Panasonic CS-ME7NKE Instructions D'installation page 10

3-4-2. Indoor unit types
(CS-ME18NKE, CS-ME24NKE)
Basically, these models can be installed and wired
without removing the grille. If access to any internal
part is needed, follow the steps as given below.
How to remove the grille
(1) Open the front panel until it is nearly horizontal,
grasp the sections near the front panel arms on
both sides, and then pull towards you to remove
the front panel. (Fig. 16-2)
(2) Remove the 3 screws where the screw covers are
open. (Fig. 17-2)
(3) Press the 3 tabs at the top of the grille and the 3
tabs on the front face to separate the grille from
the frame. (Fig. 18a-2)
(4) Pull the grille towards you to remove it.
(Fig. 18a-2)
How to replace the grille
(1) When installing the grille, place the bottom of the
grille into the frame first. (Fig. 18b-2) Then insert
the tabs on the top of the grille and on the front
face into the frame.
(2) Make sure that the grille and frame are firmly fitted
together by engaging the tabs.
(3) Press the grille firmly with your hand to ensure no
gap exists between the frame and grille.
(4) Tighten the 3 screws and close the screw covers.
(5) Grasp the sections near the front panel arms on
both sides, hold the front panel so that it is nearly
horizontal, bring the arm shafts into contact with
the top of the grooves on the right and left sides of
the air conditioner, and then push firmly until the
arm shafts click into place. (Fig. 18c-2)
(6) After closing the front panel, press firmly on the
parts indicated by the arrows to securely fasten
the panel in place. (Fig. 19-2)
NOTE
Check that no gap exists between the frame and the
grille.
Fig. 19-2
Front panel
Arm
Screw
Grille
Tab
Grille
Front panel
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Fig. 16-2
Screw cover
Fig. 17-2
Tab
Fig. 18a-2
Fig. 18b-2
Groove
Pin
Arm
Fig. 18c-2