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WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER WAT Series OWNER’S MANUAL OPERATOR’S MANUAL TECHNICAL MANUAL For model: GJC10BL-A6NRNC5H Please read this owner’s manual carefully before operating the unit and keep it for future reference. IMPORTANT : The remote control and hardware necessary to use your new product is included inside the box.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Operation Notices ........................3 Symbols meanings..............................3 Exception Clauses ..............................4 The Refrigerant ................................5 Refrigerant Safety Precautions ..........................6 General Safety Precautions ............................7 General Instructions for Use ..........................10 Installation ..........................12 Parts Name .................................12 Preparation for Installation ..........................13 Installation Procedure ............................14 Control .............................19 Remote Control ................................19 Electronic Thermostat ............................22 Air Conditioner Use ........................23...
OPERATION NOTICES READ THIS MANUAL: Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain 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'll find many answers to common problems in the chart of troubleshooting tips.
Safety Warnings: Indicated harzardeous situation that, if not avoided, DANGER will result in death or serious injury. Indicated harzardeous situation that, if not avoided, WARNING could result in death or serious injury. Indicated harzardeous situation that, if not avoided, may result CAUTION in minor or moderate injury.
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.
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 •...
Instructions to fill the Refrigerant- Must be done by a qualified technician 1. Use the refrigerant filling appliances specialized for R32. Make sure that different kinds of refrigerant won’t contaminate with each other. 2. The refrigerant tank should be kept upright at the time of filing refrigerant. 3.
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Do not place obstacles around air-inlets or inside of air-outlets. It may cause failure of appli- ance 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. Do not damage or use an unspecified power cord.
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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.
General 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.
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Wiring Security precautions 1. 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). 3. 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.
INSTALLATION Parts Name NOTE: Panel outlook picture, just for reference, please take the real unit as standard. Air outlet frame Control panel Fan direction adjusting rod Air-in panel Power cord...
Preparation for Installation Tools for installation Phillips Scissors screwdriver Screwdriver Pensil Measuring Level bar tape Components included in the box - may vary from model to model Window type Brackets unit Flexible screen Screws Sealing strip Sealing strip (without (with adhesive) adhesive) Remote Batteries...
Installation Procedure 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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NOTE: The upper guide rail and the side panels are offset to provide the proper pitch to the rear of (5/16” or 7.9375 mm). This is necessary for proper condensed water utilization and drainage. Even if you are not using the side panels, the rear pitch must be maintained! Step 1: Place unit on floor, a bench or a table.
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NOTE: Your air conditioner is designed to install in standard double hung windows with opening widths of 22” to 36” (55.88 to 91.44 cm) (Figure 4). Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear vertical opening of minimum 15 1/2” (39.37 cm). Side louvers and the rear of the air conditioner must have clear air space to allow enough airflow through the condenser, for heat removal.
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Step 4: 2 persons should work together to put the air conditioner into the window opening so the bottom of the air conditioner frame is against the windowsill. Upper guide rail stays at the middle lower side of window and then window can stick to the upper guide rail when closing it.
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Step 6: To secure lower sash in place, attach right angle sash lock with screw as shown. NOTE: It is difficult to lock the windows with the sash lock for Vinyl-Clad windows, so you can use window itself to lock. Plastic window Wooden...
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.
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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 Energy Saver mode. If the unit is energized after power failure, the unit will still operate according to the status before power failure.
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7. SLEEP Press this button to reach “sleep“ mode. Press again to control this function. By activating this function, the air conditioner will stop working once the room temperature is reached. Press again to cancel this function. This function is available in COOL, DRY or SAVE Mode.
Electronic Thermostat NOTE: The controls featured in this manual are representative of many available models. Your model mayoffer slightly different features. Auto Mode 1. POWER BUTTON Press On/Off button to turn on or turn off the unit NOTE: Press this button to activate the air conditioning. The unit will operate in "energy saving" mode.
4. TIMER BUTTON TIMER ON : When the unit is off, you can set the timer for auto on in the range from 0.5h to 24h. After the time has elapsed, the unit will operate under the Energy Saver mode. TIMER OFF : When the unit is on, you can set the time for auto off in the range from 0.5h to 24h.
Normal Sounds When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may hear sounds such as: • Droplets of water hitting the condenser, causing a pinging or clicking sound. The water droplets help cool the condenser. • Air movement from the fan. •...
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Cabinet Cleaning NOTE: Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard. WARNING: Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front. 1. The cabinet and front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or wash with a cloth dampened in dishwashing liquid detergent and warm water.
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.
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. To recycle, put the refrigerant into the specialized refrigerant tank with refrigerant label.
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Presence of fire extinguisher If any hot work is to be conducted on the refrigeration equipment or any associated parts, appropriate fire extinguishing equipment shall be available to hand. Have a dry powder or CO2 fire extinguisher adjacent to the charging area. No ignition sources All possible ignition sources, including cigarette smoking, should be kept sufficiently far away from the site of installation, repairing, removing and disposal, during which refrigerant can...
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of leak detection shall be located at the most critical point to warn of a potentially hazardous situation. Particular attention shall be paid to the following to ensure that by working on elec- trical components, the casing is not altered in such a way that the level of protection is affected. This shall include damage to cables, excessive number of connections, terminals not made to original specification, damage to seals, incorrect fitting of glands, etc.
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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 prac- tice is. Opening of the refrigeration systems shall not be done by brazing. The following procedure shall be adhered to: 1.
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- The recovery process is always supervised by a competent person. - The recovery equipment and cylinders conform to the appropriate standards. 4. Pump down refrigerant system, if possible. 5. If a vacuum is not possible, make a manifold so that refrigerant can be removed from various parts of the system.
MALFUNCTION ANALYSIS 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.
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Issue Possible Causes Solution The use of more efficient components may cause the air conditioner to run longer than an older model, but the total energy consumption will be less. Newer air conditioners do not emit the The current air conditioner replaced “blast”...
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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 not circulate the room air continuously. some models). Use Low, High or Turbo for your best comfort.
ASSISTANCE Distributed by Ouellet Canada Inc. 1 877 247-3461 Before returning the unit to the retailer, for any problem related to the installation, use or proper functioning of the unit; contact our customer support department. One of our agents will guide you through the next steps.
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