2,000 BTU/18,000 BTU Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner with Heat Pump Customer & Technical Support information (Please contact us BEFORE returning product) Website: www.bhiair.com Contact Phone #: 1-626-427-3298 (Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm/PST) Email: support@bhiair.com help@bhiair.com Read the manual carefully before operation and keep it for reference. This manual is only for reference, please comply with actual appliance you selected.
CONTENTS 1. Safety Precautions Safety Precautions………………………………………….……………….…….…………2 Accessories List……………………………………………………………………...……….5 2. Installation Manual Installation Guide………………………………………………………………………..……6 Installation of Accessories…………………………………………………………..….……6 Position for Indoor Unit………………………………………………..……………..………6 Position for Outdoor Unit………………………………………………..….………..………7 Tubing Selection………………………………………………………………….…..………7 Fixing Installation Panel……………………………………………………………...
Safety Precautions Read before Installation This symbol indicates ignoring instructions may cause death or serious injury. This symbol indicates that ignoring instructions may cause moderate injury to your person, damage to your unit, or other property. This symbol indicates that you should NEVER perform the indicated action. 1.1 People: Warning A. Installation is highly recommended to be performed by an authorized technician. Improper installation may cause water leakage, electrical shock, or fire. B.
suspension in the air, or where volatile flammables such as thinner or gasoline are handled. C. Install the unit where air inlet or air outlet is not blocked. Otherwise, the cooling or heating capacity will be weakened, even stop operating. D. Do not let the air conditioner blow against the heater appliance. 1.3 Electricity: Warning A. Make sure that a separate power supply circuit is provided for this unit.
Caution C. Refrigerant R410A in the system must be kept clean, dry, and tight. (a) Clean and Dry-Foreign materials (including mineral oils such as SUNISO oil, moisture or air) should be prevented from getting into the system. (b) Tight- R410A does not contain any chlorine, does not destroy the ozone layer, and does not reduce the earth's protection against harmful ultraviolet radiation. R410A can contribute to the greenhouse effect if it is released.
[Accessories List] PARTS NAME QUANTITY Mounting plate 1 Remote controller 1 Remote controller holder 1 AAA Battery 2 Drain hose 1 Connection cable 1 Gas pipe 1 Liquid pipe 1 Manual & Installation manual 1 Screws 4 Plastic expansive pipe 4 PVC protective strap 1 Cap 1 Elbow joint (Not available in cooling only model) 1 -5-
INSTALLATION MANUAL [Installation Guide] • This air conditioner meets the safety and operation standards promulgated by the Nation. • You need to invite professional air conditioner service and maintenance personnel to install or remove the air conditioner. Problems may occur and you may suffer losses if non- professionals install the air conditioner. • User shall provide the power that meets installation and operation requirements.
• The distance between the indoor unit and the floor should be greater than 7.5ft. • The plug shall be accessible after installing the appliance. • Ensure the distance as required in Fig.1. • The back of the indoor unit should be close to the wall (Fig.1) • The all figures are only schematic, and they may be slightly different from the actual appliances you selected. [Position for Outdoor Unit] • Avoid direct sunlight.
[Tubing Selection] • Ensure that the level (height) difference of indoor and outdoor units and the length of tubing meet the requirement In the Table 1. • If the tubing is longer than 23ft, but shorter than 49ft, refrigerant should be supplemented according to Table 1. • If the installation position of the outdoor unit is higher than indoor unit and the tubing is longer than 33ft, added an oil trap on the gas tubing for every 26ft.
[Fixing Installation Panel] • Dismantle the metal installation board of the indoor unit. Adjust the installation board to horizontal position. The height difference between the left and right sides of the installation board should less than 0.2inch(5mm). (Fig 4) • Drill holes and insert plastic expansion tubes at the appropriate locations on the wall and fix the installation board on the wall with M5x30 screws. Ensure that there must be at least 4 fixed points in the wall.
Attachment: installation instructions for decorative cover plate Outlet Cover plate Step1: Wrap PVC protective tape around drainage pipe, copper pipe and cable. Adjust the copper pipe tube to a suitable shape.
[Indoor Unit Installation] The tube may be connected in several directions as below shown Figures. Pipeline 1. Connecting right back tube (similar to right lower tube) (optional, Refer to Fig.6) • Pull out the tubing from bottom of the chassis; and connect the drainpipe. Strap the joint of tubing reliably. • Lead the connecting wire to the indoor unit (Do not connect to Drain pipe the power). • Strap together the tubes, discharge pipe and connecting wire Fig 6 with adhesive tape.
[Outdoor Unit Installation] • If installation brackets for installing outdoor unit are needed, user could buy the brackets from our company or agents（Fig.10）. • Assemble the mounting frame and supports with the attached 6 screws (M12x25), plain washers, spring washers, and nuts. • Drill 4 or more holes on the wall according to the feet size of the air conditioner. Determine the locations for mounting left and right supports. Ensure that the left and right supports are on the same level.
