Review of Olmo air conditioners: error codes, comparison of model characteristics

The Danish company Olmo has been known for a long time on the Russian market of HVAC equipment. The manufacturer offers several types of domestic air conditioners, professional and commercial. For the average consumer, the split system and its mobile counterparts are of interest. Familiarization with the features of the series is the first step before choosing the optimal installation.

Main lines of air conditioners and products

The company is constantly working to improve the quality of its products, paying special attention to the degree of comfort. The main rule is that the installation of the air conditioner should only be carried out by specialists. In this case, the correct operation of the climatic device is guaranteed, as well as the durability of functioning.

Split systems for household use:

• Not inverter... Available in Comfort, Innova, Hi-Tech and Leader series. Advantages - self-cleaning function of the outdoor unit, remote control via a smartphone is possible, choice of design of the inner case. Reviews about Olmo air conditioners are positive - simple operation, the display is not bright, does not affect the degree of comfort.
• Inverter... So far, only one series has been developed - Oscar Inverter. The inverter outdoor unit has an automatic defrost function. The filtration unit has been supplemented, the energy resource has been increased. The inverter unit can work for both heating and cooling. The manual contains a complete description of the functionality.

Despite the fact that the inverter has a positive effect on reducing power consumption and smooth settings, the price of the model is higher because of it than that of conventional series.

Industrial and commercial devices:

• Cassette... Designed for ceiling mounting. Features - circular supply of cooled air, there is a drainage pump with a lift height of up to 50 cm. Applications - sales areas, commercial premises. Advantages - new generation fan, improved electronic unit. Thanks to the latter, repairs to the air conditioner will rarely be required.
• Floor- ceiling. The main air flow is distributed in the vertical direction, it is possible to activate the horizontal one. Installation on a horizontal or vertical plane is possible. It can be bought as a source of cold air and for heat supply - a special mode is provided for generating warm air.
• Duct... Ideal for cooling multiple rooms from one outdoor unit. Advantages - low profile housing, 3 fan speeds, air intake can be carried out from the rear end or from the bottom.

Detailed instructions for air conditioners have been compiled for each series. It indicates operational features, recommendations for maintenance and self-repair.

Particular attention is paid to the outdoor unit. In addition to defrosting and self-diagnostic functions, the manufacturer uses materials that are insensitive to temperature differences. But this does not exclude the need to install a protective canopy.

Comparison of characteristics of popular models

A complete analysis of the manufacturer's lineup should begin with a study of the technical characteristics of specific models. Most of the information is in the user manual and on the official website. But first, you should determine the basic requirements for the climatic device.

They are as follows:

• Nominal cooling or heating capacity. Depends on the volume of the room, although the manufacturers indicate the area at a standard ceiling height of 2.7 m.
• Type - wall-mounted, mobile or special. The latter include cassette, floor-to-ceiling and duct devices.
• Required functionality. Frequent consumer conditions - advanced timer settings, stepless cooling / heating intensity control, automatic start-up and self-regulation.
• Performance. Often this is the minimum noise level of the indoor unit, work at subzero temperatures outside, the complexity of the repair and the degree of remoteness of the corporate service center.
• Cost. This indicator should not be the determining factor, but depends on the planned budget.

The table shows the main technical characteristics of the most popular models of HVAC equipment of this brand.

The first 12ES5 under review has been discontinued. But the company is engaged in servicing the installed ones, with spare parts, judging by the feedback from consumers, there are no problems.

It is important to study the warranty conditions in detail. It can be from a manufacturer or a dealer. In the first case, all claims are made directly to the manufacturer.

Olmo control panel and air conditioners manual

Until recently, an original, but outdated remote control was offered in the configuration for household models. The LCD was positioned vertically opposite the row of buttons. To enable a certain function, it was required to find the corresponding symbol on the indicator, which was inconvenient. Instead, a new premium air conditioner remote is offered. It is included with all models of the described household series.

Features of use and management:

• Allocation of individual buttons for basic functions. In addition to them, the ability to fine-tune the work is provided.
• Large LCD display. All indicators are clearly visible on it, there are no problems with data reading.
• Color indication of buttons and their distance from each other. This allows you to change modes almost by touch.
• The energy resource of the batteries has been increased - the power consumption is minimal.

You should also pay attention to the material of manufacture. Thick-walled plastic was used to reduce the likelihood of accidental damage to the case. In addition, a temperature sensor is installed in the device, thanks to which the cooling intensity is adjusted depending on the user's location in the room.

Operating recommendations are standard - periodic cleaning of the air filter is required, complex maintenance once every two years, checking the refrigerant level or replacing it. In the latter case, it is necessary to use the freon recommended by the manufacturer.

Olmo air conditioner error codes

Another advantage of the HVAC equipment of this brand is the advanced detection and indication technology of malfunctions. It includes special sensors located in critical blocks, as well as a clear display of important information. Air conditioner error codes are duplicated on the LCD display of the indoor unit and the remote control.

Common causes of malfunctions:

• incorrect operation of the evaporator or condenser sensors;
• breakdown of the electric motor in the indoor unit;
• incorrect operation of the firmware, a system error appeared;
• the compressor cut-out relay is not activated;
• an error in connecting the power supply - the phase and zero are reversed;
• the outdoor temperature is below critical.

These are the main reasons for the partial or complete failure of the climatic equipment. When the corresponding system messages appear, you should immediately contact the service center and, according to their recommendations, carry out repairs or call specialists to eliminate the malfunction.

User reviews

One of the defining indicators of the reliability and operation of the Olmo air conditioner is consumer reviews. It should be borne in mind that the product line includes both budget models and equipment of the middle and premium class. Often, the wrong choice becomes the reason for the appearance of negativity - the actual characteristics do not correspond to the expected ones.

Positive traits:

• fast cooling rate - 5-7 minutes;
• affordable cost;
• modern design;
• reliability of functioning;
• low noise level in Turbo mode.

Disadvantages:

• small control panel;
• short power cord;
• the network of service centers is not developed.

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