Panasonic CS-E7LKR User manual

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F567536
Operating Instructions
Air Conditioner
Model No.
Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit
CS-E7LKR CU-E7LKR
CS-E9LKR CU-E9LKR
CS-E12LKR CU-E12LKR
CS-E15LKR CU-E15LKR
CS-E18LKR CU-E18LKR
CS-E21LKR CU-E21LKR
CS-E24LKR CU-E24LKR
CS-E28LKR CU-E28LKR
QUICK GUIDE
QUICK GUIDE
Before operating the unit, read these operating
instructions thoroughly and keep them for future
reference.

2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To prevent personal injury, injury to others, or property damage, please
comply with the following.
Incorrect operation due to failure to follow instructions below may cause
harm or damage, the seriousness of which is classified as below:
WARNING
WARNING
This sign warns of death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION
This sign warns of injury or damage to
property.
The instructions to be followed are classified by the following symbols:
This symbol denotes an action that is
PROHIBITED.
These symbols denote an actions that
is COMPULSORY.
WARNING
WARNING
INDOOR UNIT AND OUTDOOR UNIT
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.
Please consult authorized dealer or specialist to repair, install,
remove and reinstall the unit. Improper installation and handling will
cause leakage, electric shock or fire.
Do not install the unit in a potentially explosive or flammable
atmosphere. Failure to do so could result in fire.
Do not insert your fingers or other objects into the air
conditioner indoor or outdoor unit, rotating parts may
cause injury.
Do not touch the outdoor unit during lightning, it may cause electric
shock.
REMOTE CONTROL
Do not allow infants and small children to play with the remote
control to prevent them from accidentally swallowing the batteries.
Thank you for purchasing
Panasonic Air Conditioner
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS2~3
INFORMATION 3
REMOTE CONTROL 4~5
INDOOR UNIT 6
TROUBLESHOOTING 7
QUICK GUIDE
BACK COVER
OPERATION CONDITION
OPERATION CONDITION
Use this air conditioner under the following
temperature range
Temperature (°C) Indoor
*DBT *WBT
COOLING Max. 32 23
Min. 16 11
HEATING Max. 30 -
Min. 16 -
Temperature (°C) Outdoor
*DBT *WBT
COOLING Max. 46 26
Min. 16 11
HEATING Max. 24 18
Min. -15 -16
* DBT: Dry bulb temperature
* WBT: Wet bulb temperature
Air Inlet
Air Inlet
Air Outlet
Air Outlet
Air Outlet
Air Outlet
Air Inlet
Air Inlet
Air Inlet
Air Inlet
Indoor
Unit
Power
Supply
Remote
Control
Outdoor
Unit
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.

3
CAUTION
CAUTION
INDOOR UNIT AND OUTDOOR UNIT
Do not wash the indoor unit with water, benzene, thinner
or scouring powder.
Do not use for other purpose such as preservation of
food.
Do not use any combustible equipment in front of the
airflow outlet to avoid propagation fire.
Do not expose yourself directly to cold air for a long
period.
Do not sit or step on the unit, you may fall
down accidentally.
Do not touch the sharp aluminium fin, sharp
parts may cause injury.
Do not switch ON the indoor unit when waxing the floor.
After waxing, aerate the room properly before operating
the unit.
Do not install the unit in oily and smoky areas.
Ensure drainage pipe is connected properly. Otherwise,
leakage may occur.
Aerate the room regularly.
After long period of use, make sure the installation rack
is not deteriorate to prevent the unit from falling down.
REMOTE CONTROL
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
It may damage the remote control.
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.
WARNING
WARNING
POWER SUPPLY
Do not use modified cord, joint
cord, extension cord or unspecified
cord to prevent overheating and
fire.
Do not share the same power outlet with other
equipment to prevent overheating and fire.
Do not operate with wet hands to prevent electric shock.
If the supply cord is damage, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.
It is strongly recommended to be installed with Earth
Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB) or Residual Current
Device (RCD) to prevent electric shock or fire.
This equipment must be earthed to prevent electrical
shock or fire.
Prevent electric shock by switching off the power supply
when:
- Before cleaning or servicing.
- Extended non-use.
- Abnormally strong lightning activity.
INFORMATION
FOR SEASONAL INSPECTIONAFTER EXTENDED NON-USE
• Checking of remote control batteries.
• No obstruction at air inlet and air outlet vents.
• Use Auto OFF/ON button to select Cooling/Heating operation, 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
FOR EXTENDED NON-USE
• Activate Heat mode for 2~3 hours as an alternative to remove moisture left in
the internal parts thoroughly to prevent mould growth.
• Turn off the power supply.
• Remove the remote control batteries.
NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS
TURN OFF POWER SUPPLY then please consult
authorized dealer 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.
Stop using the product when any
abnormality/failure occurs and disconnect
the power plug or turn off the power switch
and breaker.
(Risk of smoke/fire/electric shock)
Examples of
Examples of
abnormality/
abnormality/
failure
failure
• The ELCB trips frequently.
• Burning smell is observed.
• Abnormal noise or vibration of the unit is
observed.
• Water leaks from the indoor unit.
• Power cord or plug becomes abnormally hot.
• Fan speed cannot be controlled.
• The unit stops running immediately even if it
is switched on for operation.
• The fan does not stop even if the operation
is stopped.
Contact immediately your local dealer for
maintenance/repair.

4
REMOTE CONTROL
MODE
ON
OFF
SET
CANCEL
TIMER
TEMP
MODE
AIR SWING
FAN SPEED MILD DRY
ECO PATROL
PATROL
QUIET/POWERFUL
123
SET CHECK CLOCK RESET
AC RC
OFF/ON
AIR CONDITIONER
Press the remote control’s button
1TO TURN ON OR OFF THE UNIT
POWE
R
• Please be aware of the OFF indication on the remote
control display to prevent the unit from starting/stopping
improperly.
2TO 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.
3TO SELECT OPERATION MODE
AUTO mode - For your convenience
• During operation mode selection the power indicator
blinks.
• Unit selects operation mode every 30 minutes according
to temperature setting, outdoor and room temperature.
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
• Use curtains to screen off sunlight and outdoor heat to
reduce power consumption during cool mode.
DRYmode - To dehumidify the environment
• Unit operates at low fan speed to give a gentle cooling
operation.
4TO SELECT FAN SPEED (5 OPTIONS)
FAN
S
PEED
• For AUTO, the indoor fan speed is automatically adjusted
according to the operation mode. E7LKR, E9LKR, E12LKR, E15LKR
Remote
Control display
1
4
9
10
13
3
2
5
11
12
14
5TOADJUST VERTICALAIRFLOW DIRECTION
(5 OPTIONS)
AIR SWING
• Keeps the room ventilated.
• In COOL/DRY mode, if AUTO is set, the louver swing
up/down automatically.
• In HEAT mode, if AUTO is set, the louver fix at
predetermined position.
6TOADJUST AIRFLOW DIRECTION (5 OPTIONS)
(PAGE 5)
AIR SWING
• Keeps the room ventilated.
• In COOL/DRY mode, if AUTO is set, the louver swing
left/right and up/down automatically.
• In HEAT mode, if AUTO is set, the horizontal louver fix at
predetermined position. The vertical louver swing left/right
after the temperature rises.
Maximum
distances: 8m
INDICATOR
PATROL SENSOR (Blue)
POWER (Green)
TIMER (Orange)
QUIET (Orange)
POWERFUL (Orange)
MILD DRY COOLING (Blue)
ECO PATROL (Green)
8
7

5
NOTES
NOTES
QUIET/POWERFUL
,
PATROL
,
ECO PATROL
• Can be activated in all modes and can be cancelled
by pressing the respective button again.
QUIET/POWERFUL
,
ECO PATROL
• Cannot be selected at the same time.
• Cannot be activated during “MILD DRY COOLING”
operation is activated.
TO SET THE TIMER
TO SET THE TIMER
• 2 sets of ON and OFF timers are available to turn ON
or OFF the unit at different preset time.
• Complete below procedures to set each timer:
ON
OFF
1
Cancel
Cancel
2
SET
3
Select ON or OFF timer Set the
time Confirm
• Example of application at living room:
Morning: ON at 07:00 (Wake up)
OFF at 08:00 (Out for work)
Evening: ON at 17:00 (Back home)
OFF at 22:00 (Sleep)
• To cancel ON or OFF timer, press ON or OFF to
select respective or then press
CANCEL
.
• If timer is cancelled manually or due to power failure,
you can restore the timer again by pressing ON or
OFF to select respective or then press SET .
• Upcoming timer will be displayed and will be activated
in sequence.
• When ON Timer is set, the unit may start earlier (up
to 35 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.
11 Press and hold for 5 seconds to dim or restore the
unit’s indicator brightness.
12 Press and hold for approximately 10 seconds to
show temperature setting in °C or °F.
13 Press to restore the remote control’s default setting.
14 Not used in normal operations.
E18LKR, E21LKR, E24LKR, E28LKR
MODE
ON
OFF
SET
CANCEL
TIMER
TEMP
FAN SPEED MILD DRY
QUIET/POWERFUL
123
SET CHECK CLOCK RESET
AC RC
AIR SWING
6
7TO MONITOR HUMAN
PRESENCE & ACTIVITYFOR
ENERGY SAVING
ECO
PATROL
ECO 1 ECO 2 ECO OFF
+3°C
-3°C
Heat Source & Movement Low High
+2°C
-2°C
Set Temperature
None
-1°C
Set Fan Speed
COOL/
DRY Mode
HEAT Mode
*≤Medium
Fan
*
+1 tap
• — ECO 1 - To optimize comfort and energy saving.
• --- ECO 2 - To maximize energy saving.
* Applicable during COOL/DRY Mode only.
8TO MONITORAIR QUALITY
• Detects air quality; e-ion operation activates when air
quality is at dirty level.
• Can be activated even when the unit is turned off.
• Patrol starts automatically with the unit switched on with
OFF/ON
.
9TO IMPROVE HUMIDITYAND
MOISTURE LEVEL
MILD DRY COOLING
• This operation reduces air dryness and provides you with
a comfortable living environment during COOL mode only.
• When vertical airflow direction is set to AUTO, it stops at
lower position to avoid cold air contact. However, you can
adjust the louver direction manually.
10 TO SWITCH BETWEEN QUIET & POWERFUL
Q
UIET/POWERFUL
QUIET POWERFUL NORMAL
TO ENJOY QUIET OPERATION
• This operation reduces airflow noises.
TO REACH TEMPERATURE QUICKLY
• This operation will stop automatically
after 4 hours.
POWERFUL

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MILD DRY COOLING
ECO PATROL
INDOOR UNIT
1INDOOR UNIT
• Wipe the unit gently with a soft, dry cloth.
2FRONT PANEL
Remove Front Panel
• Raise and pull to remove the front panel.
• Wash gently and dry.
Close Front Panel
• Press down both ends of the front panel to close it
securely.
3REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER
4ALUMINIUM FIN
5ECO PATROL SENSOR
6HORIZONTAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION LOUVER
E7LKR, E9LKR, E12LKR, E15LKR
• Manually adjustable.
E18LKR, E21LKR, E24LKR, E28LKR
• Do not adjust by hand.
7VERTICALAIRFLOW DIRECTION LOUVER
• Do not adjust by hand.
8AUTO OFF/ON BUTTON
• Use when remote control is misplaced or a malfunction occurs.
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.
9e-ion CHARGING WIRE
10 e-ion FILTERS
• 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 damaged filters.
11 ACTIVE e-ion GENERATOR
Clean with dry cotton bud.
• Active e-ion generator cleaning is
recommended every 6 months.
CAUTION
•Switch off the power supply before cleaning.
•Do not touch the aluminium fin, sharp parts may cause injury.
5ECO PATROL SENSOR
• Do not hit or violently press the
sensor or poke it with a sharp
object. This can lead to damage
and malfunction.
• Do not place large objects near
the sensor and keep away heating
units or humidifiers from the
sensor’s detection area. This may
lead to sensor malfunction.
2
3
5
7
8
1
4
6
9
10
11
9, 10 , 11 e-ion AIR PURIFYING
SYSTEM
• Do not touch during operation
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
HINT
HINT
• Do not use benzene, thinner or scouring powder.
• Use only soap ( pH7) or neutral household detergent.
• Do not use water hotter than 40°C.
• To ensure optimal performance of the unit, cleaning
maintenance has to be carried out at regular intervals.
Dirty unit may cause malfunction and you may see error
code “H99”. Please consult authorized dealer.

7
TROUBLESHOOTING
The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction.
The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction.
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 be 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 HEAT mode with no warm air
supply (and louver is closed).
►• The unit is in defrost mode (and AIR SWING is set to
AUTO).
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.
Check the following before calling for servicing.
Check the following before calling for servicing.
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 authorized dealer.
PATROL operation does not work. ►• Press and hold
PATROL
for 15 seconds until beep sound is
heard, press
PATROL
again.
Patrol sensor indicator on the indoor unit is blinking. ►• Press
PATROL
twice. If the patrol sensor indicator still
blinking, please consult authorized dealer.
Notes on “ECO PATROL SENSOR”
Notes on “ECO PATROL SENSOR”
• Sensor may not detect moving objects further than 7m away or beyond detection angle.
• Sensor sensitivity is influenced by indoor unit location, movement speed, temperature range, etc.
• The sensor may mistakenly detects pets, sunlight, certain lighting, fluttering curtains and light reflection as human being.
The unit stops and the timer indicator blinks.
Use remote control to retrieve error code.
CANCEL
TIMER
ON
OFF
12
SET
3
SET CHECK CLOCK RESET
AC RC
1Press for 5
seconds.
3Press for 5
seconds to
quit checking.
2Press until you hear
beep sound, then
write down the error
code.
Note:
• For certain errors, you
may restart the unit for
limited operation with 4
beeps during operation
starts.
4Turn the unit off and reveal the error code to authorized dealer.

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E18LKR, E21LKR,
E24LKR, E28LKR
E7LKR, E9LKR,
E12LKR, E15LKR
MODE
ON
OFF
SET
CANCEL
TIMER
TEMP
MODE
AIR SWING
FAN SPEED MILD DRY
ECO PATROL PATROL
QUIET/POWERFUL
123
SET CHECK CLOCK RESET
AC RC
OFF/ON
AIR CONDITIONER
MODE
ON
OFF
SET
CANCEL
TIMER
TEMP
MODE
FAN SPEED MILD DRY
ECO PATROL PATROL
QUIET/POWERFUL
123
SET CHECK CLOCK RESET
AC RC
OFF/ON
AIR CONDITIONER
AIR SWING
1
2
3
MODE
MODE
AUTO HEAT
DRY COOL
Select the desired mode.
1
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
Start/stop the operation.
2
TEMP
TEMP
Select the desired temperature.
3
Remote Control Preparation
Remote Control Preparation
1
2
6
CANCEL
TIMER
ON
OFF
12
SET
3
SET CHECK CLOCK RESET
AC RC
3 4 5
1Press and pull out
2Insert AAA or R03 batteries (can be used ~ 1 year)
3Press CLOCK
4Set time
5Confirm
6Close the cover
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries
[Information on Disposal in other Countries
outside the European Union]
These symbols are only valid in the European
Union. If you wish to discard these items, please
contact your local authorities or dealer and ask
for the correct method of disposal.
Note for the battery symbol (bottom two
symbol examples):
This symbol might be used in combination with
a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with
the requirement set by the Directive for the
chemical involved.
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