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Air conditioner User manual/Installation manual AJNBLDCH / AJ018NBMDCH • Thank you for purchasing this Samsung air conditioner. • Before operating this unit, please read this user manual carefully and retain it for future reference. DB68-07380A-00...
Contents Safety Information Safety Information At a Glance Indoor Unit Overview Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning the Air Conditioner Cleaning the air filter Maintaining the Air Conditioner Periodical checks Appendix Troubleshooting Operation Features Installation Safety Information Installation Procedure Step 1 Checking and preparing accessories Step 2 Choosing the installation location Step 3 Optional: Insulating the body of the indoor unit Step 4 Installing the indoor unit...
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Troubleshooting Correct Disposal of This Product (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) (Applicable in countries with separate collection systems) This marking on the product, accessories or literature indicates that the product and its electronic accessories (e.g. charger, headset, USB cable) should not be disposed of with other household waste at the end of their working life. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, please separate these items from other types of waste and recycle them responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources.
If you have any questions, call your nearest contact centre or find help and information online at www.samsung.com. WARNING Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury or death.
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The installation of this appliance must be performed by a qualified technician or service company. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock, fire, explosion, problems with the product, or injury. Install a switch and circuit breaker dedicated to the air conditioner. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire.
Safety Information CAUTION Install your appliance on a level and hard floor that can support its weight. • Failing to do so may result in abnormal vibrations, noise, or problems with the product. Install the draining hose properly so that water is drained correctly. • Failing to do so may result in water overflowing and property damage.
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FOR USING WARNING If the appliance is flooded, please contact your nearest service centre. • Failing to do so may result in electric shock or fire. If the appliance generates a strange noise, a burning smell or smoke, unplug the power plug immediately and contact your nearest service centre.
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Safety Information After unpacking the air conditioner, keep all packaging materials well out of the reach of children, as packaging materials can be dangerous to children. • If a child places a bag over its head, it may result in suffocation. Do not touch the front panel with your hands or fingers during the heating operation.
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CAUTION Do not place objects or devices under the indoor unit. • Water dripping from the indoor unit may result in fire or property damage. Check that the installation frame of the outdoor unit is not broken at least once a year. • Failing to do so may result in injury, death or property damage.
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Safety Information 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.
Indoor Unit Overview Congratulations on the purchase of the air conditioner. We hope you enjoy the features of your air conditioner and stay cool or warm with optimal efficiency. Please read the user manual to get started and to make the best use of the air conditioner. SLIM DUCT TYPE(AJNBLDCH) Air filter (the return air side) Ceiling...
Cleaning the Air Conditioner Cleaning the air filter For the best performance from your air conditioner, clean it periodically. When cleaning, make sure to unplug from the unit for user’s safety. When cleaning the filter, make sure to unplug the power from the unit. Washable foam based Air filter captures large particles from the air.
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MAS duct type (AJ018NBMDCH) 1. Slide out the Air filter on the rear side panel to the right side. 2. Clean the Air filter with a vacuum cleaner or soft brush. If dust is too heavy, then rinse it with running water and dry it 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 in best conditions. 1. Dry the air conditioner thoroughly by operating in Fan mode for 3 to 4 hours and disconnect the power plug.
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Internal protections via the unit control system This internal protection operates if an internal fault occurs in the air conditioner. Type Description The internal fan will be off against cold air when the heat pump is Against cold air heating. The internal fan will be off against cold air when the heat pump is De-ice cycle heating.
Troubleshooting Refer to the following chart if the air conditioner operates abnormally. This may save time and unnecessary expense. Problem Solution • Check if the power plug is properly connected. • Check whether the auxiliary power switch (MCCB, ELB) is turned on. • If the auxiliary power switch (MCCB, ELB) is turned off, the air conditioner does not work although you press the (Power)
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Problem Solution • Check whether the indicator is displayed at the bottom right The wired remote of the remote control display. In this case, turn off both the air control does not conditioner and the auxiliary power switch, and then contact a operate.
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Troubleshooting Problem Solution • Both cooling and heating do not operate in the Fan mode. Select the Cool, Heat, Auto, or Dry mode. • Check whether the air filter is blocked with dirt. A dusty filter may decrease the cooling and heating efficiencies. Clean the air filter frequently.
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Problem Solution • In winter, if the indoor humidity is high, steam may be produced Steam is produced around the air outlet while the defrost function is running. This is a on the indoor unit. normal operation. The outdoor unit fan continues to • W hen the air conditioner is turned off, the outdoor unit fan may operate when the...
Operation Features Operating temperature and humidity Outdoor temperature Indoor temperature Indoor humidity Mode AJ017/018/ AJ034/038NCJ5CH 80 % or 023/028NCJCH 16 °C to 32 °C less relative humidity Cool mode -5 °C to 46 °C -10 °C to 46 °C Heat mode -15 °C to 24 °C 27 °C or less Dry mode...
• This manual explains how to install an indoor unit authorised centres or returned to the retailer so that it with a split system with two SAMSUNG units. The use can be disposed of correctly and safely. of other types of units with different control systems may damage the units and invalidate the warranty.
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Safety Information Installing the unit Power supply line, fuse or circuit breaker WARNING WARNING IMPORTANT: When installing the unit, always remember to connect first the refrigerant tubes, then the electrical • Always make sure that the power supply is compliant lines.
