Samsung AR NVFH Series User manual

Air conditioner
User manual/Installation manual
AR**NVFH***
•Thank you for purchasing this Samsung air conditioner.
•Before operating this unit, please read this installation manual carefully and retain it for future
reference.
DB68-07528A-00

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Contents
Safety Information 4
Safety Information 4
At a Glance 8
Indoor Unit Overview 8
Display
Remote Control Overview 9
Inserting batteries
Remote Control Operation 10
Operation modes • Controlling temperature •
Controlling fan speed • Controlling air flow direction
Power Smart Features 12
Cooling Operation 12
Cool mode • 2-Step cooling function
Dehumidifying Operation 13
Dry mode
Quick Smart Features 14
Auto mode • Fan mode • Fast function • Comfort function •
Quiet function • Beep sound function
Energy-Saving Features 17
Energy-Saving Operation 17
Single user function • Timed on/Timed off function • good’sleep function
Cleaning and Maintenance 20
Cleaning at a Glance 20
Troubleshooting 22
Technical Specifications 24
Installation 25
Safety Information on Installation 25
Preparation 27
Step 1.1 Choosing the installation location
Step 1.2 Packing and Unpacking
Step 1.3 Checking and preparing accessories and tools
Step 1.4 Drilling a hole through the wall
Step 1.5 Taping the pipes, cables, and drain hose

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Indoor Unit Installation 31
Step 2.1 Connecting the power and communication cables (assembly cable)
Step 2.2 Optional: Extending the power cable
Step 2.3 Installing and connecting the drain hose
Step 2.4 Optional: Extending the drain hose
Step 2.5 Optional: Changing the direction of the drain hose
Step 2.6 Installing and connecting the assembly pipes to the refrigerant pipes (assembly pipe)
Step 2.7 Shortening or extending the refrigerant pipes (assembly pipe)
Step 2.8 Fixing the installation plate
Outdoor Unit Installation 38
Step 3.1 Fixing the outdoor unit in place
Step 3.2 Connecting the power and communication cables and the refrigerant pipes
Step 3.3 Evacuating the air
Step 3.4 Adding refrigerant
Installation Inspection 41
Step 4.1 Performing the gas leak tests
Step 4.2 Running the Smart Install mode
Step 4.3 Performing final check and trial operation
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in countries with separate collection systems)
This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic
accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the
end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled
waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to
promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
Household users should contact either the retailer where they purchased this product, or their local
government office, for details of where and how they can take these items for environmentally safe
recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
This product and its electronic accessories should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
Correct disposal of batteries in this product
This marking on the battery, manual or packaging indicates that the batteries in this product should not
be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. Where marked, the chemical
symbols Hg, Cd or Pb indicate that the battery contains mercury, cadmium or lead above the reference
levels in EC Directive 2006/66.

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Safety InformationSafety Information
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
centre or find help and information online at www.samsung.com.
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.
FOR INSTALLATION
WARNING
Use a power cord with this product's power specifications or higher and use the powercord forthis
appliance only. In addition, do not use an extension cord.
• Extending the power cord may result in electric shock or fire.
• Do not use an electric transformer. This may result in electric shock or fire.
• 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.
• 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 an Isolation Switch next to the Air Conditioner (but not on the panels of the AirConditioner)
and circuit breaker dedicated to the air conditioner.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Fix the outdoor unit firmly so that the electric part of the outdoorunit is not exposed.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, or problems with the product.
Do not install this appliance near a heater, or inflammable material. Do not install this appliance in a
humid, oily or dusty location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water (orrain). Do not install
this appliance in a location where gas may leak.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
Never install the outdoor unit in a location such as on a high external wall where it could fall.
• 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.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, and explosion.
• Make sure to use a socket-outlet with ground.
Safety Information

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Safety InformationSafety Information
CAUTION
Install your appliance on a level and hard floorthat can support its weight.
• Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product.
Install the drain hose properly so that water drains correctly.
• Failing to do so may result in water overflowing and property damage. Avoid adding drain to waste
pipes as odours may arise in the future.
When installing the outdoor unit, make sure to connect the drain hose so that draining is performed
correctly.
• The water generated during heating 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.
FOR POWER SUPPLY
WARNING
When the circuit breaker is damaged, contact your nearest service centre.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power line. Do not twist or tie the powerline. 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.
• This may result in electric shock or fire.
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.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
FOR USING
WARNING
If the appliance is flooded, please contact your nearest service centre.
• 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 centre.
• 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 immediatelywithout touching
the power line. Do not touch the appliance or power line.
• Do not use a ventilating fan.
• A spark may result in an explosion or fire.
To reinstall the air conditioner, please contact your nearest service centre.
• Failing to do so may result in problems with the product, water leakage, electric shock, or fire.

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Safety InformationSafety Information
• 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.
• 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 salt in the air, please contact your nearest service centre.
Do not touch the circuit breakerwith wet hands.
• This may result in electric shock.
Do not turn the airconditioner off with the circuit breakerwhile it is operating.
• Turning the air conditioner off and then on again with the circuit breaker may cause a spark and
result in electric shock or fire.
After unpacking the air conditioner, keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as
packaging materials can be dangerous to children.
• If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suffocation.
Do not touch the air flow blade with your hands or fingers during heating.
• 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.
• Take special care that children do not injure themselves by inserting their fingers into the product.
Do not strike orpull the air conditionerwith excessive force.
• This may result in fire, injury, or problems with the product.
Do not place an object nearthe outdoor unit that allows children to climb onto the machine.
• This may result in children seriously injuring themselves.
Do not use this air conditioner for long periods of time in badly ventilated locations or near infirm
people.
• Since this may be dangerous due to a lack of oxygen, open a window at least once an hour.
If any foreign substance such as water has entered the appliance, cut off the power supply and
contact the nearest service centre.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not attempt to repair, disassemble, or modify the appliance yourself.
• Do not use any fuse (such as cooper, steel wire, etc.) other than the standard fuse.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.
CAUTION
Do not place objects or devices underthe indoor unit.
• Water dripping from the indoor unit may result in fire or property damage.
Check that the installation frame of the outdoor unit is not broken at least once a year.
• Failing to do so may result in injury, death or property damage.
• To prevent personal injury, make sure that you change the directions of the horizontal air flow
blades after stopping the movements of the vertical air flow blade.
Max current is measured according to IEC standard for safety and current is measured according to
ISO standard for energy efficiency.
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.
• This may result in electric shock, fire, problems with the product, or injury.

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Safety InformationSafety Information
Do not operate the appliance with wet hands.
• This may result in electric shock.
Do not spray volatile material such as insecticide onto the surface of the appliance.
• As well as being harmful to humans, it may also result in electric shock, fire or problems with the
product.
Do not drink the water from the air conditioner.
• The water may be harmful to humans.
Do not apply a strong impact to the remote control and do not disassemble the remote control.
Do not touch the pipes connected with the product.
• 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.
• This may result in property damage.
Avoid directly exposing humans, animals or plants to the airflow from the airconditioner for long
periods of time.
• This may result in harm to humans, animals or plants.
This appliance is not intended foruse by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, without supervision orinstruction
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 CLEANING
WARNING
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it. Do not use benzene, thinneror alcohol
to clean the appliance.
• This may result in discolouration, deformation, damage, electric shock or fire.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, cut off the power supply and wait until the fan stops.
• Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
CAUTION
Take care when cleaning the surface of the heat exchanger of the outdoor unit since it has sharp
edges.
• This should be done by a qualified technician. Please contact your installer or service centre.
Do not clean the inside of the air conditioner by yourself.
• For cleaning inside the appliance, contact your nearest service centre.
• When cleaning the filter, refer to the descriptions in the ‘Cleaning at a Glance’ section.
• Failing to do so may result in damage, electric shock or fire.
• Make sure to prevent any injury from sharp edges of the surface when handling the heat exchanger.

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At a Glance
01 Air intake
02 Air filter
03 Air flow blade (up and down)
04 Air flow blade (left and right)
05 Room temperature sensor
06 Display
07 Power button /
Remote control receiver
Display
01
02
03
01 good'sleep indicator
02 Timer indicator
Auto clean indicator
03 Operation indicator
The actual product may differ slightly from the image depicted below.
Indoor Unit Overview
At a Glance
06
01
02
03
04
05
07

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At a Glance
Remote Control Overview
01 Set temperature indicator
02 Timer option indicator
03 Operation mode indicator
04 Options indicator
05 Low battery indicator
06 Transmit indicator
07 Fan speed indicator
08 Vertical air swing indicator
09 Settings indicator
10 Power button
11 Temperature button
12 Options button
13 Timer button
14 Direction button / Selection button
15 Vertical air swing button
16 Mode button
17 Fan speed button
18 Single user button
19 Settings button
20 SET button
At a Glance
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06
07
08
09
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16
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19
20
02
03
04
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11
12
18
13
14
Inserting batteries
two 1.5V AAA type batteries
NOTE
• The descriptions in this manual are primarily made
based on the remote control buttons.
• Although Heat, Ionizer ( ) ,d’light Cool, Usage,
Filter Reset, Display is displayed on the remote
control display, it is not available on this model.

