R22
AH-AP18FMF
SPLIT TYPE
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
OPERATION MANUAL
CONTENTS
• SPECIFICATIONS ....................................... 2
• IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..... 3
• ADDITIONAL NOTES ON OPERATION ..... 5
• TIPS ON SAVING ENERGY........................ 5
• PART NAMES.............................................. 6
• USING THE REMOTE CONTROL .............. 8
• BASIC OPERATION .................................... 10
•
ADJUSTING THE AIR FLOW DIRECTION .....
• PLASMACLUSTER OPERATION ............... 12
• TURBO COOLING OPERATION................. 13
• ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER ............................. 13
• TIMER OPERATION.................................... 14
• AUXILIARY MODE ...................................... 16
• MAINTENANCE........................................... 16
• BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE ............ 18
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INDOOR UNIT
AH-AP18FMF
OUTDOOR UNIT
AU-A 18FF
* Plasmacluster is a trademark of SHARP
Corpration.
Thank you for purchasing a SHARP air
conditioner. Please read this manual carefully before operating the product.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model AH-AP18FMF
Cooling capacity (kJ/h) 18000
Rated freqency (Hz) 60
Rated voltage (V) 230
Rated current (A) 8.0
Rated input (W) 1800
External dimensions (mm) Indoor unit 1040x325x229
(WxHxD) Outdoor unit 890x645x327
Weight (kg)
We reserve the right to change the materials and apecifications without notice.
Indoor unit 16
Outdoor unit 58
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS FOR USE
Do not pull or deform the power supply cord. Pulling and misuse of the power supply cord
1
can result in damage to the unit and cause electrical shock.
Be careful not to expose your body directly to the outlet air for a long time. It may affect
2
your physical conditions.
When using the air conditioner for infants, children, elderly, bedridden, or disabled people
3
make sure the room temperature is suitable for those in the room.
Never insert objects into the unit. Inserting objects can result in injury due to the high
4
speed rotation of internal fans.
Ground the air conditioner without fail. Do not connect the grounding wire to gas pipe,
5
water pipe, lightning rod or telephone grounding wire. Incomplete grounding may cause
electric shock.
If anything is abnormal with the air conditioner (ex. a burning smell), stop the operation
6
immediately and turn the circuit breaker OFF.
The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations. Improper
7
cable connection can cause the power supply cord, plug and the electrical outlet to
overheat and cause fire.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent
8
or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard. Use only the manufacturespecified power cord for replacement.
WARNINGS FOR INSTALLATION / REMOVAL / REPAIR
• Do not attempt to install/remove/repair the unit by yourself. Incorrect work will cause electric
shock, water leak, fire etc. Consult your dealer or other qualified service personnel for the
installation/removal/repair of the unit.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTIONS FOR USE
Open a window or door periodically to ventilate the room, especially when using gas
1
appliances. Insufficient ventilation may cause oxygen shortage.
Do not operate the buttons with wet hand. It may cause electric shock.
2
For safety, turn the circuit breaker off when not using the unit for an extended period of
3
time.
Check the outdoor unit mounting rack periodically for wear and to make sure it is firmly
4
in place.
Do not put anything on the outdoor unit nor step on it. The object or the person may fall
5
down or drop, causing injury.
This unit is designed for residential use. Do not use for other applications such as in a
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kennel or greenhouse to raise animals or grow plants.
Do not place a vessel with water on the unit. If water penetrates into the unit, electrical
7
insulations may deteriorate and cause electric shock.
Do not block the air inlets nor outlets of the unit. It may cause insufficient performance
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or troubles.
Be sure to stop the operation and turn the circuit breaker off before performing any
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maintenance or cleaning. A fan is rotating inside the unit and you may get injured.
Do not splash or pour water directly on the unit. Water can cause electrical shock or
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equipment damage.
This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
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supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
CAUTIONS FOR LOCATION / INSTALLATION
• Make sure to connect the air conditioner to power supply of the rated voltage and
frequency.
