Panasonic CS-E18GKR User manual

Operating Instructions
Air Conditioner
Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit
CS-E18GKR CU-E18GKR
CS-E21GKR CU-E21GKR
CS-E24GKR CU-E24GKR
CS-E28GKR CU-E28GKR
F565729
Manufactured by:
Panasonic HA Air-Conditioning (M) Sdn. Bhd.
Lot 2, Persiaran Tengku Ampuan, Section 21, Shah Alam Industrial Site,
40300 Shah Alam, Selangor, Malaysia.
© 2007 Panasonic HA Air-Conditioning (M) Sdn. Bhd. (11969-T). All rights
reserved. Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.
QUICK GUIDE
QUICK GUIDE
Before operating the unit, read these operating instructions thoroughly and keep them for future reference.
Before operating the unit, read these operating instructions thoroughly and keep them for future reference.

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DEFINITION
To prevent personal injury, injury to others, or property damage, please observe the following.
Incorrect operation due to failure to follow instructions may cause harm or damage, the seriousness of which is classified as below:
Warning This sign warns of death or
serious injury. Caution This sign warns of injury or
damage to property.
The instructions to be followed are classified by the following symbols:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONSSAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Indoor Unit
• Do not install the unit in a
potentially explosive atmosphere.
• Do not wash the unit with water,
benzene, thinner or scouring
powder.
• Do not use for other purposes
such as preservation of food.
• Do not use any combustible
equipment in front of the airflow
outlet.
• Do not expose directly to cold air
for a long period.
• Ensure that the drainage pipe is
connected properly. Otherwise,
leakage may occur.
• Aerate the room regularly.
Remote Control
• Do not use rechargeable
(Ni-Cd) batteries.
• Do not allow infants and
small children to play
with the remote control
to prevent them from
accidentally swallowing the
batteries.
• Remove the batteries if the
unit is not going to be used
for a long period of time.
• New batteries of the same
type must be inserted
following the polarity stated
to prevent malfunction of the
remote control.
Power Supply
• Do not share the same power outlet with
other equipment.
• Do not modify power cords.
• Do not use extension cords.
• Do not operate with wet hands.
• Use the specified supply cord.
• 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.
• This equipment must be earthed and
strongly recommended to be installed with
Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB)
or Residual Current Device (RCD).
Otherwise, it may cause electrical shock
or fire in case of malfunction.
• In case of emergency or abnormal
conditions (burnt smell, etc), turn off the
power supply, and consult your nearest
dealer.
Outdoor Unit
• Do not sit or place anything on the
indoor or outdoor unit.
• Do not touch the sharp aluminium
fin.
• Ensure that the drainage pipe is
connected properly. Otherwise,
leakage may occur.
• After long periods of use, make
sure the installation rack is not
damaged.
Indoor Unit
• Do not install, remove and
reinstall the unit by yourself;
improper installation will
cause leakage, electric
shock or fire. Please consult
an authorized dealer or
specialist for the installation
work.
• Do not insert your fingers or
other objects into the indoor
or outdoor unit.
• Do not attempt to repair the
unit by yourself.
Power Supply
• Switch off the power supply before
cleaning or servicing.
• Turn off the power supply if the
unit is not used for a long period of
time.
• This air conditioner is equipped
with a built-in surge protective
device. However, in order to further
protect your air conditioner from
being damaged by abnormally
strong lightning activity, you may
want to disconnect it from the
power supply. Do not touch the air
conditioner during lightning, it may
cause electric shock.
This symbol denotes an action
that is PROHIBITED.
These symbols denote actions
that are COMPULSORY.
Caution
Warning
Air inlet
Air inlet
Air
Air
outlet
outlet
Air outlet
Air inlet
Air inlet

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REGULATORY INFORMATIONREGULATORY INFORMATION Thank you for purchasing
Air Conditioner
The appliance is not intended for use by young children or the infirm person without
supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
OPERATION CONDITION
OPERATION CONDITION
Use this air conditioner under the following temperature range
Temperature (°C) Indoor Outdoor
*DBT *WBT *DBT *WBT
COOLING Maximum 32 23 43 26
Minimum 16 11 16 11
HEATING Maximum 30 - 24 18
Minimum 16 - -5 -6
* DBT: Dry bulb temperature
* WBT: Wet bulb temperature
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTE :
NOTE :
The illustrations in this manual are
for explanation purposes only and
may differ from the actual unit. It is
subjected to change without notice
for future improvement.
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Battery Disposal
The batteries must be recycled or disposed of properly.
END-OF-LIFE DISPOSAL
“Instructions for end-user” for air conditioners:
Information on Disposal in other countries outside the European Union
This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your
installer, dealer or local authority and ask for the correct method of disposal.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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REGULATORY INFORMATION
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW &
OPERATIONS
4~5
CARE & CLEANING
6
TROUBLESHOOTING
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QUICK GUIDE
BACK COVER

