Soleus Air iCongo PSQ-08-01 User manual

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Model No.: PSQ-08-01
PSQ-10-01
PSQ-12-01 
8,000/10,000/12,000 BTU
Portable Air Conditioner
Operating Instructions

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Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air Portable Air Conditioner. This owner’s manual will provide
you with valuable information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new product.
Please take a few moments to thoroughly read the instructions and familiarize yourself with all the
operational aspects of your new Soleus Air Portable Air Conditioner.
For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual. Also, write the
store name/location, date purchased, and serial number below:
Store Name: ____________________________________________________
Location: _____________________________________________________
Date Purchased: _________________________________________________
Serial Number (located on back of unit): ______________________________
IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Before installing and using your portable air conditioner, please read this owner’s manual carefully. Store this
manual in a safe place for future reference.
1) Always place the unit on a level surface.
2) Never use or store gasoline or other flammable vapor or liquid near this unit unless instructed by this manual.
3) Maintain at least 10 inches (25 cm) clearance space around this unit. Do not block or cover air inlet or outlet
grilles.
4) The unit must be connected to a correctly grounded power supply.
5) Do not start or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug.
6) Do not use an adapter plug or extension cord.
7) Do not use the unit in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
8) Do not insert anything into the air outlet. Do not obstruct air inlet or outlet grills unless instructed by this
manual.
9) Do not let children play near this unit.
10) Always inspect the cord for signs of damage before use. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer or a qualified service technician.
11) When cleaning the unit, always turn the unit off and unplug the power cord.
12) Do not mix old and new batteries in the remote control.
Do not mix Alkaline, Standard (Carbon - Zinc) or Rechargeable (Nickel - Cadmium) Batteries.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS
x The cooling capacity is measured at an ambient temperature of DB 95˚F, WB 83 ˚F.
x Noise level is measured at a distance of 3.28 ft away from the front of the unit, when the unit is in cool-
ing mode.
x Power consumption is measured when the fan runs at the highest speed setting.
x These specifications are for reference only. For actual data, please refer to the rating label on the back
of the unit.
x If the environment temperature is higher than the max operating temperature or lower than the minimum operat-
ing temperature, the air conditioner may not work properly.
MODEL NUMBER PSQ-08-01 PSQ-12-01PSQ-10-01
COOLING CAPACITY 8,000 BTU/Hr 12,000 BTU/Hr1,000 BTU/Hr
DEHUMIDIFYING CAPACITY 86 pts/Day 6 pts/Day6 pts/Day
COOLING POWER USAGE 1030 Watts, 8.9 Amps 150 Watts, 1 Amps1250 Watts, 11.2 Amps
AIR FLOW VOLUME 206 CFM 206 CFM206 CFM
POWER SOURCE 115 V / 60 HZ 115 V / 60 HZ115 V / 60 HZ
NOISE LEVEL ≤58 dB(A) ≤58 dB(A)≤58 dB(A)
PRODUCT WEIGHT 61.7 Lbs 61.7 Lbs61.7 Lbs
OPERATING
TEMPERATURE 63-88 63-8863-88
PRODUCT DIMENSIONS 12.25” Wh21.25” Dh
25” H
12.25” Wh21.25” Dh
25” H
12.25” Wh21.25” Dh
25” H
REFRIGERANT R-410A R-410AR-410A
Portable Air Conditioner (1)
Exhaust Hose (1)
Window Kit Adapter (1)
Rubber Plug (2)
Screw (1)
Remote Control (1)
AAA Batteries (2)
Window Kit - Sliding Panels (2)
Owner’s Manual (1)

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LCDI POWER CORD AND PLUG
This air conditioner is equipped with an LCDI (Leakage Current Detection and Interruption) power cord
and plug as required by US National Electric Code 440.65. This cord consists of a length of shielded flexi-
ble cord with no termination on the load side and a LCDI attachment plug on the line side.
The LCDI power cord and plug will remove the supply source via electrical disconnect (circuit trip) if the
nominal current leakage between the cord shield and either load conductor exceeds a predetermined value.
The cord will remain de-energized until the devise has been manually reset. This is intended to re
risk of a fire in the power cord or combustible materials nearby. The cord shields are not grounded 
must be considered a shock hazards if exposed. The cord shield must not be connected to ground 
any exposed metal.
The test and reset buttons on the LCDI Plug are used to check if the plug is functioning properly. To test:
1. Plug power cord into wall outlet
2. Press TEST Button, circuit should trip, cutting power to the air conditioner
3. Press RESET button 
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If test button is pressed and unit can still be turned on, current leakage has been detected. Do not use the
air conditioner or attempt to reset the LCDI Plug. Contact Soleus for troubleshooting
recommendations.
WARNING:
1. DO NOT press the TEST button while the air conditioner is operating.
2. The TEST and RESET buttons should not be used as ĀONāand ĀOFFāswitches.
3. The cord and plug are not intended to offer protection to externally connected loads or supply circuits.
4. The cord and plug are intended for indoor use only.
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PRODUCT DIAGRAM
1. Adjustable Louver
2. Cold Air Outlet
3. Air Outlet Cover
4. Air Exhaust Cover
5. Hot Air Exhaust Opening
6. Cold Air Filter
7. Continuous Drain Port
8. Cold Air Intake
9. Hot Air Filter
10. Hot Air Intake
11. Condensation Drain Hole
12. Casters
13. Exhaust Hose
14. Screw
15. Window Kit
16. Remote Control
17. AAA Batteries
18. Window Kit Adapter
19. Continuous Drain Rubber Plug
20. Condensation Drain Rubber Plug
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PARTS & ASSEMBLY
PARTS
WINDOW KIT
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
When the unit is operating as an air conditioner or dehumidifier, the unit draws in indoor air and exhausts hot air out
of the room to complete the air exchange. When the unit is operating in fan mode no outdoor air exchange takes
place. The window kit and exhaust hose do not need to be installed when the unit is used as a fan.
NOTE: The supplied window kit can be installed in sliding windows and sliding glass doors up to 4. ft. long
(approximate length).
Screw
Panel A
Panel B
Exhaust Hose Window Kit Adapter

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WINDOW KIT INSTALLATION
FOR SINGLE HOSE AIR CONDITIONER
The venting kit must be installed in order for the unit to work correctly in the air conditioner mode dehumid mode.
The venting kit should not be used while the unit is fanning.
The window kit has been designed to fit into most vertical and horizontal window openings.
Close the window tightly. Your portable air condi-
tioner is good to go.
Open the window or door to adjust the length of the window kit to
fit the opening. If necessary, mark the kit and cut one end down to
properly fit he opening.
Note: Use the least amount of Exhaust Hose length as possible to
maximize efficiency.
Note: The unit above may differ from the unit described in the manual, the
above directions and images show general directions for Soleus Air single
hose Portable Air Conditioner.
Connect the Exhaust Hose
over the hot air exhaust
opening
Exhaust Hose
This side up
Window Kit Adapter
Exhaust Host
Window Kit Attach the Exhaust Hose to the
Window Kit Adapter, attach the
Window Kit Adpater to the
Window Kit.
Exhaust Hose
Note: When using the venting system, keep the Exhaust Hose as straight
as possible. The Exhaust Hose can be shortened, but it is not recom-
mended to increase the length of the Exhaust Hose. DO NOT use an ex-
tension cord with your portable air conditioner.
Exhaust Hose
Air Exhaust Cover
Press the recessed points on
each side of the Air Exhaust
Cover and remove the
Exhaust Hose horizontally.

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WINDOW KIT ASSEMBLY GUIDE
2. Assembly:
Slide Panel B into Panel A and size to window width. Windows
sizes vary. When sizing the window width, be sure that the win-
dow kit assembly is free from gaps and/or air pockets when taking
measurements.
3. Lock the screw into the holes that correspond with the width
that your window requires to ensure that there are no gaps or air
pockets in the window kit assembly after installation.
1Parts
-Panel A: with exhaust hose opening
-Panel B
-Screw to lock window kit in place
Panel A
Screw
Panel with
Exhaust Opening
Panel B
A
B

