Friedrich MW09C1E User manual

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OPERATING MANUAL
MODE D’EMPLOI
MANUAL DE FUNCIONAMIENTO
COOLING MODEL
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
WALL MOUNTED TYPE
Indoor Unit
MW09C1E
MW12C1E
Outdoor Unit
MR09C1E
MR12C1E
Friedrich Air Conditioning Co.

÷Refer to the fold-out page on the cover.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .................................... En-1
FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS ........................... En-4
NAME OF PARTS ............................................... En-5
PREPARATION.................................................... En-6
OPERATION ........................................................ En-7
TIMER OPERATION............................................ En-9
SLEEP TIMER OPERATION.............................. En-10
ADJUSTING THE DIRECTION OF
AIR CIRCULATION ........................................... En-11
SWING OPERATION ........................................ En-12
MANUAL AUTO OPERATION ......................... En-12
CLEANING AND CARE..................................... En-13
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................... En-16
OPERATING TIPS ............................................. En-17
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
WARNING
This mark indicates procedures which, if improperly performed, might possibly result in per-
sonal harm to the user, or damage to property.
CAUTION
¶Before using the appliance, read these “SAFETY PRECAUTIONS”thoroughly and operate in the correct way.
¶The instructions in this section all relate to safety; be sure to maintain save operating conditions.
¶“CAUTION”and “WARNING”have the following meanings in these instructions:
WARNING
Do not attempt to install this air conditioner by yourself.
¶Consult authorized service personnel for all installations.
Consult authorized service personnel for any repairs.
¶Do not attempt to remove parts, or service the unit yourself, since you may be
exposed to dangerous electrical shock. This appliance contains no user-serviceable
parts.
When moving, consult authorized service personnel for
disconnection and installation of the unit.
This mark indicates procedures which, if improperly performed, might lead to the death or
serious injury of the user.
Safety Symbols
%The triangular symbol indicates WARNING, CAUTION and DANGER items.
This symbol indicates prohibited operations. The prohibited action is indicated both within the symbol,
and in nearby explanations.
¶This symbol indicates instructions regarding operations which are to be performed by the user.

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Do not stay in direct cooling airflow for long periods.
¶Excessive direct exposure to chilled air could be bad for your health.
¶Be especially careful when going to bed, and in rooms where infants, aged, or sick
people are staying.
Do not insert fingers or objects into the outlet port or intake grilles.
¶A fan operates at high speed inside the unit, and personal injury could result.
¶Be particularly careful regarding small children.
WARNING
PRECAUTIONS
In the event of a malfunction (burning smell, etc.), immediately
stop operation, disconnect the power, and consult authorized
service personnel.
¶Continuing to operate the unit under such conditions could lead to hazard of fire or
electrical shock.
Do not climb on, or place objects on, the
air conditioner.
¶Personal injury could result from a falling object, or if
the unit tips over.
Do not set flower vases or water contain-
ers on top of air conditioners.
¶Water leaking inside the unit could damage electrical
insulation, leading to danger of electrical shock.
Do not direct air flow at fireplaces or heat-
ing apparatuses.
¶Direct air blowing on fires could result in improper
combustion or fire.
Do not place animals or plants in the direct
path of the air flow.
Do not hang on or cover the air condi-
tioner.
Be careful to provide adequate ventilation
particularly when using the unit in combi-
nation with other heating apparatus.
¶Insufficient ventilation could lead to oxygen starva-
tion.
Do not expose the air conditioner directly
to water.
¶Electrical insulation could be damaged, resulting in
electrical shock.
Do not operate the air conditioner with
wet hands.
¶Electrical shock could result.
CAUTION

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PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
Check the condition of the installation for
damage.
¶After lengthy use, arrange for visit by authorized ser-
vice personnel to check installation condition.
Always turn off power whenever cleaning
the air conditioner or changing the air fil-
ter.
¶A fan operates at high speed inside the unit, and per-
sonal injury could result.
Turn off power source when not using the
unit for extended periods.
Take precautions to prevent infants from
accidentally swallowing batteries.
Do not drink the water drained from the
air conditioner. Do not use in applications involving the storage of foods, plants or animals,
precision equipment, or art works.
¶The quality of the stored items may deteriorate.
Take out the batteries from the remote
control unit when not using for a long
time.
¶Take out the batteries to prevent troubles caused by
battery liquid leakage.
¶If leaking battery fluid comes in contact with your
skin, eyes, or mouth, immediately wash with copious
amounts of water, and consult your physician.
Install the indoor unit and remote control
unit at least one meter from any television
sets or radio.
¶Signal radiation could be induced into the system to
give erroneous operation.
Always operate with the air filter installed.
¶Operating the unit without the air filter could cause
excessive dirt to collect on internal parts, leading to
malfunction.
When installing the indoor unit and
outdoor unit, take precautions to prevent
access by infants.
¶Unexpected accidents could occur.
Do not use inflammable gases near the air
conditioner.
Avoid installing the air conditioner near a
fireplace or other heating apparatus.
¶Exposure to excessive heat could result in deforma-
tion of the outer case.
Do not block or cover the intake grille and
outlet port.
¶Obstructing the ports will reduce operating efficiency,
leading to improper operation and possible damage.
Do not touch the heat exchanger radiator
fins.
¶Personal injury could result.
¶Be particularly careful when cleaning.
¶Bending or damage to the fins will affect the effi-
ciency of the unit.
Be sure to attach the intake grille securely.

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FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
AUTOMATIC OPERATION
Merely press the START/STOP button, and the unit will be-
gin automatic operation in either the Heating, Cooling, Dry,
or Monitor modes as appropriate, in accordance with the
thermostat setting and the actual temperature of the room.
SLEEP TIMER
When the SLEEP timer button is pressed during cooling
mode, the thermostat setting is gradually raised during the
period of operation. When the set time is reached, the unit
automatically turns off.
WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
The WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL UNIT allows convenient
control of air conditioner operation.
SWING OPERATION
The Air Flow Direction Louvers swings automatically up
and down so that the air speeds to every nook and corner
of your room.
REMOVABLE INTAKE GRILLE
The indoor unit's INTAKE GRILLE can be removed for easy
cleaning and maintenance.
MILDEW-RESISTANT FILTER
The AIR FILTER has been treated to resist mildew growth,
thus allowing cleaner use and easier care.
SUPER QUIET OPERATION
When the FAN CONTROL button is used to select QUIET,
the unit begins super-quiet operation; the indoor unit's
airflow is reduced for quieter operation.

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NAME OF PARTS
Fig. 6 Remote Control Unit
&SLEEP button
*MASTER CONTROL button
(SET TEMP. /SET TIME button ( / )
)Signal Transmitter
_TIMER button
+FAN CONTROL button
¡START / STOP button
™AIR FLOW DIRECTION button
£SWING LOUVER button
Rear side (Fig. 7)
¢TIME ADJUST button
∞ACL button
(located inside battery compartment)
§TEST RUN button
÷This button is used when installing the unit,
and should not be used under normal
conditions, as it will cause the air
conditioner's thermostat function to operate
incorrectly.
÷If this button is pressed during normal
operation, the unit will switch to test
operation mode, and the Indoor Unit's
OPERATION Indicator Lamp and TIMER
Indicator Lamp will begin to flash
simultaneously.
÷To stop the test operation mode, press the
START/STOP button to stop the air
conditioner.
¶Remote Control Unit Display (Fig. 8)
•Transmit Indicator
Clock Display
ºOperating Mode Display
–Timer Mode Display
≠Fan Speed Display
ŸTemperature Set Display
⁄Timer Set Indicator
¤Temperature Set Indicator
Fig. 1 Indoor Unit
1Operating Control Panel (Fig. 2)
2MANUAL AUTO button
3Remote Control Signal Receiver
4Indicator Lamps (Fig. 3)
5OPERATION Indicator Lamp (red)
6TIMER Indicator Lamp (green)
÷If the TIMER Indicator Lamp flashes when
the timer is operating, it indicates that a fault
has occurred with the timer setting (See
Page 17 Auto Restart).
7SWING Indicator Lamp (orange)
8Intake Grille (Fig. 4)
9Air Filter
0Air Flow Direction Louver
-Right-Left Louvers
(behind Air Flow Direction Louver)
=Drain Hose
~Inter Unit-Line
!Air Cleaning Filter (optional)
Fig. 5 Outdoor Unit
@Power Supply
#Intake Port
$Outlet Port
%Pipe Unit
^Drain port (bottom)

