Samsung AM280RNPDKH Series User manual

Airconditioner
Usermanual
AM280RNPDKH**
࡛Thank you forpurchasing this Samsung airconditioner.
࡛Before operating this unit, please readthis usermanual carefullyand retain itforfuture
reference.

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Contents
Preparation
Safety precautions ....................................................................................................... 3
Checking before use .................................................................................................... 13
Viewing the parts ....................................................................................................... 14
Basic function
Locking the control panel ............................................................................................... 15
Using the air conditioner with the control panel ......................................................................... 16
Adjusting the air flow direction ......................................................................................... 17
Others
Cleaning and maintaining the air conditioner ........................................................................... 18
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 21
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Information about refrigerant ........................................................................................... 23
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01 PREPARATION
Safety precautions
Before using your new air conditioner, please read this manual thoroughly
to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the extensive
features and functions of your new appliance.
Because the following operating instructions cover various models,
the characteristics of your air conditioner may differ slightly from those
described in this manual. If you have any questions, call your nearest contact
center or find help and information online at www.samsung.com.
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others. Please
follow them carefully.
Important safety symbols and precautions :
WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe
personal injury or death.
CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor
personal injury or property damage.
Follow directions.
Do NOT attempt.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric
shock.
Cut-off the power supply.
Do NOT disassemble.

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Safety precautions
FOR INSTALLATION WARNING
Use the power line with the power specifications of the product or
higher and use the power line for this appliance only. In addition, do
not use an extension line.
X Extending the power line may result in electric shock or fire.
X Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or
fire.
X If the voltage/frequency/rated current condition is different, it may
cause fire.
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified
technician or service company.
X Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, problems
with the product, or injury and may also void warranty on the
installed product.
Install a switch and circuit breaker dedicated to the air conditioner.
X Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Fix the outdoor unit firmly so that the electric part of the outdoor
unit is not exposed.
X Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, problems
with the product.
Do not install this appliance near a heater, inflammable material.
Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, in a
location exposed to direct sunlight and water (rain drops). Do not
install this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
X This may result in electric shock or fire.

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01 PREPARATION
FOR INSTALLATION WARNING
Never install the outdoor unit in a location such as on a high external
wall where it could fall.
X If the outdoor unit falls, it may result in injury, death or property
damage.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Do not ground the
appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe, or telephone line.
X Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, or
other problems with the product.
X Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded
correctly and make sure that it is in accordance with local and
national codes.
FOR INSTALLATION CAUTION
Install your appliance on a level and hard floor that can support its
weight.
X Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems
with the product.
When installing the indoor unit, make sure to install the draining
hose properly, so that water is drained correctly.
X Failing to do so may result in water overflowing and property
damage.
When installing the outdoor unit, make sure to connect the draining
hose so that draining is performed correctly.
X The water generated during the heating operation by the outdoor
unit may overflow and result in property damage. In particular, in
winter, if a block of ice falls, it may result in injury, death or property
damage.

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Safety precautions
FOR POWER SUPPLY WARNING
When the circuit breaker is damaged, contact your nearest service
center.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power line. Do not twist or tie the
power line. Do not hook the power line over a metal object, place
a heavy object on the power line, insert the power line between
objects, or push the power line into the space behind the appliance.
X This may result in electric shock or fire.
FOR POWER SUPPLY CAUTION
When not using the air conditioner for a long period of time or
during a thunder/lightning storm, cut the power at the circuit
breaker.
X Failing to do s o may result in electric shock or fire.
FOR USING WARNING
If the appliance is flooded, please contact your nearest service
center.
X Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke,
cut-off the power supply immediately and contact the nearest
service center.
X Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
In the event of a gas leak (such as propane gas, LP gas, etc.), ventilate
immediately without touching the power line. Do not touch the
appliance or power line.
X Do not use a ventilating fan.
X A spark may result in an explosion or fire.

