Sharp CV-13NH User manual

PORTABLE TYPE
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
MANUAL
ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE
PARA HABITACIÓN TIPO
PORTÁTIL
MANUAL DE INSTALACIÓN
Y FUNCIONAMIENTO
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This manual explains the proper use of your new air conditioner. Please
read this manual carefully before using the product. This manual should
be kept in a safe place for handy reference.
CONTENTS
• FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE ...................................................E-2
• CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY ...............................................E-3
• PRECAUTIONS ...............................................................................E-4
• LOCATION........................................................................................E-7
• INCLUDED .......................................................................................E-7
• PART NAMES...................................................................................E-8
• INSTALL WINDOW PANEL ..............................................................E-10
• INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF EXHAUST HOSE ..................E-14
• PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ............................................................E-16
• COOL MODE....................................................................................E-18
• DEHUMIDIFICATION MODE............................................................E-19
• FAN MODE.......................................................................................E-20
• VENTILATION MODE.......................................................................E-20
• TO CHANGE AIR FLOW DIRECTION .............................................E-21
• MEGA COOL OPERATION ..............................................................E-22
• SLEEP OPERATION ........................................................................E-22
• TIMER OPERATION.........................................................................E-23
• MAIN UNIT OPERATION .................................................................E-25
• DRAINAGE.......................................................................................E-26
• MAINTENANCE................................................................................ E-27
• BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE .................................................E-28
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FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
(the United States)
To aid in answering questions if you call for service or for reporting loss or theft, please
record below the model and serial number located on the back side of the unit.
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL NUMBER
DATE OF PURCHASE
Dealer Name
Address
City
State
Zip
Telephone
TO PHONE: Dial 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277) for:
SERVICE (for your nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer)
PARTS (for your Authorized Parts Distributor)
ACCESSORIES
ADDITIONAL CUSTOMER INFORMATION
TO WRITE: For service problems, warranty information, missing items and other assistance:
Sharp Electronics Corporation
Customer Assistance Center
1300 Naperville Drive
Romeoville, IL 60446-1091
TO ACCESS THE INTERNET: www.sharpusa.com
Please provide the following information when you write or call: model number, serial number,
date of purchase, your complete mailing address (including zip code), your daytime telephone
number (including area code) and description of the problem.

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CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY
CONSUMER LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE U.S. USERS
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION warrants to the first consumer purchaser that this Sharp brand product
(the “Product”), when shipped in its original container, will be free from defective workmanship and materials, and
agrees that it will, at its option, either repair the defect or replace the defective Product or part thereof with a new or
remanufactured equivalent at no charge to the purchaser for parts or labor for the period(s) set forth below.
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items of the Product nor to the additional excluded item(s) set forth
below nor to any Product the exterior of which has been damaged or defaced, which has been subjected to improper
voltage or other misuse, abnormal service or handling, or which has been altered or modified in design or construction.
In order to enforce the rights under this limited warranty, the purchaser should follow the steps set forth below and
provide proof of purchase to the servicer.
The limited warranty described herein is in addition to whatever implied warranties may be granted to purchasers by
law. ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
USE ARE LIMITED TO THE PERIOD(S) FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SET FORTH BELOW. Some states do not
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to you.
Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those
described herein, or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of
Sharp.
The warranties described herein shall be the sole and exclusive warranties granted by Sharp and shall be the sole and
exclusive remedy available to the purchaser. Correction of defects, in the manner and for the period of time described
herein, shall constitute complete fulfillment of all liabilities and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect
to the Product, and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims, whether based on contract, negligence, strict liability
or otherwise. In no event shall Sharp be liable, or in any way responsible, for any damages or defects in the Product
which were caused by repairs or attempted repairs performed by anyone other than an authorized servicer. Nor shall
Sharp be liable or in any way responsible for any incidental or consequential economic or property damage. Some
states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFlC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY
FROM STATE TO STATE.
Your Product Model Number & Description:
Warranty Period for this Product:
Additional Item(s) Excluded From Warranty
Coverage (If any):
Where to Obtain Service:
What to Do to Obtain Service:
TO OBTAIN SUPPLY, ACCESSORY OR PRODUCT INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-BE-SHARP, OR VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
www.sharpusa.com
SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION
Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430-2135
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Portable Air Conditioner. Be sure to have this information available
when you need service for your Product.
One (1) year parts and labor from date of purchase. The warranty
period continues for a total of five (5) years from date of purchase
for the Sealed Cooling System parts; labor and service are not
provided free of change for this additional period.
Appearance items of the Product, filters, or accessories, or any
printed materials.
Product which has been used for rental and/or commercial
purposes.
From a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States.
To find the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer, call
Sharp Toll Free at 1-800-BE-SHARP.
Contact your Sharp Authorized Servicer to obtain in-home service
for this Product.
The Servicer will come to your home, and if it is necessary to
remove the Product, the Servicer will reinstall it. Be sure to have
Proof of Purchase available.

PRECAUTIONS
Points to keep in mind when using your air conditioner.
WARNINGS FOR USE
• Install the air conditioner in accordance with the installa-
tion instructions in the latter section of this manual.
• Do not modify any part of this product.
• Do not insert anything into any part of the unit.
• Ensure the power supply used has an appropriate voltage
rating.
Only use a three-pin grounded electrical AC socket rated
125V, 60Hz, and 15 amps or more as shown on the right.
Use of a power supply with an improper voltage rating can re-
sult in damage to the unit and possibly fire.
• Always use a fuse with the proper amp rating.
Do not, under any circumstances, use wire, pins or other ob-
jects in place of a proper fuse.
• In the event of any abnormality with the air conditioner (ex.
a burning smell), turn it off immediately and disconnect
the power supply.
WARNING FOR POWER SUPPLY CORD
• This air conditioner uses a plug with a built-in fuse.
Read the precautions on the plug before using the air conditioner.
• Always conduct a “Power Plug Check” (See Page 16) before use to confirm the
power plug functions normally.
• This power plug must only be plugged into an appropriate wall socket. Do not use
in conjunction with any extension cords.
• Push the power plug securely into the socket and make sure it is not loose.
• Do not pull, deform, or modify the power supply cord, or immerse it in water.
Pulling or misuse of the power supply cord can result in damage to the unit and cause
electrical shock.
• A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord
obtained from the product manufacturer and not repaired. Replacement must be
performed by manufacturer's service agent in order to avoid a hazard.
NOTE
• Any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by
the manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
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WARNING ABOUT GROUNDING
Grounding wire
Screw
Tab for grounding
screw
Grounded electrical box
Grounding adapter
Grounding pin
3-Pin plug 3-Pin socket
USAGE CAUTIONS
• Ventilate the room periodically during use, especially if using gas appliances.
• Be sure to turn the unit off and disconnect the power supply cord before perform-
ing any maintenance or cleaning.
• Do not splash or pour water directly onto the unit.
Water can cause electrical shock or equipment damage.
• Drainage should be performed whenever moving the air conditioner. (See Page 26)
If any water remains in the tank, it may spill out while being moved.
• Remove the window panel in the event of particularly adverse weather.
Extremely adverse weather may cause water to leak in through the openings.
• To ensure proper drainage, the drainage hose must have no kinks or be on a differ-
ent level during dehumidification mode.
The drained water may spill out into the room.
• The temperature around the drainage hose must not be below freezing point when
used.
Drained water may freeze inside the hose, causing water inside the unit to overflow into
the room.
• Do not block the exhaust air outlet with obstacles.
Cooling performance may be reduced or stop completely.
Grounded
electrical box
• Improper use of the grounding plug can result in the risk of electric shock.
This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding
reduces the risk of an electric shock by providing a less resistant conduit for the electric
current.
This appliance is equipped with a cord that has a grounding wire connected to a ground-
ing plug. The plug must be plugged into a socket that is properly installed and grounded.
Grounding pin
3-Pin plug
3-Pin socket
Grounded
electrical box
• Do not under any circumstances cut or
remove the round grounding pin from
this plug.
Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman
if the grounding instructions are not com-
pletely understood, or if in any doubt as to
whether the appliance is properly grounded.
If a grounding adapter is used, make sure
the electrical box is fully grounded.

