Samsung SH18BW6 Series User manual

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Split-type Air Conditioner
(Cooling and Heating)
ESPAÑOL
FRANÇAIS
ITALIANO
PORTUGUÊS
DEUTSCH
E§§HNIKA
E S F I P D GDB98-23972A(1)
USER’S MANUAL
SH18BW6 Series
SH24BW2 Series
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Safety Precautions
You should take the following safety precautions when using your air conditioner.
◆Do not repair the air conditioner at your discretion.
It is recommended to contact a service center directly.
◆Never spill any kind of liquid on the air conditioner.
If this happens, unplug or turn off the air conditioner and contact an
authorized service center.
◆Do not insert anything between the airflow blades to prevent damage of
the inner fan and consequent injury. Keep children away from the air
conditioner.
◆Do not place any obstacles in front of the air conditioner.
◆Do not spray any kind of liquid into the indoor unit. If this happens,
turn off the breaker and contact a service center.
◆Make sure that the air conditioner is well ventilated at all times:
Do not place a cloth or other materials over it.
◆Remove the batteries if you don’t use the remote control for a long
time. (If applicable)
◆Use the remote control within 7 meters from the indoor unit. (If applicable)
WARNING
DURING OPERATION
◆Never store or load the air conditioner upside down or sideways to
prevent the damage of the compressor.
◆Young children or infirm persons should be always supervised when
they use the air conditioner.
◆Max current is measured according to IEC standard for safety.
◆Current is measured according to ISO standard for energy efficiency.
OTHERS
◆Before throwing out the air conditioner, remove the batteries from the
remote control.
◆When you dispose of the air conditioner, consult your dealer. If pipes
are removed incorrectly, refrigerant may blow out and cause air
pollution. When it contacts with your skin, it can cause skin injury.
◆The package of the air conditioner should be recycled or disposed
properly for environmental reasons.
D ISPOSING OF THE UNIT
• If you don’t follow the safety precautions, you may get the risk of an electric
shock, injury or death.
•The manufacturer or qualified service personnel must install this air conditioner.
• Unplug the electric power before repairing, installing or cleaning.
Register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register
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Contents
◆ P REPARATION
■ Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
■ Name of Each Part . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
■ Remote Control-Buttons and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
■ Inserting the Remote Control Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
■ Getting Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
◆ O PERATION
■ Selecting the Auto Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
■ Selecting the Cool Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
■ Selecting the Heat Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
■ Selecting the Dry Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
■ Selecting the Fan Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
■ Selecting the Turbo Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
■ Selecting the Energy Saving Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
■ Adjusting the Airflow Direction Vertically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
■ Adjusting the Airflow Direction Horizontally . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
■ Setting the On Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
■ Setting the Off Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
■ Setting the Sleep Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
■ Setting the 1 Hour Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
◆ R ECOMMENDATIONS FOR USE
■ Operating Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
■ Temperature and Humidity Ranges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
■ Operating Your Air Conditioner Without the Remote Control . . . . . 23
■ Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
■ Cleaning Your Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
■ Cleaning Deodorizing and Bio Filter (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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ECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Correct Disposal of This Product
(Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment)
(Applicable in the European Union an other European countries with separate collection systems)
This marking shown on the product or its literature, indicates that it should not be disposed with other household
wastes at the end of its working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled
waste disposal, please separate this from other types of wastes and recycle it 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 this item for environmentally safe recycling.
Business users should contact their supplier and check the terms and conditions of the purchase contract.
This product should not be mixed with other commercial wastes for disposal.
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Name of Each Part
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The design and shape can be changed according to the model.
Indoor Unit
On/Off button
Air Inlet
Temperature sensor
Air flow blades
(outlet)
Turbo indicator (RED)
Operation indicator (GREEN)
Timer indicator (GREEN)
Air filter
(under the grille)
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Air Inlet (Rear)
Air Outlet
Connection Valve
Outdoor Unit SH18BW6 Series
Air Inlet (Rear)
Air Outlet
Connection Valve
Outdoor Unit SH24BW2 Series
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Remote Control - Buttons and Display
Operation modes indicator
( AUTO, COOL, DRY,
FAN, HEAT)
Transmission indicator
Energy Saving button
Sleep button
Mode selection button
(AUTO, COOL, DRY, FAN, HEAT)
On Timer button
Off Timer button
Temperature and Timer setting
Turbo button
1 Hour Timer button
1 Hour Timer indicator
Battery life indicator
Battery check button
Timer Set/Cancel button
Fan speed indicator
Airflow direction
On Timer indicator
Off Timer indicator
Turbo function indicator
Sleep mode indicator
Energy saving indicator
Power(On/Off) button
Temperature adjustment button
Fan speed button
Airflow control button
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◆Each mode indicator shows the current setting and the battery life.
