Whirlpool 1328891 User Manual

PORTABLE

AIR CONDITIONER

Use & Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts

or service, call: 1-877-465-3566

or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com

In Canada, call for assistance, installation

and service, call: 1-877-577-4105

ACONDICIONADOR DE

AIRE PORTÁTIL

Manual de uso y cuidado

Si tiene preguntas respecto a las características, funcionamiento,

o visite nuestro sitio de internet en... www.whirlpool.com

rendimiento, partes o servicio técnico,

llame al: 1-877-465-3566

1328891

CLIMATISEUR

PORTATIF

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service,

composez le 1-877-577-4105

ou visitez notre site web à... www.whirlpool.com

Table of Contents/Índice/Table des matières ...... 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY .........................................................3

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................3

Tools and Parts ............................................................................3

Location Requirements................................................................4

Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................5

Unpack the Air Conditioner.......................................................... 5

Install Portable Air Conditioner ....................................................5

Complete Installation ...................................................................7

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER USE...........................................8

Starting Your Portable Air Conditioner ........................................8

Using the Remote Control .........................................................10

ÍNDICE

SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE......................16

REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN.................................................16

Herramientas y piezas................................................................16

Requisitos de ubicación.............................................................17

Requisitos eléctricos..................................................................17

INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.........................................18

Desempaque el acondicionador de aire....................................18

Instalación del acondicionador de aire portátil..........................18

Complete la instalación..............................................................21

CÓMO USAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE PORTÁTIL....21

Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire portátil .....21

Changing Air Direction ...............................................................12

Normal Sounds...........................................................................12

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER CARE ......................................13

Draining the Air Conditioner.......................................................13

Cleaning the Air Filter .................................................................13

Cleaning the Outside..................................................................13

Storing After Use ........................................................................13

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................14

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................15

In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................15

In Canada ...................................................................................15

Cómo usar el control remoto .....................................................24

Cómo cambiar la dirección del aire ...........................................26

Sonidos normales.......................................................................26

CÓMO CUIDAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE PORTÁTIL27

Desagüe del acondicionador de aire .........................................27

Limpieza del filtro de aire ...........................................................27

Limpieza del exterior ..................................................................27

Almacenamiento después del uso.............................................27

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................................28

AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO...................................................29

En los EE.UU. .............................................................................29

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

SÉCURITÉ DU CLIMATISEUR ....................................................30

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION...................................................30

Outils et pièces...........................................................................30

Exigences d’emplacement.........................................................31

Spécifications électriques..........................................................31

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ...........................................32

Déballage du climatiseur............................................................32

Installation d’un climatiseur portatif...........................................32

Pour compléter l’installation ......................................................35

UTILISATION DU CLIMATISEUR PORTATIF.............................35

Mise en marche du climatiseur portatif .....................................35

Utilisation de la télécommande..................................................38

Changement de direction de l’air...............................................40

Sons normaux ............................................................................40

ENTRETIEN DU CLIMATISEUR PORTATIF...............................40

Vidange du climatiseur...............................................................40

Nettoyage du filtre à air ..............................................................41

Nettoyage de la partie extérieure...............................................41

Remisage après utilisation .........................................................41

DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................42

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................43

Aux États-Unis............................................................................43

Au Canada..................................................................................43

AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”

These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately

DANGER

WARNING

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING:

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:

follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You instructions.

Do not use an extension cord.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Too ls ne ed ed

■ Phillips screwdrivers

■ Saw

■ Pencil

■ Scissors

■ Tape measure

■ Cordless drill and ¹⁄₈" or

smaller bit

Unplug air conditioner before servicing.

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

Parts supplied

Check that all parts are included in the package containing parts.

A. Foam seal B. Flexible exhaust hose with

adapters attached

¹⁄₂

" screws (4)

C. D.

³⁄₄

" screws (4)

E. Window lock bracket

C D

F. Ra in co ve r G. Outer window slider section H. Inner window slider section

I. Bolts (4)

J. Nuts (4)

K. Washers (4)

Location Requirements

NOTES:

■ The flexible exhaust hose allows placement of the air

conditioner between 19⁵⁄₈" and 64¹⁄₈" (60 cm and 163 cm) from window or door.

■ Portable air conditioners are designed as supplemental

cooling to local areas within a room.

