Operating Instructions
Air Conditioner
Model No.
Indoor Unit
Outdoor Unit
CS-E18NKUA
CS-E24NKUA
CU-E18NKUA
CU-E24NKUA
ENGLISH
Before operating the unit, read these operating
instructions thoroughly and keep them for future
reference.
© Panasonic Appliances Air-Conditioning Malaysia
Sdn. Bhd. 2012. Unauthorized copying and distribution
is a violation of law.
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F568726
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WARNING
CAUTION
REMOTE CONTROL
INDOOR UNIT AND OUTDOOR UNIT
Do not allow infants and small children to play
with the remote control to prevent them from
accidentally swallowing the batteries.
Do not wash the indoor unit with water, benzene,
thinner or scouring powder to avoid damage or
corrosion at the unit.
Do not use for preservation of precise equipment,
food, animals, plants, artwork or other objects. This
may cause quality deterioration, etc.
POWER SUPPLY
Do not use a modified cord,
joint cord, extension cord or
unspecified cord to prevent
overheating and fire.
Do not use any combustible equipment in front of
the airflow outlet to avoid fire propagation.
Do not expose plants or pet directly to airflow to
To prevent overheating, fire or electric shock:
avoid injury, etc.
•
Do not share the same power outlet with other
equipment.
Do not touch the sharp aluminium fin,
sharp parts may cause injury.
•
•
Do not operate with wet hands.
Do not over bend the power supply cord.
If the supply cord is damage, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Do not switch ON the indoor unit when waxing the
floor. After waxing, aerate the room properly before
operating the unit.
It is strongly recommended to install this unit
using an Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB)
or Ground Fault Interrupt (GFCI) or Appliance
Leakage Current Interrupt (ALCI) to prevent electric
shock or fire.
Do not install the unit in oily and smoky areas to
prevent damage to the unit.
Do not dismantle the unit for cleaning purpose to
avoid injury.
Do not step onto an unstable bench when cleaning
the unit to avoid injury.
Stop using the product if any abnormality/failure
occurs or turn off the power switch and breaker.
(Risk of smoke/fire/electric shock)
Do not place a vase or water container on the
unit. Water may enter the unit and degrade the
insulation. This may cause an electric shock.
Examples of abnormality/failure
•
•
•
The ELCB or GFCI or ALCI trip frequently.
Burning smell is observed.
Abnormal noise or vibration of the unit is
observed.
Do not open window or door for long time during
COOL/DRY mode operation.
Ensure drainage pipe is connected properly and
keep drainage outlet clear of gutters, containers
or does not immersed in water to prevent water
leakage.
•
•
•
•
Water leaks from the indoor unit.
Power cord becomes abnormally hot.
Fan speed cannot be controlled.
The unit stops running immediately even if it is
switched on for operation.
The fan does not stop even if the operation is
stopped.
After a long period of use or use with any
combustible equipment, aerate the room regularly.
•
After a long period of use, make sure the
installation rack does not deteriorate to prevent the
unit from falling down.
Contact your local dealer immediately for
maintenance or repair assistance.
This equipment must be earthed to prevent
REMOTE CONTROL
electrical shock or fire.
Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries.
It may damage the remote control.
Prevent electric shock by switching off the power:
- Before cleaning or servicing.
- Extended non-use.
- Abnormally strong lightning activity.
To prevent malfunction or damage of the remote
control:
•
Remove the batteries if the unit is not going to be
used for a long period of time.
New batteries of the same type must be inserted
following the polarity stated.
•
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REMOTE CONTROL
Press the remote control’s button
1
TO TURN ON OR OFF THE UNIT
• Please be aware of the OFF indication on the remote
control display to prevent the unit from starting/stopping
improperly.
Maximum distance: 26ft
2
TO SET TEMPERATURE
• Selection range : 60°F ~ 86°F.
• Operating the unit within the recommended temperature
could induce energy saving.
INDICATOR
HEAT mode : 68°F ~ 75°F.
POWER
TIMER
(Green)
COOL mode : 78°F ~ 82°F.
DRY mode : 2°F ~ 4°F lower than room temperature.
(Orange)
(Orange)
(Orange)
QUIET
POWERFUL
3
TO SELECT OPERATION MODE
AUTO mode - For your convenience
• During operation mode selection the power indicator
blinks.
• Unit selects operation mode every 10 minutes according
to temperature setting and room temperature.
HEAT mode - To enjoy warm air
• Unit takes a while to warm up. The power indicator blinks
during this operation.
Remote
Control display
COOL mode - To enjoy cool air
• Use curtains to screen off sunlight and outdoor heat to
reduce power consumption during cool mode.
DRY mode - To dehumidify the environment
• Unit operates at low fan speed to give a gentle cooling
operation.
