Whynter ARC-142BX User Manual

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WHYNTER ECO-FRIENDLY 14,000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER

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MODEL#: ARC-142BX

Instruction Manual

Congratulations on your new WHYNTER produ ct. Please read th is Instruct ion Manual carefully before using

this product to ensure proper operation. Keep t hi s manual in a safe place for futur e reference.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION 3

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4-5

IDENTIFICATION

IDENTIFICATION

OF ACCESSORIES 6

OF PARTS 7

OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER 8

INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS 9-12

AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION 13

OPERATION

W

ATER DRAINAGE 16

INSTRUCTIONS 14-15

REMOTE CONTROL 17

CARE AND MAINTENANCE 18

TECHNICAL DATA 19

TROUBLESHOOTING 20-21

WARRANTY

INFORMATION 22

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Thank you for choosing the Why nter portable air conditioner. Please follow the instructions
provided in this user guide to obtain the very best performance from your portable air conditioner
and take full advantage of the many features your portable air conditioner offers you. We trust that
your Whynter air conditioner will provide the performance and reliability that we stand for.

Please keep this user manual in a safe place for future reference.

DISPOSAL

This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the appliance cannot be treated as
normal domestic trash, but must be handed in at a collection point for recycling electric and
electronic appliances. Your contribution to the corre ct disposal of this product protects the
environmen t. Further information abou t the recy cling of this product can be obtained from your
local municipal authority.

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Your safety and the safety of others are very important to

us.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your appliance, follow these basic
precautions.

SA FE TY PRE CA UTI ON S

Before the appliance is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as

detailed in this manual.

 Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord
 Make sure this unit is connected to a correctly grounded power supply outlet. Do not use an

extension cord or power strip

 The power cord is UL listed. It has a built-in L.C.D.I. (leakage, current, detection, interruption)

circuit breaker for added safety. If the power supply is interrupted, press the reset button to
reconnect the unit to power source

 It is recommended to use a separate circuit that its size should be 15 Amps for the air conditioner
 Do not use an excessively wet cloth, industrial solvents, oil-based products to clean this portable

air conditioner

 To avoid the risk of shock, the product should never be used in bathrooms, shower room s, or in

any other steamy or wet areas

 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and li quids in the vicinity of this or any

other appliances

 Do not repair, disassemble and/or modify the unit by yourself


Always turn off the portable air conditioner when cleaning the air filter, and transporting



Do not turn this unit on and off by plugging and unplugging. Always use the ON/OFF switch

 Transport the unit in an upright position only, or leave it in an upright position for at least 4 hours

before first use

 Ensure curtains or other objects are not obstructing the air inlet filters


Do not bend or crush the exhaust hose while in use

 Always allow at least 20” of clearance around the unit for ventilation. Do not use this unit inside

closets, cabinets and/or cra mped spaces between furniture

 This unit is optimized to operate in an ambient temperature of 64°F – 90°F
 This unit must be installed in an area protected from the element, such as wind, r ain, water spray

or drips

 The unit should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat


Always place the unit on even and hard and level surface



Do not sit or place objects on the unit

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 Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the appliance. The air conditioner could tip

over and get damaged and/or seriously injure somebody

 Keep fingers out of the air intakes and air outlets
 The appliance is an electrical appliance. To avoid injury from electrical shock do not operate it

with wet hands, while standing on a wet surface or while standing in water. Do not use it in
outdoors or in wet conditions

 When positioning or moving the appliance, ensure it is not turned upside down or greater

than 45° or more off level

 This appliance is designed for household, non-commercial use only. Any other use will void

the warranty

 Do not plug into the power outlet before set up is completed


Do not operate this unit wi thout the air filter(s)



Do not use harsh chemicals to clean the filter(s). Dry thoroughly before ins erting the filter(s)
the unit

 Do not add extra length to the exhaust hose by more than a total length of 9’. This will

reduce the cooling efficiency of the portable air conditioner

 At the end of each season, all water must be drained from the unit and filter(s) must be

cleaned before storage

into

THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY IF THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS

ARE NOT FOLLOW ED.

OPERATING

CONDITION

MODE ROOM TEMPERATURE

COOL Higher than 62°F / 17°C

DRY Higher than 54°F / 13°C

Your portable air conditioner is supplied with a Leakage­Current Detection and Interruption (LCDI) plug. This plug
reduces the risk of fire due to arcing faults in the power
supply cord. Please follow the instructions below to ensure
that LCDI plug works properly.

1. Plug the power cord to a grounded wall outlet. Do not
plug to a power strip or extension cord.

2. Press the TEST button on the plug. This should trip the
plug and cut the power to the air conditioner. If the plug
does not trip and the unit comes on, please contact
technical support.

3. Press the RESET button to start the air conditi oner.

4. Do NOT use the TEST and RESET buttons to turn the
air conditioner on and off.

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IDENTIFICATION

A

IMAGE

OF ACCESS O RIES

CCESSORY NAME QUANTITY

Exhaust hose

Flat

Mouth

Round Adaptor (pre-installed on unit)

Wi ndow sliders and Clear plastic plug

(plug

is in the upper corner of the plastic

bag

that

holds the user

Adaptor

manual)

1

set

1

set

Foam

seal

3 pcs

Remote control and Batteries

Drain

hose

1

set

1 pc

Activated Carbon filter (pre-installed on

unit)

1 pc

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IDENTIFICATION
Front

OF PARTS

1. Control Panel

2. Front Air Vent / Louv ers

3. Caster (four)

4. Handle (both sides)

Rear

6

6. Upper air filter

7. Air outlet (hot air exhaust)

8. Power cord outlet

9. Upper air intake

10. Upper drain port

11. Lower air intake (Compressor)

12. Lower air filter

13. Lower drain port

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