Use of a power supply with improper voltage and frequency can result in equipment
damage and possible fire.
• Do not install the unit in a place where inflammable gas may leak. It may cause fire.
Install the unit in a place with minimal dust, fumes and moisture in the air.
• Arrange the drain hose to ensure smooth drainage. Insufficient drainage may cause wetting
of the room, furniture etc.
• Make sure a leak breaker or a circuit breaker is installed, depending on the installation
location, to avoid electrical shock.
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ADDITIONAL NOTES ON OPERATION
OPERATING TEMPERATURE RANGE
INDOOR TEMP. OUTDOOR TEMP.
COOLING
upper limit
lower limit
D.B. = Dry-bulb W.B. = Wet-bulb
• The built-in protective device may prevent the unit from operating when used out of this
range.
• Condensation may form on the air outlet if the unit operates continuously in the COOL or
DRY mode when humidity is over 80 percent.
WHEN POWER FAILURE OCCURS
This air conditioner has a memory function to store settings when a power failure occurs.
After power recovery, the unit will automatically re-start in the same settings which were
active before the power failure, except for timer settings.
If the timers were set before a power failure, they will need to be re-set after power recovery.
32˚C D.B. 43˚C D.B.
23˚C W.B. -
21˚C D.B. 21˚C D.B.
15˚C W.B. -
TIPS ON SAVING ENERGY
Below are some simple ways to save energy when you use your air conditioner.
SET THE CORRECT TEMPERATURE
• Setting the thermostat 1°C higher than the desired temperature in the COOL mode will
save approximately 10 percent in power consumption.
• Setting the temperature lower than necessary during cooling operation will result in
increased power consumption.
BLOCK DIRECT SUNLIGHT AND PREVENT DRAFTS
• Blocking direct sunlight during cooling operation will reduce power consumption.
• Close the windows and doors during cooling operation.
SET PROPER AIR FLOW DIRECTION TO OBTAIN THE BEST AIR
CIRCULATION
KEEP FILTER CLEAN TO ENSURE THE MOST EFFICIENT OPERATION
MAKE MOST OF THE TIMER OFF FUNCTION
DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD OR TURN OFF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER
WHEN THE UNIT IS NOT USED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME
• The indoor unit still consumes a small amount of power when it is not operating.
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PART NAMES
INDOOR UNIT
1
1 Inlet (Air)
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
q
w
e
r
t
y
2 Open Panel
3 AUX. Button
4 Air Filters
5 Receiver Window
6 Louvre Unit
Open to clean the inside of the
air conditioner.
7 Power Supply Cord
8 Indicator Panel
9 Vertical Adjustment Louvres
0 Horizontal Adjustment Louvres
q Outlet (Air)
w Remote Control
e TURBO COOLING Lamp (green
)
r TIMER Lamp (orange )
t OPERATION Lamp (red )
y PLASMACLUSTER Lamp (blue)
OUTDOOR UNIT
NOTE: Actual units might vary slightly from those shown above.
u
i
o
p
6
u Inlet(Air)
i Refrigerant Tube and Inter-
connecting Cord
o Drainage Hose
p Outlet(Air)
REMOTE CONTROL
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
0
q
w
e
r
t
1 TRANSMITTER
2 DISPLAY (Liquid Crystal Display)
3 ON/OFF Button
4 TEMP. Button
5 DISPLAY Button
6 PLASMACLUSTER Button
7 ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER Button
8 MODE Button
9 TIMER ON Button (for setting the timer)
0 FAN Button
q TIMER OFF Button (for setting the timer)
w SWING Button
e TIMER CANCEL Button
r TURBO COOLING Button
t RESET Button
L.C.D. REMOTE CONTROL DISPLAY
y MODE SYMBOLS
: AUTO : COOL
: DRY
u TURBO COOLING SYMBOL
i PLASMACLUSTER SYMBOL
o FAN SPEED SYMBOLS
: AUTO : Manual setting
p TEMPERATURE AND TIMER COUNT DOWN
INDICATOR
a TRANSMITTING SYMBOL
s TIMER ON/TIMER OFF INDICATOR
Indicates when timer on or timer off is set.
y
u
i
o
p
a
s
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USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
LOADING BATTERIES Use two size-AAA (R03) batteries.
