Samsung RC071DHXEA Guide

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Features of your new air conditioner
For easy future reference, write the model and serial
number down. You will nd your model number on the
bottom right side of the air conditioner.
Model #
Serial #
 Cool Summer Oer
On those hot sweltering summer days and long restless nights, there is no better escape from the
heat than the cool comforts of home. Your new air conditioner brings an end to exhausting hot
summer days and lets you rest. This summer, beat the heat with your own
air conditioner.
 Flexible installation
Duct type air conditioner is designed to be slimmer and oers dierent solutions for any shape
room allowing for specic air ow requirements. Also, the air intake can be set up on either the
bottom or rear of the unit, so there is more exibility in installation.

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Contents
Safety precautions .................................................................................................................................................... 4
Viewing your air conditioner .................................................................................................................................. 8
MA duct type ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Using your air conditioner ...................................................................................................................................... 9
Tips on using your air conditioner ...................................................................................................................................................... 9
Cleaning and maintaining the air conditioner ................................................................................................ 10
Cleaning the lter ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Maintaining your air conditioner ...................................................................................................................................................... 11
Appendix ................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 12
Operation ranges ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Safety precautions................................................................................................................................................... 14
Selecting the installation location....................................................................................................................... 16
Indoor unit installation .......................................................................................................................................... 19
Purging the unit ....................................................................................................................................................... 20
Connecting the refrigerant pipe.......................................................................................................................... 21
Cutting/aring the pipes........................................................................................................................................ 22
Performing leak test & insulation ........................................................................................................................ 23
Drain pipe and drain hose installation............................................................................................................... 25
Wiring work ............................................................................................................................................................... 28
Final check ................................................................................................................................................................. 30
Providing information for user............................................................................................................................. 30
Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................................................... 31
Option table .............................................................................................................................................................. 33
USING PARTS
INSTALLATION PARTS

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ASafety precautions
Before using your new air conditioner, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to
safely and eciently 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 dier slightly from those described in this manual. If you have any questions, call your nearest contact
center or nd help and information online at www.samsung.com.
Important safety symbols and precautions:
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CAUTION Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in 
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Follow directions.
Do NOT attempt.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Do NOT disassemble.
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WARNING
Plug the power cord into a wall socket with the power specications of the product or higher and use the
socket for this appliance only. In addition, do not use an extension cord.

Sharing a wall socket with other appliances using a power strip or extending the power cord may result in
electric shock or re.
Do not use an electric transformer. It may result in electric shock or re.
If the voltage/frequency/rated current condition is dierent, it may cause re.
The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualied technician or service company.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, problems with the product, or injury.
Install a switch and circuit breaker dedicated to the air conditioner.
Failing to do so 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.
Fix the outdoor unit rmly so that the electric part of the outdoor unit is not exposed.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not install this appliance near a heater, inammable material. Do not install this appliance in a humid,
oily or dusty location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water (rain drops). Do not install this
appliance in a location where gas may leak.
This may result in electric shock or fire.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Do not ground the appliance to a gas pipe, plastic water pipe,
or telephone line.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, an explosion, or other problems with the product.
Never plug the power cord into a socket that is not grounded correctly and make sure that it is in accordance with
local and national codes.
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CAUTION
This appliance should be positioned in such a way that it is accessible to the power plug.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire due to electric leakage.
Install your appliance on a level and hard oor that can support its weight.
Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product.
USING PARTS

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CAUTION
Install the draining hose properly so that water is drained correctly.
Failing to do so may result in water overflowing and property damage.
When installing the outdoor unit, make sure to connect the draining hose so that draining is performed
correctly.
The water generated during the heating operation 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.
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WARNING
Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points
using a dry cloth on a regular basis.
Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket in the right direction so that the cord runs towards the oor.
If you plug the power plug into the socket in the opposite direction, the electric wires within the cable may be
damaged and this may result in electric shock or fire.
When the appliance or power plug or power cord is damaged, contact your nearest service center.
Plug the power plug into the wall socket rmly. Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord
or loose wall socket.
This may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not pull the power cord, when unplugging the power plug.
Unplug the power plug by holding the plug.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Do not pull or excessively bend the power cord. Do not twist or tie the power cord. Do not hook the
power cord over a metal object, place a heavy object on the power cord, insert the power cord between
objects, or push the power cord into the space behind the appliance.
This may result in electric shock or fire.
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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.
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WARNING
If the appliance is ooded, please contact your nearest service center.
Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately
and contact your nearest service center.
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 immediately without touching the
power plug. Do not touch the appliance or power cord.
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 center.
Failing to do so may result in problems with the product, water leakage, electric shock, or fire.
A 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 the salt in the air, please contact your nearest service center.