[Tubing Connection] • Detach the valve cover of outdoor unit. • Align flaring nut to the thread center, and screw the nut tightly by hand. • Screw tightly the flaring nut with torque spanner until the torque spanner produces "click” sound. • It is recommended to use torque spanner to connect the tubing. If other flexible or fixed spanner is used, it may damage the horn mouth due to improper force.
[Connection of Wires] 1. Indoor unit (fig.12) • Open the panel upwards and open directly to Electric the maximum. • Open the electrical cover. • Secure the connection wires to the terminal Wiring diagram Open Close block according to the wiring diagram on the electrical cover. • Press the connecting wire tightly with the Fig 12 pressure plate. • Close the electrical cover, secure the electrical cover with screws, and close the panel.
Connecting diagram for 12K,18K.
Notes: • Earthing screw must use special screw (stainless machining screws or copper screws M4) • Ensure that all wires are securely connected, will not loose or separate. • Ensure that wire connections are carried out according to the wiring diagram of the air conditioner. • The above figures are only schematic, and they may be slightly different from the actual appliances you select. Tube Strapping • Strapping with PVC Protective tape must be careful, do not damage the pipeline and drain pipe.
Exhaust • Make sure that all the tubes of indoor and outdoor unit are connecting well. • Take off valve bonnet from two-way and three-way valves by spanner; connect vacuum pump and compound valve to the service valve bonnet. • Open the low-pressure switch of compound valve, and run vacuum pump until units’ internal pressure at 10 mmHg. • After pump vacuum, close the low-pressure switch of compound valve, and then close 。 vacuum pump.
[Drainage] 1. No need drainage treatment In regions where become cold in the winter, don't install the drain elbow joint to prevent drain water from freezing and causing the fan to be damaged. This drainage treatment is not necessary for cooling-only type air conditioner. 2. When need drainage treatment Please use drain elbow joint (in accessory bag). Outdoor unit should be placed on blocks.
Product Introduction [Protect Functions] Protect functions can prolong the air conditioner's service life and provide more comfortable airflow. Delay-starting protection for the compressor The compressor will restart working at least 3 minutes (5 minutes in heating mode) after being turned off to keep the pressure balance of the cooling system. Remarks: There will be 1 minute for the compressor to work after the unit is electrified for the first time.
Description of Components [View of Unit] Air inlet Indoor Unit Air outlet Power cord Pipe and wires Outdoor Unit Air outlet Drain pipe Remarks: The air conditioner is consisting of indoor unit, outdoor unit and remote controller. The design and shape are different for different models. The above figures are only schematic, and they may be slightly different from the actual appliances you selected.
[Display Screen] The display can show the set temperature, error codes or timing time. This signal light is on when the unit is in timer. This signal light is on when the compressor is running. Flashing on behalf of searching, lighting on behalf of WIFI completed connection, which means WIFI function can be operation and application. (For more details, please refer to the WIFI instruction manual) This signal light is on when the unit is in health function.
[Remote Controller] Remarks: 1.The function and display of Heat is not available for cooling-only air conditioner. 2. HEAT, AUTO function and display are not available for cooling-only type air conditioner. 3. If user want to make the room air cool or warm quickly, user can press “turbo” button in cooling or heating mode, air conditioner will run in power function. If press “turbo” button again, air conditioner will exit power function. 4.
[Remote Controller Display] Instruction for remote controller The remote controller uses two AAA alkaline batteries under normal condition, the batteries last for about 6 months. Please use two new batteries of similar type (pay attention to the poles in installing). When using remote controller, please point the signal emitter towards indoor unit receiver; There should be no obstacle between remote controller and indoor unit. Pressing two buttons simultaneously will result wrong operation.
Service and Maintenance Careful maintenance and overhaul in advance can prolong the air conditioner’ s service life and save electricity charges. Caution: 1. Stop air conditioner by remote controller and pull off the plug before service and maintenance. 2. Do not stand on unstable objects when you clean or service air conditioner, or it may cause personnel injury. 3. Do not touch the metal part of the body when you remove the front panel, or it may cause personnel injury.
[No Use for Long Time] Swing 3-4 hours to dry the internal air conditioner. Stop operation by remote controller, then cut off the power source of air conditioner. Maintain air filter net. Take out batteries from remote controller. [Recommendations for Energy Saving] Appropriate Temp Setting It is harmful to health if the room is too cold. Avoid Direct Sunlight When it is cooling, please use curtain or blind to obstruct direct sunlight.
Trouble Shooting [Air Conditioner is in Error] Checking before service. Phenomenon Checking Items Air conditioner do not operate at all 1.Check whether the power is disconnected. 2. Check whether the breaker is switched on or the fuse is burnt. 3. Check the remote controller batteries. 4.Check whether radio equipment is used within 1m around the unit. Poor cooling or heating performance 1.Check whether the air inlet or outlet is blocked. 2.Check whether dust is blocking the filter. 3.
