All about the Use &Care of your Split Type Room Air Conditioner Refer to Page 2 for table of contents. www.frigidaire.ca Canada 1-866-942-1567 2020323B2335 (June 2009) www.frigidaire.
Welcome to the world of simple handling and no worries Thank you for choosing Frigidaire. This manual contains all of the information required to guarantee your safety and the appropriate use of your air conditioner. Please read all of the instructions before using the air conditioner and keep this manual for future reference. We know you will enjoy your new air conditioner and thank you for choosing our product. We hope you will consider us for future purchase.
Contents 01. Welcome...........................................................................................01 02. Environmental advices..........................................................................01 03. Contents...............................................................................................02 04. Safety precautions.......................................................................04 05. Installation: 5.1 Choosing the installation site......................................
6.6 How the air conditioner works........................................ 37 - Automatic operation - Cool/heat and fan only operation - Dry operation - Airflow direction adjustment - Sleep mode - Timer operation - Optimal operation 6.7 How to use the indoor unit......................................................
Safety precautions This appliance must be installed by a qualified licensed HVAC technician in accordance with all applicable codes. All electrical connections should be performed by a licensed electrician. DANGER! Avoid Serious Injury or Death 1. Do not attempt to install the split air conditioner by yourself. 2. This air conditioner contains no user-serviceable parts. Always call an authorized Electrolux servicer for repairs. 3.
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classified by the following indications. 1. Connect with the power properly. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or fire due to excess heat generation. 2. Always ensure effective grounding. No grounding may cause electric shock. 3.
11.Do not open the unit during operation. It may cause electric shock or injury. 12.Do not drink water drained from air conditioner. It contains contaminants and could make you sick. 13.Do not disassemble or modify unit. It may cause failure of appliance and electric shock. 14.When the air filter is to be removed, do not touch the metal parts of the unit. It may cause an injury. 15.When the unit is to be cleaned, switch off, and turn off the circuit breaker.
Product description 1 Front panel 2 Air filter 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (beneath front panel ) Horizontal airflow grille Vertical airflow grille Temperature sensor (inside the indoor unit) Panel Infrared signal receiver Refrigerant gas connector Remote control Connecting cable 3 Detection valve Drain hose and refrigerant connecting pipe Air inlet 2 1 Indoor unit 4 Air outlet 7 6 5 9 12 Air inlet Attention All the pictures in this manual are for explanation purpose only.
Display panel (indoor unit) 13 AUTO indicator: This indicator illuminates when the air conditioner is in AUTO operation 14 DEFROST indicator (Only for models with heating function): This indicator illuminates when the air conditioner starts defrosting automatically or when the warm air control feature is activated in heating operation. FAN**: The indicator will flash when the unit is in Fan mode.
Remote control Remote control operation 1. Operation mode: Cool, Heat (Only for models with heating function), DRY, FAN, and AUTO (Automatic). 2. 24 hrs Timer. 3. Internal temperature range selection: 62ºF - 88ºF 4. LCD 5. Night light operation mode. REMOTE CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS Rated voltage Lowest voltage of CPU emiting signal Transmission distance Environment 3V 2.4 V 26.25 feet* 23ºF ~ 140ºF * With 3 V, reaches 36 feet Attention 1.
When should the batteries be replaced 1. There is not a “beep” anymore from the indoor unit when using the control remote or the signal light indicator does not light. 2. The indoor unit does not respond to the remote control commands to activate the programs. To replace batteries 1. Slide out the battery compartment cover ( located at the back of the remote control). 2. Install two AAA batteries in the compartment (indicated in the drawing located inside the compartment). 3. Slide in the cover. 4.
Remote control description 1 2 TEMP :Press the button to decrease the indoor temperature setting. Cooling and heating model MODE: Each time you press the button, a mode is selected in a sequence that goes from AUTO, COOL, DRY, HEAT*, and FAN, as the following figure indicates: 72 AUTO COOL DRY HEAT* FAN * Note: Only for models with heating function 3 4 5 6 SWING: Press this button and hold pressing for more than 1 second, the louver will swing up and down automatically.
louver is 6o for each press. When the louver swings at a certain angle which would affect the cooling and heating effect of the air conditioner, it would automatically change the swing direction . No symbol will appear in the display area when pressing this button. (Not applicable to units without this function). 7 LED (screen): Press this button to erase the digits that are shown in the screen of the air conditioner. Press again to activate.
LCD display indicators 17 18 17 19 16 18 19 16 20 AUTO COOL DRY 15 88 20 FAN AUTO HIGH COOL MED DRY LOW HEAT 21 15 88 FAN HIGH MED LOW 21 Display: Cooling and Heating model Display: Cooling model NOTE: All signs shown in the display is for the purpose of clear presentation. But during the actual operation only the relative functional signs are shown on the display panel. 15 LOCK Indicator: LOCK display is displayed by pushing the LOCK button.
