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USER’S MANUAL
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Split - type Air Conditioner
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Contents
PREPARATION
Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................... 3
Name of Each Part ......................................................................................................... 8
Remote Control – Buttons and Display ............................................................... 10
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries ............................................................... 10
Getting Started ............................................................................................................... 11
OPERATION
Selecting Auto Mode ................................................................................................... 12
Selecting Cool Mode .................................................................................................... 13
Selecting Heat Mode ................................................................................................... 14
Selecting Dry Mode ...................................................................................................... 15
Selecting Fan Mode ...................................................................................................... 16
Selecting the Turbo Function ................................................................................... 16
Selecting the Energy Saving Function ................................................................. 17
Selecting Good Morning Mode .............................................................................. 18
Adjusting the Airflow Direction .............................................................................. 20
Selecting Auto Cleaning Function ......................................................................... 21
Setting the On Timer .................................................................................................... 22
Setting the Off Timer ................................................................................................... 23
Selecting Silence Function ........................................................................................ 24
Operating Your Air Conditioner Without the Remote Control .................. 24
Selecting MPI (Micro Plasma Ion) Mode ............................................................. 25
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Cleaning the Air Filter on Your Air Conditioner ................................................ 26
Keeping Filters clean .................................................................................................... 26
Temperature and Humidity Ranges ...................................................................... 27
Operating Recommendations ................................................................................. 28
Solving Common Problems ...................................................................................... 29
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household waste
at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste
disposal, please separate this from other types of waste and recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of
material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local government office,
for details of where and how they can take this item for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
This product should not be mixed with other commercial waste for disposal.
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Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions are provided to protect the users’ safety and prevent property damage.
Make sure to read the followings and use the air conditioner properly.
Keep this user’s manual together with the installation manual in a handy place so that you can find it whenever
you need to see it after reading this manual thoroughly.
WARNING
CAUTION
This indicates the possibility of serious injury or death.
This indicates the possibility of serious injury or damage to environments when
operated incorrectly.
WHEN INSTALLING
Do not install the unit in a
place where it is exposed to
inflammable gas leakage.
Contact the service center
if the air conditioner is
under water.
REGARDING POWER SOURCE
Do not install the outdoor
unit where there’s the risk of
dropping such as on high
outer wall or outside of the
terrace.
Do not connect the ground
to a gas pipe, water pipe,
lightning rod or telephone
earth.
The installation must be carried out
by a licensed installer or qualified
personnel when installing the unit
for the first time or reinstalling it.
Do not pull the electric wire
or touch the power plug with
the wet hands.
Do not bend the electric wire
by force or weigh down the
air conditioner not to be out
of order.
Install the switch and circuit
breaker only for
air conditioner.
Use the power source with
separate wiring only for air
conditioner.
Use the rated current fuse.
If the power plug is
damaged, replace it by the
manufacturer or qualified
personnel to avoid the risk.
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WARNING
DURING OPERATION
Do not attempt to repair,
move, modify or reinstall
the unit on your own. Make
sure that these installations
are carried out by qualified
personnel to avoid electric
shock or fire.
Do not place any obstacles in
front of the unit.
Make sure that the unit is
correctly ventilated at all
times: Do not place clothing
or other materials over it.
Do not insert anything
between the air outlet
blades because the inner fan
may be damaged and could
cause injury. Keep children
away from the unit.
When using a wireless
remote control, the distance
should not be more than
7 meters from the air
conditioner. (If applicable)
The manufacturer declines
any liability for damage
resulting from modifications
or errors in the electrical or
hydraulic connections.
Failure to observe the
installation instruction, or use
of the unit under conditions
other than those indicated in
the table 'Operating limit' of
the unit installation manual,
will immediately invalidate
the unit warranty.
Never spill any kind of liquid
into the unit. Should this
happen, unplug or main
switch off the unit and
contact an authorized
service center.
If the wireless remote
control is not used for
a long time, remove the
batteries. (If applicable)
Do not connect the electric
heater to the air conditioner
or repair it with your
discretion.
Do not place any materials
so that children cannot step
on it.
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WARNING
DISPOSING THE UNIT
Before throwing out the
device, it is necessary to pull
back the battery cells and get
rid of them safely for recycling
reasons.