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WARNING
Do not touch the power plug or the circuit breaker with wet hands.
This may result in electric shock.
Do not unplug the power plug or turn the air conditioner o with the circuit breaker while it is operating.
Plugging the power plug into the wall outlet or turning the air conditioner on from 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 insert your ngers 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 or pull the air conditioner with excessive force.
This may result in fire, injury, or problems with the product.
Do not place an object near the 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 inrm 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 the power by unplugging the power
plug and turning the circuit breaker o and then contact your nearest service center.
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.
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CAUTION
Do not place objects or devices under the 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.
Max current is measured according to IEC standard for safety and current is measured according to ISO
standard for energy eciency.
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.
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 controller and do not disassemble the remote controller.
Do not touch the pipes connected with the product.
This may result in burns or injury.
Safety precautions

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CAUTION
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 from the air ow from the air conditioner for long
periods of time.

This may result in harm to humans, animals or plants.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction 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.
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WARNING
Do not clean the appliance by spraying water directly onto it. Do not use benzene, thinner or alcohol to
clean the appliance.
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This may result in discoloration, deformation, damage, electric shock or re.
Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the air conditioner from the wall socket and wait
until the fan stops.
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Failing to do so may result in electric shock or re.
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CAUTION
Take care when cleaning the surface of the heat exchanger of the outdoor unit since it has sharp edges.

To avoid cutting your ngers, wear thick cotton gloves when cleaning it.
Do not clean the inside of the air conditioner by yourself.
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For cleaning inside the appliance, contact your nearest service center.
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When cleaning the internal lter, refer to the descriptions in the‘Cleaning the air conditioner’section.
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Failure to do may result in damage, electric shock or re.

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Congratulations on the purchase of the air conditioner. We hope you enjoy the features of your air
conditioner and stay cool with optimal eciency.
Please read the user manual to get started and to make the best use of the air conditioner.
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Your air conditioner may slightly look dierent from illustration shown above depending on
your model.
Air intake
Air outlet
Ceiling
Air lter (the return air side)
Viewing your air conditioner

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Using your air conditioner
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Here are some tips that you would follow when using your air conditioner.
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Cooling  If current outside temperatures are much higher than the selected indoor
temperature, it may take time to bring the inner temperature to the desired
coolness.
 Avoid drastically turning down the temperature.
Energy is wasted and the room does not cool faster.
Power failure  If a power failure occurs during the operation of the air conditioner, the
operating immediately stops and unit will be o. When power returns, the
air conditioner will run automatically.
Protection
mechanism
 If the air conditioner has just been turned on after operation stops or being
plugged in, cool/warm air does not come out for 3 minutes to protect the
compressor of the outdoor unit.

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For the best performance from your air conditioner, clean it periodically. When cleaning, make sure to
unplug from the unit for user’s safety.
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When cleaning the lter, make sure to unplug the power from the unit. Washable foam based Air lter
captures large particles from the air. The lter is cleaned with a vacuum or by hand washing.
 Slide out the Air lter on the rear side panel to the right side.
 Clean the Air lter with a vacuum cleaner or soft brush. If dust is too heavy, then rinse it with
running water and dry it in a ventilated area.
• For best conditions, repeat every two weeks.
• If the Air lter dries in a conned (or humid) area, odors may generate. If it occurs,
re-clean and dry it in a ventilated area.
 Insert the Air lter back in its original position.
The designs and shape are subject to change according to the model.
• The illustration shown above may dier from your depending on your model.
• After cleaning the lter, press the Filter Reset button on the remote control for 2 seconds to
reset the ller schedule. Filter sign indicator will be on for cleaning time.
Cleaning and maintaining the air conditioner