Danby DPAC10099 Owner's Manual

Owner’s Use and Care Guide

Guide d’utilisation et soins de Propriètaire

Model • Modèle

DPAC 10099

CAUTION: Read and follow all safety rules and operating instructions before first use of this product.

MISE EN GARDE : Veuillez lire attentivement les consignes de sécurité et les directives d'utilisation avant l'utilisation initiale de ce produit.

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER

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CLIMATISEUR PORTATIF

Table des matières . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE: If the unit changes ownership, be sure the manual accompanies this unit.

CONSERVER CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR CONSULTATION ULTÉRIEUR: En cas de revente l’appareil, ce manuel doit être inclus avec l’appareil.

Danby Products Ltd, PO Box 1778, Guelph, Ontario Canada N1H 6Z9

Danby Products Inc, PO Box 669, Findlay, Ohio USA 45839-0669

Version 2.12.08 JF

TABLE OF CONTENTS

UNIT SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . 2
PART IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 3
Energy Saving Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 4
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 5
Window Kit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 5
OPERATION
Features of the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 6
Air Conditioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . 7
Dehumidifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . 8
Fan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 8
Auto Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . 9
Remote Control Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . .9
CARE AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 10
TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 11

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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WELCOME

Thank you for choosing a Danby appliance to provide you and your family with all of the “Home Comfort” requirements of your home, cottage, or office. This Owner’s Use and Care Guide will provide you with valuable information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new appliance. If properly maintained, your Danby appliance will give you many years of trouble free operation. Please take a few moments to read the instructions thoroughly and familiarize yourself with all of the operational aspects of this appliance.

Your Danby Portable Air-Conditioner is a multi-functional room air-exchanging, air-processing appliance, designed to offer you the functions of; Air Conditioning, Dehumidifying, and Independent Fan. Each individual mode is featured with “oscillating” air swing capabilities. This unit can be conveniently moved from room to room within your home and set up in just minutes. Imagine the convenience of 4 Season Home Comfort at your fingertips, anywhere, anytime.

For easy reference, may we suggest you attach a copy of your sales slip/receipt to this page, along with the following information, located on the manufacturers nameplate on the rear panel of the unit.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

This information will be necessary if your unit requires servicing and/or for general inquiries. To contact a Customer Service Representative, call Danby TOLL

FREE: 1-800-26- (1-800-263-2629)

UNIT

SPECIFICATIONS

Unit Specifications

		Model Number	DPAC10099
		Voltage/Frequency	115V-60Hz
		Noise Level	53dB
		Fan Speeds	3
		Cooling Capacity	10000BTU
		Refrigerant	R410A
		Unit Weight	38 kg
		Dimensions (W) x (H) x (D)	50.8 cm x 91.5 cm x 41.8 cm
		Remote Control	Yes
		Time of Day Clock	No
		Auto Timer	Yes

NOTE: Continuing research results in steady improvement. Therefore, this information and these specifications are subject to change without notice.

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PART IDENTIFICATION

Air Exhaust: For air to be cooled and filtered. Opens / Closes automatically.

Air Filter

	LCD
	Display							Air inlet
				Handles			Air outlet
											Air inlet
	Front						Cover
	Panel
											Water drain
							Electricity		cable
			Wheels

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION BEFORE USING

ELECTRICAL

SPECIFICATIONS

1)Check available power supply and resolve any wiring problems BEFORE installation and operation of this unit. All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes and be installed by a qualified electrician. If you have any questions regarding the following instructions, contact a qualified electrician.

2)This appliance draws 7.8 nameplate amps under Cooling Mode and may be used in any properly wired, general purpose 15 amp household grounded receptacle.

3)For your safety and protection, this unit is grounded through the power cord plug when plugged into a matching wall outlet. If you are not sure whether the wall outlets in your home are properly grounded, please consult a qualified electrician.

WARNING: Improper connection of the grounding plug can result in risk of Fire, Electric Shock, and/or injury to Persons associated with the appliance. Check with a qualified service representative if in doubt that the appliance is proplery grounded.

4)DO NOT USE PLUG ADAPTERS OR EXTENSION CORDS WITH THIS UNIT. If it is necessary to use an extension cord with this unit, use an approved “air conditioner” extension cord only (available at most local hardware stores).

5)To avoid the possibility of personal injury, always disconnect the power supply to the unit before installing and/or servicing.

TABLE 1

Suggested Individual Branch Circuit

Nameplate Amps	*AWG Wire Size
9.5	16

AWGAmerican Wire Gauge

*Based on copper wire at 60°C temperature rating.

TABLE 2

Receptacle and Fuse Types

Rated Volts	125
Amps	13
Wall Outlet

Fuse Size	15
Time Delay Fuse	Plug Type
(or Circuit Breaker)

CAUTION: Do not leave this unit unattended in a space where people or animals cannot react to a failed unit are located. A failed unit can cause extreme overheating or death in such an enclosed, unattended space.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

	The power cord supplied with this air conditioner contains a device that
POWER SUPPLY
CORD	senses damage to the power cord. To test if your power cord is working
	properly, you must do the following:

1)Connect the power supply cord to an electrical outlet.

2)The power supply cord has two buttons located on the head of the plug. One button is marked “TEST”, and the other is marked “RESET”. Press the “TEST” button; you will hear a click as the “RESET” button pops out.

3)Press the “RESET” button; you will hear a click as the button engages.

4)The power supply cord is now energized and supplying electricity to the air conditioner (on some products this is also indicated by a light on the plug head).

NOTE: The power cord supplied with this air conditioner contains a current leakage detection device designed to reduce the risk of fire. In the event the power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired and must be replaced with a new cord from the product manufacturer.

•Under no circumstances should this device be used to turn the unit on or off.

•The “RESET” button must always be pushed in (engaged) for correct operation.

•The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when the “TEST” button is pushed in.

	ENERGY-SAVING	Your Danby appliance is designed to be highly efficient in energy
	TIPS	savings. Follow these recommendations for greater efficiency.
			4) Start your air conditioner before the
	1) Select a thermostat setting that suits your
			outdoor air becomes hot and uncomfortable,
	comfort needs and leave at that chosen		to avoid an initial period of discomfort while
	setting.		the unit is cooling off the room. Use of the
	2) The air filter is very efficient in removing		automatic start/stop programmable TIMER
			feature can be a major asset in this regard if
	airborne particles. Keep the air filter clean at all		utilized to the fullest extent.
	times.		5) When outdoor temperatures are cool
	3) Use drapes, curtains or shades to keep
			enough, turn the air conditioner off and use
	direct sunlight from penetrating and heating		the FAN MODE. This circulates indoor air,
	room, but do not allow drapes or curtains to		providing some cooling comfort while utilizing
	obstruct the air flow around the unit.		less electricity.

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INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the possibility of personal injury, disconnect power to the unit before installing or servicing.

Caution: To avoid installation/operation difficulties, read these instructions thoroughly.

Flexible Exhaust Hose (13cm) & Exhaust nozzle connector (2 pcs)... from 17 7/10 (45cm) to 53 1/6” (135cm)

Flexible Exhaust Hose (11cm) & Exhaust nozzle connector (2pcs)...from 15 3/4” (40cm) to 51 1/5” (130cm)

Adjustable window door slider kit (3 pcs)... from 28 1/3”(72cm) to 80” (203cm)

Fixture..... (2 pcs) & Screws..... (8 pcs)

NOTE: The exhaust/window kit must be installed at all times when the unit is operating under AIR CONDITIONING mode. There should be at least 11.8” (30cm) clearance between the unit and any other objects or building structures, and should be installed on a level surface.

Fig. 1INSTALLATION ACCESSORIES

Flexible Exhaust Hose

Fixture

Exhaust Nozzle

Connector

Screws

Adjustable Window Slider Kit:

28 1/3” (72cm)- 80” (203cm)

Water hose (79”/ 200cm)

Instructions for Assembling the Window Adapter KitFig. 2

1)Insert tube adapters through the back of the window panel.

