Soleus Air KFIHP-09-ID User manual

Wall Mounted Mini Split
Heat Pump
Air Conditioner
OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Model: KFIHP-09-ID / KFHHP-09-OD
KFHHP-12-ID / KFHHP-12-OD
Thank you for selecting Soleus Air. To ensure proper
operation, please read this manual and keep it for
future reference.
Indoor Unit.
Outdoor Unit.

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Structure and Operation
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ƹThe Instructions before Use
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Warning
ƾGrounding: The unit must be properly
grounded.
ƾDisconnect the power when the unit is not being
used for extended periods of time.
ƾDon’t attempt to repair the air conditioner by
yourself. There are no user replaceable parts.
Please contact your authorized dealer.
ƾIf your air conditioner malfunctions,
discontinue use and call your authorized dealer.
ƾNever block the air inlet or outlet of indoor and
outdoor unit.
ƾDon’t step on the top of the outdoor unit or
place something on it.
ƾNever store flammable liquids near your air
conditioner.
ƾThe condensing unit should be securely
mounted to avoid damage.

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ƹThe Instructions before Use
ƾSet the room temperature appropriately.
ƾAdjust the air flow and direction properly.
When the air conditioner is running, you can
press the SWING key on the remote control to
adjust the guide louver and change the
direction of air flow.
ƾClose all doors & windows for efficient
operation.
ƾTo avoid harm to your pets or plants, never
direct the airflow at them.
ƾTo avoid damage or electric shock, never spray
liquid onto the unit.
ƾThis air conditioner cannot be used for
drying clothes or refrigerating foods.
The difference
between indoor
and outdoor
temperature
shall be 40 °F.

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Function-Remote control
Note:
Don't drop the remote control.
Don't place the remote control in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
When the unit is restarted after stopped, it will automatically resume its last running mode, and the
outdoor unit will start there after.
TEMP+ TEMP- Button:
Under the COOL, DRY,
FAN or HEAT mode,
press these two buttons
could set the temperature,
the temp. setting range is
60.8°F -86°F, the temp.
can be memorized under
each mode.
FAN SPEED Button:
When the unit starts up,
under the AUTO, COOL,
FAN or HEAT mode, press
this button and select Auto
fan, Low fan, Middle fan,
High fan. At DRY mode,
the fan speed runs at Low
fan speed. The FAN
SPEED can be memorized
under various modes.
MODE Button:
When the unit is
turned on, press this
button. The AUTO,
COOL, DRY, FAN or
HEAT mode can then
be selected.
CLOCK Button:
When pressing this
button once, the icon of
CLOCK will flash, and
can be adjusted. At
CLOCK adjustment,
press the TIME+ once,
the ones placed on the
minute will be increased
1, and continuously press
1 sec above, the tens
place on the minute will
be increased 1 in every
half second. When
pressing the TIME-, the
ones placed on the
minute will be decreased
1, and continuously press
1 sec above, the tens
place will be decreased 1
in every half second.
After adjusting please
press the CLOCK button
again for confirming.
SLEEP Button:
Under COOL, DRY &
HEAT mode, press the
button once to start the
SLEEP function, when
pressed again, it will stop.

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Liquid Crystal Display.
It shows all set contents.
ON/OFF Button
Press ON.
Press OFF.
T-ON Button.
When pressing this button
once, enter into T-ON
setting, the icon of T-ON
flash, every press of
TIME+, the time of T-ON
will be increased 1min.
When continuously press 1
sec above, the tens placed
on minute will be
increased 1, every press of
TIME- will be decreased 1
minute, when continuously
press 1 sec above, the tens
placed on minute will be
decrease 1 in every half
second, and it goes round
with 12 hours.
SWING Button:
Press once to have louvers
swing [oscillate]. Press
twice in one second the
panel light will turn on.
Press twice again and the
light will turn off.
T-OFF Button
Press this button once to
enter into T-OFF
setting, the icon of T-
OFF will flash, the T-
OFF button is available
in ON or OFF mode, the
setting method is the
same with T-ON.
CANCEL Button
Pressing this button will
cancel timer.
TIME+ TIME- Button
Function instruction please
refer to T-ON button, T-
OFF button, CLOCK
button.

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ƹHow to Insert Batteries
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1. Remove the cover from the back of the remote control.
2. Insert the two batteries (Two AAA dry-cell batteries).
3. Re-attach the cover.
NOTE:
Don’t mix different batteries.
Remove batteries when not in use for a longtime.
The batteries can be used for about one year.
Keep remote at least 3.28 feet from TV’s and other electronic devices.
When the wireless remote control is lost or broken, please use the manual switch,
It will start in AUTO mode, the temperature setting and fan speed cannot
be changed. Please use a ball point pen or similar device to operate switch.
Turn on the unit: By pressing the Manual Switch the unit will start in AUTO automatically.
The microcomputer will adjust to the indoor temperature by selecting (COOL, HEAT, FAN), in order to
achieve a comfortable condition.
Turn off the unit: When unit is running, press the manual switch STOP button, the unit will stop running.

