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USER MANUAL CSE12NKEW PANASONIC

F568370 Operating Instructions Air Conditioner Model No. Indoor Unit

Panasonic Appliances Air-Conditioning Malaysia Sdn. Bhd. 2012. Unauthorized copying and distribution is a violation of law.2 Thank you for purchasing Panasonic Air Conditioner

QUICK GUIDE BACK COVER NOTE : The illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only and may differ from the actual unit. They are subjected to change without notice for future improvement.

operations could be activated even when the air-conditioner is turned off. In this condition, once nanoe-G indicator is ON, the unit will operate with AUTO fan speed and air swing. However, this operation could not be activated or will be deactivated if other indoor unit is activating heating mode. DEFINITION Multi air conditioner systems save space by letting you connect multiple indoor units to a single outdoor unit. Room A Room A Room B Room B Room C Room C Multi Split Outdoor Unit Multi Split Outdoor Unit INDOOR UNIT INDOOR UNIT

• It is possible to operate the indoor units individually or simultaneously. The operation mode priority is given to the fi rst unit that turned on.

• During operation, heating and cooling mode cannot be activated at the same time for different indoor unit. The power indicator blinks to indicate the indoor unit is standing by for different operation mode. Multi Split Outdoor Unit (CU-2E15LBE, CU-2E18LBE, CU-3E18LBE, CU-4E23LBE, CU-4E27CBPG)

• Note: For complete product combination, please refer to catalog.ENGLISH

OPERATION CONDITION Use this air conditioner under the following temperature range Single Split Outdoor Unit (CU-E7NKE, CU-E9NKE, CU-E12NKE, CU-E15NKE, CU-E18NKE, CU-E21NKE) Temperature (°C) Indoor Outdoor

COOLING Max. 32 23 43 26 Min. 16 11 5 4 HEATING Max. 30 - 24 18 Min. 16 - -5 -6 NOTICE: • This model is not suitable for 24 hours non-stopping operation in heating mode below -5°C. When the outdoor temperature is below -5°C and you use this model out of above conditions, the outdoor unit might be frozen up and stop operation for protection control. Multi Split Outdoor Unit (CU-2E15LBE, CU-2E18LBE, CU-3E18LBE, CU-4E23LBE, CU-4E27CBPG) Temperature (°C) Indoor Outdoor Outdoor CU-2E15LBE, CU-2E18LBE,

• DBT: Dry bulb temperature

COOLING Max. 32 23 43 26 Min. 16 11 5 4 HEATING Max. 30 - 24 18 Min. 16 - -15 -16 NOTICE: • This model is not suitable for 24 hours non-stopping operation in heating mode below -15°C. When the outdoor temperature is below -15°C and you use this model out of above conditions, the outdoor unit might be frozen up and stop operation for protection control at -18°C.4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To prevent personal injury, injury to others, or property damage, please comply with the following. Incorrect operation due to failure to follow instructions below may cause harm or damage, the seriousness of which is classifi ed as below: WARNING WARNING This sign warns of death or serious injury. CAUTION CAUTION This sign warns of injury or damage to property. The instructions to be followed are classifi ed by the following symbols: This symbol denotes an action that is PROHIBITED. These symbols denote an actions that is COMPULSORY. WARNING WARNING

INDOOR UNIT AND OUTDOOR UNIT

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. Please consult authorized dealer or specialist to clean the internal parts, repair, install, remove and reinstall the unit. Improper installation and handling will cause leakage, electric shock or fi re. Confi rm to authorized dealer or specialist on usage of specifi ed refrigerant type. Using of refrigerant other than the specifi ed type may cause product damage, burst and injury etc. Do not install the unit in a potentially explosive or fl ammable atmosphere. Failure to do so could result in fi re. Do not insert your fi ngers or other objects into the air conditioner indoor or outdoor unit, rotating parts may cause injury. Do not touch the outdoor unit during lightning, it may cause electric shock. Do not expose yourself directly to cold air for a long period to avoid excess cooling. Do not sit or step on the unit, you may fall down accidentally. REMOTE CONTROL Do not allow infants and small children to play with the remote control to prevent them from accidentally swallowing the batteries. POWER SUPPLY Do not use a modifi ed cord, joint cord, extension cord or unspecifi ed cord to prevent overheating and fi re. To prevent overheating, fi re or electric shock:

• Do not share the same power outlet with other equipment.

• Do not operate with wet hands.

• Do not over bend the power supply cord.

• Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug. Air Inlet Air Inlet Air Outlet Air Outlet Air Outlet Air Outlet Air Inlet Air Inlet Remote Control Power Supply Indoor Unit Outdoor UnitENGLISH

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. Do not use any combustible equipment in front of the airfl ow outlet to avoid fi re propagation. Do not expose plants or pet directly to airfl ow to avoid injury, etc. Do not touch the sharp aluminium fi n, sharp parts may cause injury. Do not switch ON the indoor unit when waxing the fl oor. After waxing, aerate the room properly before operating the unit. 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. 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. 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. 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. REMOTE CONTROL Do not use rechargeable (Ni-Cd) batteries. It may damage the remote control. 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. POWER SUPPLY Do not pull the cord to disconnect the plug to prevent electric shock. WARNING WARNING POWER SUPPLY If the supply cord is damage, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualifi ed persons in order to avoid a hazard. It is strongly recommended to be installed with Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB) or Residual Current Device (RCD) to prevent electric shock or fi re. To prevent overheating, fi re or electric shock:

• Insert the power plug properly.

• Dust on the power plug should be periodically wiped with a dry cloth. Stop using the product if any abnormality/failure occurs and disconnect the power plug or turn off the power switch and breaker. (Risk of smoke/fi re/electric shock) Examples of abnormality/failure

• The ELCB trips frequently.

• Burning smell is observed.

• Abnormal noise or vibration of the unit is observed.

• Water leaks from the indoor unit.

• Power cord or plug 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. Contact your local dealer immediately for maintenance/repair. This equipment must be earthed to prevent electrical shock or fi re. Prevent electric shock by switching off the power supply and unplug when: - Before cleaning or servicing. - Extended non-use. - Abnormally strong lightning activity.6 REMOTE CONTROL Press the remote control’s button

• Please be aware of the OFF indication on the remote control display to prevent the unit from starting/stopping improperly.

• Operating the unit within the recommended temperature could induce energy saving. HEAT mode : 20°C ~ 24°C. COOL mode : 26°C ~ 28°C. DRY mode : 1°C ~ 2°C lower than room temperature.

• During operation mode selection the power indicator blinks.

• Unit selects operation mode every 10 minutes according to temperature setting and room temperature (For single Split System).

• Unit selects operation mode every 3 hours according to temperature setting, outdoor and room temperature (For Multi split system). HEAT mode - To enjoy warm air

• Unit takes a while to warm up. The power indicator blinks during this operation. 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.

• For AUTO, the indoor fan speed is automatically adjusted according to the operation mode.

• Keeps the room ventilated.

• In COOL/DRY mode, if AUTO is set, the louver swing left/right and up/down automatically.

Maximum distance: 8m Human activity sensor and indicator Indicator (Green) (Green) (Orange) (Green) (Blue) (Orange) (Green) POWER TIMER AUTO COMFORT NANOE-G POWERFUL QUIET Sunlight sensor and remote control receiverENGLISH

• Removes/deactivates harmful micro-organisms such as viruses, bacteria, etc.

• Can be activated even when the unit is turned off. In this condition, fan speed and air swing cannot be adjusted.

• nanoe-G starts automatically with the unit switched on with OFF/ON

• This operation reduces air dryness and provides you with a comfortable living environment during COOL mode only.

• When vertical airfl ow direction is set to AUTO, it stops at lower position to avoid cold air contact. However, you can adjust the louver direction manually. Multi Split System:

• Function not applicable.

• Single Split System: This operation stops automatically after 20 minutes.

• Multi Split System: Press the button again or turn OFF the unit to stop this operation.

• This operation reduces airfl ow noises.

• When either operation is activated, the unit will start to initialize for approximately 1 minute. Human activity indicator is blinking in sequence.

• After initialization, the human activity sensor will start to detect the level of heat source & movement, the unit adjusts the temperature and airfl ow to keep you comfort consistently. +1 tap* -1°C +1°C +1 tap Heat Source & Movement Set Fan Speed COOL/DRY Mode Set Temperature ≤ Medium Fan +2°C Low High Normal None Set Fan Speed -2°C -2°C HEAT Mode Set Temperature +0.3°C

• For first 15 minutes or until set temperature is reached.

• The human activity sensor will also scan for area of heat source and movement in a room. Human activity indicator Heat source & movement At left area of the room At right area of the room At centre area or multiple areas of the room.

• The unit will determine the heat source & movement hotspot, and automatically adjust horizontal airfl ow direction louver either fi x at predetermined position or swing left/right. Detection area (top view)

• When manual AIR SWING is selected, the ECONAVI and AUTO COMFORT operation will be cancel.

• The human activity sensor may not detect moving objects further than 7m away or beyond detection angle.

• The human activity sensor sensitivity is infl uenced by indoor unit location, movement speed, temperature range, etc.

• The human activity sensor may: - Mistakenly detects an object with heat source & movement similar to human, such as pets, etc. as human being. - Mistakenly detects as non-heat source & movement if a person stays motionless for certain period of time.

• During ECONAVI operation, the sunlight sensor detects sunlight intensity coming through windows and differentiates between sunny and cloudy/night to further optimize energy saving by adjusting the temperature. Ambient condition SunnyCloudy/ Night SunnyCloudy/ Night COOL/DRY Mode Set Temperature HEAT Mode Set Temperature -1°C -1°C +1°C ECONAVI is activated while it is cloudy / night ECONAVI is activated while it is sunny

• In a room without window or with thick curtain, the sunlight sensor will judge as cloudy/night.8 TIMER SET CANCEL

SET CHECK CLOCK RESET

• 2 sets of ON and OFF timers are available to turn ON or OFF the unit at different preset time.

• Complete below procedures to set each timer:

Select ON or OFF timer Set the time Confi rm

• Example of application at living room: Morning: ON at 07:00 (Wake up) OFF at 08:00 (Out for work) Evening: ON at 17:00 (Back home) OFF at 22:00 (Sleep)

• If timer is cancelled manually or due to power failure, you can restore the timer again by pressing

• Upcoming timer will be displayed and will be activated in sequence.

• 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.

• 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.

Press and hold for 5 seconds to dim or restore the unit’s indicator brightness.

Press and hold for approximately 10 seconds to show temperature setting in °C or °F.

Press to restore the remote control’s default setting.

• Can be activated in all modes and can be cancelled by pressing the respective button again.

• Cannot be selected at the same time.

• Cannot be activated during “MILD DRY COOLING” operation is activated.

• Switch off the power supply and unplug before cleaning.

• Do not touch the aluminium fi n, sharp parts may cause injury. CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS HINT HINT

• Do not use benzene, thinner or scouring powder.

• Use only soap ( pH7) or neutral household detergent.

• Do not use water hotter than 40°C.

• 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. POWE

• Do not hit or violently press the sensor or poke it with a sharp object. This can lead to damage and malfunction.

• Do not place large objects near the sensor and keep away heating units or humidifi ers from the sensor’s detection area. This may lead to sensor malfunction.

• Do not touch during operation.

• Wipe the unit gently with a soft, dry cloth.

• Raise and pull to remove the front panel.

• Wash gently and dry. Close Front Panel

Press down both ends of the front panel to close it.

Press at center of the front panel to close it securely. (CS-XE18NKEW, CS-XE21NKEW, CS-E18NKEW, CS-E21NKEW)

• Do not adjust by hand.

• Do not adjust by hand.

• Use when remote control is misplaced or a malfunction occurs. Action Mode Press once. Auto Press and hold until 1 beep is heard, then release. Cooling Press and hold until 1 beep is heard, then release. Press again until 2 beeps, then release. Heating Press the button to turn off.

• Air fi lter cleaning is required every two weeks.

• Wash/rinse the fi lters gently with water to avoid damage to the fi lter surface.

• Dry the fi lters thoroughly under shade, away from fi re or direct sunlight.

• Replace any damaged fi lters.

nanoe-G GENERATOR Clean with dry cotton bud.

• nanoe-G generator cleaning is recommended every 6 months.10 TROUBLESHOOTING The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction. The following symptoms do not indicate malfunction. SYMPTOM SYMPTOM CAUSE CAUSE Mist emerges from indoor unit. ► • Condensation effect due to cooling process. Water fl owing sound during operation. ► • Refrigerant fl ow inside the unit. The room has a peculiar odor. ► • 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. Airfl ow 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. ► • The delay is a protection to the unit’s compressor. Outdoor unit emits water/steam. ► • Condensation or evaporation occurs on pipes. TIMER indicator is always on. ► • The timer setting repeats daily once set. 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. ► • To avoid unintended cooling effect. POWER indicator blinks before the unit is switched on. ► • 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. 2 or more human activity indicator turns on simultaneously. ► • Judgement of heat source and movement area in progress. Check the following before calling for servicing. Check the following before calling for servicing. SYMPTOM SYMPTOM CHECK CHECK Heating/Cooling operation is not working effi ciently. ► • Set the temperature correctly.

• Close all doors and windows.

• Clean or replace the fi lters.

• 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 fl uorescent 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 SET CANCEL

SET CHECK CLOCK RESET

Press for 5 seconds.

Press for 5 seconds to quit checking.

Press until you hear beep sound, then write down the error code. Note:

• For certain errors, you may restart the unit for limited operation with 4 beeps when operation starts.

Turn the unit off and reveal the error code to authorized dealer.ENGLISH

• Checking of remote control batteries.

• 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: ≥ 8°C Heating: ≥ 14°C

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.

• Turn off the power supply and unplug.

• Remove the remote control batteries.

NON SERVICEABLE CRITERIAS

TURN OFF POWER SUPPLY AND UNPLUG then please consult 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.

• Power cord becomes unnaturally warm.

• Switches or buttons are not functioning properly. Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and Used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC. By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation. For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information. [Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union] 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. Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): 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.12 Nous vous remercions d’avoir porté votre choix sur un climatiseur Panasonic

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