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OWNER’S MANUAL Split Air Conditioner IVIH121A / OVIH121A IVIH241A / OVIH241A IVIH361A / OVIH361A Thank you for choosing our product. CONFORMS TO For proper operation, please read and keep this manual carefully. UL STD. 1995 CERTIFIED TO If you have lost the Owner’s Manual, please visit: www.mirageappliances.us CSA STD.
Table of Contents Owner’s/Installation manual Precautions................... Unit Specifications and Features..........Manual Operation (Without Remote).......... Care and Maintenance..............Troubleshooting................Remote Controller Specifications..........Operation of buttons............... Indicators on LCD................How to use the buttons..............Auto operation................Dehumidifying operation..............Timer operation................Handling the remote controller............Installation..................
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Outdoor Unit Installation............. Installation Instructions -Outdoor Unit Step 1: Select installation location........Step 2: Install drain joint............Step 3: Anchor outdoor unit..........Step 4: Connect signal and power cables......Refrigerant Piping Connection........... Connecting the refrigerant pipe to outdoor......Electrical and Gas Leak Checks..........Test Run..................
Precautions Read Safety Precautions Before Installation Incorrect installation due to ignoring instructions can cause serious damage or injury. The seriousness of potential damage or injuries is classified as either a WARNING or CAUTION. This symbol indicates that ignoring instructions may cause death or serious injury.
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ELECTRICAL WARNINGS • Only use the specified power cord. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manu- facturer or certified service agent. • Keep power plug clean. Remove any dust or grime that accumulates on or around the plug. Dirty plugs can cause fire or electric shock.
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Achieving Optimal Performance Optimal performance for the COOL, HEAT, and DRY modes can be achieved in the following temperature ranges. When your air conditioner is used outside of these ranges, certain safety protection features will activate and cause the unit to perform less than optimally. Inverter Split Type FOR OUTDOOR UNITS WITH AUXILIARY...
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Other Features • Auto-Restart • Louver Angle Memory (some units) When If the unit loses power, it will automatically turning on your unit, the louver will automatically restart with the prior settings once power has resume its former angle. been restored. •...
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Setting Angle of Air Flow Setting Angle of Air Flow While the unit is on, use the SWING/DIRECT button to set the direction (vertical angle) of airflow. 1. Press the SWING/DIRECT button once to activate the louver. Each time you press the button, it will adjust the louver by 6°.
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Sleep Operation The SLEEP function is used to decrease energy use while you sleep (and don’t need the same temperature settings to stay comfortable). This function can only be activated via remote control. Press the SLEEP button when you are ready to go to sleep.
Manual Operation (Without Remote) How to operate your unit without the remote CAUTION control In the event that your remote control fails to The manual button is intended for test- work, your unit can be operated manually with ing purposes and emergency operation the MANUAL CONTROL button located on the only.
Care and Maintenance 6. Rinse the filter with fresh water, then shake off excess water. 7. Dry it in a cool, dry place, and refrain from Cleaning Your Indoor Unit exposing it to direct sunlight. 8. When dry, re-clip the air freshening filter to the BEFORE CLEANING OR larger filter, then slide it back into the indoor unit.
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Maintenance – CAUTION Long Periods of Non-Use If you plan not to use your air conditioner for an • Before changing the filter or cleaning, turn off extended period of time, do the following: the unit and disconnect its power supply. •...
Troubleshooting SAFETY PRECAUTIONS If ANY of the following conditions occurs, turn off your unit immediately! • The power cord is damaged or abnormally warm • You smell a burning odor • The unit emits loud or abnormal sounds • A power fuse blows or the circuit breaker frequently trips •...
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NOTE: If problem persists, contact a local dealer or your nearest customer service center. Provide them with a detailed description of the unit malfunction as well as your model number.
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Troubleshooting When troubles occur, please check the following points before contacting a repair company.
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NOTE: If your problem persists after performing the checks and diagnostics above, turn off your unit immediately and contact an authorized service center.
Remote Controller Specifications Rated Voltage: 3.0V (Dry batteries) R03/LR03x2 Signal Recieving Range: 8m Environment: 23°F ~ 140°F NOTE: • Buttons design is based on typical model and might be slightly different from the actual one you purchased, the actual shape shall prevail. ON/O FF SILENCE •...
Operation of buttons ON/OFF Button This button turns the air conditioner ON and OFF. MODE Button Press this button to modify the air conditioner mode in a sequence of following: NOTE:Please do not select HEAT mode if the machine you purchased is cooling only type. Heat mode is not supported by the cooling only appli- ance.
