Samsung AWT18P1HBA User manual

OWNER’S
INSTRUCTIONS
AWT18P1HBA
AWT18P1HEA
AWT24P1HBA
AWT24P1HEA
Window-type Room Air Conditioner
( Cool )
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DB98-17027A(1)
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Safety Precautions
The following safety precautions must be taken when using your air conditioner.
◆Users 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.
◆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.
◆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.
◆Do not place any obstacles in front of the unit.
◆Do 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.
◆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 will not be 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)
WARNING
DURING OPERATION
◆Never store or ship the air conditioner upside down or sideways to
avoid damage to the compressor.
◆The 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.
◆Max current is measured according to IEC standard for safety and
current is measured according to ISO standard for energy efficiency.
OTHERS
◆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.
D ISPOSING OF THE UNIT
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.
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Contents
◆PREPARING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
■Safety Precautions ......................................................................................... 2
■Air Conditioning Unit - Main Parts and Control Panel .................................... 4
■Getting Started ............................................................................................... 5
◆OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
■Cooling Your Room ........................................................................................ 6
■Airing Your Room ........................................................................................... 7
■Switching the Air Conditioner Off .................................................................... 7
■Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Horizontally .................................................. 8
■Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Vertically ...................................................... 8
◆RECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
■Operating Recommendation ........................................................................... 9
■Temperature and Humidity Ranges ................................................................ 9
■Cleaning Your Air Conditioner ........................................................................ 10
■Solving Common Problems ............................................................................ 11
■Technical Specifications ................................................................................. 12
◆METHOD OFINSTALLATION ................................................................................. 13
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Air Conditioning Unit - Main Parts and Control Panel
Ventilation lever
Power Cable
Outer air flow blades
(up/down orientation)
Inner air flow blades
(right/left orientation)
Air inlet (Outside)
❈ Power cable connection
should be committed to
an installation engineer.
Air inlet(Inside)
Air filter(Inside)
❄The design and shape are subject to change,
depending on the model.
Temperature
control dial
Cooling lamp
Operating mode
selection dial
Air flow blade swing switch
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BLUE BROWN
YELLOW/GREEN
Main Power Earth
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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 much 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 features.
The booklet is organized as follows.
◆The illustration on page 4 shows the air conditioning unit;
it indicates the location and purpose of the main parts and controls on the unit.
◆ In the manual, 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:
PRESS PUSH IMPORTANT NOTE
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Select the operating mode and fan speed.
To cool your room Set the operating mode
with a... 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 Cool mode.
◆ The fan starts up at the speed selected.
You can change modes at any time.
You must select the Cool mode if you wish to lower the temperature
in your room. You can also set the fan speed.
1
2
To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 8.
3
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.
➢
27˚C ~ 23˚C
Cooling Your Room
27˚C
~ 29˚C
23˚C
~ 18˚C
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Airing Your Room
Switching the Air Conditioner Off
To switch the unit off, simply set the operating mode selection dial
to the position.
Result: The air conditioner stops operating.
If the atmosphere in your room is stale, you can air it using
the Fan feature and if necessary, evacuate the stale air outside.
You can switch the air conditioner off whenever you want.
1
1
Set the operating mode selection dial to the Hi Fan, Med Fan or
Low Fan position.
Hi Fan : The fan turns high speed.
Med Fan : The fan turns med speed.
Low Fan : The fan turns low speed.
Result: The air conditioner starts up in Fan mode.
2
To control the direction of the air flow, refer to page 8.
3
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.
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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 right-hand side of the
unit, thus increasing the efficiency of the air conditioner.
1
To stop the blades moving left and right, set the air flow blade swing switch
to the position.
To stop the blades in a specific position and orient the air flow in the
corresponding direction, simply set the switch to the position
when the blades are in the desired position.
2
Set the air flow blade swing switch to the position.
Result: The inner blades swing automatically left and right.
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...
Cooling
Adjust the blades to face...
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:
◆ Form on the surface of the blades
◆ Drip from the blades
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Operating Recommendation
If the air conditioner is used at... Then...
Higher temperature The automatic protection feature may be triggered
and the air conditioner stopped.
