Whirlpool PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER User manual
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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: 1-800-360-2742
ACONDICIONADOR DE
AIRE PORTÁTIL
Manual de uso y cuidado
Si tiene preguntas respecto a las características, funcionamiento,
rendimiento, partes o servicio técnico,
llame al: 1-877-465-3566
o visite nuestro sito de internet en... www.whirlpool.com
CLIMATISEUR
PORTATIF
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service,
composez le 1-800-360-2742
ou visitez notre site web à... www.whirlpool.com
Table of Contents/Índice/Table des matières ...... 2
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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 ....................................................6
Complete Installation ...................................................................8
PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER USE...........................................8
Starting Your Portable Air Conditioner ........................................8
Using the Remote Control .........................................................11
Changing Air Direction ...............................................................13
Normal Sounds...........................................................................14
PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER CARE ......................................14
Draining the Air Conditioner.......................................................14
Cleaning the Air Filter .................................................................14
Cleaning the Outside..................................................................14
Storing After Use ........................................................................14
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................15
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................16
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................16
In Canada ...................................................................................16
ÍNDICE
SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE......................18
REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN.................................................18
Herramientas y piezas................................................................18
Requisitos de ubicación.............................................................19
Requisitos eléctricos..................................................................19
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.........................................20
Desempaque el acondicionador de aire....................................20
Instalación del acondicionador de aire portátil..........................21
Complete la instalación..............................................................23
CÓMO USAR SU ACONDICIONADOR
DE AIRE PORTÁTIL......................................................................23
Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire portátil .....24
Cómo usar el control remoto .....................................................26
Cómo cambiar la dirección del aire ...........................................29
Sonidos normales.......................................................................29
CÓMO CUIDAR SU ACONDICIONADOR
DE AIRE PORTÁTIL......................................................................30
Desagüe del acondicionador de aire .........................................30
Limpieza del filtro de aire ...........................................................30
Limpieza del exterior ..................................................................30
Almacenamiento después del uso.............................................30
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................................31
AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO...................................................32
En los EE.UU. .............................................................................32
TABLE DES MATIÈRES
SÉCURITÉ DU CLIMATISEUR ....................................................33
EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION...................................................33
Outils et pièces...........................................................................33
Exigences d’emplacement.........................................................34
Spécifications électriques..........................................................34
INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ...........................................35
Déballage du climatiseur............................................................35
Installation d'un climatiseur portatif...........................................36
Pour compléter l’installation ......................................................38
UTILISATION DU CLIMATISEUR PORTATIF.............................38
Mise en marche du climatiseur portatif .....................................39
Utilisation de la télécommande..................................................41
Changement de direction de l’air...............................................44
Sons normaux ............................................................................44
ENTRETIEN DU CLIMATISEUR PORTATIF...............................44
Vidange du climatiseur...............................................................44
Nettoyage du filtre à air..............................................................45
Nettoyage de la partie extérieure...............................................45
Remisage après utilisation .........................................................45
DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................45
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................47
Aux États-Unis............................................................................47
Au Canada..................................................................................47
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AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY
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.
Tools needed
Parts supplied
Check that all parts are included in parts package.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately
You
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow
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.
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:
follow instructions.
instructions.
DANGER
WARNING
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Unplug air conditioner before servicing.
Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
■ Phillips screwdrivers
■ Saw
■ Pencil
■ Scissors
■ Tape measure
■ Cordless drill and ¹⁄₈" or
smaller bit
A. Foam seal
B. Flexible exhaust hose
C. Window-lock bracket
D. Window exhaust adapter
E. Phillips-head screws (4)
F. Window slider kit (3)
G.
³⁄₄
" screw
H.
¹⁄₂
" screw
I. Rain cover
D
B
I
E
F
E
A
C
H G
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Location Requirements
NOTES:
■ The flexible exhaust hose allows placement of the air
conditioner between 19¹⁄₂" and 70⁵⁄₈" (49.5 cm and 180 cm)
from window or door.
■ Portable air conditioners are designed as supplemental
cooling to local areas within a room.
Vertical Slide Window
Horizontal Slide Window
■ To ensure proper ventilation, keep the required distance from
the return air outlet to the wall or other obstacles at least
19¹⁄₂" (49.5 cm).
