Hitachi GA-WFG Air Cloud Adapter Installation Guide

Hitachi GA-WFG Air Cloud Adapter Installation Guide

Product information

The airCloud GA-WFG-N adapter is an accessory designed for use with Johnson Controls-Hitachi air conditioning units. It allows users to control their air conditioner remotely using a mobile app. The adapter comes with a 78.7 inch (2 m) connecting cable and a cable tie for easy installation. The package also includes an SSID&KEY label for device registration, a mounting clip, wall mounting screws, and software license information.

General safety advice

• Do not attempt to open the adapter cover. Avoid dropping or impacting and never submerge the adapter in liquid.
• Do not use abrasives or solvents to clean the adapter cover. Its surface can be cleaned with a soft dry cloth.
• Do not use the adapter outdoors. Do not route the connecting cable outdoors.
• Any use or modification of the equipment not intended by Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning could endanger the user.

Installation advice for plumbers

WARNING:

• Make sure connection points such as power terminals and/or cable are free of dust to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock.
• Use only the supplied cable. Do not modify the cable. The cable could overheat, causing a fire.
• Do not install the adapter near equipment that may be affected by radio waves.
• Do not allow children to touch the adapter. Risk of injury.

ATTENTION:

• Do not install the adapter near equipment using radio frequencies, as radio transmissions will affect stable operation (see applicable local standards).
• Do not install the adapter in a place where people with pacemakers may be.

CAUTION:
Avoid installing the adapter in an environment with high humidity (e.g.

Instructions for use for users

WARNING:

• Do not operate the air conditioner with ambient humidity higher than 80%. Drops of water can collect on the movable flaps and drip onto and damage the equipment located below the indoor unit. The damage can be worse if the problem is not detected during remote operations from the application.
• This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the device by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.

ATTENTION:

• Make sure the air conditioner is active during Wi-Fi communication operation.
• Abnormal operation may cause fire or electric shock. Have the adapter installed by a qualified installer.
  Note:  For detailed installation and usage instructions in English and French, please refer to the Installation and Operation Manual included in the package.

Technical specifications

The technical specifications of the airCloud GA-WFG-N adapter are not shown in the given text extract. Detailed technical specifications can be found in the Operating and Installation Manual.

Packing list

• Adapter with 78.7 in. (2 m) connecting cable and cable tie – Quantity: 1
• SSID&KEY Label (SSID:XXXXXXXXXXXX KEY:XXXXXXXXX TYPE: XX) – Quantity: 1
• Retaining clip – Quantity: 1
• Instructions for use and installation in Czech (this manual) – Quantity: 1
• Wall mounting screw M4X30 (30mm) – Quantity: 2
• Operating and installation manual in French (this manual) – Quantity: 1
• Software License Information – Quantity: 1
  The SSID&KEY label is used to register the device in the mobile application. To prevent the label from getting lost, stick it on the right side.

General information

airCloud Go is a cloud-based solution for remote control of your Hitachi air conditioning system via smartphones. The airCloud GA-WFG-N adapter is used to connect your air conditioning system to the cloud via your home Wi-Fi router. Please read the manual and safety precautions before installing the adapter. Installation must be done by a professional. Carefully follow all instructions below and keep the manual for the lifetime of the adapter. Any installation or use not contemplated by Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning will be considered non-conforming. This would void the warranty and relieve Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning of all liability, as well as any failure to follow the instructions herein.

General safety advice

• Do not attempt to open the adapter cover. Avoid dropping or impacting and never submerge the adapter in liquid.
• Do not use abrasives or solvents to clean the adapter cover. Its surface can be cleaned with a soft dry cloth.
• Do not use the adapter outdoors. Do not route the connecting cable outdoors.
• Any use or modification of the equipment not intended by Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning could endanger the user
• WARNING  indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION  indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury
• NOTICE  is used to address procedures not related to physical injury.
• NOTE  is useful information for operation and/or maintenance.

For plumbers

WARNING

• Make sure connection points such as power terminals and/or cable are free of dust to reduce the risk of fire or electric shock.
• Use only the supplied cable. Do not modify the cable. The cable could overheat, causing a fire.
• Do not install the adapter near equipment that may be affected by radio waves.
• Do not allow children to touch the adapter. Risk of injury.

ATTENTION

• Do not install the adapter near equipment using radio frequencies, as radio transmissions will affect stable operation (see applicable local standards).
• Do not install the adapter in a place where people with pacemakers may be.
• NOTICE
  Avoid installing the adapter in an environment with high humidity (e.g.

For users

WARNING

• Do not operate the air conditioner with ambient humidity higher than 80%. Drops of water can collect on the movable flaps and drip onto and damage the equipment located below the indoor unit. The damage can be worse if the problem is not detected during remote operations from the application.
• This device is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the device by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the device.

ATTENTION

• Make sure the air conditioner is active during Wi-Fi communication operation.
• Abnormal operation may cause fire or electric shock. Have the adapter installed by a qualified installer.

Technical specifications

• Case made of ABS plastic.
• Configuration:  AP and WPS.
• Operating Temperature:  41°C to 95°C (5°F to 35°F).
• Operating humidity:  between 35% and 90%.
• Protection index  IP30.
• Pollution category:  Class 2.
• Dimensions (L x W x H):  4.1 x 1.8 x 0.8 inches (105 x 46 x 20 mm).
• Wireless LAN standard:  IEEE 802.11b/g/n.
• WPA/WPA2  security .
• Used frequency and maximum used power:  2.4000 GHz – 2.4835 GHz/erp < 100 mW.
• Power source:  15V 110mA DC.
• Integrated antenna.

