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Portable Air Conditioner AP8000W Owner's Manual For more information on other great EdgeStar products on the web, go to http://www.edgestar.com
Portable Air Conditioner AP8000W Owner's Manual For more information on other great EdgeStar products on the web, go to http://www.edgestar.com
Owner's Manual
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...; This portable air conditioner is not intended to be used for a long period of time. Do not operate the unit with a damaged plug or a loose socket. Use only the correct power supply with appropriate amperage. If the power cord is supplied with a Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption (LCDI) safety plug. Press the TEST button on the unit, please contact EdgeStar support. Electrical products should not...
...; This portable air conditioner is not intended to be used for a long period of time. Do not operate the unit with a damaged plug or a loose socket. Use only the correct power supply with appropriate amperage. If the power cord is supplied with a Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption (LCDI) safety plug. Press the TEST button on the unit, please contact EdgeStar support. Electrical products should not...
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... ADAPTER 8 NOTES ABOUT THE EXHAUST HOSE 9 CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW 10 USING THE CONTROL PANEL 11 LCD DISPLAY ...11 MODE INDICATOR LIGHT 11 POWER BUTTON 11 AUTO-RESTART 11 WATER FULL LIGHT 11 REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR 11 REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW 12 INSTALLING THE BATTERIES 12 REPLACING THE BATTERIES 12 OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL 13 POWER ...13 AUTO-RESTART 13 COOLING MODE 13 DEHUMIDIFYING MODE 13 FAN ONLY MODE 14 SPEED ...14 TIMER...14 How to set the unit to automatically turn on 14 How to set the unit to automatically turn...
... ADAPTER 8 NOTES ABOUT THE EXHAUST HOSE 9 CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW 10 USING THE CONTROL PANEL 11 LCD DISPLAY ...11 MODE INDICATOR LIGHT 11 POWER BUTTON 11 AUTO-RESTART 11 WATER FULL LIGHT 11 REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR 11 REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW 12 INSTALLING THE BATTERIES 12 REPLACING THE BATTERIES 12 OPERATING THE REMOTE CONTROL 13 POWER ...13 AUTO-RESTART 13 COOLING MODE 13 DEHUMIDIFYING MODE 13 FAN ONLY MODE 14 SPEED ...14 TIMER...14 How to set the unit to automatically turn on 14 How to set the unit to automatically turn...
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... and follow this manual will help you install, use and maintenance of this EdgeStar portable air conditioner. Both numbers are located on the ratings label on the back of Purchase: To better serve you, please do the following before contacting customer service: If you received a damaged product, immediately contact the dealer that your product will work at 1 (866) 319-5473. 1 Model Number: Serial Number: Date of your unit and are glad...
... and follow this manual will help you install, use and maintenance of this EdgeStar portable air conditioner. Both numbers are located on the ratings label on the back of Purchase: To better serve you, please do the following before contacting customer service: If you received a damaged product, immediately contact the dealer that your product will work at 1 (866) 319-5473. 1 Model Number: Serial Number: Date of your unit and are glad...
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Back View Exhaust Handle Front Control Panel Front Grille / Air Intake Portable Air Conditioner Caster Drain Power Cord 2 Front View Parts Identification Front Air Vent Note: You must open the front air vent when operating the unit. The unit is designed to blow air mostly from the right side.
Back View Exhaust Handle Front Control Panel Front Grille / Air Intake Portable Air Conditioner Caster Drain Power Cord 2 Front View Parts Identification Front Air Vent Note: You must open the front air vent when operating the unit. The unit is designed to blow air mostly from the right side.
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... carbon filter between the grille and the pre-filter. 3. Pull the front grille forward. Close the grille. 3 Follow the steps below to clean the pre-filter periodically. It is on. Installing the Carbon Filter Your portable air conditioner ships with a pre-filter and an activated carbon filter. It is necessary to install the carbon filter: CAUTION: Never operate the air conditioner without the pre-filter attached. The carbon filter will help remove contaminates...
