Samsung AW12FCDBC User manual

DB98-23704A(2)
Window-type RoomAir Conditioner
(Cool)
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OWNER´S
INSTRUCTIONS
AW12FCDBC
AW24FCDBC

The following safety precautions must be taken when installing
and using your air conditioner.
Safety Precautions
1The air conditioner must be plugged into its own specific power source, which must be
installed in compliance with national wiring, earthing and safety regulations.
Depending on national regulations and your specific installation, you may need to install:
◆ A circuit breaker
For further information on electrical requirements, contact a professional electrician.
This device must be installed according to the national electrical rules.
2Make sure that the unit is correctly ventilated at all times;
do NOT place clothing or other materials over it.
4Do NOT insert anything between the air outlet blades, as it may damage the inner fan
and you may be hurt. Keep children away from the unit.
5 ALWAYS ensure that the power cable is in good condition.
If the power cord is damaged in any way, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
6Do NOT attempt to repair the unit yourself. If it is damaged in any way, contact:
◆ An authorized service center
◆ The dealer from whom you purchased the air conditioner.
7Do NOT place any blocking objects in front of the unit.
3NEVER spill liquids of any kind into the unit.
Should this happen, unplug the unit and contact your installation specialist.
8If the remote control will not be used for a long time, remove the batteries.
9Before throwing out the device, it is necessary to pull back the battery cells
and get rid of them safely.
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The manufacturer does not assume responsibility for accidents or injury
caused by an incorrectly installed air conditioner. If you are unsure about
installation, contact an installation specialist.
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Contents
◆PREPARING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
■Safety Precautions ......................................................................................... 2
■Air Conditioning Unit - Main Parts, Buttons and Display ............................... 4
■Remote Control Buttons ................................................................................. 5
■Getting Started ............................................................................................... 6
■Inserting the Remote Control Batteries .......................................................... 7
◆OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
■Cooling Your Room ........................................................................................ 8
■Airing Your Room ........................................................................................... 9
■Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Vertically ...................................................... 10
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◆PROGRAMMING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
■Setting the On Timer ...................................................................................... 11
■Setting the Off Timer ...................................................................................... 12
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◆RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
■Operating Recommendation ........................................................................... 13
■Temperature and Humidity Ranges ................................................................ 13
■Cleaning Your Air Conditioner ........................................................................ 14
■Solving Common Problems ............................................................................ 15
■Technical Specifications ................................................................................. 16
◆INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................... 18
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" The high inrush current of the starting compressor motor can have adverse effects to
the operation of other equipment under unfavorable mains conditions. This equipment
does not comply with the relevant technical standards for the limitation of voltage
fluctuations and flicker."
Before connecting this equipment to the power supply system, please report to your
supply authority and obtain the consent.
Do not connect other electric appliances to the same supply lines.

Timer setting button
Remote control sensor
Timer indicator
Fan speed adjustment
button
Temperature/timer
settings
Temperature adjustment
buttons
On/Off button
Operating mode selection
button (COOL, FAN)
❄The design and shape are subject to change according to the model.
❄.If a power failure occurs when the air conditioner is operating, the unit is switched off
Then the power returns, the air conditioner starts up again automatically.
Air inlet (inside)
Air filter
(The air filter is
located inside)
Inner air flow blades
(right/left orientation)
Air outlet
Outer air flow blades
(up/down orientation)
Air inlet (outside)
Ventilation lever
Air Conditioning Unit - Main Parts, Buttons and Display
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The type of the power plug
may differ according to
athe type of local power
supply.
Power plug
Power cable
Power cable connection
should be commited to
an installation enginner.
.
Blue Brown Yellow/Green
Main power Hearth
◆The power plug may be not supplied
depending on the model

Remote Control - Buttons
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Temperature adjustment
buttons
Fan speed
adjustment buttons
On/Offbutton
Timer setting button
Operating mode
selection buttons

Getting Started
You have just purchased a window-type room air conditioner and it has been installed by your
installation specialist.
Your Owner’s Instructions contain valuable information on using your air conditioner.
Please take the time to read them as they will help you take full advantage of the unit’s functions.
This Owner’s Instructions is just for using your air conditioner correctly.
Thus, the illustrations shown in this manual may not exactly match your air conditioners.
The booklet is organized as follows.
◆The following figures are shown on pages 4 and 5:
-Air conditioning unit (main parts, buttons and display)
-Remote control (buttons)
They will help you find the buttons and understand the symbols displayed.
◆In the main part of the document, you will find a series of step-by-step procedures for each
function available.
The illustrations in the step-by-step procedures use four different symbols:
Moreover, applicable, wherever the illustrations show the positions of the buttons on both the
remote control and the unit itself.
For the... The illustrations have a...
Remote control Gray background.
Example:
Unit itself White background.
Example:
PRESS PUSH IMPORTANT NOTE
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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
◆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.
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Push the battery cover on the rear of the remote control with your thumb
in the direction of the arrow and remove it.
Insert the two batteries, taking care to respect the polarities :
◆+ on the battery with + on the remote control
◆-on the battery with -on the remote control
1
2
Close the cover by sliding it back until it clicks into place.
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3

You must select the Cool mode if you wish to lower the temperature in your
room. You can also set the fan speed.
1If necessary, press the (On/Off) button.
Result:◆The operating mode indicator (COOL or FAN) on
the unit comes on.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode selected
when the unit was last used.
◆The unit beeps twice.
☛The air conditioner is fitted with a protection mechanism to prevent
the unit from being damaged when it is started immediately after
being:
◆Plugged in
◆Stopped
It will start up automatically after about three minutes.
2 If the COOL indicator is not lit up on the unit:
◆Press the COOL button on the remote control
or
◆Press the MODE button on the unit one or more times until the COOL
indicator lights up
Result:◆The unit beeps each time you press MODE.
◆The air conditioner starts up in Cool mode.
➢You can change modes at any time.
3 To adjust the temperature, press the Temperature button on the remote
control one or more times until the required temperature is displayed.
To adjust the temperature, press the Temperature button on the unit one
or more times until the required temperature is displayed.
Possible temperatures are between 18°C and 30°C .
Result:◆Each time you press the temperature buttons:
– The temperature is adjusted by 1°C and
displayed on the control panel
– The unit beeps
◆The air conditioner starts cooling if the room temperature is
higher than the selected temperature.
4 To set the fan speed
Cooling Your Room
Remote Control Control Panel
◆Press the HIGH, MED or LOW button on the remote control
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it depends of your requirement
or
Press the Fan speed button on the unit until fan speed appears on the indicator
(F1, F2, F3)
Result: Each time you press a button, the unit beeps
5To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 10.

Airing Your Room
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If you wish to provide ventilation, you can use the Fan feature.
1 If necessary, press the(On/Off) button.
Result:
◆◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode selected
when the unit was last used.
◆The unit beeps twice.
2 If the FAN speed(F1,F2,F3) indicator is not lit up on the unit:
◆Press the FAN button on the remote control
or
◆Press the MODE button on the unit one or more times until the FAN
indicator lights up (F1, F2, F3)
Result:◆The unit beeps each time you press MODE.
◆The air conditioner starts up in Fan mode.
➢◆You can change modes at any time.
◆When the air conditioner is in Fan mode, the
temperature is not displayed; in this case, you do not
need to set the temperature.
3 To set the fan speed
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Result: Each time you press a button, the unit beeps.4
4To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 10.
◆Press the HIGH, MED or LOW button on the remote control
it depends of your requirement.
or
Press the Fan speed button on the unit until fan speed appears on the indicator
(F (F1, F2, F3)
Remote Control Control Panel

Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Vertically
Again depending on the position of the unit in your room, you can
adjust the orientation of the outer air flow blades on the right-hand
side of the unit.
RECOMMENDATION When... Adjust the blades to face...
Cooling Upwards.
Adjust the air flow blades to the desired position, by pushing them upwards or
downwards.
➢If you orient the air flow blades downwards and the unit operates in Cool mode
for a long period of time, dew may:
◆Form on the surface of the blades
◆Drip from the blades
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Setting the On timer
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The On Timer enables you to switch on the air conditioner automatically after
a given period time.
You can select the On timer only when the air conditioner is off.
1Check that the air conditioner has been switched off; if necessary,
press the (On/Off) button.
2Set the operating time by pressing:
◆Timer on the remote control.
or
◆Timer on the unit one or more times.
Possible time is between 1 hour and 12 hour inclusive.
Result:◆The remaining time is displayed and decreased by 1 hour
automatically to indicate the remaining time.
◆The air conditioner switches on automatically when the
operating time reaches zero.
➢You can change the setting mode, fan speed
after setting the On timer.
To cancel the timer, press:
◆Timer on the remote control or unit one or more times until "--" is
displayed.
or
◆on the remote control or unit (The air conditioner operates in the mode
selected when the unit was last used.)
To Cancel the On Timer
Remote Control Control Panel

