RCA RACE1202-B Owner's Manual

KC-E5

Please read this owner’s manual carefully and thoroughly before
installing and operating your room air conditioner.
Please retain this owner’s manual for future reference after reading it
thoroughly.

OWNER'S MANUAL

(WINDOW TYPE)

AIR CONDITIONER

MODEL:RACE1202%

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CONTENTS

Contents…………………………………………………………………………………………..1

Important Safety Instructions…………………………………………………………..2

Product Registration………………………………………………………………………..4

Packaging………………………………………………………………………………………..4

Normal Sounds……………………………………………………………………..…………….4

Air Conditioner Features……………………………………………………….…………5

Operating Instructions………………………………………………………………………..6

Care and Cleaning……………………………………………………………………………11

Energy Saving Ideas………………………………………………………………………..12

Trouble Shooting…………………………………………………………………………..13

Installation Instructions……………………………………………………………………14

French Manual…………………………………………………………………………………

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Important Safety Instructions

NOTE:

This USE & CARE MANUAL provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the
room air conditioner only as instructed in this USE & CARE MANUAL. These instructions are
not meant to cover every possible condi tion and situtation that may occur. Common sense an d
caution must be practice d when installing, operating, and ma intaing any appliance.

NOTE:

The power supply cord with this air conditioner contains a current detection device designed to reduce the risk
of fire.

Please refer to the section Operation of Current Device for details.In the event that the power supplycord is

damaged, it cannot be repaired. It must be replaced with a cord from the product manufactured.

WARNING

Avoid fire hazard or electr ic shock. Do not use
an extension cord or an adaptor plug. Do not
remove any prong from the power cord.

Grounding type wall
receptacle

Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass
the grounding prong.

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To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons
when using your air conditioner, follow basic precautions,
including the following:
Be sure the electrical service is adaquate for the model
you have chosen. This information can be found on the
serial plate, which is located on the side of the cabinet
and behind the grille.
If the air conditioner is to be installed in a window, you
will probably want to clean both sides of the glass first.
If the window is a triple-track type with a screen panel
included, remove the screen complertely before
installation.
Be sure the air conditioner has been securely and
correctly installed according to the separte installation
instructions provided with this manual. Save this manual
and the installation instructions for possible future use
in removing or reinstalling this unit.
When handling the air conditioner, be careful to avoid
cuts from sharp metal fins on front and rear coils.

Prevent Accidents

To complete electrical rating of your new room air coditioner
is stated on the serial plate. Refer to the rating when
checking the electrical requirements.
Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To
minimize shock and fire 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 used in a properly grounded
wall receptacle. If the wall receptacle you intend to use
is not adaquately grounded or protected by a time delay
fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install
the proper receptacle.
Do not run air conditioner without outside protective
cover in place. This could result in mechanical damage
with the air conditioner.
Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

Electrical Information

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This air conditoner contains no user-serviceable
parts. Always call an authorized servicer for
repairs.
Do not insert or place fingers or objects into the
air discharge area in the front of the unit.
Do not start or stop the air conditioner by
unplugging the power cord or turning off the
power at the electric box.
Do not cut or damage the power cord.
If the power cord is damaged, it should only be
replaced by an authorized servicer.
In the event of a malfunction (sparks, burning
smell,etc.), Immemediately stop the operation,
disconnect the power cord, and call an
authorized servicer.
Do not operate the air conditioner with wet hands.
Do not pull on the power cord.
Do not drink any water that is drained from the
air conditioner.

WARNING

DANGER! Avoid Serious Inju ry or Dea th

WARNING

WARNING

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Read product tabels for
flammability and other warnings.

For Your Safety

WARNING

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Important Safety Instructions

SAFETY PR ECAUTIONS

Provide occasional ventilation during use. Do not direct aif flow at fireplaces or other heat related sources as this could
cause flare ups or make units run excessively.
Do not climb on or place objects on outdoor part of the unit.
Do not hang objects off the unit.
Do not place containers with liquids on the unit.
Turn off the air conditioner at the power source when it will not be used for an extended period of time.

Periodically check the condition of the units installation accessories for any damage.

Do not apply heavy pressure to the radiator fins of the unit.
Operate the unit with air filter in place.
Do not block or cover the intake grille, discharge area and outlet ports.
Ensure that any electrical/electronic equipment is one yard away from the unit.
Do not use or store flammable gases near the unit.

DANGER! Avoid Injury or damage to the unit or other property

READ THIS SECTION BEFORE ATTEMMPTING TO OPERATE AIR CONDITIONER.

Unit must be upright for one hour prior to operating.

Operation of Current Device

Plug in
& press RESET

Remark: The apperance of actual plug
may be slightly different from the line
drawing shown in the figure. The line
drawing is for reference only.

TES T

RES ET

POWE R

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

1. Plug in the Air Conditioner.

2. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug side.
Press the TEST button. You will notice a click as the RESET button
pops out.

3. Press the RESET button. Again you wil notice a click as the
button engages.

4. The power supply cord is now supplying electricity to the unit.

NOTE:

Do not use this device to turn the uinit on or off.
Always make sure the RESET button is pushed in for correct
operation.
The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset
when either the TEST button is pushed, or it cannnot be
reset. A new one can be obtained from the product
manufacturer.
If power supply cord is damaged, it CANNOT be repaired. It
must be replaced by one obtained from the product
manufacturer.

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Product Registration, Packaging & Normal Sounds

Product Registration

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided below the model and serial
numbers. On all models, the serial plate is located on the
outside of the cabinet.

Model Number

Serial Number

Packaging

Remove all packaging from inside the carton,
along with any inserts placed into the side
louvers

PACKAGING INSERTS

Normal Sounds

Vibration

Unit may vibrate and make
noise becaus e of poor wall or
window construction or
incorrect installation.

Gurgle/Hiss

“Gurgling or hissing”
noise may be heard due to
refrigerant passing through
evaporator during normal
operation.

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Fan

You may he ar air
movement from the fan.

Condenser

You may he ar droplets of water
hitting the condenser, causing
a pinging or clicking sound.

Compressor

The modern high effici ency compressor
may have a high pi tched hum or pulsating
noise that cycles on and off.

Air Conditioner Features

Air Conditioner Features

ELECTRONIC CONTROL

Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with
the control panel and remote as shown below and all its
functions, then follow the symbol for the functions you
desire. The unit can be controlled by the touch pad alone
or with the remote.

SLEEP

TIMER SET BUTTON

FAN SPEED BUTTON

HIGH SPEED INDICATOR LAMP

MEDIUM SPEED INDICATOR LAMP

LOW SPEED INDICATOR LAMP

ENERGY SAVER INDICATOR LAMP

OPERATION MODE BUTTON

ON/OFF BUTTON

COOL MODE INDICATOR LAMP
FAN MODE INDICATOR LAMP

SET INCREASE BUTTONTEMPERATURE

SET DECREASE BUTTONTEMPERATURE

TIMER INDICATOR LAMP

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DISPLAY TEMPERATURE/TIME

REMOTE CONTROL

TO REPLACE BATTERY

TAB

Battery Size: CR2025

Turn Remote Control upside down. Squeeze tab
and pull to remove battery tray. Place battery
in tray with POSITIVE(”+ ”) side facing up,
according to diagram. Re-insert battery tray.

Operating Instructions

NOTE

The following instructions repres ent the Touch Pad, the same instructions can be used for the
Remote Control.

TO TURN UNIT ON:

DO THIS:

PRESS POWER
BUTTON

YOU WILL SEE:

Note: When unit is turned on
it defaults energy saver
mode and the temperature
is79F(26℃). But if the unit
has been set fan mode before,
it defaults fan mode when
turned on again.In energy
saver mode, fan motor runs
when the compressor runs,
fan motor stops when the
compressor stops. When the
room temperature is above
the set temperature, the
compressor turns back on.
Energy saver mode can also
be initiated by pressing the
button on the remote control.

