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COMFORT-AIRE FCA18 series Owner's And Installer's Manual

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UNIVERSAL MOUNTED FAN COIL UNIT
FCA18 SERIES
OWNER'S AND INSTALLATION MANUAL
Version
20111202BL

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  • Page 1 UNIVERSAL MOUNTED FAN COIL UNIT FCA18 SERIES OWNER’S AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Version 20111202BL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    INDEX PAGE INTRODUCTION OF FCA18 SERIES REFERENCE CARD READING INSTRUCTION INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES PROVIDED INSTALLATION REQUIRED TOOLS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS OPERATION PRECAUTIONS INSTALLATION START-UP AND SERVICE 9-14 INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS INSTALLATION INITIAL CHECK SELECTION OF INSTALLATION LOCATION MOUNTING 10-11 CONDENSATE DRAIN...
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION OF FCA18 SERIES FLOOR / CEILING SUSPENDED DUAL TYPE FLEXIBLE TWO-WAY INSTALLATION The rounded design of the FCA18 unit allows either under ceiling or floor-level installation. Under ceiling installation frees up wall and floor space, while floor-level installation helps prevent the loss of warm air.

  • Page 4: Reference Card

    REFERENCE CARD Write the model and serial numbers here which you can find them on a label on the side of each unit: Model Number: _______________________________ Serial Number: _______________________________ Dealer’s Name: _______________________________ Dealer’s Tel: _______________________________ Date Purchased: _______________________________  Staple your receipt to this page in the event you need it to prove date of purchase or for warranty issues.

  • Page 5: Installation Accessories Provided

    READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to install and use your air conditioner properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your air conditioner. You will find many answers to common problems in the troubleshooting table.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before operating, please read the following “Safety Precautions” carefully.  To prevent personal injury, injury to others and property damage, the following instructions must be followed.  Incorrect operation due to failure to follow instructions will cause harm or damage, the seriousness of which is classified as follow: Warning This sign indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.

  • Page 7: Installation Precautions

    INSTALLATION PRECAUTIONS Warning  Do not install, remove and reinstall the unit by yourself. Improper installation will cause leakage, electric shock or fire. Please engage an authorized Dealer or specialist for the installation work. Caution  This room air conditioner must be earthed. Improper grounding could cause electric shock.
  • Page 8  Use specified power cord.  If abnormal condition (burnt smell, etc) occurs, switch off the power supply. Caution  Do not wash the unit with water.  Do not put a vase or glass on the indoor unit.  Do not use for other purpose such as preservation. ...

  • Page 9: Installation Initial Check

    INSTALLATION, START-UP AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FCA18 INDOOR UNIT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 1. Installation and servicing of air conditioning equipment can be hazardous due to system pressure and electrical components. Only trained and qualified personnel should service equipment. 2. When working on air conditioning equipment observe precautions in the literature and labels attached to the unit and other safety precautions that may apply.

  • Page 10: Mounting

    10. Pay attention to the following points when the unit is installed in a hospital or other facilities where electromagnetic radiation is radiated from equipment. a. Do not install the unit where the electromagnetic waves are directly radiated at the electrical box, remote control cable or remote control switch.

  • Page 11: Mounting

    Fig. 2 3. Fasten the bracket-hangers in Fig. 3 to the mounting bolts with washers and nuts, as shown in Fig.4. Fig. 3 Fig. 4 4. Remove unit from carton and carefully place the unit mounting bolts into the bracket- hangers slot and after all the four bolts are in the slots, push the unit backward slowly.
  • Page 12 CONDENSATE DRAIN 1. Be sure the unit is reasonably level and pitched toward the drain to ensure proper drainage. 2. Connect the condensate drain pipe to the coupling, see Fig.5. 3. The indoor unit uses gravity to drain; therefore the piping outside the unit should slope downward.
  • Page 13 IMPORTANT A. Be sure to apply a sealing cap or waterproof tape to prevent dust or water from getting into the tubes before they are used. B. Be sure to apply refrigerant lubricant to the matching surfaces of the flare and union before connecting them together.
  • Page 14 6. Permissible piping for recommended combinations. 6.1. Limit the number of bends in piping to less than 3. Table 1 – Total run and suction lift table 6.2. Table 1 Model FCA18-XW Max length (ft/m) 33/10 Max height (ft/m) 16/5 6.3.
  • Page 15 This page has been inserted to provide additional wiring information - Aitons' APPENDIX II: CONNECTING INDOOR & OUTDOOR UNITS DEMONSTRATION SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS 1. Installation and servicing of air conditioning equipment can be hazardous due to system pressure and electrical components. Only trained and qualified personnel should service equipment. 2.
  • Page 16 REMOTE CONTROL HANDSET SETTING TEMPERATURE MODE button buttons POWER button SWING button AIR FLOW FAN SPEED button button SLEEP button TIMER button HOLD button TURBO button CLEAN button LAMP button Note: The LAMP and CLEAN functions are applicable for select models only.
  • Page 17 REMOTE CONTROL HANDSET 1. TRANSMISSION SOURCE Infrared transmission source. 2. POWER BUTTON Press to turn the air conditioner ON or OFF. 3. MODE BUTTON Press to select desired operation modes in the order: auto  cooling  dehumidifying  heating  fan  auto. 4.
  • Page 18 6. SWING BUTTON Press the swing button to evenly distribute air in the room or to adjust the louver to preferred opening. 7. AIRFLOW BUTTON Press to select swing in left/right direction. The airflow mode sequence is swingstopswing. 8. TIMER BUTTON The timer function is not activated in the default mode.
  • Page 19 WIRED WALLPAD (OPTIONAL)
  • Page 20 WIRED WALLPAD (OPTIONAL) SCREEN DISPLAYS AND FUNCTION BUTTONS 1 Cooling mode display 2 Defrost mode display 3 Lock mode display 4 Timer display 5 Timer mode display 6 Fan mode display 7 Dehumidifying mode display 8 Room temperature display 9 Sleeping mode display 10 Heating mode display (not available) 11 High fan speed display 12 Medium fan speed display...
  • Page 21 LEDS There are 3 LED lights labeled as Power, Timer, Sleep, and 1 LED display screen shows the temperature and the set time. The indications of the LEDs are stated below: 1. Power LED: Will turn on when the unit is ON. The light will flash when the system detects the errors: Malfunctions Error code...
  • Page 22 MAINTENANCE I. Before performing any maintenance procedures 1. Unplug the air conditioner power supply. 2. Do not wash the air conditioner with water 3. Never use any of the following:  Water above 104°F/40°C: as it could cause deformation and/or discoloration to the unit. ...
  • Page 23 FILTER REMOVAL FOR CLEANING Hold the Tab bar and pull slightly to remove the filter for cleaning. OPERATIONAL TIPS 1. Do not overcool the room. This is not good for your health and will waste electricity. 2. Do not block the air intake and outlet vents. This causes lower performance and irregular operation.

  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CHECKLIST REMEDY LIST 1. Nothing works Power supply to unit Reset circuit breaker or change fuse PCB fuse Change fuse Interconnecting Look for break in cable or loose wiring connection PCB varistor Replace PCB Transformer Replace PCB 2. Power on but system will not Reset control switch Reset function...