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3. Remove the air filter.
Repairing Refrigerant Leaks
4. Clean the air filter by vacuuming the surface
or washing it in warm water with mild
detergent.
WARNING
A. If using a vacuum cleaner, the inlet side
should face the vacuum.
Fig. 4.3
B. If using water, the inlet side should face
down and away from the water stream.
Fig. 4.4
5. Rinse the filter with clean water and allow
it to air-dry. DO NOT let the filter dry in
● If the refrigerant leaks, turn off the air conditioner and
any combustible heating devices, ventilate the room and
call your dealer immediately. Refrigerant is both toxic
and flammable.
● DO NOT use the air conditioner until the leak is
repaired.
● When the air conditioner is installed in a small room,
measures must be taken to prevent the refrigerant
concentration from exceeding the safety limit in the event
of refrigerant leakage. Concentrated refrigerant causes a
severe health and safety threat.
Refrigerant Leak Detection System (some
models)
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In the event of a refrigerant leak, the LCD
screen will display “EC” and the LED
indicator light will flash.
Preparation for Periods Of Non-Use
Maintenance after Extended Non-Use
1. Remove any obstacles blocking the vents of
both the indoor and outdoor units.
2. Clean the air filter and the front grille of the
indoor unit. Reinstall the clean, dry air filter in
its original position.
3. Turn on the main power switch at least 12
hours prior to operating the unit.
direct sunlight.
Storing the Unit While Not in Use
6. Reinstall the filter.
1. Run the appliance on FAN mode for 12 hours
in a warm room to dry it and prevent mold.
2. Turn off the appliance and unplug it.
3. Clean the air filter according to the
instructions in the previous section. Reinstall
the clean, dry filter before storing.
4. Remove the batteries from the remote control.