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At a Glance
Operation modes
You can change the current mode between Auto, Cool, Dry and Fan by
pressing the button.
Controlling temperature
You can control the temperature in each mode as follows:
Mode Temperature control
Auto/Cool Adjust by 1 °C between 16 °C and 30 °C.
Dry Adjust by 1 °C between 18 °C and 30 °C.
Fan You cannot control the temperature.
NOTE
You can use the Cool and Dry modes in the following conditions:
Mode Cool Dry
Indoor temperature 16 °C to 32 °C 18 °C to 32 °C
Outdoor temperature
16 °C to 52 °C 16 °C to 52 °C
Indoor humidity 80% or less relative
humidity _
• If the air conditioner operates in a high humidity environment in the
Cool mode for an extended period of time, condensation may occur.
You can use the air conditioner easily by selecting a mode and then by controlling the temperature, fan speed,
and air direction.
Remote Control Operation

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At a Glance
Controlling fan speed
You can select the following fan speeds in each mode:
Mode Available fan speeds
Auto/Dry (Auto)
Cool (Auto), (Low), (Med), (High),
(Turbo)
Fan (Low), (Med), (High), (Turbo)
Controlling air flow direction
Vertical air flow
Keep the vertical air flow in a constant direction by stopping the
movements of the vertical air flow blade.
In operation ►
NOTE
• If you adjust the vertical air flow blade manually, it may not close
completely when you turn off the air conditioner.
Horizontal air flow (manual)
Keep the horizontal air flow in a constant direction by changing the
directions of the horizontal air flow blades manually.

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Power Smart Features
Cool mode
Use the Cool mode to stay cool in hot weather.
► ► Select Cool.
NOTE
• For comfort, keep the temperature difference between the indoor
and outdoor air within 5 °C in the Cool mode.
• After selecting the Cool mode, select a function, temperature, and
fan speed that you want to apply.
–To cool your room quickly, select a low temperature and a
strong fan speed.
–To save energy, select a high temperature and a weak fan
speed.
–As the indoor temperature approaches the set temperature, the
compressor will operate at a low speed to save energy.
2-Step cooling function
Use the 2-Step cooling function to quickly reach the set temperature.
The air conditioner automatically adjusts the fan speed and air flow
direction. You can select this function only when the Cool mode is
running.
In the Cool mode ► ► ►
Select 2-Step. ►
The smart and powerful cooling functions of the Samsung air conditioner keep an enclosed space cool and
comfortable.
Cooling Operation
Power Smart Features

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Power Smart Features
Dry mode
Use the Dry mode in rainy or humid weather.
► ► Select Dry.
NOTE
• The lower the set temperature is, the greater the dehumidifying
capacity is. When the current humidity seems to be high, adjust the
set temperature to a low temperature.
The dehumidifying function of the Samsung air conditioner keeps an enclosed space dry and comfortable.
Dehumidifying Operation

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Power Smart Features
Auto mode
Use the Auto mode when you want the air conditioner to automatically
control the operation. The air conditioner will provide the most
comfortable atmosphere that it can.
► ► Select Auto.
NOTE
• When the indoor temperature seems to be higher or lower than the
set point, the air conditioner automatically produces cool air to down
the indoor temperature.
Fan mode
Use the Fan mode to run the air conditioner like a common fan. The air
conditioner provides a natural breeze.
► ► Select Fan.
NOTE
• If the air conditioner will not be used for an extended period of time,
dry the air conditioner by running it in the Fan mode for 3 or 4 hours.
• The outdoor unit is designed not to operate in the Fan mode to
prevent cold air from entering through the unit. This is a normal
operation and not a fault with the air conditioner.
There is a variety of extra functionality provided by the Samsung air conditioner.
Quick Smart Features

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Power Smart Features
Fast function
Use the Fast function to quickly cool your room. This function is the
most powerful cooling function provided by the air conditioner. You can
select this function in the Cool mode.
In the Cool mode ► ► ►
Select Fast ►
NOTE
• If you select the Fast function while such functions as 2-Step
cooling, Comfort, Single user Quiet, or good'sleep are running, these
functions are cancelled.
• You can change the air flow direction.
• You cannot change the set temperature and the fan speed.
Comfort function
Use the Comfort function when you feel the current cooling effect is too
strong. The air conditioner provides a mild cooling. You can select this
function in the Cool mode.
In the Cool mode ► ► ►
Select Comfort. ►
NOTE
• You can change the set temperature and the air flow direction.
• You cannot change the fan speed.
• If you select the Comfort function while such functions as 2-Step
cooling, Fast, Single user, Quiet, or good'sleep are running, these
functions are cancelled.
• If you feel cooling effect in the Comfort function is weak, cancel the
Comfort function.