Remove the battery cover at the
1
back of the remote control.
Insert batteries in the compartment,
2
making sure the ± and —
polarities are correctly aligned.
• Lines will be indicated on the display when batteries are properly
installed.
Reinstall the battery cover.
3
Press the RESET button using a
4
thin stick.
Remote control
cover
NOTES:
• The battery life is approximately one year in normal use.
• When you replace the batteries, always change both batteries, and make sure
they are the same type.
• If the remote control does not operate properly after replacing the batteries, press
the RESET button using a thin stick.
• If you will not be using the unit for a long time, remove the batteries from the
remote control.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL
Point the remote control towards
the unit’s signal receiver window
and press the desired button. The
unit generates a beep when it receives the signal.
• Make sure there is no curtain or other
object between the remote control and
the unit.
• The remote control can send signals
from up to 7 metres away.
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CAUTION
• Do not allow the signal receiver window to receive strong direct sunlight, since it can
adversely affect its operation. If the signal receiver window is exposed to direct sunlight,
close a curtain to block the light.
• Using a fluorescent lamp with a quick starter in the same room may interfere with
transmission of the signal.
• The unit can be affected by signals transmitted from the remote control of a television,
VCR or other equipment used in the same room.
• Do not leave the remote control in direct sunlight or near a heater. Also, protect the unit
and remote control from moisture and shock which can discolour or damage them.
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BASIC OPERATION
2
5
3
1
4
Press the MODE button to select
1
the operation mode.
AUTO COOL DRY
Press the ON/OFF button to start
2
operation.
• The red OPERATION lamp ( ) on the
unit will light.
Press the TEMP. button to set the
3
desired temperature.
AUTO/DRY MODE
The temperature can be changed in 1°C
increments within the range of 2°C higher
to 2°C lower from the temperature automatically determined by the air conditioner.
TIPS ABOUT AUTO MODE
In the AUTO mode, the temperature setting and mode are automatically selected
according to the room temperature when
the unit is turned on.
Modes and Temperature Settings
Room temp.
at operation
start-up
Below 24°C
24°C-26°C COOL
26°C-28°C COOL
Above 28°C COOL
Automatic Operation
Mode
Temperature Setting
DRY
Room Temp. at start-up
24°C
25°C
26°C
COOL MODE
The temperature can be set within the
range of 18 to 32°C.
Press the FAN button to set the
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desired fan speed.
AUTO SOFT LOW HIGH
• In the DRY mode, the fan speed is preset to AUTO and cannot be changed.
To turn off the unit, press the ON/
5
OFF button again.
• The red OPERATION lamp ( ) on the
unit will turn off.
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ADJUSTING THE AIR FLOW DIRECTION
VERTICAL AIR FLOW DIRECTION
Press the SWING button on the remote
control once.
• The vertical adjustment louvre will
change its angle continuously.
Press the SWING button again when
the vertical adjustment louvre is at the
desired position.
• The louvre will stop moving within the
range shown in the diagram.
• The adjusted position will be memorized and will be automatically set to
the same position when operated the
next time.
The adjustment range is narrower the
SWING range in order to prevent condensation from dripping.
Adjustment range
HORIZONTAL AIR FLOW DIRECTION
Hold the horizontal adjustment louvre as shown in the diagram and
adjust the air flow direction.
CAUTION
Never attempt to adjust the vertical adjustment louvres manually.
• Manual adjustment of the vertical adjustment louvre can cause the unit to malfunction
when the remote control is used for adjustment.