Setting the Off Timer
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The Off Timer enables you to switch off the air conditioner
automatically after a given period of time. You can set the period of
time from 1 hour to 12 hours.
You can select the Off timer only when the air conditioner is on.
1Check that the air conditioner has been switched on; if necessary,
press the (On/Off) button.
2 Set the operating time by pressing:
◆Timer on the remote control
or
◆Timer on the unit one or more times.
Possible times are between 1 hour and 12 hour inclusive.
Result:◆The remaining time is displayed and decreased by 1 hour
automatically to indicate the remaining time.
◆The air conditioner switches off automatically when the
operating time reaches zero.
➢You can change the setting mode, fan speed
after setting the Off timer.
To Cancel the Off Timer
Remote Control Control Panel
To cancel the timer, press:
◆Timer on the remote control or unit one or more times until "- -" is
displayed.
or
◆on the remote control or unit (The air conditioner operates in the mode
selected when the unit was last used.)

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Operating Recommendations
Temperature and Humidity Ranges
The following table indicates the temperature and humidity ranges within which the air conditioner can be used.
Higher humidity levels Water may condense on and drip from the surface of the unit if
it is used for long periods.
Lower temperatures A water leakage or some other malfunction may happen if the
heat exchanger freezes.
Higher temperatures The automatic protection feature may be triggered and the air
conditioner stopped.
If the air conditioner is used at... Then...
Here are a few recommendations that you should follow when using your air conditioner.
Power failure If a power failure occurs when the air conditioner is operating, the
unit is switched off. When the power returns, the air conditioner
starts up again automatically.
Topic Recommendation
Cooling21°C to 32°C approx 21°C to 43°C (54°C Middle East)approx.80% or less
Mode Indoor Temperature Outdoor Temperature Indoor Humidity

Cleaning Your Air Conditioner
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The air conditioner has two or three
grille grooves depending of the model.
.
If you...
Will not be using the
air conditioner for a long
period of time
p
Have not used the air
conditioner for a long
aperiod of time
p
Then...
◆ Set the fan going for a few hours to
dry the inside of the air conditioner
thoroughly.
◆ Switch the air conditioner off and unplug
it from the wall socket.
◆ Clean the filter and outer surfaces
.
Set the fan going for a few hours to dry
the inside of the air conditioner
thoroughly
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Hold the air filter handle, slightly pull it to the left side and open the front grille.
a.
1
Pull the air filter to the right side.
2
Remove all dust on the air filter with a vaccum cleaner or brush.
.
3
When you have finished, insert the air filter back into its original position .
4
Wipe the surface of the unit with a neutral detergent and then wipe it again
with dry cloth.
(Be sure not to use benzene, solvent or other chemical products)
5
➢
The removal of the front grille makes it eaisier to clean the air
conditioner. Open the grille as much as possible.
p.
➢
Be sure to clean the air filter périodically to maintain the air conditioner
in the best condition for a long period of time.
de tiempo.
When cleaning the air conditioner, turn it off and pull out
the power plug.
IMPORTANT
Removal and Reassembly of the Front Grille
Grasp the lower part of the
front grille and the air filter
handle, then open the grille.
1
Remove the safety clip and
the front grille.
2
When reassembling the front
grille, you should install the
safety clip again.
3
For user's safety, a safety clip has been installed in the front grille.
Safety clip
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Solving Common Problems
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Before contacting the after-sales service, perform the following simple checks. They may save
you the time and expense of an unnecessary service call.
The air conditioner does not
operate at all ◆Check that the circuit breaker used for the air conditioner has not
been triggered.
◆Check that the power cable is plugged into a wall socket and the
socket is switched on, if necessary.
◆
Check that the operating mode indicator (COOL or FAN) on the unit is
lit up; if necessary press (On/Off) on the remote control or unit.
Problem Explanation/Solution
The air conditioner does not
operate with the remote control ◆Check that there are no obstacles between you and the unit. ◆Replace the remote control batteries if necessary.
◆
Check that you are close enough to the unit (seven metres/yards
or less).
No beep is heard when you press
(On/Off) on the remote control ◆Check that you are pointing the remote control at the remote control sensor on the unit.
◆
Replace the remote control batteries if necessary.
The air conditioner does not cool ◆Check that the correct operating mode has been selected COOL.
◆
The room temperature may be too low.
◆ Dust may be blocking the air filter; refer to page 14 for
cleaning instructions.
◆ Check that there is no obstacle blocking the air flow into or out of
the unit.
The timer is not correctly triggered ◆Check that the timer has been programmed correctly;
see page 11~12.
Odours are permeated in the
room during air conditioning ◆Air the room.

