Samsung AW12P0 Series User manual

AW12P0 Series
Window-type Room Air Conditioner (Cooling)
DB98-29901A
USER'S MANUAL
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Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions must be taken when using your air conditioner.
WARNING
Risk of electric shock. • Can cause injury or death. • Disconnect all
remote electric power supplies before servicing, installing or cleaning.
• This must be done by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similar
qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register
DURING OPERATION uUsers of this product are cautioned not to attempt repair of this product at their
own discretion. Instead, they are requested to directly contact a designated
service center or the outlet at which the product was purchased.
uNever spill any kind of liquid into the unit. Should this happen, unplug or main
switch off the unit and contact an authorized service center.
uDo 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.
uDo not place any obstacles in front of the unit.
uDo not spray liquid of any kind into the indoor unit. Should this happen, switch off
the breaker used for your air conditioner and contact your installation specialist.
uMake sure that the unit is correctly ventilated at all times:
Do not place clothing or other materials over it.
uIf the wireless remote control will not be used for a long time, remove the
batteries. (If applicable)
uWhen using a wireless remote control, the distance should not be more than 7
meters from the air conditioner. (If applicable)
uThe air conditioner must be plugged into its own specific power source, which
must be installed in compliance with national wiring,earthing and safety
regulations.
uIf 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.
uThis device must be installed according to the national electrical rules.
uThe appliance must be installation that the plug should be easily accessible
after installation.
uIf the fuse on PC board is broken please change it with the type of T 3.15A 250V.
uThe breaker of the air conditioner should be all-pole switch; and the distance
between its two contacts should be no less than 3.5mm. Such means for
disconnection must be incorporation in the fixed wiring.
DISPOSING OF THE UNIT
uBefore throwing out the device, it is necessary to pull back the battery cells and
get rid of them safely for recycling reasons.
uWhen 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.
uPlease recycle or dispose of the packaging material for this product in an
environmentally responsible manner.
O THERS
uNever store or ship the air conditioner upside down or sideways to avoid damage
to the compressor.
uThe appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without
supervision: Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
uMax current is measured according to IEC standard for safety and current is
measured according to ISO standard for energy efficiency.

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 PREPARING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
nSafety Precautions ........................................................................................ 2
nAir Conditioning Unit-Main Parts and Control Panel..................................... 4
 OPERATION YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
nCooling Your Room....................................................................................... 5
nAiring Your Room.......................................................................................... 6
nSwitching the Air Conditioner Off .................................................................. 6
nAdjusting the Air Flow Direction Horizontally ................................................ 7
nAdjusting the Air Flow Direction Vertically .................................................... 7
 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
nTemperature and Humidity Ranges .............................................................. 7
nCleaning Your Air Conditioner....................................................................... 8
nSolving Common Problems........................................................................... 9
 INSTALLATION............................................................................................. 10
Contents
CAUTION
“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 connection this equipment to the power supply system, please report to your
suply authority and obtain the consent.
Do not connect other electric appliances to the same supply lines.
 
PRESS PUSH IMPORTANT NOTE
The illustrations in the step-by-step procedures use four different symbols:

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Air Conditioning Unit - Main Parts and Control Panel
Air inlet (Inside)
The air filter is
located in side
Air Outlet
Inner air flow blades
(right/left orientation)
Outer air flow blades
(up/down orientation)
Air inlet (Outside)
Ventilation lever
The design and shape are subject to
change according to the model.
Coolest
Power plug
The type of the power plug
may differ according to the
type of local power supply.
Power Cable
Coolest
Operating mode
selection dial
Temperature
control dial

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Cooling Your Room
You must select the Cool mode if you wish to lower the temperature
in your room.You can also set the fan speed.
1Select the operating mode and fan speed.
To cool your room with a... Set the operating mode
selection dial to...
High fan speed HI COOL
Between HIGH and LOW MED COOL
Low fan speed LOW COOL
Result:  The air conditioner starts up in the Cool mode.
 The fan starts up at the speed selected.
 You can change modes at any time.
2 To adjust the temperature, turn the temperature control dial
to the desired position.
Possible temperatures: Between 18 °C and 29 °C inclusive.
Result:  The air conditioner starts cooling if the room temperature is
higher than the selected temperature.
3 To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 7.