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TIMER
TEMP
SET CHECK CLOCK RESET
RCAC
MODE
OFF ON
/
POWERFUL
QUIET
MODE
FAN SPEED
SET
ON
CANCEL
OFF
AIR SWING
PRODUCT OVERVIEW & OPERATIONSPRODUCT OVERVIEW & OPERATIONS
Front panel
Receiver
Auto OFF/ON button
• Used when remote control is misplaced
or malfunction.
Action Mode
Press once. Auto
Press and hold until 1 beep
is heard, then release. Cooling
Press and hold until 1 beep
is heard, then release.
Press again until 2 beeps,
then release.
Heating
Press the button to turn off.
Airflow direction
louver
• Do not adjust
by hand.
e-ion AIR PURIFYING SYSTEM
Do not touch during operation
e-ion filters Active e-ion Power
Module Active e-ion Generator
Maximum distances: 8m
Remote control
display
INDICATOR
TO TURN ON OR OFF THE UNIT
• Please be aware of the OFF indication on the remote control
display to prevent the unit from starting / stopping improperly.
TO SET TEMPERATURE
• Selection range: 16˚C ~ 30˚C.
• Operating the unit within the recommended temperature could
induce energy saving.
HEAT mode : 20˚C ~ 24˚C.
COOL mode : 26˚C ~ 28˚C.
DRY mode : 1˚C ~ 2˚C lower than room temperature.
TO SELECT OPERATION MODE
AUTO mode - For your convenience
• Unit selects operation mode every 30 minutes according to
temperature setting, outdoor and room temperature. During
operation mode selection the power indicator blinks.
HEAT mode - To enjoy warm air
• Unit takes a while to warm up. The power indicator blinks during
this operation.
COOL mode - To enjoy cool air
DRY mode - To dehumidify the environment
• Unit operates at low fan speed to give a gentle cooling operation.

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TO SET THE TIMER
TO SET THE TIMER
• , , and can be activated
in all modes and can be cancelled by pressing the
respective button again.
• and or and can not
be activated at the same time.
• and can be activated even when the
unit is turned off. In this condition, once e-ion indicator
is ON, the unit will operate with AUTO fan speed and
air swing.
TO SELECT FAN SPEED
(5 OPTIONS)
• For AUTO, the indoor fan speed is automatically
adjusted according to the operation mode.
AIR SWING TO ADJUST AIRFLOW DIRECTION
(5 OPTIONS)
• Keeps the room ventilated.
• If AUTO is set, the louvers swing left/right and
up/down automatically.
• In heat mode, the air blows horizontally for a while,
then starts to blow downwards and the airflow louvers
start to swing left/right after the temperature rises.
TO MONITOR AIR QUALITY
• Patrol sensor detects air quality.
• When air quality is unsatisfactory, e-ion operation will
start automatically.
TO ENJOY CLEAN AIR
• This operation produces negative ions to attract dust
which will then be captured at the positively charged
e-ion filters.
TO ENJOY QUIET ENVIRONMENT
• This operation reduces indoor and outdoor units
noise.
TO ACHIEVE TEMPERATURE
QUICKLY
• This operation will stop automatically after 20
minutes.
• To turn ON or OFF the unit at a preset time.
Select ON or
OFF timer.
Set the time. Confirm.
• To cancel ON or OFF timer, press or then
press .
• When ON Timer is set, the unit may start earlier (up
to 30 minutes) before the actual set time in order to
achieve the desired temperature on time.
• Timer operation is based on the clock set in the remote
control and repeats daily once set. For clock setting,
please refer to Remote Control Preparation at back
cover.
• If timer is cancelled manually or due to power failure,
you can restore the previous setting (once power is
resumed) by pressing .
OPTIONAL SETTINGS
OPTIONAL SETTINGS
Patrol starts automatically with the unit
switched on with .
Press and hold for 5 seconds, then release
to disable or restore this setting.
Press and hold for 5 seconds to dim or
restore the unit’s indicator brightness.
Press and hold for approximately 10
seconds to show temperature setting in
°C or °F.
Press and hold for approximately 5 seconds
to show 12-hour (am/pm) or 24-hour time
indication.
Press to restore the remote control’s default
setting.
, Not used in normal operations.
Set the temperature 1°C higher in cool mode or 2°C
lower in heat mode than the desired temperature to
achieve a 10% power saving.
Use curtains to screen off sunlight and outdoor heat to
reduce power consumption during cool mode.

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CARE & CLEANINGCARE & CLEANING
e-ion FILTERS
e-ion FILTERS
•Switch off the power supply before cleaning.
•Do not touch the aluminium fin, sharp part may cause injury.
• Clean the filters regularly.
• Wash/rinse the filters gently with water
to avoid damage to the filter surface.
• Dry the filters thoroughly under
the shade, away from fire or direct
sunlight.
• Replace any damage filter.
ACTIVE e-ion GENERATOR
ACTIVE e-ion GENERATOR
FRONT PANEL
FRONT PANEL
Raise and pull to remove. Wash
gently and dry.
Remove
Remove
WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
WASHING INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not use benzene, thinner or scouring powder.
• Use only soap ( pH7) or neutral household detergent.
• Do not use water hotter than 40°C.
ACTIVE e-ion POWER MODULE
ACTIVE e-ion POWER MODULE
Clean with dry cotton bud.
• Active e-ion generator
cleaning is recommended
every 6 months.
INDOOR UNIT
INDOOR UNIT
Wipe the unit gently with a soft,
dry cloth.
HINTS
HINTS
• Clean the filter regularly for best performance and to
reduce power consumption.
• Please consult your nearest dealer for seasonal
inspection.
FOR SEASONAL INSPECTION AFTER EXTENDED
FOR SEASONAL INSPECTION AFTER EXTENDED
NON-USE
NON-USE
• Checking of remote control batteries.
• No obstruction at air inlet and air outlet vents.
• After 15 minutes of operation, it is normal to have the
following temperature difference between air inlet and air
outlet vents:
Cooling: ≥8°C Heating: ≥14°C
NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS
NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS
TURN OFF POWER SUPPLY then CALL Authorized
Distributor under the following conditions:
• Abnormal noise during operation.
• Water/foreign particles have entered the remote control.
• Water leaks from Indoor unit.
• Circuit breaker switches off frequently.
• Power cord becomes unnaturally warm.
• Switches or buttons are not functioning properly.
FOR EXTENDED NON-USE
FOR EXTENDED NON-USE
• Activate heat mode for 2~3 hours to thoroughly dry the unit.
• Turn off the power supply.
• Remove the remote control batteries.
ALUMINIUM FIN
ALUMINIUM FIN
CAUTION

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Symptom
Symptom
Check
Check
Heating/Cooling operation is not working
efficiently.
• Set the temperature correctly.
• Close all doors and windows.
• Clean or replace the filters.
• Clear any obstruction at the air inlet and air outlet vents.
Noisy during operation. • Check if the unit has been installed at an incline.
• Close the front panel properly.
Remote control does not work.
(Display is dim or transmission signal is weak.)
• Insert the batteries correctly.
• Replace weak batteries.
The unit does not work. • Check if the circuit breaker is tripped.
• Check if timers have been set.
The unit does not receive the signal from the
remote control.
• Make sure the receiver not obstructed.
• Certain fluorescent lights may interfere with signal transmitter. Please
consult your nearest dealer.
Patrol sensor or e-ion indicator on the indoor
unit is blinking. • Press or twice. If the patrol sensor or e-ion indicator still
blinking, please consult your nearest dealer.
NOTE :
NOTE :
Symptom
Symptom
Cause
Cause
Mist emerges from indoor unit. • Condensation effect due to cooling process.
Water flowing sound during operation. • Refrigerant flow inside the unit.
The room has a peculiar odour. • This may due to damp smell emitted by the wall, carpet, furniture or
clothing.
Indoor fan stops occasionally during automatic
fan speed setting.
• This helps to remove the surrounding odours.
Operation is delayed a few minutes after
restart.
• The delay is a protection to the unit’s compressor.
Outdoor unit emits water/steam. • Condensation or evaporation occurs on pipes.
Timer indicator is always on. • The timer setting repeats daily once set.
Power indicator blinks during operation and
the indoor fan is stopped.
• The unit is in defrost mode, and the melted frost is drained from the
outdoor unit.
Indoor fan stops occasionally during heating
operation.
• To avoid unintended cooling effect.
Power indicator blinks before the unit is
switched on.
• This is a preliminary step in preparation for the operation when the ON
timer has been set.
Cracking sound during operation. • Changes of temperature cause the expansion/contraction of the unit.
The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction.
The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction.
Check the following before calling for servicing.
Check the following before calling for servicing.
The unit stops and the timer indicator blinks.
The unit stops and the timer indicator blinks.
1Press for 5
seconds.
3Press for 5
seconds to quit
checking.
2Press until you hear
beep sound, then jot
down the error code.
• Turn the unit off and reveal the error code to your nearest dealer.
TROUBLESHOOTINGTROUBLESHOOTING
• The unit may be operable
(with 4 beeps) on a limited
basis, depending on the
error.

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1
AUTO HEAT
DRY COOL
Select the desired mode.
2
Start/stop the operation.
3
Set the desired temperature.
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TIMER
TEMP
SET CHECK CLOCK RESET
RCAC
MODE
OFF ON/
POWERFUL QUIETMODE
FAN SPEED
SETON
CANCEL OFF
AIR SWING
Remote Control Preparation
Remote Control Preparation
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F565729
Printed in Malaysia
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QUICK GUIDEQUICK GUIDE
1Press and pull out
2Insert AAA or R03 batteries (can be used ~ 1 year)
3Press CLOCK
4Set time
5Confirm
6Close the cover