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ECOLIGHT PLUS SINGLE SPLIT AIR CONDITIONERS – R32 USER and INSTALLATION MANUAL INDOOR UNIT OUTDOOR UNIT ECOLIGHT PLUS 9000 UI ECOLIGHT PLUS 9000 UE ECOLIGHT PLUS 12000 UI ECOLIGHT PLUS 12000 UE ECOLIGHT PLUS 18000 UI ECOLIGHT PLUS 18000 UE...
Contents Information for use The Refrigerant Precautions for use Description of components Guide to the remote control and display Remote control buttons Getting to know the display icons Getting to know the remote control buttons Getting to know the button combination functions Replacing the remote control batteries WiFi Guide (Optional) Google Home Instruction...
Appliance filled with flammable gas R32. Before using the appliance, read the owner’s manual. Before installing the appliance, read the installation manual. Before repairing the appliance, read the service manual. The Refrigerant To realize the function of the air conditioner unit, a special refrigerant circulates in the system. The refrigerant is the fluoride R32 = GWP (Global warming potential).
INFORMATION FOR USE Precautions for use WARNING This product is not a toy. Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously supervised. This device is not intended for persons (including children aged from 8 years and above) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or without the necessary experience and knowledge, unless they have received the necessary supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their...
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The unit must be installed and serviced by a qualified technician. Otherwise, there is a risk of damage or personal injury. WARNING In case of smoke or burning It is necessary that power supply Do not cut or damage the power smell, turn off the power supply adopts the special circuit with cords and control cables.
Operating limits Operating range: Cooling mode: from -15°C to +43°C (outdoor temperature) Heating mode: from -15°C to +24°C (outdoor temperature) Description of components Indoor unit The display may vary from the graphic above. Please refer to the purchased product for the actual display content and positions).
GUIDE TO THE REMOTE CONTROL AND DISPLAY Remote control buttons Remote control buttons Icons on display Introduction to icons on the display Button Function ON/OFF Turns the unit on or off TURBO Set the turbo function MODE Set the operating mode Set the up &...
Introduction to the remote control buttons Preliminary operations When using the infrared remote control for the first time or after replacing the batteries, set the system time to the current time by following the steps below. By pressing the CLOCK button, the icon flashes.
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BUTTONS Temperature setting With the unit switched on, press the button to increase the set temperature by 1 ° C and the button to decrease it. The temperature adjustment range is between 16 and 30 ° C. To set the desired temperature more quickly, hold down the two buttons simultaneously for 2 seconds. FAN BUTTON Adjustment of the ventilation speed With the unit turned on, press the FAN button to adjust the fan speed in the following sequence: Auto, Low, Medium,...
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In high / low swing mode, when the state is switched from off to, if you press this key again for 2 seconds, the state goes directly to the off state; if this key is pressed again within 2 seconds, the change of oscillation state will also depend on the circulation sequence indicated above Setting the Light function The light on the light panel receiver displays the current operating status.
Setting the timer You can set the operating time of the unit as needed. You can also set Timer on and Timer off in combination. Before setting, check if the time set on the remote control is correct. If not, adjust the time. (1) Setting the Timer off function •...
be introduced into the environment and to preserve the efficiency of the heat exchanger During the automatic evaporator cleaning process, the unit will perform either rapid cooling or rapid heating. There may be some noise and the air conditioner may blow out cold or hot air. During the cleaning process, make sure the room is well ventilated.
WIFI GUIDE (Optional) It is possible to install the Wifi module to remotely control the air conditioner. The air conditioner must be in constant connection with a wireless router or access point connected to the internet. Mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets, on which dedicated applications are installed and the Wi-Fi modules subsequently configured, can be used as remote controls once connected to the internet.
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Open the app Make the registration before Access 2. Adding units Clicking on the icon of the little man opens a menu that includes, among other things, the "Help" function. Follow the instructions that appear on your device to add the unit. or add a new unit, press + in the upper right corner of the homepage.
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Select the relevant type: In case of residential air conditioner: the first box on left After choosing the category of interest, proceed with the reset of the unit. Different unit reset systems can be chosen depending on the type of unit / system and remote control (with or without wifi key).
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WIRE CONTROL OR REMOTE CONTROL WITH WIFI REMOTE CONTROL WITHOUT WIFI PORTABLE AIR BUTTON BUTTON (MODE and TURBO) CONDITIONER (CONTROL Direct the remote control towards Direct the remote control towards PANEL RESET) the unit. the unit. Press the button on the touch With the remote control off, press panel.
