Panasonic Cwxc183hu Operating Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Room Air Conditioner
Models:CW-XC183HU
CW-XC243HU
Please read these operating instructions thoroughly
before using your air conditioner and keep for future
reference.
For assistance, please call: 1-800-211-PANA(7262) or 
Register your product at : http://www.panasonic.com/register
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Safety Precautions
About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
Features and Installation
Before you call for service...
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Staple your receipt to this page in case you need it later.
Write down the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on the side of each unit.
Dealers Name
Date Purchased
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and
maintain your air conditioner properly. Just a little preventive
care on your part can save you a great deal...

WARNING
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Safety PrecautionsSafety Precautions 
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be
followed.
Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instruction will cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classified
by the following indications.
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
Plug in the power plug
properly.
• Otherwise, it will cause electric
shock or fire due to heat
generation.
Do not operate or stop the
unit by...

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Safety Precautions
When the air filter is to be
removed, do not touch the
metal parts of the unit.
• It may cause an injury.
Do not clean the air
conditioner with water.
• Water may enter the unit and
degrade the insulation. It may
cause an electric shock.
Ventilate well when used
together with a stove, etc.
• An oxygen shortage may occur.
When the unit is to be
cleaned, switch off, and turn
off the breaker.
• Since the fan rotates at high
speed during operation, it may
cause an injury.
Do not put a...

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About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
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1
8
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OPERATION
TEMP
TIMERAIR
SWING
MODE
ECONOMYFAN SPEED1
6
24
5
3
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About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
Controls
REMOTE CONTROLDISPLAY
OPERATION BUTTON
• To turn the air conditioner ON, push the
button. To turn the air conditioner OFF, push
the button again.
• This button takes priority over any other
buttons.
• When you first turn it on, the air conditioner is
on the High cool mode and the temp. at
72°F(22°C)
OPERATION MODE SELECTION BUTTON
Every...

VENT CLOSE
OPEN
Par tA
Par tB
Drain pipe
Drain cap
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About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
Additional controls and important information.
Ventilation
The ventilation lever must be in the CLOSE position in order to maintain the best cooling conditions.
When fresh air is necessary in the room, set the ventilation lever to the OPEN position. 
The damper is opened and room air is drawn out.
NOTE:Before using the ventilation feature, and prior to installing the front grille, pull down part 
until
level...

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About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
Air Filter Cleaning
The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least once every 2
weeks or more often if necessary.
TO REMOVE: 
1. Open the inlet grille upward by pulling out the bottom of the inlet grille or downward by
pulling out the top of the inlet grille.
2. Using the tab, pull up slightly on the filter to release it and pull it down or up.
3. Clean the filter with warm, soapy water below 40°C (104°F).
4. Rinse and gently...

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Features and Installation
Learning parts name prior to installation will help you understand the installation procedure.
Features
Features
CABINET
FRONT GRILLE
AIR FILTER
AIR INTAKE
(INLET GRILLE) AIR DISCHARGE HORIZONTAL AIR DEFLECTOR
(VERTICAL LOUVER) VERTICAL AIR DEFLECTOR
(HORIZONTAL LOUVER)
EVAPORATOR
POWER CORD BASE PAN CONDENSER COMPRESSOR BRACE
CONTROL BOARD 

About 1/2
Over 20HEAT
RADIATIONFENCE
AWNING INSIDE OUTSIDE
FOAM
COOLED
AIR
30-60Level 1/4 Bubble
26 to 41
18 min
DESPLAZAMIENTO
ALFEZAR
EXTERIOR
PARED INTERIOR
REPISA
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Installation
Features and Installation
How to Install the Unit
1. To avoid vibration and noise, make sure the unit is installed securely and firmly.
2. Install the unit where the sunlight does not shine directly on the unit.
If the unit receives direct sunlight, build an awning to shade the cabinet.
3. There should be no obstacle, like a...

Foam-PE
(Adhesive-Backed)Foam-PE
(Adhesive-Backed)
Type C (5) Type D (2)Type A (14)Carriage Bolt  (2) Lock Nut  (4)
Top retainer bar
Type B (7)
Foam strip
(Plain-Back)
Right frame 
curtain Drain pipe
Window locking
bracket
Left frame 
curtain
Frame guide(2)
Sill 
bracket(2)Support bracket(2)
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