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Turn on the Power
In the case of a direct line connection, turn on the circuit
breaker.
Load Batteries (AAA x 2)
Press and slide the battery compartment lid on the reverse
side to open it.
Slide in the direction of the arrow while pressing the mark.
Insert batteries.
Be sure to align the battery polarities (ª/·) correctly.
Close the battery compartment lid.
Set the Current Time
Press the TIME ADJUST button (Fig. 7 ¢).
Use the tip of a ball-point pen or other small object to press the button.
Use the / SET TEMP. SET TIME buttons (Fig. 6 ()
to adjust the clock to the current time.
button: Press to advance the time.
button: Press to reverse the time.
(Each time the buttons are pressed, the time will be advanced/reversed
in one-minute steps; hold the buttons depressed to change the time quickly
in ten-minute steps).
Press the TIME ADJUST button again.
This completes the time setting and starts the clock.
To Use the Remote Control Unit
÷The Remote Control Unit must be pointed at signal receiver (Fig. 1 3) to operate
correctly.
÷Operating Range: About 7 meters.
÷When a signal is properly received by the air conditioner, a beep be heard.
÷If no beep is heard, press the Remote Control Unit button again.
Remote Control Unit Holder
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PREPARATION
CAUTION!
÷Take care to prevent infants from
accidentally swallowing batteries.
÷When not using the remote control unit for
an extended period, remove the batteries
to avoid possible leakage and damage to
the unit.
÷ If leaking battery fluid comes in contact with
your skin, eyes, or mouth, immediately
wash with copious amounts of water, and
consult your physician.
÷Dead batteries should be removed quickly
and disposed of properly, either by placing
in a public battery collection receptacle, or
by returning to appropriate authority.
÷Do not attempt to recharge dry batteries.
Never mix new and used batteries, or
batteries of different types.
Batteries should last about one year under
normal use. If the remote control unit’s
operating range becomes appreciably
reduced, replace the batteries and press
the ACL button (Fig. 7 ∞) with the tip of a
ballpoint pen or other small object.
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Screws
Insert
Press in
Slide up
Pull out
2Set the Remote Control
Unit.
3To remove the Remote
Control Unit.
1Mount the Holder.
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SLEEP TIMER
MASTER
CONTROL
SET
TEMP.
SET
TIME
FAN
CONTROL
START/STOP
COOL
SLEEP TIMER
MASTER
CONTROL
SET
TEMP.
SET
TIME
FAN
CONTROL
AUTO
SLEEP TIMER
MASTER
CONTROL
SET
TEMP.
SET
TIME
FAN
CONTROL
START/STOP
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OPERATION
To Select Mode Operation
Press the START/STOP button (Fig. 6 ¡).
The Indoor Unit’s OPERATION Indicator Lamp (red) (Fig.3 5) will light.
The air conditioner will start operation.
Press the MASTER CONTROL button (Fig.6 *) to select
the desired mode.
Each time the button is pressed, the mode will change in the following order.
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Example: When set to COOL
About three seconds later, the entire display will reappear.
Example: When set to 80°F.
Example: When set to AUTO.
The thermostat setting should be considered a standard value, and may differ
somewhat from the actual room temperature.
AUTO COOL DRY FAN
In order to increase the drying effect
during quiet cooling operation, the fan
of the indoor unit may stop.
To Set the Thermostat
Press the TEMPERATURE set button.
button: Press to increase the thermostat setting.
button: Press to lower the thermostat setting.
¶Thermostat setting range:
Cooling/Drying ..................................................... 64°F to 88°F
Fan......................................................................... 62°F to 88°F
About three seconds later, the entire display will reappear.
NOTE:
¶The thermostat setting should be considered a standard value, and may differ
somewhat from the actual room temperature.
¶During Fan mode, set the unit to “– –” for continuous fan operation regardless
of room temperature.
To Set the Fan Speed
Press the FAN CONTROL button (Fig. 6 +).
Each time the button is pressed, the fan speed changes in the following order:
About three seconds later, the entire display will reappear.
When set to AUTO:
Cooling: As the room temperature approaches that of the thermostat setting, the
fan speed becomes slower.
Fan: The fan will operate at the optimum speed in accordance with the room
temperature in the vicinity of the indoor unit.
When set to QUIET:
SUPER QUIET operation begins. The indoor unit's airflow will be reduced for qui-
eter operation.
¶SUPER QUIET operation cannot be used during Dry mode. (The same is true
when dry mode is selected during AUTO mode operation.)
¶Cooling performance will be reduced somewhat during SUPER QUIET opera-
tion.
AUTO LOW
MED
HIGH
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