Black & Decker BPACT08 Instruction Manual

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8,000 & 10,000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

CATALOG NUMBER

BPACT08**

BPACT10**

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CONTENTS
SAFETY INFORMATION
Important Safety Instructions..........................................................................................................................................	3-4
Grounding Instructions.........................................................................................................................................................	5
Safety Guidelines.....................................................................................................................................................	6
Power Cord Operation..........................................................................................................................................	7
SET UP & USE
Parts & Features........................................................................................................................................................................	8
Specifications............................................................................................................................................................	9
Installation Guide.....................................................................................................................................................	9
Window Slider Kit Installation..........................................................................................................................	10
Exhaust Hose Installation.....................................................................................................................................	11
Control Panel............................................................................................................................................................	12
Operating from the Control Panel.............................................................................................................	12-13
Control Panel on Remote Control....................................................................................................................	14
Operating from the Remote Control........................................................................................................	15-17
Water Drainage.................................................................................................................................................	18-19
CLEANING & CARE..............................................................................................................................................	19
TROUBLE SHOOTING & WARRANTY
Before You Call For Service.............................................................................................................................	20
Customer Service.................................................................................................................................................	20
Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................................................	21
Limited Warranty...................................................................................................................................................................	22
PRODUCT REGISTRATION

Thank you for purchasing our BLACK+DECKER product. This easy-to-use manual will guide you in getting the best use of your air conditioner.

Remember to record the model and serial numbers. They are on a label on the rear.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

Staple your receipt to your manual.

You will need it to obtain warranty service.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

DANGER	WARNING	CAUTION
DANGER - Immediate hazards	WARNING - Hazards or unsafe	CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe
which WILL result in severe	practices which COULD result in	practices which COULD result in
personal injury or death	severe personal injury or death	minor personal injury

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following

1.Air conditioner must be connected to proper electrical outlet with the correct electrical outlet with the correct electrical supply.

2.Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and fire. DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG. If you do not have a three-prong electric receptacle outlet in the wall, have a certified electrician install the proper receptacle. The wall receptacle MUST be properly grounded.

3.Do not operate air conditioner if power cord is frayed or otherwise damaged. Avoid using it if there are any cracks or abrasion damage along the length, plug connector or if the unit malfunctions or is damaged in any manner. Contact an authorized service technician for examination, repairs or adjustments.

4.DO NOT USE AN ADAPTER OR AN EXTENSION CORD.

5.Do not block airflow around the air conditioner. The exhaust hose should be free of any obstructions.

6.Always unplug the air conditioner before servicing it or moving it.

7.Do not install or use the air conditioner in any area where the atmosphere contains combustible gases or where the atmosphere is oily or sulphurous. Avoid any chemical coming in contact with your air conditioner.

8.Do not place any object on the top of the unit.

9.Never operate the air conditioner without filters in place.

10.Do not use the air conditioner near a bathtub, shower or wash basin.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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SAFETY INFORMATION

HANDLING ALKALINE BATTERIES

WARNING

When handling alkaline batteries, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following

1.Should fluid from the battery accidentally get into your eyes, there is a threat of loss of eyesight, do not rub them. Immediately rinse your eyes with clean tap water and then consult a physician immediately.

2.Do not put the battery in a fire, expose it to heat, dismantle or modify it. If the insulation or safety valve is damaged, the battery may leak fluid, overheat or explode.

3.Do not insert the battery with the poles reversed. Doing so may cause some abnormality or a short and the battery may leak fluid, overheat or explode.

4.Keep the battery out of the reach of children. If the battery is swallowed, contact a physician immediately.

5.If the alkali fluid gets in your mouth, rinse your mouth with water and contact a physician immediately.

6.If the alkali fluid gets on your skin or clothes, it may burn your skin, thoroughly rinse the affected area with tap water.

7.Do not mix new and old batteries or other makes of batteries. The different attributes may cause the battery to leak fluid, overheat or explode.

8.This battery was not made to be recharged. Recharging this battery may damage the insulation or internal structure and may cause the battery to leak fluid, overheat or explode.

9.Do not damage or remove the label on the exterior of the battery. Doing so may cause the battery to short, leak fluid, overheat or explode.

10.Do not drop, throw or expose the battery to extreme impact. Doing so may cause the battery to leak fluid, overheat or explode.

11.Do not alter the shape of the battery. If the insulation or safety valve is damaged, the battery may leak fluid, overheat or explode.

12.Immediately remove batteries when they have lost all power. Leaving the batteries in the unit for a long time may cause the batteries to leak fluid, overheat or explode due to gas that is generated by the batteries.

