Hotpoint MAC155 Owner's Manual

Portable Air Conditioner,
Dehumidifier, Heater and
Fan

utilizing Heat Pump Technology

OWNER’S MANUAL
Model #: MAC155

Please read owner’s manual carefully before operating unit.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION……………………………………………………………………………………………… 3

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

…………………………………………………………………………………4

PRODUCT DIAGRAM………………………………………………………………………………………… 5

INSTALLATION……………………………………………………………………………………………… 6

CONTROL PANEL AND MULTI-COLOR DISPLAY

CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS

……………………………………………………………………………… 9

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OPERATION USING THE CONTROL PANEL…………………………………………………………………11

COOLING

DEHUMIDIFYING

………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11

………………………………………………………………………………………… 11

FANNING………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11

AUTO MODE

SLEEP MODE

……………………………………………………………………………………………… 12

…………………………………………………………………………………………… 12

REMOTE CONTROL & OPERATION……………………………………………………………………………13

MAINTENANCE

END OF SEASON STORAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING

……………………………………………………………………………………………… 15

……………………………………………………………………………… 16

………………………………………………………………………………………… 16

ERROR MESSAGES………………………………………………………………………………………… 16

DISCLAIMER

………………………………………………………………………………………………… 17

WARRANTY………………………………………………………………………………………………… 18-19

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the Portable Air Conditioner. This unit is designed to improve indoor living and
working comfort by providing cooling, dehumidifying, and ventilation with minimal installation.

This multi-functional unit operates as an air conditioner, dehumidifier, heater,and fan. Unlike traditional
portables, there is no bucket to empty.The condensate water is evaporated and removed through the exhaust
duct along with the warm exhaust air.When operating as an air conditioner, this unit is designed for spot
cooling or cooling a room no larger than 550 square feet with a standard eight foot ceiling height. When
using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions.

Other air conditioning methods are recommended when the indoor temperature is either below 64°F or above
86°F.

Please complete the following information for future re ference. Retain this owner’s manual with your sales
receipt as a permanent record of your purchase.

Serial Number: _________________________________________________________

Date of Purchase: _______________________________________________________

Place of Purchase: _______________________________________________________

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IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS

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Before installing and using your portable air conditioner and heater, it is important that you read this owner’s
manual carefully. Store this manual in a safe place for future reference.

This instruction manual is used for guidance and does not form part of a contract. It reserves the right to
make technical changes without prior notice.

1. Always place the unit on a level surface.

2. The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulation.

3. The unit mustbe connectedto a correctly grounde

owersupply. Foryoursafety, this unit is
grounded through the power cord plug when connected to a grounded wall outlet. Do not use an
adapter plug or extension cord.

4. Do not install the unit in an area where gas leakage may occur and/or in an explosive atmosphere.

5. Do not apply an insecticide or any type of flammable spray on the unit.

6. Confirm drainage piping is connected properly.

7. Do not start or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug.

8. Do not operate with wet hands.

9. Close supervision is necessary when the unit is use

nearchildren. The unit in not intendedforuse

by children.

10. Do not insert anything into the air outlet. Do not obstruct air inlet or outlet grills.

11. Do not expose skin or eyes directly to cool air for a long period of time.

12. If an abnormal odo

smoke comes out of the unit, disconnect the unit immediately andcontact a

qualified service technician. (see page 13)

13. When opening the filter cover, do not touch the metal parts in the unit’sinterior.

14. Do not immerse the unit in wate

any type of liquid. Do not use the unit in the immediate

surroundings of a bath, shower, or swimming pool, or in any other steamy, wet areas.

15. When cleaning the unit, always turn the unit off and unplug the power cord.

16. Always inspect the

owercordforsigns of damagebefore use. If thepowercordis damaged, it must

be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified service technician.

17. Do not place a plant or allow a pet in the direct path of the airflow to avoid injury.

18. Do not put a stove, etc, where it would be exposed to the direct airflow. It may affect combustion.

19. Do not sit on the unit or place anything on it.

20. Before storing, the water must be drained from the unit and the filters cleaned.

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PRODUCT DIAGRAM

FRONT

A. Control panel
B. l air louvers
C. Hepa
D. Casters
E. Cable(powercordand plug)

BACK

A. In ner filter

B. Inner inhale hole
C. Outerexhaust hole
D.

Outer inhale hole

E.

Outer filter

ACCESSORIES

Flexible exhaust hose with 2 adapters

• 3-piece set

• stretches from 14 1/4” to605/8”
(36cm to 150cm)

Windowexhaust adapter
Adjustable window slider kit

• 3-piece set

• adjusts 33 1/2” to 70”(85cmto 177.8cm)

Drain tube
Drain pan

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INSTALLATION

SELECTING THE LOCATION

Place the unit ina flat location where theair
outletsare not obstructed. Place theunitat
least 20” (50cm) away from awall or other
obstacle.

MOUNTING THE EXHAUST HOSE

Slide the square end of theexhaustduct over
the hot air outlet ontheback of the unit.

The exhaust hose shouldbekept as short and
straight as possible. Prevent any sharp bendsin
the exhaust hose, as this willtraphot exhaust
air.

The hot exhaust aircan be vented through the
wall or out a window. If mounting in thewall,the
heightof the hole should be16to 50 inches
(40cm to 130cm).

Ex ha us t Ho se

Hot Air Outlet

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