Lower temperature A water leakage or some other malfunction may happen
if the heat exchanger freezes.
Higher humidity levels Water may condense on and drip from the surface of the unit
if it is used for long periods.
The following table indicates the temperature and humidity ranges,
within which the air conditioner can be used.
Indoor
Temperature
Mode Outdoor
Temperature
Indoor Humidity
Cooling 21°C to 32°C approx. 21°C to 54°C approx. 80% or less
Here is a recommendations that you should follow when using your air
conditioner.
Topic Recommendation
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.
Power failure
Temperature and Humidity Ranges
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Cleaning Your Air Conditioner
If you... Then...
Will not be using the ◆ Set the fan going for three to four hours
air conditioner for a to dry the inside of the air conditioner
long period of time thoroughly.
◆ Switch the air conditioner off and
unplug it from the wall socket.
◆ Clean the filter and outer surfaces.
Have not used the air Set the fan going for a few hours to
conditioner for a long dry the inside of the air conditioner
period of time thoroughly.
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Hold the air filter handle, slightly pull it to the left side and open the front grille. 1
Pull the air filter to the right side. 2
Remove all dust on the air filter with a vacuum 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 easier to clean the air
conditioner. Open the grille as much as possible.
➢
Be sure to clean the air filter periodically two weeks 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.
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Removal and Reassembly of the Front Grille
Grasp the lower part of the front
grille and the air filter handle, then
open the grille. (The open angle
of front grille has not to be
exceeded 90 degree)
1
Push the front grille on the left and
remove it from the front panel.
2
Reassembling of front grille
should be done in reverse
order of disassembly.
3
Safety clip
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Front grille
Grille groove
Body guide
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Solving Common Problems
EXPLANATION / SOLUTION
◆ 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).
◆ 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 10 for cleaning instructions.
◆ Check that there is no obstacle blocking the air flow into or out of the unit.
PROBLEM
The air conditioner does not
operate at all
The air conditioner does not
cool
◆ Check that the air conditioner has been switched on;
if necessary, turn the operating mode selection dial.
The air flow direction does not
change when you set the air flow
blade swing switch to the
position
◆ Air the room.
Odour is permeated in the
room during air conditioning
Before contacting the after-sales service, perform the following simple checks.
They may save you the time and expense of an unnecessary call.
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Technical Specifications
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Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Power Supply
Model
220V~, 60Hz
AWT18P1HBA
AWT24P1HBA
220V-240V~, 50Hz
AWT18P1HEA
AWT24P1HEA
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Method of Installation
Before installation, be sure to check the installation area
for the air conditioner, and installation method of the 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.
3
500mm 500mm
75mm
min.
300mm
500mm Fence, wall
or other
obstacle
150mm min.
240mm
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˚
Outdoor side
Indoor side
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Method of Installation (Cont.)
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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
Remove two screws on the lower, right and left sides of the unit.
3
Open the front grille.
1
Remove the front panel.
2-1 Press both sides of the cabinet in the direction of the arrow
as shown in the figure.
2-2 Pull the lower part of the front panel slightly forward.
(below three inches)
2-3 Lift the front panel upward.
2
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
Rear
Drain Tube
Front panel
Removal and Reassembly of the Front Grille
Grasp the lower part of the front grille and the air filter handle, then
open the grille.
(The open angle of front grille has not to be exceeded 90 degree)
1
Push the front grille on the left and remove it from the front panel.
2
Reassembling of front grille should be done in reverse order of
disassembly.
3
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◆ 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 the chassis from the cabinet.
4
Remove the rubber cap inserted into the basepan.
5
Fix the drain pan as shown in the figure, and then connect the drain hose.
(You can use any commercially-available drain hose.)
7Install the cabinet at the specified area after installing the drain pan,
and then re-assemble it in the original condition.
❇ When assembling the front panel be sure to fix with a supplied screw.
(TH 2S 4X10)
6
Follow steps 5 and 6 only.
1
Rear
Screw
Drain Pan
Rubber cap
Drain Hose
Bottom-Side View with
Drain Pan and Hose in Place
Screw
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