Vertical Slide Window

19⁵⁄₈" - 64¹⁄₈" (60 cm - 163 cm)

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

■ The portable air conditioner should be connected to a 115 V,

60 Hz, 15-amp fused grounded 3 prong outlet.

■ The use of a time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker is

recommended.

■ All wiring must comply with local and national electrical

codes and be installed by a qualified electrician. If you have any questions, contact a qualified electrician.

Horizontal Slide Window

19⁵⁄₈" - 64¹⁄₈" (60 cm - 163 cm)

■ To ensure proper ventilation, keep the required distance from

the return air outlet to the wall or other obstacles at least 19⁵⁄₈" (60 cm).

■ Do not block the air outlet.

■ Provide easy access to the grounded 3 prong outlet.

Power Supply Cord

NOTE: Your air conditioner’s device may differ from the one

shown.

RESET

TEST

A. Test button B. Reset button

This room air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord required by UL. This power supply cord contains state-of-the-art electronics that sense leakage current. If the cord is crushed, the electronics detect leakage current and power will be disconnected in a fraction of a second.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

To test your power supply cord:

1. Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

2. Press RESET (on some devices, a green light will turn on).

3. Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button will trip, and on

some devices, a green light will turn off).

4. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will

latch, and on some devices, a green light will turn on). The power supply cord is ready for operation.

NOTES:

■ The Reset button must be pushed in for proper operation.

■ The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to trip when

the test button is pressed or fails to reset.

■ Do not use the power supply cord as an off/on switch.

■ A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new

power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer and must not be repaired.

■ The power supply cord contains no user serviceable parts.

Opening the tamper-resistant case voids all warranty and performance claims.

Unpack the Air Conditioner

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Remove packaging materials

■ Remove and dispose of/recycle packaging materials.

Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the air conditioner. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

■ Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable

fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.

Install Portable Air Conditioner

Install Exhaust Hose and Adapter

1. Roll the air conditioner to selected location. See “Location

Requirements.”

2. Insert the hose adapter into the slot on the back of the air

conditioner.

3. Slide down to lock the hose into place.

A. Evaporator air intake B. Hose adapter C. Flexible exhaust hose

4. Attach the window exhaust adapter to the flexible exhaust

hose. Turn clockwise until securely locked into place.

A. Flexible exhaust hose B. Window exhaust adapter

Rain Cover—Vertical Installation

Window Installation

Your window slider kit has been designed to fit most standard vertical and horizontal window applications. However, it may be necessary for you to modify some aspects of the installation procedures for certain types of windows.

1. Insert the window exhaust adapter into the window slider kit.

2. Using 4 screws (provided), attach the window exhaust

adapter to the window slider kit.

A. Screw locations B. Window slider kit C. Window exhaust adapter

A. Window exhaust adapter B. Rain cover C. Outlet grille

D. Bolts inserted into unused holes

in window slider kit

Rain Cover—Horizontal Installation

3. Using the 2 bolts, washers and nuts (provided), attach the

rain cover to the window slider kit for either the vertical or horizontal installation.

NOTES:

■ The holes in the window slider kit are positioned for

attaching the rain cover for vertical installation or horizontal installation.

■ Insert the other 2 bolts, washers and nuts (provided) into

the unused holes in the window slider kit to keep moisture from leaking through the window slider kit.

A. Window exhaust adapter B. Rain cover C. Outlet grille

4. Open the window.

5. Measure the window opening.

D. Bolts inserted into unused

holes in window slider kit

■ If the window opening is too narrow for the window slider

kit, remove the inner slider section from the window slider kit.

7. Insert ¹⁄₂" screw (provided) into the hole in the inner slider

section that is closest to the end of the outer slider section of the window slider kit.

A. Inner slider section B. Outer slider section

■ Using a saw, cut the inner slider section to fit the window

opening.

■ Slide the inner slider section into the outer slider section

of the window slider kit.

6. Place the window slider kit into the window, extending it to fit

the width of the window. Be sure the rain cover is on the outside of the window.

NOTE: For casement window installation, the window slider kit may be installed vertically with the window slider kit opening at the bottom.

¹⁄₂

" screw (provided) B. Inner slider section C. Outer slider section

8. Close the window onto the window slider kit to secure.

A. To portable air conditioner B. Outdoors C. Rain cover

D. Window slider kit

E. Window exhaust adapter F. Flexible exhaust hose

Complete Installation

1. Place the window-lock bracket on top of the lower window

and against the upper window sash.

2. Use ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the

bracket.

3. Attach the window-lock bracket to the window sash with ³⁄₄"

screw to secure the window in place.

A. Upper window sash B. Window-lock bracket

4. Insert the foam seal behind the top of the lower window sash

and against the glass of the upper window.

A. Top of lower window sash B. Foam seal

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER USE

Operating your portable air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the best possible results.

This section explains proper portable air conditioner operation.

IMPORTANT:

■ The air conditioner display shows the current room

temperature and 24-hour clock.

■ When changing modes while the air conditioner is operating,

the compressor will stop for 3 to 5 minutes before restarting.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

5. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

6. Press RESET on the power supply cord. See “Electrical

Requirements.”

If a button is pressed during this time, the compressor will not restart for another 3 to 5 minutes.

■ In Cooling or Dry mode, the compressor and condenser fan

will stop when the room temperature reaches the set temperature.

NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.

Starting Your Portable Air Conditioner

On/Off

Mode

1. Select the mode. See “Mode.”

2. Select the fan speed. See “Fan Speed.”

3. Set the temperature. See “Temperature.”

4. Press ON/OFF to start the air conditioner.

On/Off

NOTE: When the air conditioner is turned on for the first time after it is plugged in, it will run in the 6

Sense control. When the air conditioner is turned on at all other times, it will run according to the previous settings. 6

Sense

System control can be selected with the remote

control only.

Fan

Speed

System

Adjust

Timer

Off

Swing

RapidCool

Filter Reset

Water

Full

5. When the WATER FULL indicator light glows red, the air

conditioner will turn off automatically. See “Portable Air Conditioner Care” for directions on draining the air conditioner.

Water

Full

Mode

1. Press MODE repeatedly until you see the symbol glow for the

desired setting.

■ Auto—automatically controls the fan speed depending on

the current room temperature and temperature control setting.

NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only mode.

Mode

2. Choose Cooling, Dry, or Fan Only.

■ Cooling—Cools the room. Press FAN SPEED to select

Auto, High, Mid or Low. Press the up or down Adjust button to adjust the temperature.

■ Dry—Dries the room. The air conditioner automatically

selects the temperature. The fan runs on Low speed only. NOTE: Dry mode should not be used to cool the room.

■ Fan Only—Only the fan runs. Press FAN SPEED to select

High, Mid or Low.

NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only mode.

RapidCoolTM Control

Used for fast cooling. The air conditioner automatically sets the fan speed to High and the temperature to 64°F (18ºC).

1. Press RAPIDCOOLTM control. The air conditioner

automatically sets the fan speed to High and the temperature to 64ºF (18ºC).

■ High—for maximum cooling

■ Mid—for normal cooling

■ Low—for quieter cooling

Filter Reset

1. When the Filter Reset indicator light is lit, remove, clean and

replace the air filter. See “Cleaning the Air Filter.”

2. Press and hold FILTER RESET for 3 seconds after replacing

the air filter.

Filter

Reset

NOTE: After 360 hours of fan operating time, the Filter Reset indicator light will turn on. It will remain on for 180 hours or until you press FILTER RESET. After 180 hours, the Filter Reset indicator light will turn off automatically.

Temperature

2. To turn off RapidCool

control, press any button on the remote control or control panel except Timer On, Timer Off and Swing.

Fan Speed

1. Press FAN SPEED repeatedly to choose the desired fan

speed.

Fan

Speed

2. Choose Auto, High, Mid or Low.

■ Press the up Adjust button to raise the temperature. Press the

up Adjust button once to increase the set temperature by 2ºF (1ºC), or press twice to increase the set temperature by 4ºF (2ºC).

■ Press the down Adjust button to lower the temperature. Press

the down Adjust button once to decrease the set temperature by 2ºF (1ºC), or press twice to decrease the set temperature by 4ºF (2ºC).

NOTES:

■ In the Cooling mode, the temperature can be set between

64ºF and 90ºF (18ºC and 32ºC).

■ In Fan Only mode, the temperature cannot be set.

■ To change the temperature display from ºF to ºC, press both

the up and down Adjust buttons at the same time.

Adjust

Clock

1. To set or adjust the clock, press TIMER ON and TIMER OFF

at the same time.

