Page 1
SPLIT TYPE AIR CONDITIONER With DIY Quick Connector INSTRUCTION MANUAL DS-12CH DS-18CH Please read and retain these instructions for future reference DESA UK Ltd, Warrington, England...
INDEX • Index • Specification • Safety Information • Parts • Installation • Installing the Indoor Unit • Installing the Outdoor Unit • Testing the Unit • Operation • Remote Control Operation • Setting the Clock • Timer Function • Sleep Function •...
SAFETY INFORMATION General Safety • The air conditioner unit must be installed according to the instruction manual • NEVER use the air conditioner unit near flammable liquids/gases • NEVER use the air conditioner in a confined space where other heating/cooling appliances are being used unless there is adequate ventilation •...
INSTALLATION This Split Type Air Conditioner is fitted with DIY quick connectors. For ease of installation, please follow these instructions carefully, ensuring the below measurements are adhered to...
INSTALLATION Installing the indoor unit 1. Ensure the machine is not connected to the mains electricity supply before carrying out the installation 2. Unclip the mounting panel from the rear of the indoor unit using the two catches in the bottom corners 3.
INSTALLATION Installing the outdoor unit • The outdoor unit has two drainage holes on the base. Choose the most convenient and connect the drainage elbow • Ensure the unused drainage hole is filled with a grommet before the outdoor unit is mounted in position •...
INSTALLATION Releasing the refrigerant to the unit 1. This air conditioning unit comes ready charged with refrigerant 2. Tighten the screws on the outdoor unit with a 24mm spanner 3. Remove the gas valve cover and open, using the hexagonal spanner provided 4.
OPERATION a Heating Function b Cooling Function c Sleep Function 1. Power On d Fast Cooling/Heating 2. Required temperature reached e Status Bar 3. In Operation Required Temperature 4. Defrosting g Timer Function h De-humidifying Function Fan Function...
OPERATION The air conditioner unit should be operated and set using the remote control provided. Each time a button is pressed the unit will sound to confirm the signal has been received 1. Set Temperature display 2. Clock display 3. Mode(function) display 4.
OPERATION Remote Control Indications 1. Auto Function Selected (the temperature will be set at 23 2. Cooling Function Selected 3. De-humidifying Function Selected 4. Fan Function Selected 5. Heating Function Selected 6. Temperature Indicator (press ‘Up’/’Down’ to show the set temperature –...
OPERATION Setting the Airflow Direction (Swing) The louvers on certain units can oscillate in three ways; Standard, Swing, Fixed These can be selected by pressing the ‘Swing’ button 1. Standard The louvers will move up and down through 120 and then stay open for 1 minute before repeating the process 2.
MAINTENANCE WARNING – Always unplug the air conditioner from the mains before cleaning To maximize the efficiency of the air conditioner, clean regularly Cleaning the housing Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the body clean. Never use aggressive chemicals, gasoline, detergents, chemically treated cloths or other cleansing solutions as these could damage the unit For serious stains, use a neutral detergent, diluted with water...
FAULT CHECK LIST The air conditioner will not run: Is the air conditioner plugged in? Is there a power failure? Is the ambient temperature below the set temperature? Are the valves on the outdoor unit open? The machine seems to do little: Is there direct sunshine? (Please close curtains) Are too many windows or doors open?
Need help?
Do you have a question about the DS-12CH and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers