Kenmore 40783106310, 40783086310 Owner’s Manual

Use & Care Guide

Manual de Uso y Cuidado

English/Espafiol

I<enmore

Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.kenmore.com

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BeforeUsingYourNewAirConditioner.......2

Important Safeguards .....................................3-5

Kenmore Air Conditioner Warranty .............6

Master Protection Agreement ........................7

Unpacking Instructions....................................8

Air Conditioner Parts.......................................8

Accessories .................................................... 9

Installation ................................................... 9,10

Safety Plug............................................. 11

Control Panel........................................... ti

Remote Control ............................................12,13

Operating Instructions................................14,15

Cleaning & Maintenance ............................16,17

Technical Specifications ..............................18

Troubleshooting ..........................................t9,20

Error Codes...................................................21

SearsService.....................................Back Cover

READTHIS USE & CAREGUIDE CAREFULLYAND THOROUGHLY BEFOREINSTALLING AND OPERAT- ING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER.

RETAINTHIS USE& CARE GUIDE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed.

Use this appliance only as described in this Use & Care Guide. As with any electrical appliance, the instructions aim to cover as many eventuali-

ties as possible. Caution and common sense should be used when operat- ing and installing this air conditioner. This appliance has been manufactured to cool and dehumidify domestic

environments and should not be used for other purposes. The appliance should not be installed where the atmosphere may contain

combustible gases, oil or sulfur, or near heat sources. Always install the portable air conditioner properly. Incorrect assembly or installation may cause failure to operate including injury, fire and

electric shock hazards. Do not place the power cord near a heater. It may cause fire or electric

shock. Do not use the power cord near flammable gas or combustibles such as

gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc. it may cause explosion or fire. Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power

plug. It may cause fire or electric shock. Do not damage or use an unspecified power cord. It may cause fire or

electric shock. Do not modify the length of the power cord. It will cause fire or electric

shock due to heat generation. Use the air conditioner on a single outlet circuit. Do not share the outlet

with other appliances. It may cause circuit failure. Changing the outlet without making the appropriate wiring changes will

create an unsafe condition that could result in fire or electric shock. Refer all such work to a licensed and qualified electrician.

WARNING: This appliance must be properly grounded. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong LCDI (Leakage Current

Detection and Interruption) plug. To minimize the risk of electric shock,

use the plug with a standard three-slot grounding wall power outlet. If power outlet does not include a grounding slot, have a qualified electri-

cian replace the outlet before you use your room air conditioner. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the power plug. if you have

doubt whether the air conditioner is properly grounded, have the wall

receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician. Do not disassemble or modify this appliance. Doing so may cause failure

and electric shock.

• DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS. Do not use an extension cord due to potential safety hazards. For temporary situations, use only CSA and UL

certified 3-prong grounded extension cords designed and approved spe- cifically for air conditioners.

• To prevent injury from handling sharp objects, do not touch the metal

parts of the unit when removing the filter.

• Do not block the air inlet or air outlet. It may cause failure of the appli-

ance.

• Always store and transport the air conditioner upright to maintain the

compressor in a proper condition. Prior to installation, allow air condi- tioner to stand upright for 12 hours. This ensures all lubricating oil has

settled to the bottom of the compressor, avoiding damage to internal

parts,

• Only operate the unit on an even horizontal surface to ensure no water

leaks.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience

and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.

• Do not insert the power plug into a wall outlet if either is loose or dam- aged. It may cause fire and electric shock.

• Unplug the unit if strange sounds, odors or smoke come from it.

• Hold the plug by the head when unplugging the unit. Do not pull on the cord.

• Unplug the air conditioner if it will not be used for a long period to pre- vent accidental startup and the possibility of injury.

• Do not place heavy objects on the power cord, and take care so that the cord will not be damaged.

° Clean the air filters regularly. A contaminated air filter reduces capacity. ° Use a soft cloth to clean. Do not use wax, thinners or a strong detergent.

The appearance of the air conditioner may deteriorate, change color or develop surface flaws.

• Do not use water to clean inside the air conditioner. Exposure to water can destroy the insulation, leading to possible electric shock.

° if water enters the product, unplug the power cord from the wall. Leave

unplugged until dry.

° Being exposed to direct airflow for an extended period of time could be

hazardous to your health.

Do not usethisair conditioner for refrigeration purposes(e.g.preserving precisiondevices,food, pets, plantsand art objects).

Dueto the possibilityof oxygen deficiency within the room, ventilatethe room whenusedtogether with stovesor other heatingdevices.

Theair conditionerisa consumercomfort appliance, not a precision cli-

mate control system.

Always insert the filter securely. Never operate without a filter.

Do not drink water drained from air conditioner. It contains contaminants that may make you sick.

