Samsung AHT18PGHBA User manual

OWNER’S
INSTRUCTIONS
AHT18PGHBA
AHT18PGHEA
AHT24PGHBA
AHT24PGHEA
Window-type Room Air Conditioner
( Cool and Heater )
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DB98-17335A(1)
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Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions must be taken when using your air conditioner.
◆Users of this product are cautioned not to attempt repair of this product
at their own discretion. Instead, they are requested to directly contact a
designated service center or the outlet at which the product was
purchased.
◆Never spill any kind of liquid into the unit. Should this happen, unplug
or main switch off the unit and contact an authorized service center.
◆Do not insert anything between the air outlet blades because the inner
fan may be damaged and could cause injury. Keep children away from
the unit.
◆Do not place any obstacles in front of the unit.
◆Do not spray liquid of any kind into the indoor unit. Should this happen,
switch off the breaker used for your air conditioner and contact your
installation specialist.
◆Make sure that the unit is correctly ventilated at all times:
Do not place clothing or other materials over it.
◆If the wireless remote control will not be used for a long time, remove
the batteries. (If applicable)
◆When using a wireless remote control, the distance should not be more
than 7 meters from the air conditioner. (If applicable)
WARNING
DURING OPERATION
◆Never store or ship the air conditioner upside down or sideways to
avoid damage to the compressor.
◆The appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons without supervision: Young children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
◆Max current is measured according to IEC standard for safety and
current is measured according to ISO standard for energy efficiency.
OTHERS
◆Before throwing out the device, it is necessary to pull back the battery
cells and get rid of them safely for recycling reasons.
◆When you need to dispose of the unit, consult your dealer. If pipes are
removed incorrectly, refrigerant may blow out and come into contact
with your skin, causing injury. Releasing refrigerant into the atmosphere
also damages the environments.
◆Please recycle or dispose of the packaging material for this product in
an environmentally responsible manner.
D ISPOSING OF THE UNIT
Risk of electric shock. • Can cause injury or death. • Disconnect all
remote electric power supplies before servicing, installing or cleaning.
• This must be done by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
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Contents
◆PREPARING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
■Safety Precautions ......................................................................................... 2
■Air Conditioning Unit - Main Parts, Buttons and Display ............................... 4
■Remote Control - Buttons .............................................................................. 5
■Getting Started ............................................................................................... 6
■Inserting the Remote Control Batteries .......................................................... 7
◆OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
■Cooling Your Room ........................................................................................ 8
■Heating Your Room ........................................................................................ 9
■Airing Your Room ........................................................................................... 10
■Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Horizontally .................................................. 11
■Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Vertically ...................................................... 11
◆PROGRAMMING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
■Setting the On Timer ...................................................................................... 12
■Setting the Off Timer ...................................................................................... 13
■Setting the Sleep Timer .................................................................................. 14
◆RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
■Operating Recommendation ........................................................................... 15
■Temperature and Humidity Ranges ................................................................ 15
■Cleaning Your Air Conditioner ........................................................................ 16
■Solving Common Problems ............................................................................ 17
■Technical Specifications ................................................................................. 18
◆METHOD OF INSTALLATION .................................................................................... 19
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" The high inrush current of the starting compressor motor can have adverse effects to
the operation of other equipment under unfavorable mains conditions. This equipment
does not comply with the relevant technical standards for the limitation of voltage
fluctuations and flicker."
Before connecting this equipment to the power supply system, please report to your
supply authority and obtain the consent.
Do not connect other electric appliances to the same supply lines.
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Air Conditioning Unit - Main Parts, Buttons and Display
Fan speed indicators
(LOW, MED, HIGH)
Temperature adjustment
buttons
Operating mode indicators
(COOL, FAN, HEATER)
Remote Control sensor
Air flow blade swing button
Fan speed adjustment
button
Air flow blade swing indicator
Timer setting button
Timer indicator
Temperature/Timer settings
On/Off button
Operating mode selection button
(COOL, FAN, HEATER)
Sleep timer setting button
❄The design and shape are subject to
change according to the model.
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Ventilation lever
Power Cable
Outer air flow blades
(up/down orientation)
Inner air flow blades
(right/left orientation)
Air inlet (Outside)
❈ Power cable connection
should be committed to
an installation engineer.
