homelabs HME030356N User manual

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Split AC
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BEFORE FIRST USE:
The Split AC contains both Indoor (Part 1) and Outdoor (Part 2)
units, these main unit parts are shipped separately in two boxes.
Start installation only once you have received both part boxes. It
is recommended to have the Split AC professionally installed by
HVAC specialist.
In the event this product malfunctions or customer believes
it is defective, the customer should contact Customer Service
and retain the defective product pending further instructions.
Defective product should be clearly marked or stored where it
cannot be used again by mistake. Failure to retain the product
may impede hOme™’s ability to correct any legitimate problem
and may limit the extent to which hOme™may provide recourse.

Important Safety Instructions
Operating Instructions
Cleaning and Maintenance
Accessories
Installation
Refrigerant Piping Connection
Air Evacuation
Electrical Requirements
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Read Safety Precautions Before Operation and Installation
Incorrect installation due to ignoring instructions can cause serious damage or injury. The seriousness of
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WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of personnel injury or loss of life.
CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of property damage or serious consequences.
WARNING
• 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 have been given supervision
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.
WARNINGS FOR PRODUCT USE
• If an abnormal situation arises (like a burning smell), immediately turn off the unit and disconnect
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• 
high speeds. This may cause injury.
• 
combustion.
• Do not operate the air conditioner in places near or around combustible gases. Emitted gas may
collect around the unit and cause explosion.
• Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry room. Too much
exposure to water can cause short circuit.
• Do not expose your body directly to cool air for a prolonged period of time.
• Do not allow children to play with the air conditioner. Children must be supervised around the unit at
all times.
• If the air conditioner is used together with burners or other heating devices, thoroughly ventilate the
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• In certain functional environments, such as kitchens, server rooms, etc., the use of specially designed
air-conditioning units is highly recommended.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WARNINGS
• Turn off the device and disconnect the power before cleaning. Failure to do so can cause electrical shock.
• Do not clean the air conditioner with excessive amounts of water.
• Do not clean the air conditioner with combustible cleaning agents. Combustible cleaning agents can
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CAUTION
• Turn off the air conditioner and disconnect the power if you are not going to use it for a long time.
• Turn off and unplug the unit during storms.
• Make sure that water condensation can drain unhindered from the unit.
• Do not operate the air conditioner with wet hands. This may cause electric shock.
Important Safety Instructions

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Important Safety Instructions
• Do not use this unit for any other purpose than its intended use.
• Do not climb onto or place objects on top of the outdoor unit.
• Do not allow the air conditioner to operate for long periods of time with doors or windows open, or if
the humidity is very high.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
• 
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• Keep the power plug clean. Remove any dust or grime that accumulates on or around the plug. Dirty
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• 
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• Do not modify the length of the power supply cord or use an extension cord to power the unit. Do
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• The product must be properly grounded at the time of installation, or electrical shock may occur. For all
electrical work, follow all local and national wiring standards, regulations, and the Installation Manual.
• Connect cables tightly, and clamp them securely to prevent external forces from damaging the
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electrical connections must be made according to the Electrical Connection Diagram located on the
panels of the indoor and outdoor units.
• All wiring must be properly arranged to ensure that the control board cover can close properly. If the
control board cover is not closed properly, it can lead to corrosion and cause the connection points
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• 
clearances in all poles, and have a leakage current that may exceed 10mA, the residual current device
(RCD) having a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA, and disconnection must be
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TAKE NOTE OF FUSE SPECIFICATIONS
• The air conditioner’s circuit board (PCB) is designed with a fuse to provide over-current protection.
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
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NOTE:
For the units with R32 or R290 refrigerant , only the blast-proof ceramic fuse can be used.
WARNINGS FOR PRODUCT INSTALLATION
• 

• Installation must be performed according to the installation instructions. Improper installation can
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• In North America, installation must be performed in accordance with the requirement of NEC and
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• 
be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.
• 

