FEATURES This air conditioner is an inverter type unit that automatically adjusts capability as appropriate. Details on these functions are provided below; refer to these descriptions when using the air conditioner. • Microprocessor Controlled Operation • Hot Start Heating System The interior compartment of the remote controller Right from the start, the air is warm and comfortable.
PRODUCT INFORMATION If you have problems or questions concerning your Air Conditioner, you will need the following information. Model and serial numbers are on the nameplate on the bottom of the cabinet. Model No. _______________________________________________________________________ Serial No. ________________________________________________________________________ Date of purchase __________________________________________________________________ Dealer’s address __________________________________________________________________ Phone number ____________________________________________________________________ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read these Operating Instructions carefully before using this air conditioner. If you still have any difficulties or problems, consult your dealer for help. • This air conditioner is designed to give you comfortable room conditions. Use this only for its intended purpose as described in these Operating Instructions.
• The compressor may occasionally stop during thunderstorms. NOTICE This is not a mechanical failure. The unit automatically recovers after a few minutes. • The English text is the original instructions. Other languages are translation of the original instructions. Stop using the product when any abnormality/failure occurs and disconnect the power plug.
NAMES OF PARTS UNIT DISPLAY AND OPERATION BUTTON Air Intakes INDOOR UNIT INDOOR UNIT TIMER lamp OPERATION lamp Air Outlet Remote Controller OPERATION button REMOTE (ON/OFF ) CONTROL receiver Drain Hose Refrigerant Tubes IMPORTANT OUTDOOR UNIT Avoid using radio equipment such as mobile phone near (within 1 m) the remote control receiver.
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REMOTE CONTROLLER (DISPLAY) Displayed when transmitting data Displayed when indoor unit sensor is in use Displayed when setting temperature Displayed when temperature is shown Displayed when setting timer Displayed when the time display is set to 12-hour time. Symbols (1) Operation mode (4) Timer AUTO ........
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REMOTE CONTROLLER Transmitter When you press the buttons on the remote controller, the mark appears in the display to transmit the setting changes to the receiver in the air conditioner. Display Information on the operating conditions is displayed while the remote controller is switched on.
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Sensor A temperature sensor inside the remote controller senses the room temperature. ON/OFF operation button This button is for turning the air conditioner on and off. 1 HR. TIMER button (1-HOUR OFF TIMER) : When you press this button, regardless of whether the unit is operating or stopping, the unit operates for one hour and then shuts down.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROLLER When using the remote controller, always point the unit’s transmitter head directly at the air conditioner’s receiver. Air Conditioner (Indoor unit) Receiver Remote Controller (Transmitter head) ACL button REMOTE CONTROLLER INSTALLATION POSITION...
OPERATION WITH THE REMOTE CONTROLLER 1. Automatic Operation 2. Manual Operation The air conditioner calculates the difference between the thermostat setting and room temperature, and automatically selects ‘‘COOL’’ or ‘‘HEAT’’ mode as appropriate. Then, the air conditioner continuously operates under the mode selected at initial operation.
3. Adjusting the Fan Speed B. In Heating Mode: ( A. Automatic fan speed When the night setback mode is selected, the air conditioner Simply set the FAN SPEED selector button to the automatically lowers the temperature setting 2 °C when 30 minutes have passed after the selection was made, and then position.
SPECIAL REMARKS 6. HIGH POWER Mode ‘‘DRY’’ ( ) Operation How it works? • Once the room temperature reaches the level that was set, the unit’s operation frequency is changed automatically. • During DRY operation, the fan speed automatically runs at lower speed for providing a comfortable breeze.
SETTING THE TIMER 3. How to set the ON time (Example) To start operation at 7:10 am. Operation Indication Press the ON TIME setting The timer indication is button once. displayed, and the present ON NOTE time is shown. In the descriptions below, the following settings are used for the temperature and time indicator selector button on the bottom front Press the Advance, Return The timer...
USING THE 1-HOUR OFF TIMER 1. 1-Hour OFF Timer CAUTION When the humidity is high, the vertical vanes should be in the front position during the cooling or dehumidifying operation. If the vertical vanes are positioned all of the way to the right or left, condensation may begin to form around the air vent and drip down.
OPERATION WITHOUT THE Anti-Mold Filter The anti-mold filter behind the front panel should be checked and REMOTE CONTROLLER cleaned at least once every two weeks. How to remove the anti-mold filter INDOOR UNIT Open the front panel until it is nearly horizontal. Lift the anti-mold filter up slightly and then pull downward to remove the filter from the unit.
How to install the air clean filter Trouble Possible Cause Remedy The air clean filter needs to be installed behind the anti-mold filter. Open the front panel and remove the anti-mold filters, then install Air conditioner does 1. Power failure. 1.
SPECIFICATIONS Indoor Unit Model No. CS-ME18NKE CS-ME24NKE Power Source Single-phase, 220-230-240 V, 50 Hz 5.15 7.10 Cooling Capacity BTU/h 17,600 24,200 6.00 8.50 Heating Capacity BTU/h 20,500 29,000 Sound Power Level dB(A) 59/62/52 62/59/56 (H/M/L) Cooling Operation Sound Pressure Level...
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Compliance with regulation 842/EC/2006 Article 7(1) requirements English DO NOT VENT R410A INTO THE ATMOSPHERE: R410A IS A FLUORINATED GREENHOUSE GAS, COVERED BY THE KYOTO PROTOCOL, WITH A GLOBAL WARMING POTENTIAL (GWP) = 1975. Cumplimiento de los requisitos del Artículo 7 (1) de la Directiva 842/EC/ Español 2006 NO LIBERAR R410A AL AIRE LIBRE: EL R410A ES UN GAS FLUORIZADO...
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ID0212-0 Pursuant to at the directive 2004/108/EC, article 9(2) Authorized representative in EU Panasonic Testing Centre Panasonic Marketing Europe GmbH Winsbergring 15, 22525 Hamburg, Germany Printed in China...