Air inlet(Inside)
Air filter(Inside)
BLUE BROWN YELLOW/GREEN
Main Power Earth
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Remote Control - Buttons
Temperature adjustment
buttons
Fan speed adjustment
buttons
On/Off button
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Timer setting button
Sleep timer setting button
Operating mode
selection buttons
Air flow blade swing button
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Getting Started
You have just purchased a window-type room air conditioner and it has been installed by your
installation specialist.
Your Owner’s Instructions contain valuable information on using your air conditioner.
Please take the time to read them as they will help you take full advantage of the unit’s functions.
This Owner’s Instructions is just for using your air conditioner correctly.
Thus, the illustrations shown in this manual may not exactly match your air conditioners.
The booklet is organized as follows.
◆The following figures are shown on pages 4 and 5:
-Air conditioning unit (main parts, buttons and display)
-Remote control (buttons)
They will help you find the buttons and understand the symbols displayed.
◆In the manual, you will find a series of step-by-step procedures for each function available.
The illustrations in the step-by-step procedures use four different symbols:
Moreover, applicable, wherever the illustrations show the positions of the buttons on both the
remote control and the unit itself.
For the... The illustrations have a...
Remote control Gray background.
Example:
Unit itself White background.
Example:
PRESS PUSH IMPORTANT NOTE
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➢
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Inserting the Remote Control Batteries
You must insert or replace the remote control batteries when:
◆You purchase the air conditioner
◆The remote control does not work correctly
☛Use two AAA, LR03 1.5 V batteries. Do not use old
batteries or different kinds of batteries together.
Batteries may be completely discharged after 12 months,
even if they have not actually been used.
1Push the battery cover on the rear of the remote control with your thumb in
the direction of the arrow and remove it.
2 Insert the two batteries, taking care to respect the polarities:
◆+ on the battery with + on the remote control
◆– on the battery with – on the remote control
3 Close the cover by sliding it back until it clicks into place.
Result:
You can control all the functions on your air conditioning unit
directly from your seat, using the remote control.
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You must select the Cool mode if you wish to lower the temperature in your
room. You can also set the fan speed.
1If necessary, press the (On/Off) button.
Result:◆The operating mode indicator (COOL, FAN or HEATER)
on the unit comes on.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode selected
when the unit was last used.
◆The unit beeps twice.
☛The air conditioner is fitted with a protection mechanism to prevent
the unit from being damaged when it is started immediately after
being:
◆Plugged in
◆Stopped
It will start up automatically after about three minutes.
2 If the COOL indicator is not lit up on the unit:
◆Press the button on the remote control
or
◆Press the button on the unit one or more times until the COOL
indicator lights up
Result:◆The unit beeps each time you press .
◆The air conditioner starts up in Cool mode.
➢You can change modes at any time.
3 To adjust the temperature, press the or button on the remote
control one or more times until the required temperature is displayed.
To adjust the temperature, press the or button on the unit
one or more times until the required temperature is displayed.
Possible temperatures are between 18°C and 30°C inclusive.
Result:◆Each time you press the temperature buttons:
– The temperature is adjusted by 1°C and
displayed on the control panel
– The unit beeps
◆The air conditioner starts cooling if the room temperature is
higher than the selected temperature.
4 To set the fan speed to... Then...
Result: Each time you press a button, the unit beeps.
5 To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 11.
Cooling Your Room
Remote Control Control Panel
High ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
Med ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
Low ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
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2 If the HEATER indicator is not lit up on the unit:
◆Press the button on the remote control
or
◆Press the button on the unit one or more times until the
HEATER indicator lights up
Result:◆The unit beeps each time you press .
◆The air conditioner starts up in Heater mode.
➢You can change modes at any time.
Heating Your Room
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Remote Control Control Panel
You must select the Heater mode if you wish to heat your room to a specific
temperature. You can also set the fan speed.
1If necessary, press the (On/Off) button.
Result:◆The operating mode indicator (COOL, FAN or HEATER)
on the unit comes on.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode selected
when the unit was last used.
◆The unit beeps twice.
☛The air conditioner is fitted with a protection mechanism to prevent
the unit from being damaged when it is started immediately after
being:
◆Plugged in
◆Stopped
It will start up automatically after about three minutes.
3 To adjust the temperature, press the or button on the remote
control one or more times until the required temperature is displayed.
