Panasonic RG10Y1 (D2)-BGEF Central Heat Pump Owner’s Manual

Installation and Owner’s Manual
REMOTE CONTROLLER

RG10Y1 (D2)-BGEF Central Heat Pump

IMPORTANT NOTE:
Thank you for purchasing our air conditioner. Please read this manual carefully before operating your new air conditioning unit. Make sure to save this manual for future reference.

Remote Controller Specifications

Model| RG10A(D2S)/BGEF, RG10A(D2S)/BGEFU1,RG10A1(D2S)/BGEF,
RG10A2(D2S)/BGEFU1, RG10A2(D2S)/BGCEFU1, RG10A2(D2S)/BGCEF,
RG10A10(D2S)/BGEF, RG10B(D2)/BGEF, RG10B1(D2)/BGEF,
RG10B2(D2)/BGCEF,RG10B10(D2)/BGEF, RG10B10(D2)/BGCEF,
RG10Y1(D2)/BGEF,RG10Y2(D2S)/BGEF
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Rated Voltage| 3.0V( Dry batteries R03/LRO3x2)
Signal Receiving Range| 8m
Environment| -5°C-60°C(23°F-140°F)

NOTE: For models of RG10Y1 (D2)/BGEF,RG10Y2(D2S)/BGEF, If the unit is turned off under COOL, AUTO or DRY mode with the set temperature less than 24 C, the set temperature will be automatically set to 24 C when you turn on the unit again. If the unit is turned off under HEAT mode with the set temperature more than 24 C, the set temperature will be automatically set to 24 C when you turn on the unit again.
Quick Start Guide NOT SURE WHAT A FUNCTION DOES?
Refer to the How to Use Basic Functions and How to Use Advanced Functions sections of this manual for a detailed description of how to use your air conditioner.
SPECIAL NOTE

• Button designs on your unit may differ slightly from the example shown.
• If the indoor unit does not have a particular function, pressing that function’s button on the remote control will have no effect.
• When there are wide differentces between “Remote controller Manual” and “USER’S MANUAL” on function description, the description of “USER’S MANUAL” shall prevail.

Handling the Remote Controller

Inserting and Replacing Batteries
Your air conditioning unit may come with two batteries(some units). Put the batteries in the remote control before use.

1. Slide the back cover from the remote control downward, exposing the battery compartment.
2. Insert the batteries, paying attention to match up the (+) and (-) ends of the batteries with the symbols inside the battery compartment.
3. Slide the battery cover back into place.

BATTERY NOTES
For optimum product performance:

• Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different types.
• Do not leave batteries in the remote control if you don’t plan on using the device for more than 2 months.

BATTERY DISPOSAL
Do not dispose of batteries as unsorted municipal waste. Refer to local laws for proper disposal of batteries.
TIPS FOR USING REMOTE CONTROL

• The remote control must be used within 8 meters of the unit.
• The unit will beep when remote signal is received.
• Curtains, other materials and direct sunlight can interfere with the infrared signal receiver.
• Remove batteries if the remote will not be used more than 2 months.

NOTES FOR USING REMOTE CONTROL
The device could comply with the local national regulations.

• In Canada, it should comply with CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B).
• In USA, this device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
  (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
  (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
• Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Buttons and Functions

Before you begin using your new air conditioner, make sure to familiarize yourself with its remote control. The following is a brief introduction to the remote control itself. For instructions on how to operate your air conditioner, refer to the How to Use Basic Functions section of this manual. Model: RG10A2(D2S)/BGEFU1,RG10Y2(D2S)/BGEF
RG10A10(D2S)/BGEF(20-28 °C/68-82 °F)
RG10A(D2S)/BGEF & RG10A(D2S)/BGEFU1(Fresh feature is not available)
RG10A2(D2S)/BGCEFU1 & RG10A2(D2S)/BGCEF
(Cooling only models, AUTO mode and HEAT mode are not available) Model: RG10A1(D2S)/BGEF Model: RG10B(D2)/BGEF(Fresh feature is not available)
RG10B10(D2)/BGEF & RG10B10(D2)/BGCEF(20-28 °C/68-82 °F)
RG10B2(D2)/BGCEF & RG10B10(D2)/BGCEF (Cooling only model,
AUTO mode and HEAT mode are not available )
RG10Y1(D2)/BGEF Model: RG10B1(D2)/BGEF

