Quasar Room Air Conditioner Hq2082uh Installation And Operating Instructions

Please read these operating instructions thoroughly
before using your air conditioner and keep for future reference.
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Room Air Conditioner
Model: HQ-2082UH
CW382820391F 

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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
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TEMP
TIMER
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ECONOMYFAN SPEED1
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About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
ControlsModel : HQ-2082UH
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 time...

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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
REMOTE CONTROLLERHORIZONTAL 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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Shipping 
Screws
Lower guide
PREPARATION OF CHASSIS
1. Remove the screws which fasten the cabinet
at 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
the...