AQV09A Series AQV12A Series Air Conditioner user manual imagine the possibilities Thank you for purchasing this Samsung product. To receive more complete service, please register your product at www.samsung.com/global/register AQV09A_IB_E_28606A.
features of your new air conditioner • Cool Summer Offer On those hot sweltering summer days and long restless nights, there is no better escape from the heat than the cool comforts of home. Your new air conditioner brings an end to exhausting hot summer days and lets you rest. This summer, beat the heat with your own air conditioner.
safety information To prevent electric shock, disconnect the power before servicing, cleaning, and installing the unit. SAFETY INFORMATION Before using your new air conditioner, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to safely and efficiently operate the extensive features and functions of your new appliance.
safety information SEVERE WARNING SIGNS Do not place the air conditioner near hazardous substances or equipment that releases free flames to avoid fires, explosions or injuries. • Potential risk of fire hazard or explosion. Do not spray flammable gases such as insecticide near the air conditioner. • Potential risk of electric shock, fire or unit malfunction. Do not block or place items in front of the air conditioner. Do not step, hang onto, or place heavy items on the air conditioner.
If the air conditioner becomes wet, turn the power off immediately and call your nearest contact center. • Potential risk of fire or electric shock. Install an exclusive circuit breaker and short-circuit breaker for the air conditioner. • Potential risk of electric shock or fire. ENGLISH If the power cable or cord is damaged, the manufacturer, a qualified service technician must replace it to avoid a potential risk. Disconnect the air conditioner from power supply before it is repaired or disassembled.
safety information CAUTION SIGNS Do not place containers with liquid or other objects on the unit. Do not touch the pipe connected to the air conditioner. • Potential risk of personal injury or burn. The air conditioner is composed of moving parts. Keep children away from the unit to avoid physical injury. Check for damage on delivery. If damaged, do not install the air conditioner and call the place of purchase immediately.
Install a pipe length according to minimum and maximum limit prescribed into installation manual. • with length different from specified, the system performance and reliability will be reduced drastically. If a power outage occurs while the air conditioner is working, turn off the power source immediately. When cleaning the outdoor unit, touch the heat exchanger radiator fins with extreme care. Make sure there are no obstacles under the indoor unit. • Potential risk of fire or loss of property.
contents VIEWING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER BEFORE USE 10 10 10 11 11 11 12 13 13 13 Checking the indoor unit and digital display Main parts Indoor unit digital display Removing the front panel Power button and Room temperature sensor Checking the outdoor unit Checking the remote control Remote control display Using the remote control Installing the batteries OPERATING BASIC FUNCTION 14 14 14 15 16 17 18 19 19 19 Turning the air conditioner on and off Selecting operation mode Auto Cool Dry Fan Heat Adjusting
20 21 21 22 23 24 26 27 28 28 Using the Turbo function Setting the timer On timer Off timer Combining On timer and Off timer mode function Using the Using the Energy saving function Using the Silence function Using the Evaporator clean function CLEANING AND MAINTAINING THE AIR CONDITIONER 29 29 29 30 31 31 31 Cleaning the exterior Cleaning the filter Air filter Anti-allergy filter Replacing the filter Deodorizing filter Maintaining your air conditioner APPENDIX 32 33 Troubleshooting Operation ranges
viewing your air conditioner before use Congratulations on the purchase of a Samsung air conditioner. We hope you will 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. CHECKING THE INDOOR UNIT AND DIGITAL DISPLAY Carefully unpack your air conditioner, and check the unit to make sure it is not damaged.
REMOVING THE FRONT PANEL Grab the grooved side of the front panel tightly and pull the bottom side of the panel upwards to remove the front panel. ENGLISH Power button and Room temperature sensor You may locate the Power button on the right bottom side of the air conditioner. If the front panel is open, you can check the room temperature sensor. button. You can turn on the air conditioner without the remote control by pressing the Power The room temperature sensor measures indoor room temperature.
viewing your air conditioner before use CHECKING THE REMOTE CONTROL Activate the air conditioner by pointing the remote control directly at the unit. Remote control display Temperature Power Turns the air conditioner ON and OFF. Mode Set one of the 5 operating modes. (See pages 14~18 for instructions.) Digital On/Off Turns On/Off the digital display during operation. The operating mode indicator will remain on. Decreases/Increases the temperature by 1˚C.
Remote control display Air swing indicator Set temperature indicator Operating mode indicator indicator Turbo indicator ENGLISH Silence indicator Fan speed indicator Energy saving indicator Transmit indicator indicator Low battery indicator On/Off Timer indicator Using the remote control • Point the remote control towards the remote control sensor of the unit. • The unit will beep each time a button is pressed on the remote control.
operating basic function TURNING THE AIR CONDITIONER ON AND OFF Press the Power button on the remote control. You will hear a ringing sound and the front panel will lift up when the air conditioner is properly turned on. The indicator will also fade in and fade out. When you turn off the air conditioner, the indicator will fade in and fade out and the front panel will return to its closed position. Turning on/off your air conditioner without the remote control.
Cool In Cool mode, the air conditioner will cool your room. You can adjust the temperature and the fan speed to feel cooler . 1. Turn on the air conditioner. Press the Power button on the remote control. 2. Set the operating mode. ENGLISH Press the Mode button on the remote control until Cool mode indicator appears on the remote control display. The air conditioner operates in Cool mode and will lower the temperature in your room.
operating basic function SELECTING OPERATION MODE Dry The air conditioner in Dry mode acts like a dehumidifier by removing moisture indoors. Dry mode makes the air refreshing even in humid climates. 1. Turn on the air conditioner. Press the Power button on the remote control. 2. Set the operating mode. Press the Mode button on the remote control until Dry mode indicator appears on the remote control display. The air conditioner operates in Dry mode and automatically adjusts the fan speed to Auto.
Fan Fan mode can be selected to ventilate your room. Fan mode is helpful in refreshing the stale air in your room. 1. Turn on the air conditioner. Press the Power button on the remote control. 2. Set the operating mode. ENGLISH Press the Mode button on the remote control until Fan mode indicator appears on the remote control display. The air conditioner operates in Fan mode and automatically adjusts the temperature according to the current room temperature.
operating basic function SELECTING OPERATION MODE Heat The air conditioner heats as well as cools. Warm your room with this versatile appliance in the cold of winter. 1. Turn on the air conditioner. Press the Power button on the remote control. 2. Set the operating mode. Press the Mode button on the remote control until Heat mode indicator appears on the remote control display. The air conditioner operates in Heat mode and warms your room.
ADJUSTING THE AIR FLOW DIRECTION Air flow can be adjusted to your desired position. Vertical air flow Air flow blades move up and down. 1. Press the Air swing button on the remote control. To keep the air flow direction in a constant position, press the Air swing remote control again. button on the ENGLISH Air swing indicator turns on and the number of indicator lights move up and down. Air flow blades move up and down continuously to circulate the air.
using advanced functions USING THE TURBO FUNCTION Turbo function will be helpful to cool or heat your room quickly and effectively by operating at the maximum fan speed for 30 minutes. 1. Turn on the air conditioner. Press the Power button on the remote control. 2. Set the operating mode. Press the Turbo button on the remote control until Turbo indicator appears on the remote control display.
SETTING THE TIMER This advanced Timer function allows you to turn on/off your air conditioner automatically even when you are away. Simply set the time and your air conditioner will turn on/off automatically. On timer This function allows you to turn on the air conditioner automatically within the time range of 24 hours. On timer is available while your air conditioner is on/off. ENGLISH 1. Press the On button on the remote control. On timer indicator blinks on the remote control display. 2.
using advanced functions SETTING TIMER Off timer This function allows you to turn off the air conditioner automatically within the time range of 24 hours. Off timer is functional while the unit is in operation. 1. Press the Off button on the remote control. Off timer indicator blinks on the remote control display. 2. Set the time you want the air conditioner to turn off automatically. Press the Up or Down button on the remote control to change the time setting while the Off timer indicator is blinking.
