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40MPHB: Owner's Manual
CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND
TROUBLESHOOTING (18K)
CAUTION
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in personal injury or death.
Always turn off power to the system before performing any cleaning
or maintenance to the system. Turn off the outdoor disconnect switch
located near outdoor unit.
Be sure to disconnect the indoor unit if on a separate switch.
CAUTION
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE/OPERATION HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in equipment damage or
improper unit operation.
Operating the system with dirty air filters may damage the indoor
unit and could cause reduced cooling performance, intermittent
system operation, frost build-up on indoor coil or blown fuses.
Periodic Maintenance
Periodic maintenance is recommended to ensure proper operation of the unit.
Recommended maintenance intervals may vary depending on the installation
environment, e.g., dusty zones, etc. Refer to Table 1 on page 14.
CAUTION
CUT HAZARD
Failure to follow this caution may result in personal injury. The coil
fins are very sharp. Use caution when cleaning.
Cleaning the Coil
Clean the coil at the beginning of each cooling season, or when necessary.
Use a vacuum cleaner or a long-bristle brush to avoid damage to the coil
fins.
Manufacturer reserves the right to change, at any time, specifications and designs without notice and without obligations.
Cleaning Air Filters (9K-12K)
Remove and clean the air filters once a month. A clogged air conditioner
can reduce the cooling efficiency of your unit, and can also be bad for
your health.
NOTE: If air filters show signs of excessive wear or are torn, they
must be replaced. Contact your local dealer for replacement
filters.
1. Lift the front panel of the indoor unit.
2. Press the tab on the end of filter to loosen the buckle, lift it up, then
pull it towards you.
3. Pull the filter out.
4. If your filter has a small air freshening filter, un-clip it from the
larger filter. Clean the 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.
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.
larger filter
Fig. 17 — Clean the filter
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Filter Tab
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