NOTES ON OPERATION
• Allow 3 minutes for the compressor to restart cooling.
If you turn the air conditioner off and immediately restart it, allow three minutes for the compressor
to restart cooling. There is an electronic device in the unit that keeps the compressor turned off for
three minutes for safety.
• In the event of a power failure during use, allow 3 minutes before restarting the
unit.
After power is reinstated, restart the air conditioner. If the power was off for less than three min-
utes, be sure to wait at least three minutes before restarting the unit. If you restart the air condi-
tioner within three minutes, a protective device in the unit may cause the compressor to shut off.
This protective device will prevent cooling for about 5 minutes. Any previous settings will be can-
celed and the unit will return to its initial settings.
• Low temperature operation: Is your unit freezing up?
Freezing may occur when the unit is set close to 64°F in low ambient temperature conditions, es-
pecially at night.
In these conditions, a further temperature drop may cause the unit to freeze.
Setting the unit to a higher temperature will prevent it from freezing.
• Dehumidification mode increases room temperature.
The unit generates heat during dehumidification mode and the room temperature will rise. Warm
air will be blown out from the Exhaust air outlet, but this is normal and does not indicate a problem
with the unit.
• This air conditioner blows the warm air generated by the unit outside the room via
the exhaust hose while in cool mode.
Accordingly, the same amount of air as that blown out will enter the room from outside through
any openings into the room.
• When cooling operation is performed at high humidity conditions, water tank in-
side the unit may frequently become full.
When water tank inside the unit is full, the unit stops operating and TIMER, OPERATION and
MEGA COOL lamps will blink. In this case, perform drainage to drain out water within the unit. (See
page 26)
OPERATING CONDITIONS
• The air conditioner must be operated within the temperature range indicated below.
• A built-in safety device may cut off
operation if the temperature exceeds
these limits.
• When cooling operation is performed at
high room temperature, the fan may run
at a slower speed.
MODE ROOM TEMPERATURE
COOL 64°F~95°F
Dehumidification 59°F~95°F
ENERGY EFFICIENCY TIPS
• Avoid direct sunlight.
Close blinds, drapes or shades to keep out direct sunlight while in cooling mode.
• Keep the filter clean.
Keeping the filter clean greatly aids efficient operation.
A dirty filter blocks the flow of air, making your air conditioner work harder and less efficiently.
See page 27 on how to clean the filter.
• Turn off unnecessary lights.
Your air conditioner must remove the heat produced by your lights or other heat-producing appli-
ances. Turn off any lights or appliances that are not in use.
• Turn off the air conditioner when no one is home.
Use only when necessary. The less time the air conditioner is used, the lower the running costs.
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PRECAUTIONS

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LOCATION
• The air conditioner should be placed on a firm founda-
tion to minimize noise and vibration. For safe and se-
cure positioning, place the unit on a smooth, level floor
strong enough to support the unit.
• The unit has casters to aid placement, but it should
only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces. Use caution
when rolling on carpet surfaces. Do not attempt to roll
the unit over objects.
• The unit must be placed within reach of a properly
rated grounded socket.
• Never place any obstacles around the air inlet or outlet
of the unit.
• Allow at least 12" (30cm) of space from the wall for ef-
ficient air-conditioning.
MIN.12"
(30cm)
MIN.12"
(30cm)
INCLUDED
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SUGGESTED TOOLS FOR WINDOW PANEL INSTALLATION
1. Screwdriver(medium size Phillips) 2. Tape measure or ruler 3. Knife or scissors
4. Saw (In the event that the window panel needs to be cut down in size because the
window is too narrow for direct installation.)

PART NAMES
1Air Outlet
2Vertical louvers
3Horizontal louvers
4Remote control signal receiver
window
5POWER Button
6OPERATION Lamp (red)
7TIMER Lamp (orange)
8MEGA COOL Lamp (green)
9Air inlet
REAR VIEW
NOTE: Actual unit might vary slightly from above illustration.
FRONT VIEW
0Exhaust air outlet
qWindow exhaust adapter
wExhaust hose
eRemote control hook
rAir filters
tDrainage nozzle and stopcock
yPower supply cord hooks
uDrainpipe nozzle and stopcock
iPower supply cord
oPower plug
pCasters(4)
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REMOTE CONTROL
1Transmitter
2Display
3POWER Button
4TEMPERATURE Button
5SLEEP Button
6MODE Button
7ON TIMER Button
8FAN Button
9OFF TIMER Button
0CANCEL Button
qLOUVERS Button
wRESET Button
eMEGA COOL Button
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rMODE SYMBOLS
: COOL : DEHUMIDIFICATION
: FAN : VENTILATION
tMEGA COOL SYMBOL
ySLEEP SYMBOL
uFAN SPEED SYMBOLS
: AUTO : Manual setting
iTEMPERATURE AND TIMER COUNT
DOWN INDICATOR
oTRANSMITTING SYMBOL
pON TIMER / OFF TIMER SYMBOL
REMOTE CONTROL DISPLAY
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Quiet
Low
High
Light absorbing material is used for the POWER button. Keep the
remote control in a lighted place for several hours in order for the
button to absorb light. The button will glow for approximately two
hours and the duration may differ depending on various conditions.