When you need to dispose of
the unit, consult your dealer.
If pipes are removed
incorrectly, refrigerant may
blow out and come into
contact with your skin, causing
injury. Releasing refrigerant
into the atmosphere also
damages the environments.
Please recycle or dispose
of the packaging material for
this product in an
environmentally responsible
manner.
CAUTION
WHEN INSTALLING
Install the air conditioner
avoiding direct sunlight or
heater, especially water.
Install the outdoor unit so as
to let the discharged air out
properly. Avoid a place that
may disturb your neighbor by
noise.
Install the drain hose to let
the water run safely and
correctly.
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CAUTION
REGARDING POWER SOURCE
Disconnect the circuit breaker
when you don’t use the
air conditioner for a long time
to save energy.
DURING OPERATION
Contact the service center or
manufacturer if you want to
repair the air conditioner.
Contact the service center
after turning off the air
conditioner if strange noise
is heard, burning smell or
smoke blow.
Do not open the front grille
during operation.
Do not use the air conditioner
for a long time in a closed room
or in a place where there’s a
baby or an old person.
Avoid cold and hot air
reaching to person, pet or a
plant directly for a long time.
Do not step on the air
conditioner or put heavy
object on it.
Avoid the water from
getting into the
air conditioner.
Do not drink the water from
the air conditioner.
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CAUTION
DURING OPERATION
Do not touch the pipes
connected to the air
conditioner.
OTHERS
Do not use the air conditioner
to maintain the machine, food,
pet, plant or cosmetics.
Do not give excessive shock
to the air conditioner.
Be sure that the air filter not to
be exposed to direct sunlight.
Turn off the air conditioner
and if the fan stops to operate,
clean the air conditioner.
Clean the air filter every 2 weeks.
Be sure to insert the air filter.
The appliance 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 appliance.
Do not clean the air
conditioner by spraying water
directly or with benzene,
thinner or alcohol.
Dispose of the packaging
material in accordance with
the local requirements.
The maximum input power &
current is measured
according to the IEC standard
and the input power & current
is measured according to the
ISO standard.
The surface of the heat
exchanger is sharp, so be
careful of it when cleaning.
All of the manufacturing and
packaging materials used for your
new appliance are compatible
with the environment and can be
recycled.
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Name of Each Part
The design and shape can be changed according to the model.
Indoor Unit
Air filter
(under the panel)
Airflow blade
Air Inlet
Room
Temperature sensor
Power(On/Off)
button
(outlet)
Timer/Good Morning
mode indicator
AQV
Set temperature &
room temperature
Series AQVVBA Series
VWA
Operation indicator
MPI(Micro Plasma Ion)
mode indicator
Auto cleaning indicator
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Outdoor Unit
Outdoor Unit
Air Outlet
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Air Inlet (Rear)
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AQV24VA
Series
Series
Series
Series
Connection Valve
(Inside)
Air Outlet
Air Inlet (Rear)
Connection Valve
(Inside)
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Remote Control-Buttons and Display
Temperature setting
MPI(Micro Plasma Ion) mode
Fan speed indicator
Battery life indicator
Good Morning mode indicator
Power (On/Off) button
Mode selection button
(Auto, Cool, Dry, Fan, Heat)
Digital
Energy saving button
Time adjustment button
indicator
Swing button
On/Off button
Turbo button
On Timer button
Off Timer button
Airflow direction indicator
Operating mode indicator
(Auto, Cool, Dry, Fan, Heat)
Turbo function indicator
Silence indicator
Energy saving indicator
Remote control
transmission indicator
Off Timer indicator
On Timer indicator
Temperature adjustment
buttons
Fan speed adjustment button
Auto Cleaning button
Silence button
Good Morning button
Timer Set/Cancel button
MPI(Micro Plasma Ion) mode
adjustment button
MPI(Micro Plasma Ion)
On/Off button
Note
Digital On/Off button
If you want to turn on or off the
Display of the indoor unit during
operation, press the
button
on the remote control.
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries
You must insert or replace the remote control batteries when:
Note
1
2
3
You purchase the air conditioner
The remote control does not work correctly
Use two AAA, LR03 1.5V batteries.
Do not use old and new batteries or different kinds of batteries
together.
