Carrier 40GVC Owner's Manual
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8CLEANING, MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTINGELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARDFailure to follow this caution may result in personal injuryor death.Always turn off power to the system before performing anycleaning or maintenance to the system. Turn off the outdoordisconnect switch located near outdoor unit. Be sure todisconnect indoor unit if on a separate switchCAUTION!EQUIPMENT DAMAGE/OPERATION HAZARDFailure to follow this caution may result in equipmentdamage or improper unit operation.Operating the system with dirty air filters may damage theindoor unit and could cause reduced cooling performance,intermittent system operation, frost build--up on indoor coilor blown fuses.CAUTION!Periodic MaintenancePeriodic maintenance is recommended to ensure proper operationof the unit. Recommended maintenance intervals may varydepending on the installation environment, e.g., dusty zones, etc.Refer to Table 1.CUT HAZARDFailure to follow this caution may result in personal injury.The coil fins are very sharp. Use caution when cleaning.Always wear safety protection.CAUTION!Cleaning the CoilClean the coil at the beginning of each cooling season, or whennecessary. Use a vacuum cleaner or a long--bristle brush to avoiddamage to the coil fins.Air FiltersRemove and clean the air filters once a month.NOTE: If air filters show signs of excessive wear or are torn, theymust be replaced. Contact your local dealer for replacement filters.1. Open front panel on unit.2. Pull filters down to remove.3. Vacuum filters.4. Clean with warm water.5. Shake filter to remove excess water and dry thoroughly.6. Replace filter by sliding into rack until filter snaps in place.7. Close front panel on unit.EQUIPMENT DAMAGE HAZARDFailure to follow this caution may result in equipmentdamage.When cleaning the front panel, do not use water hotter than105_F (40.56_C) and do not pour water onto the fan coil.Do not use abrasive or petroleum based cleaners as theymay damage the front panel.CAUTION!Indoor Unit Front PanelTo clean the front panel on the indoor unit, wipe the outside witha soft, dry cloth. If necessary, a mild liquid detergent can be appliedand wiped off with a dry cloth.Preparing for Extended Shutdown PeriodClean the filters and reposition them in the unit. Operate the unitin Fan only mode for 12 hours to dry all internal parts.Turn main power supply off and remove batteries from the remotecontrol.System Operation RecommendationsThe items outlined in the following list will help to assure propersystem operation:S Replace both remote control batteries at the same time.S Point the remote control toward the unit display panel whentransmitting a command.S Keep doors and windows closed while unit is operating.S Contact an authorized service representative if a problem arisesthat cannot be easily resolved.S Do not perform cleaning or maintenance activities while unitis on.S Keep display panel on unit away from direct sunlight and heatas this may interfere with remote control transmissions.S Do not block air intakes and outlets on the indoor or outdoorunits.Energy Saving RecommendationsThe following recommendations will add greater efficiency to theductfree system:S Select a comfortable thermostat setting and leave it at chosensetting. Avoid continually raising and lowering the setting.S Keep unit filter clean. Frequent cleaning may be necessary de-pending on indoor air quality.S Use drapes, curtains or shades to keep direct sunlight fromheating room on very hot days.S Do not obstruct air intake on front panel.S Turn on air conditioning before indoor air becomes too un-comfortable.TroubleshootingRefer to Table 2 before contacting your local dealer. |
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