AST09UW4RXXQA - Air Conditioning HISENSE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AST09UW4RXXQA HISENSE

Thank you very much for purchasing this Air Conditioner. Please read this use and installation instructions carefully before installing and using this appliance and keep this manual for future reference. ENGLISH 意大利文 ESPAÑOL PORTUGUÊS NEDERLANDS FRANÇAIS РУССКИЙ ЯЗЫК DEUTSCH ITALIANOsafety instructions

Identification of parts

Select the installation locations

Indoor unit installation

Outdoor unit installation

Preparation before use Remote controller operating instructions.See"remote controller instructions".1 Safety instructions To guarantee the unit work normally, please read the manual carefully before installation, and try to install strictly according to this manual. Do not let air enter the refrigeration system or discharge refrigerant when moving the air conditioner. After installing, the consumer must operate the air conditioner correctly according to this manual,keep a suitable storage for maintenance and moving of the air conditioner in the future. There must be an air-break switch. Check the connecting cables and pipes carefully, make sure they are correct and firm before connecting the power of the air conditioner. Fuse of indoor unit: T 3.15A 250V. For 7k 12k models ，f T 15A 250V or T 20A 250V . ~ use of outdoor unit: For 21k 30k models ，f T 30A 250V . ~ use of outdoor unit: Properly ground the air conditioner into the earth.

Warning: Risk of electric shock can cause injury or death: Disconnect all remote

electric power supplies before servicing . A residual current device(RCD)with the rating of above 10mA shall be incorporated in the fixed wiring according to the national rule The maximum length of the connecting pipe between the indoor unit and outdoor unit should be less than 5 meters. It will affect the efficiency of the air conditioner if the distance longer than that length. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenanceshall not be made by children without supervision. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. The batteries in remote controller must be recycled or disposed of properly. Disposal of Scrap Batteries --- Please discard the batteries as sorted municipal waste at the accessible collection point. If the appliance is fixed wiring, the appliance must be fitted with means for disconnection from the supply mains having a contact separation in all poles that provide full disconnection under over voltage category III conditions, and these means must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules. The appliance shall not be installed in the laundry. The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations. The air conditioner must be installed by professional or qualified persons. For 14k models ，f 20A 250V . ~18k use of outdoor unit: T2 Preparation before use The air conditioner has an Auto-Restart function. Each time after the remote control is replaced with new batteries or is energized, auto presetting heat pump.If the air conditioner you purchased is a Cooling Only one, heat pump remote controller can also be used. remote control Remote Control presetting Before using the air conditioner, be sure to check and preset the following. Auto Restart Presetting Hold down any button on remote control to activate the back light. It automatically shuts off 10 seconds later. Note: Back-light is an optional function. Back-light function (optional) of Remote Control This appliance is made of recyclable or re-usable material. Scrapping must be carried out in compliance with local waste disposal regulations. Before scrapping it, make sure to cut off the mains cord so that the appliance cannot be re-used. For more detailed information on handling and recycling this product, contact your local authorities who deal with the separate collection of rubbish or the shop where you bought the appliance.

SCRAPPING OF APPLIANCE

This appliance is marked according to the European Directive 2002/96/EC, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal,recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for environmental safe recycling. Note Preset Safeguarding the environment When charging refrigerant into the system, make sure to charge in liquid state,if the refrigerant of the appliance is R410A.Otherwise, chemical composition of refrigerant (R410A) inside the system may change and thus affect performance of the air conditioner. According to the character of pressure of the tube is very high, so be sure to be careful when you install and repair the appliance. refrigerant (R410A,the value of GWP is 1975), the If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. The air conditioner must be installed by a professional engineer. The temperature of refrigerant circuit will be high, please keep the interconnection cable away from the copper tube.Safety precautions Symbols in this Use and Care Manual are interpreted as shown below. Be sure not to do. Pay attention to such a situation. Grounding is essential.

Warning: Incorrect handling could

cause a serious hazard, such as death, serious injury, etc.

Do not use the power supply circuit breaker or pull off the plug to turn it off during operation. This may cause a fire due to spark, etc. Keep the power supply circuit breaker or plug from dirt. Connect the power supply cord to it firmly and correctly, lest an electric shock or a fire break out due to insufficient contact. Use correct power supply in accordance with the rating plate requirement. Otherwise, serious faults or hazard may occur or a fire maybe break out. Do not knit, pull or press the power supply cord, lest the power supply cord be broken. An electric shock or fire is probably caused by a broken power supply cord. Never insert a stick or similar obstacle to the unit. Since the fan rotates at high speed, this may cause an injury. Do not repair the appliance by yourself. If this is done incorrectly, it may cause an electric shock, etc. Turn off the appliance by remote control firstly before cutting off power supply if malfunction occurs. It is harmful to your health if the cool air reaches you for a long time. It is advisable to let the air flow be deflected to all the room. Prevent the air flow from reaching the gas burners and stove. Do not touch the operation buttons when your hands are wet. Do not put any objects on the outdoor unit. It is the user's responsibility to make the appliance be grounded according to local codes or ordinances by a licenced technician. OFF OFF

TEMP. TEMP. SUPERThe figures in this manual are based on the external view of a standard model. Consequently, the shape may differ from that of the air conditioner you have selected. Air Intake Air Outlet Air Outlet Louver Vertical Adjustment Louver Horizontal Adjustment Air Filter Remote Controller Connection Cord Pipes and Power Drain Hose Emergency Panel Display Panel Note: Condensate water drainsat COOLING or DRY operation. Identification of parts

Indoor unit Outdoor unit Air Intake Front Panel

P.The symbols may be different from these models, but the functions are similar. Display introduction

VG/VL series Display set temperature. It shows FC after 200 hours of usage as reminder to clean the filter. After filter cleaning press the filter reset button located on the indoor unit behind the front panel in order to reset the display.(optional) Temperature indicator Timer Comp. Run Sleep

Running indicator It lights up when the AC is running. It flashes during defrosting. Timer indicator It lights up during set time. Sleep indicator It lights up in sleep mode. Compressor indicator It lights up when the compressor is on. Signal Receptor Super indicator It lights up in super mode.

The symbols may be different from these models, but the functions are similar.

SF series/DG(Right side)

9Display introduction The symbols may be different from these models, but the functions are similar.

Timer Comp. Run Sleep UL series UQ series UP series

9Display introduction The symbols may be different from these models, but the functions are similar.

NT series VQ/TE/TF/DA/DG(Middle)/DH series

9Display introduction The symbols may be different from these models, but the functions are similar.

NM/DF series NK series

1The symbols may be different from these models, but the functions are similar.

To let the AC run or stop by pressing the button. SC series

Maintenance It is necessary to clean the air filter after using it for about 100 hours. Front panel maintenance Air filter maintenance Never use volatile substance such as gasoline or polishing powder to clean the appliance. Clean and reinstall the air filter. Close the front panel again. shock!Electric Dangerous! Wipe with a soft and dry cloth. Use soft moisture cloth to clean if the front panel is very dirty; Never sprinkle water onto the indoor unit Reinstall and shut the front panel. Reinstall and shut the front panel by pressing position "b" downward. If the dirt is conspicuous, wash it with a solution of detergent in lukewarm water. After cleaning, dry well in shade. Clean the air filter every two weeks if the air conditioner operates in an extremely dusty environment. Stop the appliance and remove the air filter.

1.Open the front panel. 2.Press the handle of the filter gently from the front.

3. Grasp the handle and slide out the filter.

soft cloth to clean it.Use a dry and

Turn off the appliancefirst before disconnectingfrom power supply. Cut off the power supply Grasp position "a" and pull outward to remove the front panel.

Protection Operating condition The protective device maybe trip and stop the appliance in the cases listed below. HEATING

Outdoor air temperature is over 24 C COOLING DRY

Outdoor air temperature is below -10 C

Room temperature is over 27 C

Outdoor air temperature is over *43 C

Room temperature is below 21 C

Room temperature is below 18 C Noise pollution Install the air conditioner at a place that can bear its weight in order to operate more quietly. Install the outdoor unit at a place where the air discharged and the operation noise would not annoy your neighbors. Do not place any obstacles in front of the air outlet of the outdoor unit lest it increases the noise level. Features of protector If all operation has stopped, press ON/OFF button again to restart, Timer should be set again if it has been canceled. The protective device will work at following cases. Restarting the unit at once after operation stops or changing mode during operation, you need to wait for 3 minutes. Connect to power supply and turn on the unit at once, it may start 20 seconds later. Features of HEATING mode Preheat Defrost At the beginning of the HEATING operation, the airflow from the indoor unit is discharged 2-5 minutes later. In HEATING operation the appliance will defrost (de-ice) automatically to raise efficiency. This procedure usually lasts 2-10 minutes. During defrosting, fans stop operation. After defrosting completes, it returns to HEATING mode automatically. Note: Heating is NOT available for cooling only air conditioner models.

