Turbo Air TAW-8E, User Manual

Page 1: ...can cause damage to the unit 7 Wait at least 3 minutes before restarting the unit or in the case of power failure If you turn on the unit within 3 minutes after power off this can cause damage to the unit 8 If the air conditioner is operated without an air filter dust is not removed from the air and will result in accumulation of dust This may lead to failure of unit Do not forget to install the a...

Page 2: ...LATION 3 NAMES OF MAJOR COMPONENTS 9 4 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 10 15 DISPLAY REMOTE CONTROL HOW TO INSERT BATTERIES 5 GENERAL INFORMATION 16 CHANGING AIR FLOW DIRECTION AIR FLOW AROUND UNIT DRAIN HOLE AND WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE 6 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 17 AIR FILTER CLEANING THE AIR CONDITIONER 7 ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS 18 ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS USE OF EXTENSION CORDS 8 BEFORE CALLING FOR ...

Page 3: ...manual to become familiar with the operation of your room air conditioner After installing the unit re read these instructions to make sure you have completed each step and all parts are fastened in place for a secure installation For best results perform the installation procedure in the order given Doing so will minimize the time required to install the unit BASIC TOOLS NEEDED SAFETY INSTRUCTION...

Page 4: ...s used near children or pets This appliance must be connected to a proper electrical outlet with the correct electrical supply Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and fire DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PLUG If you do not have a three prong electric receptacle outlet in the wall have a certified electrician install the proper receptacle The wall receptacle MUST be prop...

Page 5: ...wide 3 Mark the center of Window sill with pencil 4 Insert Screws Type A into the sill bracket 5 Attach Sill bracket to window sill using two Screws Type B by each bracket The outside edge of sill bracket should be 9 4 inch 240mm from center line 6 Adjust Screw Type A so that Sill Bracket will have a slight tilt by using carpenter s level meter Step 3 Preparation of Chassis 1 Open inlet grille by ...

Page 6: ... lower side of chassis to the right while pushing right side of Front Grille to the right until the snap fit is released 3 Pull lower side of the Front Grille until it is separated from the chassis 4 Push base side of the Front Grille to upper side until it is separated from the chassis 5 After front grille is removed remove two screws located in either side of the chassis and pull out the unit fr...

Page 7: ...This will prevent raising of the window from the outside If you have a hard wood or metal window frame a 1 8 inch pilot hole may be needed in order to drive the screws 8 Attach the Window Seal A to window see the picture shown in step 8 page 8 Step 5 Secure Window Shutter To provide a proper seal pull each expandable side Window Shutter out and up until it is tight against the window frame Using t...

Page 8: ...Grille s hook to each Chassis holes 4 Fasten Front Grille with screws 5 Insert Filter into the Front Grille 6 Attach the inlet grill to the front grille Step 8 Recheck the entire installation WALL Screw Type B 2x2 4 pieces SILL Screw Type C 3 pieces Screw Type C 2x1 2 pieces GUIDE LOWER WINDOW KIT R L Screw Type D 2x4 8 pieces Screw Type C 2 pieces WINDOW SEAL A WINDOW SASH SILL BRACKET 2 pieces O...

Page 9: ... HORIZONTAL BLADE 4 BLADE KNOB 5 FRONT GRILLE 6 INLET GRILLE NO PART NAME 7 AIR FILTER 8 CONTROL PANEL 9 TOP FRAME GUIDE 10 WINDOW KIT FRAME 11 WINDOW SHUTTER 12 REMOTE CONTROLLER NAMES OF MAJOR COMPONENTS 9 2 4 0 q 8 7 7 1 1 5 5 6 2 4 8 3 3 6 w ...

Page 10: ...turn the unit OFF push this button again MODE SELECT Everytime you push this button It is selected as follows COOLING TURBO FAN COOLING FAN SPEED Everytime you push this button It is selected as follows Low High Low ENERGY SAVE Whenever you push this button the cumulative power consumption is decreased 10 DISPLAY OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Room Air conditioner ROOM TEMP DESIRED TEMP TEMP MODE FAN SPEE...