Insert two batteries correctly as indicated by the + and – symbols.
Remove the battery cover in the rear of the remote control by pushing
it with your thumb.
Insert two batteries, respecting the polarities as indicated by
the + and - symbols.
Close the cover by sliding it back in place.
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Getting Started
The User’s Manual provides you with valuable information about your air conditioner.
In order to take full advantage of the air conditioner’s features, please read this manual
carefully before using.
You have already seen the basic description of the unit on pages from 8 to 10.
Starting with the next page, you will find a series of stepfor each function available.
by-step procedures
The illustrations in the step-by-step procedures use three different symbol
PRESS PUSH HOLD DOWN
s:
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Selecting Auto Mode
You can select Auto mode if you want to cool or heat your room automatically.
You can adjust the temperature in this mode.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
The indoor unit beeps.
2
Press the button on the remote control until Auto is displayed.
Result
The air conditioner changes from Cool or Heat mode
Note You can change modes at any time.
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
: The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
The air conditioner runs in Auto mode.
Auto mode cools or heats the room depending on the set
temperature.
automatically, depending on the current temperature.
3
Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
: Each time you press the button:
Result
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
The fan speed adjusts automatically.
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Selecting Cool Mode
You can select Cool mode if you want to cool your room.
You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed when cooling.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
2
Press the button on the remote control until Cool is displayed.
Result
Note You can change modes at any time.
3
Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:
If the room temperature is higher than the selected
If the room temperature reaches the set temperature, the air
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
: The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
The air conditioner runs in Cool mode.
Each time you press the button:
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
temperature, the air conditioner starts cooling.
conditioner stops cooling, but the fan continues to operate.
4
Press the button to select the fan speed until the required setting is
displayed.
Auto Low Medium High
: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
Result
To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
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Selecting Heat Mode
You can select Heat mode if you want to heat your room.
You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed when heating.
1
2
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
Press the button on the remote control until Heat is displayed.
Result
Note You can change modes at any time.
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
: The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
The air conditioner runs in Heat mode.
3
Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:
If the room temperature reaches the set temperature
The air conditioner starts heating, provided that the room
4
Press the button to select the fan speed until the required setting is
displayed.
Auto Low Medium High
Result
To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
5
Each time you press the button:
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
(selected temperature+5°C), the air conditioner stops
heating,but the fan is still operating.
temperature is lower than the desired temperature
(selected temperature+3°C).
: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
For the first 3~5 minutes, the fan may not operate to prevent
cool air from flowing out of the indoor unit.
This helps to warm the air in your room sufficiently.
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Selecting Dry Mode
Select Dry mode if you want to dehumidify your room.
You can adjust the temperature in this mode.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
2
Press the button on the remote control until Dry is displayed.
Result
Note You can change modes at any time.
3
Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 18°C and 30°C.
Result
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
: The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
The air conditioner runs in the Dry mode.
: Each time you press the button:
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
The air conditioner starts dehumidifying and the fan speed
adjusts automatically.
To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
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Selecting Fan Mode
Select Fan mode if you want to ventilate your room. It helps to refresh
the air in your room. You can adjust the fan speed in this mode.
1
2
3
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
Press the button on the remote control until Fan is displayed.
Result
Note You can change modes at any time.
Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required setting is
displayed.
Low Medium High
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
: The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
The air conditioner runs in Fan mode.
The temperature is set automatically.
: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
Result
To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
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Selecting the Turbo Function
You can select the Turbo Function if you want to cool or heat your room as quickly
as possible. The Turbo function operates for 30 minutes with the maximum settings
before returning automatically to the mode and temperature previously selected.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
2
Press the button.
Result:
After 30 minutes, the air conditioner is reset automatically to
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
The temperature and fan settings are adjusted automatically.
The air conditioner cools or heats the room as quickly as
possible
.
the previous setting.
You can select the Turbo function in Auto, Cool and Heat mode.
If you select this function in Dry or Fan mode, the mode
changes to Auto mode.
3
Press the button again to stop the Turbo Function before the end of the
30-minute period.
Result: The air conditioner is reset automatically to the previous setting.
To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
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Selecting the Energy Saving Function
You can select the Energy Saving Function to save energy when cooling.
