Perfect Aire 12.000 BTU User Manual

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CONTENTS

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner
properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time
and money over the life of your air conditioner. You'll find many answers to common
problems in the chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting
Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

Contact the authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.
Contact an installer for installation of this unit if necessary.
The air conditioner is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons
without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the air
conditioner.
If the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work shall be performed by
authorized personnel only.
Installation work must be performed in accordance with the national wiring
standards.

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1. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..................................................................2

2. IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................................4

3. NORMAL SOUNDS ...........................................................................5

4. AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES .......................................................5

5. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS......................................................9

6. CARE AND CLEANING ....................................................................22

7. TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS...............................................................23

All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purpose only. Your air
conditioner may be slightly different. The actual shape shall prevail.

NOTE:

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

To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions
must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or
damage. The seriousness is classified by the following indications.

Safety Precautions

This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.

Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.

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WARNING

Always do this.

Never do this.

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CAUTION

This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.

Plug in power plug
properly.

Do not modify power cord
length or share the outlet
with other appliances.

Always ensure effective
grounding.

Unplug the unit if strange
sounds, smell, or smoke
comes from it.

Keep firearms away.

Ventilate room before operating air
conditioner if there is a gas leakage from
another appliance.

Otherwise, it may cause electric
shock or fire due to excess heat
generation.

It may cause electric shock or
fire due to heat generation.

Incorrect grounding may cause
electric shock.

It may cause fire and electric
shock.

It may cause fire.

It may cause explosion, fire and, burns.

It may cause electric shock or fire
due to heat generation.

It may cause electric shock.

It may cause failure of machine
or electric shock.

It may cause fire and electric
shock.

It may cause fire and electric
shock.

It may cause electric shock or fire.
If the power cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufac­ turer or an authorized service
center or a similarly qualified per­ son in order to avoid a hazard.

This could damage your health.

Incorrect installation may cause
fire and electric shock.

It may cause electric shock.

It may cause an explosion or fire.

It may cause failure and electric shock.

Do not operate or stop the unit
by inserting or pulling out the
power plug directly from the wall.

Do not operate with wet
hands or in damp
environment.

Do not allow water to run
into electric parts.

Do not use the socket if it is
loose or damaged.

Do not use the power cord
close to heating appliances.

Do not damage or use an
unspecified power cord.

Do not direct airflow at
room occupants only.

Always install circuit
breaker and a dedicated
power circuit.

Do not open the unit
during operation.

Do not use the power cord near
flammable gas or combustibles, such
as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc.

Do not disassemble or modify, or drill
holes into the air conditioner.

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CAUTION

When the air filter is to be
removed, do not touch the
metal parts of the unit.

It may cause an injury.

Do not clean unit when
power is on as it may cause
fire and electric shock, it may
cause an injury.

Operation with windows
opened may cause
moisture to enter the room.

When the unit is to be
cleaned, switch off, and turn
off the circuit breaker.

Stop operation and close
the window in severe
storms or hurricanes.

Use caution when unpacking and
installing. Sharp edges could cause injury.

Do not clean the air
conditioner with water.

Water may enter the unit and
degrade the insulation. It may
cause an electric shock.

This could injure the pet or
plant.

It may cause electric shock
and damage.

Do not put a pet or house
plant where it will be
exposed to direct air flow.

Hold the plug by the head
of the power plug when
taking it out.

Ventilate the room well when
used together with a stove,
etc.

An oxygen shortage may occur.

Do not use this air conditioner to
preserve precision devices, food,
pets, plants, and art objects.
It may cause deterioration of
quality, etc.

It may cause failure of product
or fire.

Do not use for special
purposes.

Turn off the main power
switch when not using the
unit for a long time.

If water enters the unit, turn the unit off at the power
outlet and switch off the circuit breaker. Isolate
supply by taking the power-plug out and contact a
qualified service technician.

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It may cause failure of
appliance or accident.

Appearance may be
deteriorated due to change
of product color or
scratching of its surface.

Do not place obstacles
around air-inlets or inside
of air-outlet.

Do not use strong deter­gent such as wax or
thinner but use a soft cloth.

If bracket is damaged, there
is concern of damage due to
falling of unit.

There is danger of fire or
electric shock.

Ensure that the installation bracket of
the outdoor appliance is not damaged
due to prolonged exposure.

Do not place heavy object on the
power cord and ensure that the cord
is not compressed.

Operation without filters may
cause failure.

It contains contaminants and
could make you sick.

Always insert the filters
securely. Clean filter once
every two weeks.

Never drink water drained
from air conditioner.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have
chosen. This information can be found on the serial plate, which
is located on the side of the cabinet and behind the grill.
Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize
shock and fire hazards, proper grounding is important. The power
cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection
against shock hazards.
Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall
receptacle. If the wall receptacle you intend to use is not adequately
grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker,
have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle.
Ensure the receptacle is accessible after the unit installation.
Do not run air conditioner without side protective cover in place.
This could result in mechanical damage within the air conditioner.

Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

WARNING

For your safety

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an
adaptor plug. Do not remove any prong from the power cord.

WARNING

Electrical Information

NOTE The power supply cord with

this air conditioner contains a current
detection device designed to reduce
the risk of fire.
Please refer to the section Operation
of Current Device for details.
In the event that the power supply
cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by an authorized repairman.

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Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass
the grounding prong.

Power supply cord
with 3-prong grounding plug
and current detection device

Operation of Current Device

The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord. To test your power
supply cord do the following:

1. Plug in the Air Conditioner.

2. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug head.
Press the TEST button, you will notice a click as the RESET
button pops out.

3. Press the RESET button, again you will notice a click as the button
engages.

4. The power supply cord is now supplying electricity to the unit.
(On some products this it also indicated by a light on the plug head.)

NOTES:

Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.
Always make sure the RESET button is pushed in for correct operation.
The power supply must be replaced if it fails to reset when either the TEST button is pushed, or it cannot be
reset. A new one can be obtained from the product manufacturer.
If power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired. It MUST be replaced by an authorized repairman.

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(Applicable )to the unit adopts current detection device only

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NORMAL SOUNDS

AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES

Sound of Rushing Air

At the front of the unit, you may
hear the sound of rushing air
being moved by the fan

High Pitched Chatter

High efficiency compressors
may have a high pitched chatter
during the cooling cycle.

Gurgle/Hiss

Gurgling or hissing noise may
be heard due to refrigerant
passing through evaporator
during normal operation.

Pinging or Switching

Droplets of water hitting condenser
during normal operation may cause
pinging or switching sounds.

Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote as shown below
and all its functions then follow the symbol for the functions you desire. The unit can be controlled

by the unit control alone or with the remote control.

Vibration

Unit may vibrate and make noise
because of poor wall or window
construction or incorrect installation.

ELECTRONIC CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

UNIT CONTROL

Note: Performance may be reduced outside of these operating temperatures.

NOTE:This air conditioner is designed to be operated under condition as follows:

Sleep

Check
Filter

Auto

On/off

Fan

High

Med

Low

Energy

Saver

on

off

Timer

Auto

Fan

Cool

Dry

Mode

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Heat

Cooling operation

Outdoor temp:

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64-109 F(18-43 C)

Indoor temp:

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62-90 F(17-32 C)

Heating operation

Outdoor temp:

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23-75 F(-5-24 C)

Indoor temp:

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32 -80 F(0 -27 C)

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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES(CONTINUED)

TO TURN UNIT ON:

NOTE: The following instructions represent the Unit Controls, the same instructions can be used
for the Remote Control.

TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE
SETTING:

Press the On/Off button.

DO THIS:

Press to raise

DO THIS:

Press to lower

Press or hold either Up( ) or Down ( ) button
until the desired temperature is seen on the
display. This temperature will be automatically
maintained anywhere between 62 F(17 C) and
86 F(30 C). If you want the display to read
the actual room temperature, see To Operate
on Fan Only section on page 7.

NOTE:

TO ADJUST FAN SPEEDS:

Press to select
appropriate fan
speed

DO THIS:

NOTE:

Sleep

Check

Filter

Auto

On/off

Fan

High

Med

Low

on

off

Timer

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Energy

Saver

on

off

Timer

Auto

Fan

Cool

Dry

Mode

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Sleep

Check

Filter

Auto

On/off

Fan

High

Med

Low

on

off

Timer

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

There are Four(4) fan speeds,Auto, Low, Med or
High. Each time the button is pressed, the fan
speed mode is shifted. For some models, the fan
speed cannot be adjusted under HEAT mode.
On Dry mode,the fan speed is controlled at Low
automatically.

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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES(CONTINUED)

TO SELECT THE
OPERATING MODE:

Press the Mode
button.

DO THIS:

TO USE THE ENERGY
SAVER FEATURE:

Press the button

DO THIS:

SLEEP FEATURE:

Press Sleep
button

DO THIS:

Energy

Saver

on

off

Timer

Auto

Fan

Cool

Dry

Mode

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Heat

Energy

Saver

on

off

Timer

Auto

Fan

Cool

Dry

Mode

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Sleep

Check

Filter

Auto

On/off

Fan

High

Med

Low

on

off

Timer

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

To choose operating mode, press the Mode button.
Each time you press the button, a mode is selected
in a sequence that goes from Auto, Cool,Heat, Dry ,
and Fan. The indicator light beside will be illuminated
and remain on once the mode is selected.

NOTE:

To operate on Auto feature:

In this mode, the fan speed cannot be adjusted, it
starts automatically at a speed according to the
room temperature.

To operate on Fan Only:

Use this function only when cooling is not desired,
such as for room air circulation or to exhaust stale
air(on some models). (Remember to open the vent
during this function, but keep it closed during
cooling for maximum cooling efficiency.) You can
choose any fan speed you prefer.
During this function, the display will show the actual
room temperature, not the set temperature as in the
cooling mode.

This function is available on COOL mode.The fan
will continue to run for 3 minutes after the compressor
shuts off.The fan then cycles on for 2 minutes at 10
minute intervals until the room temperature is above
the set temperature, at which time the compressor
turns back on and cooling starts.

NOTE:

To operate on Dry mode:

In this mode, the air conditioner will generally
operate in the form of a dehumidifier. Since the
conditioned space is a closed or sealed area, some
degree of cooling will continue.

When you set the air conditioner in AUTO mode, it will
automatically select cooling, heating(cooling only models
without), or fan only operation depending on what
temperature you have selected and the room temperature.
The air conditioner will control room temperature
automatically around the temperature point set by you.

In Fan only mode ,the temperature is not adjusted.

In this mode the selected temperature will increase(cooling)

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or decrease(heating) by 2 F/1 C 30 minutes after the
mode is selected.The temperature will then increase(cooling)

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or decrease(heating) by another 2 F/1 C after an
additional 30 minutes. This new temperature will be
maintained for 6 hours before it returns to the originally
selected temperature. This ends the Sleep mode and the unit
will continue to operate as originally programmed. The Sleep
mode program can be cancelled at any time during operation
by again pressing the Sleep button.

NOTE:

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TIMER: AUTO START/
STOP FEATURE:

Press Timer
button

DO THIS:

AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES(CONTINUED)

CHECK FILTER FEATURE:

Press Check
Filter button

DO THIS:

Energy

Saver

on

off

Timer

Auto

Fan

Cool

Dry

Mode

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Sleep

Check

Filter

Follow

Me

Auto

On/off

Fan

High

Med

Low

on

off

Timer

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Clean

Air

This feature is a reminder to clean the Air Filter for
more efficient operation. The LED(light) will illumi­ nate after 250 hours of operation. To reset after
cleaning the filter, press the Check Filter button and
the light will go off.

NOTE:

NOTE:

- When the unit is on or off, first press the Timer button,
the TIMER ON indicator light illuminates. It indicates
the Auto Start program is initiated.

- When the time of TIMER ON is displayed

- Press or hold the UP or DOWN button to change the
Auto time by 0.5 hour increments, up to 10 hours,then
at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The control will
count down the time remaining until start.

- The selected time will register for 5 seconds, and the
system will automatically revert back to display the
previous temperature setting or room temperature when
the unit is on.(When the unit is off,there is no display.)

- Turning the unit ON or OFF at any time or adjusting
the timer setting to 0.0 will cancel the Auto Start/Stop
timed program.

,press the
Timer button again, the TIMER OFF indicator light
illuminates. It indicates the Auto Stop program is
initiated.

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Shows the set temperature in C or F and the
Auto-timer settings.While on Fan only mode,it shows
the room temperature.

DISPLAYS:

-Evaporator temperature sensor error-Unplug the
unit and plug it back in. If error repeats, call for
service.
NOTE: is displayed as shown in the left picture.
HS -Electric heating sensor error-Unplug the unit and
plug it back in. If error repeats, call for service.

Error codes:
AS-Room temperature sensor error-Unplug the unit

and plug it back in. If error repeats, call for service.
NOTE: In Fan only mode, it will display LO or HI .

Energy

Saver

on

off

Timer

Auto

Fan

Cool

Dry

Mode

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Displays

DISPLAYS: