Panasonic CS-A182KR User manual

F563264
Room Air Conditioner
Operating Instructions
ENGLISH ............. P. 1 – P. 22
Before using your air-conditioner, please
read this operating instructions carefully
and keep it for future reference.
Outdoor
Model CU-A182KR
CU-A242KR
Indoor
Model CS-A182KR
CS-A242KR

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Before use
Contents
Safety Precautions ................................................ 2 – 4
– Installation precautions
– Operation precautions
Name of Each Part ................................................ 5 – 6
– Indoor unit
– Outdoor unit
– Accessories
– Remote control
Preparation Before Operation ............................... 7 – 8
– Before operating the unit
– How to insert batteries
– Operating the remote control
How to Operate ................................................... 9 – 10
Setting the Timer ............................................... 11 – 12
Convenient Operation ....................................... 13 – 14
– Sleep mode
– When remote control cannot be used
– OFF/ON remote control signal receiving
sound
Operation Hints ................................................. 15 – 16
Better Care and Maintenance ........................... 17 – 18
– Cleaning the air conditioner and air filters
– Cleaning of front panel
– Replacement of air purifying filters
– When not using the air conditioner for a
long period
– Pre-season inspection
Troubleshooting ........................................ 19 – 20
– Normal operation
– Abnormal operation
– Call the dealer immediately
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How to use
If necessary

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Safety Precautions
■Do not install, remove and reinstall the unit yourself.
Improper installation will cause leakage, electric shock or fire. Please engage an authorized dealer or
specialist for the installation work.
Warning
To prevent personal injury, injury to others and property damage, the following instructions must be followed.
■Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions will cause harm or damage, the seriousness of which is
classified as follows :
Caution
Warning : This sign warns of death or serious injury.
This sign warns of injury or damage to property only.
■The instructions to be followed are classified by the following symbols :
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Installation precautions
Before operating, please read the following “Safety Precautions” carefully.
■This room air conditioner must be earthed.
Improper grounding could cause
electric shock.
■Do not install the unit in a place where there
may be explosive gas leaks.
Gas leaks near the unit could cause
fires.
■Ensure that drainage piping is connected
properly.
Otherwise, water will leak out.
Caution :
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This symbol (with a white background) denotes an action that is
PROHIBITED.
These symbols (with a black background) denote an action that is
COMPULSORY.
OFF

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Operation precautions
■Insert the power plug
properly.
Heat generated by a loose power
plug could cause electric shock
or fire.
Electrical outlet and power plug
shall be easily accessible.
■Do not modify the length of
the power cord or use an
extension cord.
It could cause electric shock or
fire.
■Do not be directly exposed
to the cold airstream for too
long.
It could lead to health problems.
■Do not operate or stop the
unit by inserting or pulling
out the power plug.
It could cause electric shock or fire.
■Do not operate the unit with
wet hands.
It could cause an electric shock.
■If there is a smell of burning,
stop the air conditioner and
disconnect the power supply.
The heat generated could cause
electric shock or fire. Please con-
sult an authorized dealer or service
centre.
Warning
■Do not damage or use an
unspecified power cord.
It will cause electrical shock or
fire.
■Do not insert finger, sticks
or other objects into the
units.
It could lead to physical injury
and cause damage to the units.
■Do not try to repair the unit
yourself.
It could lead to fire or cause an
electric shock. Please call an au-
thorized dealer or service centre.
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OFF
Switch off
the breaker. Disconnect the power
plug.

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■Do not remove the power
plug by pulling the cord.
Hold the plug when disconnect-
ing the plug from the wall outlet.
■Do not use for other pur-
poses.
Do not use for preservation pur-
poses. It will affect food quality,
animals or plants.
■Do not wash the unit with
water.
It could cause an electric shock.
Caution
■When cleaning the unit, re-
move the plug.
This is to prevent injury due to the
rotating fan in the unit.
■ Ventilate the room regularly.
Since windows are kept closed, it
does good to open them periodi-
cally to ventilate the room.
■Do not sit or place anything
on the outdoor unit.
You might fall off or the unit might
collapse.
■Switch off the power supply if
the unit is not going to be
used for a long period of time.
If dust accumulates on the plug, it
will generate heat and this could
cause a fire.
■Do not place combustor in the
path of the airflow from the
unit.
Incomplete combustion could
cause toxic gas (CO) poisoning.
■Inspect the unit for any
damage.
Ensure that the necessary repairs
are carried out.
OFF
Switch off
the breaker.
Disconnect
the power
plug.
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OFF

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Name of Each Part
Indoor unit
Front Panel Air Intake Vent
POWER : Red
SLEEP : Orange
TIMER : Orange
Air Outlet Vent
Operation Indication
Lamps (LED)
Auto Operation Button
Test Run Button
Panel Opener
Power Switch
Power Supply
Cord
Horizontal
Airflow Direction Louver
(Manually adjusted)
Vertical Airflow
Direction Louver Signal
Receptor
Air Outlet Vents
Drain Hose
Piping
(Rear)
(Side)
Ground
Terminal
(Inside Cover)
Outdoor unit
Air Intake Vents

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OFF/ON
SLEEP
PM
MODE TEMP. FAN SPEED
MANUAL
SWING
AIR SWING
DRY
COOL
HEAT
AUTO
AM
ON-TIMER
OFF-TIMER
°C
AUTO FAN
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Separate displays and functions are available when the door is opened.
Remote control
Room Temperature
Setting Button
Sleep Mode
Operation Button
Operation Display
Door
Airflow Direction Manual
Control Button
Signal Transmitter
Operation Mode
Selection Button
Airflow Direction Auto
Control Button
OFF-Timer Button ON-Timer Button
Set Button
Cancellation Button
Clock Button
Time
Button
Accessories
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OFF-TIMER ON-TIMER
CANCEL SET
TIME
Door
OFF/ON Button
Airflow Volume
Selection Button
OFF/ON
SLEEP
PM
MODE TEMP. FAN SPEED
MANUAL
SWING
AIR SWING
DRY
COOLHEAT
AUTO
AM
ON-TIMER
OFF-TIMER
°C
AUTO FAN
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Remote Control Two R03 (AAA) dry-cell
batteries or equivalent
Air Purifying Filters
(Catechin Air Purifying Filters and
Deodorizing Filters)

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Airflow Direction Adjustment
Preparation Before Operation
Before operating the unit
■Open the front panel. ■Switch on the power
switch and close the front
panel.
■Remove air filter.
■Insert air purifying filter.
Insert the air filters.
Hold the tab to raise up
slightly and then pull down.
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Hold the panel openers at both
sides and pull up the front panel.
Air
filter
2
1
■Connect the power
supply cord to an
independent power
supply.
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Air purifying
filter
Be careful not to
hurt your hands by
metal parts.
(Unit in °C)
Outdoor
DBT
32
16
WBT
23
11
Indoor
DBT
43
16
WBT
26
11
Outdoor
DBT
30
16
WBT
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Indoor
DBT
24
-5
WBT
18
-6
Cooling Heating
DBT: Dry Bulb Temp
WBT:Wet Bulb Temp
Maximum Temperature
Minimum Temperature
Use the air conditioner under the following conditions.

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OPEN
er
er
OPEN
How to insert batteries
Operating the remote control
Gently press the
place marked
[OPEN] and slide
the cover toward
you.
er Be sure
that the (+) and
(–) directions
are correct.
Set the power switch to “t” (OFF) when:
■The air conditioner is not going to be used for
an extended period of time.
If the power switch is left at “I” (ON), approximately
3.25 watts of electric power are used even if the main
unit is turned off by remote control.
■There is a danger of lightning.
The air conditioner is provided with a built-in protective
device, but the control equipment may be adversely
affected depending on the extent of lightning activity.
Regarding the batteries.
■The batteries can be used for approximately one year.
■Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries,
because such batteries differ from standard
dry-cell batteries in shape, dimensions and
performance.
■Be sure to replace the batteries with two new
batteries of the same type.
■Remove the batteries if the air conditioner is not going
to be used for an extended period of time.
Make sure that the
signal path is not
obstructed.
The maximum dis-
tance at which signals
can be received is
about 10 m.
12 00
:
PM
■Aim at the signal receptor on the room air condi-
tioner when operating.
■Do not drop or throw the remote control.
■Do not place the remote control in a location that
is exposed to direct sunlight or next to a heating
unit or other heat source.
■Signal received sound:
One short beep or one long beep.
(Two R03 (AAA) dry-cell
batteries or equivalent)
■Fix the cover to the back of the remote
control (“PM 12:00” will flash in the opera-
tion display.)
If the display does not appear when the batteries
are inserted, remove the batteries and
insert them once more.

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Recommended temperature for health
and comfort.
■If there is a power failure, operation will be
automatically restarted after 3 minutes when the
power is resumed with previous operation mode
and airflow direction.
(When the operation is not stopped by remote
control.)
■If you do not intend to continue the operation
when the power is resumed, switch off the power
switch at main unit or power supply.
When you switch on the power switch, the
operation will be automatically restarted
with previous operation mode and airflow
direction.
Note: 1. If you do not require Auto Restart
Control, please consult your dealer.
2. Auto Restart Control is not available
when Timer or Sleep Mode is set.
Auto Restart Control.
Cooling Operation until
room temperature
reaches the setting
temperature
When room temperature reaches the setting tempera-
ture, operation will switch to Soft Dry.
Setting
Temperature
DRY – Soft Dry Operation.
■Soft Dry is a very gentle Cooling Operation
consisting primarily of dehumidifying. It does not
lower the room temperature very much.
How to Operate
For Heating : 20°C – 24°C
For Cooling : 26°C – 28°C
For Soft Dry : 1°C – 02°C lower than
room temperature.
<Operation Details>
AUTO – Automatic Operation.
■Once the Automatic Operation is selected, the in-
door temperature sensor operates automatically
to select the desired operation mode with Cooling,
Soft Dry or Heating.
■The Operation mode changes every hour, when
necessary.
■Temperature is not displayed on remote control
during Auto mode operation. Super Low airflow
amount
OFF/ON
AUTO FAN
SLEEP
MODE TEMP. FAN SPEED
MANUAL
SWING
AIR SWING
AUTO
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