How the air conditioner works Automatic operation When the Air Conditioner is ready for use, switch on the power and the OPERATION indicator lamp on the display panel of the indoor unit starts flashing. 1. Use the MODE button to select AUTO. 2. Press the TEMP button to set the desired room temperature. The most comfortable temperature setting are between 70ºF o to 82ºF. 3. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air conditioner. The OPERATION lamp on the display panel of the indoor unit lights.
DRY operation Due to the difference between the set temperature of the unit and the actual indoor temperature, the Air Conditioner in DRY mode will automatically switch the operation modes between COOL and FAN ONLY many times. ng Co oli nly Fa no oli Co no nly ng . Fa 1. Press the MODE button to select DRY. 2. Press the TEMP button to set the desired temperature from 70ºF to 82ºF. 3. Press the ON/OFF button, the operation lamp lights and the air conditioner starts to operate in the DRY mode.
SLEEP mode Press the sleep button to activate the sleep mode. To deactivate, press the button again.
To set the stopping time 1. Press the TIMER OFF button and the remote controller will show TIMER OFF, the last set time for the stopping operation and the signal "h" will be shown on the DIGITAL DISPLAY area. You are now ready to reset the time for the stopping operation. 2. Push the TIMER OFF button again to set the time you want to stop the operation. 3. After setting the TIMER OFF, there will be a one-half second delay before the remote controller transmits the signal to the air conditioner.
How to use the indoor unit Adjusting air flow direction Adjust the air flow direction properly otherwise, it might cause discomfort or cause uneven room temperatures. Adjust the horizontal louver using the remote controller. Adjust the vertical louver manually.
Press AIR DIRECTION button(on some models) to lock louver in desired position. The AIR DIRECTION and SWING buttons will be disabled when the air conditioner is not in operation (including when the TIMER ON is set). Do not operate the air conditioner for long periods with the air flow direction set downward in cooling or dry mode. Otherwise, condensation may occur on the surface of the horizontal louver and drop on to the floor or on furnishings. Do not move the horizontal louver manually.
Manual operation (without remote control) Manual operation can be used temporarily in case you can not find the remote controller or its batteries are exhausted. 1. Open and lift the front panel up to an angle until it remains fixed with a clicking sound. 2. One press of the manual control button will lead to the forced AUTO operation. 3. Close the panel firmly to its original position.
Maintenance Cleaning the indoor unit and remote controller 1. It is necessary to stop the air conditioner and disconnect the power supply before cleaning. 2. Use a dry cloth to wipe the indoor unit and remote controller. 3. A cloth dampened with cold water may be used on the indoor unit if it is very dirty. 4. The front panel of the indoor unit can be removed and cleaned with water. Then wipe it with a dry cloth. 5. Do not use a chemically treated cloth or duster to clean the unit. 6.
for a couple of hours. 7. Insert the fresh air filter(if so equipped) in its original place. 8. Insert the upper part of the air filter (Fresh air filter if so equipped + support frame) back into the unit keeping in mind that the outside border (right and left) are lined up correctly, then place the whole filter in its initial position. Fresh air filter(if so equipped) Bracket Fresh air filter(if so equipped) Fig.1 Fig.2 Support frame Support frame Fresh air filter(if so equipped) Fig.
Operation tips The following events may occur during normal operation. Protection of the air conditioner. Compressor protection The compressor can't restart for 3 minutes after it stops. Anti-cold air (Only for models with heating function) The unit is designed not to blow cold air in HEAT mode, when the indoor heat exchanger is in one of the following three situations and the set temperature has not been reached. 1. When heating has just starting. 2. Defrosting. 3. Low temperature heating.
long time or during first use of the unit. A peculiar smell comes out from the indoor unit. This is because the indoor unit gives off smells permeated from building material, furniture or smoke. The air conditioner turns to FAN only mode from COOL or HEAT (Only for models with heating function) mode. When indoor temperature reaches the temperature setting on air conditioner, the compressor will stop automatically, and the air conditioner turns to FAN only mode.
Solutions for problems If your air conditioner malfunctions, check the following information to find solutions or probable causes of the failure. Do not try to repair the unit by yourself, if these solutions do not solve the failures, call your local service repair team. Poor Equipment performance 1. The air outlet or inlet of outdoor unit is obstructed. 2. The outdoor temperature is high due to direct sunlight or another heat source. 3. Heater or a cooking stove is being used in the same room. 4.
Major Appliance 5 Year Parts Only Limited Warranty Your appliance is covered by a five year parts only limited warranty. For five years from your original date of purchase, Electrolux will pay for the cost of replacement parts used in the repair of the appliance if the original parts prove to be defective in materials or workmanship when such appliance is installed, used and maintained in accordance with the provided instructions. Exclusions 49 This limited warranty does not cover the following: 1.
Major Appliance 5 Year Parts Only Limited Warranty DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES; LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER'S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED PARTS ONLY WARRANTY SHALL BE THE COST OF REPLACEMENT PARTS AS PROVIDED HEREIN. CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW, BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR.