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Airing Your Room
If the atmosphere in your room is stale, you can air it using the Fan
feature and if necessary, evacuate the stale air outside.
1 If you wish to evacuate stale air outside, push the ventilation lever on the
front of the unit to the right and the open position ( ).
Result: The air inside the room circulates and stale air is evacuated outside.
Otherwise, push the ventilation lever to the left and the closed position ( ).
Result: The air simply circulates inside the room.
2 Set the operating mode selection dial to the HI FAN or LOW FAN
position.
 HI FAN: The fan turns rapidly.
LOW FAN: The fan turns slowly.
Result: The air conditioner starts up in Fan mode.
3 To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 7.
Switching the Air Conditioner Off
You can switch the air conditioner off whenever you want.
1 To switch the unit off, simply set the operating mode selection dial
to the OFF position.
Result: The air conditioner stops operating.

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Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Horizontally
Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Vertically
Depending on the position of the unit in your room, you can adjust the
orientation of the inner air flow blades on the unit, thus increasing
the efficiency of the air conditioner.
1Adjust the air flow blades to the desired position by sliding them side to side.
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 long periods of time, dew may:
 From on the surface of the blades
 Drip from the blades
Temperature and Humidity Ranges
Mode IndoorTemperature OutdoorTemperature Indoor Humidity
Cooling 21°C to 32°C approx. 21°C to 43°C approx. 80% or less
The following table indicates the temperature and humidity ranges
within which the air conditioner can be used in the best condition .
If the air conditioner is used at... Then...
Higher temperatures The automatic protection feature may be triggered and the air
conditioner stopped.
Lower temperatures A water leakage or some other malfunction may happen if the
heat exchanger freezes.
Higher humidity levels Water way condense on and drip from the surface of the unit if
it is used for long periods.

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Cleaning Your Air Conditioner
1 Hold the front grille handle, slightly pull it to the left side and open the front grille.

The removal of the front grille makes it easier to clean the air
conditioner. Open the grille as much as possible.
Be sure to clean the air filter periodically to maintain the air conditioner in
the best condition for a long period of time.
When cleaning the air conditioner, turn it off and pull out
the power plug.
IMPORTANT
CAUTION
Removal and Reassembly of the Front Grille
1 Grasp the lower part of the front
grille and the front grille handle,
then open the grille. (The open
angle of front grille has not to be
exceeded 25 degree)
2 Lift the front grille slightly and
remove it from the front panel.
3 Reassembling of front grille
should be done in reverse
order of disassembly.
2 Pull the air filter to the right side.
3 Remove all dust on the air filter with a vacuum cleaner or brush.
4 When you have finished, insert the air filter back into its original position.
5 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.)
If you... Then...
Will not be using the
air conditioner for a
long period of time

Set the operating mode selection dial
to “LOW FAN” and let it run of 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.
Have not used the air
conditioner for a long
period of time
Set the operating mode selection dial
to “LOW FAN” and let it run of a few
hours to dry the inside of the air
conditioner thoroughly.
The air conditioner has two or three grille
grooves depending on the model.

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Solving Common Problems
Problem Explanation/Solution
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 correct operating mode has been selected
(cooling or airing).
The air conditioner does not cool Check that the correct operating mode has been selected .
The room temperature may be too low.
Dust may be blocking the air filter; refer to page 8
cleaning instructions.
Check that there is no obstacle blocking the air flow into or out of
the unit.
Odours are permeated in the
room during air conditioning
Air the room.
Before contacting the after-sales service,perform the following simple checks.
They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary service call.

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Installation (for 60Hz)
1 Electrical 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 problemsconsult a qualified
electrician.
 This unit requires a separate circult, serving only this appliance.
115V
15 AMP Circuit
“parallel” type
230V/208V
20 AMP circuit
“perpendicular” type
230V/208V
15AMP circuit
“tandem” type
230V/208V
30 AMP circuit
“tandem” type

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Installation
Checkpoints prior to installation
1 Check the cabinet and front grille of the unit for any harmful defects
such as scratches.
2 Be sure to check the power supply.
- Refer to the specifications on the label attached to the unit.
Before installation, be sure to check the installation area or the air
conditioner, and drain hose.
Installation Conditions
1 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.
2 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.
3 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.
500mm 500mm
75mm
min.
300mm
500mm
150mm min.
Approx.3
750mm
170mm
45
45
 The appliance must be fixed well by screw or similar
method.
Awning
Fence, wall
or other
obstacle
  If the wall is greater than 150mm thick,
cut the wall back on a 45° angle if possible.
Outdoor side
Indoor side
100mm or more

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Installation(cont.)
Rear
Rubber cap
Screws(2EA)
Gasket
Drain Tube
Installation of the Drain Tube
Fix the drain tube as shown in the figure.

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Memo