13Care and MaintenanceIMPORTANT1. Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing.2. Do not use gasoline, paint 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 damage.4. If the power cord is damaged, contact the service depot immediately.AIR FILTERUNIT ENCLOSUREUse a lint-free cloth soaked with neutral detergent to clean the unit enclosure, be sure to wring the cloth of excess water.Finish by wiping with a clean dry cloth.LONG-TERM STORAGE• Remove the rubber plug at the back of the unit and attach a hose to the drain outlet. Place the open end of the hosedirectly over the drain area in your basement floor.• Remove the plug from the bottom drain outlet, this means that all the water in the bottom drain tray will drain out.• Keep the appliance running on FAN mode for half a day in a warm room to dry the appliance inside and prevent moldformation.• Turn off the appliance and unplug it, wrap the cord and bundle it with tape.• Remove the batteries from the remote control.• Clean the air filter and reinstall it.• clean the air filter every two weeks to ensure optimal performance• in households with animals, you will need to periodically wipe down the grill to prevent blocked air flow due to animalhair