Polo Cool KN14C, KN10C, KN12C User Manual

PORTABLE REFRIGERATED AIR CONDITIONER

POLOCOOL

USER MANUAL

For

KN 10C – 10,000 BTU (2.9kW) KN 12C – 12,000 BTU (3.5kW) KN 14C – 14,000 BTU (4.1kW)

Thank you for selecting our quality air conditioner. Please be sure to read this user manual carefully before using. POLOCOOL portable refrigerated air conditioners are imported and distributed throughout Australasia by POLO Appliances. Any enquiries should be directed to Polo on 1 800 087 840 in the first instance.

17 Brett Drive, Carrum Downs, VIC 3201 www.polocool.com.au www.mypolo.com.au

Appliances

ABN 80 749 103 558

Important Issues Regarding the Proper

Use of this Air Conditioner

Please contact Polo on 1 800 087 840

for advice before returning unit

Use this air conditioner only as described in this instruction manual.

• This appliance is fitted with a special safety device. When the compressor switches off or when the appliance is first turned on, this device prevents the compressor from switching on again for at least three minutes.

• This air conditioner has been designed and manufactured to operate in a domestic situation only and should not be used for other purposes.

• The 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 they don’t play with the appliance.

• Never use the air conditioner in damp rooms (eg bathrooms and laundries).

• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a new cord installed by a suitably qualified person or POLO serviceman.

• This air conditioner is designed to be connected to a standard 10 amp power supply outlet.

• Do not pull on or place strain on the power cord when using the appliance.

• Do not operate or stop the appliance by inserting or pulling out the power plug. Use the on/off switch on the air conditioner control panel or the remote control.

• Do not connect to multiple power outlets on extension leads.

• Do not rest hot or heavy objects on the appliance.

• Always unplug the unit from the power outlet before cleaning or maintenance operations, for example filter cleaning.

• Do not place the air conditioner or plastic window slider in direct sunlight.

• For maximum cooling efficiency keep the exhaust hose as short and as free of bends as possible.

• Clean the filters at least once every two weeks.

• Do not splash the unit with water.

• Do not move the unit by pulling the exhaust hose attached to the back of the unit.

• Do not move air conditioner when it is operating.

• Do not use the unit with the air intake and outlet grills closed, covered or obstructed.

• Before transporting drain the water tray in accordance with the instructions on page 15. After transportation, wait at least one hour before switching the unit on.

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The unit should be transported in a vertical position. If this is not possible, secure the unit at an angle, do not lay it horizontally. After transporting, wait at least one hour before switching the unit on.

• Do not operate the air conditioner outdoors or in areas open to the outdoors.

• If the air conditioner is correctly set and runs without cool air coming out of the top air outlet after 10 minutes of correct operation, switch off the unit and contact POLO immediately.

• When cool air is coming out of the front air outlet, hot air should always be expelled from the bottom rear outlet. If it is not, switch off and contact POLO immediately.

THIS PRODUCT IS FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

CONTENTS

Introduction .............................................................................. 3

Installation ............................................................................... 5

Control panel ........................................................................... 8

Operation ................................................................................. 9

Description of remote control ................................................... 10

Water drainage methods ......................................................... 14

Maintenance and service ......................................................... 15

Trouble shooting ...................................................................... 16

Specifications .......................................................................... 17

INTRODUCTION

This portable air conditioner can alter the room temperature and humidity. It has multiple functions of cooling dehumidifying (drying) and fan ventilation, and can be moved from room to room and transported from building to building easily.

The air conditioner can maintain set room indoor air temperatures between 18°C and 32°C. The set room temperature is displayed on the remote control and in the control panel on the unit. This does not mean that the air

conditioner will necessarily reduce the actual room temperature to the set room temperature.

The Polocool KN 10 C portable refrigerated air conditioner has a maximum cooling capacity of 10,000 BTU or

2.9kW. It is suitable to cool rooms up to 19 square metres of floor area in ideal conditions. The Polocool KN 12C has a maximum cooling capacity of 12,000 BTU or 3.5kW. It is suitable to cool rooms up to 23 square metres of floor area in ideal conditions. The Polocool KN 14C has a maximum cooling capacity of 14,000 BTU or 4.1kW. It is suitable to cool rooms up to 27 square metres of floor area in ideal conditions.

This air conditioner incorporates the latest mist motor technology which means the water tray will never need emptying, even in extremely humid conditions.

In dehumidifying mode the mist motor does not operate and the drain hose can be connected to drain excess water and ensure the water tray only needs occasional emptying.

GUIDELINES FOR OPTIMISING COOLING EFFECTIVENESS

• Do not place the air conditioner or plastic window slider in direct sunlight. Close all curtains in the room being cooled.

• For maximum cooling press the POWERFUL button on the remote control (see page 10) – the appliance operates in cool mode at maximum fan speed. While this function is selected it is not possible to set the temperature or change fan speed.

• After approximately three minutes of operation the compressor will turn on and cooled air will come out of the front air outlet. Hot air will also come out of the exhaust hose

• In COOLING MODE the air conditioner will not cool unless the set temperature is below the existing room temperature

• In COOLING MODE once the existing room temperature reaches the set temperature , the fan continues operating and the compressor switches on and off to maintain the set temperature within the room.

• For maximum cooling output keep the exhaust hose as straight as possible. Minimise bends which can reduce the maximum cooling capacity of the air conditioner.

• Make sure the air intake and outlet grills are unobstructed.

• Clean the filters at least once every two weeks

DESCRIPTION OF EACH PART AND FUNCTION

1 Air outlet grill – cooled air comes out of this outlet

2 Control panel – controls the functions of the air conditioner

3 Castors – enables the air conditioner to be easily moved

4 Air intake grills

5 Remote control receiver – receives commands for the

cordless remote control

6 Handles

7 Evaporator Filter

8 Air exhaust hose housing

9 Condensate drain – remove cap to drain water from the

water tray/tank

10 Power cable (cord and plug)

11 Air exhaust hose (approx 1.5m long fully extended)

12 Hose outlet (connects in window slider)

13 Hose inlet (connects to air exhaust hose housing)

14 Castor locks (put under castors which stops unit rolling)

15 Suckers (not applicable in Australia)

16 Window slider (fits in window and hose outlet is attached)

17 Drain pan (fits under unit and is used to catch water from the

water tank/tray)

18 Drain hose (connects to condensate drain when in

dehumidifying mode)

19 Remote control (also displays set room temperature)

INSTALLATION

SELECTION OF INSTALLATION LOCATION

Place the portable air conditioner in a flat location where the air inlets and outlets cannot be covered up. Place the unit no less than 50cm away from a wall or other obstacle. In addition, a minimum 50cm clearance is required from all faces of the air conditioner including the rear face.

50cm

ASSEMBLY OF EXHAUST HOSE, HOSE INLET, HOSE OUTLET AND WINDOW SLIDER

• Fully extend each end of the exhaust hose by about 10cm and attach the hose inlet and hose outlet to opposite ends by rotating the inlet/outlet in a counter clockwise direction approximately 3 to 4 turns, making sure that the hose wire is well threaded into the hose inlet and outlet. The hose inlet and outlet cannot be installed unless the hose ends have been fully extended.

• Clip the hose outlet into the window slider. Take care to not break the tabs on the hose outlet when disconnecting from the window slider.

window slider

hose outlet

hose hose

inlet

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