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CONTROL PANEL BUTTONS
1) Power On and Off - Press the POWER button once to manually turn the unit on. Press the POWER but-
ton once more to turn the unit off.
CONTROL PANEL, DISPLAY, & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
TIMER
SPEED
MODE
POWER
TEMPERATURE
COOL
BUCKET FULL
FAN
DRY
HIGH
MEDIUM
LOW
Bucket Full
Indicator
Mode Selection
Button
Increase
Temperature/Timer
Button
Signal Receiver
POWER
ON/OFF
Button
Fan Speed
Button
Air Conditioner
Mode
Indicator
Dehumidifier
Mode
Indicator
Fan Speed
Indicators
Fan
Mode
Indicator
Timer
Button
Decrease
Temperature/Timer
Button
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONTROL PANEL
3) Temperature - Select the desired temperature by pressing either ▲ or ▼ key when using the unit in
Air Conditioner mode. The temperature indicator flashes to display the desired temperature setting. Af-
ter the desired temperature is set, the temperature indicator will flash 10 seconds before it returns to
current room temperature. The temperature indicator display shows temperature in Fahrenheit.
- This unit has -way directional louvers. Use the louver guides manually to direct
air up and down.
2) Mode Selection - Press the MODE Button repeatedly to cycle between the different modes: Air
Conditioner mode, Dehumidifier (Dry) mode, and Fan only mode. Each press of the MODE button will
light up a different icon on the control panel. The exhaust hose and window kit must be installed when
the unit is in Air Conditioner, and Dehumidifier mode. When using the unit as a fan, it is not necessary
to keep the exhaust hose and window kit connected to the unit.
4) Bucket Full - When the unit cannot evaporate the collected moisture fast enough, the excess water will
collect in a backup water tank located inside the unit. Once the tank is full, Bucket Full indicator will light
up.
5) Louver Direction
6) TIMER - Press the TIMER button to turn the unit auto-on or auto-off. Set the timer by pressing either ▲
or▼ button.

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OPERATING THE UNIT
Air Conditioner Mode
1) Install the exhaust hose and window kit properly (see pages 7 & 8).
2) Plug the Power Cord into an electrical outlet.
3) Turn on the unit by pressing the POWER button.
4) Press the Mode button until the air conditioner mode indicator lights up on the control panel dis-
play.
5) Press the ▲ or ▼ until the desired room temperature appears on the control panel display. The tem-
perature ranges from 63˚F - 88˚F.
6) Select the desired fan speed by pressing the SPEED button on control panel.
NOTE: During hot days, the unit will cool the room most efficiently by setting the temperature at the low-
est setting and the fan speed on high. Reducing the length of the exhaust duct, insulating the ex-
haust hose and window kit, and keeping direct sunlight to a minimum will also improve the cool-
ing efficiency.
NOTE: When the unit is running on air conditioning mode, the exhaust hose is required and must be
vented outside using the supplied window kit.
Dehumidifier Mode
1) Install the exhaust hose and window kit properly (see pages 7 & 8 ).
2) Plug the Power Cord into an electrical outlet.
3) Turn on the unit by pressing the POWER Button.
4) Press the MODE button until the dehumidifier mode indicator lights up on the control panel display.
NOTE: The unit operates at low fan speed during dehumidifier mode. The unit cools room slightly dur-
ing the dehumidification process. Keep the windows and doors closed to aid the effectiveness of
the unit in removing the moisture from the room.
NOTE: When the unit is running on dehumidifier mode, the exhaust hose is required and must be
vented outside using the supplied window kit.
Fan Mode
1) Plug the Power Cord into an electrical outlet.
2) Turn on the unit by pressing the POWER button on the control panel.
3) Press the MODE button until the fan mode indicator lights up on the control panel display.
4) Select the fan speed by pressing the SPEED button.
NOTE: It is not necessary for the exhaust hose and window kit to be installed to operate the unit in fan
mode.