Technical Specifications
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Design and specifications are subject to change without notice
Model
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/BA/BB/BC
Power Supply
220V~, 60Hz

Installation (for 60Hz)
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115V
15 AMP circuit
"parallel" type
230V/208V
20 AMP circuit
"perpendicular" type
230V/208V
15 AMP circuit
"tandem" type
230V/208V
30 AMP circuit
"tandem" type
1Electrical Requirements
For personal safety:
◆This appliance must be properly grounded.
◆Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third grounding
prong from the power cord.
◆We recommend that you do not use an extension cord or an
adapter plug with this appliance.
◆Do not change the plug on the power cord of this appliance.
◆ Follow national electrical codes or local codes and ordinances.
◆If the electric supply provided does not meet the above
specifications, call a licensed electrician.
◆Aluminum house wiring may pose special problems -
consult a qualified electrician.
◆This unit requires a separate circuit, serving only this appliance.

Installation
500mm 500mm
75mm
min.
300mm
500mm Fence, wall
or other
obstacle
150mm min.
“A”
Approx.3˚
Awning
750mm
➢ ◆ If the wall is greater than 150mm thick,
cut the wall back on a 45˚ angle if possible.
100mm or more
45˚45˚
Before installation, be sure to check the installation area or the air
conditioner, and drain hose.
Checkpoints prior to installation
Check the cabinet and front grille of the unit for any harmful defects
such as scratches.
1
Be sure to check the power supply.
- Refer to the specifications on the label attached to the unit.
2
Installation Conditions
As the unit is heavy, the wall or window of the installation area should
have sufficient strength and durability for operation of the air conditioner,
and for prevention of any vibration or noise.
If it is weak, reinforcement work should be performed separately.
1
It is advisable to install the air conditioner in the north or west side to
prevent the effect of direct sunlight.
When installing it in the south or east side due to unavoidable
circumstances, it is advisable to install the sunshade to prevent the
direct sunlight.
In this case, take care not to cause any hindrance to the flow of outside air.
2
When installing the air conditioner, be sure to obtain sufficient space on
the rear side of the unit for smooth flow of air.
When operating the air conditioner in closed areas such as inner building
with cooling operation, and result in trouble with the unit.
See the illustration below.
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Outdoor Side
Indoor Side
◆The appliance must be fixed well by screw or similar method.
Model
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* * * * * * D * *
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220mm
* * * * * * M* * 240mm
"A"

Installation of the Drain Tube
Fix the drain tube as shown in the figure.
Installation of the Drain Pan
The procedure for installing the drain pan should be determined by the
condition of the installing area.
◆ In the case of an area where the drain pan can not be directly
installed on the rear side of the unit after installing the air conditioner.
Example: High storage
◆ In the case of an area where the drain pan can be directly installed
on the rear side of the unit after installing the air conditioner.
Remove two screws on the lower, right and left sides of the unit.
4
Open the front grille ; refer to page 14.
1
Remove the screw located at the lower section of the front grille.
It is secured in the section depending on the model.
2
Remove the chassis from the cabinet.
5
Remove the rubber cap inserted into the basepan.
6
Fix the drain pan as shown in the figure, and then connect the drain hose.
(You can use any commercially-available drain hose.)
7
Install the cabinet at the specified area after installing the drain pan,
and then re-assemble it in the original condition.
8
Follow steps 6 and 7 only
1
Remove the front panel.
3-1 Press both sides of the cabinet in the direction of the arrow
as shown in the figure.
3-2 Pull the lower part of the front panel slightly forward.
(below three inches)
3-3 Lift the front panel upward.
3
Applying excessive force to remove the front panel
may cause damage to the tab ; be sure not to use
excessive force.
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Rubber cap
Screws(2EA)
Gasket
Rubber cap
Drain Hose
Bottom-Side View with
Drain Pan and Hose in Place
Rear Drain Pan
Screw
Secure the front panel to the case by replacing the screw removed in
step 2. If a screw not removed in step 2, secure the panel with a
supplied screw.
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Parte
Posterior
Tornillo
Rear
Drain Tube
Front panel Screw

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