• When the vertical adjustment louvre is positioned at the lowest position in the COOL or
DRY mode for an extended period of time, condensation may result.
Do not adjust the horizontal adjustment louvre to the extreme left or right in the COOL mode
with the fan speed set to "SOFT(
Condensation may form on the louvres.
)" for an extended period of time.
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PLASMACLUSTER OPERATION
The Plasmacluster ion generator inside the air conditioner will release positive and
negative Plasmacluster ions into the room.
Approximately the same numbers of positive and negative ions released into the air will
reduce some airborne mold.
During operation, press the PLASMACLUSTER
1
button.
• The remote control will display " ".
• The blue PLASMACLUSTER lamp on the unit will
light up.
TO CANCEL
1
Press the PLASMACLUSTER button again.
• The PLASMACLUSTER lamp on the unit will turn
off.
NOTES:
• Use of the PLASMACLUSTER operation will be memorized, and it will be activated the next
time you turn on the air conditioner.
• To turn off the PLASMACLUSTER lamp, press the DISPLAY button.
• When the PLASMACLUSTER button is pressed while the unit is not operating, the
PLASMACLUSTER operation will be performed without accompanying air conditioning mode
(eg, COOLING). The mode symbol of the remote control will go off and the fan speed can not
be set AUTO.
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TURBO COOLING OPERATION
In this operation, the air conditioner fan works at "extra high" speed with a setting
temperature of 15°C to rapidly cool the room.
Press the TURBO COOLING button during op-
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eration.
• The remote control will display " ".
• The temperature display will go off.
• The green TURBO COOLING lamp ( ) on the
unit will light up.
TO CANCEL
Press the TURBO COOLING button again.
• TURBO COOLING operation will also be cancelled
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NOTES:
• You cannot set the temperature or fan speed during TURBO COOLING operation.
• The fan and temperature settings become "HIGH" speed and 18°C after the unit has run for
30 minutes in TURBO COOLING operation.
• To turn off the TURBO COOLING lamp, press the DISPLAY button.
when the operation mode is changed, or when the
unit is turned off.
• The green TURBO COOLING lamp ( ) on the
unit will turn off.
ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER
When the ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER is set, the unit will automatically turn off after one
hour.
Press the ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER button.
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• The remote control will display “ ”.
• The orange TIMER lamp ( ) on the unit will light
up.
• The unit will stop operating after one hour.
TO CANCEL
Press the CANCEL button.
• The orange TIMER lamp ( ) on the unit will turn
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NOTES:
• The ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER operation has priority over TIMER ON and TIMER OFF
operations.
• If the ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER is set while the unit is not operating, the unit will operate for
an hour at the formerly set condition.
• If you wish to operate the unit for another hour before the ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER is
activated, press the ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER button again during operation.
off.
Alternatively, turn the unit off by pressing the
ON/OFF button.
• The red OPERATION lamp ( ) and the orange
TIMER lamp ( ) on the unit will turn off.
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TIMER OPERATION
TIMER OFF
The unit will turn off automatically according to your setting.
Timer duration can be set from a minimum half an hour (30 minutes) to a maximum
of 12 hours.
Up to 9.5 hours, you can set in half-hour (30-minute) increments, and from 10 to 12
hours, in 1-hour increments.
Point the remote control at the signal receiver window on the unit.
Press the TIMER OFF ( ) button and set
1
the time as desired.
• The time setting will change as you press the
button as follows,
0.5h 1.0h 1.5h 10h 11h 12h
Hold the button down to speed through the
settings.
• The orange TIMER lamp (
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Display shown when you
set the unit to ture off 2.5
hours later.
TIPS ABOUT TIMER OFF OPERATION
When the TIMER OFF is set, the temperature
setting is automatically adjusted to prevent
the room from becoming excessively cold
while you sleep. (Auto Sleep function)
• One hour after the timer operation begins,
the temperature setting rises 1°C higher
than the original temperature setting.
will light.
