Alpic Air AWI-71HPR1 Gamma User manual

Before using your air conditioner, please read
this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
Please read this installation manual completely
before installing the product.
If the power cord is damaged, replacement work
shall be performed by authorised personnel only.
Installation work must be performed in accordance
with the national wiring Standards by authorised
personnel only.
Contact an authorised service technician for
repair, maintenance or installation of this unit.
SPLIT TYPE
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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Warning ....................................................................................................................................2
Caution .....................................................................................................................................2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Selecting installation place........................................................................................................3
Accessories ........ .....................................................................................................................4
Indoor unit installation................................................................................................................5
Outdoor unit installation.............................................................................................................7
REFRIGERANT PIPE CONNECTION
Refrigerant pipe connection .....................................................................................................8
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to install and test the air conditioner properly.
Contact an authorised service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.
Contact an authorised installer for installation of this unit.
The air conditioner is not intended for use by young children or infirmed persons
without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the air
conditioner.
If the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work shall be performed by
authorised personnel only.
Installation work must be performed in accordance with the national wiring Standards
by authorised personnel only.
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ELECTRICAL WORK
Electrical work .................. .....................................................................................................9
TEST RUNNING
Test running ...................... .....................................................................................................13
AIR PURGING
Air purging with vacuum pump ..............................................................................................11
Satety and leakage check .....................................................................................................13

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WARNING
Read the follow SAFETY PRECAUTIONS carefully before installation.
Electrical work must be installed by a licensed electrician. Be sure to use the correct rating
and main circuit for the model to be installed.
Incorrect installation due to ignoring of the instruction will cause harm or damage, and the
seri ousness is classified by the following indications.
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
The items to be followed are classified by the symbols:
Symbol will background white denotes item that is PROHIBITED from doing.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.
WARNING
1) Engage dealer or specialist for installation. If installation done by the user is defective, it will cause water
leakage, electrical shock fire.
2) Install according to this installation instructions strictly. If installation is defective, it will cause water
leakage, electrical shock fire.
3) Use the attached accessories parts and specified parts for installation. otherwise, it will cause the set to fall,
water leakage, electrical shock fire.
4) Install at a strong and firm location which is able to withstand the set s weight. If the strength is not enough
or installation is not properly done, the set will drop and cause injury.
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5) For electrical work, follow the local national wiring standard, regulation and this installation instructions. An
independent circuit and single outlet must be used. If electrical circuit capacity is not enough or defect found
in electrical work, it will cause electrical shock fire.
6) Use the specified cable and connect tightly and clamp the cable so that no external force will be acted on
the terminal. If connection or fixing is not perfect, it will cause heat-up or fire at the connection.
7) Wiring routing must be properly arranged so that control board cover is fixed properly. If control board cover
is not fixed perfectly, it will cause heat-up at connection point of terminal, fire or electrical shock.
8) When carrying out piping connection, take care not to let air substances other than the specified
refrigerant go into refrigeration cycle. Otherwise, it will cause lower capacity, abnormal high pressure
in the refrigeration cycle, explosion and injury.
9) Do not modify the length of the power supply cord or use of extension cord, and do not share the
single outlet with other electrical appliances. Otherwise, it will cause fire or electrical shock.
CAUTION
1) This equipment must be earthed and installed with earth leakage current breaker. It may cause electrical
shock if grounding is not perfect.
2) Do not install the unit at place where leakage of flammable gas may occur. In case gas leaks and
accumulates at surrounding of the unit, it may cause fire.
3) Carry out drainage piping as mentioned in installation instructions. If drainage is not perfect, water
may enter the room and damage the furniture.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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Selecting installation place
Read completely, then follow step by step.
Indoor unit
Do not expose the indoor unit to heat or steam.
Select a place where there are no obstacles
in front or around the unit.
Make sure that condensation drainage can
be conveniently routed away.
Do not install near a doorway.
Ensure that the space on the left and right
of the unit is more than 12cm.
Use a stud finder to locate studs to prevent unnecessary damage to the wall.
The indoor unit should be installed on the wall at a height of 2.3 metres or more from the floor.
The indoor unit should be installed allowing a minimum clearance of 15cm from the ceiling.
Any variations in pipe length will/may require adjustment to refrigerant charge.
There should not be any direct sunlight. Otherwise, the sun will fade the plastic cabinet
and affect its appearance. If unavoidable, sunlight prevention should be taken into
consideration.
Outdoor unit
If an awning is built over the outdoor unit to
prevent direct sunlight or rain exposure,
make sure that heat radiation from the
condenser is not restricted.
Ensure that the clearance around the back
of the unit is more than 30cm
. The front of the unit should
have more than 200cm of clearance and the
connection side (right side) should have more
than 60cm of clearance.
Do not place animals and plants in the path of the air inlet or outlet.
Take the air conditioner weight into account and select a place where noise and vibration
will not be an issue.
Select a place so that the warm air and noise from the air conditioner do not disturb neighbors.
If the outdoor unit is installed on a roof structure, be sure to level the unit.
Ensure the roof structure and anchoring method are adequate for the unit location.
Consult local codes regarding rooftop mounting.
If the outdoor unit is installed on roof structures or external walls, this may result in excessive
noise and vibration, and may also be classed as a non serviceable installation.
and left side is
more than 30cm
Rooftop installation:
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Fig.1
More than30cm
More than 60cm
More than30cm
More than 200cm
Fig.2
Level gauge
Screwdriver
Electric drill,Hole core drill ( 65mm)
Flaring tool set
Specified torque wrenches: 1.8kgf.m,
4.2kgf.m, 5.5kgf.m, 6.6kgf.m
(different depending on model No.)
Spanner (half union)
Tools needed for installation:
Hexagonal wrench (4mm)
Gas-leak detector
Vacuum pump
Gauge manifold
Users manual
Thermometer
Multimeter
Pipe cutter
Measuring tape
More than 2.3m
More than 15cm
More than 12cm
More than 12cm

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Accessories
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Note: Except the above parts provided, the other parts needed during
installation you must purchase.
This illustration is for explanation purposes only.
Copper lines must be insulated independently
Fig.3
Ensure that the space around the left and
right of the indoor unit is more than 12cm.
The indoor unit should be installed allowing
a minimum clearance of 15cm from the
ceiling.
Use a stud finder to locate studs to prevent
unnecessary damage to the wall.
A minimum pipe run of 3 metres is required
to minimise vibration & excessive noise.
The indoor unit should be installed on the
wall at a height of 2.3 metres or more from
the floor .
Two of the A, B and C directions should be
free from obstructions.
CAUTION
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2
Seal (See Page 8 for details)
1
(See page 8 for details)
1
8
8
1
1
1
Self-tapping screw B
ST2.9x10-C-H
Remote controller
holder
8
9
Loop the
connective
cable.
C
B
A
60cm above
60cm above
30cm above
200cm above
6
12cm above
Air Filter
Air Outlet
30cm above
12cm above
15cm above
1
2
3
Remote Controller
7
2.3m above
Self-tapping Screw B ST2.9X10
Remote controller
Installation Plate
Name of Accessories
Self-tapping Screw A ST3.9X25
Drain Joint
Connecting
pipe Assembly
Clip Anchor
Number Qty
Remote controller holder
Parts you must
purchase (A minimum
pipe wall-thickness
of 0.7mm is required.)
9.52
16
Liquid side
Gas side
(C)
TEMP
AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT
FAN
HIGH
MED
LOW
MODE
FAN SPEED
TIMER ON
SLEEP
ON/OFF
TIMER OFF
AIR
DIRECTION
RESETLOCK
SET TEMPERATURE
SWING
LED
DISPLAY TURBO
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Indoor unit installation
2. Drill a hole in the wall
Fig.4
Note:
1. Fit the Installation Plate
1. Fit the installation plate horizontally
on structural parts of the wall with
spaces around the installation plate.
2. If the wall is made of brick, concrete or
the like, drill eight (8) 5mm diameter holes
in the wall. Insert Clip anchor for appropriate
mounting screws.
3. Fit the installation plate on the wall with eight
(8) type “A” screws.
Fit the Installation Plate and drill holes in the wall according to the wall structure
and corresponding mounting points on the installation plate.
(Dimensions are in “mm” unless otherwise stated)
1. Determine hole positions according to
the diagram detailed in Fig.5. Drill
one (1) hole ( 65mm) slanting slightly
to outdoor side.
2. Always use wall hole conduit when
drilling metal grid, metal plate or the like.
Wall
Indoor Outdoor
5-7mm
Fig.6
Fig.5
120mm or more
from the wall
120mm or more
from the wall
50
150mm or more from the ceiling
Indoor Unit Outline
380
Hooked Part
380
1036
315
138
130
65
65
130
50
22
Correct orientation
of Installation Plate

