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cleaning and maintaining
cleaning and maintaining the
air conditioner
Make sure the power is turned off and unplugged from the wall socket when cleaning the air
conditioner.
If system contains 3 kg or more of fluorinated greenhouse gases. In this case, it has to be checked for
leakage at least once every 12 months, according to regulation n°842/2006. This activity has to be covered
by qualified personnel only.
In the case above, a maintenance book has to be available for each unit installed.
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
1.
Wipe the surface of the unit with a slightly wet or dry
cloth when needed.
Do not use Benzene, Thinner or Clorox
TM
.
They may damage the surface of the air conditioner
and can create a risk of fire.
CLEANING THE FILTER
When cleaning the filter, make sure to unplug the power from the unit. No special tools are needed to clean it.
Air filter
Washable foam based air filter captures large particles from the air. The filter is cleaned with a
vacuum or by hand washing.
1.
Open the front panel.
Tightly grab front side of the front panel and lift up the panel to open. Then slightly push the
panel up until the panel is hanged over the hooks of the unit.
2.
Grab the handle and lift it up. Then, pull the Air filter towards you and slide it down.
3.
Clean the Air filter with a vacuum cleaner or soft brush. If dust is too heavy, then rinse it with
running water and dry it in a ventilated area.
•
For the best conditions, repeat every two weeks.
•
If the Air filter dries in a confined(or humid) area, odors may generate. If it occurs,
re-clean and dry it in a well-ventilated area.
4.
Insert the Air filter back in its original position.
5.
Close the front panel.
CAUTION
Air filter
CAUTION
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