*For Tropical (T3) Climate condition models, the temperature point is 55℃instead of 43℃. The temperature of some products is allowed beyond the range. In specific situation, please consult the merchant. If the air conditioner runs in COOLING or DRY mode withdoor or window opened for a long time when relative humidity is above 80%,dew may drip down from the outlet.The following cases may not always be a malfunction, please check it before asking for service.

Troubleshooting Trouble Analysis Does not run No cooling or heating air Ineffective control Does not operate immediately Peculiar odor A sound of flowing water Cracking sound is heard Spray mist from the outlet The compressor indicator(red) lights on constantly, and indoor fan stops. The unit is shifting from heating mode to defrost. The indicator will lights off within ten minutes and returns to heating mode. Is the air filter dirty? Are the intakes and outlets of the air conditioner blocked？ Is the temperature set properly？ don't run If the protector trip or fuse is blown. If the plug is not properly plugged. If batteries in the remote controller exhausted. Please wait for 3 minutes and start again, protector device may be preventing unit to work.

If strong interference(from excessive static electricity discharge, power supply voltage abnormality)presents, operation will be abnormal. At this time, disconnect from the power supply and connect back 2-3 seconds later. Changing mode during operation, 3 minutes will delay. This odor may come from another source such as furniture, cigarette etc, which is sucked in the unit and blows out with the air. Caused by the flow of refrigerant in the air conditioner, not a trouble. Defrosting sound in heating mode. The sound may be generated by the expansion or contraction of the front panel due to change of temperature. Mist appears when the room air becomes very cold because of cool air discharged from indoor unit during COOLING or DRY operation mode.9 Distance from ceiling Distance from wall should be over 50mm Distance from the wall Air intake distance from the wall should be over 250mm Air intake distance from the wall over 250mm air outlet distance from the wall should be over 500mm should be over 200 mm should be over 50mm Distance from floor over 2500mm. should be should be over 250mm Installation instructions Installation diagram Installation must be performed in accordance with the national wiring standards by authorized personnel only. Above figure is only a simple presentation of the unit, it may not match the external appearance of the unit you purchased.Outdoor unit Outdoor unit Indoor unit Indoor unit Pipe length is 15 meters Max. Pipe length is 15 meters Max. be less than 5m be less than 5m Height should Height should

Installation instructions Select the installation location Location for Installing Outdoor Unit Where it is convenient to install and well ventilated. Avoid installing it where flammable gas could leak. Keep the required distance apart from the wall. The distance between Indoor and outdoor unit should be 5 meters and can go up to maximum 15 meters with additional refrigerant charge. Keep the outdoor unit away from greasy dirt, vulcanization gas exit. Avoid installing it by the roadside where there is a risk of muddy water. A fixed base where it is not subject to increased operation noise. Where there is not any blockage of the air outlet. Location for Installing Indoor Unit Where there is no obstacle near the air outlet and air can be easily blown to every corner. Where piping and wall hole can be easily arranged. Keep the required space from the unit to the ceiling and wall according to the installation diagram on previous page. Where the air filter can be easily removed. Keep the unit and remote controller 1m or more apart from television, radio etc. keep as far as possible from fluorescent lamps. Do not put anything near the air inlet to obstruct it from air absorption. Install on a wall that is strong enough to bear the weight of the unit. Install in a place that will not increase operation noise and vibration. Keep away from direct sunlight and heating sources. Do not place flammable materials or combustion apparatuses on top of the unit. Avoid installing under direct sunlight, in an aisle or sideway, or near heat sources and ventilation fans. Keep away from flammable materials, thick oil fog, and wet or uneven places. If the height or pipe length is out of the scope of the table, please consult the merchant. Model 7K~18K

Max. Allowable Tubing Length at Shipment (m) Limit of Tubing Length (m) Limit of Elevation Difference H (m) Required amount of additional refrigerant (g/m) 21K 25K~ 30K

trough Note: When installing the pipe at the directions 1,2 or 4, saw the corresponding unloading piece off the indoor unit base.UnloadingpieceSaw the unloading piece off along the trough

Installation instructions Indoor Outdoor Wall hole sleeve( hard polythene tube prepared by user) 5mm(tilt downward) After connecting the piping , install the drain hose. Then connect the power cords. After connecting, wrap the piping, cords and drain hose together with thermal insulation materials. Indoor unit installation Put the piping (liquid and gas pipe) and cables through the wall hole from outside or put them through from inside after indoor piping and cables connection is complete to connect to the outdoor unit. Decide whether to saw the unloading piece off in accordance with the piping direction.(as shown below)

3. Indoor Unit Piping Installation

Install a sleeve through the wall hole to keep the wall tidy and clean. Drill a hole in the wall. The hole should tilt a little downward toward outside. Decide the position of the hole for piping according to the location of mounting plate.