To adjust the temperature, press the or button on the unit
one or more times until the required temperature is displayed.
Possible temperatures are between 16°C and 30°C inclusive.
Result:◆Each time you press the temperature buttons:
– The temperature is adjusted by 1°C and
displayed on the control panel
– The unit beeps
◆The air conditioner starts heating if the room temperature is
lower than the selected temperature.
4 To set the fan speed to... Then...
Result: Each time you press a button, the unit beeps.
5 To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 11.
High ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
Med ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
Low ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
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Airing Your Room
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If the atmosphere in your room is stale, you can air it using the Fan
feature and if necessary, evacuate the stale air outside.
1If you wish to evacuate stale air outside, push the ventilation lever on the
front of the unit to the right and the open position ( ).
Result: The air inside the room circulates and stale air is evacuated
outside.
Otherwise, push the ventilation lever to the left and the closed position ( ).
Result: The air simply circulates inside the room.
2 If necessary, press the (On/Off) button.
Result:◆The operating mode indicator (COOL, FAN or HEATER)
on the unit comes on.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode selected
when the unit was last used.
◆The unit beeps twice.
3 If the FAN indicator is not lit up on the unit:
◆Press the button on the remote control
or
◆Press the button on the unit one or more times until the FAN
indicator lights up
Result:◆The unit beeps each time you press .
◆The air conditioner starts up in Fan mode.
➢◆You can change modes at any time.
◆When the air conditioner is in Fan mode, the
temperature is not displayed; in this case, you do not
need to set the temperature.
Remote Control Control Panel
4 To set the fan speed to... Then...
Result: Each time you press a button, the unit beeps.
5 To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 11.
High ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
Med ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
Low ◆Press the button on the remote control.
or
◆Press the on the unit until the
indicator lights up
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Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Horizontally
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Depending on the position of the unit in your room, you can adjust the
orientation of the inner air flow blades on the right-hand side of the
unit, thus increasing the efficiency of the air conditioner.
1Press the (or on the unit) button on the remote control.
Result: The inner blades swing automatically left and right.
2 To stop the blades moving left and right, press the (or on the unit)
button on the remote control .
➢To stop the blades in a specific position and orient the air flow in the
corresponding direction, simply press the (or on the unit)
button on the remote control
when the blades are in the desired position.
Again depending on the position of the unit in your room, you can
adjust the orientation of the outer air flow blades on the right-hand
side of the unit.
RECOMMENDATION When... Adjust the blades to face...
Cooling Upwards.
Heating Downwards.
Adjust the air flow blades to the desired position, by pushing them upwards or
downwards.
➢If you orient the air flow blades downwards and the unit operates in Cool mode
for a long period of time, dew may:
◆Form on the surface of the blades
◆Drip from the blades
Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Vertically
Remote Control Control Panel
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Setting the On Timer
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Remote Control Control Panel
The On Timer enables you to switch on the air conditioner
automatically after a given period of time. You can set the period of
time from 1 hour to 24 hours.
You can select the On Timer only when the air conditioner is off.
1Check that the air conditioner has been switched off; if necessary,
press the (On/Off) button.
3 Set the operating time by pressing:
◆on the remote control.
or
◆on the unit one or more times.
Possible time is between 1 hour and 24 hours inclusive.
Result:◆The remaining time is displayed and decreased by 1 hour
automatically to indicate the remaining time.
◆The air conditioner switches on automatically when the
operating time reaches zero.
➢You can change the setting mode, fan speed, and air flow direction
after setting the On Timer.
To Cancel the On Timer
2 Set the required mode by pressing the appropriate button:
◆, or on the remote control
◆button on the unit (press it one or more times until the
appropriate operating mode indicator lights up)
To cancel the On Timer, press:
◆on the remote control or on the unit one or more times until
" " is displayed.
or
◆(On/Off) button on the remote control or unit. (The air conditioner
operates in the mode selected when the unit was last used.)
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Setting the Off Timer
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The Off Timer enables you to switch off the air conditioner
automatically after a given period of time. You can set the period of
time from 1 hour to 24 hours.
You can select the Off Timer only when the air conditioner is on.
1Check that the air conditioner has been switched on; if necessary,
press the (On/Off) button.
2 Set the operating time by pressing:
◆on the remote control
or
◆on the unit one or more times.