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01 PREPARATION
FOR USING WARNING
To reinstall the air conditioner, please contact your nearest service
center.
X Failing to do so may result in problems with the product, water
leakage, electric shock, or fire.
X A delivery service for the product is not provided. If you reinstall the
product in another location, additional construction expenses and an
installation fee will be charged.
X Especially, when you wish to install the product in an unusual
location such as in an industrial area or near the seaside where it
is exposed to the salt in the air, please contact your nearest service
center.
Do not touch the circuit breaker with wet hands.
X This may result in electric shock.
Do not strike or pull the air conditioner with excessive force.
X This may result in fire, injury, or problems with the product.
Do not place an object near the outdoor unit that allows children to
climb onto the machine.
X This may result in children seriously injuring themselves.
Do not turn the air conditioner off with the circuit breaker while it is
operating.
X Turning the air conditioner off and then on again with the circuit
breaker may cause a spark and result in electric shock or fire.

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Safety precautions
FOR USING WARNING
After unpacking the air conditioner, keep all packaging materials
well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can be
dangerous to children.
X If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suffocation.
Do not insert your fingers or foreign substances into the outlet when
the air conditioner is operating or the air flow blade is closing.
X Take special care that children do not injure themselves by inserting
their fingers into the product.
Do not touch the air flow blade with your hands or fingers during the
heating operation.
X This may result in electric shock or burns.
Do not insert your fingers or foreign substances into the air inlet/
outlet of the air conditioner.
X Take special care that children do not injure themselves by inserting
their fingers into the product.
Do not use this air conditioner for long periods of time in badly
ventilated locations or near infirm people.
X Since this may be dangerous due to a lack of oxygen, Open a
window at least once an hour.

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01 PREPARATION
FOR USING WARNING
If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance,
cut-off the power supply and contact the nearest service center.
X Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance
yourself.
X Do not use any fuse (such as copper, steel wire, etc.) other than the
standard fuse.
X Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the
product, or injury.
FOR USING CAUTION
Do not place objects or devices under the indoor unit.
X Water dripping from the indoor unit may result in fire or property
damage. (example electrical appliances)
Check that the installation frame of the outdoor unit is not broken at
least once a year.
X Failing to do so may result in injury, death or property damage.
Max current is measured according to IEC standard for safety and
current is measured according to ISO standard for energy efficiency.

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Safety precautions
FOR USING CAUTION
Do not stand on top of the appliance or place objects (such as
laundry, lighted candles, lighted cigarettes, dishes, chemicals, metal
objects, etc.) on the appliance.
X
This may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
X Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
X This may result in electric shock.
X Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of
the appliance.
X As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in electric
shock, fire or problems with the product.
X Do not drink the water from the air conditioner.
X The water may be harmful to humans.
Do not apply a strong impact to the remote controller and do not
disassemble the remote controller.
Do not touch the pipes connected with the product.
X This may result in burns or injury.
Do not use this air conditioner to preserve precision equipment, food,
animals, plants or cosmetics, or for any other unusual purposes.
X This may result in property damage.
When the air conditioner does not operate properly for cooling or
heating, there is a possibility of refrigerant leakage. If any leakage, stop
operation, ventilate the room, and consult your dealer immediately for
recharging refrigerant.
The refrigerant is not harmful. However, if it comes in contact with
fire, it may generate harmful gases and there is risk of fire.

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01 PREPARATION
During transportation of the indoor unit, the pipe lines shall be covered with
brackets for protection. Do not move the product with holding the pipe lines.
X It may cause gas leakage.
Do not install the product in a ship or a vehicle (such as a campervan).
X Salt, vibration or other environmental factor may cause the product
malfunction, electric shock or fire.
FOR USING CAUTION
Avoid directly exposing humans, animals or plants from the air flow
from the air conditioner for long periods of time.
X This may result in harm to humans, animals or plants.
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.
For use in Europe: This appliance can be used by children aged
from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they
have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

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Safety precautions
FOR CLEANING WARNING
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it. Do not
use benzene, thinner, alcohol or acetone to clean the appliance.
X This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock
or fire.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, cut-off the power
supply and wait until the fan stops.
X Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
FOR CLEANING CAUTION
Take care when cleaning the surface of the heat exchanger of the
outdoor unit since it has sharp edges.
X To avoid cutting your fingers, wear thick cotton gloves when
cleaning it.
Do not clean the inside of the air conditioner by yourself.
X For cleaning inside the appliance, contact your nearest service center.
X When cleaning the internal filter, refer to the descriptions in the
‘Cleaning and maintaining the air conditioner’section.
X Failure to do may result in damage, electric shock or fire.

