. To avoid injury, use the proper method of lifting. Avoid any sharp

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

edges.

• Make sure the window frame to be used can properly support this product.

• This product must be installed in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

• Do not install the unit in places where inflammable gas, fumes or soot may be generated.

OPERATION PRECAUTIONS

• Operate your air conditioner from a stable 115 volt AC supply.

• Plug into a separate 15 amp grounded outlet only.

• 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 125 volts with a minimum current-carrying rating of 15 amps, number 14 or heavier wire.

• Use a 15 amp time delay fuse or a circuit breaker.

• Do not switch off by unplugging the power plug while it is operating. Press the OFF/ON pad to “OFF” before unplugging.

POWER SUPPLY

OPERATION PRECAUTIONS

WARNING

• Do not modify the length of the power cord or use an extension cord.

• Do not touch or operate with wet hands. Do not modify or damage the cord.

• Do not turn on the unit by inserting the power plug. Do not switch off the unit by pulling out the power plug.

• Avoid an extended period of direct airflow.

• Do not insert sticks, fingers or other objects into the unit.

• Do not try to repair the unit yourself.

• Plug in properly before operating and use a specified power cord.

• If abnormal conditions (burnt smell, etc) occur, switch off and remove the power plug.

CAUTION

• Do not use the unit for other purposes, than its intended use.

• Do not remove the power plug by pulling the cord.

• Do not block the air intake and outlet vanes.

• Do not splash or direct water at the unit.

• Do not expose the unit to direct sunlight during operation.

• Do not operate the unit without the air filter installed or when the front intake grille has been removed.

• Do not place any objects on the unit.

• Do not operate any combustion equipment near the unit’s airflow area.

• Switch off the breaker and remove the power plug from

the socket if the unit will not be operated for a long period.

• Pay attention to any damages on the unit caused by extensive usage.

• Ventilate the room occasionally where the unit is installed.

• Remove the power plug when cleaning the unit.

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Time Delay Fuse : 15 Amps Rated Voltage : 115V

INSTALLATION BOX CONTENTS

Sealer 50 g (1.8 oz) (Putty)

Type A screws

Type A screw

Left side expandable panel

AIR CONDITIONER INSTALLATION

• Socket Type

Top sealing

ribbon

Top

angle

Type B screws

• Line Cord Plug

Window sash

foam seal

Window sash

sealing ribbon

Type A screws

Type A screw

Type C screws

Right side expandable panel

Side

sealing

ribbon

SCREW FURNISHED

Type A Type B Type C (Qty 6) (Qty 5) (Qty 6)

Wood Machine Tapping

Screw Screw Screw

SUGGESTED TOOL LIST

Medium sized screwdriver (#2 Phillips)

Tape Measure

Pencil

Level

Knife or Scissor

ACCESSORIES

NOTE Check that none of the accessories are missing.

(6 pcs) XTN5D25A

(5 pcs) CWH4580211

(6 pcs) XTT4D10C

SELECT THE BEST LOCATION

(Single or Double

Window

hung window)

Front grille

19–3/

inches

SIDE VIEW

12 inches

More than 4 inches

AIR CONDITIONER INSTALLATION

WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

• Hot sun rays hitting the outside surface of the cabinet will create considerable heat load. If the outside of the cabinet is exposed to direct sunlight,

(min) /16”

15-

to 42-

”

consider building an awning to shade the cabinet while providing ample area for the heated air to be exhausted from the condenser (both sides) and the top.

This unit is designed for installation in standard double hung windows.

NOTE The unit may also be installed “through the wall”. Y ou should, however, observe standard carpentry practices and frame the opening without violating local ordinances.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURES

1 Remove the rear cabinet screws and save for later use. 2 Slide the chassis out from the cabinet.

CABINET INSTALLATION

1 Cut the “Sealing Ribbon”

to the proper length, and attach it along the bottom edge of the bottom window sash.

2 To prevent condensation

water from dripping inside, the cabinet should be installed level or very slightly tilted to the outside.

3 Secure the cabinet using screws.

Type A screw

Type B screws

Window sill

Type A screws

Window sash foam seal

Window sash sealing ribbon

Inside of sash

Top angle

Expandable panel

Outside of sash Window sash

Sealing ribbon

HOW TO ASSEMBLE THE EXPANDABLE PANELS

Top angle

Top sealing ribbon (To be attached to the top angle)

Type B screws

NOTE This procedure applies to left and right of assembling expandable panel.

Expandable panel

Side sealing ribbon (To be attached to the expandable panel)

Type C screws

• Attach the top angle to the cabinet using screw type B (3 pcs).

• Insert expandable panels to cabinet sides as shown.

• Secure the first fold of expansion panel to cabinet using screw type C (3 each).

• Expand the expandable panel fully into the grooves of the window frame, secure the expandable panel, left, right and top mounting frames to the bottom of the window sash using 4 screws type A and 2 screws type B.

• Secure the cabinet using wood screws type A.

• Cut the window sash foam seal to the proper size and seal the opening between the top of the inside window sash and the outside window sash.

NOTE If a gap exists between the unit and window sash, you may use “Sealer” supplied with the installation kit for a better seal.

CHASSIS INSTALLATION INTO THE CABINET

1 Slide the chassis into the cabinet. 2 Reinstall the cabinet screws.

Secure the cabinet to chassis by using screws (from rear cabinet).

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