Quasar Room Air Conditioner Hq2081th Installation And Operating Instructions

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Room Air Conditioner
Model : HQ-2081TH
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.
WARNING: This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
CAUTION:This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to
property only.
Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as...

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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
About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
The controls will look like one of the following.
Controls
When the air conditioner has performed its cooling operation and is turned off or set to the fan
position, wait at least 3 minutes before resetting to the cooling operation again.
Off- Turns air conditioner off.
Med Fan- Med speed fan operation without cooling.
Low Fan- Low speed fan operation without cooling.
High Cool- Cooling with high speed fan operation....

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 under 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
CONTROL BOARD
POWER CORD BASE PAN CONDENSER COMPRESSOR BRACE 

About 12.7mm (1/2)
76.2cm (30)~
152.4cm (60)
Awning
Cooled airFence
Over 50.8cm (20)
Heat 
radiation
55.8cm (22) to
91.44cm (36)
Offset12.7mm (1/2) to
31.8mm (11/4)
Sill
Exterior
Interior wall
47cm (181/2) min.(Without frame curtain)
Stool38cm (15) min
(With frame curtain)
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INSTALLATION
Features and Installation
1. To prevent 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.
3. The outside of the cabinet...

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(Type A)(Type A)
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Shipping 
Screws
PREPARATION OF CHASSIS
1. Remove the screws which fasten the cabinetat both sides and at the back.
2. Slide the unit from the cabinet by gripping the base pan handle and pulling while bracing the
cabinet.
3. Cut the window sash seal to the proper length. 
Peel off the backing and attach the FOAM-PE
to the underside of the window sash.
4. Remove the backing from the top upper guide FOAM-PE 
and attach it to the bottom of...