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01 PREPARATION
Checking before use
Using outdoor unit
Take away any covers or barriers.
f It may cause product failure and poor performance in cooling/heating by blocking air flow.
Checking the auxiliary power switch
Turn on the auxiliary power switch before turning on the air conditioner.
f When the auxiliary power switch is off, the air conditioner will not turn on even if you press the On/Off button.
Auxiliary power switch
t Auxiliary power switch (MCCB, ELB) is not included in the package.
Purchase and install it separately.
t You must install the auxiliary power switch (MCCB, ELB) in the switch box of
the building and turn it off when you clean the air conditioner or if you're
not planning on using the air conditioner for long time.
t If you are to use the air conditioner for the first time in a long period of
time, turn on the auxiliary power switch (MCCB, ELB) 6 hours prior to the
operation (to protect the compressor).
NOTE
Operational temperature and humidity range
The table below indicates the temperature and humidity ranges the air conditioner can be operated within. Refer to the table
for efficient use.
Mode Indoor temperature Outdoor temperature Indoor humidity
Cool 18 °C ~ 32 °C -5 °C ~ 48 °C Relative humidity 80 % or less
Dry 18 °C ~ 32 °C -5 °C ~ 48 °C -
Heat Below 27 °C -20 °C ~ 24 °C -
f If the air conditioner operates in cooling mode for long period of time in high humidity area, dew may be formed.
f Extra heating load calculation is necessary when the air conditioner is going to be used for main heating source in
winter timer. In cold regions, we recommend to purchase the product designed for cold regions which has great heating
efficiency. (Please contact nearest service center for any inquiries.)
f The standardized temperature for heating is 7˚C. If the outdoor temperature drops to 0˚C or below, the heating capacity
can be reduced depending on the temperature condition.
Operating precautions
f Refrigerant used in air conditioner is non-toxic and non-flammable. However, when the air conditioner is installed in
small space, extra ventilation system is required in case of refrigerant leakage.
f When using H/R model, indoor units connected to same outdoor unit cannot be operated in different operation modes.
Indoor units should all be in Cooling (Cool/Dry/Fan mode) or Heating (Heat mode).

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Viewing the parts
The picture and function of the indoor unit may different depending on the model.
Main parts
Air flow blade (right/left orientation)
Air flow blade (up/down orientation)
Control panel
Air outlet
Air filter
Removes the dust of incoming air
Air intake
Intakes the outdoor air
To open the panel
Hold the upper part of the panel, and then pull it slightly forward. Don’t open the panel during the operation. It may cause a
malfunction or an electrical hazard.

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01 PREPARATION
Control panel and the display
Turbo button On/Off button
Mode button Fan Speed button
Remote controller receiver
Receives and inputs the command
from the remote controller
Operation indicator
Displays the temperature, fan speed
and operation mode
Temperature , button
Locking the control panel
Whether the air conditioner is switched on or off, you cannot control the air conditioner with the control panel if this function
is set.
Press the Temp and Fan Speed buttons for 3 seconds.
f You will hear ring and the Lock icon will appear on the indoor unit display.
f Once Lock is set, you cannot control the air conditioner with the control panel but
you can only control it with the remote controller. Therefore this function will be
useful to keep the children away from touching the control panel.
f To unlock the control panel, press the Temp and Fan Speed buttons again for
3seconds.

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Using the air conditioner with the control panel
You can control the air conditioner without the remote controller.
1. Press the On/Off button on the indoor unit control panel.
f The air conditioner will operate in Cool mode.
Stop To turn off the air conditioner, press the On/Off button again.
2. Press the Mode button to select the operation mode.
f You can select operation mode you want by pressing the Mode button.
f Each time you press the Mode button, the mode will change in order of Auto, Cool,
Dry, Fan and Heat.
3. Press the Temp and button to adjust the temperature.
f You can adjust the temperature within 18 °C ~ 30 °C in Cooling operation and 16 °C
~ 30 °C in Heating operation.
f You can increase/decrease the temperature by 1 °C.
4. Press the Fan Speed button to adjust the fan speed.
f Each time you press the Fan Speed button, the fan speed will change in order of
(Auto) Z(Low) Z(High).
5. Press the Turbo button to select Turbo mode
t General and duct type air conditioners may show different Fan speeds.
NOTE

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02 BASIC FUNCTION
Adjusting the air flow direction
Air flow can be directed to your desired position.
Adjusting the vertical air flow direction
Hold the Air flow blade (up/down orientation) and adjust the up/down direction.
f Air flow blades can be heated during heat mode. Be careful not to burn your
hands by touching the air flow blades.
Adjusting the horizontal air flow direction
Hold the Air flow blade (left/right orientation) and adjust the left/right direction.
f Air flow blades can be heated during heat mode. Be careful not to burn your
hands by touching the air flow blades.

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Cleaning and maintaining the air conditioner
t Make sure to turn off the auxiliary power switch or unplug the power plug when cleaning the air conditioner.
CAUTION
Cleaning the indoor unit
f Wipe the surface of the unit with a slightly wet or dry cloth when needed.
f Brush away the dust on the narrow gap of air conditioner.
t You have to disassemble the indoor unit in order to clean the indoor unit heat
exchanger therefore contact the service center.
NOTE
t Do not clean the display using alkaline detergent.
t Do not use sulfuric acid, hydrochloric acid, organic solvents(such as thinner,
kerosene and acetone etc.) to clean the surface of the product or put any
stickers on it. They may damage the surface of the air conditioner.
CAUTION
Cleaning the outdoor unit heat exchanger
f When dust accumulates on the heat exchanger, it may decrease cooling/heating
performance. Therefore, clean it regularly.
f Spray water to clean the dust.
t If it is too difficult to clean the outdoor unit heat exchanger on your own,
contact service center.
NOTE
t Be careful with the sharp edges on the outdoor unit heat exchanger.
t Be careful when you use water to clean the outdoor unit's heat exchanger in
winter season since outdoor temperature is low and water may freeze.
CAUTION
Heat exchanger
(Illustration may differ slightly
depending on the models.)

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Cleaning the air filter
Washable air filter captures large particles from the air.The filter can be cleaned with a vacuum or by hand washing.
1. Open the panel and pull out the air filter.
f Pull out the air filter in the direction of the arrow as shown in the below figure.
2. Clean the air filter with a vacuum cleaner or in running water.
f If dust is too heavy, use warm water mixed with detergent. Do not scrub the filter too hard since it may get damaged.
3. Dry the air filter in a ventilated area.
f Do not dry the air filter in a place with direct sunlight.
4. Insert the air filter back in its original position. Make sure it is firmly fixed.
t Clean the air filter every two weeks. Cleaning term may differ depending on usage and environmental
conditions therefore if you are using the air conditioner in dusty area, clean the air filter every week.
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Cleaning and maintaining the air conditioner
Maintaining the air conditioner
If the air conditioner will not be used for an extended period of time, dry the air conditioner to maintain it in best condition.
1. Dry the air conditioner thoroughly by operating in Fan mode for 3 to 4 hours and turn off the circuit breaker.There may
be internal damage if moisture is left in components.
2. Before using the air conditioner again, dry the inner components of the air conditioner again by running in Fan mode for
3 to 4 hours. This helps remove odors which may have generated from dampness.
Periodical checks
Refer to the following chart to maintain the air conditioner properly.
Type Description Every 2 weeks Every 4 months Once a year
Indoor
unit
Clean the air filter (1) ●
Clean the condensate drain pan (2) ●
Thoroughly clean the heat exchanger (2) ●
Clean the condensate drain pipe (2) ●
Outdoor
unit
Clean the heat exchanger on the outside of the unit (2) ●
Clean the heat exchanger on the inside of the unit (2) ●
Clean the electric components with jets of air (2) ●
Verify that all the electric components are firmly
tightened (2) ●
Clean the fan (2) ●
Verify that all the fan assembly is firmly tightened (2) ●
Clean the condensate drain pan (2) ●
● : This check mark requires checking the indoor/outdoor unit periodically, following to the description to maintain the air
conditioner properly.
t The checks and maintenance operations described are essential to guarantee the efficiency of the air conditioner.
The frequency of these operations varies according to the characteristics of the area, the amount of dust, etc.
1) The described operations should be performed more frequently if the area of installation is very dusty.
2) These operations must always be performed by qualified personnel. For more detailed information, see
the Installation part.
CAUTION