This air conditioner has an ambient operating range of 61°F - 95°F (16°C- 35°C).

Kenmore One Year Limited Warranty

When installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instruc-

tions, if this appliance fails due to a defect in material and workmanship within one year from the date of purchase, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® to ar-

range for free repair. If this appliance is ever used for other than private family purposes, this war-

ranty applies for only 90 days from the date of purchase.

This warranty covers ONLY defects in material and workmanship, and will

NOT pay for.

1. Expendable items that can wear out from normal use, including but not limited to filters, belts, light bulbs, and bags.

2. A service technician to instruct the user in correct product installation, operation or maintenance.

3. A service technician to clean or maintain this product.

,4. Damage to or failure of this product if it is not installed, operated or

maintained according to the all instructions supplied with the product.

5. Damage to or failure of this product resulting from accident, abuse, mis- use or use for other than its intended purpose.

6. Damage to or failure of this product caused by the use of detergents, cleaners, chemicals or utensils other than those recommended in all in-

structions supplied with the product.

7. Damage to or failure of parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to this product.

Disclaimer of implied warranties; limitation of remedies Customer's sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall

be product repair as provided herein. Implied warranties, including war- ranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited

to one year or the shortest period allowed by law. Sears shall not be lia- ble for incidental or consequential damages. Some states and provinces

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitation on the duration of implied warranties of mer-

chantability or fitness, so these exclusions or limitations may not apply to

yOU,

This warranty applies only while this appliance is used in the United States. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other

rights which vary from state to state.

Sears Brands Management Corporation, HofFman Estates, IL 60179

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore ® product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and

aggravation.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new

product. Here's what the Agreement _ includes: [] Parts and labor not just for repairing defects, but to help keep products operat-

ing properly under normal use. Our coverage goes well beyond the product

warranty. No deductibles, no functional failure excluded from coverage-real

protection.

[] Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized Sears service techni-

cians, which means someone you can trust will be working on your product.

[] Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as you want us, whenev-

er you want us.

[] "No-lemon" guarantee-replacement of your covered product if four or more

product failures occur within twelve months.

[] Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed. [] Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request-no extra charge.

[] Fast help by phone-we call it Rapid Resolution-phone support from a Sears rep-

resentative on all products. Think of us as a "talking owner's manual".

[] Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations.

[] $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of

mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer.

[] Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes longer than prom-

ised.

[] 10% discount off: the regular price of any non-covered repair service and relat-

ed installed parts.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service. You may call anytime, day or night, or schedule a service

appointment online.

The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you cancel for any

reason during the product warranty, we will provide a full refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty period expires. Purchase your Master

Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the

U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.

Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances garage door openers water heaters, and other home items, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

1. Tomovetheunit,griptheunitby therecessedcarry handleonthebackofthe unitandrightbelowthecontrolpanelonthefrontwiththeoppositehand.Care- fully lift unituntil it slides free from foam base.

2. Do not touch louvers when moving the unit.

3. Place unit in the correct upright position. (We recommend retaining the pack- aging for off-season or long term storage).

Carry

Hand

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Remove the air conditioner from the packing carton. It is recommended to keep the

carton and packing material for storage or transportation of the unit.

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Front of the Unit [Fig. 1)

1. Control Panel

2. Upper Air Inlet

3. Adjustable Air Outlet Louvers

4. Lower Air Inlet

5. Casters

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Back of the Unit (Fig. 2)

6. Remote Holder!Carry Handle

7. Air Filter Compartment

8. Upper Air Inlets

9, Exhaust Hose Holder

10. Lower Air Inlets

11. Drain Outlet

On initial unit setup, check that all the accessories listed below are included:

Exhaust Hose Window Hose

Adapter Adapter

" -.2-.;

Window Kit Adapter

Remote Control

10mm(.4") Internal Diameterx 300ram

(tl.8") Drainage Hose

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5' ExhaustHose

2 AAA Batteries

Clamp Drain HoseClip Drain Plug Screw

3-Piece Window Kit

IMPORTANT: The window kit and exhaust hose must be installed for proper opera- tion (Fig. 3)

To avoid damage, place the unit in an upright position for at least 12 hours be- fore initial operation. This ensures all lubricating oil has settled to the bottom of the compressor, avoiding damage to internal parts.

Fully extend both ends of the exhaust hose approximately 6 inches, then screw on both Hose Adapters onto each

end of the exhaust hose in a clockwise direction until firmly

secured.

With the top facing up, slide Ex-

haust Hose Adapter into Exhaust Hose Holder until it is fully seated to attach hose to air conditioner.

Attach Window Kit Adapter to Window Exhaust Adapter by

aligning the tabs then slightly turn clockwise to secure.

Plug the unit into a 120V_60Hz

grounded electrical outlet. DO

NOT USE A REGULAR EXTEN-

SION CORD.