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The general procedure:
1. Power the unit and a buzzer will sound. Power/Run indication is red and the air conditioner is waiting
to run.
(Note: Once the air conditioner plugs to power supply or receives the signal of remote control, the
buzzer will send out the desirable sound.)
2. Press ON/OFF button, Power/Run indication is green and shows the running mode (Cooling, Heating,
and Auto), and then the air conditioner starts running.
3. Press MODE button to select desired running mode.
4. Press SWING button to automatically swing and stop when repress it.
5. Press FAN button to set desired fan speed.
6. Press TEMP. button to set desired temperature.
Procedure for SLEEP mode:
7. Press SLEEP button to set the sleep.
8. Press TIMER button to set the present ON TIME or OFF TIME.
Note:
In AUTO mode, the unit will automatically adjust its running modes according to the room temperature
changes.

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Care and Maintenance
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CAUTION:
Turn power off and pull out the power cord before cleaning air conditioner.
Never sprinkle water on the indoor unit and the outdoor unit for cleaning because it can
cause an electric shock.
Volatile Liquid (e.g. thinner or gasoline) will damage the air conditioner. (So wipe the
units with a dry soft cloth, or a cloth slightly moistened with water or cleanser.)
Clean the front panel (Don’t remove the front panel when cleaning)
When the indoor unit front panel is dirty, please use the cloth which is soaked in the warm water
under 104°F, then dry it and wipe the dirty places.
NOTE:
There are microcomputer components and circuit board on the displayer of the indoor unit front
panel, never let it dip in the water.
Cleaning the Air Filters (Recommended once every three months)
The air filters should be cleaned more frequently in dusty conditions.
1. Take down the air filter
Open the surface panel, hold the tab of air filter
and raise it slightly, and then take it out along the
direction of arrows (See the right figure).
2. Cleaning
To clear the dust adhering to the filters, you can
either use a vacuum cleaner, or wash them with
water and dry it in the shade (See the right
figure).
Note: Never use water above 113°F to wash the filters, or
it could cause deformation or discoloration. Never parch it
by fire, or it could cause a fire or deformation.

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3. Reinsert the filters
Reinsert the filters along the direction of arrow,
then cover the surface panel and clasp it.
Check before Use
1. Be sure that nothing obstructs the air outlet and
intake vents.
2. Verify that the unit is properly grounded.
3. Always use new batteries.
4. Verify condenser is properly mounted.
Maintain after Use
1. Clean filters and other parts.
2. Turn main power off.
3. Clean dust from the outdoor unit.
ƹTrouble Shooting
Warning: Don’t attempt to repair the air conditioner by yourself; it can cause an electric shock or fire.
Please check the following items before calling your service technician.
Problem Trouble Shooting
Won’t start immediately
when the air conditioner is
restarted.
Once the air conditioner is stopped, it will not
operate until the time delay of 3 minutes has
passed.
There’s unusual odor
blowing from the outlet after
operation is started.
This is caused by the odors in the room.

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Problem Trouble Shooting
Sound of water flow can be heard during operation.
This is caused by the refrigerant flowing inside
the unit.
Mist is emitted during cooling operation.
Because the air of the room is cooled down
rapidly.
Creaking noise can be heard when start or stop the unit.
This is caused by the expansion of plastic due
to the change of temperature.
Air conditioner does not operate at all.
Has the power been shut down?
Is the wiring loose?
Is the leakage protection switch in
operation?
Is TIMER ON is operation?
Cooling (Heating) efficiency is not good.
Is SET TEMP. suitable?
Is air inlet or outlet obstructed?
Are air filters dirty?
Are the windows and door closed?
Is indoor fan speed set at low speed?
Is there any other hear source in your room?
Remote control is not operating
Remote control can’t be used when the air
conditioner is disturbed or changing its
functions frequently.
Is the remote control out of effective to the
indoor unit? Are there any obstruction
between the remote control and the signal
receptor?
Replace the worn batteries of remote control
is the voltage of the batteries is not
sufficient.

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ƹTrouble Shooting
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Immediately discontinue using the unit and disconnect the power if any of the following occurs:
Unusual noise can be heard during operation.
Air switch or leakage protection switch often
shuts down.
Water is leaking from the unit.
Electrical lines and power plug are very hot
or smoking.
Wind blowing from the outlet smells terrible
during operation.
If you have any
question, please call
your contractor or
service dept.