Insignia NS-AC8PWH8 User Manual
USER GUIDE
8,000 BTU Portable Air
Conditioner
NS-AC8PWH8
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Important Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Setting up your portable air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Using your portable air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Cleaning and maintaining your air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Integrated circuit breaker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Preferred grounding method. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Temporary grounding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Main components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Placing your air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Installing your air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Inserting the batteries in the remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Using the air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Intelligent error indication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Understanding your air conditioner’s automatic protection .23
Cleaning the case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Cleaning the air filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Emptying the water collection tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Storing your air conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Restarting your air conditioner after storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your
NS-AC8PWH8 represents state of art design in portable air conditioning,
designed for reliable and trouble-free performance.
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Important Safety Instructions
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage
constituting a risk of electric shock is present
within your portable air conditioner.
This symbol indicates that there are important
operating and maintenance instructions in the
literature accompanying your portable air
conditioner.
WARNING
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this machine near water.
6 Clean only with damp cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers,
stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type
plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A
grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The
wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the
provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly
at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the machine.
11 Do not attempt to modify or extend the power cord of this machine.
12 Unplug this machine during lightning storms or when it will not be
used for long periods of time.
13 Make sure that the available AC power matches the voltage
requirements of this machine.
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14 Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This could result in an electric
shock.
15 Unplug the power cord by holding the plug, never by pulling the cord.
16 Do not turn the machine on or off by plugging or unplugging the
power cord.
17 Turn off the machine before unplugging it.
18 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required
when the machine has been damaged in any way, such as
power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the machine, the machine has been exposed
to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
19 To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this machine
to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing, and no objects filled with
liquids should be placed on top of it.
20 Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as sunshine,
fire, or the like.
Caution
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace
only with the same or equivalent type.
Additional precautions
• This machine is intended for household use. Do not use for any other
purpose.
• Use this machine indoors in a dry location only. Do not use it outdoors.
• Do not place heavy objects on the machine, as this could damage the
machine.
• Wipe the machine with a soft cloth to clean it. Do not use wax, thinner, or
irritating detergents.
• Do not allow children or pets to drink the water discharged by the
machine.
• Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the machine yourself.
• Do not plug this machine into an outlet with several other high electrical
usage appliances.
• Keep the machine away from heat sources and avoid direct sunlight.
• If the machine is making a loud noise or producing an odor or smoke,
switch off it, disconnect the plug, and immediately try to determine the
cause.
• Do not place heavy objects on the power cord to avoid it being crushed
and causing an electric shock.
• Do not put your fingers or hard objects into the outlet air guide bars.
• Turn the machine off and unplug it if there is water inside the machine,
then contact qualified service personnel for servicing.
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• Turn the machine off and unplug it before cleaning, moving, or servicing
it.
• To avoid injury, do not allow children or other individuals with special
needs to touch or operate the machine. The machine should only be used
with adult supervision.
• Place the air conditioner on a flat surface and upright to ensure the
normal operation of the compressor.
• Do not use the machine near gasoline or other flammable liquids.
• Do not use aerosol sprays or other solvents near the machine. This may
cause plastic deformation or possibly damage the electrical components
of the machine.
WARNING
Electric Shock Hazard
Failure to follow these instructions can result in electric shock, fire, or
death.
• This unit must be properly grounded.
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the grounding plug.
• If you do not have a properly grounded AC outlet, or if there is any
doubt that the outlet is not properly grounded, a qualified electrician
should check the outlet and circuit and, if necessary, install a properly
grounded outlet.
• This air conditioner must be plugged into a grounded 115V, 60 Hz AC
outlet, protected by a 15 amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
• This air conditioner must be installed in accordance with national
wiring codes.
• Do not alter or modify the plug or cord of this air conditioner. If the
power cord becomes worn or damaged, the cord should only be replaced
by a qualified service technician using genuine replacement parts.
• Do not use an extension cord.
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Electrical Safety
TEST button
RESET button
Make sure that a proper
ground exists before use.
Integrated circuit breaker
For additional safety, the power cord on this air conditioner features an
integrated circuit breaker. You can test and reset the circuit breaker using
the buttons provided on the plug case.
The circuit breaker should be tested periodically by pressing the TEST
button then the RESET button. If the TEST button does not cause the
circuit breaker to trip, or if the RESET button will not stay engaged,
unplug the air conditioner immediately and contact an Insignia
technician.
NS-AC8PWH8
Preferred grounding method
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Temporary grounding
Make sure that a proper
ground exists before use.
Due to potential safety hazards, we strongly discourage the use of an
adapter plug. If an adapter plug must be used for a temporary
connection, use only a UL-listed adapter with a minimum capacity of
120V~60Hz, 13A, and 1560W. Make sure that the large slot of the adapter
is aligned with the large slot in the outlet.
To prevent damage to the adapter’s ground terminal, hold the adapter in
place while plugging or unplugging the air conditioner.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw
does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal and not
insulated and the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring.
Frequent connection and disconnection can damage the ground terminal
on the adapter. Never use a broken or damaged adapter.
8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
Features
• 8,000 BTU
• 2-in-1 design (air conditioner & fan)
• Digital controls with LED display
• Multiple fan speeds
• Programmable timer and remote control
• Anti-freezing protection
•Auto On/Of
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Package contents
A
B
C
• 8,000 BTU portable air conditioner
• Exhaust hose with adapter
• Window seal plate assembly (window seal plates [2], security bracket, and
four screws [two type A, one type B, and one type C])
• Remote control (with two AAA batteries)
•Quick Setup Guide
WARNING: ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Failure to follow these instructions can result in electric
required when the machine has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
• This unit must be properly grounded.
been spilled or objects have fallen into the machine, the
• Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
machine has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
grounding plug.
operate normally, or has been dropped.
