CARE AND CLEANING

1.For safety, be sure to turn the air conditioner off and also to

disconnect the power before cleaning.

2.Do not pour water on the indoor unit to clean it. This will damage the internal components and cause an electric shock hazard.

Casing and Grille (Indoor Unit)

Clean the casing and grille of the indoor unit with a vacuum cleaner brush, or wipe them with a clean, soft cloth.

If these parts are stained, use a clean cloth moistened with a mild liquid detergent. When cleaning the grille, be careful not to force the vanes out of place.

 

 

1.

Never use solvents, or harsh

CAUTION

 

 

 

chemicals when cleaning the indoor

 

 

 

 

 

 

unit. Do not wipe the plastic casing

 

 

2.

using very hot water.

 

 

Some metal edges and the fins are

 

 

 

sharp and may cause injury if

 

 

 

handled improperly; be especially

 

 

3.

careful when you clean these parts.

 

 

The internal coil and other

 

 

 

components of the outdoor unit

 

 

 

must be cleaned every year. Consult

 

 

 

your dealer or service center.

 

 

 

 

Anti-Mold Filter

The anti-mold filter behind the front panel should be checked and cleaned at least once every two weeks.

How to remove the anti-mold filter

Grasp both ends of the front panel and pull forward and up to open the front panel. Lift the anti-mold filter up slightly to disengage the protrusions from the hooks on the unit, and then pull downward to remove the filter from the unit.

Front panel

Anti-mold filter Protrusions

Cleaning

Use a vacuum cleaner to remove light dust. If there is sticky dust on the filter, wash the filter in lukewarm, soapy water, rinse it in clean water, and dry it.

How to replace the anti-mold filter

Insert the top of the anti-mold filter, and then fit the protrusions on the bottom of the filter all the way into the hooks on the unit. Press the locations marked by the arrows and close the front panel.

Air Clean Filter

The air clean filter removes dust and dirt from the air, and reduces odors and smoke from tobacco.

This air clean filter cannot remove harmful gases or vapors nor ventilate air in the room. You must open doors or windows frequently when you use gas or oil heating appliances. Otherwise there is a risk of suffocation in extreme cases.

How to install the air clean filter

The air clean filter needs to be installed behind the anti-mold filter. Open the front panel and remove the anti-mold filters, then install the air clean filter in the position shown in the figure. After that, remount the anti-mold filters and close the front panel.

Air clean filter

NOTE

Do not bend nor give excessive force onto the air clean filter.

If the filter surface is heavily blocked with dirt or damaged, replace it with new one. Purchase a replacement filter at your local dealer. (model STK-FWWB)

Cleaning the main unit and remote control unit

Wipe clean using a soft, dry cloth.

To remove stubborn dirt, moisten a cloth in warm water no hotter than 40 °C, wring thoroughly, and then wipe.

The front panel can be removed in order to wash it with water.

Removing and remounting the front panel

1.Open the front panel until it is nearly horizontal, grasp the sections near the front panel arms on both sides, and then remove the panel by pushing the arms towards the outside while pulling the panel towards you.

Front panel

Arm

2.Grasp the sections near the front panel arms on both sides, and hold the front panel so that it is nearly horizontal. Push the arm shafts towards the outside so that they come into contact with the top of the indentations on the right and left sides of the air conditioner. Then push firmly until the arm shafts click into place. After closing the front panel, press firmly on the parts indicated by the arrows to securely fasten the panel in place. Also refer to the figure that shows “How to replace the anti- mold filter”.

CAUTION

When using a footstool or the like, be careful not to let it tip over.

Washing the front panel with water

Clean the front panel gently using a soft sponge, or the like. Then wipe away any remaining moisture.

Neutral detergent may be used to remove stubborn dirt. Then rinse thoroughly with water and wipe away any remaining moisture.

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