2)Secure each tube adapter with four screws through the front of the window panel.

3)Insert window panel extensions into window panel. Lightly tighten the screws in the window panel to hold the extensions in place.

Fig. 2

Back of window panel

Tube Adapters

WINDOW KIT

INSTALLATION

Air Conditioning Mode ONLY

Your window kit has been designed to fit most standard “vertical”/”horizontal” windows up to a maximum height of 80” (203cm). For vertical window applications, multi lock positions are provided on the edge of each slider section to secure each sliding section together.

1)Select a suitable location, making sure you have access to an electrical outlet.

2)Install the flexible hose to the rear side of the unit. Insert the hose collar on top of the exhaust opening and twist to lock into position.

3)Install the adjustable Window Slider Kit as required (see Fig. 4a & 4b).

4)Install the opposite end of the flexible exhaust hose into the window exhaust adapter.

5)Install the window exhaust adapter into the opening in the slider section, making sure the window slider sections are secure.

6)Plug the unit into a 115V/60Hz grounded electrical outlet.

	Fig 3a
										Fig 3b
		Horizontal Window							Window Slider Kit:
									Min.: 28 1/3” (72cm)
									Max.: 80” (203cm)
							Vertical
							Window
	Window Slider Kit:
	Min.: 28 1/3” (67.5cm)
	Max.: 80” (203cm)

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OPERATIONFeatures of the Control Panel

Warning Light

KEY PAD FUNCTIONS

POWER SWITCH:Turns unit ON/OFF

MODE: Allows you to scroll through and select desired operating mode.

FAN: Select from three different fan settings; High, Medium, and Low.

AUTO-TIMER

AUTO-TIMER Adjust:

Auto turn offWith machine in running mode, press timer button to set timer control. Press buttons to select number of hours you would like the unit to run before it automatically shuts off.

Auto turn onWith machine in stand by mode, press timer button to set timer control. Press

buttons to select number of hours before the unit automatically starts running in air conditionning mode.

NOTE: The time is adjustable between 1-24 hours.

TEMPERATURE Adjust:

•Used for adjusting the thermostat.

•The default display is room temperature.

•In cooling mode, when button is pressed, the set temperature is displayed and may be adjusted. After 15 seconds the display will revert back to room temperature. Temperature is only adjustable in cool mode.

Receiving Sensor

NOTE: By pressing both buttons at the same time for more than 3 seconds, the display will toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit.

Warning Light

Condensed water may accumulate in the unit. If the internal tank becomes full, the Warning signal in the LCD Display will light up and the unit will not operate until it has been drained.

LCD Display

Cooling Mode

Dehumidify Mode

Fan Only Mode

High Fan Speed

Medium Fan Speed

Low Fan Speed

Display Set Temperature

Display Timer Setting of Auto

Switch ON / OFF

Warning Light (the machine will

stop running)

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	OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
		IMPORTANT: The exhaust hose must be properly vented (outdoors)
AIR-CONDITIONING
		during air conditioning mode.
			Fig. A

1)Press the POWER SWITCH key (Fig. A) to switch on the unit, and the previous set temperature will be shown in the temperature display area of the control panel.

2)Press the MODE key (Fig. B) until the COOL indicator light illuminates on the control panel (Fig.C). Each depression of the MODE key will advance to a different mode setting (Cool- Dehumidifier-Fan)

Fig. B

3) Press the appropriate increase or decrease buttons (Fig. D1 & D2) to select a suitable operating temperature setting. Temperature settings are adjustable between 16°C (61°F) to 32°C (89°F).

4) Press the FAN key (Fig. E) to select the desired fan speed setting (Auto-High-Med.-Low). Your selection will appear on the control panel (each depression of the fan key will advance to a

different setting).

Fig. C

• Cooling stops automatically when the set temperature is achieved. Cooling resumes when the room temp. rises above the “set” temperature level.

Fig. D1

Fig. D2

Fig. E

Fig. F

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