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OPERATING THE UNIT USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
* Remote Colors may differ from
the image above
REMOTE CONTROL
TIMER BUTTON
MODE BUTTON
POWER BUTTON
FAN SPEED
BUTTON
TIMER/TEMP DECREASE
TIMER/TEMP INCREASE
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HOUR BUTTON
MINUTE BUTTON
*This Button does not
have a function.
SET TEMPERATURE
MODE DISPLAY
FAN SPEED
INDICATOR
TIME TIMER ON/OFF
INDICATOR
TIMER TIME
LOCK/UNLOCK
INDICATOR
MIN
HOUR
TIMER
FAN SPEED
MODE
HOLD
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REMOTE CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3) Fan Speed - Press the FAN speed button to cycle through high, medium, low fan speeds. When the
unit is in Air Conditioner mode, the fan speeds will cycle through in this order: High, Medium, Low,
When the unit is in Fan mode, the fan speeds will cycle through in this order: High, Medium, Low.
4) Temperature Setting - When the unit is in Air Conditioner mode you can select your desired tem-
perature. Press the ▲ or ▼ to select your desired temperature setting. The temperature on the LCD dis-
play on the remote control will increase or decrease accordingly.
5) TIMER
Auto-On: To program the timer, when the unit is off, point the remote at the unit and press the TIMER
button. Once TIMER is pressed, the timer ON indicator will display on the remote control LCD dis-
play. Press the HOUR button to set the timer. The timer can be set in intervals of 1 hour up to 12 hours.
Auto-Off: While the unit is operating, point the remote at the unit and press the TIMER button. Once
the TIMER is pressed, the timer OFF indicator will display on the remote control LCD display. Press
the HOUR button to set the timer. The timer can be set in intervals of 1 hour up to 12 hours.
6) Hold Button - Press this button to lock and unlock the remote control.
1. Remove cover on back of the remote control to expose CLK button.
2. Use a paper clip or pen to press CLK button; present time on LCD display will start to flash.
3. Press HOUR or MIN button to adjust time.
4. Press CLK button again to complete set up.
Time Adjustment
Reset Remote Control
Use a paper clip or pen to press the RST button once to
reset the remote control.
CLK RST
Time
Set Button
Remote Control
Reset Button
CLK
RST
2) Mode Selection - Press the MODE Button repeatedly to cycle between the different modes: Air
Conditioner, Dehumidifier, Fan-Only mode. The selected mode will light up on remote con-
trol LCD display to indicate which mode the unit is currently operating in.
1) Power On and Off - If the unit is already on, press the ON/OFF button on the remote while pointing
the remote away from the unit. This will turn the remote on. If the unit is off, now press the ON/OFF
button once to turn the unit on. Press the ON/OFF button once more to turn the unit off. When in Air
Conditioner mode, the selected temperature will appear on the remote control LCD display.

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CONTINUOUS DRAIN OPTION
This portable air conditioner is designed to evaporate moisture drawn from the air through the vented ex-
haust hose. During periods where excess moisture is in the air, a garden hose can be installed to drain water
continuously from the unit, eliminating interruptions in operation. When a garden hose is installed, excess
moisture is drained from the unit automatically. This process allows excess moisture to bypass the internal
water tank for continuous operation in humid conditions.
HOW TO INSTALL CONTINUOUS DRAIN OPTION:
1. Place Portable AC on a level surface.
2. Remove the plug on continuous drain port on the side of the unit to access the Garden Hose Drain Port.
3. Thread a garden hose (not supplied) onto the accessible Garden Hose Drain Port.
4. Lead Garden hose to a floor drain and cut to length.
5. Make sure that there are no kinks or knots in the garden hose (See Picture Below)
6. Turn on the unit and gravity draining will begin automatically.
Garden Hose Installation Reference Guide Guide
To install, simply attach a standard garden hose (not included) to the drain port on the side of the unit. The
thread standard for garden hoses in the US and its territories is known as GHT or "garden hose thread"
which has an outer diameter of 1 1/16 inches (1.0625 inches or 27.0 mm) and a pitch of 11.5 TPI.

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EXCESS MOISTURE MAINTENANCE
BUCKET FULL INDICATOR
When the Internal Water Tank is full, the Bucket Full light will illuminate and the unit will automatically
shut down. The air conditioner will resume normal operation once Internal Water Tank is emptied.
INTERNAL WATER TANK
When the room temperature is low and the indoor humidity is high, the air conditioner may not be able to
evaporate some of the moisture fast enough. When this happens, the water will accumulate in an internal
water tank inside the unit. The internal water tank holds approximately 1.5 liters of water. When this tanks
becomes full, the unit will automatically shutdown and illuminate the Bucket Full indicator.
Optional Continuous Internal Water Tank Drainage: For continuous and automatic Internal Water
Tank draining, purchase a small hose from a hardware store that can fit around the 9/16” condensation
drain hole on the bottom side of the unit. Lead the hose to a floor drain or larger pan for continuous drain-
age. It is not advised to use continuous drainage when the room temperature is higher than 90˚F.
HOW TO DRAIN THE INTERNAL WATER TANK
*You will need a small pan, approximately 1” high to catch the water coming out of the water tank. Once
the water tank is empty, the unit will resume operation within a few minutes.
1. Do not move the unit when the water container is full. (Water will spill out)
2. Place a small pan under the condensation drain hole on the bottom side of the unit.
3. Remove the rubber plug from the drain port. The condensate water will drain out automatically.
4. When the drain pan is full, install the rubber plug back onto the drainage hole to stop the water flow.
5. Empty the drain pan.
6. Repeat steps 2-5 until all the water is emptied.
NOTE: Once the condensate tank has
been emptied, firmly press the rubber plug
back onto the condensation drain hole. It
is not advised to use continuous drainage
when the room temperature is higher than
90˚F .
Condensation
Drain Hole
Rubber Plug

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MAINTENANCE
Note: Make sure power is off and the power cord is not plugged into an electrical outlet
prior to performing any maintenance on the unit.
Clean or replace filter - If the air filter is blocked with dust, the airflow volume may be reduced. It is
recommended to clean the filter once every two weeks or as needed.
1) Remove the filters from the filter compartment on the left of the unit.
2) Wash the air filters by immersing it gently into warm water with a neutral detergent. Rinse the
filter and dry it thoroughly out of sunlight.
3) Slide the filter back into the filter compartment after it is thoroughly dried.
4) If the filter is torn or unusable, order a new filter by calling the customer service number on the
warranty page of this manual.
Clean the unit Housing
1) Keep the unit from being exposed directly to the sun to prevent color fading.
2) Clean the surface with a damp cloth and dry it with a soft towel.
Storing the Unit for an Extended Period of Time or Transporting the unit
1) Empty any excess water by unplugging the water drainage stop in left of the unit (located at the
bottom).
2) Unplug the unit.
3) The unit should be stored in a cool dry place.
DISCLAIMER
ALL INFORMATION AND THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS USER’S MANUAL ARE
THE PRESENTATION OF THE MANUFACTURER. SOLEUS HOME COMFORT HAS NOT CONDUCTED INDE-
PENDENT TEST TO THE INFORMATION AND THE SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED HEREWITHIN.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Air conditioner does not
power on
• Unit is not plugged in.
• No electric current to outlet.
• Internal safety device has tripped.
• Plug unit in.
• Check electric breaker box for a
trip.
• Wait 30 minutes for safety de-
vice to reset.
Air conditioner works for a
limited amount of time
• There are bends in the exhaust
hose.
• Something is blocking the air
from being discharged.
• Position the air exhaust hose
correctly, keeping it as short and
free of curves as possible.
• Check and remove anything
obstructing air discharge.
During operation, there is an
unpleasant smell in the room • Air filter is dirty. • Remove air filters, clean and
re-install.
Air conditioner does not oper-
ate after restarting the unit
• The internal compressor safety de-
vice prevents the unit from being
restarted until three minutes have
elapsed since it was last turned off.
• Wait for compressor to turn on.
The control panel display
shows error codes
• The unit has a self diagnosis
system to identify a number of
malfunctions.
• See page 18 to diagnosis the
code.

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SELF-DIAGNOSIS SYSTEM MALFUNCTION CODES
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
The unit has a self diagnosis system to identify a number of malfunctions.
Error messages are displayed on the control panel display.
Error Codes Possible Causes Error Messages
E2 Temperature Sensor Failure Self Diagnosis
E3 Internal Pipe Sensor Failure Self Diagnosis; Turn Off the Unit
E4 CPU Failure System Shut Down

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WARRANTY
One Year Limited Warranty
Soleus Home Comfort warrants the accompanying Soleus Air Portable Air Conditioner to be free of defects in ma-
terial and workmanship for the applications specified in its operation instruction for a period of ONE (1) year from
the date of original retail purchase in the United States.
If the unit exhibits a defect in normal use, Soleus Home Comfort will, at its option, either repair or replace it, free of
charge within a reasonable time after the unit is returned during the warranty period.
As a condition to any warranty service obligation, the consumer must present this Warranty Certificate along with a
copy of the original purchase invoice.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
x Damage, accidental or otherwise, to the unit while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a de-
fect in material or workmanship.
x Damage caused by consumer misuse, tampering, or failure to follow the care and special handling provi-
sions in the instructions.
x Damage to the finish of the case, or other appearance parts caused by wear.
x Damage caused by repairs or alterations of the unit by anyone other than those authorized by Soleus
Home Comfort.
x Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service.
x Filter and Accessories.
ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY ARE LIMITED
TO ONE-YEAR DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOLEUS HOME COMFORT
DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES AND IN NO EVENT
SHALL SOLEUS HOME COMFORT’S LIABILITY EXCEED THE RETAIL VALUE OF THE UNIT FOR
BREACH OF ANY WRITTEN OR IMPLIED WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THIS UNIT.
This warranty covers only new products purchased from our authorized dealers or retailers. It does not cover used,
salvaged, or refurbished products.
As some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or do not allow
limitation on implied warranties, the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.
For Technical Support and Warranty Service
Please Call 1-877-976-5387
www.mjcsupply.com
 Year Limited Warranty