Panasonic CU-UE12ZKF-3 User manual

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Safety Precautions
Warning This signs warns of death or
serious injury
Caution This signs warns of injury
or damage to property
Important Safety Instructions
To prevent injury or property damage or both, following
instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to non-
compliance of instructions may cause harm or damage.
The safety precautions listed here are divided into two
categories. In either case, important safety information is listed
which must be read carefully and followed.
The instructions to be followed are classified by the
following symbols:
WARNING
Unit should not be used by children and people with
reduced physical sensory, mental illness, lack of
knowledge & experience unless they are supervised by an
authorized person responsible for their safety and they
are aware about the hazards involved.
Children should not play with the appliance.
Always consult an authorized agent for repair,
maintenance, service or re-installation. Improper repair
and maintenance activity may result in water leak,
electric shock or fire.
Indoor unit and outdoor unit
Always consult an authorized dealer to confirm regarding
the usage of specific type of refrigerant. Using a
refrigerant other than that specified may result in injury
due explosion or damage to appliance
Do not install the unit in a potentially explosive or
flammable atmosphere, failure to do so may result in fire.
Do not insert your finger 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
result in electric shock.
Do not expose your self directly to the cold air for long
time, it may affect your health.
Do not sit or step on the unit, you may fall accidentally.
Remote Control
Do not allow infants and children to play with the remote
they may accidentally solve the batteries.
Power Supply
Do not use modified cord, joint cord,
extension cord or unspecified cord to
prevent overheating of fire.
To prevent possibility of overheating, fire or electric
shock:
•Do not share the same power outlet with other
equipment.
•Do not operate with wet hands.
•Do not over bend the power supply cord
•Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or pulling
out the power plug.
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Use complete power cord without joints. In situations where
the usage of complete power cord without joints is not
possible, use and approved connection means. For example,
socket and plug.
•If the power cord is damage it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or authorized service agent or a similarly
qualified person in order to avoid hazard
•It is strongly recommended to install an earth leakage
circuit breaker (ELCB) or residual circuit device
(RCD) to prevent electric shock or fire.
•To prevent overheating, fire or electric shock,
oInsert the power plug power properly
oDust on the power plug should be
periodically wiped with a dry cloth.
In case any abnormality or failure is observed immediately
disconnect the power supply and remove the plug from the
socket. Examples of abnormalities or failures:
•The ELCB trips frequently
•Burning smell is observed
•Anormal noise or vibration in the unit is observed
•Water leak from the indoor unit
•Power cord or plug becomes abnormally hot.
•Fan speed cannot be controlled
•Unit stops running immediately even if the power
supply is on.
•Fan does not stop even if the operation is stopped.
This equipment must be earthed to prevent any possibility
of electric shock or fire.
Switch off the power supply and remove the plug from the
socket during following situations:
•Before cleaning or servicing
•When unit is expected to remain out of use for long
period of time
•During abnormal condition such as lightning.
Caution
•Do not wash the indoor unit with water, benzene, thinner
or any other scouring powder, it may damage the unit or
cause corrosion.
•Do not use the unit for preservation of precise equipment,
food, animal, plants, artwork or other objects.
•Do not use any combustible material in front of the air
outlet, it may cause fire propagation.
•Do not expose plants or pets directly to the airflow.
•Do not touch the sharp aluminum fins or other sharp parts,
it may cause injury.
•Do not switch on the indoor unit when waxing the floor.
After waxing the floor area, aerate (ventilate) the room
properly before operating the unit.
•Do not install the unit in oily and smoky areas, it may
damage the unit.
•Do not dismantle unit for cleaning or any other purpose by
yourself, it may cause injury.
•Do not step onto an unstable platform when cleaning the
unit, you may fall accidently.
•Do not replace a vase or water container on the unit, water
may enter the unit and degrade the insulation, this may
result in electric shock.
•Do not open the window or door for long time during
dry/cool mode operation.
Indoor unit and outdoor unit
Prevent water leakage by ensuring that drainpipe is
•Connected properly
•Clear from obstruction (like mud accumulation in pipe)
•Not immersed in water
•After a long period of use or use with any combustible
material ventilate the room.
•Regularly inspect the installation rack / mountings /
bench to ensure that it is in good condition and there is
no danger of the unit falling.
Remote Control
Do not use any rechargeable battery (e.g., Ni-Cd) as it
may damage the remote control
To prevent any malfunction or damage to remote control:
•Remove the batteries in the unit if the unit is expected to
be out of use for long time.
•Use batteries of same type.
•Insert the batteries observing polarity.
Do not disconnect the plug by pulling the cord, it may
result in electric shock.
Power Supply
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NAMES OF PARTS
Note: Figures shown here are for explanation purpose only and
may differ from actual model
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INDOOR UNIT INDICATOR
Indicator for timer, temperature and error codes.
Timer operation
Sleep mode
This symbol appears when the unit is in operation and disappears
when switched off
Symbol appears during power on time (stand by).
Note: Shape and position of switches / buttons indicated here may differ from actual model, but they function is same.
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REMOTE CONTROL
The appliance is preset with auto restart function by the
manufacturer. In case of a sudden power failure the
module memorize all the setting set by user. when the
power supply is stored, the unit will start automatically
with all the previous settings saved by the memory
function.
To deactivate auto restart function, proceed as follows: 1.
1. Switch the air conditioner off and unplug from the
main supply.
2. Re-plug the unit and press emergency button.
3. Keep pressing the emergency button till you hear 4
short beeps from the unit. AUTO-RESTART function is
deactivated.
To activate the AUTO-RESTART function follow the
same process till you hear 3 short beeps.
AUTO RESTART FUNCTION
In case the remote control is not functioning, please
proceed as follows:
Open and lift the front panel up to an angle that makes
emergency button within your reach:
1. One press will activate forced cooling operation.
2. Two press within 3 sec will activate forced heating
function.
3. To switch off the unit, long press the emergency
button.
4. After 30 minutes in forced operation, the air
conditioner will switch to cooling mode with set
temperature of 23°C and fan speed will be in AUTO
mode.
I-FEEL function is described later in the manual.
EMERGENCY FUNCTION
Note:
1. Shape and position of switches / buttons indicated here may differ from actual model, but they function is same.
2. External static pressure for all heat pump models is 0 Pa.
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REMOTE CONTROL
Note: Display and some functions on remote control may differ from model to model.
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S. No Key/Button Function
1 To turn ON/OFF the unit
2 To increase temperature or time setting
3 To decrease temperature or time setting
4 MODE To select mode of operation (AUTO/COOL/DRY/FAN/HEAT)
To activate/deactivate the ECO function
Long press to activate/deactivate the 8°C heating function (Not availabel in all models)
6 TURBO To activate/deactivate the TURBO function
7 FAN To select fan speed AUTO/LOW/MID/HIGH
8 TIMER To selcet timer function ON/OFF
9 SLEEP To activate/deactivate the SLEEP function
10 DISPLAY To switch ON/OFF the LED display
11 SWING To STOP/START horizontal louver movement or set the desired direction of flow UP/DOWN
12 SWING To STOP/START vertical louver movement or set the desired direction of flow LEFT/RIGHT
13 I-FEEL To activate/deactivate the I-FEEL function (Not availabel in all models)
To activate/deactivate the MUTE function
Long press to activate/deactivate theGEN function (Not availabel in all models)
15 ANTI-MILDEW To activate/deactivate the ANTI-MILDEW function
16 MODE + TIMER To activate/deactivate the CHILD-LOCK function
17 To activate/deactivate the SELF-CLEAN function (Not availabel in all models)
18 FAN + MUTE To activate/deactivate the GENTLE WIND function (Not availabel in all models)
19 SLEEP + DISPLAY To activate/deactivate the HEALTH function (Not availabel in all models)
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ECO
MUTE
REMOTE CONTROL
Note:
1. Display and some functions on remote control may differ from model to model.
2. Shape and position of switches / buttons indicated here may differ from actual model, but they function is same.
3. Unit confirm the correct reception of each signal by beep sound.
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REMOTE CONTROL
•Remove the battery cover from the rear of the remote control by sliding it in the direction shown by the arrow.
•Put the batteries in place according to the direction as shown in the remote control
•Put the back cover in place by sliding it into the slot provided.
Replacement of Batteries
•Use two quantity LRO3 AAA (1.5V) batteries.
•Do not use rechargeable batteries.
•Replace the old batteries with the new one of same type
when display is no longer legible.
•Do not dispose the batteries as unsorted municipal waste,
collection of such waste separately for special treatment is
necessary.
In some models of remote control additional manual switch is provided at the back of the remote
control in the battery section. This switch can be operated as shown below:
•Direct the remote control towards the air conditioner.
•Ensure that there is no object between remote controller and signal receptor in the indoor unit.
•Do not expose the remote controller to sun rays.
•Keep the remote controller at least 1m away from television and other electrical appliances.
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REMOTE CONTROL
Cooling Mode
The cooling function allows the air conditioner to cool
the room and at the same time reduce the humidity in
air.
To activate the cooling function (COOL), press MODE
button till the symbol appears on the display.
The cooling cycle is activated by setting the
temperature lower than that of the room.
To optimize the performance of air conditioner, adjust:
1. Temperature
2. Fan speed
3. Direction of air
To activate FAN mode, press MODE button till the
symbol appears on the display. In FAN mode only
air ventilation happens.
FAN Mode
This functions reduces the humidity in the room. To set
DRY mode, press MODE key till appears on
display. An automatic cycle of cooling and fan mode is
activated.
DRY Mode
This means automatic mode. To activate AUTO model
press MODE button till the symbol appears on
display.
In this mode run will be set automatically depending on
room temperature.
AUTO Mode
Heating Mode
The heating function allows the air conditioner to
produce hot air. To activate the heating function (HEAT),
press MODE button till the symbol appears on the
display.
The heating cycle is activated by setting the temperature
higher than that of the room.
To optimize the performance of air conditioner, adjust:
1. Temperature
2. Fan speed
3. Direction of air
The appliance is fitted with a hot smart function,
which allows appliance to startup in few seconds
and ensure immediate output of hot air.
In HEATING operation, appliance can
automatically activate a defrost cycle, which is
essential to free the condenser from excessive
deposit of frost. This procedure usually last for 2-
10 minutes. During defrost fan stops operation.
After defrosting is completed, unit will return to
HEATING mode.
With this function user can change the speed of fan.
Press FAN button and change the speed.
Fan speed will change in cycle as AUTO / MUTE /
LOW / LOW-MID / MID / HIGH-MID / HIGH /
TURBO.
FAN Speed
Child Lock
Long press MODE and TIMER key together to activate
this function., repeat the same step to deactivate.
Once activated no key will function on remote.
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REMOTE CONTROL
TIMER MODE – TIMER ON
ON-TIMER can be set only when unit is off. To set
the time of automatic switch on please follow the
steps below:
1. Press button for the first time to set the
switch on time, symbol and will appear
on the remote display.
2. Press button to set desired on time. Each
time you press the button the time will increase/
decrease by half an hour between 0 and 10 and
by 1 hour between 10 and 24 hours.
3. Press TIMER button again to confirm.
4. After setting the ON time, select the desired the
desired mode (COOL / HEAT / AUTO / FAN /
DRY), fan speed and temperature.
Press TIMER button again to cancel.
To automatically switch on the appliance
1. Press this swing button to activate the louvers:
1.1 Press to activate the horizontal louvers, they
swing in up and down direction. Symbol will
appear on the remote display.
Press again to stop the swing movement at the current
angle.
1.2 Press to activate the horizontal louvers, they
swing in up and down direction. Symbol will
appear on the remote display.
Press again to stop the swing movement at the current
angle.
2. Do not adjust the vertical louvers manually in
models which have mechanically controlled vertical
louvers, doing so may damage the delicate link
mechanism.
3. Press horizontal swing and vertical swing together
to activate self cleaning function (this feature is
available in selected models).
To activate TURBO function, press the TURBO
button and symbol will appear on the display. To
cancel press again.
In cool heat mode when you select TURBO feature
the unit will on quick cool or quick heat mode and
operate at the highest fan speed to blow strong air
flow.
TIMER MODE – TIMER OFF
To automatically switch off the appliance
ON-TIMER can be set only when unit is on. To set
the time of automatic switch on please follow the
steps below:
1. Press button for the first time to set the
switch off time, symbol and will appear
on the remote display.
2. Press button to set desired on time. Press
TIMER button again to confirm.
Press TIMER button again to cancel.
SWING FUNCTION
•Louver adjustment must be done when the
unit is switched off.
•Never put your finger, stick or other object in
the air inlet or outlet. Accidental contact with
live parts may cause serious injury.
TURBO FUNCTION
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REMOTE CONTROL
MUTE FUNCTION ECO FUNCTION
1. Press MUTE button to active this function,
symbol will appear on the remote display.
Press gain to deactivate.
2. During mute function, the remote controller will
display AUTO FAN speed and the indoor will
run at lowest fan speed to give a quiet
atmosphere.
the MUTE function will get cancelled. MUTE
function cannot be operated during DRY mode.
SLEEP FUNCTION
Press SLEEP button to active SLEEP function,
symbol will appear on the display. Press again
to cancel.
After 10 hours of running in SLEEP mode the unit
will shift to previously set mode.
I-FEEL FUNCTION (Optional)
Press I-FEEL button to active I-FEEL function,
symbol will appear on the display. Press again
to cancel.
This function enables remote controller to check the
room temperature at its current location and send this
signal to unit. Now unit will optimize the flow to give
a comfortable atmosphere.
This function will get deactivated after 2 hours.
Press ECO button to active ECO function, will
appear on the display. Press again to cancel.
Note: ECO function is available in both cooling and
heating mode.
Appliance automatically sets the
operation to save energy
DISPLAY FUNCTION
Switch ON/OFF the LED display on
panel.
Press DISPLAY button to switch OF the LED display
on the panel. Press again to switch ON.
ANTI-MILDEW FUNCTION
(Optional)
Press ANTI-MILDEW button to active this function,
symbol will appear on the display. Press again to
cancel.
After running on COOL / DRY mode for more than 30
minutes you can activate this function. During this
function unit will blow strong airflow to dry the inner
parts of unit to prevent dew formation and then unit
will shut down.
Note: ANTI-MILDEW function is only available
during DRY / COOLING mode.
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REMOTE CONTROL
SELF CLEAN FUNCTION
(Optional)
GENTLE WIND FUNCTION
(Optional)
This function is available only in few heat pump
inverter models.
To activate this function, turn OFF the indoor unit
and press and button together at
the same time till you hear a beep sound. Symbol
will appear on the remote display and LED display.
1. This function helps to clear the accumulated dirt,
bacteria etc. from the indoor evaporator.
2. This function runs for 30 minutes, and unit returns
to previously set mode after that.
Press button to cancel this function during the
process. You will hear 2 beeps when the function is
finished or cancelled.
HEALTH FUNCTION
(Optional)
GEN FUNCTION
(Optional)
•It is normal for the unit to have noise during
this operation as plastic material expands when
heated and contracts when cooled.
•We suggest operation this function at following
ambient conditions to avoid certain safety
protection features.
•It is suggested to use this function every 3
months
8°C HEATING FUNCTION
(Optional)
1. Long press ECO button for over 3 seconds to
activate this function, symbol will
appear on the display.
2. This function will start the heating mode when
room temperature is lower than 8°C (46°F) and
will return to standby when temperature reached
9°C (48°F).
3. If the room temperature is higher than 18°C
(64°F), appliance will cancel this function
automatically.
1. Turn ON the unit and switch to COOL mode, long
press FAN and MUTE button together for 3
seconds to activate GENTLE WIND function,
symbol will appear on the display. Press
again to deactivate.
2. This function will auto close the vertical flaps and
give a comfortable gentle wind feeling.
1. Turn ON the unit and long press SLEEP and
DISPLAY button together for 3 seconds to activate
this function, symbol will appear on the display.
Press again to deactivate.
2. During HEALTH function, Ionizer / Plasma /
Bipolar Ionizer / UVC lights (depending on
availability in model) will be activated.
1. Turn ON the unit and long press MUTE button for 3
seconds to activate this function, press again to
deactivate.
2. Under this function short press MUTE button to
select the general type L3-L2-L1-OF.
3. Select OF and wait for 2 seconds to exit.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTION
Any attempt to use this unit under temperature conditions beyond the specified range may cause the air
conditioner protection device to start and unit may fail to operate. Therefore, ensure to use the air conditioner
within the specified limits as mentioned below:
In case of power cut when the units restarts after supply is restored or if the user switch the mode of operation
from one mode to another, the compressor protection device is activated. In this case compressor resumes
operation after 3 minutes.
Characteristics of heating operation (applicable to heat pump models)
Pre-heating:
When heating function is activated, the indoor unit takes 2-5 minutes for preheating, after that the unit will
start heating and blow warm air.
Defrosting:
During heating function frost is slowly accumulated on outdoor unit, under this situation the unit will switch
to defrost mode automatically to improve heating effect. During defrost cycle indoor and outdoor fan will stop
running. Unit will resume heating once defrosts cycle is completed.
Emergency button:
Open the panel and find the emergency button on the control box. Use this button when remote control fails to
operate. (Always press emergency button with insulated material).
Current Status Operation Response Enter Mode
Stand by Press emergency
button once Beeps once Cooling
Stand by (For heat
pumps)
Press emergency
button twice in 3 sec Beeps twice Heating
Running Press emergency
button once Beeps for a while OFF
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING
•Before cleaning ensure to shut down the unit and remove the plug from the
socket.
•Never flush the air conditioner with water.
•Liquids (e.g., thinner or gasoline) damage the unit, so use only soft dry cloth
or wet cloth dipped with neutral detergents to clean the unit.
•Regularly clean the filter. If the unit is operating in dusty environment, ensure
to clean the filter frequently as required.
•After removing the filter screen, ensure not to touch the fins of coil. Failure to
do so may result in injury.
CLEAN THE
UNIT
Note: Frequently clean the unit to keep it clean and tidy.
CLEAN THE
FILTERS
Note: Whenever you notice duct accumulation on the filter, ensure to clean it for
healthy and efficient operation
SERVICE
AND
MAINTENAN
CE
•If the air conditioner is expected to remain out of use for long time, ensure to
remove the batteries from the remote controller and disconnect the plug from
main supply.
•When using the air conditioner after a long time:
Clean the unit and filter.
Ensure that there is no obstacles to air flow at air inlet and outlet of indoor and
outdoor unit.
Ensure drainpipe is free from obstructions.
Put the batteries back in controller.
Take out the filter
from the unit.
Clean the filter with
soap water and dry it
Assemble the filter
back on the unit
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
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This appliance contains refrigerant and other potentially hazardous materials. When disposing of this
appliance, the law requires special collection and treatment. Do not dispose of this product as household waste
or unsorted municipal waste.
Consider following options when disposing of this appliance:
•Dispose of the appliance at designated municipal electronic waste collection facility.
•When buying the new appliance same dealer will take the old appliance free of charge.
•Manufacturer can also take back the old appliance free of charge.
•Sell the appliance to certified scrap dealer.
Disposing of this appliance in the forest or other natural surroundings will endanger the environment,
hazardous substances may leak into ground water and enter the food chain.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
DISPOSAL GUIDELINE (EUROPEAN)
Error codes:
In case of any error or malfunction, cause of error in form of error codes will be displayed on the indoor unit
display. Error code along with their details are mentioned below:
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ACCESSORY LIST
DISASSEMBLY FIGURES
Indoor Unit
Outdoor Unit
•Replacement cord instructions, type Y attachment.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or by an authorized service agent.

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