INSTALL WINDOW PANEL
Hole
Projection
Insect guard
net
Rain guard
"A"
Window panel
Projection
"A"
Window panel
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Foam seal A
(adhesive type)
Installation in a double-hung sash window
(See page 12 for installation in a sliding sash window. )
1Connect the rain guards to the insect guard net.
Insert all three projections on each rain
guard into the holes in the insect guard net.
Side “A” will now be at the top, as indicated
in the diagram.
2Attach the guard combined above to the
window panel
Push the insect guard net firmly to ensure
that its four projections fit into the holes in
the window panel.
Side “A” will now be at the top, as indicated
in the diagram.
3Cut the foam seal A (adhesive type) to
the proper length and attach it to the
window stool.
4Attach the window panel to the window stool.
If the inner width of the window is be-
tween 22" (559mm) and 24" (609mm)
inclusive.
The window panel cannot be installed in
windows less than 22" (559mm) wide,
as you will be unable to shut the exhaust
cover.
(1) Remove the adjustment panel from
the window panel, and cut the window
panel to the same width as the window.
(2) Open the window sash and place the
window panel on the window stool
(3) Secure the window panel to the window
stool with 2 screws.
Cut
22"~ 24"
Window stool

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Adjustment panel
Extension panel
Foam seal
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If the inner width of the window is
between 24" (609mm) and 36.8"
(934mm) inclusive.
(1) Open the window sash and place the
window panel on the window stool.
(2) Slide the adjustment panel to fit the
window frame width.
(3) Secure the window panel to the stool
with 3 screws.
If the inner width of the window is be-
tween 36.8" (934mm) and 48" (1219mm)
inclusive.
(1) Attach the extension panel to the
adjustment panel.
(2) Open the window sash and place the
window panel on the window stool.
(3) Slide the adjustment and extension
panels to fit the window frame width.
(4) Secure the window panel to the window
stool with 4 screws.
5Cut the foam seals (adhesive type) A and B to the proper length and attach it
to the window panel.
Attach foam seal A to the window panel and
extension panel, and attach foam seal B to
the adjustment panel.
6Close the window sash securely against
the Window panel.
7Cut the foam seal to an appropriate
length and seal the opening between the
top of the inner window sash and the
outer window sash.
8Attach the bracket with a screw.
24"~36.8"
36.8"~48"
Foam seal A
(adhesive type)
Foam seal B
(adhesive type)
Bracket

INSTALL WINDOW PANEL
Installation in a sliding sash window
(See page 10 for installation in a double-hung window.)
Hole
Projection
Insect guard net
Rain guard
"A"
Window panel
Projection
"A"
Window
panel
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1Connect the rain guards to the insect guard net.
Insert all three projections on each rain
guard into the holes in the insect guard
net.
Side “A” will now be at the top, as indicated
in the diagram.
2Attach the guard combined above to the window panel.
Push the insect guard net firmly to ensure
that its four projections fit into the holes in
the window panel.
Side “A” will now be at the top, as indicated
in the diagram, when it is installed in the
window.
3Cut the foam seal A (adhesive type) to the proper length and attach it to the
window frame.
4Install the window panel into the window
frame.
If the inner height of the window is
between 22" (559mm) and 24" (609mm)
inclusive.
The window panel cannot be installed in
windows less than 22" (559mm) high, as
you will be unable to shut the exhaust
cover.
(1) Remove the adjustment panel from the
window panel, and cut the window pan-
el to the same height as the window.
(2) Open the window sash and place the
window panel on the window frame.
(3) Secure the window panel to the window
frame with 2 screws.
Cut
22"~24"
Foam seal A
(adhesive type)

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If the inner height of the window is
between 24" (609mm) and 36.8"
(934mm) inclusive.
(1) Open the window sash and place the
window panel on the window frame.
(2) Slide the adjustment panel to fit the
window frame height.
(3) Secure the window panel to the window
frame with 3 screws.
If the inner height of the window is be-
tween 36.8" (934mm) and 48" (1219mm)
inclusive.
(1) Attach the extension panel to the
adjustment panel.
(2) Open the window sash and place the
window panel on the window frame.
(3) Slide the adjustment and extension
panels to fit the window frame height.
(4) Secure the window panel to the window
frame with 4 screws.
5Cut the foam seals (adhesive type) A and
B to the proper length and attach them
to the window panel.
Attach foam seal A to the window panel and
extension panel, and attach foam seal B to
the adjustment panel.
6Close the window sash securely against
the Window panel.
7Cut the foam seal to an appropriate length and seal the opening between the
side of the inner window sash and the
outer window sash.
8Attach the bracket with a screw.
Adjustment
panel
Foam seal
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Extension panel
24"~36.8"
36.8"~48"
Foam seal A
(adhesive type)
Foam seal B
(adhesive type)
Bracket

