Impecca IWA08KM15 User Guide

Window Air Conditioner—User Manual

Models: IWA06-KM15, IWA08-KM15

www.impecca.com

WARNING:
To avoid permanent damage to unit:

Ensure it is in the upright position for a MINIMUM of 6
hours and a RECOMMENDED time of 24 hours before pow-

ering on the rst time.

ADVERTENCIA:
Para evitar daños permanentes a la
unidad:

Asegúrese de que está en la posición vertical durante
un mínimo de 6 horas y un tiempo recomendado de 24
horas antes de encender la primera vez.

Read the following notices and information carefully to ensure proper operation of your air
conditioner unit.

This manual is solely provided for informational purposes and in no way constitutes a legally
binding document between the manufacturer, distributor, and end consumer. Exact appear-

ance of your unit may dier from the pictures and diagrams enclosed.

Lea las siguientes indicaciones cuidadosamente para asegurar el correcto funcionamiento
de su unidad de aire acondicionado.

Este manual se proporciona únicamente con fines informativos y de ninguna manera
constituye un documento jurídicamente vinculante entre el fabricante, distribuidor y
consumidor final. apariencia exacta de su unidad puede diferir de las imágenes y esque­mas adjuntos.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safety Notices 4-5

Introduction 6

Getting to Know Your Air Conditioner 7

Using your Air Conditioner 8

Pre-Installation Instructions 8

Installing Your Unit 10

Cleaning & Maintenance 13

Troubleshooting 14

Customer Support 15

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READ THESE NOTICES CAREFULLY—THEY ARE IMPORTANT!

WARNING

 Plug in power plug completely.

• Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or

re due to potential short circuit.

 Do not modify power cord length.

• It may cause electric shock or re. • It may cause electric shock. • This could be harmful to their health.

 Always ensure eective grounding/

earthing.

• Incorrect or missing grounding may lead
to electric shock.

 Unplug the unit if it emits strange

sounds, smells or smoke.

• Unit may need repair. • It may cause re and electric shock. • It may cause electric shock.

 Ensure the power cord is kept away from

any heating sources.

• It may cause re and electric shock. • It may cause failure and electric shock. • It may cause an explosion or re.

 Ventilate room before operating

air conditioner if there was a gas leakage.

• It may cause explosion, re, and burns.

 Do not start or stop the unit by inserting

or pulling out the power plug.

• It may cause electric shock or re.

 Do not operate with wet hands or in a

damp environment.

 Do not allow water into or onto the front

of cabinet, control panel or power cord.

• It may cause failure of unit or electric
shock.

 Do not plug unit into an electrical socket

that is loose or damaged.

 Do not disassemble or modify unit.

 Do not damage power cord or replace

with a non-original power cord.

• It may cause electric shock or re.

• If the power cord is damaged, it must
be replaced by the manufacturer or an
authorized service center or a similarly

qualied person to avoid hazard.

 Do not direct airow directly at room

occupants.

 Always use dedicated power outlet

and circuit breaker.

• Sharing a circuit can lead to re.

 Do not operate the unit while the

chassis is open or removed.

 Do not use the power cord near am-

mable gas or combustibles, such as
gasoline, benzene, paint thinner, etc.

 When the air lter is removed for clean-

ing, avoid touching the internal metal
parts of the unit.

• It may cause an personal injury and/or

damage to the unit.

 When the unit is to be cleaned, power o

the unit and circuit breaker.

• Do not clean unit when power is on as it

may cause re and electric shock and/or

personal injury.

CAUTION

 Do not clean the air conditioner with

water.

• Water may enter the unit and degrade the
insulation. It may cause an electric shock.

 Do not put a pet or house plant where it

will be exposed to direct air ow.

• This could injure or be harmful
to your pet or plants.

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 Ventilate the room well when used

together with a stove, etc.

• An oxygen shortage may occur when
using a stove in a room with closed
windows.

 Do not use for specialized purposes.

• Do not use this air conditioner to
preserve precision devices, food,
pets, plants, and art objects.

• It may cause deterioration, etc.

 Stop operation and remove unit from

window in severe storm or hurricane.

• Operation during a severe storm may

allow a signicant amount of water to

enter the indoors.

 Do not place obstacles around air-intake

vents or inside cool air outlet.

• It may cause failure of appliance.

 Do not use strong detergent such as

wax or paint thinner to clean the unit.

Use a damp, so cloth.

• Appearance may deteriorate due to
change of product color or scratching of
its surface.

CAUTION

 Hold the plug by the head of the power

plug when unplugging unit.

• Pulling from the wire can cause wire to

fray leading to electric shock or re.

 If unit is equipped with an outdoor instal-

lation bracket, periodically ensure that it
has not become damaged.

• If bracket is damaged, the unit can fall
and cause damage, personal injury or
death.

 Do not place heavy objects on the

power cord and ensure that the cord
is not pinched or stressed.

• There is danger of re or electric shock.

 Unplug the power cord when not

using the unit for extended periods
of time.

• Will prevent damage to the unit.

 Always insert the lters securely.

Clean lter at least once per month.

• Operation with dirty lters (or without
lters) will eect performance and

may cause damage to the unit.

 Do not place this window-type air

conditioner through a wall.

• This will block the side vents and pre-
vent the unit from cooling properly.

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CAUTION

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

• Be sure your electrical wiring is adequate for the model you have chosen. This information can be found on
the rating label, a silver-colored sticker generally located on the right side of the cabinet.

• Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and re hazards, proper grounding is

important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong
grounding plug for protection against shock hazards.

• Your air conditioner must be connected to a properly ground­ed wall receptacle. If the wall receptacle you intend to use
is not adequately grounded or protected by a time delay

NOTE: The power supply cord with this air conditioner

contains a current detection device designed to reduce
the risk of re. In the event that the power supply cord is
damaged, it cannot be repaired -- it must be replaced with a
cord from the Product Manufacturer.

fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualied electrician install the proper

receptacle.

• Ensure the receptacle is accessible aer the unit installation.

The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage
to the power cord and excess current draw from the unit. To test your
current device do the following:

1. Plug in the Air Conditioner.

2. Press the TEST button. You will hear a click as the RESET button

pops out within the rubber housing and the LED will turn o.

3. Press the RESET button. You will hear a click as the button
engages and the LED will illuminate.

4. The power supply cord is now supplying electricity to the unit.
Note: Your model may have the TEST and RESET buttons on the

Side button
version

side or the front of the plug head.

NOTES:

• Do not use the TEST and RESET buttons to turn the unit on or o.

• If the current device fails the test or the power cord becomes dam-

aged, the entire power cord must be replaced with an equivalent
power cord and current device by a licensed electrician.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this quality Impecca window air conditioner unit. To ensure the

longest life and highest energy eiciency of your unit, please carefully follow these operating

instructions. Keep these instructions in a safe place and consult them as needed. Please note
that constant enhancement and improvements to our air conditioning units may mean that

your model will slightly dier in appearance from the model pictured in this manual, but the

actual operation and installation of the unit remains unchanged. This manual is solely provid­ed for informational purposes and does not constitute a binding, legal contract.

SAFETY NOTICE:

This appliance should not be used by children or mentally/physically disabled persons with­out strict, direct supervision by a responsible adult. Never play with or around the appliance.

SAFETY INFORMATION

• Before operation, ensure your electrical installation (outlets and circuits) complies

with the power specications found on the unit.

• Before cleaning or maintaining the air conditioner, please turn o air conditioner
and unplug the unit.

• Make sure the power cord isn’t kinked, bent, or under the weight of sharp or heavy
objects.

• Do not pull or yank the power cord to unplug the unit or move the air conditioner.

• Do not insert or unplug the power plug with wet hands.

