AQ09T Series AQ12T Series AQ18T Series AQ24T Series Air Conditioner user & installation manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/register DB98-32956A(1)
Features of your new air conditioner Contents USING PARTS On those hot sweltering summer days and long restless Safety precautions ................. 3 nights, there is no better escape from the heat than the Checking before use ..............6 cool comforts of home. Your new air conditioner brings an Checking the name of the parts ..........
USING PARTS Safety precautions Before using your new air conditioner, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and online at www.samsung.com. Important safety symbols and precautions: WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.
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Safety precautions FOR POWER SUPPLY WARNING Remove all foreign substances such as dust or water from the power plug terminals and contact points using a dry cloth on a regular basis. Unplug the power plug and clean it with a dry cloth. ...
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FOR USING WARNING Do not place an object near the outdoor unit that allows children to climb onto the machine. This may result in children seriously injuring themselves. Since this may be dangerous due to a lack of oxygen, Open a window at least once an hour. ...
Checking before use Operation ranges The table below indicates the temperature and humidity ranges the air conditioner can be operated within. Refer to the Mode Indoor temperature Outdoor temperature Indoor humidity Cooling 15°C~43°C 16˚C~30˚C Relative humidity 80% or less 18°C~43°C 18˚C~30˚C Heating 27˚C or less...
Checking the name of the parts Main parts Room temperature sensor Air intake (up and down) Blade pin lever Display indicator Timer/Auto clean indicator Operation indicator Power button Remote controller receiver...
Checking the remote controller • Point the remote controller towards the remote controller receiver of the indoor unit. • When you properly press the button on the remote controller, you will hear beep sound from the indoor unit and a transmit indicator( ) appears on the remote controller display.
Remote controller display Operation mode indicator Turbo indicator Low battery indicator Quiet indicator Transmit indicator Smart Saver indicator Air swing indicator Fan speed indicator Auto (Turbo) On Timer indicator Medium indicator High Battery changing time When the battery is exhausted, ( ) will be displayed in the remote controller display.
Basic function Basic operation is an operation mode that can be selected by pressing the Mode button. Auto In Auto mode, the air conditioner will automatically set the temperature and fan speed depending on the room temperature detected by the room temperature. Cool In Cool mode, the air conditioner will cool your room.
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Press the button to turn on the air conditioner. Press the button to set the operating mode. • Each time you press the Mode button, the mode will change in order of Auto, Cool, Dry, Fan and Heat. Press the button to set the desired fan speed.
Adjusting the air ow direction Press the Air swing button on the remote controller. circulate the air. Press the Air swing direction in a constant position. position you prefer. • Be extremely careful with your while adjusting the Horizontal There is a potential risk of personal injury when the unit is mishandled.
mode For a comfortable sleep, the air conditioner will operate it Fall asleep Sound sleep Wake up from mode. When the air conditioner is on and in cool/heat mode 1. Press the button on the remote controller. controller display.
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1. Press the On Time imer button. Setting On timer 2. Press the Time Up or Time Down button to set the time. You can set the time in half hourly unit from 30 minutes ~ 3 hours and hour unit from ...
If the air conditioner is on - The air conditioner will operate On timer after 3 hours 1 hour from the moment you have set the timer. from the moment you have set the timer. Your air conditioner will turn on after 2 hours. Your air conditioner will remain on for 2 hours and then •...
Using the Auto Clean function Auto clean function will prevent from growing mold by eliminating the moisture inside of the indoor unit. Your indoor unit evaporates the moisture inside of the unit. Activate this function to provide you with more clean and healthier air. Press the Auto Clean button.
Cleaning the air conditioner Cleaning the indoor unit Wipe the surface of the unit with a slightly wet or dry cloth when needed. • Contact the service center when you clean the indoor unit heat exchanger because it needs to be disassembled. •...
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Cleaning the air conditioner and slide it down. Open the panel and put the Air lter out. Clean the Air lter with a vacuum cleaner or soft brush. If dust is too heavy, rinse it with running water. Insert the Air lter back in its original position Dry the Air lter in a ventilated area.
Maintaining the air conditioner If the air conditioner will not be used for an extended period of time, dry the air conditioner to maintain it in best condition. 1. Dry the air conditioner thoroughly by operating in Fan mode for 3 to 4 hours and disconnect the power plug. There may be internal damage if moisture is left in components.
Troubleshooting Refer to the following chart if the air conditioner operates abnormally. This may save time and unnecessary expenses. PROBLEM SOLUTION The air conditioner does • Check power status and then operate the air conditioner again. not work at all. •...
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PROBLEM SOLUTION Error is indicated. • When an indoor unit indicator blinks, contact the nearest service center. Noise is generated. • Depending on the status of the air conditioner usage, noise can be heard when refrigerant Smoke is generated from •...
