Samsung AQ09A Series User manual

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02_ features
For easy future reference write the model and serial number
down. You will find your model number on the bottom side of
the air conditioner.
Model #
Serial #
features of your new
air conditioner
• Cool Summer Offer
On those hot sweltering summer days and long restless nights, there is no better escape
from the heat than the cool comforts of home. Your new air conditioner brings an end to
exhausting hot summer days and lets you rest. This summer, beat the heat with your own
air conditioner.
• Cost Efficient System
Your new air conditioner not only provides maximum cooling power in the summer, but can
also be an efficient heating method in the winter with the advanced “Heat pump” system.
“Heat pump” system is 3 times more efficient compare to the other electrical heating
appliance, so you can further reduce its running cost. Now, meet year-round needs with one
air conditioner.
• Look for Everywhere
The elegant and harmonious design gives priority to the esthetics of your space and
complements any of your existing interior décor. With its soft color and rounded-edge shape,
the new air conditioner adds class to any room. Enjoy what your air conditioner offers both
functionally and esthetically.
• function
function allows you to set a comfortable sleep temperature while saving energy
and having sound sleep.
• (micro plasma ion) function
function generates hydrogen(H) and oxygen(O2) to attack undesirable air contaminants
such as bacteria, pollen, and odor. It makes you breathe better as if you were staying around
waterfalls, ocean surf, rivers and mountains.
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safety information _03
ENGLISH
safety information
To prevent electric shock, disconnect the power before servicing, cleaning, and installing the air conditioner.
SAFETY INFORMATION
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.
Important safety symbols and precautions:
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or
death.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or
property damage.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock, or personal injury when
using your air conditioner, follow these basic safety precautions:
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions carefully.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Call the contact center for help.
Note.
These warning signs are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them carefully.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
WARNING
CAUTION
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04_ safety information
safety information
SEVERE WARNING SIGNS
Do not place the air conditioner near hazardous substances or equipment
that releases free flames to avoid fire, explosions or injuries.
• Potential risk of fire hazard or explosion.
Do not install the outdoor unit at an unstable place or elevated surface
where there is potential risk of falling.
• If the outdoor unit falls, it may cause personal injury or loss of property.
Failure or damage may occur if any changes or modification that is not
stated in the installation manual was performed. In this case, user will be
responsible for the repair expenses.
Install the air conditioner away from direct exposure to sunlight, heating
apparatus, and humid places.
• Hang curtains on windows to boost cooling efficiency and to avoid the risk of electric
shock.
Do not cut the power plug and connect to a different power cable.
Do not yank the power cable and touch the power plug with hands.
• Potential risk of fire or electric shock.
Never use a damaged or dusted power plug, power cable, or loosened
power receptacle.
• Potential risk of fire or electric shock.
Install an exclusive circuit breaker and short-circuit breaker for the air
conditioner.
• Potential risk of electric shock or fire.
Do not insert anything such as fingers or branches into the air conditioner
vents while the air conditioner is running.
• Keep the children away from the air conditioner to prevent them from putting their finger
on the air conditioner. Potential risk of personal injury.
Ensure no water gets into the air conditioner.
• Potential risk or electric shock.
• If the water gets into the air conditioner, stop and unplug the power source immediately.
Turn off the air conditioner using the provided remote control or control
accessory (if provided). Do not unplug to turn off the unit (unless there is an
immediate danger).
Do not run the air conditioner for an extended period of time in a room with
the door closed or with babies, elderly or disabled people.
• Open the door or windows to ventilate your room at least once an hour to prevent oxygen
shortage.
The air conditioner is composed of moving parts. Keep children away from
the unit to avoid physical injury.
WARNING
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Make sure that children take precautions against access to the air
conditioner and they do not play with the unit.
Do not clean the interior of air conditioner on your own.
• You may damage the parts which can cause electric shock or fire.
• Consult contact center for cleaning the interior of the air conditioner.
Do not connect the air conditioner with heating apparatus or attempt to
disassemble, remodel or repair it yourself.
• Potential risk of malfunction, electric shock or fire. If repairs are needed, consult the
contact center.
Consult the place of purchase or contact center to install, reinstall or
disassemble the air conditioner.
• Improper installation carries a risk of unit malfunction, water leakage, electric shock or fire.
• If installing in specialty areas, such as a factory complex or saline coastal area, consult
the place of purchase or contact center for specific installation details.
• The units must be installed according to distances declared, in order to permit
accessibility from each side, either to guarantee correct operation of maintenance or
repairing products. The unit’s parts must be reachable and removable completely under
safety condition (for people or things).
Consult a dealer regarding the appropriate measures to prevent the
allowable concentration from being exceeded.
• If the refrigerant leaks, and cause the concentration limit to be exceeded, hazards due to
lack of oxygen in the room may result.
If the indoor unit gets wet, turn the power off immediately and call your
nearest contact center.
• Potential risk of fire or electric shock.
Always make sure that the power supply is compliant with current safety
standards. Always install the air conditioner in compliance with current local
safety standards.
Verify that the voltage and frequency of the power supply comply with the
specifications and that the installed power is sufficient to ensure the operation
of any other domestic appliance connected to the same electric lines.
Use a rated circuit breaker only.
• Never use steel wires or copper wires as a circuit breaker. It may cause fire or unit
malfunctions.
Do not put undue stress or place heavy object on the power cable.
Do not bend the power cable excessively.
• Potential risk of fire or electric shock.
To protect the product from water and possible shock, you should keep the
power cable and the connection cord of the indoor and outdoor units in the
protection tube.
When opening or closing the front panel, use a stable stool and watch your
steps carefully.
Disconnect the air conditioner from power supply before it is repaired or
disassembled.
Clean the air conditioner after the inner fan stops operating.
• Potential risk of injury or electric shock.
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