Safety Information Do not install the air conditioner in following places. CAUTION • Place where there is mineral oil or arsenic acid. Resin Make sure that you earth the cables. parts flame and the accessories may drop or water • Do not connect the earth wire to the gas pipe, water may leak.
Installation Procedure Step 2 Choosing the installation Space requirements for installation location Construction Standard for Inspection Hole 1. In case, the ceiling is tex tile, Inspection hole dose not need. General requirements for installation location 2. In case, the ceiling is plaster board, Inspection hole depends on Inside height of the ceiing.
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Drawing of the indoor unit AJ009NBLDCH / AJ012NBLDCH (Unit: mm) 11.9 3 256=768 (Suspension position) 938.4 8 100=800 (Air outlet duct flange) 22-ø3.2 hole (Air around) 1000 Discharge side Suction side Name Description Liquid pipe connection ø6.35 Gas pipe connection ø9.52 Hose connection Hose connection...
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Installation Procedure AJ052MBMDEH (Unit: mm) (Suspension position) Discharge side Suction side Name Description Liquid pipe connection ø6.35 Gas pipe connection ø12.7 Drain pipe connection OD25 ID20(without drain pump) Drain pipe connection Using drain pump (Optional) Power supply connection Air discharge flange Air filter Hook M8~M10...
Step 3 Optional: Insulating the body Step 4 Installing the indoor unit of the indoor unit When deciding on the location of the air conditioner with the owner, the following restrictions must be taken into account 1. Place the pattern sheet on the ceiling at the spot where you want to install the indoor unit.
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Installation Procedure • If the length of suspension bolt is more than 1.5m, • When installing the indoor unit, make sure it is not it is required to prevent vibration. tilted toward front or back side. • If this is not possible, create an opening on the false CAUTION ceiling in order to be able to use it to perform the required operations on the indoor unit.
Step 5 Purging inert gas from the Step 6 Cutting and flaring the pipes indoor unit 1. Make sure that you have the required tools available. (pipe cutter, reamer, flaring tool and pipe holder) From factory the unit is supplied and set with a pre- 2.
Installation Procedure 5. Check that the flaring is correct, referring to the Outer diameter (D) Torque (N•m) illustrations below for examples of incorrect flaring. Ø6.35 mm 14 ~ 18 Ø9.52 mm 34 ~ 42 Ø12.70 mm 49 ~ 61 Ø15.88 mm 68 ~ 82 NOTE • If the pipes must be shortened refer to page 29,...
Step 8 Performing the gas leak test 2. Wind insulating tape around the pipes and drain hose avoiding compressing the insulation too much. To identify potential gas leaks on the indoor unit, inspect the connection area of each refrigerant pipe using a leak Insulation cover pipe detector for R-410A.
Installation Procedure Step 10 Installing the drain hose and 5. Select the insulation of the refrigerant pipe. drain pipe • Insulate the gas side and liquid side pipe, noting the insulation thickness that must differ according to the 1. Push the supplied drain hose as far as possible over the pipe size.
Without the drain pump Step 11 Performing the drainage test Prepare a little water about 2 liter. 1. Install horizontal drainpipe with a slope of 1/100 or more and fix it by hanger space of 1.0~1.5m. 1. Pour water into the base pan in the indoor unit as shown in figure.
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Installation Procedure Indoor Unit Receiver & Display Unit (Optional ) MAIN PCB CN51 BLK CN31 RED CN33 BLU Float Switch Drain Pump (Optional ) CN74 YEL COM2 (F 3, F4) 1(L) 2(N) Vw Vw Wired Remote Controlle 1(L) 2(N) Indoor Between Indoor Power and Outdoor...
Step 13 Optional: Extending the Indoor power supply power cable Power supply Max/Min(V) Indoor power cable 1. Prepare a crimping tool and the following tools. ±10% 208 to 230V, 60 Hz 0.75 to 1.5 mm², 3 wires Tools Spec Shape Communication cable 0.75 to 1.5 mm², 2 wires Crimping pliers...
Installation Procedure CAUTION Method 1 Method 2 • Make sure that the connection parts are not exposed to outside. • Be sure to use insulation tape and a contraction tube Connection sleeve Connection sleeve made of approved reinforced insulating materials that have the same level of withstand voltage with the 4.
Step 16 Additional Functions External Static Pressure External Static 2.0 Pressure (mmAq) AJ009NBLDCH 015201-14021C 015201-14023E 015201-140390 015203-1403F9 AJ012NBLDCH 015201-16025F 015201-160370 015203-160183 015203-1603CE SW05 External Static 4.0 Pressure (mmAq) AJ018NBMDCH 012221-1942ad 012221-1943b5 012221-1943d6 012221-1943f9 Function • Mark ‘ ’ is the basic model of this product. ...
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Troubleshooting • If an error occurs during the operation, one or more LED flickers and the operation is stopped except the LED. • If you re-operate the air conditioner, it operates normally at first, then detect an error again. Indicators Concealed Type Abnormal conditions Remarks...
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• If an error occurs, is displayed on the wired remote controller. If you would like to see an error code, press the Test button. Display Explanation Remark Communication Error between indoor and outdoor unit Error of Room sensor in the indoor unit(Open/Short) Error of Eva In sensor in the indoor unit(Open/Short) Error of Eva Out sensor in the indoor init(Open/Short) 2nd Detection of the float switch...
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