13 Maintenance and serviceInstallation and operation manual15FXFQ20~125BVEBVRV system air conditioner4P540926-1B – 2019.0113.2 Cleaning the air filter, suctiongrille, air outlet and outside panelsCAUTIONTurn off the unit before cleaning the air filter, suction grille,air outlet and outside panels.13.2.1 To clean the air filterWhen to clean the air filter:▪ Rule of thumb: Clean every 6 months. If the air in the room isextremely contaminated, increase the cleaning frequency.▪ Depending on the settings, the user interface can display theTIME TO CLEAN AIR FILTER notification. Clean the air filterwhen the notification is displayed.▪ If the dirt becomes impossible to clean, change the air filter(= optional equipment).How to clean the air filter:NOTICEDo NOT use water of 50°C or higher. Possibleconsequence: Discoloration and deformation.1 Open the suction grille.Standard panel:1Design panel:11222 Remove the air filter.Standard panel:123Design panel:1233 Clean the air filter. Use a vacuum cleaner or wash with water. Ifthe air filter is very dirty, use a soft brush and neutral detergent.4 Dry the air filter in the shadow.5 Reattach the air filter and close the suction grille.6 Turn ON the power.7 Press the FILTER SIGN RESET button.Result: The TIME TO CLEAN AIR FILTER notificationdisappears from the user interface.13.2.2 To clean the suction grilleNOTICEDo NOT use water of 50°C or higher. Possibleconsequence: Discoloration and deformation.1 Open the suction grille.Standard panel:1Design panel:11222 Remove the suction grille.Standard panel:45°12Design panel:123 Remove the air filter.