General Information; System Description - Carrier 42HQM Owner's Manual

42HQM

General information

Unit operation and maintenance
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before using the
unit.
• This unit complies with low-voltage (EEC/73/23) and
electromagnetic compatibility (EEC/89/336) directives.
• Check that the electrical mains supply has been connected to
the outdoor unit.
• Check that voltage and frequency of the mains power supply are
those required for the unit; power available must be adequate to
operate any other possible appliances connected to the same
line.
• Keep all operation and maintenance manuals carefully and
deliver them to the next owner when the unit is passed on.
• Check that all current national safety code requirements have
been followed for the installation.
In particular ensure that a properly sized and connected
ground wire is in place.
• Use the unit only for factory approved applications: the unit
cannot be used in laundry premises.
• Do not use damaged equipment. In case of a malfunction turn
the unit off and disconnect the mains supply.
• Disconnect the electrical mains supply prior to any maintenance
operations or prior to handling any indoor unit parts.
• The manufacturer declines any liability for damage resulting from
modifications or errors in the electrical or refrigerant connections,
made during the installation, or from the improper use of this
equipment.
This will void the unit warranty immediately.
• Failure to observe electrical safety codes may cause a fire
hazard in case of short circuits.
• This unit will only work safely and correctly, if installed and tested
by qualified personnel.
• Do not open the electronic remote controller to avoid possible
damage.
In case of a malfunction contact a qualified service engineer.
System
description
GB - 2
• This unit contains rotating parts (fan).
Ensure that this is out of reach for children.
• Be conscious of the room temperature and general comfort,
particularly when this unit is used near children, senior or
handicapped people.
• For correct use, the air conditioner must operate within the
temperature limits indicated in the table "Operating limits"
included in the outdoor unit installation manual.
Incorrect use of the unit outside these limits results in
malfunction or water dripping from the unit.
• Inspect equipment for damage due to improper transportation or
handling: In case of damage file an immediate claim with the
shipping company.
• Maintenance of the refrigerant circuit must only be carried out by
qualified personnel.
• All of the manufacturing and packaging materials used for
your new appliance are compatible with the environment
and can be recycled.
• Dispose of the packaging material in accordance with local
requirements.
• This equipment contains refrigerant that must be disposed of in
the proper manner. When disposing of the unit after its
operational life, remove it carefully.
The unit must then be delivered to an appropriate disposal
centre or to the original equipment dealer, for proper environ-
mentally-friendly disposal.
• Remote control batteries contain polluting elements.
When exhausted, they must be disposed of in accordance with
local requirements.
WARNING:
Do not switch off the split system by disconnecting the
electric power supply.
The unit must always be switched off using the remote
control.
A. Outdoor unit 5. Indicators of
B. Indoor unit unit operating
status
1. Automatic 6. Receiver of
swinging signals from
louvre remote control
2. Air return 7. Unit nameplate
3. Air filters 8. Interconnecting
4. Air outlet tubing
9. Condensate
drain