Comfort-Aire VCD18 Remote Control Single Zone Instruction Manual

Comfort-Aire VCD18 Remote Control Single Zone

Product Information

Remote Control Manual – VCDxxSA
The Remote Control Manual provides instructions for operating the Hyper Heat Single-Zone air conditioner models VCD18, 24, 30, 36, 48, and 60 SA Series. It includes specifications, a quick start guide, handling instructions for the remote controller, information on inserting and replacing batteries, notes for battery usage and disposal, and an overview of the buttons and functions on the remote control.

Remote Controller Specifications

• Range: 8m
• Supported Modes: AUTO, COOL, DRY, HEAT, FAN
• Temperature Range: 16°C (60°F) to maximum temperature
• Fan Speeds: AU, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, 100%
• Louver Movement: Horizontal and vertical

Product Usage Instructions

1. Fit Batteries:
2. Slide the back cover of the remote control downward to expose the battery compartment.
3. Insert the batteries, ensuring the correct alignment of the (+) and (-) ends.
4. Slide the battery cover back into place.
5. Select Mode:
6. Press the desired mode button: AUTO, COOL, DRY, HEAT, or FAN.
7. Select Temperature:
8. Use the TEMP button to decrease the temperature in 1°C (1°F) increments.
9. The minimum temperature is 16°C (60°F).
10. Select Fan Speed:
11. Press the FAN SPEED button to cycle through the available fan speeds: AU, 20%, 40%, 60%, 80%, 100%.
12. Use the TEMP or button to increase or decrease the fan speed in 1% increments.
13. Swing Louver:
14. Press the SWING button to start or stop the horizontal louver movement.
15. Hold down the SWING button for 2 seconds to activate the vertical louver auto swing feature.
16. Power On/Off:
17. Press the ON/OFF button to turn the unit on or off.

If you need detailed information on how to use specific functions and advanced features of your air conditioner, refer to the How to Use Basic Functions and How to Use Advanced Functions sections of the user manual.

Note: The HEAT mode is not supported by the cooling-only appliance.

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/LR03×2)
Signal Receiving Range
| 8m
Environment| -5°C~60°C(23°F~140°F)

NOTE:
For models of RG10Y1 (D2)/BGEF, and 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 a set temperature of 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 a 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 for more than 2 months.

NOTES FOR USING REMOTE CONTROL

The device could comply with local and national regulations.

• In Canada, it should comply with CAN ICES-3(B)/NMB-3(B).
• In the 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 the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to 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 the 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

1. Select AUTO mode
2. Set your desired temperature
3. Turn on the air conditioner

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

1. Select COOL/HEAT mode
2. Set the temperature
3. Set the fan speed
4. Turn on the air conditioner

DRY Mode

1. Select DRY mode
2. Set your desired temperature
3. Turn on the air conditioner

NOTE:
In DRY mode, fan speed can not be set since it has already been automatically controlled.

FAN Mode

1. Select FAN mode
2. Set the fan speed
3. Turn on the air conditioner

NOTE:
In FAN mode, you can’t set the temperature. As a result, no temperature displays on the 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

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

TIMER OFF setting

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

NOTE:

1. When setting the TIMER ON or TIMER OFF, the time will increase by 30-minute 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 the current timer is 1:00 PM, to set the timer as above steps, the unit will turn on 2.5 hours later (3:30 PM) and turn off at 6:00 PM.

How to Use Advanced Functions

Swing function

• Press Swing button
• The horizontal louver will swing up and down automatically when pressing the Swing button. Press again to make it stop.
• Keep pressing this button for 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 moved 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 the MODE and SWING buttons together for one second, and 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 LED button
• 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. Pressing more than 5 seconds again will revert back to display the setting temperature.

ECO/GEAR function

ECO operation:
Under cooling mode, press this button, and 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, and 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 temperature 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 follows: 75%(up to 75% electrical energy consumption)
• 50%(up to 50% electrical energy consumption)
• Previous setting mode.
• Under GEAR operation, the display on the remote controller will alternate between electrical energy consumption and set temperature.

SHORTCUT function
Press the SHORTCUT button(some units)

• Push this button when the remote controller is on, and 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 for 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 the Fan button for more than 2 seconds to activate/disable the Silence function(some units).
• Due to the low-frequency operation of the compressor, it may result in insufficient cooling and heating capacity. Press the ON/OFF, Mode, Sleep, Turbo, or Clean button while operating will cancel the silence function.

FP function

• The unit will operate at high fan speed (while the compressor is on) with the 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 the Clean button and Turbo button at the same time for more than 5 seconds to activate the Lock function. All buttons will not respond 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.

Due to ongoing product improvements, specifications and dimensions are subject to change and correction without notice or incurring obligations. Determining the application and suitability for use of any product is the responsibility of the installer. Additionally, the installer is responsible for verifying dimensional data on the actual product prior to beginning any installation preparations.

Incentive and rebate programs have precise requirements as to product performance and certification. All products meet applicable regulations in effect on date of manufacture; however, certifications are not necessarily granted for the life of a product. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the applicant to determine whether a specific model qualifies for these incentive/rebate programs.

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