Exhaust hose
Window ex-
haust adapter
Projection
Extend
Hole
"TOP"
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The exhaust hose must be installed or removed in accordance with the usage mode.
MODE EXHAUST HOSE
COOL, FAN, VENTILATION, DEHUMIDIFICATION with no container Install
DEHUMIDIFICATION with container (minimum capacity 31/2gallons) Remove
Installation of the exhaust hose
1Attach the window exhaust adapter to the exhaust hose.
Extend one end of the exhaust hose
and insert it into the window exhaust
adapter, and turn it (approx. three times)
until it stops.
Make sure they are securely attached.
2Attach the exhaust hose adapter to the unit.
Insert the two projections on the ex-
haust hose adapter into the two holes
on the unit, and firmly attach them to
each other.
3Slide and open the exhaust cover on
the window panel, and attach the win-
dow exhaust adapter.
Surface of window exhaust adapter
marked "TOP" should be at the top
when it is installed in a double-hung
sash window.
Surface of window exhaust adapter
marked "TOP" should be on the window
frame side when it is installed in a
sliding sash window.
The exhaust hose should be as short as possible for operational efficiency;
however, it must not be twisted or bent.
Unacceptable Acceptable Acceptable
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF EXHAUST HOSE

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"PUSH"
Projection
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Removal of the exhaust hose
1Remove the window exhaust adapter.
Pull out and remove the window exhaust
adapter by pushing down two “PUSH”
markings, and slide and close the exhaust
cover in the window panel.
2Remove the exhaust hose adapter from the unit.
Lift up and remove the exhaust hose
adapter from the unit by pushing down on
the two projections.

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NOTES:
• The battery should last approximately one year under normal use.
• When replacing the batteries, always change both batteries at the same time,
and make sure they are the same type.
• If the remote control does not operate normally after replacing the batteries,
press the RESET button using a thin pointed implement.
• If you will not be using the unit for a prolonged period, remove the batteries from
the remote control.
LOADING BATTERIES
Use two AAA (R03) batteries.
Battery cover
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS
RESET
POWER PLUG CHECK
This air conditioner uses a fused power plug.
Always check the power plug before use.
1Press the RESET button.
2Insert the power plug into the wall socket.
3Press the TEST button.
You will hear a CLICK if the circuit
breaker is functioning correctly.
4Press the RESET button until you hear another CLICK.
The circuit breaker is activated, power
is supplied, and the air conditioner is
now ready for use.
Do not attempt to use the air conditioner if the above procedure
cannot be performed.
Disconnect the power plug and call for service.
TEST
1Remove the battery cover at the
back of the remote control.
2Insert batteries into the com-
partment, making sure the
±
and
—polarities are correctly
aligned.
• Lines will appear on the display
when batteries are properly in-
stalled.
3Reattach the battery cover.
4Press the RESET button using
a thin pointed implement.
RESET
TEST

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CAUTION
• Do not expose the signal receiver window to direct sunlight. This may adversely
affect its operation. If necessary, close the curtains to block out the sunlight.
• Use of a fluorescent lamp in the same room may interfere with transmission of the
signal.
• The unit may be affected by signals emitted from other remote controllers for tel-
evisions, VCRs or other equipment used in the same room.
• Do not leave the remote control exposed to direct sunlight or near a heater. Pro-
tect the remote control from moisture and shock which can discolor or damage it.
Point the remote control towards
the units signal receiver window
and press the desired button. A
beep will sound when the unit re-
ceives the signal.
• Make sure nothing, such as curtains,
blocks the signal receiver window.
• The remote control operates up to
23 feet (7 meters) away.
HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROL
To prevent the remote control from
being misplaced, hook it to the unit
when not in use.
When attached, to remove the remote
control from the unit, lift the remote
control up slightly and pull it out. Remote control hook

COOL MODE
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Install the exhaust hose (See Page14), turn
the drainage nozzle to the CLOSE position,
and check the drainage nozzle is covered
with the stopcock.
Ensure that the stopcock is securely inserted
into the lower drainpipe nozzle and that the
nozzle has not been damaged.
Drainage nozzle
Stopcock
"CLOSE" position
Stopcock
Drainpipe nozzle
1Press the MODE button to select
COOL mode.
COOL DEHUM FAN VENT
2Press the POWER button to start op-
eration.
• The red OPERATION lamp on the unit will
light.
3Press the TEMPERATURE button to
set the desired temperature.
• The temperature can be set within the
range of 64°F to 86°F.
4Press the FAN button to set the de-
sired fan speed.
AUTO QUIET LOW HIGH
TO TURN OFF
Press the POWER button again.
• The red OPERATION lamp on the unit will
turn off.