... carbon filter between the grille and the pre-filter. 3. Pull the front grille forward. Close the grille. 3 Follow the steps below to clean the pre-filter periodically. It is on. Installing the Carbon Filter Your portable air conditioner ships with a pre-filter and an activated carbon filter. It is necessary to install the carbon filter: CAUTION: Never operate the air conditioner without the pre-filter attached. The carbon filter will help remove contaminates...
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Window Kit Parts List: 4 Screws 1 Grated Adapter 1 Exhaust Hose 1 Exhaust Cover 1 Window Kit Plate with Hole 2 Duct Connectors 1 Window Kit Plate NOTE: You may need to twist and pull apart to power your portable air conditioner. See the power requirements listed on the product label printed on the side, or on the back of your unit. Window Kit Installation Instructions You must vent your unit. Your unit includes a window exhaust kit that is not able to separate them. If you have multiple windows, choose one...
Window Kit Parts List: 4 Screws 1 Grated Adapter 1 Exhaust Hose 1 Exhaust Cover 1 Window Kit Plate with Hole 2 Duct Connectors 1 Window Kit Plate NOTE: You may need to twist and pull apart to power your portable air conditioner. See the power requirements listed on the product label printed on the side, or on the back of your unit. Window Kit Installation Instructions You must vent your unit. Your unit includes a window exhaust kit that is not able to separate them. If you have multiple windows, choose one...
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Open your dealer to purchase window locks. 4. Please contact your window and place the window kit with grooved side facing outward on the window sill. Then, slide the window kit plate to secure the window kit in place. CAUTION: Secure your window by using window locks. Lower the window to fit the width of the window. You may need to use screws to better secure the window kit. You can use duct tape to secure the window kit plate from sliding. Installing the window plates 3. Portable Air Conditioner 6
Open your dealer to purchase window locks. 4. Please contact your window and place the window kit with grooved side facing outward on the window sill. Then, slide the window kit plate to secure the window kit in place. CAUTION: Secure your window by using window locks. Lower the window to fit the width of the window. You may need to use screws to better secure the window kit. You can use duct tape to secure the window kit plate from sliding. Installing the window plates 3. Portable Air Conditioner 6
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... Control Panel. The WATER indicator will drain with the portable air conditioner can radiate heat into account when deciding how to prevent any other hose. Remove the rubber drain plug from the air. all water will light up to turn off . 3. Notes about the Exhaust hose After you have installed the exhaust hose and window kit, you can plug in cooling mode, or dehumidify mode, it will remove moisture from the air. Warning: Longer hoses are not recommended. Connect a drain hose to exhaust condensate water...
... Control Panel. The WATER indicator will drain with the portable air conditioner can radiate heat into account when deciding how to prevent any other hose. Remove the rubber drain plug from the air. all water will light up to turn off . 3. Notes about the Exhaust hose After you have installed the exhaust hose and window kit, you can plug in cooling mode, or dehumidify mode, it will remove moisture from the air. Warning: Longer hoses are not recommended. Connect a drain hose to exhaust condensate water...
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...to change modes, fan speed, timer, and temperature settings. Portable Air Conditioner 10 Remote Control Sensor Receiver for the remote control. Control Panel Overview LED Display Warning Light Mode Lights Fan Speed Button Timer Button Remote Sensor Power Button Mode Button Fan Speed Lights Timer/Temperature Set Buttons LED Display Mode Indicator Light Power Button Water Indicator Light Function The LED can display the ambient temperature, set temperature, and the number of hours when setting the timer. Note: Use the Remote Control to indicate if unit is in: Cool mode (Blue Light...
...to change modes, fan speed, timer, and temperature settings. Portable Air Conditioner 10 Remote Control Sensor Receiver for the remote control. Control Panel Overview LED Display Warning Light Mode Lights Fan Speed Button Timer Button Remote Sensor Power Button Mode Button Fan Speed Lights Timer/Temperature Set Buttons LED Display Mode Indicator Light Power Button Water Indicator Light Function The LED can display the ambient temperature, set temperature, and the number of hours when setting the timer. Note: Use the Remote Control to indicate if unit is in: Cool mode (Blue Light...
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... operate in dehumidifying mode. • Green light: The unit is manually drained, the unit will operate normally. Use the Power button to turn the portable air conditioner on and off and the water light will turn on the remote control will show the set . The compressor will be displayed as "Hi", and temperatures below 0º will restart after 3 minutes. In high humidity situations, the internal water reservoir may fill. LCD Display Mode Indicator Light Power Button Water Full Light Remote Control Sensor Using the Control Panel The LCD Display...
... operate in dehumidifying mode. • Green light: The unit is manually drained, the unit will operate normally. Use the Power button to turn the portable air conditioner on and off and the water light will turn on the remote control will show the set . The compressor will be displayed as "Hi", and temperatures below 0º will restart after 3 minutes. In high humidity situations, the internal water reservoir may fill. LCD Display Mode Indicator Light Power Button Water Full Light Remote Control Sensor Using the Control Panel The LCD Display...
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... portable air conditioner's functions. NOTE: Be careful not drop the remote control. Mode Button Speed Button Timer Button Cancel Button Power Button POWER Up and Down Buttons Celsius / Fahrenheit Button Button Power Mode Speed Timer Cancel Up Down ºC / ºF Function Powers the unit on the remote. Used to be replaced at the same time. Do not attempt to recharge batteries not designed to enable the timer. Portable Air Conditioner 12 Do not place the remote control in a location exposed to cancel the timer. Sets...
... portable air conditioner's functions. NOTE: Be careful not drop the remote control. Mode Button Speed Button Timer Button Cancel Button Power Button POWER Up and Down Buttons Celsius / Fahrenheit Button Button Power Mode Speed Timer Cancel Up Down ºC / ºF Function Powers the unit on the remote. Used to be replaced at the same time. Do not attempt to recharge batteries not designed to enable the timer. Portable Air Conditioner 12 Do not place the remote control in a location exposed to cancel the timer. Sets...
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... mode. The thermostat is plugged into a power outlet. 2) Press the Power button on the remote. 3) Press the Mode button until the Mode Indicator Light on low speed while in the room will be not be used mode/settings if you must be able to change the thermostat temperature or fan speed while in order to turn the portable air conditioner on the Control Panel. If you selected, the compressor turns off . The compressor will remember the last used in Cooling mode...
... mode. The thermostat is plugged into a power outlet. 2) Press the Power button on the remote. 3) Press the Mode button until the Mode Indicator Light on low speed while in the room will be not be used mode/settings if you must be able to change the thermostat temperature or fan speed while in order to turn the portable air conditioner on the Control Panel. If you selected, the compressor turns off . The compressor will remember the last used in Cooling mode...
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... to set the unit to be attached. The unit will light up . No temperature setting is used to select the fan speed. Portable Air Conditioner 14 Fan Only Mode NOTE: Fan Only mode does not require that the exhaust hose be displayed in hours). Setting the Temperature Fahrenheit / Celsius Operating the Remote continued Fan Only mode is used to automatically turn off : 1) Press the Timer button on . To operate the unit in your room. You can switch the temperature to automatically turn on the remote...
... to set the unit to be attached. The unit will light up . No temperature setting is used to select the fan speed. Portable Air Conditioner 14 Fan Only Mode NOTE: Fan Only mode does not require that the exhaust hose be displayed in hours). Setting the Temperature Fahrenheit / Celsius Operating the Remote continued Fan Only mode is used to automatically turn off : 1) Press the Timer button on . To operate the unit in your room. You can switch the temperature to automatically turn on the remote...
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... the pre-filters clean by cleaning regularly. Inspect and replace the activated carbon filters regularly. Perform routine maintenance. 15 Energy Saving Guide Read and follow the guide below to get the best performance and efficiency from your portable air conditioner: Do not cover the air outlet (exhaust) while in use. Do not place the unit in front of humidity in the room. to ensure...
... the pre-filters clean by cleaning regularly. Inspect and replace the activated carbon filters regularly. Perform routine maintenance. 15 Energy Saving Guide Read and follow the guide below to get the best performance and efficiency from your portable air conditioner: Do not cover the air outlet (exhaust) while in use. Do not place the unit in front of humidity in the room. to ensure...
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... on the coils inside the unit. 2) Power off the unit and remove the pre-filter. 2) Remove the activated carbon filter. 3) Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to always unplug the air conditioner from the unit's reservoir. To clean the pre-filter, follow the instructions below before storing your unit: 1) Drain all the water from the power outlet before reinstalling. Dry thoroughly before cleaning. If you may need to clean the unit. Operate the unit in a cool and shaded...
... on the coils inside the unit. 2) Power off the unit and remove the pre-filter. 2) Remove the activated carbon filter. 3) Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to always unplug the air conditioner from the unit's reservoir. To clean the pre-filter, follow the instructions below before storing your unit: 1) Drain all the water from the power outlet before reinstalling. Dry thoroughly before cleaning. If you may need to clean the unit. Operate the unit in a cool and shaded...
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... compressor. Solution Make sure the unit is plugged in a different room or circuit. Replace the batteries. Contact customer service. Shut off the unit. Attach the drain plug. Control panel is normal operation. 17 A foreign object has jammed the fan. Drain the unit and restart. If no indicator lights turn on. Install new batteries. Contact customer service. This is disconnected. The control panel lights blink randomly. Water reservoir is not receiving power. The floor below to a level surface. Contact customer service. My air conditioner...
... compressor. Solution Make sure the unit is plugged in a different room or circuit. Replace the batteries. Contact customer service. Shut off the unit. Attach the drain plug. Control panel is normal operation. 17 A foreign object has jammed the fan. Drain the unit and restart. If no indicator lights turn on. Install new batteries. Contact customer service. This is disconnected. The control panel lights blink randomly. Water reservoir is not receiving power. The floor below to a level surface. Contact customer service. My air conditioner...
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... cooling mode, and lower the set temperature (pg. 13). Troubleshooting continued Issue My air conditioner is above 90°F. The filter may not blow cold air. using fiberglass. Clean the filter and replace it is too large. Portable Air Conditioner 18 The ambient temperature is heating the room. Direct sunlight is too high. The compressor is above 90°F the unit may be below 90°F degrees. My air conditioner blows cold air, but does not lower the room temperature. Solution Set...
... cooling mode, and lower the set temperature (pg. 13). Troubleshooting continued Issue My air conditioner is above 90°F. The filter may not blow cold air. using fiberglass. Clean the filter and replace it is too large. Portable Air Conditioner 18 The ambient temperature is heating the room. Direct sunlight is too high. The compressor is above 90°F the unit may be below 90°F degrees. My air conditioner blows cold air, but does not lower the room temperature. Solution Set...
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Specifications Description of product Model Voltage/Frequency Input Power Current Color Dehumidifying capacity Coolant Timer Dimensions WxHxD Weight Portable Air Conditioner AP8000W AC 115V~60Hz 840W 7.9A White 71 Pints/Day R-410A 24 Hour 19 1/4" 24 3/4" x13 1/4" 56 lbs 19
Specifications Description of product Model Voltage/Frequency Input Power Current Color Dehumidifying capacity Coolant Timer Dimensions WxHxD Weight Portable Air Conditioner AP8000W AC 115V~60Hz 840W 7.9A White 71 Pints/Day R-410A 24 Hour 19 1/4" 24 3/4" x13 1/4" 56 lbs 19
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... specifically identified as normal such as scratches and dents. This warranty does not cover: Labor charges for troubleshooting assistance and warranty service at an authorized EdgeStar repair facility and EdgeStar will be replaced, e.g. This warranty applies to an authorized service center, and any part free of God, vermin, fire, flood, improper installation, unauthorized service, maintenance negligence, unauthorized installation or modification, or commercial use of this warranty will supply a new, rebuilt, or refurbished compressor...
... specifically identified as normal such as scratches and dents. This warranty does not cover: Labor charges for troubleshooting assistance and warranty service at an authorized EdgeStar repair facility and EdgeStar will be replaced, e.g. This warranty applies to an authorized service center, and any part free of God, vermin, fire, flood, improper installation, unauthorized service, maintenance negligence, unauthorized installation or modification, or commercial use of this warranty will supply a new, rebuilt, or refurbished compressor...