Si10-416_B ARC433 Series 1. Signal transmitter 2. Display It displays the current settings. (In this illustration, each section is shown with all its displays ON for the purpose of explanation.) 3. ECONO button 4. POWERFUL button 5. TEMPERATURE adjustment buttons 6.
Si10-416_B ARC433 Series 5. ARC433 Series 5.1 Preparation Before Operation To set the batteries 1. Slide the front cover to take it off. 2. Set two dry batteries (AAA). 3. Set the front cover as before. Position + and – correctly! ATTENTION About batteries •...
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B To operate the remote controller • To use the remote controller, aim the transmitter at the indoor unit. If there is anything to block signals between the unit and the remote controller, such as a curtain, the unit will not operate. •...
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Si10-416_B ARC433 Series ATTENTION About remote controller • Never expose the remote controller to direct sunlight. • Dust on the signal transmitter or receiver will reduce the sensitivity. Wipe off dust with soft cloth. • Signal communication may be disabled if an electronic- starter-type fluorescent lamp (such as inverter-type lamps) is in the room.
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B To set the clock 1. Press “CLOCK button”. is displayed. blinks. 2. Press “TIMER setting button” to set the clock to the present time. Holding down “ ” or “ ” button rapidly increases or decreases the time display.
Si10-416_B ARC433 Series 5.2 AUTO • DRY • COOL • HEAT • FAN Operation The air conditioner operates with the operation mode of your choice. From the next time on, the air conditioner will operate with the same operation mode. To start operation 1.
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B To change the temperature setting 4. Press “TEMPERATURE adjustment button”. DRY or FAN mode AUTO or COOL or HEAT mode Press “ ” to raise the temperature and press “ ” The temperature setting is to lower the temperature. not variable.
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Si10-416_B ARC433 Series NOTE Note on HEAT operation • Since this air conditioner heats the room by taking heat from outdoor air to indoors, the heating capacity becomes smaller in lower outdoor temperatures. If the heating effect is insufficient, it is recommended to use another heating appliance in combination with the air conditioner.
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B 5.3 Adjusting the Airflow Direction You can adjust the airflow direction to increase your comfort. To adjust the horizontal blade (flap) 1. Press “SWING button ”. • “ ” is displayed on the LCD and the flaps will begin to swing. 2.
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Si10-416_B ARC433 Series To 3-D Airflow Press the “SWING button ” and the “SWING button ”: the “ ” and “ ” display will light up and the flap and louvers will move in turn. To cancel 3-D Airflow Press either the “SWING button ”...
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B 5.4 COMFORT AIRFLOW Operation To start COMFORT AIRFLOW operation 1. Press “COMFORT AIRFLOW button”. • The flap position will change, preventing air from blowing directly on the occupants of the room. • “ ” is displayed on the LCD. •...
Si10-416_B ARC433 Series 5.5 POWERFUL Operation POWERFUL operation quickly maximizes the cooling (heating) effect in any operation mode. You can get the maximum capacity. To start POWERFUL operation 1. Press “POWERFUL button”. • POWERFUL operation ends in 20 minutes. Then the system automatically operates again with the settings which were used before POWERFUL operation.
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B 5.6 OUTDOOR UNIT QUIET (SILENT) Operation OUTDOOR UNIT QUIET operation lowers the noise level of the outdoor unit by changing the frequency and fan speed on the outdoor unit. This function is convenient during night. To start OUTDOOR UNIT QUIET operation 1.
Si10-416_B ARC433 Series 5.7 HOME LEAVE Operation HOME LEAVE operation is a function which allows you to record your preferred temperature and airflow rate settings. To start HOME LEAVE operation 1. Press “HOME LEAVE button”. • “ ” is displayed on the LCD. •...
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ARC433 Series Si10-416_B What’s the HOME LEAVE operation? Is there a set temperature and airflow rate which is most comfortable, a set temperature and airflow rate which you use the most? HOME LEAVE operation is a function that allows you to record your favorite set temperature and airflow rate.
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Si10-416_B ARC433 Series • Before bed... Set the unit to HOME LEAVE The unit will maintain the Operation before leaving the living temperature in the room at a room when going to bed. comfortable level while you sleep. When you enter the living room in the morning, the temperature will be just right.
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B 5.8 ECONO Operation ECONO operation is a function which enables efficient operation by lowering the maximum power consumption value. To start ECONO operation 1. Press “ECONO button” . • “ ” is displayed on the LCD. To cancel ECONO operation 2.
Si10-416_B ARC433 Series 5.9 MOLD PROOF Operation MOLD PROOF operation is a function which reduces the spread of mold by using Fan mode to lower the humidity inside the indoor unit. To set MOLD PROOF operation 1. Press and hold the MOLD PROOF button for two seconds.
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B 5.10INTELLIGENT EYE Operation “INTELLIGENT EYE” is the infrared sensor which detects the human movement. To start INTELLIGENT EYE operation 1. Press “SENSOR button”. • “ ” is displayed on the LCD. To cancel the INTELLIGENT EYE operation 2.
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Si10-416_B ARC433 Series “INTELLIGENT EYE” is useful for Energy Saving. Energy saving operation • Change the temperature –2˚C in heating / +2˚C in cooling / +1˚C in dry mode from set temperature. • Decrease the airflow rate slightly in fan operation. (In FAN mode only) Notes on “INTELLIGENT EYE”...
ARC433 Series Si10-416_B 5.11TIMER Operation Timer functions are useful for automatically switching the air conditioner on or off at night or in the morning. You can also use OFF TIMER and ON TIMER in combination. To use OFF TIMER operation •...
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Si10-416_B ARC433 Series NOTE • When TIMER is set, the present time is not displayed. • Once you set ON, OFF TIMER, the time setting is kept in the memory. (The memory is canceled when remote controller batteries are replaced.) •...
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ARC433 Series Si10-416_B To use ON TIMER operation • Check that the clock is correct. If not, set the clock to the present time. 1. Press “ON TIMER button”. is displayed. blinks. 2. Press “TIMER Setting button” until the time setting reaches the point you like.
Si10-416_B ARC433 Series 5.12Note for Multi System 〈〈 〉〉 What is a “Multi System”? This system has one outdoor unit connected to multiple indoor units. Selecting the Operation Mode 1. With the Priority Room Setting present but inactive or not present. When more than one indoor unit is operating, priority is given to the first unit that was turned on.
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ARC433 Series Si10-416_B 2. With the Priority Room Setting active. See “Priority Room Setting” NIGHT QUIET Mode (Available only for cooling operation) NIGHT QUIET Mode requires initial programming during installation. Please consult your retailer or dealer for assistance. NIGHT QUIET Mode reduces the operation noise of the outdoor unit during the night time hours to prevent annoyance to neighbors.
Si10-416_B ARC433 Series Priority Room Setting The Priority Room Setting requires initial programming during installation. Please consult your retailer or dealer for assistance. The room designated as the Priority Room takes priority in the following situations; 1. Operation Mode Priority. As the operation mode of the Priority Room takes precedence, the user can select a different operation mode from other rooms.
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