Packing list

Name of the product component

Installation drawing

Please reserve enough space for installation as shown in the following images.

Installation restrictions

• This adapter must be used in conjunction with a wired remote control (WRC) as per (a) or an IR receiver kit as per (b).

• The following system configurations are NOT supported.

• The maximum cable length between the indoor unit and the adapter is 49 feet (15 m), and the maximum cable length between the indoor unit and the WRC (or IR receiver) is 328 feet (100 m).

• For safety reasons, use the included adapter cable as is. If an extension is necessary, ask for help from a professional installation service.

• When connecting the wiring, branch from the terminal block of the indoor unit and connect.

• When adding or replacing an adapter/WRC to an existing system, reset it before use.

• Check with your supplier which indoor unit can be used with this adapter.

Assembly procedure

WARNING  Disconnect the power to the air conditioner before installing this adapter.

1. Determine the location according to the above “installation space” and mount the fixing clip ③ on the wall using the wall mounting screws ④ (2 pcs) as shown in figure (a).

2. Insert the groove of the adapter ① into the fixing clip ③ as shown in figure (b).

3. According to the air conditioner installation manual, locate the electrical box and proceed to remove the front cover.

4. Insert the adapter cable through the communication line outlet of the electrical box. Different types of indoor units have different communication line outputs.
   Figure (c) shows the electrical box of the PPIM-B**UFA1DQ indoor unit as an example.

5. Connect the adapter cable to the A/B terminals on the electrical box board. The A/B terminals are the same for connecting a wired remote control or IR receiver kit. There are two types of indoor unit terminal blocks with A/B terminals:

• To prevent the cable from being pulled out, the cable must be secured in a buckle.
• If there is a snap buckle in the electric box of the indoor unit, secure the cable in it as shown in figure (d).
• If there is no latch in the electrical box of the indoor unit, secure the cable with the latch on the outside of the side panel of the indoor unit as shown in figure (f).

1. 2. The PPIM-BUFA1DQ and PCIM-BUFA1DQ indoor unit terminal blocks are installed on the PCBA board as shown in figure (d).There are two recommended ways to manage excess adapter cable:

2. When installed on PCI-BUFA1DQ, PPIM-BUFA1DQ and PCIM-B**UFA1DQ indoor units, the excess cable should be fixed outside the unit as shown in figure (h).

3. 5. Collect the excess cable on the outside of the outlet of the indoor unit and secure it with a cable clip.

4. When installed on the PPFC-B**UFA1DQ indoor unit, the excess cable should be secured inside the unit as shown in figure (g).

5. 8. Stick the secure cable on the inside of the side panel of the indoor unit.

6. Close the electrical box cover and be careful not to pinch the cable. Return the air conditioning unit to its original state.
   You can find detailed information on the control in the air conditioning installation manual.

7. After completing all the above settings and checking the correct wiring, turn on the power of the indoor unit.

Status indicator (LED indicator can light up when the air conditioner is

off)

NOTE:
If an error occurs, try turning the air conditioner off/on with the circuit breaker.

Initial Settings App

Installing the App

• Download the app
  To download the “airCloud Go” app, search for it on “App Store@”1 or “Google Play”2. Alternatively, you can scan the code below with your smartphone to enter the app directly.
  App Store@ is a service mark of Apple Inc.

• Google Play and the Google Play logo are trademarks of Google LLC.

• NOTE:
  Internet connection is required to download, update or use airCloud Go (user registration, etc.). Customers are responsible for Internet communication costs.

• User registration and air conditioning login

• • To get started, please complete the user registration process and carefully follow the instructions in your application to incorporate the air conditioner for use with the application.

Restore factory settings

A factory reset will erase the adapter configuration and a pairing procedure will be required to use the adapter. When discarding this adapter, perform a factory reset. To perform a factory reset, follow these steps:

1. Confirm that the power LED lights up. Press and hold the MODE button for more than 15 seconds until the LED starts flashing.
2. The power indicator and “Link LED 2” will flash four times. After that, only the power light will turn on, indicating that the factory reset has been successfully performed

FCC Statement of Compliance

• Contains FCC ID: PPQ-WBN3610L
• Contains IC ID: 4491A-WBN3610L
• This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules / Industry Canada license-free RSS standard. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
• this device may not cause harmful interference.
• this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC RF Interference Warnings and Guidelines

• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
• 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 use 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 a particular installation will be free of interference. 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:
• Increase the distance between the device and the receiver.
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
• Ask your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help

ISED statement on radiation exposure

• This device contains license-exempt transmitters/receivers that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada’s license-exempt RSS(s).
• Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1.   1. This device may not cause interference.

  2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
• This device complies with IC ICS-102 radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This device should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm between the cooler and your body.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

• Responsible Party (Company Name): Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning, Inc.
• Address:  810 Esters Blvd, Irving, TX 75063
• Email: BE-Vrftechsupport@jci.com
• Phone:844-878-4445">844-878-4445

• • *   *  **Manufacturer: Hitachi-Johnson Controls Air Conditioning, Inc.**  

    Address:  1-16-1, Kaigan Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan

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