Comfortaire REG-81J User manual

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REG-81J
REG-123J

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• Contact an authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.
• Contact an authorized installer for installation of this unit.
• If the power cord needs to be replaced, replacement work shall be performed by
authorized service personnel only.
• Installation work must be performed in accordance with the national and local electric
codes and must be performed by authorized personnel only.
NOTE: All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only. Your air
conditioner may be slightly different.
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!Plug in power cord
plug properly
• It may cause electric shock or
!Do not modify power
cord length or share
the outlet with other
appliances.
Always ensure
effective grounding
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• Incorrect grounding may cause
electric shock
Unplug the unitif
strange sounds,
odors or smoke
comes from it.
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• It may cause electric shock or
Do notoperate or stop
the unitbyinserting or
pulling out the power
plug
• It may cause electric shock
Do notoperate with
wet handsorin a
damp environment
Do not allow water
to run in to electric
parts
• It may cause failure of machine
or electric shock
Do notuse thesocket if
itisloose ordamaged
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an
• Incorrect installation may cause
!Always install circuit
breaker and adedicated
power circuit
Do notopen the unit
during operation
• It may cause electric shock
Unplug the unitif
strange sounds,
odors or smoke
comes from it.
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Do not use the power
cord close to heating
appliances
Do notuse thepower
orcombustiblies, such
as gasoline, benzene,
thinner, etc.
• It may cause failure and electric shock
To prevent injury to the user and propert damage, the following instructions must be
followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring instructions may cause harm or damage.
Do notdisassembleor modify unit.
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• It may cause an injury due to sharp
edges of components.
removed, do not touch the
metal parts of the unit
• Water may enter the unit and degrade
the insulation. It may cause an
electric shock
Do not allow water to
enter inside the unit
during cleaning
• An oxygen shortage may occur
burns
Ventilate the room well
when used together with
a gas stove or if there is
a gas leak
•Do not clean unit when power is on as
When the unitis to be
cleaned, switch off, and
turn off the circuitbreaker
• Operation with windows opened may
allow rain to enter inside and damage
property
Stop operation and close
the window in storm or
hurricane
• It may cause electric shock and
damage
Hold the plug by the
head of the power plug
when taking itout
Turn off the main power
switch when notusing
the unit for a long time
• It may cause failure of appliance or
accident
Do notplace obstacles
around air-inlets orinside
of air-outlet
• If bracket is damaged, there is concern
of damage due tofalling of unit.
Ensure that the instal-
lation bracket of the
outdoor appliance is
notdamaged
failure
may cause failure
once every two weeks
• Appearance may be deteriorated
due to change of product color or
scratching of its surface
Do notuse strong deter-
gents such as wax or thin-
ner; use a damp, soft cloth
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Do notplace heavy ob-
ject on the power cord
and ensure that the
cord isnot compressed• It contains contaminants and could
make you sick
Do notdrinkwater
drained from air condi-
tioner
• Sharp edges could cause injury
Use caution when un-
packing and installingIf water enters the unit,
turn the unitoff at the
power outlet and switch
off the circuitbreaker.
Isolate supplyby taking
power-plug out and con-
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• Water may enter the unit and degrade
the insulation. It may cause an
electric shock
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Please refer tothe section “Operation
of Current Device” for details.
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Cooling operation Outdoor Temp: 64.4-109.4°F (18-43°C) (T1Environment) 69.8-125.6°F (21-52°C) (T3Environment)
Indoor Temp: 62.6-89.6°F (17-32°C) (T1Environment) 62.6-89.6°F (17-32°C) (T3Environment)
Heat operation Outdoor Temp: 23.0-75.2°F (-5-24°C) (T1Environment) 19.4-75.2°F (-7-24°C) (T3Environment)
Indoor Temp: 32.0-80.6°F (0-27°C) (T1Environment) 32.0-86.0°F (0-30°C) (T3Environment)
Unit may vibrate and make noise
because of poor wall or window
construction or incorrect installation.
Pinging or Swishing
Droplets of water hitting condenser
during normal operation may cause
pinging or swishing sounds.
Gurgling or hissing noise may
be heard due to refrigerant
passing through evaporator
during normal operation.
UNIT CONTROL
Remote signal receptor
(Electric Heating Models)
NOTE: Clear Air and/or Follow Me features only apply to certain models. Your
control panel may or may not have there features and display lights.
Check the actual unit you purchased to determine if these options apply.
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TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE SETTING:
The fan speed button is used to select the Fan Speed
in four steps: Auto, Low, Med or High. Each time the
button is pressed, the fan speed mode is shifted.
When the unit is operating in Dry mode, the fan speed
is automatically controlled at Low fan speed.
Press or hold either Temp/Timer Up ( ) or Down
( ) button until the desired temperature is seen on
the display. This temperature will be automatically
maintained anywhere between 62°F (17°C) and 86°F
(30°C). If you want the display to read the actual room
temperature, see to “Operate on Fan Only” section.
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and Fan. The indicator light beside the selected mode will
illuminate and remain on once the mode is selected.
To operate in Auto feature:
When you set the air conditioner to AUTO mode, it
will automatically select cooling, heating or fan only
depending on what temperature you have selected and
the room temperature.
The air conditioner will control room temperature
automatically around the temperature set point selected.
To operate in Fan only:
Use this function when cooling is not desired, such as
for room air circulation or to exhaust stale air (on some
models). Remember to open the vent during this function,
but keep it closed during cooling for maximum cooling
To operate in Dry mode:
In this mode, the air conditioner will generally operate in
the form of a dehumidifer to remove humidity from the air.
However, some degree of cooling will continue.
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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES (CONTINUED)
TIMER: AUTO START/STOP FEATURE
Press or hold the Temp/Timer UP or DOWN button to
change the Auto time by 0.5 hour increments, up to 10
hours, then count down the time remaining until start.
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THE DISPLAYS
* The control is capable of displaying temperature in degree
Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius. To convert from one to the
other, press and hold the Left and Right Temp/Timer buttons
at the same time, for 3 seconds.
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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES (CONTINUED)
The 3-way air directional louvers allow you to direct
the air ow up and left or right throughout the room as
needed. To adjust the air directional louvers side-to-side,
use the center handles as you move it side-to-side.