• Only use a grounded power outlet. Make sure the grounding is functional.

• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or a quali-

ed technician in order to avoid re and electrical hazards.

• Should abnormal operation occur (such as a burning smell), please disconnect
power cord immediately and contact your local dealer.

• If nobody is present to monitor the operation of the unit, please turn it o and
disconnect the power cord.

• Do not splash or pour water on air conditioner to avoid causing a short circuit or
damage to the unit.

• Do not put or hang dripping objects above the air conditioner.

• Ensure the ambient temperature remains well above freezing (32°F or 0°C) to
avoid cracking or damaging the unit.

• Keep heat sources away from the air conditioner.

• Ensure the unit is far away from re, inammable, or explosive objects.

• Never allow children or persons with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabil­ities to operate or play around the air conditioner without direct adult supervision.

• Never allow children to perform cleaning or other user-maintenance operations
without direct adult supervision.

• Never attempt to repair or disassemble the air conditioner by yourself.

• Never insert objects into the air conditioner.

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OPERATING CONDITIONS

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• The air conditioner must be operated within the temperature range of 62°F to 95°F
(16°C to 35°C).

• A perimeter of 12′′(30cm) around the air conditioner should be free of all objects.

• Keep air inlet and air outlet clean and free of obstructing objects.

• During operation, close doors and windows to improve cooling eect.

• Please put the air conditioner at smooth and at ground for operation to avoid
noise and vibration.

• Do not tilt or turn over the air conditioner. If there’s problem, please disconnect
the power supply immediately and contact your local dealer or technical support.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR AIR CONDITIONER

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1. Cool air directional levers

2. Upper rail

3. Cool air outlet

4. Control Panel

5. Filter cover grasps

6. Warm air intake

7. Outside air intake

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USING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER

OVERVIEW OF CONTROLS

TEMPERATURE

5

4

3

2

1

OFF

7

MAX
COOL

LO
COOL

HI
COOL

MED
FAN

LO
FAN

MIN
COOL

HI
FAN

COOLING

senting the warmest setting and 7 representing the coldest. Aer the set temperature is
achieved, the air conditioner will automatically start and stop the compressor in order to
maintain the desired set temperature.

FUNCTIONS

Note: The controls featured in this manual may be slightly

dierent from yours.

Cooling Mode

The desired cool setting is selected by rotating the COOL-

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ING knob to the desired setting:

“LO COOL” provides minimum airow and cooling eect.
“MED COOL” provides and intermediate airow and cooling
eect.

“HI COOL” provides maximum airow and cooling ef-

fect.

Fan Mode

The desired fan setting is selected by rotating the COOLING
knob to the desired setting:

“LO FAN” provides minimum airow.
“MED FAN” provides an intermediate airow.

MED

“HI FAN” provides maximum airow.

COOL

Thermostat

The thermostat is set by adjusting the TEMPERATURE knob
to the desired relative room temperature. This only has an

eect when the unit is being operated in HI COOL or LO
COOL mode.

To set the desired relative room temperature, rotate the
TEMPERATURE knob to the desired setting, with 1 repre-

PRE-INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

REQUIRED TOOLS (NOT INCLUDED)

Phillips Screwdriver

Scissors Pencil Tape Measure

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Level

INCLUDED PARTS & ACCESSORIES*

1 2

3

7

9

8 11

4

3

5

6

10

1. Air conditioning unit

2. Flexible window ller panels

3. Upper Rail (may already be attached)

4. Upper Rail seal (may already be at-

tached to bottom of rail)

5. Foam sash seal (no adhesive)

6. Foam seal (with adhesive)

7. Upper Rail Screws (x4)

8. Screws (x6)

9. Frame lock

10. Window security bracket

11. User’s manual

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*Note: The parts included with your unit may vary.

