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Features of your new air conditioner Cool Summer Offer On those hot sweltering summer days and long restless nights, there is no better escape from the heat than the cool comforts of home. Your new air conditioner brings an end to exhausting hot summer days and lets you rest.
If you have any questions, call your nearest contact center or find help and information online at www.samsung.com. Important safety symbols and precautions: Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe WARNING personal injury or death.
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Do not install this appliance near a heater, inflammable material. Do not install this appliance in a humid, oily or dusty location, in a location exposed to direct sunlight and water (rain drops). Do not install this appliance in a location where gas may leak. ...
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Safety precautions FOR POWER SUPPLY CAUTION When not using the air conditioner for a long period of time or during a thunder/lightning storm, cut the power at the circuit breaker. Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. WARNING FOR USING If the appliance is flooded, please contact your nearest service center.
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Do not touch the air flow blade with your hands or fingers during the heating operation. This may result in electric shock or burns. Do not insert your fingers or foreign substances into the air inlet/outlet of the air conditioner. ...
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Safety precautions CAUTION FOR USING Do not place objects or devices under the indoor unit. Water dripping from the indoor unit may result in fire or property damage. (example electrical appliances) Check that the installation frame of the outdoor unit is not broken at least once a year.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
Checking before use Operation ranges The table below indicates the temperature and humidity ranges the air conditioner can be operated within. Refer to the table for efficient use. Mode Indoor temperature Outdoor temperature Indoor humidity Cooling 16˚C~32˚C 15˚C~52˚C Relative humidity 80% or less Heating 27˚C or less -5˚C ~ 24˚C...
Checking the name of the parts Your air conditioner may slightly look different from illustration shown below depending on your model. Main parts Room temperature sensor Air intake Air filter (under the panel) Air fl ow blade (up and down) Air fl ow blade Blade pin lever (left and right)
Checking the remote controller • Point the remote controller towards the remote controller receiver of the indoor unit. • W hen you properly press the button on the remote controller, you will hear beep sound from the indoor unit and a transmit indicator( ) appears on the remote controller display. Remote controller buttons Remote controller display Power Turn on/off the air conditioner. Virus Doctor Mode (Has no this funtion.) Set one of the 5 operating modes (see pages 14~15 for instructions).
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Remote controller display Quiet indicator Operation mode indicator Turbo indicator Low battery indicator Virus Doctor indicator Smart Saver indicator Transmit indicator d'light Cool indicator Air swing indicator F indicator Fan speed indicator Set temperature indicator Auto (Turbo) On Timer indicator Off Timer indicator Medium indicador...
Basic function Basic operation is an operation mode that can be selected by pressing the Mode button. Auto In Auto mode, the air conditioner will automatically set the temperature and fan speed depending on the room temperature detected by the room temperature. Cool In Cool mode, the air conditioner will cool your room.
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Press the button to turn on the air conditioner. Press the button to set the operating mode. • Each time you press the Mode button, the mode will change in order of Auto, Cool, Dry, Fan and Heat. Press the button to set the desired fan speed. Auto (Auto) Cool...
Adjusting the air flow direction Air flow can be directed to your desired position. Vertical air flow Air flow blades move up and down. Press the Air swing button on the remote controller. A ir swing indicator will be on and air flow blades move up and down continuously to f f circulate the air.
using the Smart Saver function This function will set the temperature range limit to help you save energy while the air conditioner is operating in Cool mode. Press the Smart Saver button on the remote controller while the air conditioner is operating in Cool mode.
using the Quiet function Press the Quiet button while the air conditioner is operating in Cool/Heat mode, Fan speed is set to Auto. Cancel Press the Queit button once again. • Press the Quiet button once again,Fan speed remain Auto speed. • The air conditioner has no Quiet function . Using the Auto Clean function Auto clean function will prevent from growing mold by eliminating the moisture inside of the indoor unit. Your indoor unit evaporates the moisture inside of the unit.
mode For a comfortable sleep, the air conditioner will operate it Fall asleep Sound sleep Wake up from mode. When the air conditioner is on and in cool/heat mode 1. Press the button on the remote controller. indicator appears and Off timer indicator starts blinking on the remote f ...
Setting the On/Off timer You can set the air conditioner to turn on/off automatically at desired time. Setting On timer while the air conditioner is off / Off timer while the air conditioner is on 1. Press the On Timer/Off Timer button. Setting On timer On/Off timer indicator will blink on the remote controller display.
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Combining On Timer and Off Timer If the air conditioner is on If the air conditioner is off Preset time on On timer is longer than Off timer Preset time on On timer is shorter than Off timer Ex) On timer : 3 hours, Off timer : 1 hour Ex) On timer : 3 hours, Off timer : 5 hours - The air conditioner will operate the Off timer after - The air conditioner will operate On timer after 3 hours...