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Phillips screws
Carefully inspect the location where the air conditioner will be installed. Be sure it will support the weight
of the unit.
Make sure the air conditioner does not fall and remains upright during installation.
coils to prevent injury.
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No obstalces blocking air inlets or outlets.
to 36" (91.4 cm) max.
Loosen (1) shipping screw from each side of the cabinet (FIG. 3).
(1)
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* NOTE: Do not block the louvers on
the air conditioner cabinet or your unit
will not perfrom properly.
* SEE NOTE ABOVE
* SEE NOTE ABOVE
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• It is recommended to use 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker lumber for wood frame.
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For through-the-wall installations, if needed, install molding (not provided) around the room
side of cabinet.
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the rear/outside toallow water drainage.
Blown fuse or circuit breaker has tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type of reset
circuit breaker.
Current device has tripped on plug. Press the RESET button.
Unit control is OFF. Turn control ON and set to desired setting.
Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 62°F (17°C), as unit will not
work below room air temperature of 62°F (17°C)
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en sensing tube away from coil.
Reset to a lower temperature set point on unit control.
When mode button is pressed, the compressor may shut off. Wait approximately 3 minutes
for compressor toturn on after time delay when in cool mode.
Outdoor temp. may be below 62°F (17°C). To defrost coil, set unit to FAN ONLY mode.
FAN ONLY mode.
Thermostat set too cold for cooling. To defrost the coil, set unit to FAN ONLY mode. Then,
set temperature to a higher setting.
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and unnecessary expense. This list includes
common occurrences that are not the result of defective workman-ship or materials in this appliance.
Louvers positioned improperly. Position louvers for better air distribution. Ensure louvers are not closed.
faster.
Doors, windows, registers, etc., are open allowing air to escape. Close those open areas.
Front of units may be blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc., restricting air distribution.
Clear blockage in front of unit.
move air past
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