2. Drill a Hole for Piping

. Keep the mounting plate horizontal with a horizontal ruler or dropping line. Drill holes of 32mm in depth on the wall for fixing the plate. Insert the plastic plugs to the hole, fix the mounting plate with tapping screws. Inspect if the mounting plate is well fixed. Then drill a hole for piping.

1. Installing the Mounting Plate

Decide an installing location for the mounting plate according to the indoor unit location and piping direction. Mounting plateTapping screwNote: The shape of your mounting plate may be different from the one above, but the installation method is similar.Note: As the above figure shown, the six holes matched with tapping screw on the mounting plate must be used to fix the mounting plate, the others are prepared.12 Installation instructions Piping Joints Thermal Insulation: Wrap the piping joints with thermal insulation materials and then wrap with a vinyl tape. Piping Thermal Insulation: a. Place the drain hose under the piping. b. Insulation material uses polythene foam over 6mm in thickness. Note: Drain hose is prepared by user. Do not arrange the drain pipe in a way that leaves it twisted, sticking out or waving around. Do not immerse the end of it in water. If an extension drain hose is connected to the drain pipe, make sure to insulated when passing along the indoor unit. When the piping is directed to the right, piping, power Cord and drain pipe should be thermal insulated and fixed onto the back of the unit with a piping fixer. Thermal insulation wrapped with vinyl type A. Insert the pipe fixer to the slot. B. Press to hook the pipe fixer onto the base. Base Base Base Piping fixerPiping fixerHook hereInsert heredrain hose drain hose large pipe large pipe small pipe small pipe Small pipe Large pipeThermal insulation tubePower cordDrain hose(prepared by user) b. Pre-tighten them with fingers at first, then use the wrenches. a. Connect indoor unit pipes with two wrenches. Pay special attention to the allowed torque as shown below to prevent the pipes, connectors and flare nuts from being deformed and damaged. Piping Connection: Pipe size Model Liquid Side ( 1/4 inch) φ6mm or 7,8,9,10,12,14,18K12K*,14K,18K18K*,21,22,24,25,30K18K*,21,22,24,25,30K7,8,9,10,12K 15~20N·m 17mm 0.5mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 22mm 24mm 22mm 27mm 30~35N·m 30~35N·m 50~55N·m 60~65N·m Liquid Side ( 3/8 inch)φ9.53mm or Gas Side ( inch)φ12mm or 1/2 Gas Side ( 3/8 inch)φ9.53mm or Gas Side ( 5/8 inch)φ16mm or Torque Nut width Min.thickness *The unit of 12K* is bigger than the unit of 12K.The unit of 18K* is bigger than the unit of 18K.13

4. Connecting of the Cable

Outdoor Unit Indoor Unit

1) Remove the access door from the unit by loosening

Connect the power cord to the indoor unit by connecting the wires to the terminals on the control board individually in accordance with the outdoor unit connection. the screw. Connect the wires to the terminals on the control board individually as follows.

2) Secure the power cord onto the control

board with cable clamp.

4) Use a recognized circuit breaker for 24K model between

the power source and the unit. A disconnecting device to adequately disconnect all supply lines must be fitted. Note: For some models, it is necessary to remove the cabinet to connect to the indoor unit terminal. Access doorTerminal(inside) Outdoor unit Installation instructions Caution:

1. Never fail to have an individual power circuit specifically for the air conditioner. As for the method of

wiring, refer to the circuit diagram posted on the inside of the access door .

2. Comfirm that the cable thickness is as specified in the power source specification.

3. Check the wires and make sure that they are all tightly fastened after cable connection.

4. Be sure to install an earth leakage circuit breaker in wet or moist areas.

The figures in this manual are based on the externalview of a standard model. Consequently, the shape may differ from that of the air conditioner you haveselected. Cable Specifications Attention: The plug must be accessible even after the installation of the appliance in case there is a need to disconnect it. If not possible, connect appliance to a double-pole switching device with contact

separation of at least 3 mm placed in an accessible position even after installation. NOTE: K* means the this model comes from indoor unit.power supply of Capacity (Btu/h) 7K~12K H07RN-FH05VV-F 7 12K*~ K* Power connecting cord Power cord Type Type Normal cross - sectional area Normal cross - sectional area

