7 Maintenance and service
Operation manual
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FTXF20~42C5V1B
Daikin room air conditioner
3P520336-9K – 2020.08
▪ NEVER place objects near the air inlet or the air outlet of the unit.
Doing so may cause a reduced heating/cooling effect or stop
operation.
▪ Turn the breaker off when the unit is NOT used for longer periods
of time. If the breaker is on, the unit consumes electricity. Before
restarting the unit, turn the breaker on 6 hours before operation to
ensure smooth running.
▪ Condensation may form if the humidity is above 80% or if the
drain outlet gets blocked.
▪ Adjust the room temperature properly for a comfortable
environment. Avoid excessive heating or cooling. Notice that it
may take some time for the room temperature to reach the set
temperature. Consider using the timer setting options.
▪ Adjust the air flow direction to avoid cool air from gathering on the
floor or warm air against the ceiling. (Up during cooling or dry
operation to the ceiling and down during heating operation.)
▪ Avoid direct air flow to room inhabitants.
▪ Operate the system within the recommended temperature range
(26~28°C for cooling and 20~24°C for heating) to save energy.
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Maintenance and service
7.1
Overview: Maintenance and
service
The installer has to perform a yearly maintenance.
About the refrigerant
This product contains fluorinated greenhouse gases. Do NOT vent
gases into the atmosphere.
Refrigerant type: R32
Global warming potential (GWP) value: 675
NOTICE
Applicable legislation on
fluorinated greenhouse gases
requires that the refrigerant charge of the unit is indicated
both in weight and CO
2
equivalent.
Formula to calculate the quantity in CO
2
equivalent
tonnes:
GWP value of the refrigerant × total refrigerant
charge [in kg] / 1000
Please contact your installer for more information.
WARNING
The refrigerant inside the unit is mildly flammable, but
normally does NOT leak. If the refrigerant leaks in the
room and comes in contact with fire from a burner, a
heater, or a cooker, this may result in fire, or the formation
of a harmful gas.
Turn off any combustible heating devices, ventilate the
room, and contact the dealer where you purchased the
unit.
Do NOT use the unit until a service person confirms that
the part from which the refrigerant leaked has been
repaired.
WARNING
▪ Do NOT pierce or burn refrigerant cycle parts.
▪ Do NOT use cleaning materials or means to accelerate
the defrosting process other than those recommended
by the manufacturer.
▪ Be aware that the refrigerant inside the system is
odourless.
NOTICE
Maintenance MUST be done by an authorized installer or
service agent.
We recommend performing maintenance at least once a
year. However, applicable legislation might require shorter
maintenance intervals.
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
To clean the air conditioner or air filter, be sure to stop
operation and turn all power supplies off. Otherwise, an
electric shock and injury may result.
WARNING
To prevent electrical shocks or fire:
▪ Do NOT rinse the unit.
▪ Do NOT operate the unit with wet hands.
▪ Do NOT place any objects containing water on the unit.
CAUTION
After a long use, check the unit stand and fitting for
damage. If damaged, the unit may fall and result in injury.
CAUTION
Do NOT touch the heat exchanger fins. These fins are
sharp and could result in cutting injuries.
WARNING
Be careful with ladders when working in high places.
NOTICE
Maintenance MUST be done by an authorized installer or
service agent.
Use Daikin service parts only.
We recommend performing maintenance at least once a
year. However, applicable legislation might require shorter
maintenance intervals.
7.2
To clean the indoor unit and user
interface
NOTICE
▪ Do NOT use gasoline, benzene, thinner, polishing
powder or liquid insecticide.
Possible consequence:
Discoloration and deformation.
▪ Do NOT use water or air of 40°C or higher.
Possible
consequence:
Discoloration and deformation.
▪ Do NOT use polishing compounds.
▪ Do
NOT
use
a
scrubbing
brush.
Possible
consequence:
The surface finishing peels off.
▪ As an end user, you may NEVER clean inside parts of
the unit by yourself; this work must be performed by a
qualified service person. Contact your dealer.
DANGER: RISK OF ELECTROCUTION
Before cleaning, be sure to stop the operation, turn the
breaker off or pull out the supply cord. Otherwise, an
electric shock and injury may result.
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Clean with a soft cloth. If it is difficult to remove stains, use
water or a neutral detergent.
