Maintenance /Service
!WARNING
•Disconnect the power before cleaning.
•Make sure there is no power to the unit before beginning to maintain or repair the unit in order to prevent accidents caused by electrical shock.
Cleaning the air filter
If the air filter is blocked with a lot of dust, the air flow volume will be reduced. Clean the filter once every two weeks.
Open and clean the air filter:
1.Pull the filter out as shown in the drawing.
2.Take out the air filter from the filter cover.
3.Wash the air filter by immersing it gently into warm (about 40°C or 104°F) water with a neutral detergent or vacuum the filter clean.
4.Rinse the filter and dry it thoroughly in a shaded place.
5.Install the air filter back to its original place.
Cleaning the air conditioner
Clean the surface of the unit with a damp cloth, then dry using a duster or similar.
!CAUTION
Do not use chemical solvent (like benzene or alcohol) to clean the surface of the unit. If you do so, the surface may be scratched, damaged or even cause the case to become deformed.
Preparation for storage
1.Turn off the air conditioner, disconnect the power.
2.Perform proper maintenance to the air filter and other parts.
3.Open the base stopper to drain out all of the water from the base. Operating the unit in fan only mode for 12 hours will help ensure there is no moisture within the unit.
4.Cover the unit to prevent dust or filth from entering the unit.
Prior to operating seasons
1.Check to ensure that the air inlets and outlets of the unit are not blocked.
2.Make sure that air filter is properly in place before operat- ing the machine. If the machine is operated with air filter removed, dust and foreign objects will result in faulty per- formance of the air conditioner.
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Power Sources
! WARNING
•Make sure the unit is installed in an accessible location.
•Do not locate the unit in direct sunlight so as to avoid discol- oration of the plastic.
•Do not use the unit in water or near water to avoid electrical shock.
•Do not use near gas appliances, fires or in the vicinity of flammable liquids.
•Only operate the unit in the appropriate upright position.
•Do not use a damaged or improper AC socket.
•When unplugging the unit, hold the power plug securely and pull it out carefully.
•Never use an extension cord with this air conditioner.
Other Warnings
•Keep the unit one meter away from TV sets or radios to avoid the risk of electromagnetic interference.
•Ensure that the discharge air outlet is free from obstruc- tions and not impeded by walls or other structures.
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