4
TO SELECT FAN SPEED (5 OPTIONS)
FAN SPEED
1
4
3
6
• For AUTO, the indoor fan speed is automatically adjusted
according to the operation mode.
2
5
TO ADJUST AIRFLOW DIRECTION (5 OPTIONS)
5
7
8
9
AIR SWING
12
• Keeps the room ventilated.
• In COOL/DRY mode, if AUTO is set, the louver swing
left/right and up/down automatically.
11
10
• In HEAT mode, if AUTO is set, the horizontal louver fix at
predetermined position. The vertical louver swing left/right
after the temperature rises.
6
TO ENJOY QUIET OPERATION
• This operation reduces airflow noise.
4
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TO REACH TEMPERATURE
QUICKLY
7
TO SET THHE TIMER
• This operation stops automatically after 20 minutes.
• To turn ON or OFF the unit at a preset time.
Press and hold for 5 seconds to dim or restore the
unit’s indicator brightness.
ON
8
1
2
SET
Press and hold for approximately 10 seconds to
show temperature setting in °C or °F.
9
OFF
Select ON or
OFF timer
Set the time
Confirm
Press and hold for approximately 5 seconds to show
10
12-hour (am/pm) or 24-hour time indication.
ON
OFF
• To cancel ON or OFF timer, press
press CANCEL
or
then
.
11 Press to restore the remote control’s default setting.
• When ON Timer is set, the unit may start earlier (up
to 35 minutes) before the actual set time in order to
achieve the desired temperature on time.
12 Not used in normal operations.
• Timer operation is based on the clock set in the
remote control and repeats daily once set. For clock
setting, please refer to Remote Control Preparation
on the back cover.
NOTES
QUIET
POWERFUL
• If timer is cancelled manually or due to power failure,
,
you can restore the previous setting (once power is
• Can be activated in all modes and can be cancelled by
pressing the respective button again.
SET
resumed) by pressing
.
QUIET
POWERFUL
,
• Cannot be selected at the same time.
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INDOOR UNIT
•Switch off the power at the circuit breaker before cleaning.
•Do not touch the aluminium fin, sharp parts may cause injury.
CAUTION
CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
HINT
• Do not use benzene, thinner or scouring powder.
• Use only soap ( pH7) or neutral household detergent.
• Do not use water hotter than 104°F.
• To ensure optimal performance of the unit, cleaning
maintenance has to be carried out at regular intervals.
Dirty unit may cause malfunction and you may see error
code “H99”. Please consult authorized dealer.
2
4
1
7
9
3
8
5
6
1
7
INDOOR UNIT
AUTO OFF/ON BUTTON
•
Wipe the unit gently with a soft, dry cloth.
•
Use when remote control is misplaced or a malfunction occurs.
Step
1
Action
Mode
Automatic
2
FRONT PANEL
Press once.
Remove Front Panel
Raise and pull to remove the front panel.
Wash gently and dry.
Press and hold until you hear one
beep, then release.
Repeat step 2. Press and hold
until you hear two beeps, then
release.
2
Force cooling
•
•
Close Front Panel
3
Normal cooling
Repeat step 3. Press and hold
until you hear three beeps, then
release.
4
Force heating
Press the button to turn off.
•
Press down both ends of the front panel to close it securely.
3
REMOTE CONTROL RECEIVER
ALUMINIUM FIN
8
AIR PURIFYING FILTER
4
5
Vacuum the air purifying filter.
HORIZONTAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION LOUVER
• It is recommended to clean the filter every 6 months.
• Replace the filter every 3 years or replace any damaged filter.
Part no.: CZ-SA20P
•
•
Do not adjust by hand.
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VERTICAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION LOUVER
9
AIR FILTERS
Do not adjust by hand.
• Air filter cleaning is required every two weeks.
• Wash/rinse the filters gently with water to avoid damage to the
filter surface.
• Dry the filters thoroughly under shade, away from fire or direct
sunlight.
• Replace any damaged filters.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
The folllowinngg sympttoms do nnot inddicatee mmalfunnction.
SYMPTOM
CAUSE
Mist emerges from indoor unit.
Water flowing sound during operation.
The room has a peculiar odor.
► • Condensation effect due to cooling process.
► • Refrigerant flow inside the unit.
► • This may be due to damp smell emitted by the wall,
carpet, furniture or clothing.
Indoor fan stops occasionally during automatic fan speed
setting.
► • This helps to remove the surrounding odours.
Airflow continues even after operation has stopped.
► • Extraction of remaining heat from the indoor unit
(maximum 30 seconds).
Operation is delayed a few minutes after restarting.
Outdoor unit emits water/steam.
► • The delay is a protection to the unit’s compressor.
► • Condensation or evaporation occurs on pipes.
► • The timer setting repeats daily once set.
TIMER indicator is always on.
POWER indicator blinks during HEAT mode with no warm
air supply (and louver is closed).
► • The unit is in defrost mode (and AIR SWING is set to
AUTO).
Indoor fan stops occasionally during heating operation.
Power indicator blinks before the unit is switched on.
► • To avoid unintended cooling effect.
► • This is a preliminary step in preparation for the operation
when the ON timer has been set.
Cracking sound during operation.
► • Changes of temperature caused the expansion/
contraction of the unit.
Check the ffollowwing beeforee ccallinng forr sserviccing.
SYMPTOM
CHECK
Heating/Cooling operation is not working efficiently.
► • Set the temperature correctly.
• Close all doors and windows.
• Clean or replace the filters.
• Clear any obstruction at the air inlet and air outlet vents.
Noisy during operation.
► • Check if the unit has been installed at an incline.
• Close the front panel properly.
Remote control does not work.
(Display is dim or transmission signal is weak.)
► • Insert the batteries correctly.
• Replace weak batteries.
The unit does not work.
► • Check if the circuit breaker is tripped.
• Check if timers have been set.
The unit does not receive the signal from the remote
control.
► • Make sure the receiver is not obstructed.
• Certain fluorescent lights may interfere with signal
transmitter. Please consult authorized dealer.
The unit stops and the TIMER indicator blinks.
Use remote control to retrieve error code.
TIMER
Press for 5
Note:
ON
SET
3
1
3
4
Press until you hear
beep sound, then
write down the error
code.
2
seconds.
• For certain errors, you
may restart the unit for
limited operation with 4
beeps when operation
starts.
1
2
Press for 5
seconds to
quit checking.
OFF
CANCEL
AC
RC
SET CHECK CLOCK
RESET
Turn the unit off and reveal the error code to authorized dealer.
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INFORMATION
FOR SEASONAL INSPECTION AFTER EXTENDED NON-USE
NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS
• Check remote control batteries.
SWITCH OFF POWER AT THE CIRCUIT
BREAKER then please consult an authorized
dealer under the following conditions:
• Abnormal noise during operation.
• Water/foreign particles have entered the remote
control.
• Water leaks from Indoor unit.
• Circuit breaker switches off frequently.
• Switches or buttons are not functioning properly.
• No obstruction at air inlet and air outlet vents.
• Use Auto OFF/ON button to select Cooling/Heating operation.
After 15 minutes of operation, it is normal to have the following
temperature difference between air inlet and air outlet vents:
Cooling: ≥ 14.4°F
Heating: ≥ 25.2°F
FOR EXTENDED NON-USE
• Activate Heat mode for 2~3 hours as an alternative to remove
moisture left in the internal parts thoroughly to prevent mould
growth.
• Switch off power at the circuit breaker.
• Remove the remote control batteries.
Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries
Note for the battery symbol
(bottom two symbol examples):
[Information on Disposal in other Countries
outside the European Union]
This symbol might be used in
combination with a chemical symbol.
In this case it complies with the
requirement set by the Directive for the
chemical involved.
These symbols are only valid in the European Union.
If you wish to discard these items, please contact
your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct
method of disposal.
Pb
Contact your local hazardous waste disposal hotline.
CS-E18NKUA / CU-E18NKUA only.
Models Number
The above listed models have been designed and manufactured to meet ENERGY STAR® criteria for
energy efficiency when matched with appropriate coil components. However, proper refrigerant charge
and proper air flow are critical to achieve rated capacity and efficiency. Installation of this product should
follow the manufacturer’s refrigerant charging and airflow instructions. Failure to confirm proper charge and
airflow may reduce energy efficiency and shorten equipment life.
Federal Communications Commission Interference Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of
the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, follow the attached installation instructions. Any changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Industry Canada Notice
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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QUICK GUIDE
Remote Control Preparation
1
2
Pull out
1
2
3
4
5
6
Insert AAA or R03 batteries (can be used ~ 1 year)
3
Close the cover
Press CLOCK
Set time
4
5
6
TIMER
ON
SET
1
2
3
OFF
CANCEL
Confirm
AC
RC
SET CHECK CLOCK
RESET
1
MODE
AUTO HEAT
DRY COOL
AUTO
HEAT
COOL
DRY
FAN
SPEED
AIR
Select the desired mode.
SWING
OFF/ON
2
3
MODE
FAN SPEED
AIR SWING
2
1
OFF/ON
TEMP
Start/stop the operation.
QUIET POWERFUL
TIMER
ON
SET
3
1
2
3
OFF
CANCEL
TEMP
AC
RC
Select the desired temperature.
SET CHECK CLOCK
RESET
Panasonic Corporation
F568726
ST0212-0
For inquiries, please call 1-800-851-1235
Printed in Malaysia
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