Perfect Aire 1PAMSH30-SZW-16 User manual

Before using your air conditioner, please read
this manual carefully and keep it for future reference along with your receipt.
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INVERTER SINGLE ZONE
SPLIT-TYPE AIR
CONDITIONER
This manual provides the information needed for
proper use and maintenance of this air conditioner.
Basic preventive care can help extend the life of
this unit. The “Troubleshooting Tips” contains a
chart with solutions to the most common problems.
Referring to this section may save time and prevent
the need for a service call in the event of a problem.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
OPERATION TIPS
TROUBLESHOOTINGTIPS
Warning ..................................................................................................................................2
Caution ...................................................................................................................................3
Parts names ...........................................................................................................................4
Operating temperature.............................................................................................................6
Manual operation ....................................................................................................................6
Airflow direction control .........................................................................................................7
How the air conditioner works ...............................................................................................8
Care and maintenance .........................................................................................................9
Operation tips .......................................................................................................................11
Troubleshooting tips .............................................................................................................13
Contact an authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.
Contact the installer for installation of this 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.
Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
air conditioner .
Installation work must be performed in accordance with national or local wiring
standards by authorized personnel only.
CAUTION

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions
must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage.
The seriousness is classifiedbythe following indications.
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
WARNING
Always do this.
Never do this.
CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.
Always ensure effective
grounding.
Disconnect the power if
strange sounds, smell, or
smoke comes from it.
No grounding may cause
electric shock.
It may cause fire and
electric shock.
It may cause electric shock
or fire due to heat generation.
It may cause electric shock.
It may cause failure of
machine or electric shock.
It contains contaminants
and could make you sick.
This could cause health
issues.
No installation may cause
fire and electric shock.
It may cause electric shock.
It may cause failure and
electric shock.
Do not operate or stop the
unit by switching on or off
the power.
Do not operate with wet
hands or in damp
environment.
Do not allow water to run
into electric parts.
Never drink water drained
from air conditioner.
Do not direct airflow direct-
ly at room occupants.
Always install circuit
breaker and a dedicated
power circuit.
Do not open the unit
during operation.
Do not disassemble or
modify unit.
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WARNING
Use the correctly rated
breaker or fuse.
There is risk of fire or
electric shock.
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Ventilate room before
operating air conditioner
if there is a gas leakage
from anotherappliance.
It may cause explosion,
fire and burns.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION
When the air filter is to be
removed, do not touch the
metal parts of the unit.
It may cause an injury.
Do not clean unit when
power is on as it may cause
fire and electric shock, it may
cause an injury.
Unit and circuit breaker/fuse
must be switched off when
cleaning.
Use caution when unpacking
and installing. Sharp edges
could cause injury.
Do not clean the indoor unit
with water. Use only soft
cloth or slightly damp cloth.
Water may enter the unit and
degrade the insulation. It may
cause an electric shock.
This could injure the pet or
plant.
Do not put a pet or house
plant where it will be
exposed to direct air flow.
Ensure proper ventalation,
especially in rooms with
a stove or other appliance
An oxygen shortage
may occur.
Do not use this air cond-
itioner to preserve preci-
sion devices, food, pets,
plants, and art objects.
It may cause deterioration
of quality, etc.
Not doing this may
cause failure of
product or fire.
Use only as
intended.
Turn off the main power
switch when not using
the unit for a long time.
If water enters the unit, turn
the unit off and disconnect
the power, contact a
qualified service technician.
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It may cause failure of
appliance or accident.
Cleaners or detergents may
change the color or scratch
the surface of the unit.
Do not place obstacles
around air-inlets or inside
of air-outlet.
Use only a soft cloth to
clean the unit.
Prolonged exposure to outdoor
elements may cause damage
to installation bracket causing
unit to fall.
Periodically check the
outdoor installation bracket
for damage as necessary.
Operation without filters
may cause failure.
Always insert the filters
securely. Clean filter
once every two weeks.
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OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
Partsnames
Outdoor unit
Indoor unit
NOTE:
All the pictures in this manual
are for explanation purposes
only.Your air conditioner may
be slightly different.
The actual shape shall prevail.
1. Signal receptor
2. Display panel
3. Panel frame
4. Chassis
5. Front panel
6. Horizontal louver
7. Vertical louver(on some models)
8. Airfilter (under thepanel)
9. Manual control button
10. Remote controlholder
11.Remotecontrol
12. Connecting pipe
13. Drain hose
14. Connecting cable
15. Connective pipe
16. Stop valve
Indoor unit
Outdoor unit
6
5789
1234
13
12
11
Air outlet
Air inlet
Air inlet (rear)
Air inlet (side)
Air outlet
15
16
14
10
MODE
FANSP
EED
M
AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEA
T
FAN
Note: The indoor unit you purchased may look
like one of thefollowing:
(A)
(B)