STORM WINDOW MODIFICATIONS

If you have storm windows, the exterior window frame will be slightly higher than the
windowsill, which results in an air conditioning unit that is slanted inward and will not

properly drain. Perform these modications to ensure proper operation of your unit. If

you have a standard window, skip this step:

1. Cut a 2” thick piece of wood to the length of the interior window width.

2. Verify that the wood is level with or up to 0.5” (1cm) higher than the exterior

storm-window frame.

3. Fasten the wood with screws to the windowsill and proceed with mounting.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

 Use caution when unpacking and installing. Sharp edges can cause injury.

Appearance of unit in these diagrams is for illustrative purposes only and may not precisely

reect your unit’s design.

STEP 1: INSTALLING THE UPPER RAIL (IF
NOT ALREADY ATTACHED)

1. Your upper rail may have come with

the upper rail seal already aixed to

the bottom of the rail. If it was includ-

ed separately, peel the backing o
and aix it to the bottom of the rail en-

suring that the holes in the seal match
up with the screw holes in the rail. (Fig.
A)

2. Use the 4 screws (included) to attach
the upper rail to the pre-drilled holes on
the top of the cabinet as shown in Figure
B. Ensure that the higher part of the rail
is facing the front of the air conditioning
unit.

Note: Be sure to use all four screws when attaching

the top rail.

STEP 2: MOUNTING THE FLEXIBLE FILLER PANELS

1. Note the “Le” and “Right” markings on the panels.

2. Extend the exible part of the ller panel past the ller panel’s frame

3. Slide the T-section into the side guide rails on the le and right of the unit.

4. Gently insert the upper and lower ends of the panel frame into the upper and low­er rail channels on the air conditioning unit.

Upper Rail

Fig. A

Upper Rail seal

T-section

Upper Rail

1

2

Lower Rail

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STEP 3: FOAM SEAL ON WINDOW FRAME

• Aix the foam seal (with adhesive z) to the bottom of the window sash.

STEP 4: MOUNT THE UNIT IN THE WINDOW FRAME

1. With the help of another person, center the unit on
the windowsill. The lower rail should be completely

ush with the windowsill. Gently lower the window

until it holds the upper rail in place. The chassis is

congured to allow for a natural pitch towards the

outside of about 3-5°.

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2. Extend the window llers to the right and le edge
of the window.

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3. Fasten the upper rail and top corners of the window ller panels to the window
frame with screws. Use the frame locks to attach the bottom corners to the win­dowsill.

STEP 5: SECURING THE WINDOW

• To keep the window from being unintentionally opened and risk damaging the
unit or injuring passersby, use one type C screw to fasten the security bracket to
the window. If your window frame is plastic (PVC), fasten the bracket to the side
of the window frame (Detail 1)If your window is made of wood, fasten the bracket
into the closed upper window sash (Detail 2).

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STEP 6: INSULATING FOAM SASH SEAL

• Prevent warm or cold air from entering in between the partially opened window
and the closed upper window by placing the non-adhesive foam sash seal in be­tween the window sash and the glass pane.

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

SAFETY WARNING

To avoid electric shock, re, damage, or injury while performing maintenance on your unit:

• Always turn o and disconnect the air conditioner from electric power.

• Never submerge the unit in water or spray liquids directly on the unit.

• Never use solvents or other ammable or volatile liquids (examples: paint thinner,
acetone, gasoline, etc.) to clean the air conditioner.

PRE-COOLING SEASON UNIT CHECK

Before using your air conditioner in the warm summer months, always perform the fol-

lowing verications to ensure reliable, eicient operation:

• Check the air inlets and outlets for any foreign objects (example: leaves, sticks,
small toys, etc.)

• Check that the electrical cord and socket are not damaged, bent, or fraying.

• Check the lter and clean if necessary.

POST-COOLING SEASON UNIT CHECK

Aer using your air conditioner in the warm summer months, always perform the follow­ing verications:

• Disconnect the unit electrical power.

• Clean the lter and unit casing.

• Remove dust and other objects on the unit.

• Discard any accumulated water inside the unit (see section about drainage).

LONG-TERM STORAGE

Should you place your unit in long-term storage, perform all of the post-season checks
listed above and perform the following additional steps:

• Wrap the electrical cord loosely around the unit.

• Cover the unit with a sheet or cloth to prevent dust buildup inside during storage.

• WARNING: Never store the unit up-side down or on its side. This can permanently
damage the compressor.

DISPOSAL INFORMATION

• Most unit packaging materials are recyclable. Please dispose of them according to
local recycling guidelines.

• If you wish to discard the unit, contact your local authorities for specic appliance
disposal instructions. If the unit is functional and in good repair, but you wish to
dispose of it, consider donating it to a local charity.

CLEANING THE OUTER HOUSING AND INTAKE GRILLE

If dust has accumulated on the unit, use a so, dry dusting cloth to wipe it o. If grease or

other harder to remove substances is on the unit, use a wrung-out cloth dampened with

warm, soapy water. Use a so brush to clean o the grille.

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CLEANING THE FILTER

For energy eicient operation, your lter should be cleaned at least once a month. Units
in dusty environments may require more frequent lter cleaning.

• The lter removal handle is located on the right side of the unit (see diagram D).

• Remove it by sliding it out.

• Use a vacuum cleaner or rinse the lter in cold water. If the lter is particularly dirty

(such as grease buildup), wash and gently scrub the lter in a bath of warm (not
hot) soapy water. Let the lter completely dry in a shady place; exposing the lter

to direct sunlight can cause deformation.

• Aer the lter is clean and completely dry, re-insert the lter.

Note: To avoid deformation and re risk, never dry the lter with a heat source, such as a
hair dryer, replace, or heater.

TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM / POSSIBLE CAUSES
The air conditioner does not function at all

• Is the power cable properly inserted into a functioning, grounded outlet?

• Is there a power failure such as a blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker?

• Is the ambient temperature lower than 61°F (16°C)? A safety device prevents the
unit from cooling the room to even lower temperatures.

Insuicient Cooling

• Is the unit temperature set properly?

• Is the air lter dirty?

• Are doors or windows open?

• Is the room directly exposed to sunlight or are there other heat sources in the
room?

• Are there a large number of people in the room?

The air conditioner unit starts and stops frequently.

• Verify the rating of your electrical system and outlets. You may need a qualied

electrician to troubleshoot and upgrade your electrical circuits if your air condi­tioner unit exceeds the rated capacity.

Fog blows out during cooling

• In warm, high humidity environments this may naturally occur. Continued cool­ing will remove excess humidity from the room and the fog will disappear.

The unit emits a strange smell

• This may be caused by residue from cooking and cigarette smoke, etc. that re-

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main in the air conditioning unit. Eliminated the source of the smell and clean the

lter.

The unit makes loud or unusual noises and vibrations

• Ensure that the unit is installed according to the installation instructions above.

There is a “squealing” noise

• The cycling of the refrigerant inside the unit can temporarily cause this noise.

There is a “patting” noise

• This is oen caused by heat expansion in the plastic parts.

Condensation forms at the Cool Air Outlet

• High humidity environments may cause condensation at the air ow output.
Wipe the condensation o with a sponge or dry cloth.

IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING PHENOMENA OCCUR DESPITE THE ABOVE TROUBLESHOOT­ING TECHNIQUES, PLEASE TURN OFF THE UNIT AND DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD
IMMEDIATELY AND CONTACT TECHNICAL SUPPORT OR A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN:

• The fuse blows or circuit breaker trips frequently.

• The power cable is abnormally hot.

• The insulation of the power cable is ripped, shred or torn.

• The unit controls do not work.

• The unit produces abnormal noises.

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CUSTOMER SUPPORT

For additional assistance, please visit our website or contact technical support.

Web: www.impecca.com

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

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