Panasonic U-8LE1E8 Air Conditioner User Manual

: June 3, 2024
: Panasonic

Panasonic U-8LE1E8 Air Conditioner

Panasonic-U-8LE1E8-Air-Conditioner-PRODUCT

Connectable indoor unit lineup

This booklet is the operating instructions for outdoor unit. Regarding the indoor unit, see the operating instructions supplied with the indoor unit.

INDOOR UNIT

1-Way Cassette
2-Way Cassette
4-Way Cassette
4-Way Cassette 60 × 60
Wall-Mounted
Ceiling
Low Silhouette Ducted
Slim Low Static Ducted
High Static Pressure Ducted
Floor Standing
Concealed Floor Standing

Thank you for purchasing this Panasonic product. This product is a commercial air conditioner outdoor unit. Installation Instructions attached.

Product Information

If you have problems or questions concerning your Air Conditioner, you will need the following information. Model and serial numbers are on the nameplate.

Model No ……………………………………………..
Serial No ……………………………………………..
Date of purchase ……………………………………………..
Dealer’s address ……………………………………………..
Phone number ……………………………………………..

Safety Precautions

The following symbols used in this manual, alert you to potentially dangerous conditions to users, service personnel or the appliance:

WARNING

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in severe personal injury or death.

CAUTION

This symbol refers to a hazard or unsafe practice which can result in personal injury or product or property damage.

Prohibited matters
Matters to be observed

Read these Operating Instructions carefully before using this air conditioner. If you still have any difficulties or problems, consult your dealer for help.
This air conditioner is designed to give you comfortable room conditions. Use this only for its intended purpose as described in these Operating Instructions.

WARNING

Confirm to authorized dealer or specialist on usage of specified refrigerant type. Using of refrigerant other than the specified type may cause product damage, burst and injury etc.
This air conditioner has no ventilator for intaking fresh air from the outdoors. You must open doors or windows frequently when you use gas or oil heating appliances in the same room, which consume a lot of oxygen from the air.
Otherwise there is a risk of suffocation in an extreme case.
Never use or store gasoline or other fl ammable vapor or liquid near the air conditioner — it is very dangerous.
Do not use this appliance in a potentially explosive atmosphere. Never touch the unit with wet hands.
Do not insert your fi ngers or other objects into the air conditioner indoor or outdoor unit, rotating parts may cause injury.
If the refrigerant comes in contact with a flame, it produces a toxic gas.
For safety, be sure to turn the air conditioner off and also to disconnect the power before cleaning or servicing.
Pull off the power plug froma receptacle, or switch off the breaker, or switch off the power disconnecting mean to isolate the air conditioner from the main power supply in case of emergency.
Do not clean inside the indoor and outdoor units by users. Engage an authorized dealer or specialist for cleaning.
In case of malfunction of this appliance, do not repair by yourself. Contact to the sales dealer or service dealer for a repair.
Provide a power outlet to be used exclusively for each unit, and a power supply disconnect, Earth
A leakage Circuit Breaker (ELCB)or Residual Current Device (RCD) for overcurrent protection should be provided in the exclusive line.
Provide a power outlet exclusively for each unit, and full disconnection means having a contact separation in all poles must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with the wiring rules.
To prevent possible hazards from insulation failure, the unit must be grounded.
Do not use a modified cord, joint cord, extension cord or unspecifi ed cord to prevent overheating and fire.

Stop using the product when any abnormality/failure occurs and disconnect the power plug or turn off the power switch and breaker. (Risk of smoke/fi re/electric shock) Examples of abnormality/failure:

The ELCB trips frequently.
The product sometimes does not start when turned on.
The power is sometimes disconnected when the cord is moved.
Burnt odor or abnormal noise is detected during operation.
The body is deformed or abnormally hot.
Water leaks from the indoor unit.
Power cord or plug becomes abnormally hot.
Fan speed cannot be controlled.
The unit stops running immediately even if it is switched on for operation.
The fan does not stop even if the operation is stopped. Contact immediately your local dealer for maintenance/repair.

CAUTION

This appliance is intended to be used by expert or trained users in shops, in light industry and on farms, or for commercial use by lay persons.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Keep the fire alarm and the air outlet at least 1.5m away from the unit.
Do not cool or heat the room too much if babies or invalids are present. Do not turn the air conditioner on and off from the power mains switch.
Use the ON/OFF operation button. Do not stick anything into the air outlet of the outdoor unit. This is dangerous because the fan is rotating at high speed.
Do not touch the air inlet or the sharp aluminum fins of the outdoor unit. You may get injured. Do not sit or step on the unit. You may fall down accidentally.
Do not stick any object into the FAN CASE. You may be injured and the unit may be damaged.

NOTICE

The compressor may occasionally stop during thunderstorms.
This is not a mechanical failure. The unit automatically recovers after a few minutes.
The English text is the original instructions. Other languages are translations of the original instructions.

Important Information Regarding The Refrigerant Used

This product contains fluorinated greenhouse gases covered by the Kyoto Protocol. Do not vent gases into the atmosphere.
- Refrigerant type: R410A
- GWP(1) value: 1975
- (1) GWP: global warming potential
Periodical inspections for refrigerant leaks may be required depending on European or local legislation. Please contact your local dealer for more information.

Precautions for Use

Installation

This air conditioner must be installed properly by qualified installation technicians in accordance with the Installation Instructions provided with the unit.
Before installation, check that the voltage of the electric supply in your home or office is the same as the voltage shown on the nameplate.

WARNING: Avoid the following locations for installation.

Locations where smoke or combustible gas exists. Also locations of extremely high temperature such as a greenhouse.
Locations where excessively high heat-generating objects are placed.

Attention: Avoid installing the outdoor unit where salty sea water can splash directly onto it or in sulfurous air near a spa. (To protect the air conditioner from heavy corrosion)

Wiring

All wiring must conform to the local electrical codes. (Consult your dealer or a qualified electrician for details.)
Each unit must be properly grounded with a ground (or earth) wire or through the supply wiring.
Wiring must be done by a qualified electrician.

Operation Preparation

Turn the power mains on 5 hours before the start of operation. (For warm-up)
Leave the power mains ON for continuous use.

NOTE: Pull off the power plug from a receptacle, or switch off the breaker, or switch off the power disconnecting mean to isolate the air conditioner from the main power supply when not in use for a long time.

Operation Condition

Use this air conditioner under the following temperature range.

Outdoor Unit

| Indoor temperature range| Outdoor temperature range
---|---|---
mini VRF (Type LE1 )
| Cooling| 14°C 25°C (WBT)| -10°C 46°C (DBT)
-10°C 43°C (DBT)1
Heating| 16°C 30°C (DBT)| -20°C 18°C (WBT)

DBT: Dry bulb temperature
WBT: Wet bulb temperature
1: The maximum allowable temperature of this air conditioning system is reduced to 43°C when using the existing R22 pipe.

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and

Used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/ or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples): This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by the Directive for the chemical involved.

Names of Parts

OUTDOOR UNIT

mini VRF (Type LE1)

Optional

Wireless Remote Controller

For all indoor units

Timer Remote Controller

Model No: CZ-RTC4

For all indoor units

High-spec Wired Remote Controller

Model No: CZ-RTC5

For all indoor units

Read the operating instructions included with the Remote Controller.

Operation

Refer to the Operating Instructions attached to the optional Remote Controller.

Adjusting Airflow Direction

Refer to the Operating Instructions attached to the indoor unit.

Maintenance

Refer to the Operating Instructions attached to the indoor unit.

Troubleshooting

Refer to the Operating Instructions attached to the indoor unit.

Specifications

Outdoor unit

mini VRF (Type LE1)

Model Name	U-8LE1E8	U-10LE1E8
Power source	380 / 400 / 415 V 3N ～ 50 Hz

Cooling capacity

| kW| 22.4| 28.0
BTU/h| 76,500| 95,600

Heating capacity

| kW| 25.0| 28.0
BTU/h| 85,300| 95,600
Sound pressure level| dB(A)| 60| 63
Sound power level| dB(A)| 81| 84
Unit dimensions (H×W×D)| mm| 1500×980×370| 1500×980×370
Net weight| kg| 132| 133

Rated conditions

Cooling: Indoor intake air temp. 27°C DB / 19°C WB. Outdoor intake air temp. 35°C DB.
Heating: Indoor intake air temp. 20°C DB. Outdoor intake air temp. 7°C DB / 6°C WB.

Corresponding language table

mini VRF (Type LE1)

1-Way Cassette
2-Way Cassette
4-Way Cassette
4-Way Cassette 60 × 60
Wall-Mounted
Ceiling
Low Silhouette Ducted
Slim Low Static Ducted
High Static Pressure Ducted
Floor Standing
Concealed Floor Standing

Model Name

Power Source
Cooling Capacity
Heating Capacity
Sound Pressure Level
Sound Power Level
Unit Dimensions (H×W×D; mm)
Net Weight (kg)

Rated conditions

Cooling: Indoor intake air temp. 27°C DB / 19°C WB. Outdoor intake air temp. 35°C DB.
Heating: Indoor intake air temp. 20°C DB. Outdoor intake air temp. 7°C DB / 6°C WB.

Declaration of Conformity

with the requirements of Technical Regulation on the Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (adopted by Order №1057 of Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine) The Product is in conformity with the requirements of Technical Regulation on the Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment (TR on RoHS). The content of hazardous substances with the exemption of the applications listed in the Annex №2 of TR on RoHS: