Operating Instructions Split System Air Conditioner Model No. Indoor Units Outdoor Units CS-ME7NKE CU-5E34NBE CS-ME9NKE CS-ME12NKE ENGLISH Before operating the unit, read these operating instructions thoroughly and keep them for future reference. 2 ~ 19 ESPAÑOL 20 ~ 37 Antes de operar la unidad, lea atentamente estas instrucciones de funcionamiento y guárdelas para futuras consultas.
FEATURES This air conditioner is an inverter type unit that automatically adjusts capability as appropriate. Details on these functions are provided below; refer to these descriptions when using the air conditioner.
PRODUCT INFORMATION If you have problems or questions concerning your Air Conditioner, you will need the following information. Model and serial numbers are on the nameplate on the bottom of the cabinet. Model No. _______________________________________________________________________ Serial No.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • Read these Operating Instructions carefully before using this air conditioner. If you still have any difficulties or problems, consult your dealer for help. • This air conditioner is designed to give you comfortable room conditions. Use this only for its intended purpose as described in these Operating Instructions. Confirm to authorized dealer or specialist on usage of specified refrigerant type.
NOTICE • • The compressor may occasionally stop during thunderstorms. This is not a mechanical failure. The unit automatically recovers after a few minutes. The English text is the original instructions. Other languages are translation of the original instructions. Stop using the product when any abnormality/failure occurs and disconnect the power plug. (Risk of smoke/fire/electric shock) Examples of abnormality/ failure - The product sometimes does not start when turned on.
NAMES OF PARTS Air Intakes INDOOR UNIT UNIT DISPLAY AND OPERATION BUTTON INDOOR UNIT TIMER lamp OPERATION lamp Air Outlet Remote Controller OPERATION button (ON/OFF ) Drain Hose Refrigerant Tubes REMOTE CONTROL receiver IMPORTANT OUTDOOR UNIT Avoid using radio equipment such as mobile phone near (within 1 m) the remote control receiver. Some radio equipment may cause malfunction of the unit. If the trouble happens, disconnect power and restart the air conditioner after a few minutes.
REMOTE CONTROLLER (DISPLAY) Displayed when transmitting data Displayed when indoor unit sensor is in use Displayed when setting temperature Displayed when temperature is shown Displayed when setting timer Displayed when the time display is set to 12-hour time. Symbols (1) Operation mode (4) Timer AUTO ..................................... 24-hour clock with ON/OFF program Timer ....................... HEAT ...................................... ON Timer. .............................. MILD DRY ......
REMOTE CONTROLLER Transmitter When you press the buttons on the remote controller, the mark appears in the display to transmit the setting changes to the receiver in the air conditioner. Display Information on the operating conditions is displayed while the remote controller is switched on. If the unit is turned off, FLAP setting and FAN SPEED setting are not displayed. QUIET button : When you press this button, the fan rotates slower than the fan speed setting to provide a quieter operating sound.
Sensor A temperature sensor inside the remote controller senses the room temperature. ON/OFF operation button This button is for turning the air conditioner on and off. 1 HR. TIMER button (1-HOUR OFF TIMER) : When you press this button, regardless of whether the unit is operating or stopping, the unit operates for one hour and then shuts down. Temperature setting buttons (TEMP.) Press the button to increase the set temperature. Press the button to reduce the set temperature.
USING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER HOW TO INSTALL BATTERIES HOW TO USE THE REMOTE CONTROLLER When using the remote controller, always point the unit’s transmitter head directly at the air conditioner’s receiver. Air Conditioner (Indoor unit) Receiver Remote Controller (Transmitter head) ACL button 1. Slide the cover in the direction indicated by the arrow and remove it. 2. Install two AAA alkaline batteries. Make sure the batteries point in the direction marked in the battery compartment. 3.
OPERATION WITH THE REMOTE CONTROLLER 1. Automatic Operation 2. Manual Operation The air conditioner calculates the difference between the thermostat setting and room temperature, and automatically selects ‘‘COOL’’ or ‘‘HEAT’’ mode as appropriate. Then, the air conditioner continuously operates under the mode selected at initial operation.
3. Adjusting the Fan Speed B. In Heating Mode: ( A. Automatic fan speed Simply set the FAN SPEED selector button to the position. This automatically sets the best fan speed for the room temperature. B. Manual fan speed If you want to adjust fan speed manually during operation, just set the FAN SPEED selector button as desired. [ , , or ] 4.
6. HIGH POWER Mode SPECIAL REMARKS ‘‘DRY’’ ( ) Operation How it works? • Once the room temperature reaches the level that was set, the unit’s operation frequency is changed automatically. • During DRY operation, the fan speed automatically runs at lower speed for providing a comfortable breeze. • ‘‘DRY’’ operation is not possible if the indoor temperature is 15 °C or less.
SETTING THE TIMER 3. How to set the ON time (Example) To start operation at 7:10 am. Operation Indication 1. Press the ON TIME setting button once. NOTE In the descriptions below, the following settings are used for the temperature and time indicator selector button on the bottom front section of the remote controller. • Temperature: °C • Time: AM, PM 1. How to set the present time (Example) To set to 10:30 pm. The timer indication is displayed, and the present ON time is shown. 2.
USING THE 1-HOUR OFF TIMER 1. 1-Hour OFF Timer CAUTION When the humidity is high, the vertical vanes should be in the front position during the cooling or dehumidifying operation. If the vertical vanes are positioned all of the way to the right or left, condensation may begin to form around the air vent and drip down. This function causes the unit to operate for one hour and then stop, regardless of whether the unit is on or off when this button is pressed.
OPERATION WITHOUT THE REMOTE CONTROLLER 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 INDOOR UNIT Open the front panel until it is nearly horizontal. Lift the anti-mold filter up slightly and then pull downward to remove the filter from the unit.
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. Trouble Air conditioner does not run at all. Air clean filter Possible Cause Remedy 1. Power failure. 1. Restore power. 2. Leakage circuit breaker tripped. 2. Contact service center. 3.
SPECIFICATIONS Indoor Unit Model No. CS-ME7NKE Power Source kW 2.20 2.65 3.50 BTU/h 7,500 9,000 11,900 kW 2.50 3.60 4.20 BTU/h 8,500 12,300 14,300 Sound Power Level (H/M/L) dB(A) 51/48/45 52/49/46 54/51/47 Sound Pressure Level (H/M/L) dB(A) 33/30/27 34/31/28 36/33/29 Sound Power Level (H/M/L) dB(A) 51/48/45 52/49/46 52/49/47 Sound Pressure Level (H/M/L) dB(A) 33/30/27 34/31/28 34/31/29 mm 285.0×825.0×213.0 285.0×825.0×213.0 285.0×825.0×213.0 kg 10.0 10.0 10.
English Compliance with regulation 842/EC/2006 Article 7(1) requirements DO NOT VENT R410A INTO THE ATMOSPHERE: R410A IS A FLUORINATED GREENHOUSE GAS, COVERED BY THE KYOTO PROTOCOL, WITH A GLOBAL WARMING POTENTIAL (GWP) = 1975. Español Cumplimiento de los requisitos del Artículo 7 (1) de la Directiva 842/EC/ 2006 NO LIBERAR R410A AL AIRE LIBRE: EL R410A ES UN GAS FLUORIZADO DE EFECTOS DE INVERNADERO, INCLUIDO EN EL PROTOCOLO DE KYOTO, CON UN POTENCIAL DE CALENTAMIENTO GLOBAL (GWP) = 1975.
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