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The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult with your dealer or the manufacturer for details. MAP08R1CWT Customer service: 1(866)-646-4332 WWW.MIDEA.COM...
Owner’s Manual Safety Precautions ..................3 Unit Specifications and Features .............. 6 Operating Instructions ................7 Installation Instructions ................10 Care and Cleaning ..................15 Troubleshooting Tips ................. 16 Remote Control Instructions ..............17 Warranty ....................... 27 Read This Manual Inside you’ll find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner properly.
Safety Precautions To prevent injury to the user or personal and property damage, these instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage. The level of risk is shown by the following indications. This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
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WARNING • DO NOT install your air conditioner in a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry room. Exposure to water can cause electrical components to short circuit. • DO NOT install the unit in a location that may be exposed to combustible gas, as this could cause fire.
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Safety Precautions WARNINGS (for using R32 refrigerant only) • Do not use any means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean the unit, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. • Do not use or store the appliance in spaces with potential ignition sources (for example: open flames, an operating gas appliance or an operating electric heater).
Unit Specifications and Features Preparation control panel remote signal receptor handle horizontal louver control (both sides) lever (adjust manually) NOTE: PHA cannot be air filter adjusted. (behind the grille) vertical louver control upper air intake lever (adjust manually) NOTE: PHA cannot be adjusted.
Operating Instructions Control Panel Features Constant fan Mode button LED display Selects the desired operating mode. em erat e CONSTANT FAN(Press 3s) Each time you press the button, a mode Power is selected in a sequence that goes from indicator light COOL, FAN and DRY.
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NOTE Operating Instructions This feature can be activated from COOL operation the remote control ONLY. The remote • Press the “MODE” button until the “COOL” control serves as a remote thermostat indicator light comes on. allowing for the precise temperature •...
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Water drainage • During dehumidifying modes, remove the drain plug from the back of the unit and install the drain Remove the connector (5/8” universal female mender) with 3/4” drain plug hose (locally purchased). For models without drain connector, just attach the drain hose to the hole. Place the open end of the hose directly over the drain area in your basement floor.
Installation Instructions Choosing the Right Location Your installation location should meet the following requirements: • Make sure that you install your unit on an even surface to minimize noise and vibration. • The unit must be installed near a grounded plug, and the Collection Tray Drain (found on the back of the unit) must be accessible.
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Tools Needed • Medium Phillips screwdriver • Tape measure or ruler • Knife or scissors • Saw (optional, to shorten window adaptor for narrow windows). Accessories Your Window Installation Kit fits windows 67.5-123 cm (26.5”-48”) and can be shortened for smaller windows. Part Description Quantity...
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Window Installation Kit Exhaust hose Exhaust hose Step One: Preparing the exhaust hose assembly assembly Press the exhaust hose into the window slider adaptor and unit adaptor, clamp automatically by elastic buckles of the adaptors. Unit Window slider adaptor adaptor Step Two: Install the exhaust hose assembly to the unit Push the Exhaust hose into the air...
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Window Installation Kit (cont.) Foam seal B Type 1: Hung window installation (Adhesive type-shorter) Cut the adhesive foam seal A and B strips to the proper lengths, and attach them to the window sash and frame as shown. Foam seal A (Adhesive type) 2.
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Type 2: Sliding window installation Foam seal B (Adhesive Cut the adhesive foam seal A and B strips to the type-shorter) proper lengths, and attach them to the window sash and frame as shown. Foam seal A (Adhesive type) 2. Insert the window slider assembly into the window opening.
Care and Cleaning Safety Precautions • Always unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing. • DO NOT use flammable liquids or chemicals to clean the unit. • DO NOT wash the unit under running water. Doing so causes electrical danger. •...
Troubleshooting Tips Malfunction Diagnosis Please check the following troubleshooting methods before calling for service: Problem Possible Cause Troubleshooting P1 Error Code. The water collection tray is full. Turn off the unit, drain the water Unit does not from the water collection tray turn on when and restart the unit.
Remote Control Instructions Using The Remote Control Location of the remote control Use the remote control within a distance of 8 meters / 26 feet from the appliance, pointing it towards the receiver. Reception is confirmed by a beep. CAUTION •...
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Function Buttons Before you begin using your new air conditioner, make sure to familiarize yourself with its remote control. The following is a brief introduction to the remote control itself. For instructions on how to operate your air conditioner, refer to the Operating Instructions section of this manual.
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Handling the Remote Control NOT SURE WHAT A FUNCTION DOES? Refer to the Operating Instructions section of this manual for a detailed description of how to use your air conditioner. SPECIAL NOTE Button designs on your unit may differ slightly from the example shown. If the unit does not have a particular function, pressing that function’s button on the remote control will have no effect.
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Remote LED Screen Indicators Transmission Indicator Lights up when remote sends signal to unit ON/OFF display MODE display Appears when the unit is turned on and disappears when it is turned off Displays the current mode, including: AUTO TIMER ON display TIMER OFF display Displays when Displays when...
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Basic Functions SETTING THE DESIRED TEMPERATURE The operating temperature range for this unit is 17-30°C (62°F-86°F). You can increase or decrease the set temperature in 1°C (1°F) increments. AUTO operation In AUTO mode, the unit will automatically select the COOL, O N /O F F SHORT FAN, HEAT or DRY mode based on the set temperature.
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Basic Functions (cont.) FAN operation 1. Press the MODE button to select FAN mode. 2. Press FAN button to select the fan speed: AUTO, LOW, MED or HIGH. 3. Press the ON/OFF button to start the unit. O N /O F F SHORT TIMER NOTE...
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Timer Functions Your air conditioning unit has two timer-related functions: TIMER ON - sets the amount of time after which the unit will automatically turn on. TIMER ON TIMER ON TIMER OFF - sets the amount of time after which the unit will automatically turn off.
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Timer Functions (cont.) 3. Wait 2 seconds, then the TIMER OFF function will be activated. The digital display on your remote control will then return to the temperature display. T imer on NOTE Continue When setting the TIMER ON or TIMER OFF functions, to press up to 10 hours, the time will increase in 30 minute O N /O F F...
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Advanced Functions SLEEP Function 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. Note: The SLEEP function is not O N /O F F SHORT available in FAN or DRY mode.
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NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
One Year Limited Warranty from original purchase date. Five Year Limited Sealed System (Sealed system includes components containing refrigerant) Warranty from original purchase date. Midea, through its authorized servicers will: Consumer will be responsible for: NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CONSUMER**...
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How to Stay Cool with a New Portable Air Conditioner Because of a new federal test procedure for Portable Air Conditioners, you may notice that the cooling capacity claims on portable air conditioner packaging are significantly lower than that of models produced prior to 2017. This is due to changes in the test procedure, not to the portable air conditioners themselves.
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