Panasonic CU-C18HKD User manual

Operating Instructions
Air Conditioner
Indoor Unit Outdoor Unit
CS-C18HKD CU-C18HKD
CS-C24HKD CU-C24HKD
F565770
ENGLISH
ENGLISH
2 ~ 7
2 ~ 7
Before operating the unit, read these
Before operating the unit, read these
operating instructions thoroughly and
operating instructions thoroughly and
keep them for future reference.
keep them for future reference.
FRANÇAIS
8 ~ 13
8 ~ 13
Avant d’utiliser l’appareil, lisez ce mode
d’emploi dans son intégralité et conservez-le
pour toute référence ultérieure.
ESPAÑOL
14 ~ 19
14 ~ 19
Antes de utilizar la unidad, sírvase leer
atentamente estas instrucciones de
funcionamiento y conservarlas como
futuro elemento de consulta.
РУССΚИЙ
РУССΚИЙ
27 ~ 34
27 ~ 34
Перед началом эксплуатации данного
Перед началом эксплуатации данного
устройства внимательно прочитайте
устройства внимательно прочитайте
инструкции по эксплуатации исохраните
инструкции по эксплуатации исохраните
их.
их.
УКРАЇНСЬКА
УКРАЇНСЬКА
35 ~ 42
35 ~ 42
Уважно прочитайте цю інструкцію
Уважно прочитайте цю інструкцію
перед експлуатацією кондиціонера
перед експлуатацією кондиціонера
ізбережіть її для довідок у
ізбережіть її для довідок у
майбутньому.
майбутньому.
QUICK GUIDE / GUIDE RAPIDE
QUICK GUIDE / GUIDE RAPIDE
GUÍA RÁPIDA /
GUÍA RÁPIDA /
КРАТКАЯ ИНСТРУКЦИЯ
КРАТКАЯ ИНСТРУКЦИЯ
ПОЛЬЗОВАТЕЛЯ / КОРОТКА
ПОЛЬЗОВАТЕЛЯ / КОРОТКА
ІНСТРУКЦІЯ
ІНСТРУКЦІЯ
© 2007 Panasonic HA Air-Conditioning (M) Sdn. Bhd.
(11969-T). All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying
and distribution is a violation of law.

2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONSSAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
Outdoor Unit
• Do not sit, step or place anything on
the unit.
• Do not touch the sharp aluminium
fin.
• After long periods of use, make sure
the installation rack is not damaged.
Power Supply
• Do not pull the cord to disconnect the
plug.
• Switch off the power supply and
unplug before cleaning or servicing.
• Turn off the power supply and unplug
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.
Air inlet
Air inlet
Air
Air
outlet
outlet
Air outlet
Air inlet
Air inlet
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.
• Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting
or pulling out the power plug.
• Insert the power plug properly.
• 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.
• Dust on the electric power plug should be
periodically wiped with a dry cloth.
• 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 unplug, and consult your
nearest dealer.
DEFINITION
The instructions to be followed are classified by the following symbols:
This symbol denotes an action
that is PROHIBITED.
These symbols denote actions
that are COMPULSORY.
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.
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 unit.
• Do not attempt to repair the
unit by yourself.
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.
Outdoor Unit
• Do not insert your fingers or other objects
into the unit.

3
Replacement or installation of power plugs shall be performed by authorized/
qualified personnel only. The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:
Terminals wires
live
neutral
colours (GB Standard)
brown
blue
red
black
green-yellow
earth
green/yellow
Wiring colour may vary depending on a country wiring code’s standard.
ENGLISH
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
* 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2
REGULATORY INFORMATION
3
PRODUCT OVERVIEW &
OPERATIONS
4~5
CARE & CLEANING
6
TROUBLESHOOTING
7
QUICK GUIDE
BACK COVER
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.
• Do not switch ON the 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.

4
PRODUCT OVERVIEW & OPERATIONS
Remote control
display
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 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
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
• For cool and dry modes, the range of temperature for selection is
16°C ~ 30°C.
• Operating the unit within the recommended temperature could
induce energy saving.
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 the operation mode according to the room
temperature.
• Once auto mode is selected, the unit will operate at the standard
setting temperature.
• To change the standard setting temperature, press for “HI” or
for “LO”.
Room
temperature
Operation
mode
Standard setting
temperature
HI
(+2°C)
LO
(-2°C)
23°C & above Cool 25°C 27°C 23°C
Below 23°C Dry 22°C 24°C 20°C
COOL mode - To enjoy cool air
DRY mode - To dehumidify the environment
• Unit operates at low fan speed to give a gentle cooling operation.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW & OPERATIONS
INDICATOR
(Green) (Orange) (Orange) (Orange) (Blue)

5
ENGLISH
TO
TO
SET THE TIMER
SET THE TIMER
• To turn ON or OFF the unit at a preset time.
4)-%2
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 15 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 .
TO SELECT FAN SPEED
(3 OPTIONS)
• For AUTO, the indoor fan speed is automatically
adjusted according to the operation mode.
TO ADJUST AIRFLOW
DIRECTION (5 OPTIONS)
• Keeps the room ventilated.
• If AUTO is set, the louvers swing left/right and
up/down automatically.
TO ENJOY CLEAN &
FRESH AIR
• Generates negative ions to produce fresh air effect
and attract dust which will then be captured at the
positively charged e-ion filters.
TO MONITOR AIR
QUALITY Indicator Air Quality
Blue Clean
Orange Moderate
Red Dirty
• Patrol sensor detects air quality.
• When air quality is at dirty
level, e-ion operation will start
automatically.
TO ENJOY QUIET
ENVIRONMENT
• This operation reduces airflow noise.
TO ACHIEVE TEMPERATURE
QUICKLY
• This operation will stop automatically after 15 minutes.
• , , and can be activated
in all modes and can be cancelled by pressing the
respective button again.
• and or and can not be
selected at the same time.
• and can be activated even when the
unit is turned off. In this condition, fan speed and air
swing can not be adjusted.
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 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.

6
CARE & CLEANINGCARE & CLEANING
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.
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
NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS
NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS
TURN OFF POWER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG 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 e-ion operation for 2~3 hours as an alternative to
remove moisture left in the internal parts thoroughly.
• Turn off the power supply and unplug.
• Remove the remote control batteries.
CAUTION
e-ion FILTERS
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 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
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.
ALUMINIUM FIN
ALUMINIUM FIN
•Switch off the power supply and unplug before cleaning.
•Do not touch the aluminium fin, sharp parts may cause injury.

7
ENGLISH
Symptom
Symptom
Check
Check
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.
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.
Cracking sound during operation. • Changes of temperature cause the expansion/contraction of the unit.
Inconsistent airflow during PATROL operation. • Fan speed is adjusted automatically during patrol operation.
Select QUIET operation to maintain the airflow consistency.
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.
TROUBLESHOOTINGTROUBLESHOOTING

1
AUTO
DRY COOL
Select the desired mode.
Sélectionnez le mode de fonctionnement
souhaité.
Seleccione el modo deseado.
Выберите необходимый режим.
Оберіть потрібний режим.
2
Start/stop the operation.
Mettez l’appareil sous/hors tension.
Inicie/detenga el funcionamiento.
Включить/остановить работу.
Початок/завершення роботи.
3Select the desired temperature.
Sélectionnez la température souhaitée.
Seleccione la temperature deseada.
Выберите необходимую температуру.
Установіть потрібну температуру.
12
3
456
QUICK GUIDE/GUIDE RAPIDE/ GUÍA RÁPIDA/
КРАТКАЯ ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПОЛЬЗОВАТЕЛЯ/КОРОТКА ІНСТРУКЦІЯ
Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd.
Web Site: http://www.panasonic.co.jp/global/
F565770 Printed in Malaysia OPTH0801-01
/
1Pull out • Retirez • Quite • ﺐﺤﺳﺍ • Сдвиньте • Витягнути
2Insert AAA or R03 batteries (can be used ~ 1 year) •
Placez des piles AAA ou R03 (valables environ 1 an) •
Inserte pilas AAA o R03 (puede ser usado ~ 1 año) • •
Вставьте батарейки (AAA или R03) (может использоваться ~ 1 год) •
Установіть батарейки ААА або R03 (термін використання ~ 1 рік)
3Close the cover • Fermez le couvercle • Cierre la tapa •
• Закройте крышку • Закрийте відділення для батарейок кришкою
4Press CLOCK • Appuyez sur CLOCK • Presione CLOCK •
• Нажмите кнопку CLOCK • Натисніть кнопку “CLOCK”
5Set time • Réglez l’heure • Ajuste la hora • ﺖﻗﻮﻟﺍ ﻂﺒﺿﺍ
• Установите время • Установити час
6Confirm • Confirmez • Confirmar • ﺪﻛﺄﺗ • Подтверждение • Підтвердити
Remote Control Preparation
Remote Control Preparation
• Préparation De La Télécommande
• Préparation De La Télécommande
•
•
Preparación Del Mando a Distancia
Preparación Del Mando a Distancia
•
•
• Подготовка Пульта Дистанционного Управления КРаботе
• Подготовка Пульта Дистанционного Управления КРаботе
• Підготовка пульту дистанційного керування
• Підготовка пульту дистанційного керування
QUICK GUIDE/GUIDE RAPIDE/ GUÍA RÁPIDA/
КРАТКАЯ ИНСТРУКЦИЯ ПОЛЬЗОВАТЕЛЯ/КОРОТКА ІНСТРУКЦІЯ