• 
support the unit’s weight, or the installation is not done properly, the unit may drop and cause
serious injury and damage.
• Install drainage piping according to the instructions in this manual. Improper drainage may cause
water damage to your home and property.
• For units that have an auxiliary electric heater, do not install the unit within 3 feet of any
combustible materials.
• Do not install the unit in a location that may be exposed to combustible gas leaks. If combustible
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• Do not turn on the power until all work has been completed.
• When moving or relocating the air conditioner, consult experienced service technicians for
disconnection and re-installation of the unit.
• For installing the appliance to its support, read the information for details in “indoor unit installation”
and “outdoor unit installation” sections.


• 
• 
• 
equivalent or more, but of less than 50 tonnes of CO2 equivalent, if the system has a leak- detection
system installed, it must be checked for leaks at least every 24 months.
• When the unit is checked for leaks, proper record-keeping of all checks is strongly recommended.
WARNING FOR USING R32/R290 REFRIGERANT
• 



Appliance shall not be installed in an unventilated space, if that space is smaller than 4m.





• 
allowable pressure. When mechanical connectors are reused indoors, sealing parts shall be renewed.

• 

Important Safety Instructions

9
SPECIAL NOTICE
• Disposing of this appliance in the forest or other natural surroundings endangers your health and is bad

FCC STATEMENT
The device could comply with the local national regulations. In USA, this device complies with part 15 of

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• 
• 
authority to operate the equipment.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For Household Use Only
Important Safety Instructions

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INDOOR UNIT DISPLAY
Note: Different models have different front panel and display window. Not all the indicators describing
below are available for the air conditioner you purchased. Check the indoor display window of the unit to
know which model you purchased.
Illustrations in this manual are for explanatory purposes. The actual shape of your indoor unit may be
slightly different. The actual shape shall prevail.
Power Cable (Not supplied)
Remote Control
Louver
Front Panel
Display window
Display Code
Meanings
Displays temperature, operation feature and
Error codes:
“ ” for 3 seconds when:
• FRESH, SWING, TURBO, or SILENCE feature is turned on
• TIMER OFF is set
• FRESH, SWING, TURBO, or SILENCE feature is turned o
“ ” when defrosting (cooling & heating units)
“ ” when anti-cold air feature is turned on
“ ” when unit is self-cleaning (some units)
,
,
“ ”
When ECO function (some units) is activated, the
illuminates gradually one by one as --
-- --set temperature -- ...... in one second interval.
“ ” when Wireless Control feature is activated (some units)
“ ” when 46 F heating feature is turned on (some units)
• TIMER ON is set (if the unit is OFF, remains on when TIMER ON is set )
“ ”
“ ” for 3 seconds when:
Operating Instructions

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OPERATING TEMPERATURE
When your air conditioner is used outside of the following temperature ranges, certain safety protection
features may activate and cause the unit to disable.
Inverter Split Type
COOL MODE  DRY MODE
Room
Temperature
17°C - 32°C
(62°F - 90°F)
0°C - 30°C
(32°F - 86°F)
10°C - 32°C
(50°F - 90°F)
Outdoor
Temperature
0°C - 50°C
(32°F - 122°F)
-15°C - 30°C
(5°F - 86°F)
0°C - 50°C
(32°F - 122°F)
-15°C - 50°C
(5°F - 122°F)
(For models with low temp.
cooling systems.)

When outside temperature is below 0°C (32°F), we strongly recommend keeping the unit plugged in at
all time to ensure smooth ongoing performance.
Fixed-speed Type
COOL MODE  DRY MODE
Room
Temperature 17°C-32°C (62°F-90°F) 0°C-30°C (32°F-86°F) 10°C-32°C (50°F-90°F)
Outdoor
Temperature
18°C-43°C (64°F-109°F)
-7°C-24°C
(19°F-75°F)
11°C-43°C (52°F-109°F)
-7°C-43°C (19°F-109°F)
(For models with low-temp
cooling systems)
18°C-43°C (64°F-109°F)
Note:


To further optimize the performance of your unit, follow below rules:
• Keep doors and windows closed.
• Limit energy usage by using TIMER ON and TIMER OFF functions.
• Do not block air inlets or outlets.
• 
Operating Instructions

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
1. Auto-Restart
If the unit loses power, it will automatically restart with the prior settings once power has been
restored.
2. Anti-mildew
When turning off the unit from COOL, AUTO (COOL), or DRY mode, the air conditioner will continue
to operate at very low power to dry up condensed water to prevent mildew growth.
3. Louver Angle Memory
When turning on your unit, the louver will automatically resume its former angle.
4. Refrigerant Leakage Detection

when the unit detects any refrigerant leakage.
5. Sleep Operation
This function is used to decrease energy use while you sleep (and don’t need the same temperature
settings to stay comfortable). This function can only be activated via remote control and is not
available in FAN or DRY mode.
Press the SLEEP button when you are ready to go to sleep. When in COOL mode, the unit will
increase the temperature by 1°C (2°F) after 1 hour, and will increase an additional 1°C (2°F) after
another hour. When in HEAT mode, the unit will decrease the temperature by 1°C (2°F) after 1 hour,
and will decrease an additional 1°C (2°F) after another hour. The sleep feature will stop after 8 hours

Set
temperature
1hr 1hr
Keep
running
SLEEP Operation
Saving energy during sleep
Heat mode(-1 C/2 F) per hour
for the rst two hours
Cool mode(+1 C/2 F) per hour
for the rst two hours
6. Follow Me Operation
If you feel comfortable with the ambient temperature where you are, you can use the remote control to
send a signal to the air conditioner, which will be set to this temperature quickly.
• To activate this feature, press FOLLOW ME button, the remote control displays the ambient
temperature and send signal to the unit every 3 minutes.
• If the indoor unit doesn’t receive the signal for 7 minutes or pressing FOLLOW ME button again, the
Follow me function will terminate.
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SETTING ANGLE OF AIR FLOW

While the unit is on, use the SWING/DIRECT button on remote control to set the direction (vertical angle)
Remote Control section for details.
Note:
When using COOL or DRY mode, do not set louver at a vertical an angle for long periods of time. This can

When using COOL or HEAT mode, setting the louver at a vertical an angle can reduce the performance of




remote control. Refer to Remote Control section for details.
Deector rod
Operating Instructions
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Operating Instructions

CAUTION
The manual button is intended for testing purposes and
emergency operation only. Do not use this function unless
the remote control is lost and it is absolutely necessary to
operate the unit. To restore to regular operation, use the
remote control to activate the unit. Turn off the unit before
any manual operation.

1. Open the front panel of the indoor unit.
2. Locate the MANUAL CONTROL button on the right-
hand side of the unit.
3. Press the MANUAL CONTROL button once to activate
FORCED AUTO mode.
4. Press the MANUAL CONTROL button again to activate

5. Press the MANUAL CONTROL button a
third time to turn the unit off.
6. Close the front panel.
Note: Do not move the louver by hand.
This will cause the louver to become out of

unit and unplug it for a few seconds, then
restart the unit. This will reset the louver.
CAUTION

and suction side of the unit. The high-speed
fan inside the unit may cause injury.
Range
Manual control
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Operating Instructions
REMOTE CONTROL
Note:
• Buttons design is based on typical model and might be slightly
different from the actual one you purchased, the actual type shall
prevail.
• All the functions described are accomplished by the unit. If
the unit has not a feature, there is no corresponding operation
happens when pressing the relative button on the remote control.
• When there are wide differences between “Remote control
Illustration” and “USER’S MANUAL” on function description, the
description of “ USER’S MANUAL” shall prevail.

This button turns the air conditioner ON and OFF.

Press this button to switch the air conditioner mode in a sequence of

AUTO COOL
DRY
HEAT FAN
Note: Do not select Heat mode if the machine you purchased is cooling-
only type. Heat mode is not supported by the cooling-only appliance.


Auto Low Med High


temperature and save energy. This function is available on COOL, HEAT
or AUTO mode only .
For details, see Sleep Operation in “Other Features” section on Page 12.
Note: Press MODE, FAN or ON/OFF button can exit the SLEEP mode.


reach the preset temperature at cooling or heating operation in the
shortest time (if the indoor unit does not support this function, there
is no corresponding operation happens when pressing this button.).


conditioner will automatically clean and dry the evaporator and keep it
as fresh for the next operation.
7. TEMP 
Each time you push this button, the indoor temperature increases by
1°F. The highest temperature can be set is 86°F.
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TEMP 
Each time you push this button, the indoor temperature decreases by
1°F. The lowest temperature can be set is 62°F.
Note:
• Temperature control is not available in Fan mode.
• Press and hold both UP and DOWN buttons for 3 seconds to
switch between °C & °F temperature system.

• When the Silence function is activated, the unit will reduce the
noise to the lowest level and create a quiet and comfortable
room. Due to low frequency operation of compressor, it may result
SILENCE/FP

• 
temperature of the air conditioner can be as lower as 46°F,
FP keeps the room temperature steady at 46°F and prevents

SILENCE/
FP button for more than 2 seconds. To exit FP function, press
ON/OFF, SLEEP, SILENCEFP, MODE, FAN, TEMP or TEMP
button.

Press this button to initiate the auto-on time sequence. Each press
will increase the auto-timed setting in 30 minutes increments. When
the setting time displays 10.0, each press will increase the auto¬timed
setting 60 minutes increments. To cancel the auto-timed program,
simply adjust the auto-on time to 0.0.

Press this button to initiate the auto-off time sequence. Each press
will increase the auto-timed setting in 30 minutes increments. When
the setting time displays 10.0, each press will increase the auto-timed
setting 60 minutes increments. To cancel the auto-timed program,
simply adjust the auto-off time to 0.0





Press this button to activate the Follow Me feature, for details, refer to
Follow Me operation in “Other Features” section on Page 12.

Press to turn on or turn off the unit display.
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Indicators on LCD
Mode display
AUTO COOL DRY HEAT FAN
Displayed when remote controller is ON.
Battery display (low battery warning).
Displayed when TIMER ON time is set.
Displayed when TIMER OFF time is set.
Show set temperature or room temperature, or time
under TIMER setting.
Displayed in Sleep Mode operation.
Indicated that the air conditioner is operating in Follow
me mode.
Not available for this unit
Not available for this unit
Fan speed indications
Low speed
Medium speed
High speed
Auto fan speed
Note:

clear presentation. But during the actual operation only the
relative functional signs are shown on the display.
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
Auto operation
Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available. The OPERATION

1. Press the MODE button and select Auto.
2. Press TEMP or button to set the desired temperature. The
temperature can be set within a range of 62°F~86°F in 1°F increments.
3. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air conditioner.
Note:
- In Auto mode, the air conditioner can logically choose the mode of
Cooling, Fan, and Heating by sensing the difference between the actual
ambient room temperature and the set temperature.
- In Auto mode, you can not switch the fan speed. It has already been
automatically controlled.
- If Auto mode is not comfortable for you, select other mode as your
desire.

Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available.
1. Press the MODE button to select COOL, HEAT (cooling & heating
models only) or FAN mode.
2. Press the TEMP or buttons to set the desired temperature.
The temperature can be set within a range of 62°F~86°F in 1°F
increments.
3. Press the FAN
High.
4. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air conditioner.
Note:
In FAN mode, the setting temperature is not displayed on the remote
control and you can not control the room temperature either. In this case,
only step 1, 3 and 4 need to be performed.
Dehumidifying operation
Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available. The OPERATION

1. Press the MODE button to select DRY mode.
2. Press the TEMP or buttons to set the desired temperature.
The temperature can be set within a range of 62°F~86°F in 1 °F
increments.
3. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air conditioner.
Note:
In Dehumidifying mode, you can not switch fan speed. The fan speed is
automatically controlled.
Operating Instructions
SILENCE
FP
MODE
FAN
TEMP
ON/OF F
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OF F
3
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2
LED FOLLOW
ME
TURBO SELF
CLEAN
SWING D IREC T
SLEEP
MODE
FAN
TEMP
ON/OF F
SILENCE
FP
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OF F
3
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LED FOLLOW
ME
TURBO SEL F
CLEAN
SWING DIRECT
SLEEP
MODE
FAN
TEMP
ON/OFF
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OFF
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SILENCE
FP
LED F OLL OW
ME
TURBO SE LF
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Timer operation
Press the TIMER ON button to set the auto-on time of the unit.
Press the TIMER OFF button to set the auto-off time of the unit.
To set the Auto-on time.
1. Press the TIMER ON button. The remote control shows
TIMER ON, the last Auto-on setting time and the signal “H”
will be shown on the LCD display area. Now it is ready to
reset the Auto-on time to START the operation.
2. Press the TIMER ON button again to set desired Auto-on
time. Each time you press the button, the time increases
by half an hour between 0 and 10 hours and by one hour
between 10 and 24 hours.
3. After setting the TIMER ON. There will be a one second delay
before the remote control transmits the signal to the air
conditioner. Then, after approximately another 2 seconds, the
signal “h” will disappear and the set temperature will resume
on the LCD display.
To set the Auto-off time.
1. Press the TIMER OFF button. The remote control shows
TIMER OFF, the last Auto-off setting time and the signal “H”
will be shown on the LCD display area. Now it is ready to
reset the Auto-off time to stop the operation.
2. Press the TIMER OFF button again to set desired Auto-off
time. Each time you press the button, the time increases
by half an hour between 0 and 10 hours and by one hour
between 10 and 24 hours.
3. After setting the TIMER OFF. There will be a one second
delay before the remote control transmits the signal to the
air conditioner. Then, after approximately another 2 seconds,
the signal “H “ will disappear and the set temperature will
resume on the LCD display.
CAUTION
• When you select the timer operation, the remote control
automatically transmits the timer signal to the indoor unit
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a location where it can transmit the signal to the indoor unit
properly.
• The effective operation time set by the remote control for
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1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, 8.5,
9.0, 9.5, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24
hours.
Operating Instructions
2
1
MODE
FAN
TEMP
ON/OFF
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OFF
SILENCE
FP
LED FOLLOW
ME
TURBO SELF
CLEAN
SWING DIRECT
SLEEP

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TIMER ON (Auto-on Operation)
The TIMER ON feature is useful when you want the unit to turn
on automatically before you return home. The air conditioner will
automatically start operating at the set time.
Example:
To start the air conditioner in 6 hours.
1. Press TIMER ON button, the last set auto-on time and a “h” will
show on the display area.
2. Press TIMER ON button repeatedly until “6.0h” is displayed on the
TIMER ON display of the remote control.
3. Wait for 3 seconds and the digital display area will show the
temperature again. The “TIMER ON” indicator remains on and this
function is activated.
TIMER OFF (Auto-off Operation)
The TIMER OFF feature is useful when you want the unit to turn
off automatically after you go to bed. The air conditioner will stop
automatically at the set time.
Example:
To stop the air conditioner in 10 hours.
1. Press TIMER OFF button, the last set auto-off time and a “h” will
show on the display area.
2. Press TIMER OFF button repeatedly until “10h” is displayed on the
TIMER OFF display of the remote control.
3. Wait for 3 seconds and the digital display area will show the
temperature again. The “TIMER OFF” indicator remains on and this
function is activated.
Operating Instructions
Start
Off
6 hours later
Set
Stop
On
Set 10 hours later