Cleaning the air conditioner • Make sure to turn off the power of the indoor unit and cut-off the power supply before cleaning the air conditioner. CAUTION Cleaning the indoor unit f Wipe the surface of the unit with a slightly damp micro fiber cloth when needed .
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Removing the Air filter Grab the handle and lift it up. Then, pull the Air filter towards you and slide it down. Air filter Cleaning the air filter Washable foam based air filter captures large particles from the air. The filter is cleaned with a vacuum or by hand washing. Open the panel and put the Air filter out.
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Cleaning the air conditioner Bio filter Washable foam based Bio filter leads to reduction in allergens that thrive in polluted air. The filter is cleaned with a vacuum or by hand washing. 1. Open the front panel. Tightly grab front side of the front panel and lift up the panel to open. Then slightly push the panel up until the panel is hanged over the hooks of the unit.
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Deodorizing filter Deodorizing filter absorbs efficiently cigarette smoke, pet odors and other unpleasant smells. Deodorizing filter cleaning is simple, just remove old filter and install a new one. 1. Open the front panel. Tightly grab front side of the front panel and lift up the panel to open. Then slightly push the panel up until the panel is hanged over the hooks of the unit.
Maintaining the air conditioner If the air conditioner will not be used for an extended period of time, dry the air conditioner to maintain it in best condition. 1. Dry the air conditioner thoroughly by operating in Fan mode for 3 to 4 hours and cut-off the power supply.
troubleshooting Refer to the following chart if the air conditioner operates abnormally. This may save time and unnecessary expenses. PROBLEM SOLUTION The air • Check power status and then operate the air conditioner conditioner does again. not work at all. • P lug in or switch on the circuit breaker and then operate the air conditioner again. • C heck if you have set the Off Timer. Operate the air conditioner again by pressing the Power button.
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troubleshooting PROBLEM SOLUTION Air flow • C heck if you have selected Auto/Dry/ mode. In adjustment is not these modes, desired temperature is set to auto and you working. cannot adjust the temperature. Fan speed • C heck if you have selected Auto/Dry/Turbo/ adjustment is not mode. In these mode, fan speed is set to Auto and you working.
In order to help prevent electric shocks, fires or injuries, always stop the unit, disable the protection switch and contact SAMSUNG’s technical support if the unit produces smoke, if the power cable is hot or damaged or if the unit is very noisy. Always remember to inspect the unit, electric connections, refrigerant tubes and protections regularly. These operations ...
Safety precautions After completing the installation, always carry out a functional test and provide the instructions on how to operate the air f conditioner to the user. Do not use the air conditioner in environments with hazardous substances or close to equipment that release free flames to f avoid the occurrence of fires, explosions or injuries.
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Outdoor Unit Where it is not exposed to strong wind Well ventilated and dustless places Where possible keep out of sunlight and rain Where neighbors are not annoyed by operation sound or hot air f Solid wall or support that prevents vibration and is strong enough to hold the product weight ...
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Choosing the installation location Space Requirements for Outdoor Unit When installing 1 outdoor unit Figure Description Top view Side view Air intake Air outlet Air intake Air outlet Air flow direction (Unit : mm) When the air outlet is opposite the ...
(Unit : mm) When the walls are blocking front and the rear side of the outdoor When the upper part of the outdoor unit and units the air outlet is opposite the wall 300 or more 600 or more 600 or more ...
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Accessories Accessories in the outdoor unit case Tapón de drenado 1-wire 3-wire 3-wire Pata de hule (4) Assembly Cable (1) Power Cable (1) Assembly Cable (1) ARKP/JP • T he flare nuts are attached to the end of each pipe of an evaporator or a service port. Use the nuts when connecting the pipes. • T he assembly cable is optional. If it is not supplied, use the standard cable. • T he drain plug and rubber leg are only included when the air conditioner is supplied without the assembly pipe as seen in the picture below.
Fixing the installation plate You can select the direction of the drain hose depending on where you want to install the indoor unit. Therefore before fixing the installation plate to a wall or a window frame, you must determine the position of the 65mm hole through which the cable, pipe and hose pass to connect the indoor unit to the outdoor unit.
Connecting the assembly cable Cable specification Model Power cable Interconnection cable Type GL 3Gx2.5mm² H07RN-F 3G4.0mm² H07RN-F 30 1x0.75mm² H05RN-F • C onnect the power cable to the auxiliary circuit breaker. If every pole fails to connect to the power supply, it must be incorporated in a wire with a contact opening of ≥3 mm. • U se shield cable (Category 5; less than 50pF/m) for noisy environmental site. • P ower supply cords of parts of appliances for outdoor use shall not be lighter than polychloroprene sheathed flexible cord.
