Tips For Energy Saving; Troubleshooting - Technibel Climatisation SCDF C5 Série Notice D'utilisation

TIPS FOR ENERGY SAVING

DO NOT:
Block the air intake and outlet of the unit.
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If they are obstructed, the unit will not work well, and
may be damaged.
Let direct sunlight into the room. Use sunshades, blind
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or curtain.
DO:
Always try to keep the air filter clean. A clogged filter
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will impair the performance of the unit.
To prevent conditioned air from escaping, keep windows,
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doors and any other openings closed.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING
The use of portable telephones near the air-conditioner
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may cause disturbance to its normal operation and must
be avoided. In case abnormal operation is noticed,
(OPERATION lamp lights but outdoor unit will not run) to
restore normal operation turn-off electric supply for 60
seconds at least, by disconnecting the main switch or
the wall plug, then start again the air-conditioner.
The blinking OPERATION lamp, together with the stop of
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the air conditioner for a short time, 1 - 2 minutes, are due
to the exceeding condensate drainage.
If the OPERATION lamp goes on blinking and the air
conditioner definitely stops means that the condensate
pump is not working or that the condensate drain pipe in
the flexible connection pipe is obstructed; in this case
contact the AFTER SALE SERVICE.
In case of emergency the air conditioner can work by
draining the condensate from the back little pipe into a
rather short container: extract the little pipe and remove
the cap.
If your air conditioner does not work properly, first check
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the following points before requesting service.
If it still does not work properly, contact your dealer or
service center.
Trouble: the air conditioner does not run at all.
Possible cause:
1. Power failure.
2. Leakage breaker tripped.
3. Line voltage is too low.
4. Operation button is OFF.
5. Batteries in remote control unit have run down.
Remedy:
1. Restore power.
2. Contact service center.
3. Consult your electrician or dealer.
4. Press the button again.
5. Replace batteries.
Trouble: The air conditioner does not operate and
STANDBY lamp flashes.
Possible cause:
1. Defective sensor.
Remedy:
1. Contact service centre.
Note: In some conditions the STANDBY lamp could
flash even if the air conditioner operates correctly; in
this case please do not contact the After Sale Service
office because the lamp wil stop flashing after the next
on/off cycle.
Trouble: TIMER lamp flashes and the air conditioner does
not operate.
Possible cause:
1. Power failure during timer operation.
Remedy:
1. Press ON/OFF button on remote control.
Trouble: Compressor runs but soon stops.
Possible cause:
1. Obstruction in front of condenser coil.
Remedy:
1. Remove obstruction.
Trouble: Poor cooling or heating performance.
Possible cause:
1. Dirty or clogged air filter.
2. Heat source or many people in room.
3. Doors and/or windows are open.
4. Obstacle near air intake or air discharge port.
5. Thermostat is set too high (for cooling) or too low (for
heating).
6. Outdoor temperature is too low (heat pump version).
7. Defrosting system does not work (heat pump version).
Remedy:
1. Clean air filter to improve airflow.
2. Eliminate heat source if possible.
3. Shut them to keep the heat or cold out.
4. Remove it to ensure good airflow.
5. Set the temperature lower (or higher).
6. Try to use a back-up heater (heat pump version).
7. Consult your dealer (heat pump version).
Trouble: Clicking sound is heard from the air conditioner.
Possible cause:
1. In heating or cooling operation, any plastic parts may
expand or shrink due to a sudden temperature change.
In this event, a clicking sound may occur.
Remedy:
1. This is normal, and the sound will disappear when an
even temperature is settled.
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