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01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 1 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM CONTENTS READ BEFORE OPERATION Safety precautions ......................................... 2 Names of parts............................................... 4 Preparation Before Operation ........................ 7 OPERATION AUTO · DRY · COOL · HEAT · FAN Operation ..................................................... 10 Adjusting the Air Flow Direction ................... 12 POWERFUL Operation ................................
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 2 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM READ BEFORE OPERATION Safety precautions • • • • Keep this manual where the operator can easily find them. Read this manual attentively before starting up the unit. For safety reason the operator must read the following cautions carefully. This manual classifies precautions into WARNINGS and CAUTIONS. Be sure to follow all precautions below: they are all important for ensuring safety.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 3 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM • Do not stand or sit on the outdoor unit. Do not place any object on the unit to avoid injury, do not remove the fan guard. • Do not place anything under the indoor or outdoor unit that must be kept away from moisture. In certain conditions, moisture in the air may condense and drip. • After a long use, check the unit stand and fittings for damage. • Do not touch the air inlet and aluminum fins of outdoor unit. It may cause injury.
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01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 5 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ Outdoor Unit 17 22 19 20 21 18 ■ Indoor Unit 1. Air filter 2. Photocatalytic deodorizing filter and Air purifying filter: • These filters are attached to the inside of the air filters. 12. Indoor Unit ON/OFF switch: (page 10.) • Push this switch once to start operation. Push once again to stop it. • The operation mode refers to the following table. 3. Air inlet Mode 4. Front grille FTKS FTXS 5. Grille tab 6.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 6 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ Remote Controller 1 ON 2 C 5 HOME LEAVE ON/OFF 3 POWERFUL TEMP MODE SILENT FAN 6 4 7 SWING SENSOR 8 9 10 11 ON 12 CANCEL 15 16 OFF TIMER 14 13 < ARC433A1, A2 > 1. Signal transmitter: • It sends signals to the indoor unit. 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.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 7 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Preparation Before Operation ■ To set the batteries 1. Press with a finger and slide the front cover to take it off. Position + and – correctly! 2 – + + 2. Set two dry batteries (AAA). – 3. Set the front cover as before. 3 1 ATTENTION ■ About batteries • When replacing the batteries, use batteries of the same type, and replace the two old batteries together. • When the system is not used for a long time, take the batteries out.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 8 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Preparation Before Operation ■ 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. • Do not drop the remote controller. Do not get it wet. • The maximum distance for communication is about 7 m. Receiver ■ To fix the remote controller holder on the wall 1.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 9 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ To set the clock 1. Press “CLOCK button”. is displayed. C blinks. 2. Press “TIMER setting button” to set the clock to the present time. ” or “ Holding down “ ” button rapidly increases or decreases the time display. 3. Press “CLOCK button”. blinks. ■ Turn the breaker ON • Turning ON the breaker opens the flap, then closes it again. (This is a normal procedure.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 10 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM OPERATION 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 C 1. Press “MODE selector button” and select a operation mode. • Each pressing of the button advances the mode setting in sequence.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 11 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ To change the air flow rate setting 5. Press “FAN setting button”. DRY mode AUTO or COOL or HEAT or FAN mode Five levels of air flow rate setting from “ plus “ ”“ ” to “ ” ” are available. The air flow rate setting is not variable. • Indoor unit quiet operation When the air flow is set to “ ”, the noise from the indoor unit will become quieter. Use this when making the noise quieter.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 12 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Adjusting the Air Flow Direction You can adjust the air flow direction to increase your comfort. ■ To adjust the horizontal blades (flaps) ON C 1. Press “SWING button”. The display will light up and the flaps will begin to swing. 2. When the flaps have reached the desired position, press “SWING button” once more. The display will go blank. The flaps will stop moving.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 13 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ To adjust the vertical blades (louvers) Hold the knob and move the louvers. (You will find a knob on the left-side and the right-side blades.) Notes on flaps and louvers angles • When “ SWING button ” is selected, the flaps swinging range depends on the operation mode. (See the figure.) ■ ATTENTION • Always use a remote controller to adjust the flaps angle.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 14 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM POWERFUL Operation POWERFUL operation quickly maximizes the cooling (heating) effect in any operation mode. You can get the maximum capacity . ■ To start POWERFUL operation ON 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. • When using POWERFUL operation, there are some functions which are not available.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 15 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM OUTDOOR UNIT SILENT Operation OUTDOOR UNIT SILENT 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 SILENT operation C 1. Press “SILENT button”. ■ To cancel OUTDOOR UNIT SILENT operation 2. Press “SILENT button” again.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 16 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM HOME LEAVE Operation HOME LEAVE operation is a function which allows you to record your preferred temperature and air flow rate settings. ■ To start HOME LEAVE operation 1. Press “HOME LEAVE button” . C • The HOME LEAVE lamp lights up. ON OFF ■ To cancel HOME LEAVE operation 1, 2 HOME LEAVE ON/OFF POWERFUL TEMP MODE SILENT FAN 2. Press “HOME LEAVE button” again. • The HOME LEAVE lamp goes off.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 17 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ What’s the HOME LEAVE operation Is there a set temperature and air flow rate which is most comfortable, a set temperature and air flow rate which you use the most? HOME LEAVE operation is a function that allows you to record your favorite set temperature and air flow rate. You can start your favorite operation mode simply by pressing the HOME LEAVE button on the remote controller. This function is convenient in the following situations.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 18 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM INTELLIGENT EYE Operation “INTELLIGENT EYE” is the infrared sensor which detects the human movement. ■ To start INTELLIGENT EYE operation C 1. Press “SENSOR button”. ■ To cancel the INTELLIGENT EYE operation 2. Press “SENSOR button” again. [EX.] HOME LEAVE ON/OFF POWERFUL TEMP MODE SILENT FAN SWING SENSOR 1, 2 When somebody in the room ON • Normal operation CANCEL OFF TIMER When nobody in the room • 20 min.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 19 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ To adjust the angle of the INTELLIGENT EYE sensor • You can adjust the angle of the INTELLIGENT EYE sensor to increase the detection area. (Adjustable angle: 15° to right and left of centre) 15˚ 15˚ • Gently push and slide the sensor to adjust the angle. • After adjusting the angle, wipe the sensor gently with a clean cloth, being careful not to scratch the sensor.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 20 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM TIMER 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 C • Check that the clock is correct. If not, set the clock to the present time. (page 9.) HOME LEAVE ON/OFF 1. Press “OFF TIMER button”. POWERFUL TEMP MODE SILENT FAN is displayed. blinks. 2.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 21 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ To use ON TIMER operation • Check that the clock is correct. If not, set the clock to the present time (page 9.). 1. Press “ON TIMER button”. C is displayed. blinks. 2. Press “TIMER Setting button” until the time setting reaches the point you like. • Every pressing of either button increases or decreases the time setting by 10 minutes. Holding down either button changes the setting rapidly. 3. Press “ON TIMER button” again.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 22 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Note for Multi System 〈〈 What is a “Multi System”? 〉〉 This system has one outdoor unit connected to multiple indoor units. Functions depend on the model. See the list of functions and applicable models (*2) on the next page. ■ Selecting the Operation Mode 1.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 23 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM ■ 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.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 24 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM CARE Care and Cleaning CAUTION Before cleaning, be sure to stop the operation and turn the breaker OFF. Units ■ Indoor unit, Outdoor unit and Remote controller 1. Wipe them with dry soft cloth. ■ Front grille 1. Open the front grille. • Hold the grille by the tabs on the two sides and lift it unitl it stops with a click. 2. Remove the front grille.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 25 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Filters 1. Open the front grille. (page 24) 2. Pull out the air filters. • Push a little upwards the tab at the center of each air filter, then pull it down. 3. Take off the air purifying filter, photocatalytic deodorizing filter. Photocatalytic deodorizing filter • Hold the recessed parts of the frame and unhook the four claws. 4. Clean or replace each filter. See below. Filter frame Air purifying filter 5.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 26 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Check Check that the base, stand and other fittings of the outdoor unit are not decayed or corroded. Check that nothing blocks the air inlets and the outlets of the indoor unit and the outdoor unit. Check that the earth wire is not disconnected or broken. Check that the drain comes smoothly out of the drain hose during COOL or DRY operation. • If no drain water is seen, water may be leaking from the indoor unit.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 27 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM TROUBLE SHOOTING Trouble Shooting These cases are not troubles. The following cases are not air conditioner troubles but have some reasons. You may just continue using it. Case Explanation Operation does not start soon. • When ON/OFF button was pressed soon after operation was stopped. • When the mode was reselected. • This is to protect the air conditioner. You should wait for about 3 minutes.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 28 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Check again. Please check again before calling a repair person. Case The air conditioner does not operate. (OPERATION lamp is off) Check • Hasn’t a breaker turned OFF or a fuse blown? • Isn’t it a power failure? • Are batteries set in the remote controller? • Is the timer setting correct? Cooling (Heating) effect is poor.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 29 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Call the service shop immediately. WARNING ■When an abnormality (such as a burning smell) occurs, stop operation and turn the breaker OFF. Continued operation in an abnormal condition may result in troubles, electric shocks or fire. Consult the service shop where you bought the air conditioner. ■Do not attempt to repair or modify the air conditioner by yourself. Incorrect work may result in electric shocks or fire.
01_EN_3P098574-1D_1.book Page 30 Wednesday, May 7, 2003 4:10 PM Fault diagnosis FAULT DIAGNOSIS BY REMOTE CONTROLLER In the ARC433A series, the temperature display sections on the main unit indicate corresponding codes. 1. When the TIMER CANCEL button is held down for 5 seconds, a “ ” indication flashes on the temperature display section. ON C HOME LEAVE ON/OFF POWERFUL TEMP MODE SILENT FAN ON SWING SENSOR CANCEL TIMER CANCEL button It cancels the timer setting. OFF TIMER 2.
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