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Power Smart Features
Quiet function
Use the Quiet function to reduce operating noise. You can select this
function in the Cool mode
In the Cool mode ► ► ►
Select Quiet.►
NOTE
• You can change the set temperature and the air flow direction.
• You cannot change the fan speed.
• If you select the Quiet function while such functions as 2-Step
cooling, Fast, Comfort, Single user, or good'sleep are running, these
functions are cancelled.
Beep sound function
Use the Beep sound function to turn on or off the beep sound that plays
when you press a button on the remote control.
► ► Select Beep. ►

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Energy-Saving Features
Single userfunction
Use the Single user function to reduce electricity consumption while
staying cool. You can select this function in the Cool mode.
In the Cool mode ►
NOTE
• When the Single user function starts, the pattern appears
on the remote control for a few seconds, and vertical air swing
begins automatically.
• If you select the Single user while such function as 2-Step cooling,
Fast, Comfort, Quiet, or good'sleep are running, these modes are
cancelled.
• After selecting the Single user function, you can change the set
temperature (24 °C to 30 °C in the Cool mode), fan speed, and
vertical air flow direction.
• When the Single user function is turned on in the Cool mode while
the set temperature is set to lower than 24 °C, the set temperature
is automatically raised to 24 °C. But if the set temperature is set to
between 25 °C and 30 °C, it remains the same.
• Even after you turn off the Single user function, vertical air swing
continues until you turn it off with the Vertical air swing ( )
button.
• You can also start the Single user function by pressing the Options
() button.
In the Cool mode ► ► ►
Select Single user. ►
The smart energy-saving functions of the Samsung air conditioner reduce electricity consumption.
Energy-Saving Operation
Energy-Saving Features

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Energy-Saving Features
Timed on/Timed off function
Use the Timed on/Timed off to turn on or off the air conditioner after
the time that you set.
(Select On or Off among On, Off, and .) ►
(Set the on/off time.) ►
• Press the (Timer) button to change the current function
between On, Off, and (good’sleep). (good’sleep) is displayed in
the Cool mode only.
NOTE
• You can set a time between 0.5 and 24 hours. Set the time interval
to 0.0 to cancel the Timed on/off function.
• Once you start the Timed on/off function, the Timer ( ) indicator is
displayed on the indoor unit display.
• After starting the Timed on function, you can change the mode and
the set temperature. You cannot change the set temperature while
the Fan mode is running.
• You cannot set the same time for both of the Timed on and Timed
off functions.
Combining Timed on and Timed off
When the air
conditioner
is off
Example) Timed on: 3 hours, Timed off: 5 hours
The air conditioner turns on after 3 hours from the
moment you start Timed on/off, remains on for 2
hours, then turns off automatically.
When the air
conditioner
is on
Example) Timed on: 3 hours, Timed off: 1 hour
The air conditioner turns off after 1 hour from the
moment you start Timed on/off, then turns on after 2
hours from the moment it is turned off.

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Energy-Saving Features
good’sleep function
Use the good'sleep function to get a good sleep at night and to save
energy. You can select this function in the Cool mode.
In the Cool mode ►(Select among
On, Off, and .)
►
(Set the operation time.) ►
• Press the (Timer) button to change the current function
between On, Off, and (good’sleep).
NOTE
• You can adjust the set temperature by 1 °C between 16 °C and 30 °C.
• The recommended and optimal set temperatures in the good’sleep
function are as follows:
Mode Recommended set
temperature
Optimal set
temperature
Cool 25 °C to 27 °C 26 °C
• Once you start the good’sleep function, the good’sleep( ) indicator
appears on the indoor unit display.
• You can set the operation time to between 0.5 and 12 hours. Set the
operation time to 0.0 to cancel the good’sleep function.
• The default operation time for the good’sleep function in the
Cool mode is 8 hours. If the operation time is set to over 5 hours,
the Wake up function begins 1 hour before the set time. The air
conditioner stops automatically when the operation time expires.
• When the Timed on, Timed off, and good'sleep functions are
overlapped, the air conditioner operates its timer with only the
function that you have started most recently.

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Cleaning and Maintenance
Running Auto clean
NOTE
• When you set the Auto clean timer, Clean blinks and then disappears on the remote control display. The
Timer ( ) indicator also appears on the indoor unit display.
• When the air conditioner is off, Auto clean starts immediately when it is selected. When the air conditioner is
on, Auto clean starts as soon as the air conditioner stops running.
• During Auto clean, the indoor fan continues to run, and air flow blades remain open to expel ambient air.
Cleaning the indoorunit exteriorand outdoor unit heat exterior
Tepid damp cloth
Soft brush
Before cleaning, be sure to turn off the equipment and
disconnect the power plug. Spray water to clean the dust.
CAUTION
• Do not clean the display by using alkaline detergent.
• Do not use sulphuric acid, hydrochloric acid, or organic solvents (such as thinner, kerosene, and acetone) to
clean the surfaces. Do not put any stickers on it as this can damage the surface of the air conditioner.
• When you clean and inspect the heat exchanger on the outdoor unit, contact the local service centre for
help.
Cleaning at a Glance
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning duration
(minutes)
Auto (Cool), Cool,
Dry 30
Fan 15