2. Press the up or down Adjust button to set the time of day.

Press the Adjust button once for the time to change in 1-minute increments. Press and hold the Adjust button for several seconds for the time to change in 10-minute increments. Press and hold the Adjust button longer for the time to change in 1-hour increments.

3. Press TIMER ON and TIMER OFF at the same time again. The

time of day will show on the display.

NOTE: Time of day will display in 24-hour format (military time) only.

Timer Delay

To set the Timer for a 1-minute to 24-hour delay until the air conditioner turns off (the air conditioner must be On):

1. Press TIMER OFF. “OFF: 12:00” will flash on the control panel

display.

Timer

To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, changing the previous settings:

1. Turn off the air conditioner.

2. Adjust mode to Cooling, Dry or Fan Only.

3. Adjust fan speed to Auto, High, Mid or Low. NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only mode.

4. Adjust temperature between 64ºF and 90ºF (18ºC and 32ºC). NOTE: In Fan Only and Dry modes, the temperature cannot

be adjusted.

5. Press TIMER ON. “ON 12:00” will flash on the control panel display.

6. Press the up or down Adjust button to change the delay time from 1 minute to 24 hours. Press the Adjust button once for the time to change in 1-minute increments. Press and hold the Adjust button for several seconds for the time to change in 10-minute increments. Press and hold the Adjust button longer for the time to change in 1-hour increments.

7. Press TIMER ON again. Timer “ON” indicator light and the set time will remain on.

8. After 5 seconds, the control panel display will show the current time.

To clear Timer delay program:

NOTE: Air conditioner can be either on or off.

1. Press TIMER OFF again to clear Timer Off feature. Timer

indicator light will turn off.

2. Press TIMER ON again to clear Timer On feature. Timer indicator light will turn off.

Using the Remote Control

NOTE: Remote control may vary in appearance.

Off

2. Press the up or down Adjust button to change the delay time

from 1 minute to 24 hours. Press the Adjust button once for the time to change in 1-minute increments. Press and hold the Adjust button for several seconds for the time to change in 10-minute increments. Press and hold the Adjust button longer for the time to change in 1-hour increments.

3. Press TIMER OFF again. Timer “Off” indicator light and the

set time will remain on.

4. After 5 seconds, the control panel display will show the

current time.

To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, keeping previous settings:

1. Turn off the air conditioner.

2. Press TIMER ON. “ON 12:00” will flash on the control panel

display.

Timer

3. Press the up or down Adjust button to change the delay time

4. Press TIMER ON again. Timer “ON” indicator light and the set

time will remain on.

5. After 5 seconds, the control panel display will show the

current time.

NOTES:

■ Two AA batteries (included) power the remote control.

Replace batteries after 6 months of use, or when the remote control starts to lose power.

■ To operate the air conditioner with the remote control, aim the

remote control at the signal receptor from no more than 23 ft (7 m) away.

Power On or Off

Press POWER.

Mode

1. Press MODE repeatedly until you see the symbol glow for the

desired setting.

■ If the current room temperature is lower than 73ºF (23ºC), Fan

Only mode is selected automatically. Press HIGH, MID or LOW fan speed.

NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only mode.

■ If the current room temperature is between 73ºF (23ºC) and

79ºF (26ºC), Dry mode and Auto fan speed are selected automatically.

■ If the current room temperature is higher than 79ºF (26ºC),

Cooling mode and Auto fan speed are selected automatically.

1. Press 6

SENSETM system control.

2. In Fan Only mode, press HIGH, MID or LOW. NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only mode.

RapidCoolTM Control

Used for fast cooling. The air conditioner automatically sets the fan speed to High and the temperature to 64°F (18ºC).

1. Press RAPIDCOOLTM control. The air conditioner automatically sets the fan speed to High and the temperature to 64ºF (18ºC).

2. Choose Cooling, Dry or Fan Only.

■ Cooling—Cools the room. Press AUTO, HIGH, MID or

LOW to select the fan speed. Press the plus or minus TEMP button to adjust the temperature.

■ Dry—Dries the room. The air conditioner automatically

selects the temperature. The fan runs on Low speed only. NOTE: Dry mode should not be used to cool the room.

■ Fan Only—Only the fan runs. Press HIGH, MID or LOW.

NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only mode.

6th Sense

System Control

The air conditioner automatically selects Cooling or Dry mode, depending on room temperature and sets the temperature to 79ºF (26ºC).