Energy saver indicator lamp

lights

Low speed indicator lamp
lights

TO OPERATE COOL MODE:

DO THIS:
PRESS

MODE BUTTON
CHOOSE
COOL

YOU WILL SEE:

Note: In this mode the initi al
set temperature is 79F(26℃).

Cool mode indicator lamp lights

Low speed indicator lamp
lights

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Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

(continued)

TO CHANGE T EMPERATURE SETTING: YOU WILL SEE:

DO THIS:

PRESS TO RAISE
PRESS TO LOWER

Note: Tap or hold either up ( )
or down ( ) button until the
desired temperature is seen
on the display. This tempera­ture will be automatically
maintained anywhere between
61F(16℃) and 88F(31℃).
When the unit is on, at cool
mode the set temperature is
displayed on the display all
along, if you want the display
to read the actual room
temperature. See To Operate

on Fan Onlysection on page

8. At fan mode, ( ) and ( )
buttons are not functional.

Cool mode indicator lamp lights

Low speed indicator lamp
lights

DO THIS:

PRESS TO SELECT

Note:Press the fan speed
button to selet the fan speed in
the order of: low medium
high low.

Cool mode indicator lamp lights

Medium speed indicator
lamp lights

TO ADJUST FAN SPEEDS: YOU WILL SEE:

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Operating Instructions

Operating Instructions

(continued)

TO OPERATE ON FAN ONLY: YOU WILL SEE:

DO THIS:
PRESS

MODE BUTTON
CHOOSE
FAN

Note:Use this function only
when cooling is not desired,
such as for room air circulation.
You can choose any fan speed
you prefer. During this function,
the display will show the actual
room temperature, not the set
temperature as in the cooling
mode.

Fan mode indicator lamp lights

Medium speed indicator
lamp lights

TIMER: DELAY STOP/START FEATU RE YOU WILL SEE HOW MUCH TIME IS CHOS EN:

FIRST
DO THIS:
PRESS

TIMER BUTTON

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SECOND
DO THIS:
PRESS

UP/DOWN BUTTON

Timer indicator lamp lights

THIRD
DO THIS:
PRESS

MODE BUTTON
CHOOSE MODE

Operating Instructions

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Note: For Delay Stop , the unit must be in the On position.
First, press TIMER button, then adjust timer setting, tap or hold the UP ( ) or the DOWN arrow ( ) to
change delay timer at 1 hour increments, up to 24 hours. The time will be shown on the display, then the
control will automayically change the display back to the set temperature in 5 seconds.
Note: For Delay Start, the unit must be in the Off position.
First, press TIMER button, then adjust timer setting, tap or hold the UP ( ) or the DOWN arrow ( ) to
change delay timer at 1 hour increments, up to 24 hours. The control will count down the time remaining
until start (3,2,1,etc.). Press mode button to select modes, once energy saver or cool mode is chosen,
the set temperature defaults 79F(26℃). Press fan speed button to select fan speed.The display will
show the hours remaining until the unit start/stop. Pressing the unit On/Off button at any time will
cancel the Delay Start/Stop function. The Delay Start/Stop Feature will work until the unit either starts
or stops. Once that happens the above steps have to be repeated again.

Operating Instructions

(continued)

SLEEP

SLEEP FEATURE:

DO THIS:
PRESS

SLEEP BUTTON

Note:Press the sleep button on the remote
control to start sleep function .

During cooling mode, the set temperature will
increase 2F(1℃) one hour after setting sleep
mode, and will increase 2F(1℃) once more in
the next one hour (that means the set
temperature increases 4F(2℃) within two hours
after setting sleep mode), then the air
conditioner will work at this temperature all along.

During sleep mode, fan speed will be "LOW".

The sleep mode
can also be cancelled at any time during operation
by again pressing the “Sleep”button.

Press
fan speed button during sleep mode, the air
conditioner will stop sleep function.

Note:This feature is a reminder
to clean tne air filter (See Care
and Clean) for more efficient

operation. After 200 hours of

operation the display panel
will flashly displayCF to
remind you of cleaning the air
filter.

FILTER REM INDER, YOU WILL SEE: