OWNER'S INSTRUCTIONS Model: AAC5040 AAC5040-1 Window-type Room Air Conditioner (Cool) E F DB98-16356A(2) DB98-15112A
Safety Precautions The following safety precautions must be taken when installing and using your air conditioner. 1 The air conditioner must be plugged into its own specific power source, which must be installed in compliance with national wiring, earthing and safety regulations. Depending on national regulations and your specific installation, you may need to install: ◆ A circuit breaker For further information on electrical requirements, contact a professional electrician.
Contents ◆ PREPARING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER ■ ■ ■ Safety Precautions ......................................................................................... Description of Each Component .................................................................... Getting Started ............................................................................................... 2 4 5 ◆ OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Cooling Your Room .........................................................................
Description of Each Component Design and shape are subject to change. Air outlet Outer air flow blades (up/down orientation) - Except AAC5040/AAC5040-1 Inner air flow blades (right/left orientation) Air outlet Ventilation lever - Except AAC5040/AAC5040-1 Air inlet (Inside) Air inlet (Outside) Air filter (Inside) Power plug (The type of power plug may differ, depending on the local power supply.
Getting Started Your Owner's Instructions contain much valuable information on using your air conditioner. Please take the time to read them as they will help you take full advantage of the unit's features.
Cooling Your Room You must select the COOL mode if you wish to adjust the: Cooling temperature Fan speed when Cooling 1 Turn the operating mode selection dial and set it to " Hi Cool " , " Med Cool " or " Low Cool ". Result: The air conditioner starts up in cool mode. You can change modes at any time. 2 Turn the THERMOSTAT control to the desired position. Possible temperatures: Can be set between 18 C and 29 C.
Ventilating Your Room If the air in your room is stale, you can ventilate the room using the Fan feature. (Except AAC5040/AAC5040-1) 1 If you wish to discharge stale air, push the ventilation lever on the front of the unit to the right and open position ( ). Result: The air inside the room circulates and stale air is discharged outside. Otherwise, push the ventilation lever to the left and closed position ( Result: 2 ). The air simply circulates inside the room.
Switching the Air Conditioner Off You can switch the air conditioner off whenever you want. 1 To switch the unit off, simply set the operating mode selection dial to the " OFF " position. Result: E-8 The air conditioner stops operating.
Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Horizontally Depending on the position of the unit in your room, you can adjust the orientation of the inner air flow blades on the unit. Adjust the air flow blades to the desired position by sliding them side to side. Adjusting the Air Flow Direction Vertically The outer air flow blades can be adjusted to control the vertical air flow direction. (Except AAC5040/AAC5040-1) RECOMMENDATION When... Adjust the blades to face... Cooling Upwards.
Power Failure If a power failure occurs, the air conditioner is switched off. When the power comes back on, the air conditioner starts up again automatically. Temperature and Humidity Ranges The follow ing table indicates the temperature and humidity ranges w ithin w hich the air conditioner can be used. E-10 Mode Indoor Temperature Outdoor Temperature Indoor Humidity Cooling 21 C to 32 C approx. 21 C to 43 C approx. 80% or less If the air conditioner is used at... Higher temperature Then...
Cleaning Your Air Conditioner Be sure to clean the air filter periodically to maintain the air conditioner in the best condition for a long period of time. When cleaning the air conditioner, turn it off and pull out the power plug. 1 Open the front grille by pulling the tabs on both sides of the grille. Then lift it up slightly to open the front grille completely. 2 Grab the tabs on the filter and pull it up and out. 3 Remove all dust on the air filter with a vacuum cleaner or brush.
Solving Common Problems Before contacting an authorized service center, perform the following simple checks. They may save you the time and the expense of an unnecessary call. E-12 Problem Explanation / Solution The air conditioner does not operate at all. ◆ Check for a power failure. ◆ Check the voltage. (See the technical specifications) ◆ Check the power plug for disconnection. ◆ Check to see whether the operating mode selection dial is placed in the " Off " position.
Technical Specifications Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
LIMITED AIR CONDITIONER WARRANTY This quality product is warranted to be free from manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship, provided that the unit is used under the normal operating conditions intended by the manufacturer. This warranty is available only to the person to whom the unit was originally sold by Danby or by an authorized distributor of Danby, and is non-transferable.
