CLEANING AND CARE
WARNING!
CAUTION!
Before cleaning the plasma filter unit, be sure to turn off the power supply to the air conditioner. Electric shock may result.
●Make sure the plasma filter unit is properly mounted before cleaning or performing other tasks on it. If the unit is not properly mounted, it could fall off and cause damage or injury.
●You can be injured if you touch the heat exchanger when removing or installing the plasma filter unit. Do not insert your fingers between the plasma filter unit and the heat exchanger.
Cleaning the Intake Grille
1. Remove the Intake Grille.
1Place your fingers at both lower ends of the grille panel, and lift forward; if the grille seems to catch partway through its movement, continue lifting up- ward to remove.
2Pull past the intermediate catch and open the Intake Grill wide so that it become horizontal.
Intake Grille
Intake Grille
Mounting
shaft
Knob
2. Clean with water.
Remove dust with a vacuum cleaner; wipe the unit with warm water, then dry with a clean, soft cloth.
3. Replace the Intake Grille.
1Pull the knobs all the way.
2Hold the grille horizontal and set the left and right mounting shafts into the bearings at the top of the panel.
Cleaning the Air Filter
1. Open the Intake Grille, and remove the air filter.
Lift up the air filter’s handle, disconnect the two lower tabs, and pull out.
Air filter handle
2. Remove dust with a vacuum cleaner or by washing.
After washing, allow to dry thoroughly in a shaded place.
3.Replace the Air Filter and close the Intake Grille.
1 Align the sides of the Air Filter with the panel, and push in fully, making sure the two lower tabs are re- turned properly to their holes in the panel.
2Close the Intake Grille.
(For purposes of example, the illustration shows the unit without Intake Grille installed.)
Intake Grille
Mounting shaft Bearing
● Dust can be cleaned from the Air Filter either with a |
vacuum cleaner, or by washing the filter in a solution of |
mild detergent and warm water. If you wash the filter, be |
Knob
Intake Grille
Mounting
shaft
Knob
sure to allow it to dry thoroughly in a shady place before |
reinstalling. |
● If dirt is allowed to accumulate on the Air Filter, air flow |
will be reduced, lowering operating efficiency and in- |
creasing noise. |
● During periods of normal use, the Air Filters should be |
cleaned every two weeks. |
●When used for extended periods, the unit may accumulate dirt inside, reducing its performance. We recommend that the unit be inspected regularly, in addition to your own cleaning and care. For more information, consult authorized service personnel.
●When cleaning the unit’s body, do not use water hotter than 108 °F, harsh abrasive cleansers, or volatile agents like benzene or thinner.
●Do not expose the unit body to liquid insecticides or hairsprays.
●When shutting down the unit for one month or more, first allow the fan mode to operate continuously for about
