CARE AND MAINTENANCE
!The air conditioner requires proper care and maintenance for efficient operation. A periodic inspection and cleaning may be available from your dealer or distributor. Be sure to ask about this service at the time of installation. The user can also perform some of the care and maintenance. Please follow these instructions.
!Be sure to disconnect the power supply before undertaking any inspection.
!Open the RETURN AIR GRILLE and remove the air filters. Clean by washing or with a vacuum cleaner. Dry the filters before putting them back on the unit.
!Do not operate the air conditioner without the air filters in it. Remember that the filters protect the coil from getting dirty. A dirty coil is more difficult to clean than a dirty filter. Clean the filters at least twice a month and more if the environment is dusty.
!CLEAN THE UNIT: Clean with a wet soft cloth. Do not wash the air conditioner. Never use the following to clean the air conditioner.
•Hot water above 104°F (40°C).
•Volatile substances like benzene, gasoline, thinner and other solvents.
END OF SEASON:
!When the air conditioner is to stop operating for prolonged periods, for example, at the end of the season, please follow these instructions before shut down.
Operate the unit at the following setting for 2 to 3 hours.
•Type of Operation: Cool
•Temperature setting: 86°F (30°C).
•This will dry up any residual water in the unit.
•Remove the batteries from the Remote Controller.
!Use car wax on the painted surface of the outdoor unit.
START UP: Operation after prolonged period
!Clean the unit and the filter as described above.
!Operate the FAN ONLY for half a day to remove any moisture that may have accumulated inside the unit.