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Connecting the assembly cable Connecting the cable Electrical work (1) For electrical and earth works, comply with the ‘technical standards of electrical installations’ and the the ‘wiring regulations’ of the Local wiring regulations. T ighten the terminal block screw to 1.2 ~1.8 N•m (12 ~18 kgf•cm). (3) Precautions when connecting terminal blocks of the indoor unit Before connecting, make sure the connecting part of the terminal socket is facing upwards.
Indoor unit Indoor unit N 1 L 1 1 Ground wire (Green/Yellow) Ground wire (Green/Yellow) Outdoor unit N 1 L 1 1 Outdoor unit Circuit Breaker (main power) • Also circular terminal must be matched with screw size in terminal block. • After connecting the cables, make sure terminal numbers on the indoor/outdoor unit matches. • P lease ensure that Power & Communication cables are separated, they must not be in the same cable. • P ower & Communication cable shall not exceed 30m. 10.
Installing and connecting the assembly pipe of the indoor unit Connect indoor and outdoor units with field-supplied copper pipes by means of flare connections. Use insulated seamless refrigeration grade pipe only, (Cu DHP type according to ISO1337), degreased and deoxidized, suitable for operating pressures of at least 4200 kPa and for burst pressure of at least 20700 kPa.
Evacuating the indoor unit The indoor unit is supplied with inert gas (nitrogen). Before installing the unit, check if nitrogen gas flow out of indoor unit. If this one isn’t true, DO NOT INSTALL THE UNIT since leakage could be inside the indoor unit. 1.
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Cutting or extending the pipe 4. Put a flare nut slightly into the pipe and modify the flare. Outer Diameter (D) Depth (A) Flaring Size (B) 90°± 2° ø6.35 mm 1.3 mm 8.7 - 9.1 mm ø9.52 mm 1.8 mm 12.8 - 13.2 mm ø12.70 mm 2.0 mm...
Installing and connecting the drain hose of the indoor unit When installing the drain hose for the indoor unit, check if condensation draining is adequate. When passing the drain hose through the 65 mm hole drilled in the wall, check the followings: Wall Indoor unit Drain hose...
Installing and connecting the drain hose of the indoor unit 20 mm 20 mm or more or more 40~45 mm Drain hose Extension Extension drain hose Drain hose drain hose Foam Insulation Vinyl Tape 6. Pass the drain hose under the refrigerant pipe, keeping the drain hose tight. Shield 7.
Installing and connecting the drain hose of the outdoor unit ARKP/JP While heating, ice may accumulate. During the process of defrosting, check if condensation draining is adequate. For adequate draining, do the following. 1. Insert the drain plug into the drain hole on the underside of the outdoor unit. • T o avoid drain plug from contacting the ground, secure gap between the Drain plug ground and the bottom surface of the outdoor unit.
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Evacuating the connected pipes Outdoor unit Indoor unit 1. Connect each assembly pipe to the appropriate valve on the outdoor unit and Gas pipe side tighten the flare nut. 2. Tighten the flare nut first with your hands, and then with a torque wrench, Liquid pipe side applying the following torque.
Performing the gas leak tests Make sure to check for gas leaks before completing the installation process (connecting the assembly pipe and hose between indoor unit and outdoor unit, insulating the cables, hose and pipe, and fixing the indoor unit to the installation plate). Test part for outdoor unit Test part for indoor unit Before inspecting the leakage, use a torque wrench...
Fixing the indoor unit in place Perform the following work on the area where gas leak test was done priory. After checking for gas leaks in the system, insulate the pipe, hose and cables. Insulation Then place the indoor unit on the installation plate. 1.
Final check and trial operation To complete the installation, perform the following checks and tests to ensure that the air conditioner operates correctly. Check the followings: • Strength of the installation site • Tightness of pipe connection to detect gas leak • Electric wiring connection • Heat-resistant insulation of the pipe • Drainage • Grounding conductor connection • Correct operation (follow the steps below) 1. Press the Power button and check the following: The indicator on the indoor unit lights up.
How to connect your extended power cables Items to prepare Tools Crimping pliers Connection sleeve (mm) Insulation tape Contraction tube (mm) Spec MH-14 20xØ7.0(HxOD) Width 18 mm 50xØ8.0(LxOD) Shape 1. As shown in the figure, peel off the shields from the rubber/wire (Unit: mm) of the power cable.
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ARKP/JP Series ARKC/JC Series AS32U Series Air Conditioner user & installation manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. DB68-06393A-00 EN FR AR...
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