1.5mm X5 ChassisCabinetFront panel Terminal (inside) Indoor unit14 Installation instructions Make sure that the color of the wires in the outdoor unit and terminal No. are the same as those of the indoor unit. 7K* 12K* Model~ Wiring diagram 7K 30K Model~ indoor unitoutdoor unitTerminal Terminal Power connecting cord 1(N) 2(L) 3(SI)Blue(Gray)Black Brown

ellow/Green Power supply 1(N) 3(SI) 2(L)

YE/GN Power supply Power connecting cord Blue(Gray) Blue(Gray) Black Black Brown Brown 1(N) 3(SI) 2(L) 1(N) 2(L) 3(SI)

YE/GN For * models, the power supply is connected from the indoor unit with a circuit breaker. The diagram is reference only, and the actual terminal shall prevail. Outdoor unit Indoor unit Terminal Terminal Blue Blue Black 1(L)1(L) 2(N)2(N) 4(SI) 4(SI) Black

YE/GN RY1 ACIN-L CN10 ACIN-N Brown Indoor unit control board Indoor unit control board Evaporator YE/GN YE/GN

YE/GN RY1 ACIN-L CN10 ACIN-N Power supply Power connecting cord Power connecting cord Blue(Gray) Blue(Gray) Black Black Brown Brown 1(N) 2(L) 3(SI) 1(N) 3(SI) 2(L)

ellow/Green Yellow/Green Terminal Indoor unit Terminal Outdoor unit

YE/GN Evaporator 14K* 30K* Model~ 2(N) 1(L) 0(L) 0(L) 2(N) 1(L) Power connecting cord Blue Blue

ellow/GreenBrownBrown Gray Gray Power supply

YE/GNTerminal Indoor unitTerminal Outdoor unitTerminal Indoor unitTerminal Outdoor unit4(SL)4(SL)BlackBlackYellow/GreenFix with bolts and nuts tightly on a flat and strong floor. If installed on the wall or roof, make sure to fix the supporter well to prevent it from shaking due to serious vibration or strong wind.

3. Outdoor Unit Piping Connection

4. Outdoor Unit Cable Connection (see previous page)

Remove the valve caps from the 2-way and 3-way valve. Connect the pipes to the 2-way and 3-way valves separately according to the required torque.

2. Install and Fix Outdoor Unit

1. Install Drain Port and Drain Hose (for heat-pump model only)

The condensate drains from the outdoor unit when the unit operates in heating mode. In order not to disturb your neighbor and protect the environment, install a drain port and a drain hose to direct the condensate water. Just install the drain port and rubber washer to the chassis of the outdoor unit, then connect a drain hose to the port as the right figure demonstrates. The air which contains moisture remaining in the refrigeration cycle may cause a malfunction on the compressor. After connecting the indoor and outdoor units, release air and moisture from the refrigerant cycle using a vacuum pump, as shown below.

Installation instructions Air purging Note: To protect the environment, be sure not to discharge the refrigerant to the air directly. See next page for air purging steps. Outdoor unit installation Drain hose(prepared by user)WasherDrain portRubber pad (optional)Place under the leg pedestal Vacuum pump Refrigerant flow direction2-way valve(6) Open 1/4 turnvalve cap(1) Turn(8) Tighten(2) Turn3-way valve(8) Tighten(1) Turn(7) Turn to fully open the valve(7) Turn to fully open the valve(8) Tighten 3-way valve diagram connect to indoor unitopen positionspindleservice port capService port Connect to outdoor unitValve coreneedleindoor unitValve cap(1) Unscrew and remove caps from 2 and 3-way valves. (4) Start vacuum pump for 10-15 minutes until reaching a vacuum of 10 mm Hg absolutes. (6) Open 2-way valve ,1/4 turn, then close it after 10 seconds. Check tightness of all joints using liquid soap or an electronic leak detector. (7) Turn 2 and 3-way valves stem to fully close the valves. Disconnect the flexible vacuum pump hose. (8) Replace and tighten all valve caps. (5) With vacuum pump still running close the low pressure knob on vacuum pump manifold. Then stop the vacuum pump. (2) Unscrew and remove cap from service valve. (3) Connect vacuum pump flexible hose to the service valve. How to Purge Air Tubes:

0.5mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 0.6mm 30~35N·m

1.0/1.5mm X51.0/1.5mm

ON/OF FMODE FANSWINGSLEEPSUPERSMART

Timer Comp. Run Sleep UL series UQ series UP series

NT series VQ/TE/TF/DA/DG(Middle)/DH series

NM/DF series NK series

3. Indoor Unit Piping Installation

7K 30K~ 1(N) 3(SI) 2(L) 1(N) 2(L) 3(SI)

YE/GN 2(N) 1(L) 0(L) 0(L) 2(N) 1(L)