Perfect Aire 10000PPAC - Manual (Page 13)

CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
1) Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing.
2) Do not use gasoline, thinner or other chemicals to clean
the unit.
3) Do not wash the unit directly under a tap or using a hose.
It may cause electrical danger.
4) If the power cord is damaged, it should be repaired by the
manufacturer or an authorized repairman.
IMPORTANT:
1. Air filter
- Clean the air filter at least once every two weeks to prevent
inferior fan operation because of dust.
- Removal
This unit has two filters. Grasp the upper filter tab (Fig. 26);
pull the filter out then up. Remove the lower filter by
loosening the screw, taking down the air inlet grille, then
removing the air filter as shown in Fig. 27 & 28.
- Cleaning
Wash the air filter by immersing it gently in warm water
(about 104 O F/40 O C) with a mild detergent. Rinse the filter
and dry it in a cool, dry place.
- Mounting
Insert the upper air filter from the top after cleaning. Attach
the lower air filter on the air inlet grille. Install the grille using
the screw. Make sure the screw is securely fastened.
2. Unit enclosure
- Use a lint-free cloth soaked with mild detergent to clean
the unit enclosure. Finished by using a dry, clean cloth.
Fig. 26
3. Unit idle for a long time
Air filter
(slide out)
- Remove the rubber plug at the back of the unit and attach
a hose to drain outlet. Place the open end of the hose
directly over the drain area in your basement floor.
(See Fig. 24 & 25.)
- Remove the plug from the bottom drain outlet; all the water
in the bottom tray will drain out. (See Fig. 25.)
- Keep the unit running on FAN mode for half of a day in
a warm room to dry the inside of the unit and prevent mold
from forming.
- Stop the appliance and unplug it. Wrap the cord and bundle
it with the band. (See Fig. 29.) Remove the batteries from the
remote control.
- Clean the air filter and reinstall it.
- Unscrew the exhaust hose to the right or left and pull out
for uninstallation. (See Fig. 30.) Keep it safe and cover the
window (or wall) hole.
Winter Storage
If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter,
uninstall the exhaust hose as described above and carefully
cover the unit with plastic or the original carton. Always store
in an upright position.
Fig. 27
Fig. 29
Remove the
screw and
take the air
inlet grille
off.
Remove the air filter
from the grille.
Fig. 28
Band
Power cord
Fig. 30
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