Combining On timer and Off timer You can combine the On timer and Off timer together for more convenient use of the timer function. ENGLISH 1. Set the On timer. Press the On button. Set the time for the unit to turn on with the Up and Down button. Press the Set/Cancel button to activate the On timer. See page 21 for more detail instructions on setting the On timer. 2. Set the Off timer. Press the Off button. Set the time for the unit to turn off with the Up and Down button.
using advanced functions SETTING TIMER mode mode lets you sleep comfortably in ideal temperatures while saving energy. mode can be set up when the air conditioner is on. 1. Set operating mode. Press the Mode button on the remote control until Cool/ Heat appears on the remote control display. is only available in Cool/Heat mode. 2. Press the button on the remote control. indicator appears and the Off timer indicator starts blinking on the remote control display. 3.
Temperature changes in mode To prevent excessive cooling/heating during sleep, the mode automatically modifies the temperature setting in accordance with the time setting. Temperature and air current change according to the three stages; Falling asleep, Sound sleep, and Waking up from mode, and then the air conditioner will automatically turn off when the set time has elapsed. prevents you from having difficulty sleeping on extremely hot/cold nights.
using advanced functions USING THE FUNCTION MPI, Micro Plasma Ion, zone generates hydrogen (H) and oxygen (O2) to remove viruses and allergycausing microbes in the air by neutralizing them and turning into water. Now, breathe as if surrounded by indicator on the unit will fade in and fade out continuously waterfalls, rivers, trees, and mountains. while the function is activated. 1. Press the On/Off button on the remote control while the air conditioner off.
USING THE ENERGY SAVING FUNCTION This function will set the temperature range limit to help you save energy while the air conditioner is operating in Cool mode. 1. Press the Energy saving button on the remote control while the air conditioner is operating in Cool mode. ENGLISH E.Saver indicator and air swing indicator appear automatically on the remote control display. The air flow blades move up and down.
using advanced functions USING THE SILENCE FUNCTION This function will help you operate your air conditioner quietly while operating in Cool/Heat mode. 1. Press the Silence button on the remote control while the air conditioner is operating in Cool/Heat mode. Silence indicator appears on the remote control display. The air conditioner will operate more quietly. • Silence function is only available in Cool/Heat mode.
cleaning and maintaining the air conditioner CLEANING THE EXTERIOR CAUTION ENGLISH 1. Wipe the surface of the unit with a slightly wet or dry cloth when needed. Do not use Benzene, Thinner or CloroxTM. They may damage the surface of the air cleaner and can create a risk of fire. CLEANING THE FILTER When cleaning the filter, make sure to unplug the power from the unit. No special tools are needed to clean it. Air filter This air filter captures large particles in the air.
cleaning and maintaining the air conditioner CLEANING THE FILTER DNA filter Using the structure of DNA, the DNA filter is a new technology that screens selectively only toxic agents. This enables a smarter air management. 1. Remove the front panel. Grab the grooved side of the front panel tightly and pull the bottom side of the panel upwards to remove the front panel. 2. Remove the Air filter. Grab the handle and lift it up. Then, pull the Air filter towards you and slide it down. 3.
REPLACING THE FILTER Replacement filters may be purchased from the retail store or ordered from the dealer where you purchased the unit. If you cannot find one, please call a contact center. Deodorizing filter The deodorizing filter efficiently absorbs cigarette smoke, pet odors and other unpleasant smells. Cleaning is simple, just remove the old filter and install a new one. ENGLISH 1. Remove the front panel.
appendix 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 not operate immediately after it has been restarted. • Because of the protective mechanism, the appliance does not start operating immediately to keep the unit from overloading. The air conditioner will start in 3 minutes. The air conditioner does not work at all. • Check that the power plug is properly connected.
OPERATION RANGES The table below indicates the temperature and humidity ranges the air conditioner can be operated within. Refer to the table for efficient use.
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