Possible times are between 1 hour and 24 hours inclusive.
Result:◆The remaining time is displayed and decreased by 1 hour
automatically to indicate the remaining time.
◆The air conditioner switches off automatically when the
operating time reaches zero.
➢You can change the setting mode, fan speed, and air flow direction
after setting the Off Timer.
To Cancel the Off Timer
Remote Control Control Panel
To cancel the Off timer, press:
◆on the remote control or on the unit one or more times until
" " is displayed.
or
◆(On/Off) button on the remote control or unit (The air conditioner
operates in the mode selected when the unit was last used.)
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Setting the Sleep Timer
The Sleep Timer can be used when you are cooling or heating your
room to switch the air conditioner off automatically after a period of
8 hours.
➢If you wish to switch the unit off at a specific time, refer to page 13.
1Make sure that you have selected either COOL or HEATER mode.
2 Press the button on the remote control
or
Press the button on the unit until the SLEEP indicator lights up.
Result:◆Each time you press a button, the unit beeps.
◆The “SLEEP” passes through the control panel for about
15 seconds and the " " will be displayed.
◆The remaining time is displayed and decreased by 1 hour
automatically to indicate the remaining time.
◆The air conditioner will be controlled as illustrations below.
To cancel the timer, press:
◆on the remote control.
or
◆on the unit.
Result: ◆The unit beeps.
◆The SLEEP indicator is no longer displayed.
◆The air conditioner operates in the mode selected last.
To Cancel the Sleep Timer
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Cooling When the temperature has
been increased by 1°C (after
1 hour), it is maintained for
7 hours.
Heating When the temperature has
been decreased by 1°C (after
1 hour), it is maintained for
7 hours.
Set
TEMP. Start
time Stop time
1hr 8hr
Remote Control Control Panel
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Operating Recommendation
Temperature and Humidity Ranges
Here is a recommendation that you should follow when using your air conditioner.
Warm air circulation The air conditioner circulates warm air to heat your room; as a result,
some time will be required after starting the air conditioner to warm the
entire room. If necessary, set the air conditioner going a short time
before you wish to use the room.
Topic Recommendation
The following table indicates the temperature and humidity ranges within which the
air conditioner can be used.
Cooling 21°C to 32°C approx. 21°C to 54°C approx. 80% or less
Heating 28°C or less 0°C to 21°C approx. -
Mode Indoor Temperature Outdoor Temperature Indoor Humidity
Higher humidity levels Water may condense on and drip from the surface of the unit if
it is used for long periods.
Lower temperatures A water leakage or some other malfunction may happen if the
heat exchanger freezes.
Higher temperatures The automatic protection feature may be triggered and the air
conditioner stopped.
If the air conditioner is used at... Then...
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Cleaning Your Air Conditioner
If you... Then...
Will not be using the ◆ Set the fan going for three to four hours
air conditioner for a to dry the inside of the air conditioner
long period of time thoroughly.
◆ Switch the air conditioner off and
unplug it from the wall socket.
◆ Clean the filter and outer surfaces.
Have not used the air Set the fan going for a few hours to
conditioner for a long dry the inside of the air conditioner
period of time thoroughly.
➢
Hold the air filter handle, slightly pull it to the left side and open the front grille. 1
Pull the air filter to the right side. 2
Remove all dust on the air filter with a vacuum cleaner or brush. 3
When you have finished, insert the air filter back into its original position. 4
Wipe the surface of the unit with a neutral detergent and then wipe it again
with dry cloth.
(Be sure not to use benzene, solvent or other chemical products.)
5
The removal of the front grille makes it easier to clean the air
conditioner. Open the grille as much as possible.
➢
Be sure to clean the air filter periodically two weeks to maintain
the air conditioner in the best condition for a long period of time.
When cleaning the air conditioner, turn it off and pull out the
power plug.
☛
Removal and Reassembly of the Front Grille
Grasp the lower part of the front
grille and the air filter handle, then
open the grille. (The open angle
of front grille has not to be
exceeded 90 degree)
1
Push the front grille on the left and
remove it from the front panel.
2
Reassembling of front grille
should be done in reverse
order of disassembly.
3
Safety clip
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Front grille
Grille groove
Body guide
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Solving Common Problems
Before contacting the after-sales service, perform the following simple checks.