13.Remove the batteries from the unit when not using the unit for an extended period of time. The batteries may leak fluid, overheat or explode due to gas that is generated by the batteries.

14.Do not apply solder directly to the batteries. The heat may cause the batteries to leak fluid, overheat or explode.

15.Do not get the batteries wet. Doing so may cause the batteries to overheat

16.Store batteries someplace out of direct sunlight where the temperature and humidity are not high. Not doing so may cause the batteries to leak fluid, overheat or explode. Also, it may cause the life and performance of the batteries to decline.

17.Follow the regulations of the local government when disposing of these batteries.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

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SAFETY INFORMATION

GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

The electrical requirements are a 115 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the product be provided. The product is equipped with a 3-wire cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for the electric current. The cord provided with this appliance is equipped with a grounding wire and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is properly installed and grounded.

Avoid the use of three prong adapters or cutting off the third grounding prong in order to accommodate a two prong outlet. This is a dangerous practice since it provides no effective grounding for the air conditioner and may result in shock hazard.

WARNING

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

Consult a qualified electrician or serviceman if:

1)The grounding instructions are not completely understood.

2)You are unsure that the appliance is properly grounded.

3)You have any questions about the grounding or electrical instructions.

POWER SUPPLY CORD

1.Avoid the use of an extension cord because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions. Have a qualified electrician or serviceman to install an outlet near the appliance.

2.If it is absolutely necessary to use longer cord sets or an extension cord, extreme care must be exercised.

a)Use only a grounding type 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and a 3-slot receptacle that will accept the plug on the appliance.

b)The marked electrical rating of the cord set or extension cord must equal to or greater than the electrical rating of the appliance. The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the counter top or table top where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.

NOTE: Neither BLACK+DECKER nor the dealer can accept any liability for damage to the product or personal injury resulting from failure to observe the electrical connection procedures.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

SAFETY GUIDELINES

To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage.

ALWAYS DO THIS	NEVER DO THIS	ENERGY SAVE

• Your air conditioner should	• Do not operate your air	• Use the unit in the
be used in such a way that it	conditioner in a wet room such	recommended room size.
is protected from moisture.	as a bathroom or laundry room.	• Locate the unit where
e.g. condensation, splashed	• Do not touch the unit with	furniture cannot obstruct the
water, etc. Do not place or
	wet or damp hands or when	air flow.
store your air conditioner
	barefoot.	• Keep blinds/curtains
where it can fall or be pulled
	• Do not press the buttons on	drawn.
into water or any other
	the control panel with anything	• Keep the filters clean.
liquid. Unplug immediately.
	other than your fingers.
• Always transport your		• Keep doors and windows

	• Do not remove any fixed	closed to keep cool air in
air conditioner in a vertical

	covers. Never use this	and warm air out.
position and stand on a

	appliance if it is not working
stable, level surface during
	properly, or if it has been
use.
	dropped or damaged.
• Turn off the product when
	• Never use the plug tostart
not in use.
	and stop the unit.
• Always contact a qualified
	• Always use the switch on the
person to carry out repairs. If
	control panel to start or shut
the supply cord is damaged
	off the unit.
it must be repaired by a
	• Do not cover or obstruct the
qualified technician.
	inlet or outlet grilles.
• Keep an air path of at least
	• Do not use hazardous
12 inches. all around the unit
	chemicals to clean or come
from walls, furniture and
	into contact with the unit. Do
curtains.
	not use the unit in the presence
• If the air conditioner is
	of inflammable substances
knocked over during use,
	or vapour such as alcohol,
turn off the unit and unplug
	insecticides, petrol,etc.
from the power supply
	• Do not allow children to
immediately.
	operate the unit unsupervised.

	• Do not use this product for
	functions other than
	those described in this
	instruction manual.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

POWER CORD OPERATION

The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord. To test your supply cord follow these steps:

1.Plug in the Air Conditioner.

2.The power supply cord head has two buttons, a TEST button and a RESET button. Press the TEST button and notice a click as the RESET button pops out.

3.Press the RESET button. Once again notice a click as the button engages.

4.The power supply cord will now supply electricity to the unit.

NOTE:

•Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.

• Always make sure the reset button is pushed in for correct operation

•The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when either the test button is pushed, or it cannot be reset.

• If power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired.

• It must be replaced by one obtained from the product manufacturer.

•After the unit has stopped, the compressor operate for the first 3 minutes. This is to

protect the unit. Operation will automatically start after 3 minutes.

OPERATING CONDITION

The air conditioner must be operated within the temperature range indicated below: