Perfect Aire 4PMC5000 User Manual

5,000 BTU

WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER

USER MANUAL

FOR MODEL:

COMFORT...BUILT TO LAST

4PMC5000

Before using your window air conditioner, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference, along with your receipt.

CONTENTSCONTENTS

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................. 2–3

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

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

AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES..........................................................................6

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................................7

–10

CARE AND CLEANING.......................................................................................11

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS................................................................................12

This manual provides the information needed for proper use and maintenance of this air conditioner. Basic preventative care can help extend the life of this unit. The “Troubleshooting Tips” section in this manual contains a chart with solutions to the most common problems. Referring to this section may save time and prevent the need for a service call in the event of a problem.

CAUTION

● Contact an 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 without supervision.

Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the air conditioner.

● Disabled persons may require assistance with set up.

● If the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work should be performed by authorized

personnel only.

● Installation and repair work must be performed in accordance with the national wiring standards by authorized personnel only.

● Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry room.

NOTE: All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only. Unit purchased may be slightly different.

The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Contact customer service for details.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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.

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WARNING

CAUTION

This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.

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

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

Plug in power plug properly.

Failure to do so may cause

electric shock or fire due to

excess heat generation

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

Doing so may cause electric

shock or fire due to heat

generation.

Always ensure effective grounding.

Never do this.

Always do this.

! !

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

Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation.

Do not operate with wet hands or in damp environment.

Doing so may cause electric shock.

Do not allow water to run into electric parts.

WARNIN

Do not use a damaged power cord.

Doing so may cause electric shock

or fire. If the power cord is

damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorized service center or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

Do not direct airﬂow directly at

room occupants.

This could cause health issues.

Always install circuit breaker and a dedicated power circuit.

Incorrect grounding may cause

electric shock.

Always unplug the unit if strange sounds, smell or smoke comes from the unit.

Failure to do so may cause fire

and electric shock.

Do not use firearms near unit.

Doing so may cause fire.

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

Failure to do so may cause explosion,

fire and burns.

Doing so may cause failure of machine or electric shock.

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

Doing so may cause fire and electric shock.

Do not use the power cord close to heating appliances.

Doing so may cause fire and electric shock.

Incorrect installation may cause fire

and electric shock.

Do not open the unit during operation.

Doing so may cause electric shock.

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

Doing so may cause failure and electric shock.

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

Doing so may cause an explosion or fire.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED)

CAUTION

When removing air filter, do not touch metal parts of the unit.

Doing so may cause an injury.

Unit and circuit breaker/fuse must be switched OFF when cleaning.

Cleaning unit when power is ON

may cause fire and electric shock

and may cause an injury.

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

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

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

Obstacles may cause appliance failure or accident.

Do not clean with water.

Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation causing an

electric shock.

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

This could injure the pet or plant.

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

Failure to do so may cause electric

shock and damage.

Periodically check installation bracket for damage.

Prolonged exposure to outdoor elements may cause damage to

installation bracket causing unit to

fall.

Ensure proper ventilation especially in rooms with a stove or other appliances.

Failure to do so may result in an oxygen shortage.

Use only as intended.

This unit is NOT intended to

preserve precision devices, food, pets, plants, and art objects. It may cause deterioration of quality, etc.

If unit will not be used for a long period of time, turn OFF main power switch.

Leaving power on may cause unit failure or fire.

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

Operation without secured filters may cause failure. A dirty filter can cause the unit to not run

efficiently.

Use only a soft cloth to clean the unit.

Cleaners or detergents may change the color or scratch the surface of the unit.

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

There is danger of fire or electric shock.

Use caution when unpacking and installing.

Sharp edges could cause injury.

NEVER drink water drained from air conditioner.

Water from unit contains contaminants and could cause illness.

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 serviced technician.

There is danger of electric shock.

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