Samsung AQV12VB Series User manual

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Contents
 PREPARATION
Safety Precautions ......................................................................................................... 3
Name of Each Part ......................................................................................................... 8
Remote Control – Buttons and Display ............................................................... 10
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries ............................................................... 10
Getting Started ............................................................................................................... 11
 OPERATION
Selecting Auto Mode ................................................................................................... 12
Selecting Cool Mode .................................................................................................... 13
Selecting Heat Mode ................................................................................................... 14
Selecting Dry Mode ...................................................................................................... 15
Selecting Fan Mode ...................................................................................................... 16
Selecting the Turbo Function ................................................................................... 16
Selecting the Energy Saving Function ................................................................. 17
Selecting Mode ...................................................................................... 18
Adjusting the Airflow Direction .............................................................................. 20
Selecting Auto Cleaning Function ......................................................................... 21
Setting the On Timer .................................................................................................... 22
Setting the Off Timer ................................................................................................... 23
Selecting Silence Function ........................................................................................ 24
Operating Your Air Conditioner Without the Remote Control .................. 24
Selecting Mode ........................................................................................ 25
 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Cleaning the Air Filter on Your Air Conditioner ................................................ 26
Cleaning Deodorizing and Bio filter (Option) ................................................... 26
Temperature and Humidity Ranges ...................................................................... 27
Operating Recommendations ................................................................................. 28
Solving Common Problems ...................................................................................... 29
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Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register

Do not pull the electric wire
or touch the power plug with
the wet hands.

Install the switch and circuit
breaker only for
air conditioner.

Use the rated current fuse.
REGARDING POWER SOURCE

Do not bend the electric wire
by force or weigh down the
air conditioner not to be out
of order.

Use the power source with
separate wiring only for air
conditioner.

If the power plug is
damaged, replace it by the
manufacturer or qualified
personnel to avoid the risk.

Do not install the unit in a
place where it is exposed to
inflammable gas leakage.

Do not install the outdoor
unit where there’s the risk of
dropping such as on high
outer wall or outside of the
terrace.

Do not connect the ground
to a gas pipe, water pipe,
lightning rod or telephone
earth.
WHEN INSTALLING

Contact the service center
if the air conditioner is
under water.

The installation must be carried out
by a licensed installer or qualified
personnel when installing the unit
for the first time or reinstalling it.
Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions are provided to protect the users’ safety and prevent property damage.
Make sure to read the followings and use the air conditioner properly.
 Keep this user’s manual together with the installation manual in a handy place so that you can find it whenever
you need to see it after reading this manual thoroughly.
WARNING
 This indicates the possibility of serious injury or death.
CAUTION
 This indicates the possibility of serious injury or damage to environments when
operated incorrectly.
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WARNING

Do not attempt to repair,
move, modify or reinstall
the unit on your own. Make
sure that these installations
are carried out by qualified
personnel to avoid electric
shock or fire.

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.
DURING OPERATION

Do not place any obstacles in
front of the unit.
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 is not 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)

Do not place any materials
so that children cannot step
on it.

Do not connect the electric
heater to the air conditioner
or repair it with your
discretion.

The manufacturer declines
any liability for damage
resulting from modifications
or errors in the electrical or
hydraulic connections.

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.

Failure to observe the
installation instruction, or use
of the unit under conditions
other than those indicated in
the table 'Operating limit' of
the unit installation manual,
will immediately invalidate
the unit warranty.
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
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.
DISPOSING THE UNIT
WARNING

Install the air conditioner
avoiding direct sunlight or
heater, especially water.

Install the outdoor unit so as
to let the discharged air out
properly. Avoid a place that
may disturb your neighbor by
noise.

Install the drain hose to let
the water run safely and
correctly.
WHEN INSTALLING
CAUTION
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
Disconnect the circuit breaker
when you don’t use the
air conditioner for a long time
to save energy.

Contact the service center or
manufacturer if you want to
repair the air conditioner.

Contact the service center
after turning off the air
conditioner if strange noise
is heard, burning smell or
smoke blow.
REGARDING POWER SOURCE

Do not open the front grille
during operation.

Avoid cold and hot air
reaching to person, pet or a
plant directly for a long time.

Avoid the water from
getting into the
air conditioner.
DURING OPERATION

Do not use the air conditioner
for a long time in a closed room
or in a place where there’s a
baby or an old person.

Do not step on the air
conditioner or put heavy
object on it.

Do not drink the water from
the air conditioner.
CAUTION
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CAUTION

Do not touch the pipes
connected to the air
conditioner.

Do not use the air conditioner
to maintain the machine, food,
pet, plant or cosmetics.

Do not give excessive shock
to the air conditioner.
DURING OPERATION

This appliance is not intended
for use by persons (including
children)with reduced physical, sen-
sory 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.

The maximum input power &
current is measured
according to the IEC standard
and the input power & current
is measured according to the
ISO standard.
OTHERS

Be sure that the air filter not to
be exposed to direct sunlight.

Do not clean the air
conditioner by spraying water
directly or with benzene,
thinner or alcohol.

The surface of the heat
exchanger is sharp, so be
careful of it when cleaning.

Turn off the air conditioner
and if the fan stops to operate,
clean the air conditioner.

Clean the air filter every 2 weeks.

Be sure to insert the air filter.
When opening or closing the
front panel, use a stable stool
and watch your steps care-
fully.

All of the manufacturing and
packaging materials used for your
new appliance are compatible
with the environment and can be
recycled.

Dispose of the packaging
material in accordance with
the local requirements.
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Name of Each Part
The design and shape can be changed according to the model.
Indoor Unit
Air Inlet
Room
Temperature sensor
Power(On/Off)
button
Air filter
(under the panel)
mode indicator
Auto cleaning indicator
Operation indicator
Timer/
mode indicator
Set temperature &
room temperature
Airflow blade
(outlet)
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Name of Each Part
Outdoor Unit AQV09VBSeries
Air Outlet
Connection Valve
(Inside)
Air Inlet (Rear)
AQV12VBSeries
AQV18VBSeries
Air Outlet
Air Inlet (Rear)
Connection Valve
(Inside)
Outdoor Unit
Power(On/Off)
button
mode indicator
Auto cleaning indicator
AQV24VBSeries
Outdoor Unit
Air Outlet
Connection Valve
Air Inlet (Rear)
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Remote Control-Buttons and Display
Temperature setting
Mode selection button
(Auto, Cool, Dry, Fan, Heat)
Battery life indicator
Fan speed indicator
Off Timer button
On Timer button
Power (On/Off) button
mode indicator
Turbo button
Energy saving button
mode indicator
Swing button
Digital On/Off button
Time adjustment button
Note Digital On/Off button
If you want to turn on or off the
Display of the indoor unit during
operation, press the button
on the remote control.
Airflow direction indicator
Off Timer indicator
Silence indicator
Turbo function indicator
Temperature adjustment
buttons
Operating mode indicator
(Auto, Cool, Dry, Fan, Heat)
Energy saving indicator
Remote control
transmission indicator
On Timer indicator
Fan speed adjustment button
Auto Cleaning button
Silence button
button
mode
adjustment button
On/Off button
Timer Set/Cancel button
You must insert or replace the remote control batteries when:
 You purchase the air conditioner
 The remote control does not work correctly
Note  Use two AAA, LR03 1.5V batteries.
 Do not use old and new batteries or different kinds of batteries
together.
 Insert two batteries correctly as indicated by the + and – symbols.
1Remove the battery cover in the rear of the remote control by pushing
it with your thumb.
2Insert two batteries, respecting the polarities as indicated by
the + and - symbols.
3Close the cover by sliding it back in place.
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries
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Getting Started
The User’s Manual provides you with valuable information about your air conditioner.
In order to take full advantage of the air conditioner’s features, please read this manual
carefully before using.
You have already seen the basic description of the unit on pages from 8 to 10.
Starting with the next page, you will find a series of step-by-step procedures
for each function available.
The illustrations in the step-by-step procedures use three different symbols:
PRESS PUSH HOLD DOWN
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Selecting Auto Mode
You can select Auto mode if you want to cool or heat your room automatically.
You can adjust the temperature in this mode.
1
Press the (On/Off) button.
Result:
 The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
 The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
 The indoor unit beeps.
2Press the button on the remote control until Auto is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in Auto mode.
 Auto mode cools or heats the room depending on the set
temperature.
 The air conditioner changes from Cool or Heat mode
automatically, depending on the current temperature.
Note You can change modes at any time.
3
Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:  Each time you press the button:
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
 The fan speed adjusts automatically.
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Selecting Cool Mode
You can select Cool mode if you want to cool your room.
You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed when cooling.
1Press the (On/Off) button.
Result:
 The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
 The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
 The indoor unit beeps.
2Press the button on the remote control until Cool is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in Cool mode.
Note You can change modes at any time.
3Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:  Each time you press the button:
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
 If the room temperature is higher than the selected
temperature, the air conditioner starts cooling.
 If the room temperature reaches the set temperature, the air
conditioner stops cooling, but the fan continues to operate.
4Press the button to select the fan speed until the required setting is
displayed.
Auto  Low  Medium  High