They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call.
The air conditioner does not
operate at all triggered. ◆Check that the circuit breaker used for the air conditioner has not been triggered.
◆Check that the power cable is plugged into a wall socket and the
socket is switched on, if necessary.
◆Check that the operating mode indicator(COOL, FAN or HEATER) on
the unit is lit up; if necessary press (On/Off) button on the
remote control or unit.
Problem Explanation/Solution
The air conditioner does not
operate with the remote control
◆Check that there are no obstacles between you and the unit.
◆Replace the remote control batteries if necessary.
◆Check that you are close enough to the unit (seven metres/yards
or less).
No beep is heard when you press
(On/Off) on the remote control ◆Check that you are pointing the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit.
◆
Replace the remote control batteries if necessary.
The air conditioner does not cool or
heat.
◆Check that the correct operating mode has been selected
COOL or HEATER.
◆The room temperature may be too low or too high.
◆Dust may be blocking the air filter; refer to page 16 for
cleaning instructions.
◆Check that there is no obstacle blocking the air flow into or out of
the unit.
When heating, the required room
temperature is never reached and
the air conditioner frequently stops
◆Check that the required temperature has been set correctly.
◆
Increase the fan speed.
◆ If the air flow is directed downwards, direct it upwards.
The air flow direction does not
change when you press AIR SWING ◆Check that the air conditioner has been switched on; if necessary, press (On/Off) button on the remote control or unit.
The timer is not correctly triggered ◆Check that the timer has been programmed correctly;
see page 12~14.
Odour is permeated in the room
during air conditioning ◆Air the room.
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Technical Specifications
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Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Power Supply
Model
220V~, 60Hz
AHT18PGHBA
AHT24PGHBA
220-240V~, 50Hz
AHT18PGHEA
AHT24PGHEA
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Method of Installation
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Before installation, be sure to check the installation area or the air
conditioner, and drain hose.
Checkpoints prior to installation
Check the cabinet and front grille of the unit for any harmful defects
such as scratches.
1
Be sure to check the power supply.
- Refer to the specifications on the label attached to the unit.
2
Installation Conditions
As the unit is heavy, the wall or window of the installation area should
have sufficient strength and durability for operation of the air conditioner,
and for prevention of any vibration or noise.
If it is weak, reinforcement work should be performed separately.
1
It is advisable to install the air conditioner in the north or west side to
prevent the effect of direct sunlight.
When installing it in the south or east side due to unavoidable
circumstances, it is advisable to install the sunshade to prevent the
direct sunlight.
In this case, take care not to cause any hindrance to the flow of outside air.
2
When installing the air conditioner, be sure to obtain sufficient space on
the rear side of the unit for smooth flow of air.
When operating the air conditioner in closed areas such as inner building
with cooling operation, and result in trouble with the unit.
See the illustration below.
3
500mm 500mm
75mm
min.
300mm
500mm Fence, wall
or other
obstacle
150mm min.
240
mm
Approx.3˚
Awning
750mm
➢ ◆ If the wall is greater than 150mm thick,
cut the wall back on a 45˚angle if possible.
100mm or more
45˚45˚
Outdoor side
Indoor side
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Method of Installation (cont.)
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Installation of the Drain Tube
Fix the drain tube as shown in the figure.
Installation of the Drain Pan
The procedure for installing the drain pan should be determined by the
condition of the installing area.
◆ In the case of an area where the drain pan can not be directly
installed on the rear side of the unit after installing the air conditioner.
Example: High storage
Remove two screws on the lower, right and left sides of the unit.
3
Open the front grille.
1
Remove the front panel.
2-1 Press both sides of the cabinet in the direction of the arrow
as shown in the figure.
2-2 Pull the lower part of the front panel slightly forward.
(below three inches)
2-3 Lift the front panel upward.
2
Applying excessive force to remove the front panel
may cause damage to the tab ; be sure not to use
excessive force.
☛
Rubber cap
Screws(2EA)
Gasket
Rear
Drain Tube
Front panel
Removal and Reassembly of the Front Grille
Grasp the lower part of the front grille and the air filter handle, then
open the grille.
(The open angle of front grille has not to be exceeded 90 degree)
1
Push the front grille on the left and remove it from the front panel.
2
Reassembling of front grille should be done in reverse order of
disassembly.
3
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