◆You can check the battery life by pressing the button.
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The number of the battery life indicator means the remaining battery life.
Replace the batteries when only one battery life indicator remains.
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Inserting the Remote Control Batteries
Remove the battery cover in the rear of the remote control by pushing
it with your thumb.
Insert two batteries, respecting the polarities as indicated by
the + and - symbols.
1
2
Close the cover by sliding it back in its place.
3
◆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.
You must insert or replace the remote control batteries when:
◆You purchase the air conditioner
◆The remote control does not work correctly
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Getting Start
The User’s Manual provides you valuable information about your air conditioner.
Please read this manual carefully before using the air conditioner.
It will help you take full advantage of the unit's features.
You have already seen the basic description of the unit on pages from 4 to 6.
Starting up with the next page, you will find a series of step-by- step procedures
for each function available.
The illustrations in the step-by-step procedures use three different symbols:
PRESS PUSH HOLD DOWN
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Selecting the Auto Mode
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You can select the Auto mode if you want to cool or heat your room
automatically. You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed in
this mode.
1
Press the button on the remote control until is displayed.
Result:◆The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
◆The air conditioner runs in the Auto mode.
◆The Auto mode cools or heats the room depending on
the set temperature.
◆The air conditioner changes the Cool or Heat mode automatically
depending on the current temperature during operation.
2
You can change modes at any time.
If necessary, press the button.
Result:◆ The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
◆
The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
◆The indoor unit beeps.
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Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result: Each time you press the button:
- The temperature is adjusted by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
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Selecting the Cool Mode
You can select the Cool mode if you want to cool your room.
You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed when cooling.
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1If necessary, press the button.
Result: ◆The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
◆The indoor unit beeps.
To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.
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Press the button on the remote control until is displayed.
Result: ◆ The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
◆ The air conditioner runs in the Cool mode.
2
You can change modes at any time.
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Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:◆ Each time you press the button:
- The temperature is adjusted by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
◆If the room temperature is higher than the selected
temperature, the air conditioner starts cooling.
◆If the room temperature reaches the set temperature, the air
conditioner stops cooling, but the fan operates consistently.
3
Press the button to select the fan speed until the required setting
is displayed.
Automatic (rotated : )
Low
Medium
High
Maximum
Result: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit
beeps.
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Selecting the Heat Mode
You can select the Heat mode if you want to heat your room.
You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed when heating.
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To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.
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Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:◆Each time you press the button:
- The temperature is adjusted by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
◆If the room temperature reaches 5°C higher than the set
temperature, the air conditioner stops heating, but the fan
operates consistently.
◆If the room temperature reaches 3°C lower than the set
temperature, the air conditioner starts heating again.
3
Press the button on the remote control until is displayed.
Result:◆ The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
◆ The air conditioner runs in the Heat mode.
2
You can change modes at any time.
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1If necessary, press the button.
Result:◆
The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
◆The indoor unit beeps.
Press the button to select the fan speed until the required setting
is displayed.
Automatic (rotated : )
Low
Medium
High
Maximum
Result:◆
Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
◆For the first 3~5 minutes, the fan may not operate to
prevent the cool air from running out of the indoor unit.
It helps to warm the air in your room sufficiently.
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Selecting the Dry Mode
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To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.
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1If necessary, press the button.
Result:◆The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
◆The indoor unit beeps.
Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
You can set the temperature between 16°C and 30°C.
Result:◆Each time you press the button:
- The temperature is adjusted by 1°C
- The indoor unit beeps
◆The air conditioner starts dehumidifying and the fan
speed is adjusted automatically.
3
You can select the Dry mode if you want to dehumidify your room.
You can adjust the temperature in this mode.
Press the button on the remote control until is displayed.
Result:◆
The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
◆ The air conditioner runs in the Dry mode.
2
You can change modes at any time.
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Selecting the Fan Mode
You can select the Fan mode if you want to ventilate your room.
It helps to refresh the air in your room. You can adjust the fan speed
in this mode.
1If necessary, press the button.
Result:◆The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
◆The indoor unit beeps.
Press the button to select the fan speed until the required setting
is displayed.
Low
Medium
High
Result: Each time you press the button, the indoor unit beeps.
3
To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.
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You can change modes at any time.
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Press the button on the remote control until is displayed.
Result:◆
The indoor unit beeps each time you press the button.
◆ The air conditioner runs in the Fan mode.
◆ The temperature is set automatically.
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Selecting the Turbo Function
You can select the Turbo Function if you want to cool or heat your
room in the fastest way. After the 30 - minute operation with the
maximum setting, it returns to the previous setting.