■ The temperature set point can be adjusted down to 75ºF

(24ºC) or up to 83ºF (28ºC). Press the plus or minus TEMP button once to change the temperature 2ºF (1ºC) or twice to change it 4ºF (2ºC).

2. To turn off RapidCool

control, press any button on the remote control or control panel except Timer On, Timer Off and Swing.

Fan Speed

1. Choose desired fan speed.

2. Press AUTO, HIGH, MID or LOW.

■ Auto—automatically controls fan speed depending on

current room temperature and temperature control setting.

NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only mode.

■ High—for maximum cooling

■ Mid—for normal cooling

■ Low—for quieter cooling

Temperature

■ Press the plus TEMP button to raise the temperature. Press

the plus TEMP button once to increase the set temperature by 2ºF (1ºC), or press twice to increase the set temperature by 4ºF (2ºC).

■ Press the minus TEMP button to lower the temperature.

Press the minus TEMP button once to decrease the set temperature by 2ºF (1ºC), or press twice to decrease the set temperature by 4ºF (2ºC).

■ If the current room temperature is below 79ºF (26ºC), the

temperature will automatically increase 2ºF (1ºC) during the first hour after Sleep control is activated.

■ The set temperature will not increase during the last 7 hours

of Sleep control.

1. Press MODE to select Cooling or Dry. NOTE: Sleep control cannot be selected when Fan Only is

selected.

2. Press the plus or minus TEMP button to set the temperature.

3. Press SLEEP. After 5 seconds, the lights on the control panel

display will dim. NOTE: The mode, temperature and airflow direction may be

adjusted during Sleep control. The fan speed is automatically set to Low speed. After 5 seconds, the lights on the control panel display will dim again.

4. To turn off Sleep control, press SLEEP, MODE, POWER or wait 8 hours for Sleep control to turn off automatically.

NOTE: The air conditioner will return to previous settings after Sleep control is turned off.

NOTES:

■ In the Cooling mode, the temperature can be set between

64ºF and 90ºF (18ºC and 32ºC).

■ In Fan Only mode, Sleep control and 6

SenseTM System

control, the temperature cannot be set.

Sleep Control

The fan speed automatically sets to Low speed, and the control panel lights dim.

NOTES:

■ If the current room temperature is 79ºF (26ºC) or higher, the

set temperature will not change when Sleep control is activated.

Changing Air Direction

On Remote Control or Control Panel

Press SWING once to change vertical airflow direction. Press again to stop airflow louver at desired airflow direction.

Normal Sounds

When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may hear sounds such as:

■ Air movement from the fan.

■ Clicks from the thermostat cycle.

■ Vibrations or noise due to poor wall or window construction.

■ A high-pitched hum or pulsating noise caused by the modern

high-efficiency compressor cycling on and off.

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER CARE

Draining the Air Conditioner

A. Secondary drain plug B. Drain hose plug

C. Drain hose clip D. Primary drain hose

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

1. Press ON/OFF to turn off the air conditioner.

2. Unplug the air conditioner or disconnect power.

3. Move the air conditioner to a drain location or outside. NOTE: To avoid spilling water from the bucket, move the air

conditioner slowly and keep it level.

4. Remove the secondary drain plug and drain water completely.

5. Remove the primary drain hose from the drain hose clip.

6. Remove the drain hose plug from the end of the primary drain

hose and drain water completely. NOTE: If the air conditioner will be stored after use, see

“Storing After Use.”

7. Reinstall the secondary drain plug.

8. Reinstall the drain hose plug to the primary drain hose.

9. Reattach the primary drain hose to the drain hose clip.

10. Reposition the air conditioner.

11. Plug in the air conditioner or reconnect power.

12. Press ON/OFF to start the air conditioner.

Cleaning the Air Filter

A. Filter panel door B. Air filter

1. Press ON/OFF to turn off the air conditioner.

2. Open the filter panel door on the back of the air conditioner

and remove.

3. Remove the air filter from the filter panel door.

4. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the filter. If the filter is very

dirty, wash the filter in warm water with a mild detergent. NOTE: Do not wash the filter in the dishwasher or use any

chemical cleaners.

5. Air dry the filter completely before replacing to ensure

maximum efficiency.