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Select the desired network and continue the configuration. After performing the electrical reset of the unit and entering the information, perform a search for the unit (Search appliance) and continue the configuration. V 11/21...
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Configuration of the main functions In the Homepage click on the device you wish to control and access the operating interface of it. Select, operating mode, temperature and fan speed. Mode Temperature for each mode: just slide your finger on the indicated temperature Ventilation speed for each mode: just slide your finger on the fan symbol (the adjustment possibilities vary depending on the mode) V 11/21...
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2. Set advanced functions Click Function (Func) in the lower left corner of the interface to enter the advanced settings. X-FAN function Vertical flap swinging Horizontal flap swinging (if available) Sleep function Light on indoor unit display Temperature unit conversion V 11/21...
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Swing setting Clic Up & down swing to turn the swing function on or off. Click the arrow in the lower right corner of the icon to go to the next screen and set the swing level. List of Preselections Clic Timer.
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2. Group Control Click Group Control to use the present devices (Ex. Change the group name to "hhh" and set up the devices in the group list). When this group is working you can change the settings of the whole group. 3.
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4. Help Press Help to view the instructions for EWPE SMART APP. 5. Feedback Clic Feedback to send a feedback on the product. 6. How to reset the air conditioner WiFi module: Turn off the unit with the remote control and disconnect the air conditioner power for at least 10 seconds. Reconnect the power supply.
Analysis of common network setting errors: If the short distance control does not work, perform the checks specified below: • Make sure the air conditioner power is connected. • Make sure that the air conditioner's WiFi function is normally active. •...
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It will give out a sound to confirm that you have connected to the right device. After hearing the sound, click “Yes” to enter the next step. Join in Help Improve Google Home and click “Yes, I’m in” or “No thanks”. V 11/21...
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Distinguish the room of Google Home from the other Google device areas, click “NEXT”, revise room name and click “Continue”. Then select Wi-Fi network and click “NEXT” to wait for device network connection. V 11/21...
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Set Google Home and click “More”. Click “I AGREE”. V 11/21...
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According to the prompting, choose if you agree the corresponding operation, if it displays “Google Home is ready”, choose “Continue” to the next step. Here comes the language control guidance course, after listening, click “Finish setup”, then Google Home setting is completed. V 11/21...
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4. Add EWPE app account In Google Home App homepage, click “+” button. Click “Set up device”. V 11/21...
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Select Works with Google. Search “Ewpe SmartHome”. Search Ewpe SmartHome on the list and click it, choose the country where your Ewpe Smart App account is, input EWPE App account and password and click “Ewpe SmartHome” to add it. V 11/21...
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After adding, your device will appear on the device list. 5. Use Google Home to control your intelligent device Now, you can use Google Home to control your intelligent device. Take Air Conditioning as an example, the supporting instruction includes: Ok Google, turn on/off Air Conditioning.
Emergency operation In the event of loss or failure of the remote control, use the emergency button located under the indoor unit's front panel to turn the air conditioner on or off. The unit will operate in automatic mode on start-up. Emergency button MAINTENANCE Care and cleaning...
N.B.: The filters should be cleaned every three months, or more frequently if the room is very dusty. WARNING! When you remove the filters, avoid contact with the heat exchanger (there is a risk of cuts or abrasion). Do not use a hairdryer to dry the filters;...
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Has heat mode only recently been To prevent blasts of cold air from being selected? blown out, there will be a delay of several minutes before operation begins (this is normal). Is there a power cut? Wait for the power to be restored. Has the plug come loose? Reinsert the plug.
Analysing faults and solutions Error codes In the event of a fault, the temperature indicator on the indoor unit will flash to display the corresponding error code. Refer to the following list to identify the error code. Error code Faults and solutions Can be eliminated by turning the unit off and on again.
INSTALLATION WARNINGS WARNING: Make sure that the power supply is disconnected before carrying out any work on the unit. WARNING: Wear appropriate personal protective equipment before carrying out any work on the unit. WARNING: The appliance must be reinstalled in accordance with national system regulations.
Electrical connection requirements Safety precautions 1. Electrical safety standards must be met when installing the unit. 2. Use a power supply circuit and circuit breaker that comply with local safety regulations. 3. Make sure that the power supply matches the requirements of the air conditioner. An unstable power supply or incorrect wiring may result in a fault.