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Operation of buttons TURBO Button Active/Disable Turbo function. Turbo function enables the unit to reach the preset temperature at cooling or heating operation in the shortest time(if the indoor unit does not support this function, there is no corresponding operation happening when pressing this button.) UP Button ( Push this button to increase the indoor tempera-...
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Operation of buttons TIMER OFF Button Press this button to initiate the auto-off time sequence. Each press will increase the auto -timed setting in 30 minutes increments. When the setting time displays 10.0, each press will increase the auto-timed setting in 60 minutes increments.
Indicators on LCD Information are displayed when the remote controller is powered up. Mode display Fan Speed Indication Note: All indicators shown in the figure are for the purpose of clear presentation. But during the actual operation only the relative functional signs are shown on the display window.
How to use the buttons Auto operation Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available. The OPERATION indicator on the display panel of the indoor unit starts flashing. 1. Press the MODE button to select Auto. 2. Press the UP/DOWN button to set the desired temperature.
How to use the buttons Dehumidifying operation Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is avail- able. The OPERATION indicator on the display panel of the indoor unit starts flashing. 1. Press the MODE button to select DRY mode. 2.
Timer operation Press the TIMER ON button can set the auto-on time of the unit. Press the TIMER OFF button can set the auto-off time of the unit. To set the Auto-on time. 1. Press the TIMER ON button. The remote controller shows TIMER ON, the last Auto-on setting time and the signal “H”...
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CAUTION When you select the timer operation, the remote controller automatically transmits the timer signal to the indoor unit for the specified time. Therefore, keep the remote controller in a location where it can transmit the signal to the indoor unit properly. The effective operation time set by the remote controller for the timer function is limited to the following settings: 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0, 5.5, 6.0, 6.5, 7.0, 7.5, 8.0, 8.5, 9.0, 9.5, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15,16,17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23 and 24.
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TIMER OFF (Auto-off Operation) The TIMER OFF feature is useful when you want the unit to turn off automatically after you go to bed. The air conditioner will stop automatically at the set time. Example: To stop the air conditioner in 10 hours. 1.
TIMER ON → TIMER OFF (Off → Start → Stop operation) This feature is useful when you want to start the air conditioner before you wake up and stop it after you leave the house. Example: To start the air conditioner 2 hours after setting, and stop it 5 hours after setting.
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Using the remote controller holder (optional) The remote controller can be attached to a wall or pillar by using a remote controller holder(not supplied, purchased separately). Before installing the remote controller, check that the air conditioner receives the signals properly. Install the remote controller with two screws.
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NOTE: The device could comply with the local national regulations. In Canada, it should comply with CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B). In USA, this device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including inter- ference that may cause undesired operation.
INSTALLATION MANUAL Safety Precautions Read Safety Precautions Before Installation Incorrect installation due to ignoring instructions can cause serious damage or injury. The seriousness of potential damage or injuries is classified as either a WARNING or CAUTION. This symbol indicates that ignoring instructions may cause death or serious injury.
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WARNING 6. For all electrical work, follow all local and national wiring standards, regulations, and the Installation Manual. You must use an independent circuit and single outlet to supply power. Do not connect other appliances to the same outlet. Insufficient electrical capacity or defects in electrical work can cause electrical shock or fire.
Accessories The air conditioning system comes with the following accessories. Use all of the installation parts and accessories to install the air conditioner. Improper installation may result in water leakage, electrical shock and fire, or cause the equipment to fail. (used to install on the back of air filter) (for cooling and heating models only) Quick connecting...
Unit Parts Fig. 3.1 NOTE ON ILLUSTRATIONS Illustrations in this manual are for explanatory purposes. The actual shape of your indoor unit may be slightly different. The actual shape shall prevail.
Indoor Unit Installation Installation Instructions - Indoor Unit DO NOT install unit in the following locations: Near any source of heat, steam, or PRIOR TO INSTALLATION combustible gas Before installing the indoor unit, refer to the label Near fammable items such as on the product box to make sure that the model curtains or clothing number of the indoor unit matches the model...
Refer to the following diagram to ensure proper distance from walls and ceiling: Fig. 4.1 Step 2: Attach mounting plate to wall Step 3: Drill wall hole for connective piping The mounting plate is the device on which you You must drill a hole in the wall for refrigerant pip- will mount the indoor unit.
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Fig. 4.2 MOUNTING PLATE DIMENSIONS Different models have different mounting plates. In order to ensure that you have ample room to mount the indoor unit, the diagrams to the right show different types of mounting plates along with the following dimensions: •...
Step 4: Prepare refrigerant piping - Please make sure that refrigerant is never The refrigerant piping is inside an insulating allowed to enter the environment. Improper sleeve attached to the back of the unit. You must handling of refrigerant may be harmful to health. prepare the piping before passing it through the Always wear work gloves and goggles when hole in the wall.
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4.3 Connecting the refrigerant pipes to indoor unit 1. Do not remove the plastic seals from the in- door equipment and the appropriate refrigerant pipe until immediately before you connect them. 2. Align the refrigerant pipes correctly, make sure the dimensions of the connecting refrigerant pipe are the same.
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9. Then wrap up the connectors with the black 6. After finishing connecting the couple of the insulation material, for the top exposed part, use quick connectors, pass drain hose and refrigerant the white insulation material (supplied in Acces- pipes through the wall hole as shown in Fig.4.10. sories box) to wrap it up completely as shown in Fig.4.13.
Step 5: Connect drain hose PLUG THE UNUSED DRAIN HOLE By default, the drain hose is attached to the left- To prevent unwanted leaks you must plug the hand side of unit (when you’re facing the back of unused drain hole with the rubber plug provided. the unit).
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BEFORE PERFORMING ELECTRICAL WORK, READ THESE REGULATIONS 1. All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes, and must be installed by a licensed electrician. 2. All electrical connections must be made according to the Electrical Connection Diagram located on the panels of the indoor and outdoor units.
Step 6: Connect signal and power cables TAKE NOTE OF FUSE SPECIFICATIONS The air conditioner’s circuit board (PCB) is The signal cable enables communication designed with a fuse to provide overcurrent between the indoor and outdoor units. You must protection. The specifications of the fuse are first choose the right cable size before preparing printed on the circuit board, such as: it for connection.
6. Feed the signal wire through this slot, from the DO NOT INTERTWINE SIGNAL CABLE back of the unit to the front. WITH OTHER WIRES 7. Facing the front of the unit, match the wire col- While bundling these items together, do not ors with the labels on the terminal block, connect intertwine or cross the signal cable with any the u-lug and and firmly screw each wire to its...
Outdoor Unit Installation Installation Instructions -Outdoor Unit Step 1: Select installation location Before installing the outdoor unit, you must choose an appropriate location. The following are standards that will help you choose an appropriate location for the unit. Proper installation locations meet the following standards: Meets all spatial requirements shown in Installation Space Requirements (Fig.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS FOR EXTREME If the drain joint comes with a rubber seal WEATHER (see Fig. 5.4 - A), do the following: If the unit is exposed to heavy wind: 1. Fit the rubber seal on the end of the drain joint Install unit so that air outlet fan is at a 90°...
Step 3: Anchor outdoor unit The outdoor unit can be anchored to the ground or to a wall-mounted bracket. Air inle t UNIT MOUNTING DIMENSIONS Air inle t The following is a list of different outdoor unit sizes and the distance between their mounting Air outlet feet.
If you will install the unit on a wall-mounted BEFORE PERFORMING bracket, do the following: ELECTRICAL WORK, READ THESE REGULATIONS CAUTION 1. All wiring must comply with local and nation- Before installing a wall-mounted unit, make sure al electrical codes, and must be installed by a that the wall is made of solid brick,concrete, or of licensed electrician.
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WARNING PAY ATTENTION TO LIVE WIRE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY ELECTRICAL OR While crimping wires, make sure you clearly dis- WIRING WORK, TURN OFF THE MAIN POWER tinguish the Live (“L”) Wire from other wires. TO THE SYSTEM. WARNING 1. Prepare the cable for connection: ALL WIRING MUST PERFORMED STRICTLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WIRING DIAGRAM LOCATED INSIDE THE OUTDOOR UNIT’S...
Refrigerant Piping Connection. Connecting the refrigerant pipe to outdoor 3. Align the refrigerant pipes correctly so unit that they line up with the valves and are not CAUTION: For your safety, always wear goggles stressed. Place the screw connector on the refrig- and work gloves when connecting the pipes.
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Electrical and Gas Leak Checks Electrical Safety Checks WARNING After installation, confirm that all electrical wiring RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK is installed in accordance with local and nation- al regulations, and according to the Installation ALL WIRING MUST COMPLY WITH Manual.
Test Run BEFORE TEST RUN Only perform test run after you have completed the following steps: • Electrical Safety Checks - Confirm that the unit’s electrical system is safe and operating properly. • Gas Leak Checks - Check all fare nut connections and confirm that the sys- tem is not leaking.
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DOUBLE-CHECK PIPE CONNECTIONS During operation, the pressure of the refrigerant circuit will increase. This may reveal leaks that were not present during your initial leak check. Take time during the Test Run to double-check that all refrigerant pipe connection points do not have leaks.
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