The temperature range decreases in order to perform this function.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
2
Press the
Result
Note You can select the Energy saving function only in Cool mode.
3
Press the
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 26°C and 30°C.
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
button.
: The indoor unit beeps.
The air conditioner runs in the Energy saving function.
The outer airflow blade moves up and down.
The airflow direction indicator is displayed automatically.
To stop the Energy saving function, press the
button to adjust the temperature until the required
again.
Note If you want to adjust temperature under 26°C, cancel the Energy
4
Press the
Auto Low Medium High
Result
To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
5
saving function before adjusting the temperature.
to select the fan speed until the required setting is displayed.
: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
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Selecting Good Morning Mode
Good Morning mode helps users to fall asleep well after going to bed whether
being too hot to sleep or being awakened by coldness. The Good Morning mode can
be selected only when the air conditioner is switched on or off in cool/heat mode.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
2
Press the
Result
3
Press the
Result
4
To set the Good Morning Off timer, press the
times until the required Off time is displayed.
Result
button to select cool or heat mode.
: The indoor unit beeps each time you press the
The air conditioner runs in cool or heat mode.
button.
: The timer indicator is displayed.
The Off timer is blinking on the remote control.
: The Good Morning mode will be automatically stopped in
8 hours if the operation time is not set.
You can set the Off timer by pressing the
turn off the Good Morning mode automatically at the
appointed time within a range of 30 minutes to 12 hours.
Each time the
increased by 30 minutes or 1 hour. Good Morning mode will
be stopped at the appointed off time.
button.
buttons once or more
buttons to
buttons are pressed, the time is
5
Press the
Result
Note
6
Press the
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result
button.
: The remaining time is displayed.
In the case of selecting Good Morning mode or adjusting the extra
time for Good Morning mode, you should press the
within 10 seconds. If you do not press the
10 seconds, Good Morning mode will be canceled automatically.
button to adjust the temperature until the desired
: Each time you press the
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
button;
button within
button
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In cool mode
Good Morning mode keeps the skin temperature at the best during the 3 stages
such as, Falling Asleep Stage Sound Sleep Stage Wake Up Stage in order.
Falling Asleep Stage :
This stage supports the environment to quickly cool down. Together with
comfortable intermittent air, you will be able to fall asleep quickly.
Sound Sleep Stage :
This stage helps users to take deep sleep and keep the healthy skin by
controlling wavy temperature control and insensible air stream.
Wake Up Stage :
This stage supports comfortable intermittent air to the room to raise human
body temperature for refreshing wake up.
Temp.
Set temperature
The above temperature graph might be indicated differently from the
temperature indicator of indoor unit depending on the user’s location.
When the set time is over 8 hours,
this section will be repeated.
Tim
e(hr.)
The recommended temperature is set between 25°C and 27°C, and 26°C is
the most ideal temperature for comfortable sleep.
Airflow blades (left and right swing) and fan speed are controlled automatically
as the above 3 stages in Good Morning mode.
Set Off timer in Good Morning mode over 5 hours. You feel disturbed sleep
if the Good Morning is set too short or long because the basic off timer is set for
8 hours.
If the Good Morning mode is set less than 4 hours, the operation will be stopped
after the set time. If the Good Morning mode is set over 5 hours, it will run as
Wake Up stage for the last one hour before stop.
In heat mode
The temperature decreases by 1°C every hour. After a decrease of 2°C,
the temperature is maintained.
You can set the airflow blades (left and right swing) and fan speed separately
during Good Morning mode.
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Adjusting the Airfl ow Direction
Adjust the airflow direction to circulate the air according to various needs. By adjusting the airflow direction,
the efficiency of the air conditioner can be increased.
Adjusting the Airfl ow Direction Vertically
You can adjust the airflow direction vertically. The outer airflow
blade moves up and down to increase the efficiency of the cooling
or heating operation.
1
Press the button until the required direction is set.
Result: The outer blade is adjusted vertically.
2
Press the button again to move the blade up and down
automatically during operation.
3
Press the button again to stop the blade moving up and down.
Note
If you turn the air conditioner... Then the blade...
Off is closed completely.
On set to the default position.
Adjusting the Airfl ow Direction Horizontally
You can adjust airflow direction horizontally manually.
