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Replacing the batteries
• Remove the cover on the rear of the remote control;
• Replace the old batteries with two new LR03 “AAA” 1.5V
batteries, inserting them correctly (see the instructions
inside the battery compartment);
• Replace the cover.
Please note:
If the remote control unit is replaced or
discarded, the batteries must be removed and disposed
of in accordance with current legislation as they are
harmful to the environment. Do not mix alkaline,
standard (zinc-carbon) and rechargeable (nickel-
cadmium) batteries. Do not throw the batteries in the
fire as they could explode or leak dangerous liquids.
Turning the appliance on
Plug the appliance into the mains. Press the ON/OFF button
(17) (when turned on, the air conditioner starts operating in
the same mode as when it was turned off).
Press the MODE button (18) to select the required mode:
COOLING
DEHUMIDIFYING
FAN ONLY
On the control panel, the light corresponding to the selected
mode comes on. For air conditioning/dehumidifying/fan only
settings and programming the timer, see page 17-18.
TIPS
To get the best from your air conditioner, follow these
recommendations:
• Close the windows and doors in the room tobe air
conditioned. The only exception is when the appliance is
installed through a hole in the wall. In this case, you are
recommended to leave a slight draught through a door
or window to guarantee correct ventilation (see Fig. I).
• Protect the room from direct exposure to the sun by
partially closing curtains and/orblinds to make the
appliance much more economical to run (see fig. J);
• Never rest objects of any kind on the airconditioner (see
fig. K);
• Never obstruct the air intake
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or outlet
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grilles;
• Make sure there are no heat sources in the room.
• Never use the appliance in very damp rooms (laundries
for example).
• Never use the appliance outdoors.
• Make sure the air conditioner is on a level floor.
CLEANING
Before cleaning or maintenance, turn the appliance
off by pressing the ON/OFF button (A) or in models
with remote control unit, by pressing the ON/OFF
button
(
17), then always unplug the appliance from
the mains socket.
Cleaning the cabinet
You should clean the appliance with a slightly damp cloth
then dry with a dry cloth. For safety reasons, never wash the
air conditioner with water.
Precautions
Never use petrol, alcohol or solvents to clean the appliance.
Never spray insecticide liquids or similar.
Cleaning the air filters
To keep your air conditioner working efficiently, you should
clean the dust filter every week of operation. The filter is
housed in the intake grille. To clean the filters, remove the
Operation/ Tips/ Cleaning
close doors and windows
close blinds or curtains
do not cover the
appliance
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