Samsung AQV36J User manual

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Split - type Air Conditioner
(Cooling and Heating)
USER’S MANUAL
AQV36W
EDB98-29386A(1)
ESPAÑOLFRANÇAIS
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Safety Precautions
You should take the following safety precautions when using your air conditioner.
Do not repair the air conditioner at your discretion.
It is recommended to contact a service center directly.
 Never spill any kind of liquid on the air conditioner.
If this happens, unplug or turn off the air conditioner and contact an
authorized service center.
 Do not insert anything between the airflow blades to prevent damage
of the inner fan and consequent injury. Keep children away from the
air conditioner.
 Do not place any obstacles in front of the air conditioner.
 Do not spray any kind of liquid into the indoor unit. If this happens,
turn off the breaker and contact a service center.
 Make sure that the air conditioner is well ventilated at all times:
Do not place a cloth or other materials over it.
 Remove the batteries if you don’t use the remote control for a long
time. (If applicable)
 Use the remote control within 7 meters from the indoor unit.
(If applicable)
DURING OPERATION
 Never store or load the air conditioner upside down or sideways to
prevent the damage of the compressor.
 Young children or infirm persons should be always supervised when
they use the air conditioner.
 Max current is measured according to IEC standard for safety.
 Current is measured according to ISO standard for energy efficiency.
OTHERS
 Before throwing out the air conditioner, remove the batteries from the
remote control.
 When you dispose of the air conditioner, consult your dealer. If pipes
are removed incorrectly, refrigerant may blow out and cause air
pollution. When it contacts with your skin, it can cause skin injury.
 The package of the air conditioner should be recycled or disposed
properly for environmental reasons.
DISPOSING OF THE UNIT
Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register
WARNING • If you don’t follow the safety precautions, you may get the risk of an
electric shock, injury or death.
•
The manufacturer or qualified service personnel must install this air conditioner.
• Unplug the electric power before repairing, installing or cleaning.

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Contents
 PREPARATION
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Name of Each Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Remote Control-Buttons and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Inserting the Remote Control Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
 OPERATION
Selecting the Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Selecting the Cool Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Selecting the Heat Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Selecting the Dry Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Selecting the Fan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Selecting the Turbo Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Selecting the Energy Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Adjusting the Airflow Direction Vertically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Adjusting the Airflow Direction Horizontally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Setting the On Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Setting the Off Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Setting the 1 Hour Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
Operating Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Temperature and Humidity Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
 Operating Your Air Conditioner Without the Remote Control . . . . 23
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Cleaning Your Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Cleaning Deodorizing and Bio Filter (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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Name of Each Part
The design and shape can be changed according to the model.
Indoor Unit
Temperature sensor
Power(On/Off) button
Air filter
(under the grille)
Airflow blades
(outlet)
Air Inlet
Timer indicator
Fan mode indicator
Turbo indicator
Energy saving indicator Power(On/Off) button/
Remote Control Sensor
Operation indicator
(Cool/Heat mode)

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Name of Each Part
Outdoor Unit
Air Outlet
Connection Valve
Air Inlet (Rear)
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Remote Control-Buttons and Display
1 Hour Timer indicator
On Timer indicator
Off Timer indicator
Turbo function indicator
Sleep mode indicator
Energy saving indicator
Power(On/Off) button
Mode selection button
(AUTO, COOL, DRY, FAN, HEAT)
Temperature adjustment button
Energy Saving button
Sleep button
On Timer button
Off Timer button
Transmission indicator
Temperature and Timer setting
Battery life indicator
Airflow direction
Fan speed indicator
Turbo button
1 Hour Timer button
Fan speed button
Airflow control button
Timer Set/Cancel button
Battery check button
Operation modes indicator
( AUTO, COOL, DRY,
FAN, HEAT)
Note
Each mode indicator shows the current setting and the battery life.
You can check the battery life by pressing the button.
The number of the battery life indicator means the remaining battery life.
Replace the batteries when only one battery life indicator remains.

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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
Note  Use two AAA, LR03 1.5V 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.
1
Remove the battery cover in the rear of the remote control by pushing
it with your thumb.
2
Insert two batteries, respecting the polarities as indicated by
the + and - symbols.
3
Close the cover by sliding it back in its place.

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Getting Start
The User’s Manual provides you with valuable information about your
air conditioner. Please read this manual carefully before using the air conditioner.
It will help you take full advantage of the unit’s features.
You have already seen the basic description of the unit on pages from 4 to 6.
Starting up 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:
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Selecting the Auto Mode
You can select the Auto mode if you want to cool or heat your room
automatically. You can adjust the temperature in this mode.
1
If necessary, 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.
2
Press the button on the remote control until is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in the Auto mode.
 The Auto mode cools or heats the room depending on the
set temperature.
 The air conditioner changes the Cool or Heat mode
automatically depending on the current temperature during
operation.
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 61°F(16°C) and 86°F(30°C).
Result:
 Each time you press the button:
- The temperature is adjusted by 1°F
- The indoor unit beeps

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Selecting the Cool Mode
You can select the Cool mode if you want to cool your room.
You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed when cooling
1If necessary, 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 is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in the 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 61°F(16°C) and 86°F(30°C).
Result:
 Each time you press the button:
- The temperature is adjusted by 1°F
- 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 operates consistently.
4Press the button to select the fan speed until the required settingis
displayed.
Automatic (rotated :    )
Low
Medium
High
Maximum
Result:
 Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
 The fan speed indicator increases and decreases
continuously and turns round each time you press the
button.
5To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.