The inner blades with small fins move the air in the desired direction.
Adjust the inner blades by moving them left or right.
1
Make sure do not touch the inner blades during operation.
It may cause injury on your fingers.
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Selecting the Auto Cleaning Function
You can select the Auto Cleaning Function if you want to sterilize the
air conditioner or remove mold. You can set this function even when the
air conditioner is turned off.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
Press the button.
2
Result
When the air conditioner
is turned Mode Operating time
On
Off 30 minutes
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
:
The indicator on the indoor unit lights up and the Auto
Cleaning function is set.
When you turn the air conditioner off, it operates the Auto
Cleaning function for 30 minutes.
After 30 minutes, the air conditioner turns off.
If you press the button when the air conditioner is turned
off, the air conditioner operates the Auto Cleaning Function for
30 minutes.
Auto, Cool, Dry 30 minutes
Heat, Fan 15 minutes
Remote Control
Note The Auto Cleaning indicator is displayed only on the indoor unit.
Press the button again to stop the Auto cleaning function before the end
3
of the 30-minute period.
Control Panel
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Setting the On Timer
You can set the On Timer to turn on the air conditioner automatically at
the appointed time within a range of 30 minutes to 24 hours.
1
Press the button .
2
Press the or buttons until the desired time is displayed to set
the On Timer. You can set the time between 0.5 hour and 24 hours.
3
Press the button to complete the setting.
Result
: The remaining time is displayed.
The timer indicator stops blinking.
The selected mode and the temperature on the display
disappear after 10 seconds.
The air conditioner turns on automatically at the appointed
time and the On Timer setting disappears.
4
Press the button until the desired mode is displayed at the top of
the remote control to select the mode in advance.
Result
: The air conditioner operates in the selected mode when it is
turned on.
Note
The most recently used function is set between On and Off Timer
to turn on/off the air conditioner and Good Morning mode.
On Timer of MPI mode cannot be set out separately.
To Cancel the On Timer
1
Press the button to cancel the On Timer.
Note
If you press the button, both the On Timer and
the Off Timer are canceled.
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Setting the Off Timer
You can set the Off Timer to turn off the air conditioner automatically at
the appointed time within a range of 30 minutes to 24 hours.
1
Press the button .
2
Press the or buttons until the desired time is displayed to set
the Off Timer. You can set the time between 0.5 hour and 24 hours.
3
Press the button to complete the setting.
Result
: The remaining time is displayed.
Example If you would like to turn the air conditioner on after 2 hours
Note
The timer indicator stops blinking.
The air conditioner turns off automatically at the appointed
time and the Off Timer setting disappears.
and to operate it for 2 hours during non-operation:
1. Press the button.
2. Press the or buttons until ‘2.0 Hr’is displayed.
3. Press the button.
4. Press the button.
5. Press the or buttons until ‘4.0 Hr’is displayed.
6. Press the button.
If you would like to turn on the air conditioner and then to turn
off it automatically at the appointed time by using On/Off Timer
during operation, you should set the On Timer longer than the
Off Timer.
Caution Make sure that the air conditioner will not continue to run
after On Timer setting is confirmed.
Note
You can check or change the mode and/or the temperature
by pressing the
the Off Timer.
The most recently used function is set between On and Off Timer
to turn on/off the air conditioner and Good Morning mode.
Off Timer of MPI mode cannot be set out separately.
If you would like to turn off the air conditioner and then to
button or the button after setting
turn on it again automatically at the appointed time by using
On/Off Timer during non-operation, you should set the
Off Timer longer than the On Timer.
To Cancel the Off Timer
1
Press the button to cancel the Off Timer.
Note
If you press the button, both the On Timer and
the Off Timer are canceled.
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Selecting Silence Function
Silence function makes the noise much quieter during the operation of the
indoor unit.
The silence function is set only in cool and heat mode.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result
: The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
Press the button.
2
Note By Pressing the button again, the silence function is canceled.
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
Operating Your Air Conditioner Without the Remote Control
You can operate your air conditioner directly without the remote control.
To turn the air conditioner on, press the ON/OFF switch on the right
1
side of the indoor unit.
Result:
To turn the air conditioner off, press the On/Off button again.
2
Note Even if you turned the air conditioner on with the On/Off button,
The Operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
The indoor unit beeps.