Page 11: ...t is selected as follows COOLING TURBO FAN COOLING ENERGY SAVE Whenever you push this button the cumulative power consumption is decreased TEMPERATURE It is the button to set the room to the desired room temperature The temp can be set within a range from 16 C 60 F to 32 C 90 F by 1 C 1 F increments POWER ON OFF To turn the unit ON push this button To turn the unit OFF push this button again FAN S...

Page 12: ... OFF TIMER can be selected By remote control button only 1 The desired room temperature is changed within a range from 16 C 60 F to 32 C 90 F by 1 C F increments 1 FAN SPEED is changed as follows by pushing FAN SPEED button LOW HIGH LOW DISPLAY 1 Current room temperature is displayed 2 COOLING lamp is lit 1 Current room temperature is displayed 2 COOLING lamp is lit 1 It displays desired room temp...

Page 13: ...set to as follows by pushing TIMER CANCEL button 1hr 2hr 3hr 4hr 5hr 6hr 8hr 10hr 12hr 16hr 20hr 24hr cancel 2 Unit is off after timer is over 3 If you want to cancel timer push this button again at any time DISPLAY 1 Current room temperature is displayed 2 FAN lamp is lit 1 Current room temperature is displayed 2 ENERGY SAVE lamp is lit 1 Current room temperature is displayed 2 TURBO lamp is lit ...

Page 14: ...ollows by pushing SLEEP button L1 L2 cancel L1 Mode The unit is off after 4 hours The desired Temp is increased 3 C 5 4 F for 4 hours Fan speed is set to LOW L2 MODE The unit works as follows Fan speed is set to LOW 2 Set proper desired room temperature fan speed 3 This mode can be selected in COOLING mode only DISPLAY 1 TIMER lamp is lit 2 Setting time is displayed 3 After a few seconds display i...

Page 15: ...at the and directions are correct Be sure that both batteries are new Re attach the cover Slide it back into position It is not recommended to use rechargeable batteries Such batteries differ from standard dry cells in performance Remove the batteries from the remote controller if the air conditioner is not going to be used for an extended length of time 1 2 3 ...

Page 16: ... flow is obstructed or deflected back into unit the compressor may cycle on and off rapidly causing early compressor failure DRAIN HOLE AND WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE Locate drain hole at the rear or on the bottom of unit Water in base pan is picked up by the fan blade and thrown onto the warm outdoor coil where it evaporates The air conditioner must be installed level or tilted slightly to the outsid...

Page 17: ...water first 4 Front grill may be wiped off with a cloth dampened in a mild detergent solution 5 Cabinet may be washed with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water then polished with liquid wax for appliances 6 Condenser and Evaporator coils should be cleaned at the beginning of each cooling season Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to clean them making sure that the Condenser and Evaporator coil...

Page 18: ...d However if you still elect to use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it is a UL listed 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord rated with a 3 blade grounding plug and a 3 slot receptacle that will plug into the appliance The marked rating of the extension cord should be 125V 13A Min ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS WARNING To avoid death personal injury or property damage due to ele...

Page 19: ...aces Normal for operation in humid areas Suggested Solution Set Fan Control Select to position other than OFF Confirm power cord is plugged in Verify main power switch main circuit breaker or fuse of the unit is good Wait 3 to 4 minutes and restart the unit Clean air filter When blocked by curtains blinds or furnitures etc the air flow is restricted and cooling performance is affected Adjust therm...

Page 20: ... to assume for us any other liability in connection with the sale of our electronic products other than such as expressly set forth herein How to Obtain Warranty Service Warranty service can be obtained by contacting our Customer Service Centre at 1 800 381 7770 In order to receive warranty service you must provide the Customer Service Centre the date of purchase the model number serial number and...

Page 21: ...TYPE ROOM AIR CONDITIONER W1 R C US LISTED UL and CUL listed Please read carefully and thoroughly this manual before operating the unit If you still have any difficulties or problems consult your dealer for help or Turbo Air Inc Please keep this manual handy ...