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Step three: drill the hole for the piping Select the position for the piping hole according to the direction of the outlet pipe. The piping hole must be slightly lower than the wall-installation frame, as shown below. Drill a piping hole of diameter at the chosen location for the outlet pipe.
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Hex nut diameter Tightening torque (Nm) 15 – 20 6.35 30 – 40 9.52 45 – 55 12.7 60 – 65 15.88 Wrap the indoor pipe and the joint of the connecting pipe with an insulating tube. Then wrap with tape. Step six: install the condensate drain pipe 1.
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Note: the link card is only for reference, plase take into consideration the actual one. 4. Reposition the terminal block cover and tighten the screws. 5. Close the panel. N.B.: • All wiring must be connected as shown on the unit's wiring diagram. All indoor and outdoor unit cables must be connected by a qualified technician.
Step nine: hang the indoor unit 1. Insert the bound pipes into the wall pipe and route them through the hole in the wall. 2. Hang the indoor unit on the wall-installation plate. 3. Fill the gap between the pipes and the hole in the wall with sealant. 4.
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Step four: connect the indoor and outdoor pipes 1. Remove the screw on the right-hand handle of 3. Pre-tighten the union nut by hand. the outdoor unit and remove the handle. 2. Remove the screw cap of the valve and 4.
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2. Secure the power cable and the signal control cable with the clip (only for cooling and heating units). N.B.: • Once you have tightened the screw, pull on the power cable gently to check it is secure. • Never cut the power cable to extend or reduce the distance. Step six: tidy up the pipes 1.
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Vacuum pump Using the vacuum pump Remove the valve caps of the liquid valve and gas valve and remove the nut of the refrigerant charge port. Connect the piezometer charge pipe to the refrigerant charge bore of the gas valve. Then connect the other charge pipe to the vacuum pump.
Remove the piezometer. Fully open the plunger of the liquid valve and gas valve with the inner hex key. Tighten the screw caps of the valves and refrigerant charge port. Reinstall the handle. Leak detection Check for leaks using a leak detector. If you do not have a leak detector you can use soapy water. Post-installation checks Checks Possible fault...
APPENDICES Piping configuration 1. Standard connecting tube length:5 m. 2. Minimum connecting tube length: 3 m. 3. Maximum connecting tube length and maximum height difference: Maximum Maximum Capacity connecting tube height length difference 9000 Btu/h 12000 Btu/h 18000Btu/h 24000Btu/h Warning! Note the additional charge on the data plate affixed to the outdoor unit. Additional oil and refrigerant charging ...
Procedure for extending the piping N.B.: Improper extension of piping is the main cause of refrigerant leaks. Proceed as shown below: 1. Cut the pipe 5. Expand the port • Check the length of the pipe based on the Expand the port using a pipe expander. distance between the indoor unit and outdoor unit.
Warnings for the refrigeration system specialist Here are warnings and safety instructions for the maintenance of systems containing flammable refrigerant (repairs should only be carried out by specialists). a) Any person involved in the work or in the interruption of a refrigeration circuit must be equipped with PEF (European Refrigerators License) as required by the D.P.R.
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f) Presence of fire extinguisher If hot work is to be performed on the refrigeration equipment or any associated part, adequate fire fighting equipment must be available. It is necessary to have a dry powder or CO2 extinguisher adjacent to the charging area. g) Ventilated area Make sure the area is outdoors or is adequately ventilated before breaking into the system or performing any hot work.
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B. Electrically isolate the system. C. Before attempting the procedure, make sure that: • mechanical handling equipment is available, if required, for handling the refrigerant cylinders; • all personal protective equipment is available and used correctly; • the recovery process is supervised at all times by a competent person; •...
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Removal and evacuation When breaking into the refrigerant circuit to make repairs or for any other purpose, conventional procedures must be used. However, for flammable refrigerants it is important to follow the best procedures as there is a risk of flammability. The following procedure must be followed: •...
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REGULATION (EU) No. 517/2014 - F-GAS The unit contains R32, a fluorinated greenhouse gas with global warming potential (GWP) = 675. Do not release R32 into the atmosphere. ECOLIGHT PLUS 9000 UE - Kg. 0,5 = 0,337 Tonn CO equiv. ECOLIGHT PLUS 12000 UE - Kg.
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