• The unit will generate a beep when it receives the signal.
• The time setting will count down to show the
remaining time.
) on the unit
TO CANCEL TIMER
Press the CANCEL button.
• The orange
TIMER lamp
(
) on the
unit will turn
off.
TO CHANGE TIMER SETTING
Press the TIMER button which you wish to
change, (TIMER OFF or TIMER ON) and
change the time setting.
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TIMER ON
The unit will turn on automatically according to your setting.
Timer duration can be set from a minimum of half an hour (30 minutes) to a
maximum of 12 hours.
Up to 9.5 hours, you can set in half-hour (30 minute) increments, and from 10 to 12
hours, in 1-hour increments.
Point the remote control at the signal reciever window
on the unit.
Press the TIMER ON ( ) button.
1
• The time setting will change as you press the
button as follows.
0.5h 1.0h 1.5h 10h 11h 12h
Hold the button down to speed through the setting.
• The orange TIMER lamp (
1
light.
• The unit will generate a beep when it receives
the signal.
• The time setting will count down to show the
remaining time.
) on the unit will
Select the mode, temperature and fan speed setting as desired.
• When the temperature is set with the TIMER ON, the
temperature will show in the display for 5 seconds
and then return to the time display.
• If you do not change the setting, the unit will operate
Display shown when you
set the unit to reach the
desired room temperature
6.5 hours later.
NOTES ON TIMER SETTING AND OPERATION
• The latest time setting will be memorized and will appear on the remote control display
the next time you set the TIMER OFF or TIMER ON.
• The TIMER OFF and TIMER ON can not be set together.
Only the most recent TIMER setting will be valid.
• While ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER is set, the TIMER OFF and TIMER ON setting are
unavailable.
• If the ONE-HOUR OFF TIMER is set while the TIMER OFF or TIMER ON is activated,
the TIMER ON or TIMER OFF setting will be cancelled.
using the most recent settings.
• The unit will turn on prior to the set time to allow the
room to reach the desired temperature by the programmed time. (Awaking function)
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AUXILIARY MODE
Use this mode when the remote control is not available.
TO TURN ON
Lift the front panel of the indoor unit and press the
AUX. button on the operation panel.
• The red OPERATION lamp ( ) on the unit will light and
the unit will start operating in the AUTO mode.
• The fan speed and temperature setting are set to AUTO.
TO TURN OFF
Press the AUX. button on the operation panel again.
• The red OPERATION lamp ( ) on the unit will turn off.
NOTE:
If the AUX. button is pressed during normal operation, the unit will turn off.
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING THE INTERIOR OF AIR CONDITIONER UNIT
Be sure to disconnect the power cord from the
1
wall outlet or turn off the circuit breaker.
OPEN THE LOUVRE UNIT
2
1 Lift the open panel.
2 Push down both hooks at the left and right, and
release the lock.
3 Pull out the louvre unit forward.
4 Let it open downward gently.
CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE AIR CONDI-
3
TIONER UNIT
Make sure the fan inside is not rotating.
Remove the dust using a vacuum cleaner or
wipe with dry cloth.
CLOSE THE LOUVRE UNIT
4
1 Lift up the louvre unit and slide it back into its
position.
2 Make sure both hooks at the left and right are
locked in place and the three supports are firmly fit.
3 Close the open panel.
Connect the power cord to the wall outlet or turn on the circuit breaker.
5
Make sure the all lamps on the indicator panel are not blinking.
6
If the louvre unit is not reinstalled properly, the safety equipment will work and the
lamps will blink, preventing the unit from operating. In such case, reinstall the
louvre unit properly. Push the ON/OFF button of the remote control and check if
the unit operates properly.
2
supports
1
3
4
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MAINTENANCE
Be sure to disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet or turn off the circuit
breaker before performing any maintenance.
