Crosley CAMHE08B 1 User manual

USE & CARE GUIDE
8,000-12,000 BTU
Window Heat / Cooling Unit
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Before using your air conditioner, please read
this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
TABL E O F C O N TEN T S
Installation Instructions
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4-9
Normal Sounds
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Important Safety Instructions ..........................1-3
Troubleshooting .........................................13-14
Air Conditioner Features 10-12
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Care and Cleaning 12-13

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner
properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time
and money over the life of your air conditioner. You'll find many answers to common
problems in the chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting
Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following
instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may
cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classified by the following indications.
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
Always do this.
Never do this.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.
WARNING
WARNING
Plug in power plug
properly.
Do not modify power cord length or share the
outlet with other appliances.
Always ensure effective
grounding.
Unplug the unit if strange
sounds, smell, or smoke
comes from it.
Keep firearms away.
Ventilate room before operating air conditioner if there is
a gas leakage from another appliance.
Otherwise, it may cause electric
shock or fire due to excess heat
generation.
It may cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation.
Incorrect grounding may cause
electric shock.
It may cause fire and electric
shock.
It may cause fire.
It may cause explosion, fire and, burns.
It may cause electric shock or fire
due to heat generation.
It may cause electric shock.
It may cause failure of machine
or electric shock.
It may cause fire and electric
shock.
It may cause fire and electric
shock.
It may cause electric shock or fire.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or an authorised service centre or a similarly
qualified per son in order to avoid a hazard.
This could damage your health.
Incorrect installation may cause
fire and electric shock.
It may cause electric shock.
It may cause an explosion or fire.
It may cause failure and electric shock.
Do not operate or stop the
unit by inserting or pulling
out the power plug.
Do not operate with wet
hands or in damp
environment.
Do not allow water to run
into electric parts.
Do not use the socket if it is
loose or damaged.
Do not use the power cord
close to heating appliances.
Do not damage or use an unspecified power
cord.
Do not direct airflow at room occupants only.Always install circuit
breaker and a dedicated
power circuit.
Do not open the unit during operation.
Do not use the power cord near flammable gas
or combustibles, such as gasoline, benzene,
thinner, etc.
Do not disassemble or modify unit.
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When the air filter is to be
removed, do not touch the metal
parts of the unit.
It may cause an injury.
Do not clean unit when power is on
as it may cause fire and electric shock,
it may cause an injury.
Operation with windows opened
may cause wetting of indoor and
soaking of household furniture.
When the unit is to be cleaned,
switch off, and turn off the circuit
breaker.
Use caution when unpacking and
installing. Sharp edges could cause injury.
Do not clean the air conditioner
with water.
Water may enter the unit and
degrade the insulation. It may
cause an electric shock.
This could injure the pet or plant.
It may cause electric shock and
damage.
Do not put a pet or house plant
where it will be exposed to direct
air flow.
Ventilate the room well when
used together with a stove, etc.
An oxygen shortage may occur.
Do not use this air conditioner to
preserve precision devices, food,
pets, plants, and art objects.It may
cause deterioration of quality, etc.
It may cause failure of product or
fire.
Do not use for special purposes.
If water enters the unit, turn the unit off at the power
outlet and switch off the circuit breaker. Isolate
supply by taking the power-plug out and contact a
qualified service technician.
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It may cause failure of appliance
or accident.
Appearance may be deteriorated
due to change of product color or
scratching of its surface.
If bracket is damaged, there is
concern of damage due to falling
of unit.
There is danger of fire or electric
shock.
Operation without filters maycause
failure.
It contains contaminants and
could make you sick.
Stop operation and close the
window in storm or hurricane.
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Do not use strong detergent
such as wax or thinner but use
a soft cloth.
Ensure that the installation bracket of the
outdoor appliance is not damaged due
to prolonged exposure.
Hold the plug by the head of the
power plug when taking it out.
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Turn off the main power
switch when not using the
unit for a long time.
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Always insert the filters securely.
Clean filter once every two weeks.
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Do not place heavy object on the power
cord and ensure that the cord is not
compressed.
Do not drink water drained
from air conditioner.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical ,sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge,unless they haveb eengivensu pervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by
a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
CAUTION
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CAUTION
Do not place obstacles around
air-inlets or inside of air-outlet.
The appliance shall be installed in accordance
with national wiring regulations.
Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet room
such as a bathroom or laundry room.
The appliance with electric heater shall have at
least 1 meter space to the combustible materials.
Contact the authorised service technician for
repair or maintenance of this unit.
Contact the authorised installer for installation
of this unit.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not, underany
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass
the grounding prong.
Power supply cord
with 3-prong groundingplug
and current detection device
Grounding type wall
receptacle
WARNING
NOTE:
The power supply cord with this air
conditioner contains a current detection
device designed to reduce the risk of fire.
Please refer to the section Operation
of Current Device for details.In the event
that the power supply cord is damaged,
it cannot be repaired-it must be replaced
withac ordf romtheP roductM anufacturer.
Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not
use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.
Do not remove any prong from the power
cord.
WARNING
For Your Safety
WARNING
Prevent Accidents
WARNING
Electrical Information
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
Operation of Current Device
(Applicable to the unit adopts current detection
device only )
The power supply cord contains a current device that senses
damage to the power cord. To test your power supply cord do
the following:
1. Plug in the Air Conditioner.
2. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug
head. Press the TEST button, you will notice a click as the
RESET button pops out.
3. Press the RESET button, again you will notice a click as
the button engages.
4. The power supply cord is now supplying electricity to the
unit. (On some products this it also indicated by a light on
the plug head.)
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To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your
air conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen. This
information can be found on the serial plate, which is located on the side of the
the cabinet and behind the grille.
If the air conditioneri s to be installed in a window, you will probably want to clean
both sides of the glass first.I f the windowis a triple-track type with a screen panel
included, remove the screen completely before installation.
Be sure the air conditionerhas been securely and correctly installed according to
the installation instructions in this manual. Save this manual for possible future
use in removing or installing this unit.
When handling the air conditioner, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins
on front and rear coils.
The complete electical rating of your new room air conditioner is stated on the
serial plate. Refer to the rating when checking the electrical requirements.
Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire
hazards, proper grounding is important. The power cord is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards.
Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the
wall receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a
time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper
receptacle. Ensure the receptacle is accessible after the unit installation.
Do not run air conditioner without side protective cover in place.This could
result in mechanical damage within the air conditioner.
Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.
Always make sure the RESET button is pushed in for
correct operation.
The power supply must be replaced if it fails reset when
either the TEST button is pushed, or it cannot be reset. A
new one can be obtained from the product manufacturer.
If power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired. It
MUST be replaced by one obtained from the product
manufacturer.
NOTE:
NOTE:This air conditioner is designed to be operated
under condition as follows:
Cooling
operation
Outdoor temp:
Indoor temp:
Heating
operation
Outdoor temp: O
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23-76 F/-5-24 C
Indoor temp: O
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32-80 F/0-27 C
OO OO
64-109 F/18-43 C (64-125 F/18-52 C
for special tropical models)
O
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62-90 F/17-32 C
Note: Performance may be reduced outside of these
operating temperatures.