6. Reattach the air filter to the filter panel door.

7. Reinstall the filter panel door.

8. Press ON/OFF to start the air conditioner.

Cleaning the Outside

1. Press ON/OFF to turn off the air conditioner.

2. Unplug the air conditioner or disconnect power.

3. Remove the air filter and clean separately. See “Cleaning the

Air Filter.”

4. Wipe the outside of the air conditioner with a soft, damp

cloth.

5. Plug in the air conditioner or reconnect power.

6. Press ON/OFF to start the air conditioner.

Storing After Use

1. Drain the water completely. See “Draining the Air

Conditioner.”

2. Run the air conditioner set to Fan Only for approximately

12 hours to dry the air conditioner.

3. Unplug the air conditioner.

4. Remove the flexible exhaust hose and store with the air

conditioner in a clean, dry area. See “Installation Instructions.”

5. Remove the window kit and store with the air conditioner in a

clean, dry area. See “Installation Instructions.”

6. Remove the filter and clean. See “Cleaning the Air Filter.”

7. Clean the outside of the air conditioner. See “Cleaning the

Outside.”

8. Reinstall the filter.

9. Remove the batteries and store the remote control with the

air conditioner in a clean, dry area.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help.

■ Electrical overloading, overheating, cord pinching or

Air conditioner will not operate

WARNING

aging can trip (Reset button will pop out) the power supply cord. After correcting the problem, press and release

RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch and remain in) to resume operation. If the power cord fails to reset, contact a service technician.

NOTE: A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer and must not be repaired.

Air conditioner seems to run too much

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

■ The power supply cord is unplugged. Plug into a grounded

3 prong outlet. See “Electrical Requirements.”

■ Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker of the wrong capacity

is being used. Replace with a time-delay fuse or circuit breaker of the correct capacity. See “Electrical Requirements.”

■ The power supply cord has tripped (Reset button has

popped out). Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch and remain in) to resume operation.

■ A household fuse has blown, or a circuit breaker has

tripped. Replace the fuse, or reset the circuit breaker. See “Electrical Requirements.”

■ The On/Off button has not been pressed. Press ON/OFF.

■ The local power has failed. Wait for power to be restored.

Air conditioner blows fuses or trips circuit breakers

■ Too many appliances are being used on the same circuit.

Unplug or relocate appliances that share the same circuit.

■ You are trying to restart the air conditioner too soon after

turning off air conditioner. Wait at least 3 minutes after turning off air conditioner before trying to restart the air conditioner.

■ You have changed modes. Wait at least 3 minutes after

turning off air conditioner before trying to restart the air conditioner.

Air conditioner power supply cord trips (Reset button pops out)

■ Disturbances in your electrical current can trip (Reset

button will pop out) the power supply cord. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch and remain in) to resume operation.

■ Is there a door or window open? Keep doors and windows

closed.

■ The current air conditioner replaced an older model. The

use of more efficient components may cause the air conditioner to run longer than an older model, but the total energy consumption will be less. Newer air conditioners do not emit the “blast” of cold air you may be accustomed to from older units, but this is not an indication of lesser cooling capacity or efficiency. Refer to the efficiency rating (EER) and capacity rating (in Btu/h) marked on the air conditioner.

■ The air conditioner is in a heavily occupied room, or heat-

producing appliances are in use in the room. Use exhaust vent fans while cooking or bathing and try not to use heatproducing appliances during the hottest part of the day. Portable air conditioners are designed as supplemental cooling to local areas within a room. A higher capacity air conditioner may be required, depending on the size of the room being cooled.

Air conditioner runs for a short time only, but room is not cool

■ Set temperature is close to room temperature. Lower set

temperature. See “Portable Air Conditioner Use.”

Air conditioner runs, but does not cool

■ The filter is dirty or obstructed by debris. Clean the filter.

■ Air outlet is blocked. Clear air outlet.

■ Set temperature is too high. Lower set temperature.

Air conditioner cycles on and off too much

■ The air conditioner is not properly sized for your room.

Check the cooling capabilities of your portable air conditioner. Portable air conditioners are designed as supplemental cooling to local areas within a room.

■ The filter is dirty or obstructed by debris. Clean the filter.

■ There is excessive heat or moisture (open container

cooking, showers, etc.) in the room. Use a fan to exhaust heat or moisture from the room. Try not to use heatproducing appliances during the hottest part of the day.

■ The louvers are blocked. Install the air conditioner in a

location where the louvers are free from curtains, blinds, furniture, etc.

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