■ Do not block air outlet.
■ Provide easy access to grounded 3 prong outlet.
Electrical Requirements
■ 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.
Power Supply Cord
NOTE: Your air conditioner’s device may differ from the one
shown.
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.
19¹⁄₂" - 70
5
/8"
(49.5 cm - 180 cm)
19
1
/2" - 70
5
/8"
(49.5 - 180 cm)
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.
WARNING
A. Test button
B. Reset button
TEST
RESET
A
B
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To test your power supply cord:
1. Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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. The
power supply cord is designed as a protective device.
■ 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.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the Air Conditioner
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.
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.
WARNING
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.
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Install Portable Air Conditioner
Install Exhaust Hose and Adapter
1. Roll air conditioner to selected location. See “Location
Requirements.”
2. Insert flexible exhaust hose into opening in back of air
conditioner.
3. Twist clockwise to lock hose into place.
4. Attach window exhaust adapter to the flexible exhaust hose.
Turn clockwise until securely locked into place.
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. Remove the two screws, washers and nuts from the window
slider kit for either the vertical or horizontal installation.
3. Attach the rain cover with the two screws, washers and nuts
removed earlier.
NOTE: The holes in the window slider kit are positioned for
attaching the rain cover for vertical installation or horizontal
installation.
Rain Cover—Vertical Installation
Rain Cover—Horizontal Installation
A. Flexible exhaust hose
B. Evaporator air intake
C. Drain hose plug
D. Drain hose
E. Drain hose clip
F. Power s u p ply
G. Drain port
A. Flexible exhaust hose
B. Window exhaust adapter
B
A
F
G
C
E
D
A
B
A. Window exhaust adapter
B. Rain cover
C. Outlet grille
D. Window slider kit
A. Window exhaust adapter
B. Rain cover
C. Outlet grille
D. Window slider kit
A
B
C
D
A
B
C
D
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4. Open the window.
5. Measure the window opening.
■ If the window opening is too narrow for the window slider
kit, remove the inner slider section from the window slider
kit.
■ 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.
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.
8. Close the window onto the window slider kit to secure.
A. Inner slider section
B. Outer slider section
A
B
A.
¹⁄₂
" screw (provided)
B. Inner slider section
C. Outer slider section
A. To portable air conditioner
B. Outdoors
C. Rain cover
D. Window slider kit
E. Window exhaust adapter
F. Flexible exhaust hose
A
B
C
D
AB
C
E
F
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Complete Installation
1. Place window-lock bracket on top of lower window and
against upper window sash.
2. Use ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the
bracket.
3. Attach window-lock bracket to window sash with ³⁄₄" screw to
secure window in place.
4. Insert foam seal behind the top of the lower window sash and
against the glass of the upper window.
5. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
6. Press RESET on the power supply cord. See “Electrical
Requirements.”
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.
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
A. Upper window sash
B. Window-lock bracket
A. Top of lower window sash
B. Foam seal
A
B
A
B
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.
WARNING
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1. Select the mode. See “Mode.”
2. Select the fan speed. See “Fan Speed.”
3. Set the temperature. See “Temperature.”
4. Press POWER to start the air conditioner.
5. The RUN indicator light will glow green.
6. When WATER FULL indicator light glows red, air conditioner
will turn off automatically. See “Portable Air Conditioner Care”
for directions on draining the air conditioner.
Mode
1. Press MODE until you see the symbol glow for the desired
setting.
2. Choose Cooling, Dry, Fan Only or 6
th
Sense
™
System control.
■ Cooling—Cools the room. Press FAN SPEED to select
Auto, High or Low. Press the plus or minus 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 or Low.
NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only
mode.
■ 6
th
Sense
™
System control—The air conditioner
automatically selects Cooling or Dry mode, depending on
the 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
button once to change the temperature 2ºF (1ºC) or twice
to change it 4ºF (2ºC).
When the set point is increased, a line appears above the
6
th
Sense
™
System control temperature line. When the set
point is decreased, a line appears below the 6
th
Sense
™
System control temperature line.
If the current room temperature is lower than the
temperature set point, Dry mode is selected. Fan runs on
Auto speed only.
