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REMOTE CONTROL
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in equipment
damage.
Handle the control with care and avoid getting the control wet.
CAUTION
!
IMPORTANT: The remote control can operate the unit from a
distance of up to 26 ft. (8 m) as long as there are no obstructions.
When the timer function is used, the remote control should be kept
in the vicinity of the fan coil (within 26 ft. / 8 m).
The remote control can perform the following basic functions:
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Turn the system ON and OFF
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Select operating mode
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Adjust room air temperature set point and fan speed
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Adjust airflow direction
Refer to the Remote Control Function section for a detailed
description of all the capabilities of the remote control.
Battery Installation
Two AAA 1.5v alkaline batteries (included) are required for
operation of the remote control.
To install or replace batteries:
1. Slide the back cover off the control to open the battery
compartment.
2. Insert batteries. Follow the polarity markings inside the
battery compartment.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover.
NOTE:
1. When replacing batteries, do not use old batteries or a
different type battery. This may cause the remote control to
malfunction.
2. If the remote is not going to be used for several weeks,
remove the batteries. Otherwise battery leakage may
damage the remote control.
3. The average battery life under normal use is about 6
months.
4. Replace the batteries when there is no audible beep from the
indoor unit or if the Transmission Indicator fails to light.
5. When batteries are removed, the remote control erases all
programmed settings. The control must be reprogrammed
after insertion of new batteries.
Remote Control Operation − Quick Start
NOTE: When transmitting a command from the remote
control to the unit, be sure to point the control toward the right
side of the unit. The unit confirms receipt of a command by
sounding an audible beep.
1. Turn the unit on by pushing the ON/OFF button.
2.
If there is a preference for
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C rather than
_
F (default), press
and hold the increase
▲
and decrease
▼
temperature set
point buttons together for approximately 3 seconds.
3. Select the desired mode by pushing the mode button.
AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT
FAN
Fig. 6 − Modes
4. Select the temperature set point by pointing the control
toward the unit and pressing the increase/decrease
temperature set point buttons until the desired temperature
appears on screen.
5. Select the desired fan speed by pressing the FAN button.
NOTE: If the unit is operating in DRY or AUTO mode, the fan
speed will be automatically set.
6.
Set the airflow direction. When the unit is turned on, the
up−down airflow louvers default to the cooling or heating
position. The user can adjust the horizontal up−down
airflow louver position by pushing the
DIRECT
button or
have continuous louver movement by pressing the
SWING
button.
Manual Operation
If the remote control is lost, damaged, or the batteries are
exhausted, the MANUAL button can be used to run the unit.
When the MANUAL button is pressed once, the AUTO mode
takes affect (heat or cool). When this button is pressed twice,
the system enters the TEST mode and runs for 30 minutes in
the COOLING mode (it runs in AUTO mode afterward).
When pressed three times, the system turns OFF.
A150656
Fig. 7 − Manual Button
The set conditions of manual operation are as follows:
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Preset set point: 76
_
F (24
_
C)
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Fan speed: AUTO
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Discharge air direction: Pre−set position based on operation in
COOL or HEAT mode.