• If you do not have a properly grounded AC outlet, or if
there is any doubt that the outlet is not properly
this machine to rain, moisture, dripping, or splashing, and
and circuit and, if necessary, install a properly grounded
20 Batteries should not be exposed to excessive heat such as
QUICK SETUP GUIDE
8,000 BTU Portable
Air Conditioner
NS-AC8PWH8
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• 8,000 BTU portable air conditioner
• Remote control with batteries (2)
• Exhaust nozzle
• Exhaust hose
• Hose adapter
• Window seal plate assembly
• Quick Setup Guide
FIND YOUR USER GUIDE ONLINE!
Go to www.insigniaproducts.com, enter your model in the search box,
then press ENTER. Next to Features, click Support & Downloads, then
next to User Guide, click the language you want.
SAFETY INFORMATION
1 Read these instructions.
2 Keep these instructions.
3 Heed all warnings.
4 Follow all instructions.
5 Do not use this machine near water.
6 Clean only with a damp cloth.
7 Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8 Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
that produce heat.
9 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10 Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the
point where they exit from the machine.
11 Do not attempt to modify or extend the power cord of this
machine.
12 Unplug this machine during lightning storms or when it
will not be used for long periods of time.
13 Make sure that the available AC power matches the
voltage requirements of this machine.
14 Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This could result
in an electric shock.
15 Unplug the power cord by holding the plug, never by
pulling the cord.
unplugging the power cord.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if batteries are incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
Additional precautions
• This machine is intended for household use. Do not use for
any other purpose.
• Use this machine indoors in a dry location only. Do not use
it outdoors.
• Do not place heavy objects on the machine, as this could
damage it.
• Wipe the machine with a soft cloth to clean it. Do not use
wax, thinner, or irritating detergents.
• Do not allow children or pets to drink the water discharged
by the machine.
• Do not disassemble or attempt to repair the machine
yourself.
• Do not plug this machine into an outlet with several other
high electrical usage appliances.
• Keep the machine away from heat sources and avoid direct
sunlight.
• If the machine is making a loud noise or producing an odor
immediately try to determine the cause.
• Do not place heavy objects on the power cord to avoid it
being crushed and causing an electric shock.
guide bars.
moving, or servicing it.
• To avoid injury, do not allow children or other individuals
with special needs to touch or operate the machine. The
machine should only be used with adult supervision.
ensure the normal operation of the compressor.
liquids.
• Do not use aerosol sprays or other solvents near the
machine. This may cause plastic deformation or possibly
damage the electrical components of the machine.
• The air conditioner unit must always be stored and
transported upright, otherwise you may cause
irreparable damage to the compressor. In case of
doubt, we suggest that you wait for at least 24 hours
before you start the air-conditioning unit.
• Avoid restarting the air conditioning unit unless three
compressor may get damaged.
outlet.
• This air conditioner must be plugged into a grounded
115V, 60 Hz AC outlet, protected by a 15 amp time-delay
fuse or circuit breaker.
• This air conditioner must be installed in accordance with
national wiring codes.
• Do not alter or modify the plug or cord of this air
conditioner. If the power cord becomes worn or damaged,
technician using genuine replacement parts.
• Do not use an extension cord.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Integrated circuit breaker
For additional safety, the power cord on this air conditioner
features an integrated circuit breaker. You can test and reset the
circuit breaker using the buttons provided on the plug case.
instructions are not completely understood, or if doubt exists as
to whether the air conditioner is properly grounded.
RESET button
TEST button
The circuit breaker should be tested periodically by pressing the
TEST button, then pressing the RESET button. If the TEST
button does not cause the circuit breaker to trip, or if the RESET
button does not stay engaged, unplug the air conditioner
immediately and contact an Insignia technician.
Preferred grounding method
Make sure that a proper
ground exists before use.
NS-AC8PWH8
Temporary grounding
To prevent damage to the adapter’s ground terminal, hold
the adapter in place while plugging or unplugging the air
Due to potential safety hazards, we strongly discourage
conditioner.
the use of an adapter plug. If an adapter plug must be used
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle
for a temporary connection, use only a UL-listed adapter with a
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover
minimum capacity of 120V~60Hz, 13A, and 1560W. Make sure
screw is metal and not insulated and the wall receptacle is
that the large slot of the adapter is aligned with the large slot
grounded through the house wiring.
in the outlet.
Frequent connection and disconnection can damage the
ground terminal on the adapter. Never use a broken or
damaged adapter.
Make sure that a proper
ground exists before use.
FEATURES
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• Multiple fan speeds with auto control
Control panel
and display
Adjustable
louvered air
discharge
Swiveling
casters
Control panel
TIMER button
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Handles (top)
Air outlet
Filter and
Drain plug
Remote control
LED display and
receiver
temperature/time display
MODE button
SPEED button
Power button
/ TEMP/TIMER buttons
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Main components
Front
# Item Description
1 Air inlet Allows air to enter the air conditioner. Do not block.
2 Control panel and display Displays air conditioner settings. Press the buttons to change settings.
3 Adjustable louvered air
discharge
4 Swiveling casters Allow you to move the air conditioner easily on most surfaces.
Opens automatically when the air conditioner is turned on. Can also be set to oscillate.
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