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OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
LED displaypanel
Signal
receptor
Signal
receptor
Signal
receptor
Signal
receptor
TIMER indicator
This indicator illuminates when
TIMER program is set “ON/OFF”.
AUTO indicator
This indicator illuminates when
the air conditioner is in “AUTO”
operation.
OPERATION FREQUENCY indicator
This display is separated into five zones.
The zones illuminate based on the
compressor current operation. For
example: high frequency will illuminate
more zones.
DEFROST indicator
(For Cooling & Heating models only)
This indicator illuminates when the
air conditioner starts defrosting
automatically or when the warm air
control feature is activated in heating
operation.
TEMPERATURE indicator
CLEAN AIR indication lamp:
Lights up when “CLEAN AIR” feature
is activated.
The display panel of the air conditioner you
purchased may look like one of thefollowing:
(1)
(4)
(2)
(3)
A) Usually it displaysthe temperature
settings.When changing thesetting
temperature, this indicator begins
to flash, and stops 20 seconds later.
B) It displaysthe room temperature
when the air conditioner is in “FAN”
only operation.
C) Displaysthe malfunction code or
protection code.

NOTE: This manual does not include Remote Control Operations, see the
<<RemoteControl Instruction>>packed withthe unit fordetails.
Operating temperature
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Manual operation can be used temporarily in case the remote control is disabled or
maintenance necessary.
OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
Manual operation
Manual control
button
Front panel
AUTO/COOL
Open and liftthe front panel up to an angle
until it remains fixed withaclicking sound.
Onepress of themanual control button will
lead to theforcedAUTOoperation. If you
pressthe buttontwice within five seconds,
the unit will operate under forcedCOOL
operation.
Closethe panel firmlytoits original
position.
This button is used for testing purposes
only.You should not choose it.
To restore the remote control operation,
use the remote control directly.
CAUTION:
1
3
2
NOTE:The unit must be turned offbefore
operating themanual control button. If the
unit is operational, continue pressing the
manual control button until the unit is off.
Mode
Temperature
Room temperature
Outdoor temperature
1. Optimum performance will be achieved within these operating temperatures. If air
conditioner is used outside of the above conditions, certain safety protection features
might come into operation and cause the unit to function abnormally.
2. Room relative humidity less than 80%. If the air conditioner operates in excess of this
figure, the surface of the air conditioner may attract condensation. Please set the vertical
air flow louver to its maximum angle (vertically to the floor), and set HIGH fan mode.
NOTE:
Cooling operation Heating operationDrying operation
62ºF(17ºC)
For the models with low
temperature cooling system
86ºF(30ºC) 50ºF(10ºC)
32ºF~122ºF
(0ºC~50ºC)
(5ºF~122ºF/-15ºC~50ºC
5ºF~86ºF
(-15ºC~30ºC)
32ºF~122ºF
(0ºC~50ºC)

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OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
Airflow direction control
Adjust theair flowdirection properly, otherwise, it
may cause discomfort or cause uneven room
temperatures.
Adjust the horizontal louverusing theremote
control.
Adjust theverticallouvermanually.
To set the vertical air flow (Up--Down) direction
Performthisfunction whilethe unit is in operation.
Usethe remote controltoadjustthe airflow
direction. Thehorizontallouver canbemoved at
O
a range of 6 for each press, or swing up and down
automatically. Pleaserefer to the “REMOTE
CONTROL OPERATION MANUAL” for details.
To set the horizontal air flow direction (left - right)
Move the vertical louver manually to adjust the air flow
in the direction you prefer.
IMPORTANT: Before adjusting the vertical louvers, the
supply power must be disconnected.
For some models, the vertical louver can be adjusted
by using the remote control. Please refer to the
“REMOTE CONTROL OPERATION MANUAL”
for details.
Do not operate the air conditioner for long periods with
the air flow direction set downward in cooling or
dehumidifying mode. Otherwise, condensation may
occur on the surface of the horizontal louver causing
moisture to drop on to the floor or on furnishings.
Do not move the horizontal louver manually unless it is
necessary. Always use the remote control.
When the air conditioner is started immediately after it
was stopped, the horizontal louver might not move for
approximately 10 seconds.
Open angle of the horizontal louver should not be set
too small, as COOLING or HEATING performance may
be impaired due to too restricted air flow area.
Do not operate unit with horizontal louver in closed
position.
When the air conditioner is connected to power (initial
power), the horizontal louver may generate a sound for
10 seconds, this isanormal operation.
CAUTION
Range
Range
Vertical
louver

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OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS
Howthe airconditioner works
1hour
1 hour
Set
Temperature
Set
Temperature
Cooling
Heating
SLEEP operation
1hour 1 hour
SLEEP operation
7hourstimer off
7 hours timer off
AUTO operation
When youset the air conditioner in “AUTO” mode, it will
automatically selectcooling, heating (cooling/heating
models only), or fan only operation depending on what
temperatureyou haveselected and theroom
temperature.
The air conditioner will controlroom temperature
automatically around thetemperature point setbyyou.
If the “AUTO” mode is uncomfortable, you can select
desired conditions manually.
SLEEP operation
When you push “SLEEP” button on remote control
during cooling, heating (cooling & heating models only),
or “AUTO” operation, the air conditioner will
automatically increase (cooling) or decrease(heating)
per hour forthe first 2 hours, then hold
steady forthe next5hours, afterthat it will switch off.
This characteristic maintains both energy saving and
comfortin night operation.
DRYING operation
Thefan speed will be automatically controlled under
dry operation.
During thedry operation, if theroom temperatureis
lower than thecompressorstops and won’t
restart until theroom temperatureis above
Optimaloperation
To achieveoptimal performance, please note the
following:
Adjust theair flow directioncorrectly so that it is not
directly blowing on people.
Adjust thetemperature to achievethe highestcomfort
level. Do notadjustthe unit to excessivetemperature
levels.
Closedoors andwindows on “COOL” or “HEAT” modes,
or performancemay be reduced.
Use “TIMER ON” button on the remote control to
select atimeyou want to startyourair conditioner.
Do notput anyobjectnearair inletorair outlet,asthe
efficiency of theair conditionermay be reducedand
theair conditionermay stop running.
Cleanthe airfilter periodically,otherwise coolingor
heatingperformance maybereduced.
Do notoperate unit with horizontal louver in closed
position.
2ºF/1ºC
2ºF/1ºC
2ºF/1ºC
2ºF/1ºC
2ºF/1ºC
50ºF(10ºC)
54ºF(12ºC).

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Cleaning the Grill, Case and Remote Control
A cloth dampened with cold water may be used
on the indoor unit if it is very dirty. Then wipe it
with a dry cloth.
Do not use a chemically treated cloth or duster to
clean the unit.
Do not use benzine, thinner, polishing powder, or
similar solvents for cleaning. These may cause
the plastic surface to crack or deform.
Never use water hotterthan 104ºF/40ºC to clean
thefront panel, it could cause deformation or
discoloration.
CAUTIONS
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Care and maintenance
Turn the system off before cleaning. To clean, wipe with
a soft, dry cloth. Do not use bleach or abrasives.
NOTE: Supply power must be disconnectd before
cleaning the indoor unit.
Filter Handle
Cleaning theair filter
Aclogged air filterreduces thecooling efficiencyof
this unit. Clean thefilter onceevery 2 weeks.
1. Liftthe indoor unit panel up to an angle until it
stops withaclicking sound.
2. Take hold of the handle of the air filterand liftit
up slightly to take it out from thefilter holder,
then pull it downwards.
3. Removethe AIR FILTERfromthe indoor unit.
Clean theAIR FILTER onceevery two weeks.
Clean theAIR FILTER withavacuum cleaner
or water,then dry it in a cool place.