Remote Screen Indicators

Information are displayed when the remote controller is power up. Note:
All indicators shown in the figure are for the purpose of clear presentation. But during the actaul operation, only the relative function signs are shown on the display window.

How to Use Basic Functions

ATTENTION Before operation, please ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available.
AUTO Mode NOTE:

1. In AUTO mode, the unit will automatically select the COOL, FAN, or HEAT function based on the set temperature.
2. In AUTO mode, fan speed can not be set.

COOL or HEAT Mode DRY Mode NOTE: In DRY mode, fan speed can not be set since it has already been automatically controlled.
FAN Mode NOTE: In FAN mode, you can’t set the temperature. As a result , no temperature displays in remote screen.
Setting the TIMER
TIMER ON/OFF – Set the amount of time after which the unit will automatically turn on/off.
TIMER ON setting

Press TIMER button to initiate the ON time sequence.| Press Temp. up or down button for for multiple times to set the desired time to turn on the unit.| Point remote to unit and wait 1sec, the TIMER ON will be activated.
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TIMER OFF setting

Press TIMER button to initiate the OFF time sequence.| Press Temp. up or down button for for multiple times to set the desired time to turn off the unit.| Point remote to unit and wait 1sec, the TIMER OFF will be activated.
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NOTE:

1. When setting the TIMER ON or TIMER OFF, the time will increase by 30 minutes increments with each press, up to 10 hours. After 10 hours and up to 24, it will increase in 1 hour increments. (For example, press 5 times to get 2.5h, and press 10 times to get 5h,) The timer will revert to 0.0 after 24.
2. Cancel either function by setting its timer to 0.0h.

TIMER ON & OFF setting(example)
Keep in mind that the time periods you set for both functions refer to hours after the current time. Example: If current timer is 1:00PM, to set the timer as above steps, the unit will turn on 2.5h later (3:30PM) and turn off at 6:00PM.

How to Use Advanced Functions

Swing function The horizontal louver will swing up and down automatically when pressing Swing button. Press again to make it stop.Keep pressing this button more than 2 seconds, the vertical louver swing function is activated. (Model dependent)
Airflow direction If continue to press the SWING button, five different airflow directions can be set. The louver can be move at a certain range each time you press the button. Press the button until the direction you prefer is reached.
NOTE: When the unit is off, press and hold MODE and SWING buttons together for one second, the louver will open for a certain angle, which makes it very convenient for cleaning. Press and hold MODE and SWING buttons together for one second to reset the louver(Model dependent).
LED DISPLAY Press this button to turn on and turn off the display on the indoor unit. Press this button more than 5 seconds(some units)
Keep pressing this button more than 5 seconds, the indoor unit will display the actual room temperature. Press more than 5 seconds again will revert back to display the setting temperature.
ECO/GEAR function Press this button to enter the energy efficient mode in a sequence of following:
ECO GEAR(75%) GEAR(50%) Previous setting mode ECO……
Note: This function is only available under COOL mode
ECO operation:
Under cooling mode, press this button, the remote controller will adjust the temperature automatically to 24 °C/75 °F, fan speed of Auto to save energy (only when the set temperature is less than 24 °C/75 °F). If the set temperature is above 24 °C/75 °F, press the ECO button, the fan speed will change to Auto, the set temperature will remain unchanged.
NOTE: Pressing the ECO/GEAR button, or modifying the mode or adjusting the set temperature to less than 24 °C/75 °F will stop ECO operation.
Under ECO operation, the set tmeperature should be 24 °C/75 °F or above, it may result in insufficient cooling. If you feel uncomfortable, just press the ECO button again to stop it.
GEAR operation:
Press the ECO/GEAR button to enter the GEAR operation as following:
75%(up to 75% electrial energy consumption)
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50%(up to 50% electrial energy consumption)
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Previous setting mode.
Under GEAR operation, the display on the remote controller will alternage between electical energy consumption and set temperature.
SHORTCUT function
Press SHORTCUT button(some units) Push this button when remote controller is on, the system will automatically revert back to the previous settings including operating mode, setting temperature, fan speed level and sleep feature (if activated).
If pushing more than 2 seconds, the system will automatically restore the current operation settings including operating mode, setting temperature, fan speed level and sleep feature (if activated ).
Silence function Keep pressing Fan button for more than 2 seconds to activate/disable Silence function(some units).
Due to low frequency operation of compressor, it may result in insufficient cooling and heating capacity. Press ON/OFF, Mode, Sleep, Turbo or Clean button while operating will cancel silence function.
FP function The unit will operate at high fan speed (while compressor on) with temperature automatically set to 8 °C/46 °F.
Note: This function is for heat pump air conditioner only.
Press this button 2 times during one second under HEAT Mode and setting temperature of 16 C/60 F or 20 C/68 F(for models of RG10A10(D2S)/BGEF, RG10B10(D2)/BGEF and RG10B10(D2)/BGCEF) to activate FP function.
Press On/Off, Sleep, Mode, Fan and Temp. button while operating will cancel this function.
LOCK function Press together Clean button and Turbo button at the same time more than 5 seconds to activate Lock function.
All buttons will not response except pressing these two buttons for two seconds again to disable locking.
SET function

• Press the SET button to enter the function setting, then press SET button or TEMP or TEMP button to select the desired function. The selected symbol will flash on the display area, press the OK button to confirm.
• To cancel the selected function, just perform the same procedures as above.
• Press the SET button to scroll through operation functions as follows:

Breeze Away ( ) Fresh ( ) Sleep( ) Follow Me( ) AP mode( )
[ * ]: If your remote controller has Breeze Away button, Fresh button or Sleep button, you can not use the SET button to select the Breeze Away, Fresh or Sleep feature.
Breeze Away function( ) (some units):
This feature avoids direct air flow blowing on the body and makes you feel indulging in silky coolness.
NTOE: This feature is available under cool, Fan and Dry mode only.
FRESH function( ) (some units) :
When the FRESH function is initiated, the ion generator is energized and will help to purify the air in the room.
Sleep function( ) :
The SLEEP function is used to decrease energy use while you sleep (and don t need the same temperature settings to stay comfortable). This function can only be activated via remote control.
For the detail, see “sleep operation in “USER’ S MANUAL”.
Note: The SLEEP function is not available in FAN or DRY mode.
Follow me function( ):
The FOLLOW ME function enables the remote control to measure the temperature at its current location and send this signal to the air conditioner every 3 minutes interval. When using AUTO, COOL or HEAT modes, measuring ambient temperature from the remote control(instead of from the indoor unit itself) will enable the air conditioner to optimize the temperature around you and ensure maximum comfort.
NOTE: Press and hold Turbo button for seven seconds to start/stop memory feature of Follow Me function.

• If the memory feature is activated, “On” displays for 3 seconds on the screen.
• If the memory feature is stopped, “OF” displays for 3 seconds on the screen.
• While the memory feature is activated, press the ON/OFF button, shift the mode or power failure will not cancel the Follow me function.

AP function( )(some units) :
Choose AP mode to do wireless network configuration. For some units, it doesn’t work by pressing the SET button. To enter the AP mode, continuously press the LED button seven times in 10 seconds.
The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult with the sales agency or manufacturer for details.

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