LOCATION OF THE PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER (Fig. 4)

12" (30 cm)

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1. Select a location near a window and electrical outlet.

2. Position the unit in a fiat, spacious location with a minimum of one foot (30 cm) between the air outlets and any walls or furniture.

3. Do not operate the unit in extremely moist areas such as a sauna.

WINDOW KIT INSTALLATION The Window Kit (included) contains three sliding pieces, and can be adjust to fit

most standard vertical and horizontal windows (see Fig. 5 & Fig. 6).

Horizontal Window

12" (30 cm)

Vertical

Window

For very wide windows, use all three pieces. The maximum width is58". For narrow windows, you may have to cut down the end of the piece with the hose attachment

hole. The minimum width is 10". Cut the window kit using a strong pair of scissors or heavy duty cutting pliers.

Do not cut into the exhaust hole.

EXHAUST HOSE CONNECTION The exhaust hose must be attached for cooling and dehu-

midification. When installing the exhaust hose, try and keep it as fiat as possible. The less angles and bends in the hose, the better the unit will perform. If bending or an angle is necessary, use single 90 ° angles (Fig. 7). Multiple bends will decrease performance and efficiency. Make sure there are no low spots to prevent moisture collection.

Attach window kit adapter to window kit by placing adapter into exhaust hole. Push forward until it is secured.

22" Maximum

This product is equipped with an LCDI (Leakage Current Detection and Interruption) safety

plug. If power shuts off, unplug from the electrical outlet and make sure the cord is undam- aged. If the cord is damaged, call 1-800-469-4663 to arrange for repair.

TO TEST THE SAFETY PLUG

1. Connect the power plug to an electrical outlet.

2. The power plug has two buttons located on the top. One button is marked "TEST" and the other is marked "RESET' Press the "TEST" button; you will hear a click as the "RESET"

burton 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 (it

is indicated by a light on the plug head).

• Under no circumstances should the LCD! Safety Plug 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.

(4) LED DISPLAY

(8) TANK FULL (5) COOL (6) DRY (7) FAN

Fig. 8

(2) MODE (3) TEMP SELECT (I) ON/OFF

1. ON/OFF - Pressthis button to turn the air conditioner on or off.

2. MODE - Pressthis button to select between Cooling, Dehumidifying or air circulating modes.The corresponding indicator will light up when each mode is selected: (5) Cool,

(6) Dry, and (7) Fan.

3. TEMP SELECT- Pressthe up arrow button while in cooling mode to increase the desired

set temperature by I°F up to a maximum setting of 86°F. Pressthe down arrow button while in cooling mode to decrease the desired set temperature by I°F down to a low of

61°F.

TANK FULL- During extreme heat and humidity, the backup water tank may f111up.

When the tank full indicator is lit, the backup water tank in the unit is full. The unit will stop operating. Drain the backup tank. The unit will not cool untilthe water tank is

drained.

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REMOTE CONTROL BUTTONS(Fig. 9)

1. Press the ON!OFF button once to manu- ally turn the unit on. Press the button once

more to turn the unit off.

2. Press the MODE button repeatedly to cycle between the operating modes:

cool, dry, fan or auto mode.

NOTE: Remote control must be in cool, dry, fan or auto mode to control unit.

While in Fan Mode, press MODE button

twice to advance to Auto mode.

3. While in cool mode, press the - or + but-

tons to select your desired set tempera- ture. The set temperature on the remote

control and unit will increase or decrease accordingly. Hold the - and + buttons for

2 seconds to rapidly increaseor decrease

the settemperature. Temperature range is

61°F--86°F.

NOTE: When in dry, auto or fan mode,

the set temperature does not appear on the unit display and pressing the - or +

buttons on the remote wilt not adjust its

set temperature.

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While in cool mode, press the FAN button repeatedly to adjust fan speed from Auto, Low, Medium or High. While in Fan or Auto (when it selects Fan) mode, press the

FAN button repeatedly to adjust fan speed from Auto, Low, Medium or High.

While in cool mode, press the SLEEP but- ton to engage this feature. It reduces compressor usage and enhances energy

savings by slightly increasing the set tem- perature while you are sleeping.

When the sleep feature is enabled, the set temperature will automatically increase

2°F after I hour. After anotherhour, the set temperature will increaseanother 2°F for a total increase of 4°F.

Pressthe SLEEPbutton once more or the Mode button to disable thisfeature. Sleep

isonly available while in cooling mode.