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. For the left-hand and right-hand piping, remove the pipe cover from the side panel.
Explain to clients that the pipe cover must be kept as it may be used when relocate the
air conditioner to any other place.
2. For the rear-right-hand and rear-left-hand piping, install the piping as shown. Bend the
connective pipe to be laid at 43mm height or less from the wall.
3. Fix the end of the connective pipe. (Refer to Tightening Connection in REFRIGERANT
PIPING CONNECTION)
Connective pipe
Indoor unit outline
Connective pipe
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1. Pass the piping through the hole in the wall.
2. Put the upper claw at the back of the indoor unit on
the upper hook of the installation plate, move the
indoor unit from side to side to see that it is securely
hooked.
3. Piping can easily be made by lifting the indoor unit
with a cushioning material between the indoor unit
and the wall. Get it out after finish piping.
4. Push the lower part of the indoor unit up on the wall,
Then move the indoor unit from side to side, up and
down to check if it is hooked securely.
Fig.10
4. Indoor unit installation
Fig.8
Fig.9
3. Connective Pipe and Drainage Installation
1. Run the drain hose sloping downward. Do not install the drain hose as illustrated below.
2. When connecting extension drain hose, insulate the connecting part of extension
drain hose with a shield pipe, do not let the drain hose slack.
Drainage
Fig.7
Right-hand piping
Slid Part cover
Left-hand piping
Rear-right piping
Rear-left piping
Do not block water flow by a rise.
Do not put the end of
drain hose into water.
Upper Hook
Lower Hook
Cushioning
material

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
5. Piping and wrapping
Bundle the tubing, connecting cable, and
drain hose with tape securely,
evenly as shown in Fig.11.
Because the condensed water from rear
of the indoor unit is gathered in ponding
box and is piped out of room. Do not put
anything else in the box.
Indoor unit
Connective
pipe
Pipe room
Ponding box
Wrapping belt
Connective
cable
Drain hose
Fig.11
Connect the indoor unit first, then the outdoor unit.
Do not allow the piping to let out from the back of the indoor unit.
Be careful not to let the drain hose slack.
Heat insulated both of the auxiliary piping.
Be sure that the drain hose is located at the lowest side of the bundle. Locating
at the upper side can cause drain pan to overflow inside the unit.
Never intercross nor intertwist the power wire with any other wiring.
Run the drain hose sloped downward to drain out the condensed water smoothly.
CAUTION
Install the outdoor unit on a rigid base to prevent increasing noise level and vibration.
Determine the air outlet direction where the discharged air is not blocked.
In the case that the installation place is exposed to strong wind such as a seaside,
make sure the fan operating properly by putting the unit lengthwise along the wall
or using a dust or shield plates.
Specially in windy area, install the unit to prevent the admission of wind.
If need suspending installation, the installation bracket should accord with technique
requirement in the installation bracket diagram. The installation wall should be solid
brick, concrete or the same intensity construction,
or actions to reinforce, damping supporting should
be taken. The connection between bracket and
wall, bracket and the air conditioner should be
firm, stable and reliable.
Be sure there is no obstacle which block
radiating air.
Strong
wind
Fig.12
Outdoor unit installation
Outdoor installation precaution

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REFRIGERANT PIPE CONNECTION
Settlement of outdoor unit
Anchor the outdoor unit with
a bolt and nut 10 or 8 tightly
and horizontally on a concrete
or rigid mount.
Fit the seal into the drain elbow, then insert
the drain joint into the base pan hole of
outdoor unit, rotate 90 to securely assemble
them. Connecting the drain joint with an
extension drain hose (Locally purchased),
in case of the water draining off the outdoor unit
during the heating mode.
Drain joint installation
Seal
Drain joint
Base pan hole of
outdoor unit
Seal
Drain pipe
Refrigerant pipe connection
Oblique
90 C Roughness
Burr
Main cause for refrigerant leakage
is due to defect in the flaring work.
Carry out correct flaring work
using the following procedure:
1. Use the piping kit accessory or pipes
purchased locally.
2. Measure the distance between the indoor and the outdoor unit.
3. Cut the pipes a little longer than the measured distance.
4. Cut the cable 1.5m longer than the pipe length.
A: Cut the pipes and the cable.
1. Flaring work
Fig.14
A
B
Air inlet
Air outlet
Air inlet
Fig.13
B: Burr removal
1. Completely remove all burrs from the cut
cross section of pipe/tube.
2. Put the end of the copper tube/pipe in a
downward direction as you remove burrs in
order to avoid dropping burrs into the tubing.
Pipe
Reamer
Point down
Fig.15
Fig.16
Outdoor unit dimension
mm(WxHxD)
A(mm)
530
560
523
590
B(mm)
290
335
340
333
Mounting dimensions
820x600x345
895x860x330
760x590x285
845x695x335

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ELECTRICAL WORK
Bar
Copper pipe
Clamp handle Red arrow mark
Cone
Yoke
Handle
Bar
"A"
C: Putting nut on
Remove flare nuts attached to indoor and
outdoor unit, then put them on pipe/tube
having completed burr removal.(not possible
to put them on after flaring work)
Flare nut
Copper tube
Fig.17
Fig.18
D: Flaring work
Firmly hold copper pipe in a die in the
dimension shown in the table below.
Caution
Align the center of the pipes..
Sufficiently tighten the flare
nut with fingers, and then tighten
it with a spanner and torque wrench
as shown.
Tightening Connection
Excessive torque can break nut
depending on installation conditions.
Fig.19
Indoor unit tubing Flare nut Pipings
Electric safety regulations for the initial Installation
1. If there is serious safety problem about the power supply, the technicians should refuse
to install the air conditioner and explain to the client until the problem is solved.
2. Power voltage should be in the range of 90%~110%of rated voltage.
3. The creepage protector and main power switch with a 1.5 times capacity of Max. Current
of the unit should be installed in power circuit.
4. Ensure the air conditioner is grounded well.
7. An individual branch circuit and single receptacle used only for this air conditioner must be
available. See the following table for suggested wire sizes and fuse specifications:
5. According to the attached Electrical Connection Diagram located on the panel of the outdoor
unit to connect the wire.
6. All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes and be installed
by qualified and skilled electricians.
Electrical work
Outer diam.
(mm)
A(mm)
Max. Min.
9.52
1.6 1.0
16
2.4
2.2
Outer
diam.
Tightening
torque(N.cm) Additional tightening
torque(N.cm)
9.52
2940
(300kgf.cm) 3430
(350kgf.cm)
7360
(750kgf.cm) 7850
(800kgf.cm)
16

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Connect the cable to the outdoor unit
ELECTRICAL WORK
1. Remove the electrical control board cover from the outdoor unit by loosening the screw.
2. Connect the connective cables to the terminals as identified with their respective
matched numbers on the terminal block of indoor and outdoor units.
3. Secure the cable onto the control board with the cord clamp.
4. To prevent the ingress of water, from a loop of the connective cable as illustrated
in the installation diagram of indoor and outdoor units.
5. Insulate unused cords (conductors) with PVC-tape.Process them so they do not
touch any electrical or metal parts.
Fig.21
Connect the cable to the indoor unit
1. The inside and outside connecting cable can be connected without removing the front grille.
2. Connecting cable between indoor unit and outdoor unit shall be approved polychloroprene
sheathed flexible cord, type designation H07RN-F or heavier cord.
3. Lift the indoor unit panel up, remove the electrical box cover by loosening the screw.
4. Ensure the colour of wires of outdoor unit and the terminal Nos. are the same to the indoor s
respectively.
5. Wrap those cables not connected with terminals with insulation tapes, so that they will not touch
any electrical components. Secure the cable onto the control board with the cord clamp.
NOTE: Before performing any electrical work, turn off the main power to the system.
,
Fig.20
Panel
Electrical box
cover
10mm
40mm
Terminal block of indoor unit
To outdoor unit
10mm
40mm
Wire connector of outdoor unit
Cover
Screw
NOTE: The supply voltage must
be consistent with the rate voltage
of the air conditioner.
Model Power supply Input Rated Amp
(Switch/Fuse)
32A/25A
220-240V~ 50Hz
or
220-230V~60Hz
21000Btu/h
Minimum norminal cross-sectional
area of conductors:
Rated current
of appliance
(A)
>3 and <6
>6 and <10
>10 and <16
>16 and <25
Nominal cross-sectional
area
(mm )
2
0.75
1
1.5
2.5

After the confirmation of the above conditions, prepare the wiring as follows:
1) Never fail to have an individual power circuit specifically for the air conditioner. As for
the method of wiring, be guided by the circuit diagram posted on the inside of control
cover.
2) The screw which fasten the wiring in the casing of electrical fittings are liable to come
loose from vibrations to which the unit is subjected during the course of
transportation. Check them and make sure that they are all tightly fastened. (If they
are loose, it could cause burn-out of the wires.)
3) Specification of power source.
4) Confirm that electrical capacity is sufficient.
5) See to that the starting voltage is maintained at more than 90 percent of the rated
voltage marked on the name plate.
6) Confirm that the cable thickness is as specified in the power source specification.
7) Always install an earth leakage circuit breaker in a wet or moist area.
8) The following would be caused by voltage drop.
Vibration of a magnetic switch, which will damage the contact point, fuse breaking, disturbance of the
normal function of the overload.
9) The means for disconnection from a power supply shall be incorporated in the fixed
wiring and have an air gap contact separation of at least 3mm in each active(phase)
conductors.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
Air and moisture in the refrigerant system have undesirable effects as indicated below:
Pressure in the system rises.
Operating current rises.
Cooling or heating efficiency drops.
Moisture in the refrigerant circuit may freeze and block capillary tubing.
Water may lead to corrosion of parts in the refrigeration system.
Therefore, the indoor unit and tubing between the indoor and outdoor unit must be
leak tested and evacuated to remove any noncondensables and moisture from the
system.
Air purging with vacuum pump
Preparation
Check that each tube(both liquid and gas side tubes) between the indoor and
outdoor units have been properly connected and all wiring for the test run has
been completed. Remove the service valve caps from both the gas and the liquid
side on the outdoor unit. Note that both the liquid and the gas side service valves
on the outdoor unit are kept closed at this stage.
Pipe length and refrigerant amount:
AIR PURGING
Air purging
11
Connective
pipe length
Less than 5m
More than 5m
R22: (Pipe length-5)x60g
R410A: (Pipe length-5)x40g
Air purging
method
Use vacuum
pump.
Use vacuum
pump.
Additional amount of
refrigerant to be charged