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Selecting the Heat Mode
You can select the Heat mode if you want to heat your room.
You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed when heating.
1If necessary, 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 is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in the 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 61°F(16°C) and 86°F(30°C).
Result:
 Each time you press the button:
- The temperature is adjusted by 1°F
- The indoor unit beeps
 If the room temperature reaches 9°F higher than the set
temperature, the air conditioner stops heating, but the fan
operates consistently.
 If the room temperature reaches 5°F lower than the set
temperature, the air conditioner starts heating again.
4Press the button to select the fan speed until the required settingis
displayed.
Automatic (rotated :   )
Low
Medium
High
Maximum
Result:
 Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
 For the first 3~5 minutes, the fan may not operate to prevent
the cool air from running out of the indoor unit.
It helps to warm the air in your room sufficiently.
5To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.

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Selecting the Dry Mode
You can select the Dry mode if you want to dehumidify your room.
You can adjust the temperature in this mode.
1If necessary, 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 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 61°F(16°C) and 86°F(30°C).
Result:
 Each time you press the button:
- The temperature is adjusted by 1°F
- The indoor unit beeps
 The air conditioner starts dehumidifying and the fan speed is
adjusted automatically.
4To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.

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Selecting the Fan Mode
You can select the 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.
1If necessary, 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 is displayed.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
 The air conditioner runs in the Fan mode.
 The temperature is set automatically.
Note You can change modes at any time.
3Press the button to select the fan speed 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 pages 16 and 17.

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Selecting the Turbo Function
You can select the Turbo Function if you want to cool or heat your room in the
fastest way. After the 30-minute operation with the maximum setting,
it returns to the previous setting.
1If necessary, 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.
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 the Auto, Cool and Heat
mode. If you select this function in the Dry or Fan mode,
the mode changes to the Auto mode.
3Press 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 pages 16 and 17.

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Selecting the Energy Saving Function
You can select the Energy Saving Function to save energy when cooling or
heating.
1If necessary, 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.
Result:
 The indoor unit beeps.
 The air conditioner runs in the Energy saving mode.
 The outer airflow blade moves up and down.
 To stop the Energy saving mode, press the again.
Note You can select the Energy saving mode only in the Cool and Heat
mode.
3Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
4Press the button to select the fan speed until the required setting is
displayed.
5To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.

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Adjusting the Airflow Direction Vertically
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 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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Adjusting the Airflow Direction Horizontally
You can adjust the airflow direction horizontally with your hands.
The inner blades with small fins moves the air to the required direction.
1Adjust the inner blades by moving them to left or right.

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Setting the On Timer
You can set the On Timer to turn on the air conditioner automatically at
the appointed time. You can set the time from 1 hour to 24 hours.
1Press the button until the required time is displayed to set the On Timer.
You can set the time between 1 hour and 24 hours.
2Press the button to complete the setting.
Result:
 The remaining time is displayed.
 The timer indicator stops blinking.
 The selected mode and the temperature on the display
disappear after 10 seconds.
 The air conditioner turns on automatically at the appointed time
and the On Timer setting disappears.
3Press the button until the desired mode is displayed at the top of
theremote control to select the mode in advance.
Result:
 The air conditioner operates in the selected mode when it is
turned on.
Note If you don’t use the remote control after setting the On Timer, it turns off
automatically after 25 hours.
To Cancel the On Timer
1Press the button to cancel the On Timer.
Note If you press the button, both the On Timer and the Off Timer
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Setting the Off Timer
To Cancel the Off Timer
1Press the button to cancel the Off Timer.
Note If you press the button, both the On Timer and the Off Timer
are canceled.
You can set the Off Timer to turn off the air conditioner automatically at
the appointed time. You can set the time from 1 hour to 24 hours.
1Press the button until the required time is displayed to set the Off Timer.
You can set the time between 1 hour and 24 hours.
2Press the button to complete the setting.
Result:
 The remaining time is displayed.
 The timer indicator stops blinking.
 The air conditioner turns off automatically at the appointed time
and the Off Timer setting disappears.
Example If you would like to turn the air conditioner on after
2 hours and to operate it for 2 hours:
1. Press the button until ‘2.0 Hr’ is displayed.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button until ‘4.0 Hr’ is displayed.
4. Press the button.
Note You can check or change the mode and/or the temperature by
pressing the button or the button after setting the Off
Timer.