The air conditioner starts up in the appropriate mode for the
room temperature. The air conditioner changes the Cool or
Heat mode automatically depending on the current
temperature during operation.
Room Temperature Operating Mode
Lower than 24°C Heating
Higher than 24°C Cooling
you can control it with the remote control.
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Selecting MPI (Micro Plasma Ion) Mode
The Micro Plasma Ion mode creates strong purified zone by decomposing
harmful particles in the behavior of active hydrogen(H) and oxygen ion(O₂).
The MPI mode can be selected whether the air conditioner is turned on or not.
Press the button.
1
The air conditioner starts up in MPI-Auto mode automatically.
The MPI mode also runs when the air conditioner is turned on.
By pressing the
Press the to select the MPI operation types.
2
Whenever press the
button again, the MPI mode is canceled.
button, Auto, Silence and Rapid will appear
repeatedly.
Auto: Controls the fan speed automatically
Silence: Purifies the indoor air with silence
Rapid: Purifies the indoor air quickly
Note
If MPI mode is turned on when the air conditioner runs,
- You cannot select the MPI operation types by pressing
button. The MPI mode runs only in Auto.
the
- The MPI mode will also stop by pressing the
the panel.
Power
button of
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Front panel
Cleaning Air Filter on Your Air Conditioner
For the best use of your air conditioner, you must clean it every 2 weeks
regularly to remove the dust that accumulates on the air filter.
CAUTION
1
2
3
4
Before cleaning your air conditioner, ensure that you have
switched off the breaker used for the unit.
Open the front panel by pulling tabs on the lower right and left sides of the
indoor unit.
Detach the front panel by pulling it forwards.
Hold the edge of the air filter under the front panel and pull to release.
Remove all dust on the air filter with a vacuum cleaner or brush.
Body
Front panel
Deodorizing Filter
Body groove
Air filter
Hook
Keeping Filters clean
When you finish, insert the top of the filter into the slot and fix it to
5
5 tabs or
Clean the front panel with a damp cloth and mild detergent
6
(do NOT use benzene, solvents or other chemicals).
Reassemble the air filter and the front panel.
7
Note
If you have not used the air conditioner for a while, select the Fan
3 tabs of the grille.
mode for 3 to 4 hours to dry the inside of the air conditioner.
Cleaning Anti-allergy Filter
Anti-allergy filter protects you from allergy-causing particles, even if you raise
pets at home.
Open the upper front panel by pulling the lower right and left tabs of the
1
panel.
Detach the anti-allergy filter(sky blue) by pulling it forwards.
2
Front panel
Anti-allergy Filter
Hook
Wash the filter with clean water.
3
Make sure not to rub the filter when washing.
Dry it in the shade, and then insert it in its place.
4
Avoid direct sunlight when dry the anti-allergy filter. If not, it may cause
variation.
Close the front panel.
5
Note
You should clean the filters every 3 months even if the cleaning
period might be different depending on how long and where
you are using.
The filter function is not affected even if deodorizing filter and
anti-allergy filter are inverted.
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Replacing Deodorizing Filter
Activated carbon is incorporated in the Deodorizing filter, efficiently absorbing
cigarette smoke, pet odors and other unpleasant smells.
Open the upper front panel by pulling the lower right and left tabs of the
1
panel.
Detach the deodorizing filter(black) by pulling it forwards.
2
Replace the deodorizing filter with a new one into the slot.
3
Use the deodorizing filter you purchased after removing the vinyl wrap.
Close the front panel.
4
Note
You should clean the filters every year even if the replacing
period might be different depending on how long and where
you are using.
You can purchase deodorizing filter at the customer care
center.
The filter function is not affected even if deodorizing filter and
anti-allergy filter are inverted.
Anti-allergy Filter
Deodorizing Filter
Front panel
Hook
Temperature and Humidity Ranges
If you check the following tables, you can use your air conditioner more efficiently.
If the air conditioner is used at... Then...
Heating capacity The air conditioner may stop operating for the reason of protection.
Low temperatures Water may leak and some malfunction may occur if the heat exchanger freezes.
Protection mechanism
Operation
Heating
Cooling
Dehumidifying
If the outdoor temperature is as low as 0°C, the heating capacity drops up to 70~80% depending on
the operating condition.
If you use the air conditioner in temperatures over 32°C (indoor temperature), the cooling capacity may drop.
Water may condense and drip from the surface of the indoor unit if you don’t use
the air conditioner for an extended period of time.
Outdoor Temperature Indoor Temperature Indoor Humidity
-15°C to 24°C approx. 27°C or less
-10°C to 43°C approx. 16°C to 32°C approx.
-10°C to 43°C approx. 16°C to 32°C approx.
80% or less
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Operating Recommendations
When you use your air conditioner, it is recommended that you read the following:
Topic Recommendation
Heating capacity
Warm air circulation The air conditioner circulates warm air to heat your room. It will take some time to warm
Frost
High indoor and
outdoor temperatures
Power failure If a power failure occurs when the air conditioner is operating, the air conditioner will turn off.
Protection mechanism When the air conditioner is started immediately after being plugged in or stopped,
The heat pump inside the air conditioner absorbs heat from outside air and brings itindoors.
If the temperature of the outside air drops, the air conditioner heats less. If the room is not warm
enough, use an additional heating appliance.
the air in your room entirely after the air conditioner turns on.
Therefore, turn the air conditioner on in advance.
When you select the Heat mode, frost may form in the outdoor unit due to low temperature
and high humidity.
If this happens:
The heating operation is stopped.
The air conditioner defrosts automatically for about 7 minutes. After about 7 minutes,
the air conditioner starts operating again normally.
If both the indoor and outdoor temperatures are high when you select the Heat mode,
the fan and the compressor of the outdoor unit may stop periodically.
This is normal; wait until the air conditioner turns on again.
When the power returns, the air conditioner will start up again automatically.
the normal operation starts up after 3 minutes for the reason of protection.
Cooling operation The indoor unit may not get the selected fan speed such as Medium and Low under cooling
operation at very low outdoor temperatures for the protection of the indoor unit from ice
or frost.
During Low fan speed operation, cooling performance will be reduced.
If the room does not be cooled down when using Low fan speed operation, please adjust the
indoor unit’s fan speed.
Silence Mode When you operate Silence Mode in cooling and heating, fan speed will decrease to make
noise quieter.
As a result, the performance of the unit may be reduced.
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Solving Common Problems
Before contacting the after-sales service, perform the following simple checks.
They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call.
Problem Explanation/Solution
The air conditioner does not
operate at all.
The temperature is not adjusted.
The air conditioner does not operate
in the HEAT mode.
The cool(warm) air does not come
out from the air conditioner.
Check if power is on and operate the air conditioner again.
Check if the circuit breaker is switched off.
Check if Off Timer is set.
Check if you selected the Fan mode.
Check if the air conditioner is cooling only model.
Check if the remote control is for cooling only model.
Check if set temperature higher(lower) than current temperature.
Check if you selected the Fan mode. Select the Cool, Heat, Auto or Dry
mode.
Check if the air filter is blocked by dirt. Clean the air filter regularly.
Check if the there is cover on the outdoor unit or any obstacle.
Remove the cover or obstacle.
Check if you installed the air conditioner under direct sunlight.
The window or door may be opened.
Check if you turn on the air conditioner just now.
It takes about 3 minutes to cool or heat the room.
Check if the drain pipe is too long.
The fan speed is not adjusted.
The remote control does
not operate.
The Timer is not set.
Odor is permeated in the
room during operation.
The indoor unit indicator
flashes.
Strange sound is heard from
the air conditioner.
Water drops from the outdoor
unit connection part.
In Auto or Dry mode, the fan speed is selected automatically.
Check if the battery is discharged. Replace the battery.
Check if the remote control sensor is blocked.
Check if the air conditioner is placed near strong light.
Check if you pressed the button after selecting time.
Check if you use the air conditioner in smoky area or there is a smell.
Ventilate the room or select the Fan mode for 1~2 hours.
Press the button to turn on the air conditioner again.
Switch the circuit breaker off and switch on it again.
The sound is heard when the refrigerant gas flow is changed depending
on the use of the air conditioner.
When you press the button, noise may be heard that the
air conditioner sense the airflow blade.
Water may form due to the difference of the temperature.
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