When relocate the unit to another place, perform evacuation using vacuum pump.
Make sure the refrigerant added into the air conditioner is liquid form in any case.
(Not applicable to the units with R22 )
Open the valve stem until it hits against the stopper. Do not try to open it further.
Securely tighten the valve stem cap with aspanner or the like.
Valve stem cap tightening torque (See Tightening torque table in previous page ).
Outdoor
unit
Indoor
unit
Refrigerant
Flare nut
Stopper
Cap
Valve body
Packed valve
Half union
Gas side
Liquid side
A
C
D
B
Valve stem
Fig.22 Fig.23
When Using the Vacuum Pump
(For method of using a manifold valve, refer to its operation manual.)
1. Completely tighten the flare nuts, A, B, C, D, valve charge
hose to a charge port of the low-pressure valve on the gas pipe side.
2. Connect the charge hose connection to the vacuum pump.
3. Fully open the handle Lo of the manifold valve.
4. Operate the vacuum pump to evacuate. After slightly loose the
flare nut of the Lo valve on the gas pipe side check that the air is entering
(Operation noise pump changes and a com meter indicates
0 instead of minus)
5. After the evacuation is complete, fully close
manifold valve and stop the
operation of the vacuum pump.
Make evacuation for 15 minutes or more
compound meter indicates
-76cmHg (-1x10 Pa).
6. Turn the stem of the packed valve B about 45
counterclockwise for 6~7 seconds after the gas
coming out, then tighten the flare nut again. Make
sure the pressure display in the pressure indicator
is a little higher than the atmosphere pressure.
7. Remove the charge hose from the Low pressure charge hose.
8. Fully open the packed valve stems B and A.
9. Securely tighten the cap of the packed valve.
connect the manifold
starting evacuation,
and
of the vacuum pound
the
handle Lo of the
and
check that the
o
Manifold valve
Compound meter
-76cmHg
Handle Lo
Handle Hi
Charge hose
Charge hose
Vacuum pump
Pressure gauge
Low pressure valve
Fig.24
Caution in handling the packed valve
5
12
AIR PURGING

Perform the electric safe check after completing installation:
1. Insulated resistance
The insulated resistance must be more than 2M .
2. Grounding work
After finishing grounding work, measure the grounding resistance by visual detection and
grounding resistance tester. Make sure the grounding resistance is less than 4 .
3. Electrical leakage check (performing during test running)
During test operation after finishing installation, the serviceman can use the electroprobe
and multimeter to perform the electrical leakage check. Turn off the unit immediately if
leakage happens. Check and find out the solution ways till the unit operate properly.
A: Lo packed valve B: Hi packed valve
C and D are ends of indoor unit connection.
CAUTION
Indoor unit
check point
D
B
C
A
Outdoor unit
check point
Cover
Fig.25
Electrical safety check
Gas leak check
1. Soap water method:
Apply a soap water or a liquid neutral detergent
on the indoor unit connection or outdoor unit
connections by a soft brush to check for leakage
of the connecting points of th piping. If bubbles
come out, the pipes have leakage.
2. Leak detector
Use the leak detector to check for leakage.
Safety and leakage check
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TEST RUNNING
Test running
Perform test operation after completing gas leak check at the flare nut connections and
electrical safety check.
Check that all tubing and wiring have been properly connected.
Check that the gas and liquid side service valves are fully open.
1. Connect the power, press the ON/OFF button on the remote controller to turn the unit on.
2. Use the MODE button to select COOL, HEAT, AUTO and FAN to check if all the functions
works well.
3. When the ambient temperature is too low(lower than 17 C), the unit cannot be controlled by
the remote controller to run at cooling mode, manual operation can be taken. Manual
operation is used only when the remote controller is disable or maintenance necessary.
Hold the panel sides and lift the panel up to an angle until it remains fixed with a clicking
sound.
Press the Manual control button to select the AUTO or COOL, the unit will operate under
Forced AUTO or COOL mode(see User Manual for details).
4. The test operation should last about 30 minutes.
Manual control
button
AUTO/COOL

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