Press the button.
Result:◆The temperature and fan settings are adjusted automatically.
◆The air conditioner cools or heats the room as quickly as possible.
◆After 30 minutes, the air conditioner is reset automatically to the
previous setting.
◆You can select the Turbo function in the Auto, Cool and Heat mode.
If you select this function in the Dry or Fan mode, the mode
changes to the Auto mode.
2
Press the button again to stop the Turbo Function before the end of the
30-minute period.
Result: The air conditioner is reset automatically to the previous setting.
3
To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.
4
1
If necessary, press the button.
Result:◆The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
◆The indoor unit beeps.
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Selecting the Energy Saving Function
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You can select the Energy Saving Function to save energy when
cooling or heating.
To control the airflow direction, refer to pages 16 and 17.
Press the button to select the fan speed until the required
setting is displayed.
Press the button.
Result:◆
The indoor unit beeps.
◆ The air conditioner runs in the Energy saving mode.
◆ The outer airflow blade moves up and down.
◆ To stop the Energy saving mode, press the again.
2
Press the button to adjust the temperature until the required
temperature is displayed.
3
4
5
1If necessary, press the button.
Result:◆The operation indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
◆The air conditioner starts up in the mode you selected last.
◆The indoor unit beeps.
You can select the Energy saving mode only in the Cool
and Heat mode.
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Adjusting the Airflow Direction Vertically
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Press the button until the required direction is set.
Result: The outer blade is adjusted vertically.
You can adjust the airflow direction vertically. The outer airflow
blade moves up and down to increase the efficiency of the cooling
or heating operation.
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on set to the default position.
1
Press the button to move the blade up and down automatically
during operation.
2
Press the button again to stop the blade moving up and down.
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Adjusting the Airflow Direction Horizontally
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You can adjust the airflow direction horizontally with your hands.
The inner blades with small fins moves the air to the required
direction.
Adjust the inner blades by moving them to left or right.
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Setting the On Timer
If you press the button, both the On Timer and the Off Timer
are canceled.
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You can set the On Timer to turn on the air conditioner automatically
at the appointed time. You can set the time from 1 hour to 24 hours.
Press the button until the required time is displayed to set the On Timer.
You can set the time between 1 hour and 24 hours.
1
Press the button to complete the setting.
Result: ◆The remaining time is displayed.
◆The timer indicator stops blinking.
◆The selected mode and the temperature on the display
disappear after 10 seconds.
◆The air conditioner turns on automatically at the appointed
time and the On Timer setting disappears.
2
Press the button to cancel the On Timer.
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Press the button until the desired mode is displayed at the top of the
remote control to select the mode in advance.
Result: The air conditioner operates in the selected mode when it is
turned on.
3
To Cancel the On Timer
If you don’t use the remote control after setting the On Timer,
it turns off automatically after 25 hours.
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Setting the Off Timer
You can set the Off Timer to turn off the air conditioner automatically
at the appointed time. You can set the time from 1 hour to 24 hours.
Press the button until the required time is displayed to set the Off Timer.
You can set the time between 1 hour and 24 hours.
1
You can check or change the mode and/or the temperature by
pressing the button or the button after setting the
Off Timer.
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Press the button to complete the setting.
Result: ◆The remaining time is displayed.
◆The timer indicator stops blinking.
◆The air conditioner turns off automatically at the appointed
time and the Off Timer setting disappears.
2
If you would like to turn the air conditioner on after 2 hours
and to operate it for 2 hours:
1. Press the button until ‘2 Hr’ is displayed.
2. Press the button.
3. Press the button until ‘4 Hr’ is displayed.
4. Press the button.
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If you press the button, both the On Timer and the Off Timer
are canceled.
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Press the button to cancel the Off Timer.
To Cancel the Off Timer
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Setting the Sleep Timer
You can set the Sleep Timer to turn off the air conditioner automatically
while you are sleeping. The air conditioner stops operating 6 hours after
you set the Sleep Timer.
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Cooling The temperature is increased
by 1°C every hour. After the
increase of 2°C,
the temperature is maintained
for 4 hours.
Heating The temperature is decreased
by 1°C every hour. After the
decrease of 2°C,
the temperature is maintained
for 4 hours.
To Cancel the Sleep Timer
Press the button to cancel the Sleep Timer.
Result:◆The indoor unit beeps.
◆The indicator is no longer displayed.
◆The air conditioner operates normally.
Press the button until the indicator appears on the remote control.
Result:◆The indoor unit beeps.
◆The air conditioner will be controlled as indicated in the
illustrations below.
1
You can set Sleep Timer only in the Cool or Heat mode.
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