SAMSUNG’s technical support if the unit produces smoke, if the power cable is hot or damaged or if the unit is very noisy. Always remember to inspect the unit, electric connections, refrigerant tubes and protections regularly. These operations ...
Installing the unit IMPORTANT: Always disassemble the electric lines before the refrigerant tubes. Upon receipt, inspect the product to verify that it has not been damaged during transport. If the product appears damaged, DO NOT INSTALL it and immediately report the damage to the carrier or retailer (if the installer or the authorized technician has collected the material from the retailer.) After completing the installation, always carry out a functional test and provide the instructions on how to operate the air ...
Choosing the installation location Outdoor Unit Where it is not exposed to strong wind Well ventilated and dustless places Out of the direct sunlight and rain Where neighbors are not annoyed by operation sound or hot air ...
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Space Requirements for Outdoor Unit When installing 1 outdoor unit Figure Description Top view Side view Air intake Air outlet Air intake Air outlet direction (Unit : mm) When the air outlet is opposite the When the air outlet is towards the When 3 sides of the outdoor unit are ...
Choosing the installation location (Unit : mm) When the walls are blocking front and the rear side of the outdoor When the upper part of the outdoor unit and units the air outlet is opposite the wall 300 or more 600 or more 600 or more When front and rear side of the outdoor unit is towards the wall...
Optional accessories The following connection accessories are optional. If they are not supplied, you should obtain them before installing the air conditioner. Insulated Insulated Assembly Insulated Assembly Pipe, Insulated Assembly Pipe, PE T3 Foam Tube Assembly Pipe, Pipe, Ø9.52mm x 5m (1) Ø12.70mm x 5m (1) Ø15.88mm x 5m (1) Vinyl Tapes (2)
Installing and connecting the assembly pipe of the indoor unit refrigeration grade pipe only, (Cu DHP type according to ISO1337), degreased and deoxidized, suitable for operating pressures of at least 4200 kPa and for burst pressure of at least 20700 kPa. Under no circumstances must sanitary type copper pipe be used.
Purging the indoor unit The indoor unit is supplied with inert gas (nitrogen). If this one isn’t true, DO NOT INSTALL THE UNIT since leakage could be inside the indoor unit. 1. Unscrew the caps at the end of each pipe. All inert gas exhausts from the indoor unit.
Cutting or extending the pipe Correct Damaged Uneven Inclined Cracked Surface Thickness applying the following torque: Outer Diameter Torque (kgf•cm) Flare nut ø6.35 mm 140~170 ø9.52 mm 250~280 ø12.70 mm 380~420 ø15.88 mm 440~480 ø19.05 mm 990~1210 Indoor outlet pipe Connecting pipe ø22.23 mm 990~1210...
Drain hose installation 1. If necessary, connect the 2-meter extension drain hose to the drain hose. 2. If you use the extension drain hose, insulate the inside of the extension drain hose with a shield. tightly with a clamp. • If you do not use the other drain hose hole, block it with a rubber stopper. Drain hose hole 4.
Installing and connecting the drain hose of the outdoor unit While heating, ice may accumulate. During the process of defrosting, check if condensation draining is adequate. For adequate draining, do the following: 1. Insert the drain plug into the drain hole on the underside of the outdoor unit. •...
3. Connect the charging hose of the low-pressure side of manifold gauge to a Manifold gauge gas service port as seen in the picture. 4. Open the valve of the low pressure side of manifold gauge counterclockwise. Valve 5. Purge the air in the connected pipes using the vacuum pump for about Gas service port 15 minutes.
Performing the gas leak tests Make sure to check for gas leaks before completing the installation process (connecting the assembly pipe and hose between To check for gas leaks on the outdoor unit, Check the valve A and B using a leak detector. To check for gas leaks on the indoor unit, Leak test with nitrogen (before opening valves) In order to detect basic refrigerant leaks, before recreating the vacuum and recirculating.
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Fixing the indoor unit in place Perform the following work on the area where gas leak test was done priorly. After checking for gas leaks in the system, insulate the pipe, hose and cables. Insulation Then place the indoor unit on the installation plate. part without insulation on the end of the pipes.
Final Check and Trial Operation To complete the installation, perform the following checks and tests to ensure that the air conditioner operates correctly. Check the followings: • Strength of the installation site • Tightness of pipe connection to detect gas leak •...
How to connect your extended power cables e t I s to prepare (compressor and insulation tape should be prepared by an installation technician.) Tools Crimping plier Connection sleeve (mm) Insulation tape Contraction tube (mm) Spec MH-14 20xØ7.0(HxOD) Width 18mm 50xØ8.0(LxOD) Shape (Unit: mm)
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