Review of West conditioners: error codes, inverter and multisplit systems

TM West is the property of Ost-West. The start of the organization's activities took place back in 1994 and consisted in the supply of devices from well-known world manufacturers to the domestic market of Ukraine in large quantities. Today the West company produces a wide range of household appliances under its own brand, including modern household split systems.

Thanks to a competent marketing strategy and a detailed study of consumer demand, the manufacturer managed to combine two main indicators in its products: price and quality. West also continues to supply appliances and other brands, allowing consumers to buy reliable products at an affordable cost. The company has divided the production of goods in three areas:

• budget line of devices;
• popular models that are in particularly high demand;
• equipment of "hi" -class with the use of high technologies.

Over time, it was possible to expand the range of direct and climatic technology. Among the models of West air conditioners, you can find both devices with a standard set of functions, and ultra-modern installations with extended functionality.

Main product lines

The manufacturer takes into account the various requirements of buyers for equipment, therefore, offers several options for possible climatic equipment:

1. Standard household air conditioners with wall mounting and basic functionality.
2. Multifunctional multisplit equipped with a number of additional elements.
3. Compact mobile monoblocks.

The manufacturing company took care of providing customers with a choice by combining a number of models into separate series of products. Thus, if when creating a microclimate in a room there is no need to achieve certain parameters, then it is quite possible to get by with a simple device, namely a mobile monoblock, especially since the installation of an air conditioner in this case is simply not needed.

Wall mounted household air conditioners

A set of such climatic equipment usually consists of two types of units and a remote control device. Allows you to achieve the required air temperature in the room by cooling or heating. Differs in the following characteristics:

• average power of devices;
• lack of additional filters and air enrichment systems;
• easy setup;
• basic set of required operating modes.

Such air conditioners are preferred by most ordinary buyers who do not want to overpay either for a promoted brand or for using the latest technological developments in production. The simplified internal structure of the climate system does not preclude equipping the device with a cleaning filter that effectively traps dust, harmful impurities and other contaminants.

Models of Eco series air conditioners are especially loved by buyers. They differ in significantly lower power consumption when operating in any mode and the absence of a forced ventilation mode. But otherwise, they do not get tired of their more expensive counterparts: the rotary mechanism of the front louver grill, memorization of the set settings, several fan speeds.

High-tech multisplit

Since the company constantly monitors the situation in the domestic and foreign markets for household appliances, this allows updating the product line, thereby transferring some models from premium-class goods to a more acceptable category. The vacant niche of goods is being filled with updated lines that have incorporated the most modern achievements in the field of climatic technology.

This line significantly surpasses its counterparts in cost, but at the same time is almost identical in its technical characteristics with expensive promoted brands. Simply put, by purchasing West products, the buyer gets the full range of functions of a modern multisplit, but at a more affordable price.

Innovative multisplits differ from West:

• increased equipment power;
• reduced noise level when the system is operating in any of the modes;
• many options for settings;
• laconic design and durable body materials.

The climate system is equipped with a deodorizing filter, which copes with the task of not only purifying the air, but also eliminating unpleasant odors.

Portable climatic monoblocks

It copes with the task of cooling indoor air. It is equipped with:

• remote control of the process of operation and device settings;
• timer for turning on and off the device without user intervention;
• three levels of fan rotation, which allows you to set the required intensity of air supply.

Mobile air conditioners are extremely easy to use and absolutely do not require installation work. The presence of rotating wheels at the bottom of the case allows you to move it not only within one room, but also throughout the serviced premises (apartment, house, office, service facility).

Comparison of characteristics of popular models

West Remote Control and Air Conditioning Instructions

For several models of West conditioners, as a rule, one instruction is provided. The manufacturer strongly recommends that you read this user manual before using the device. The brochure provides all the necessary information regarding the correct use of split systems:

• security measures when connecting and installing multisplit;
• requirements for the parameters of the electrical network;
• inadmissible actions during system operation;
• a detailed description of each of the elements of the system, as well as a diagram of the internal structure of the blocks.

In the same manual, you can familiarize yourself with all the symbols for the remote control from the West conditioner. The reasons why the device may not respond to the signal supplied from the device are also indicated. Using the remote control allows you to quickly reconfigure the system or change an already set mode.

West conditioner error codes

Almost all models of split systems are equipped with a self-diagnosis function designed to detect and determine the malfunction that has occurred. The error codes that appear on the display of the structure indicate what exactly caused the breakdown (failure). This is usually:

• clogged filters;
• refrigerant leaks;
• operation of the device at an external temperature below -10-12 ° С;
• sudden surge in mains voltage and so on.

The error code will help to disconnect the device from the power supply in time and either eliminate the malfunction yourself (cleaning the filters), or contact the service center.

User reviews

The main advantages of West split systems, which buyers indicate in their reviews, are their availability and ease of use. The following recommendations will help to significantly extend the service life of the equipment and avoid costly repairs in a specialized center:

• avoid getting into blocks of foreign objects;
• wash the internal filters at least once every 3 weeks;
• do not use the air conditioner at negative air temperatures (below -12 ° С).

It is also recommended to check the pressure in the system at least once a year and to refuel the freon (depending on the intensity of use).