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CAUTION
Before changing the filter or cleaning,
turn off the unit and disconnect its power
supply.
When removing flter, do not touch metal
parts in the unit. The sharp metal edges
can cut you.
Do not use water to clean the inside of the
indoor unit. This can destroy insulation and
cause electrical shock.
Do not expose flter to direct sunlight when
drying. This can shrink the filter.
CAUTION
Any maintenance and cleaning of outdoor
unit should be performed by an authorized
dealer or licensed service provider.
Any unit repairs should be performed
by authorized dealer or licensed service
provider.
Maintenance -
Long Periods of Non-Use
If you plan not to use your air conditioner for an
extended period of time, do the following:
Clean all filters
Turn on FAN function
to dry unit
Turn off the unit and
disconnect the power
Remove batteries
from remote control
Maintenance -
Pre-Season Inspection
After long periods of non-use, or before periods
of frequent use, do the following:
Check for damaged wires
Clean all filters
Check for leaks
Replace batteries
Make sure nothing is blocking all air inlets and outlets
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Cleaning Your Indoor Unit
BEFORE CLEANING OR
MAINTENANCE
ALWAYS TURN OFF YOUR AIR CONDITIONING
SYSTEM AND DISCONNECT ITS POWER SUPPLY
BEFORE CLEANING OR MAINTENANCE.
CAUTION
Only use a soft, dry cloth to wipe the unit clean.
If the unit is especially dirty, you can use a cloth
soaked in warm water to wipe it clean.
Do not
use chemicals or chemically treated
cloths to clean the unit
Do not
use benzene, paint thinner,
polishing powder or other solvents to clean
the unit. They can cause the plastic surface
to crack or deform.
Do not
o
o
use water hotter than 40 C (104 F)
to clean the front panel. This can cause the
panel to deform or become discolored.
Cleaning Your Air Filter
A clogged air conditioner can reduce the cooling
effciency of your unit, and can also be bad for
your health. Make sure to clean the filter once
every two weeks.
1. Lift the front panel of the indoor unit.
2. Grip the tab on the end of the filter, push it
up slightly, then pull it a little towards yourself.
3. Now pull down to extract the filter.
4. If your filter has a small air freshening filter,
unclip it from the larger filter. Clean this air
freshening filter with a hand-held vacuum.
5. Clean the large air filter with warm, soapy
water. Be sure to use a mild detergent.
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6. Rinse the filter with fresh water, then shake
off excess water.
7. Dry it in a cool, dry place, and refrain from
exposing it to direct sunlight.
8. When dry, re-clip the air freshening filter to
the larger filter, then slide it back into the
indoor unit.
9. Close the front panel of the indoor unit.
CAUTION
Do not touch air freshening (Plasma) filter for
at least 10 minutes after turning off the unit.
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Fig. 6.1
Filter Tabs
R
emove air freshening filter from
Back of larger filter (some units)