CLEANING THE FILTERS
1
2
1
2
3
3
3
2
1
4
The air filters should be cleaned every two weeks.
TURN OFF THE UNIT
REMOVE THE FILTERS
1 Lift the open panel.
2 Push the air filters up slightly to unlock them.
3 Pull the air filters down to remove them.
CLEAN THE FILTERS
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust. If the
filters are dirty, wash them with warm water
and a mild detergent. Dry filters in the shade
before reinstalling.
REINSTALL THE FILTERS
1 Reinstall the filters in the original positions.
2 Close the open panel.
3 Push the arrow-marked points shown left
firmly to lock it in place.
CLEANING THE UNIT AND THE REMOTE CONTROL
• Wipe them with a soft cloth.
• Do not directly splash or pour water on them, or it can cause electrical shock or
equipment damage.
• Do not use hot water, thinner, abrasive powders or strong solvents.
MAINTENANCE AFTER AIR
CONDITIONER SEASON
Operate the unit in the COOL
1
mode, temperature setting 32°C,
for about half a day to allow the
mechanism to thoroughly dry.
Stop the operation and unplug the
2
unit. Turn off the circuit breaker, if
you have one exclusively for the air
conditioner.
Clean the filters, then reinstall
3
them.
MAINTENANCE BEFORE
AIR CONDITIONER SEASON
Make sure that the air filters are
1
not dirty.
Make sure that nothing obstructs
2
the air inlet or outlet.
Check the outdoor mounting rack
3
periodically for wear and to make
sure it is firmly in place.
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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE
The following conditions do not denote equipment malfunctions
UNIT DOES NOT OPERATE
The unit will not operate if it is turned on
immediately after it is turned off. The unit will not
operate immediately after the mode is changed.
This is to protect the internal mechanisms. Wait 3
minutes before operating the unit.
ODORS
Carpet and furniture odors that entered into the
unit and the air conditioner's inner component
odors at the early stage of installation may be
sent out from the unit.
CRACKING NOISE
The unit may produce a cracking noise. This sound
is generated by the friction of the front panel and
other components expanding or connecting due to
a temperature change.
A LOW BUZZING NOISE EMITTED
This is a sound emitted when the unit is generating
Plasmacluster ions.
SWISHING NOISE
The soft, swishing noise is the sound of
the refrigerant flowing inside the unit.
WATER VAPOUR
In the COOL and DRY operation, water
vapour can sometimes be seen at the
air outlet due to the difference between
the room air temperature and the air
discharged by the unit.
ODOR EMITTED FROM THE
PLASMACLUSTER AIR OUTLET
This is the smell of ozone generated
from the Plasmacluster ion generator.
The ozone concentration is very small,
posing no adverse effect on your health.
The ozone discharged into the air rapidly decomposes, and its density in the
room will not increase.
If the unit appears to be malfunctioning, check the following points before calling for
service.
IF THE UNIT FAILS TO OPERATE
• Check to see if the circuit breaker has tripped or the fuse has blown.
• Check if the louver unit is properly installed. All lamps on the indicator panel will blink when
the louver unit is not properly installed.
IF THE UNIT FAILS TO COOL THE ROOM EFFECTIVELY
Check the filters. If dirty,
clean them.
Make sure windows and
doors are closed tightly.
Check the outdoor unit to
make sure nothing is blocking
the air inlet or outlet.
A large number of people in
the room can prevent the unit
from achieving the desired
temperature.
Check the thermostat is
proper setting.
Check whether any heatgenerating appliances are
operating in the room.
IF THE UNIT FAILS TO RECEIVE THE REMOTE CONTROL SIGNAL
Check whether the remote
control batteries have become old and weak.
Try to send the signal again
with the remote control
pointed properly towards the
unit’s signal receiver window.
Check whether the remote
control batteries are installed with the polarities
properly aligned.
Please call for service when OPERATION Lamp and TIMER Lamp on the indicator panel blink.
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