TROUBLESSHOOTING & WARRANTY BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE IF THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILS TO OPERATE A) Check to make sure that the air conditioner is plugged insecurely, if it is not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely. B) Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to be operating properly, test the outlet with another appliance. C) Check if electricity to the main power switch of the unit appears to be working.
12,000 BTU/18,000 BTU Ductless Mini Split Air Conditioner with Heat Pump INSTRUCTION MANUAL Wi-Fi Feature is only available for Wi-Fi enabled model
1.. Instruction Smart air conditioner is an air conditioner with Wi‐Fi remote control system. It could be controlled by your smartphone with 2.4G Wi‐Fi, 2G, 3G ,4G network. 1.1 Power off the air conditioner, Open the air conditioner panel as shown in the figure. 1.2 Unscrew WiFi box screws. 1.
2. App download link Address：http://e.tuya.com/smartlife Scan the QR code to download Smart App Note: After the initial installation of iOS version, may be prompted to remind, as shown below. Go to Phone Settings ‐ General – Profiles & Device Management, tap on“Hangzhou Miaoyong Technology…”‐“Verify Apps”, and select “Verify”. Then open App again 3. Operation instruction 3.1. Register account： When you open the App for the first time, start your registration.
tap on “Next” and receive a verification code. Type in the code and confirm your password, and then tap on “Confirm”. After successful verification, registration process is finished and App goes to the home page. 3.2. How to add device? 3.2.1Please make sure that the device is on the pending status awaiting to be connected. If not, please reset the device via the following procedures: Long press the reset‐button for 5s－ buzzer sounds－ the WIFI icon on device is quickly flashing (approx. 3 times/s).
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3.3. What if connection failed? When the connection failed, you could see the the App interface as shown in the screenshot below. Please try to configure network again or switch to AP mode. 3.3.1. Continue to connect by switching other connection mode. 1.Tap on【AP mode】 , configure network via AP mode with the following procedures. 2.
flashing (approx. 1.5 times/s). It indicates the Air conditioner has entered into AP mode 3. Connect to device hotspot: Tap on 【Connect】 (open phone settings‐WLAN), connect to the hotspot named “SmartLife‐XXXX” (The name of WIFI may vary, depending on the actual product), then the network configuration starts as shown in the screenshot. 4. After successful network configuration, tap on “Done” and the device list interface appears. 3.3.2. Add device again from device list 1.
reset‐button for 5 seconds‐buzzer sounds－ device’s indicator light is slowly flashing (approx. 1.5 times/s). It indicates the Air conditioner has entered into AP mode 4. Connect to device’s hotspot: Tap 【 Connect】 (open phone settings‐WLAN), connect to the hotspot named “SmartLife‐XXXX” (The name of WIFI may vary, depending on the actual product), then the network configuration starts as shown in thescreenshot. 5. After successful network configuration, tap on “Done” and the device list interface appears.
3.5. Modify device name Tap on upper right corner of the main control interface, select 【Modify】 , type in the new device name on the pop‐up dialog, and tap on 【Save】. 3.6. Delete device or Reconnection 3.6.1Tap on upper right corner of the main control interface, select【Remove device】 , the dialog pops up to notify you whether to remove device. Tap on 【Confirm】 , device will be removed from the App and switched to reset status.
3.6.2 Long press the reset‐button for 5s－ buzzer sounds－ the WIFI icon on device is quickly flashing, It will force an existing connection to be disconnected and needs to be re paired. 3.7. Share device Tap on【Home Management】 , select 【Home name】 ‐【Add Member】,input the account you want to share. in other’s account number, tap on【Confirm】 . The person would receive the sharing settings and easily control the device with smartphone App.
Remarks: If you sign in with a third‐party account (Email address, Facebook and Twitter), you need to bind to your mobile number in order to share device with others. 3.8. Vibration and sound On 【Profile】 page, tap on 【Settings】 button at upper right corner. You could then turn/off vibration or sound, as shown in the screenshot below. 4. Profile 4.1. Logout On 【Profile】 page, tap on the personal profile menu, you could then logout the current account.
4.2. Modify profile information On【profile】 page, tap on the personal profile menu to modify the profile picture, name and other account information. 4.3. FAQ&Feedback On【profile】 page, tap on【Faq&qFeedback】 menu to submit your feedback.
5.WIFI Attentions 5.1 Important notifications To prevent unnecessary harm, please keep in mind of the following notifications Please don’t use Wi‐Fi where the wireless device is not allowed, such as airport, medical places and etc. Please don’t turn on your smartphone in dangerous places, such as gas station, fuel or chemicals manufactures, and etc. Please don’t use mismatched devices. Please find a qualified repair man to fix the Wi‐Fi.
BHI Air Conditioner Limited Warranty Statement The following limited warranty shall apply to only the Original Purchaser, at Original Installation Site, of the BHI products used without interruption by the Original Purchaser. BHI AIR CONDITIONER LIMITED WARRANTY Subject to the terms and conditions set forth below, Best Houseware Inc.
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