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This product has been determined to be in compliance with the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC), and the Electromagnetic
Compatibility Directive (2004/108/EEC) of the European Union.
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be
disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste
disposal, please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them 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 these items for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract. This product and its electronic accessories
should not be mixed with other commercial wastes 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.
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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
DISPOSINGTHE 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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
You must insert or replace the remote control batteries when:
Note
1
2
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.
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Close the cover by sliding it back in place.
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Correct disposal of batteries in this product
(Applicable in the European Union and other European countries with separate battery return systems.)
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not be disposed of
with other household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the chemical symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate
that the battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference levels in EC Directive 2006/66. If batteries are
not properly disposed of, these substances can cause harm to human health or the environment.
To protect natural resources and to promote material reuse, please separate batteries from other types of waste and
recycle them through your local, free battery return system.
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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
PRESSPUSHHOLD DOWN
s:
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Selecting Auto Mode
The room temperature and the fan speed are controlled automatically in Auto mode.
Press (ON/OFF) button.
1
Result
: The air-conditioner will turn on with the mode selected when the
unit was last used.
Caution
To select Auto mode, press button until Auto appears on the remote
2
control display.
Result
Auto mode cools or heats the room depending on the set tem-
The air-conditioner has a built-in protection mechanism to prevent the
unit from being damaged when it is started immediately after being:
Plugged in
Stopped
The air-conditioner will start up after three minutes.
: The air-conditioner will run in Auto mode.
perature.
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3
To adjust the temperature, press button to set the desired
temperature. The temperature can be set between 18°C(65°F) and 30°C(86°F).
Result
: The temperature is adjusted by 1°C(1°F) when
button is pressed.
4
To adjust the airflow direction refer to page 18~19.
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Selecting Cool Mode
Select Cool mode to lower the room temperature.
1
Press (ON/OFF) button.
Result
: The air-conditioner will turn on with the mode selected when
the unit was last used.
Caution
To select Cool mode, press button until Cool appears on the remote
2
control display.
Result
3
To adjust the temperature, press button to set the desired
temperature. The temperature can be set between 18°C(65°F) and 30°C(86°F).
Result: The temperature is adjusted by 1°C(1°F) when
4
Press button to select the fan speed until the required setting is
displayed.
The air-conditioner has a built-in protection mechanism to prevent
the unit from being damaged when it is started immediately after
being:
Plugged in
Stopped
The air-conditioner will start up after three minutes.
: The air-conditioner will run in Cool mode.
button is pressed.
Automatic
Low
Medium
High
(rotated : )
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To adjust the airflow direction refer to page 18~19.
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Selecting Heat Mode
The Heat mode can be select only on the heat pump models.
Press (ON/OFF) button.
1
Result
: The air-conditioner will turn on with the mode selected when
the unit was last used.
Caution
To select Heat mode, press button until Heat appears on the remote
2
control display.
Result
3
To adjust the temperature, press button to set the desired
temperature. The temperature can be set between
16°C(61°F) and 30°C(86°F).
Result
The air-conditioner has a built-in protection mechanism to prevent
the unit from being damaged when it is started immediately after
being:
Plugged in
Stopped
The air-conditioner will start up after three minutes.
: The air-conditioner will run in Heat mode.
: The temperature is adjusted by 1°C(1°F) when
button is pressed.
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4
Press button to select the fan speed until the required setting is
displayed.
5
To adjust the airflow direction refer to page 18~19.
Automatic
Low
Medium
High
(rotated : )
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Selecting Dry Mode
Select Dry mode if the room is too humid. Using this mode will slightly lower the
room temperature.
1
Press (ON/OFF) button.
Result
: The air-conditioner will turn on with the mode selected when
the unit was last used.
Caution
To select Dry mode, press button until Dry appears on the remote
2
control display.
Result
3
To adjust the temperature, press button to set the desired
temperature. The temperature can be set between
18°C(65°F) and 30°C(86°F)
Result
The fan speed is adjusted automatically in Dry mode.
4
To adjust the airflow direction refer to page 18~19.
The air-conditioner has a built-in protection mechanism to prevent the
unit from being damaged when it is started immediately after being:
Plugged in
Stopped
The air-conditioner will start up after three minutes.
: The air-conditioner will run in Dry mode.
.
: The temperature is adjusted by 1°C(1°F) when
button is pressed.
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Selecting Fan Mode
Select Fan mode to circulate air without changing the temperature.
Press (ON/OFF) button.
1
Result
: The air-conditioner will turn on with the mode selected when the
unit was last used.
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Caution
To select Fan mode, press
2
display.
Result
3
Press button to select the fan speed until the required setting is
displayed.
4
To adjust the airflow direction refer to page 18~19.
The air-conditioner has a built-in protection mechanism to prevent the
unit from being damaged when it is started immediately after being:
Plugged in
Stopped
The air-conditioner will start up after three minutes.
button until Fan appears on the remote control
: The air-conditioner will run in Fan mode.
Low
Medium
High
Note
If you are not using air conditioner for an extended time maintain the
unit after it was in Fan mode for 3 to 4 hours. Having inside unit in dry is
a good way to keep it.
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Adjusting the Airflow Direction Vertically
The airflow direction can be adjusted up and down. This function provides cold air to
even the corner of indoor areas.
Press button.
1
Result
: The blade moves vertically.
2
To stop moving the blade, press button.
Note To set the required position, press button when the blade is
in the required position.
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Adjusting the Airflow 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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Setting the On Timer
The On Timer enables you to turn on the air conditioner automatically at the
appointed time within a range of 30 minutes to 24 hours.
Press button.
1
Result
Press button to set until the desired time is displayed.
2
Result
3
Press button to complete setting.
Result
If you don’t press button in 10 seconds, setting will be
To cancel the set, press again.
:
is blinking on the remote control display.
: Time is adjusted for 30 minutes or 1-hour increments pressing
button within a range of 30 minutes to 24 hours.
: Blinking
canceled.
stops and remaining time is displayed.
4
Press button until the desired mode appears on the remote control
display.
: The air conditioner runs in the selected mode when it is
Result
Whenever pressing button, Auto Cool Dry Fan
5
To adjust the temperature, press button to set the desired temperature.
Result
Adjusting temperature is in Auto, Cool, Dry and Heat mode.
turned on.
Heat is selected repeatedly.
: Press button until the desired temperature appears
on the remote control display.
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Setting the Off Timer
The Off Timer enables you to turn on the air conditioner automatically at the appointed
time within a range of 30 minutes to 24 hours.
Press button.
1
:
Result
Press button to set until the desired time is displayed.
2
Result: Time is adjusted for 30 minutes or 1-hour increments pressing
3
Press button to complete setting.
: Blinking
Result
If you don’t press button in 10 seconds, setting will be
To cancel the set, press again.
is blinking on the remote control display.
button within a range of 30 minutes to 24 hours.
stops and remaining time is displayed.
canceled.
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Note
If you would like to turn off the air conditioner and then to turn on
it again automatically at the appointed time by using On/Off Timer,
you should set Off Timer longer than On Timer.
If you press button when On and Off Timer are set at once,
both settings will be canceled.
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Operating Your Air Conditioner Without the Remote Control
Your air conditioner can be operated directly from the indoor unit if
the remote control is lost or broken.
To switch the air conditioner on, press the ON/OFF switch on the right
1
side of the indoor unit.
Result:
To switch the air conditioner off, press the ON/OFF switch again.
2
NoteEven if the air conditioner has been switched on via the
The OPERATION indicator on the indoor unit comes on.
The indoor unit beeps.
The air conditioner starts up in the most suitable mode for
the room temperature. The mode may change from cooling into
heating, from heating into cooling depending on the current
temperature during operation:
Room Temperature Operating Mode
Less than 24°CHeat
24°C or aboveCool
ON/OFF switch, operations can still be controlled using the
remote control as usual.
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Cleaning Your Air Conditioner
To get the best possible use out of your air conditioner, you must
clean it regularly to remove the dust that accumulates on the air filter.
IMPORTANT
Open the upper front grille by pulling the lower right and left tabs
1
of the grille.
Pull air filters out of each tab of the grille.
2
Before cleaning your air conditioner, ensure that you
have switched off the breaker used for the unit.
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Remove all dust on the air filters with a vacuum cleaner or brush.
3
When you finished, insert air filters by fixing it to each tab of the grille.
4
To close the front grille, fix it to hooks and push down the lower
5
right and left tabs of the grille.
Clean the front grille with a damp cloth and mild detergent
6
(do NOT use benzene, solvents or other chemicals).
NoteIf you have not used the air conditioner for a long period of time,
set the fan going for three to four hours to dry the inside of
the air conditioner thoroughly.
Cleaning Deodorizing and Bio filter (Option)
To remove minute dust particles and odors, deodorizing and Bio filter
are installed in the air conditioner. You should clean the filters every
3 months.
Open the upper front grille by pulling the lower right and left tabs of
1
the grille.
Pull out the deodorizing and Bio filter.
2
Front grille
Air filter
Body groove
Body
Front grille
Hook
Body
Deodorizing Filter
Wash the filters with clean water, then dry them in the shade.
3
Insert the filters into the original position.
4
Note You can change the position of filters with each other.
Close the front grille.
5
Bio Filter
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Temperature and Humidity Ranges
The table below indicates the temperature and humidity ranges the air conditioner can be operated within. Refer to
the table for efficient use
Single phase rated voltage
minimum and maximum limit
- Condensation may occur on the indoor unit
with risk to have either water blow off or drops
on the floor;
220V-240V~,50Hz
198V min.-264V max.
Operating Recommendations
Here are a few recommendations that you should follow when using your air conditioner.
TopicRecommendation
Heating performances The heat pump function of the air conditioner absorbs heat from outside air and brings it
Warm air circulationThe air conditioner circulates warm air to heat your room. It will take some time to warm the
FrostWhen outside temperature is low but humidity is high,
High indoor and
outdoor temperatures
Power failureIf a power failure occurs while the air conditioner is operating, the unit will be switched off.
Protection mechanism When the air conditioner is started immediately after being plugged in or stopped, the normal
Cooling operationThe indoor unit may not get the selected fan speed such as Medium and Low under cooling
indoors. As the temperature of the outside air drops, the heating performance of air
conditioner will decrease. If you find that the room is not warm enough, using an additional
heating appliance is recommended.
air in your room entirely after the air conditioner turns on. Therefore, turn the air conditioner on
in advance.
frost may form on the outdoor unit at HEAT mode.
If this happens:
The heating operation stops.
The defrost mode will be triggered automatically for about 10 minutes.
The steam produced on the outdoor unit in the defrost mode is safe.
No intervention is required ; after about ten minutes,the air conditioner operates again normally.
If both indoor and outdoor temperatures are high and the air conditioner is running at HEAT
mode, the outdoor unit’s fan and compressor may stop at times. This is normal;simply wait until
the air conditioner switches on again.
When the power returns, the air conditioner starts up again automatically.
operation starts up after 3 minutes for the reason of protection.
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.
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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.
ProblemExplanation/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.
The fan speed is not adjusted.
The remote control does
not operate.
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.
In 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.
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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.
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.
AUTO- DIAGNOSTIC FUNCTION
This air conditioner has an auto-diagnostic function in case a failure will happen.
Occurring error, the Lamp is blink.
Before contacting customer call center green number, please ask to installer to
make a double check of installation unless there’s a full evidence of SAMSUNG
product problem.
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Periodical Checks
TypeDescriptionMonthlyEvery 4 monthsOnce a year
Clean the air filter
Clean the condensate drain pan (2)
Indoor unit
Outdoor unit
The checks and maintenance operations described are essential to guarantee the efficiency of the air conditioner.
The frequency of these operations varies according to the characteristics of the area, the amount of dust, etc.
(1) The described operations should be performed more frequently if the area of installation is very dusty.
(2) These operations must always be performed by qualified personnel. For more detailed information, see the
Installation Manual.
Thoroughly clean the heat exchanger (2)
Clean the condensate drain pipe (2)
Replace the remote control batteries
Clean the heat exchanger on the outside
of the unit (2)
Clean the heat exchanger on the inside
of the unit (2)
Clean the electric components with jets
of air (2)
Verify that all the electric components
are firmly tightened (2)
Clean the fan (2)
Verify that all the fan assembly is firmly
tightened (2)
Clean the condensate drain pan (2)
(1)
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Protections enabled by the Unit control system
Type of protectionDescriptionOperationWhen it enables
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Protection against cold airThe internal fan is off
Defrost cycleThe internal fan is off
Anti-frost protection
of internal battery
Delayed start of compressor
CAUTION If the air conditioner is operating in heat pump mode, it performs several defrost cycles in order
to remove the frost that may have deposited on the outdoor unit (at low temperatures).
In this case, the internal fan is switched off automatically and restarted only after the defrost
cycle is completed.
The compressor is off
The start of the
compressor is delayed.
Heating on
heat pump
Heating on
heat pump
Cooling During
operation
Cooling or heating
on heat pump
During operation
During operation
At start-up or during
the selection
of the operating mode
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