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- Page 1 Cover page WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER AWA Series Owner’s Manual Please read this owner’s manual carefully before operating the unit and keep it for future reference. For models: AWA5000MT AWA8000ET...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Operation Notices Explanation of Symbols Exception Clauses The Refrigerant Refrigerant Safety Precautions General Safety Precautions Instructions for Use Installation Parts Name Preparation for Installation Installation Procedure Instructions for fan direction adjusting Control Remote Control Mechanical Thermostat Electronic Thermostat Maintenance Cleaning and Maintenance Maintenance Security Precautions... -
Page 3: Explanation Of Symbols
Explanation of Symbols Indicates a risk of fire, caution. Indicates that before using the appliance, you must read the owner’s manual. Indicates that before installing the appliance, you must read the installation manual. Indicates that before repairing the appliance, you must read the service manual. Safety Warnings: Indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. -
Page 4: The Refrigerant
The Refrigerant To have a functional air conditioning unit, a special refrigerant circulates in the system. The used refrigerant is the fluoride R32, which is specially cleaned. The refrigerant is flammable and inodorous. Furthermore, it can lead to explosion under certain conditions. But the flammability of the refrigerant is very low. It can be ignited only by fire. -
Page 5: Refrigerant Safety Precautions
Refrigerant Safety Precaution Qualification requirement for installation and maintenance Everyone who is working with a refrigeration system should bear the valid certification awarded by the authorized organization and the qualification for dealing with the refrigeration system recognized by this industry. Installation reminders •... -
Page 6: General Safety Precautions
General Safety Precautions To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation may cause harm or damage. Plug in power plug properly. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or fire due to excess heat generation. - Page 7 General Safety Precautions Do not place obstacles around air-inlets or inside of air-outlets. It may cause failure of appliance or an accident. Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug. It may cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation.
- Page 8 General Safety Precautions The power supply cord with this air conditioner contains a current detection device designed to reduce the risk of fire. Please refer to the section “Instructions for use” for details. If the power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired. It must be replaced with a cord from the product manufacturer.
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Page 9: Instructions For Use
Instructions for Use Power supply The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord. To test your power supply cord, do the following: 1. Plug in the Air Conditioner. 2. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug head. Press the TEST button, you will notice a click as the RESET button pops up. - Page 10 Instructions for Use Wiring Security precautions You must follow the electric safety regulations when installing the unit. 2. According to the local safety regulations, use a qualified power supply circuit and air switch (thermal-magnetic breaker). Make sure the power supply matches with the requirement of air conditioner. Unstable power supply or incorrect wiring may result in electric shock, fire hazard or malfunction.
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Page 11: Parts Name
Parts Name NOTE: Panel outlook picture, just for reference, please take the real unit as standard. -
Page 12: Preparation For Installation
Preparation Before Installation Tools for installation 1. Philipps screwdriver 2. Screwdriver 3. Level bar 4. Scissors 5. Pencil 6. Measuring tape Products and spare parts list 1. Window type unit 2. Flexible screen 3. Sealing strip (with adhesive) 4. Sealing strip (without adhesive) 5. - Page 13 Preparation Before Installation Location How to install: • Choose a location where the are no obstacles surrounding the unit, and where the plug is easily accessible. • Choose the installation space according to Figure A. The distance of obstructions from the inside window unit should respect the dimensions indicated on Figure A.
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Page 14: Installation Procedure
Installation Procedure NOTE: Some models require installation of a top guide rail. If your model does, use 4 Type A screws to fix the upper rail at the outer case of air conditioner. NOTE: The top rail and the side panels are offset to provide the proper pitch to the rear of (5/16”). This is necessary for proper condensed water utilization and drainage. - Page 15 Installation Procedure Slide the panel all the way in and repeat on the other side. NOTE: Your air conditioner is designed to install in standard double hung windows with opening widths of 22” to 36” (Figure 4A, Figure 4B). Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear vertical opening of minimum 15 ½”.
- Page 16 Installation Procedure Step 3: Cut the sealing strip into proper length. Stick the sealing strip to the lower part of the window frame (see Figure 6). Figure 6 Step 4: Keep a firm grip on the air conditioner, carefully place the unit into the window opening so the bottom of the air conditioner frame is against the windowsill (Figure 7A and Figure 7B).
- Page 17 Installation Procedure Step 6: Place the frame lock between the frame extensions and the windowsill as shown (see Figure 9A for wooden windows or Figure 9B for Vinyl-Clad windows). Figure 9A Figure 9B Figure 7B Step 7: For wooden windows: Drive locking screws through the frame lock and into the windowsill (Figure 10A).
- Page 18 Installation Procedure Step 8: To secure lower sash in place, attach right angle sash lock with screw as shown (Figure 11). Figure 11 NOTE: It is difficult to lock the windows with the sash lock for Vinyl-Clad windows, so you can use window itself to lock.
- Page 19 Installation Procedure Step 11: Trim the weather seal with a proper length peel off the protective backing and plug any gaps if needed as shown Figure 14. Figure 14 Step 12: To get the maximum cooling efficiency, the air conditioner is designed to splash the condensate on the condenser coil.
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Page 20: Instructions For Fan Direction Adjusting
Installation Procedure Removing the air conditioner from window Turn the air conditioner off and disconnect power cord. Remove sash seal from between windows and unscrew sash lock. Remove screws installed through frame and frame lock. Close (slide) side panels into frame. Keeping a firm grip on air conditioner, raise sash and carefully remove. -
Page 21: Remote Control
Remote Control Operating your air conditioner properly helps you obtain the best possible results. This section explains proper air conditioner operation. IMPORTANT: • If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes before turning it back on. This prevents the air conditioner from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker. - Page 22 Remote Control While setting the timer, timer time will be displayed; after entering timer status, residual timer time will be displayed. Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature display can be switched. Under unit on status, hold on pressing or buttons simultaneously for 3s to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature display. Ambient temperature display range in Celsius is from 0C to 60C.
- Page 23 Remote Control During setting timer or after setting timer, press Timer button again to cancel timer and then timer indicator is off. Air Conditioner Remote Control Model 2 NOTE: This is a general use remote control. Some models do not have all the functions indicated by this manual.
- Page 24 Remote Control / BUTTON Pressing or button once will increase or decrease set temperature by 1°F (°C). Hold or button for 1s, set temperature on remote controller will change quickly. Release the button after your required set temperature is reached.
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Page 25: Mechanical Thermostat
Mechanical Thermostat NOTE: The controls featured in this manual are representative of many available models. Your model may offer slightly different features. Thermostat The thermostat is used to set the desired room temperature when the unit is being operated in “COOL MODE”. -
Page 26: Electronic Thermostat
Electronic Thermostat NOTE: Panel outlook picture, just for reference, please take the real unit as standard. NOTE: The controls featured in this manual are representative of many available models. Your model may offer slightly different features. 1. POWER BUTTON Press On/Off button to turn on or turn off the unit. NOTE: Press this button to turn on air conditioner, the unit will operate in ECO (Energy Saver) mode if COOL or ECO (Energy Saver) mode was the last selected;... - Page 27 Electronic Thermostat 4. FAN BUTTON This button is used for setting Fan Speed in the sequence that goes from high, medium, to low then back to AUTO. 5. FILTER RESET BUTTON After fan rotates for 250 hours, lamp of cleaning filter turns on to remind customer clean it. NOTE: When user cleaned the filter, press Filter check button to clear the operation time.
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Page 28: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintenance Please always wait 3 minutes when turning unit off and then on again, and when changing from cool to fan and back to cool. This prevents the compressor from overheating and possible circuit breaker tripping. Clean your air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking new. Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards. - Page 29 Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning the Front Panel NOTE: Do not remove the panel when cleaning it. Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power. Clean front panel with a soft dry or wet cloth. Air dry front panel completely. Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power. Repairing Paint Damage Check once or twice a year for paint damage.
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Page 30: Maintenance Security Precautions
Maintenance Security Precautions Check whether the maintenance area or the room area meets the requirement on the name plate. It’s only allowed to be operated in the rooms that meet the requirements on the name plate. Check whether the maintenance area is well-ventilated. The continuous ventilation status should be kept during the operation process. - Page 31 Maintenance Security Precautions Disposing and recycling of the unit Label: The unit shall be labeled with data and note after scrapping and discharging refrigerant. Make sure the label on the unit can reflect the R32 refrigerant which it has been filled. Recycle: It's recommended to remove the refrigerant from the system before maintenance and disposal.
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Page 32: Additional Information For Maintenance
Additional Information for Maintenance Area Check Prior to beginning work on systems containing FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANTS, safety checks are necessary to ensure that the risk of ignition is minimised. General Work Area • All maintenance staff and others working in the local area shall be instructed on the nature of the work being carried out. - Page 33 Additional Information for Maintenance Checks to the refrigeration equipment The following checks shall be applied to installations using FLAMMABLE REFRIGERANTS: ✓ The charge size is in accordance with the room size within which the refrigerant containing parts are installed. ✓ The ventilation machinery and outlets are operating adequately and are not obstructed.
- Page 34 Additional Information for Maintenance Repair to intrinsically safe components Do not apply any permanent inductive or capacitance loads to the circuit without ensuring that this will not exceed the permissible voltage and current permitted for the equipment in use. Intrinsically safe components are the only types that can be worked on while live in the presence of a flammable atmosphere.
- Page 35 Additional Information for Maintenance Removal and evacuation When breaking into the refrigerant circuit to make repairs or for any other purpose, conventional procedures shall be used. However, for flammable refrigerants it is important that the best practice is. Opening of the refrigeration systems shall not be done by brazing. The following procedure shall be adhered Remove refrigerant.
- Page 36 Additional Information for Maintenance Decommissioning Before carrying out this procedure, it is essential that the technician is completely familiar with the equipment and all its detail. It is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are recovered safely. Prior to the task being carried out, an oil and refrigerant sample shall be taken in case analysis is required prior to re-use of reclaimed refrigerant.
- Page 37 Additional Information for Maintenance Recovery • When removing refrigerant from a system, either for servicing or decommissioning, it is recommended good practice that all refrigerants are removed safely. • When transferring refrigerant into cylinders, ensure that only appropriate refrigerant recovery cylinders are employed.
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Page 38: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting You can solve many common air conditioner problems easily, saving you the cost of a service call. Try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without needing to use outside help. Issue Possible Causes Solution The power supply cord is unplugged. - Page 39 Troubleshooting Issue Possible Causes Solution Use Power Saver only when you are away from home or asleep, since the fan does The Mode is set to Power Saver (on some not circulate the room air continuously. models). Use Low, High or Turbo for your best comfort.
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Page 40: Assistance
Assistance Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete model and serial number of your appliance. This information will help us to better respond to your request.