If the current room temperature is higher than the
temperature set point, Cooling mode is selected. Press
FAN SPEED to select Auto, High or Low.
Fan Speed
1. Press FAN SPEED to choose the desired fan speed.
2. Choose Auto, High or Low.
■ 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.
■ High—for maximum cooling
■ Low—for minimum cooling
A. 6th Sense™ System control
symbol
B. Dry mode symbol
C. 6th Sense™ System control
temperature line
D. Auto fan speed symbol
High
Low
A
B
C
D
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Temperature
■ Press the plus button to raise the temperature. Press the plus
button once to increase the set temperature by 2ºF (1ºC), or
press twice to increase the set temperature by 4ºF (2ºC).
■ Press the minus button to lower the temperature. Press the
minus 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 and 6
th
Sense
™
System control, the
temperature cannot be set.
■ To change the temperature display from ºF to ºC, press the
change display button on the remote control.
Time of Day
1. Press and hold TIMER and TIMER OFF. “12:00” will be
displayed.
2. Press the plus or minus button to set the time (24-hour clock).
Timer Delay
To set the Timer for a 10-minute to 24-hour delay until the
air conditioner turns off (the air conditioner must be On):
1. Press TIMER OFF. Timer “OFF 00:00” indicator light will flash.
2. Press the plus or minus button to change the delay time from
10 minutes to 24 hours.
3. Press TIMER OFF again. Timer “Off” indicator light and the
set time will remain on.
To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, keeping
previous settings:
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2. Press TIMER. Timer “ON 12:00” indicator light will flash.
3. Press the plus or minus button to change the delay time from
10 minutes to 24 hours.
4. Press TIMER again. Timer “ON” indicator light and the set
time will remain on.
To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, changing
the previous settings:
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2. Adjust mode to 6
th
Sense
™
System control, Cooling, Dry or
Fan Only.
3. For Cooling mode:
■ Adjust fan speed to Auto, High or Low.
■ Adjust temperature between 64ºF and 90ºF (18ºC and
32ºC).
4. For Fan Only mode, adjust fan speed to High or Low.
5. For 6
th
Sense
™
System control, adjust fan speed to Auto, High
or Low.
6. For Dry mode and 6
th
Sense
™
System control, adjust
temperature up or down by 4ºF (2ºC).
NOTE: In Fan Only mode, temperature cannot be set.
7. Press TIMER. Timer “ON 12:00” indicator light will flash.
8. Press the plus or minus button to change the delay time from
10 minutes to 24 hours.
9. Press TIMER again. Timer “ON” indicator light and the set
time will remain on.
To clear Timer delay program:
NOTE: Air conditioner can be either on or off.
Press and hold TIMER OFF for 3 seconds to clear Timer Off
feature. Press and hold TIMER for 3 seconds to clear Timer On
feature. Timer indicator light will turn off.
To see or change the remaining time (in hours):
1. Press TIMER or TIMER OFF once after it has been
programmed.
2. While the display is showing the remaining time, you can
press the plus or minus button to increase or decrease the
time.
NOTE: Timer On and Timer Off can be set at the same time.
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Using the Remote Control
NOTE: Remote control may vary in appearance.
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.
■ The remote control indicator light will glow when remote
control is in use.
Power On or Off
Press POWER.
Mode
1. Press MODE until you see the symbol glow for the desired
setting.
2. Choose Cooling, Dry, Fan Only or 6
th
Sense
™
System control.
■ Cooling—Cools the room. Press FAN to select Auto, High
or Low. Press the up or down arrow button to adjust the
temperature.
■ Dry—Dries the room. The air conditioner automatically
selects the temperature. 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 to select High or
Low.
NOTE: Auto fan speed cannot be selected in Fan Only
mode.
6
th
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 up or down arrow
button once to change the temperature 2ºF (1ºC) or twice to
change it 4ºF (2ºC).
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■ When the set point is increased, a line appears above the 6
th
Sense
™
System control temperature line. When the set point
is decreased, a line appears below the 6
th
Sense
™
System
control temperature line.
■ If the current room temperature is lower than the temperature
set point, Dry mode is selected. Fan runs on Auto speed only.
■ If the current room temperature is higher than the
temperature set point, Cooling mode is selected. Fan speed
may be selected by the user.
1. Press 6
th
Sense
™
.
2. In Cooling mode, press FAN to select Auto, High and Low.
RapidCool
™
Control
Used for fast cooling. The air conditioner automatically sets the
fan speed to High and the temperature to 64°F (18ºC).
NOTE: 6
th
Sense
™
System control button does not operate when
RapidCool
™
control is selected.
1. Press RapidCool
™
. The air conditioner automatically sets the
fan speed to High and the temperature to 64°F (18ºC).
2. To turn off RapidCool
™
control, press RapidCool control,
Mode, Fan, Power or the up arrow button.
Fan Speed (in Cooling or Fan Only modes)
1. Press FAN until you see the symbol glow for the desired
setting.
2. Choose Auto, High 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
■ Low—for minimum cooling
Temperature
■ Press the up arrow button to raise the temperature. Press the
up arrow button once to increase the set temperature by 2ºF
(1ºC), or press twice to increase the set temperature by 4ºF
(2ºC).
■ Press the down arrow button to lower the temperature. Press
the down arrow button 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 and 6
th
Sense
™
System control, the
temperature cannot be set.
■ To change the temperature display from ºF to ºC, press the
change display button on the remote control.
A. 6th Sense™ System control
symbol
B. Dry mode symbol
C. 6th Sense™ System control
temperature line
D. Auto fan speed symbol
High
Low
A
B
C
D
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Time of Day
1. Press CLOCK. “00:00” will be displayed.
2. Press the up or down arrow button to set the time.
Timer Delay
To set the Timer for a 10-minute to 24-hour delay until the
air conditioner turns off (the air conditioner must be On):
1. Press TIMER OFF. Timer “OFF 00:00” indicator light will flash.
2. Press the up or down arrow button to change the delay time
from 10 minutes to 24 hours.
3. Press TIMER OFF again. Timer “OFF” indicator light and the
set time will remain on.
To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, keeping
previous settings:
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2. Press TIMER ON. Timer “ON 12:00” indicator light will flash.
3. Press the up or down arrow button to change the delay time
from 10 minutes to 24 hours.
4. Press TIMER ON again. Timer “ON” indicator light and the set
time will remain on.
To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, changing
the previous settings:
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2. Adjust the mode to 6
th
Sense
™
System control, Cooling, Dry,
Fan or RapidCool
™
control.
3. For Cooling:
■ Adjust fan speed to Auto, High or Low.
■ Adjust temperature between 64ºF and 90ºF (18ºC and
32ºC).
4. For Fan Only mode, adjust fan speed to High or Low.
5. For 6
th
Sense
™
System control, adjust fan speed to Auto,
High, or Low.
6. For Dry mode and 6
th
Sense
™
System control, adjust
temperature up or down by 4ºF (2ºC).
NOTE: In Fan Only mode, temperature cannot be set.
7. Press TIMER ON. Timer “ON 12:00” indicator light will flash.
8. Press the up or down arrow button to change delay time from
10 minutes to 24 hours.
9. Press TIMER ON again. Timer “ON” indicator light and the set
time will remain on.
To clear Timer delay program:
NOTE: Air conditioner can be either on or off.
Press and hold TIMER OFF for 3 seconds to clear Timer Off
feature. Press and hold TIMER ON for 3 seconds to clear Timer
On feature. Timer indicator light will turn off.
To see or change the remaining time (in hours):
1. Press TIMER ON or TIMER OFF once after it has been
programmed.
2. While the display is showing the remaining time, you can
press the up or down arrow button to increase or decrease
the time.
NOTE: Timer On and Timer Off can be set at the same time.
Remote Control Lock
■ To lock the remote control, press LOCK on the remote
control.
The Lock indicator light will glow on the remote control
display.
■ To unlock the remote control, press LOCK on the remote
control.
Changing Air Direction
On Remote Control
Press SWING once to change vertical airflow direction. Press
again to stop airflow louver at desired airflow direction.
On Control Panel
Press and hold FAN SPEED for 3 seconds to change vertical
airflow direction. Press and hold FAN SPEED for 3 seconds again
to stop airflow louver at desired airflow direction.
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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
1. Press POWER to turn off the air conditioner.
2. Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power.
3. Move the air conditioner to a drain location or outside.
4. Remove the rubber drain plug and allow water to drain from
the air conditioner.
5. Reinstall the drain plug.
6. Reposition the air conditioner.
7. Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power.
8. Press POWER to start the air conditioner.
Cleaning the Air Filter
1. Press POWER to turn off the air conditioner.
2. Open the filter panel and lift off the filter.
3. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the filter. If filter is very dirty,
wash filter in warm water with a mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not wash filter in the dishwasher or use any
chemical cleaners.
4. Air dry filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum
efficiency.
5. Place the filter back on the filter panel.
6. Close the filter panel.
7. Press POWER to start the air conditioner.
Cleaning the Outside
1. Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power.
2. Remove the filter and clean separately. See “Cleaning the Air
Filter.”
3. Wipe outside of air conditioner with a soft, damp cloth.
4. Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power.
5. Press POWER to start the air conditioner.
Storing After Use
1. Remove drain plug and drain water completely.
2. Run air conditioner with fan only for approximately 12 hours
to dry the air conditioner.
3. Unplug air conditioner.
4. Remove flexible exhaust hose and store with air conditioner
in a clean, dry area. See “Installation Instructions.”
5. Remove window kit and store with 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 air conditioner. See “Cleaning the
Outside.”
8. Reinstall filter.
9. Remove the batteries and store the remote control with air
conditioner in a clean, dry area.
A. Air filter
B. Drain plug
A
B
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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help.
Air conditioner will not operate
■ 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 Power button has not been pressed. Press POWER.
■ 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.
■ Electrical overloading, overheating, cord pinching or
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
■ 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 heat-
producing 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 heat-
producing 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.
■ The outside temperature is below 64°F (18°C). Do not try to
operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode when the
outside temperature is below 64°F (18°C).
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.
WARNING
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ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE
Before calling for assistance or service, please check
“Troubleshooting.” It may save you the cost of a service call. If
you still need help, follow the instructions below.
When calling, please know the purchase date and the complete
model and serial number of your appliance. This information will
help us to better respond to your request.
If you need replacement parts
If you need to order replacement parts, we recommend that you
use only factory-specified replacement parts. Factory-specified
replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are
made with the same precision used to build every new appliance.
To locate factory-specified replacement parts in your area, call
your nearest designated service center.
Please record your model's information.
Whenever you call to request service on your appliance, you
need to know your complete model number and serial number.
You can find this information on the model and serial number
label. The model and serial number label is located on the
cabinet.
Please record the model and serial number information below.
Also, record the purchase date of your appliance and the store's
name, address, and telephone number.
Model Number__________________________________________________
Serial Number __________________________________________________
Purchase Date__________________________________________________
Store Name ____________________________________________________
Store Address __________________________________________________
Store Phone ____________________________________________________
Keep this book and the sales slip together for future reference.
In the U.S.A.
Call Customer Service toll free: 1-877-465-3566 or visit our
website at www.whirlpool.com.
Our consultants provide assistance with:
■ Features and specifications on our appliances.
■ Installation information.
■ Use and maintenance procedures.
■ Repair parts sales.
■ Referrals to repair parts distributors and service companies.
Designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the
product warranty and provide after-warranty service,
anywhere in the United States.
For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write with any questions
or concerns to:
Hisense USA Inc.
Customer Service
105 Satellite Blvd. NW, Suite A
Suwanee, GA 30024
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
In Canada
Call Customer Service toll free: 1-800-360-2742, or visit our
website at www.whirlpool.com.
Our consultants provide assistance with:
■ Features and specifications on our appliances.
■ Use and maintenance procedures.
■ Repair parts sales.
■ Referrals to repair parts distributors and service companies.
Designated service technicians are trained to fulfill the
product warranty and provide after-warranty service,
anywhere in Canada.
For further assistance
If you need further assistance, you can write with any questions
or concerns to:
Hisense USA Inc.
Customer Service
105 Satellite Blvd. NW, Suite A
Suwanee, GA 30024
U.S.A.
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.
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