REMOTECONTROL BUl-irONS Cont. (Rg. 9)

6. Auto-on Timer: When the air conditioner is off, it can be set to automatically turn

on in 30 minutes to 24 hours at the previ- ous setting. To set the Auto-on Timer; while the unit is off, point the remote

control toward the air conditioner and press the TIMER button. Then press the +

or - buttons to adjust the timer setting in

30 minute increments (.5 hours). Once

desired setting is reached, press TIMER

button again. An audio alert will sound, and the T-ON indicator will stop flashing to indicate the setting has been saved

and the timer has been activated. To cancel the auto-on timer, press the TIMER

button again.

Auto-off Timer: When the air conditioner is on, it can be set to automatically turn

off in 30 minutes to 24 hours. To set the Auto-off Timer; while the unit is on, point

the remote toward the air conditioner and press the TIMER button. Then press the +

or - buttons to adjust the timer setting in 30 minute increments (.5 hours). Once

desired setting is reached, press TIMER

button again. An audio alert will sound,

and the T-OFF indicator will stop flashing to indicate the setting has been saved and the timer has been activated. To

cancel the auto-off timer, press the TIMER

button again.

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REMOTECONTROL DISPLAY(Rg. 10)

7. Auto - Choosesone of the modes below based on the temperature the air condi-

tioner senses in the room

8. Cool - Cooling Mode

9. Dry - Dehumidifying Mode

10. Fan - Air circulation mode

11. Speed - Indicates the selected fan speed

12. Lock - Indicates when the remote control buttons are locked

13. Sleep - Energysaving feature that in- creases the temperature slightly while in Cool Mode

14. T-On - Indicates Auto-On Timer is Set

15. T-Off - Indicates Auto-Off Timer is Set

REMOTE CONTROL LOCK

Pressthe + and - buttonssimultaneously to lock the buttons on the remote control.

When locked, the remote control may not

be used to operate the unit. Pressthe + and

- buttons simultaneously once more to unlock the remote control.

CHANGE TEMP READING °C & °F When the unitis powered off, pressthe

MODE and - buttonssimultaneouslyto change the temperature reading from °F to

°C. Pressthe MODE and - buttons simultane- ously once more to change the temperature

reading from °C to °F.

INSERTING BATTERIES- The included re-

mote control usestwo AAA batteries.

1) Remove the back cover of the re- mote control

2) Insert two AAA 1.5V batteries, mak- ing sure they are in the correct posi-

tion.

3) Replace the cover.

DO NOT mix old and new batteries. DO NOT mix together Alkaline, Standard

(Carbon-Zinc), or Rechargeable (Nickel-

Cadmium) batteries. Dispose of batteries properly. DO NOT leave batteries in the

remote if it will not be used for longer than

2 months.

IMPORTANT: After switching the unit on, the ventilator fan operates, but the compressor will

not start for approximately three minutes. Cool air wilt begin to blow once the compressor starts, but it may take another 5 minutes to feel the effect in the room. Thisfeature helps pro-

long the life of the compressor. Further information is available in the "Troubleshooting" sec-

tion. When adjusting the direction of the air flow, only place fingers on the left side of Air Outlet Louvers where tab appears.

COOL MODE

• Place the unitin the room that requires cooling.

We recommend starting your unit early in the morning on warm days for maximum

effect. This unit has a self-evaporation system to eliminate water that condenses in the unit during cooling. The exhaust hose must be connected and properly installed to cool

the room properly. See the INSTALLATION instructions on page 9-10 of this USE AND CARE GUIDE.

• Use the MODE button on the unit control panel or remote and set to COOL. Adjust the set temperature using the up and down buttons on the unit or - and + buttons on the

remote. The cooling temperature can be set from 61°F to 86°E.

• Using the remote control, press FAN button to adjust fan speed from Auto, Low, Med or

High.

DRY MODE

• Place the unitin the room that requires dehumidlfication.

• The exhaust hose must be connected and properly installed to dehumidify the room properly. See the INSTALLATION instructions on page 9-10 of this USEAND CARE

GUIDE.

• Use the MODE button on the unit control panel or remote and set to DRY.

• The fan speed is set to low and cannot be ad,iusted in DRY Mode.

• The compressor will run continuously when the unit operates in DRY mode.

• There isa built-in defrostcontrol that sensesfrost buildup on the evaporator coils. During

defrosting, the compressor will automatically turn off. The fan will continue running to

defrostthe coils. Once the frost has been removed, the compressor will re-start.

NOTE: The settemperature will notappear on the unitdisplay. The set temperature and fan speed cannot be adjusted while operating in this mode.

FAN MODE

• Place the unit in the room that requires fanning or air circulation.

• Usethe MODE button on the unit control panel or remote and setto FAN. Using the remote control, press FAN button to adjust fan speed from Auto, Low, Med or High.

• The fan auto setting will change the fan speed to either High or Medium, depending on the last setting of the cooling mode set temperature.

NOTE: The set temperature will not appear on the unit display and cannot be adjusted while

operating in this mode.

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