Result: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
5To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
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Selecting Heat Mode
You can select Heat mode if you want to heat your room.
You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed when heating.
1Press the (On/Off) button.
Result:
 The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
 The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
 The indoor unit beeps.
2Press the button on the remote control until Heat is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in Heat mode.
Note You can change modes at any time.
3Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:  Each time you press the button:
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
 If the room temperature reaches the set temperature
(selected temperature+5°C), the air conditioner stops
heating,but the fan is still operating.
 The air conditioner starts heating, provided that the room
temperature is lower than the desired temperature
(selected temperature+3°C).
4Press the button to select the fan speed until the required setting is
displayed.
Auto  Low  Medium  High
Result:
 Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
 For the first 3~5 minutes, the fan may not operate to prevent
cool air from flowing out of the indoor unit.
This helps to warm the air in your room sufficiently.
5To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
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Selecting Dry Mode
Select Dry mode if you want to dehumidify your room.
You can adjust the temperature in this mode.
1Press the (On/Off) button.
Result:
 The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
 The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
 The indoor unit beeps.
2Press the button on the remote control until Dry is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in the Dry mode.
Note You can change modes at any time.
3Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 18°C and 30°C.
Result:
 Each time you press the button:
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
 The air conditioner starts dehumidifying and the fan speed
adjusts automatically.
4To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
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Selecting Fan Mode
Select Fan mode if you want to ventilate your room. It helps to refresh
the air in your room. You can adjust the fan speed in this mode.
1Press the (On/Off) button.
Result:
 The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
 The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
 The indoor unit beeps.
2Press the button on the remote control until Fan is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in Fan mode.
 The temperature is set automatically.
Note You can change modes at any time.
3Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required setting is
displayed.
Low  Medium  High
Result: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
4To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
You can select the Turbo Function if you want to cool or heat your room as quickly
as possible. The Turbo function operates for 30 minutes with the maximum settings
before returning automatically to the mode and temperature previously selected.
1Press the (On/Off) button.
Result:
 The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
 The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
 The indoor unit beeps.
2Press the button.
Result:  The temperature and fan settings are adjusted automatically.
 The air conditioner cools or heats the room as quickly as
possible.
 After 30 minutes, the air conditioner is reset automatically to
the previous setting.
 You can select the Turbo function in Auto, Cool and Heat mode.
If you select this function in Dry or Fan mode, the mode
changes to Auto mode.
3 Press the button again to stop the Turbo Function before the end of the
30-minute period.
Result: The air conditioner is reset automatically to the previous setting.
4To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
Selecting the Turbo Function
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Selecting the Energy Saving Function
You can select the Energy Saving Function to save energy when cooling.
The temperature range decreases in order to perform this function.
1Press the (On/Off) button.
Result:
 The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
 The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
 The indoor unit beeps.
2Press the button.
Result:  The indoor unit beeps.
 The air conditioner runs in the Energy saving function.
 The outer airflow blade moves up and down.
 The airflow direction indicator is displayed automatically.
 To stop the Energy saving function, press the again.
Note You can select the Energy saving function only in Cool mode.
3Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 26°C and 30°C.
Note If you want to adjust temperature under 26°C, cancel the Energy
saving function before adjusting the temperature.
4Press the to select the fan speed until the required setting is displayed.
Auto  Low  Medium  High
Result: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
5To control the airflow direction, refer to page 20.
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Selecting Mode
mode helps users to fall asleep well after going to bed whether
being too hot to sleep or being awakened by coldness. The mode can be
selected only when the air conditioner is switched on or off in cool/heat mode.
1Press the (On/Off) button.
Result:
 The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
 The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
 The indoor unit beeps.
2Press the button to select cool or heat mode.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in cool or heat mode.
3Press the button.
Result:
 The timer indicator is displayed.
 The Off timer is blinking on the remote control.
4To set the Off timer, press the buttons once or more times
until the required Off time is displayed.
Result:
 The mode will be automatically stopped in
8 hours if the operation time is not set.
 You can set the Off timer by pressing the buttons to
turn off the mode automatically at the
appointed time within a range of 30 minutes to 12 hours.
 Each time the buttons are pressed, the time is
increased by 30 minutes or 1 hour. mode will be
stopped at the appointed off time.
5Press the button.
Result:
The remaining time is displayed.
Note In the case of selecting mode or adjusting the extra
time for mode, you should press the button
within 10 seconds. If you do not press the button within
10 seconds, mode will be canceled automatically.
6Press the button to adjust the temperature until the desired
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:
Each time you press the button;
- The temperature adjusts by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
Temperature changes in mode
To prevent excessive cooling/heating during sleep, the mode automatically modifies
the temperature setting in accordance with the time setting. Temperature and air current change
according to the three stages; Falling asleep, Sound sleep, and Waking up from mode,
and then the air conditioner will automatically turn off when the set time has elapsed.
Three stage prevents you from having difficulty sleeping on extremely hot/cold nights.
Falling asleep : Eases you into sleep by dropping the temperature.
Sound sleep : Relaxes your body and raises your temperature slightly.
Waking up from mode :
Allows you to wake up to comfortable crisp air making you feel refreshed and energized.
• Set the Off timer in mode for more than 5 hours. Sleep may be disturbed if the
mode is set for too short or too long a time because the temperature changes are
set to an 8-hour cycle.
• If the mode is set for less than 4 hours, the operation will stop at the set time.
If the mode is set for over 5 hours, the last hour will run in Waking Up stage before
shutting off.
• Recommended set temperature is between 25˚C~27˚C for cooling and 21˚C~23˚C for
heating.
To deactivate mode
1. Press the Set/Cancel button on the remote control.
mode shuts off and the indicator will disappear.
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Selecting Mode
Temperature changes in mode
To prevent excessive cooling/heating during sleep, the mode automatically modifies
the temperature setting in accordance with the time setting. Temperature and air current change
according to the three stages; Falling asleep, Sound sleep, and Waking up from mode,
and then the air conditioner will automatically turn off when the set time has elapsed.
Three stage prevents you from having difficulty sleeping on extremely hot/cold nights.
Falling asleep : Eases you into sleep by dropping the temperature.
Sound sleep : Relaxes your body and raises your temperature slightly.
Waking up from mode :
Allows you to wake up to comfortable crisp air making you feel refreshed and energized.
• Set the Off timer in mode for more than 5 hours. Sleep may be disturbed if the
mode is set for too short or too long a time because the temperature changes are
set to an 8-hour cycle.
• If the mode is set for less than 4 hours, the operation will stop at the set time.
If the mode is set for over 5 hours, the last hour will run in Waking Up stage before
shutting off.
• Recommended set temperature is between 25˚C~27˚C for cooling and 21˚C~23˚C for
heating.
To deactivate mode
1. Press the Set/Cancel button on the remote control.
mode shuts off and the indicator will disappear.
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Adjusting the Airfl ow Direction
Adjust the airflow direction to circulate the air according to various needs. By adjusting the airflow direction,
the efficiency of the air conditioner can be increased.
You can adjust airflow direction horizontally manually.
The inner blades with small fins move the air in the desired direction.
1Adjust the inner blades by moving them left or right.
 Make sure do not touch the inner blades during operation.
It may cause injury on your fingers.
Adjusting the Airfl ow Direction Vertically
Adjusting the Airfl ow Direction Horizontally
You can adjust the airflow direction vertically. The outer airflow
blade moves up and down to increase the efficiency of the cooling
or heating operation.
1Press the button until the required direction is set.
Result: The outer blade is adjusted vertically.
2Press the button again to move the blade up and down
automatically during operation.
3Press the button again to stop the blade moving up and down.
Note
If you turn the air conditioner... Then the blade...
Off is closed completely.
On set to the default position.
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Selecting the Auto Cleaning Function
Remote Control
Control Panel
Auto cleaning function offers inside air conditioner dry to prevent mold growth.
This feature allows you to use the air conditioner more clean and fresh air.
1Press the button.
 When the air conditioner is turned off,
The indicator on the indoor unit display appears and the Auto cleaning
function runs.
 When the air conditioner is turned on,
The indicator on the indoor unit display appears and the Auto cleaning
function runs after stopping the air conditioner operation.
Mode Operating time
Auto(cool), Cool, Dry 30 minutes
Auto(heat), Heat, Fan 15 minutes
Caution Auto cleaning operating time varies according to the mode
you selected before the air conditioner turned off.
Note  The Auto Cleaning indicator appears only on the indoor unit
display.
 When the air conditioner is turned on, the Auto cleaning
function runs after stopping the air conditioner operation.
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