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OWNERS’ MANUAL
PAC 290 U Portable Windowless
Air-Conditioner
IMPORTANT: NOTE MAINTENANCE NEEDS ON PAGE 14
PAC290
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: - Read all instructions. - To protect against fire, electrical shock and personal injury, do not immerse cord, plug or appliance in water or other liquid. - Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children. - Do not operate with a damaged cord or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return the ap
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Dear user, We thank you for purchasing the Pinguino air-conditioner and congratulate you on your wise choice. For optimal results please read this manual carefully before installing or operating. We know that the Pinguino will maintain your environment pleasingly comfortable at all times. With best wishes DeLonghi America, Inc. If you have any questions about the operation or service of your Pinguino, please call our toll-free service number 1-800-322-3848 or 1 - 877-235-1052 in the U.S. or no
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SPECIFICATIONS Power supply voltage V 110-120 Frequency Hz 60 Cooling capacity: With water Btu 8500* With air Btu 7500* Current consumption A/W 6,5/ 990 Water tank capacity pints 30.65 Air flow capacity cfm. 212 Room thermostat (34° to 102°F) adjustable Dimensions: width in. 22”,05 height in. 28”,74 depth in. 15”,35 Net weight lbs. 97 Refrigerant system (freon) R 22 Compressor protection Overload relay Freon charge lb. (gr) see rating label *Data according to pending standard testing proced
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ILLUSTRATED MAIN FEATURES LIST Air outlet grid Control panel Programmer (timer) Water container Castor Castor stops Water collecting tray Water container compartment door Air filter Air intake grid Exhaust hose Power cable comp. Manually resettable red button Handle Water collecting tray drainage tube 5
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ILLUSTRATED ACCESSORY LIST Table 1 DESCRIPTION SUPPLIED Exhaust hose 1 Permanent wall vent 1 Caster stop 2 Descaling fluid 1 Window nozzle 1 Adjustable window bracket 1 Suction disc 2 ACCESSORY CHECK Check that all parts listed in Table 1 are included. 6
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PERMANENT INSTALLATION The Pinguino accessories include one wall vent for exhausting your Pinguino. Once installed, this vent is the only item needed for using Pinguino. fig. 1 Permanent installation outlet holes must be in an exterior wall and opening diameter should not 1 exceed 4” /2. INSIDE OUTSIDE INSIDE OUTSIDE A1 A2 fig. 2 fig. 3 in a window pane through the wooden base- section of a door or window INSIDE OUTSIDE 1” In case of fixed installation, air discharged from rear hose ha
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30 cm 1 2 TEMPORARY INSTALLATION Note: In both cases (permanent and temporary installations) make sure that the Pinguino is positioned on level ground. If necessary use the two caster stops for the front casters This installation makes it easy to Suction discs may be used to Pinguino is equipped with an adjustable window bracket. If you use Pinguino in any room, keep window or door closed (Fig. have a sash window, place the provided there is a window or a 6). bracket on the window sill, extend
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FINAL CHECK In order to obtain the maximum performance from your air-conditioner make sure that: fig. 10 - Doors and windows of room to be air- conditioned are closed (with the fig. 11 exception of temporary installation where a partially opened window is necessary). fig. 13 fig. 12 - Shade the room as far as possible from - Ensure that intake and outlet vents (fig. 2 direct sunlight by drawing curtains and/or and 3) are not blocked. lowering blinds or shutters, for economical - Make sure there
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4 4 9 9 10 DESCRIPTION OF PINGUINO PAC 290U CONTROLS ON/OFF pilot light ON/OFF button Thermostat A BC “Alarm” pilot light Timer ON/OFF Selecting fan button speed button Timer Timer ON/OFF pilot light SETTING THE TIMER PROGRAMMED MODE The programmer/timer, like all clocks, must be 1) Release B timer button. set to the exact time. If for example it is 4.00 2) Set the operating times by pushing out the p.m., turn the dial in a clockwise direction notches on the dial corresponding to the (following
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HOW TO START UP THE CONDITIONER (see control panel on the previous page) Plug the appliance into the wall socket. Select the “programmed” or “non programmed” mode (see previous page) Select the fan speed required pressing “Fan speed” key C. AIR-CONDITIONING Key A ON/OFF (conditioning) must be released Turn the thermostat to Max. Cold. Press key A (ON/OFF). ON/OFF signal lamp (conditioning) will come on. The appliance comes on. If not, refer to pag. 14. To switch off the appliance, press key A (O
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MAINTENANCE PRECAUTIONS fig. 15 fig. 16 During cleaning and normal maintenance operations Under no circumstances should appliance be remember to disconnect plug. washed with running water. Damage could be caused to the electrical circuit. CLEANING OF EXTERNAL HOUSING Use only mild soap and water. Do not use chemical cleaners. QQ¢¢ QQ ¢¢ fig. 17 Clean with a damp cloth and dry thoroughly fig. 18 with a clean dry cloth. BEGINNING THE SEASON Carefully follow Check for any defects in installation
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AIR FILTER CLEANING Maintenance of air filter Removal and replacement of air filter A clogged air filter reduces the quantity of Gently pull filter upwards. circulating air and the efficiency of the Push down to replace. appliance. Clean filter every week using a vacuum cleaner. fig. 22 fig. 23 Remove dust with a Rinse with running vacuum cleaner water fig. 24 Cleaning procedure To remove dust deposited on filter, use a vacuum cleaner. If it is very dirty, soak in lukewarm water and rinse thoro
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PERIODIC MAINTENANCE Calcium deposits may build up on some working parts of Pinguino during operation. Monthly cleaning (more often in hard water areas) should be done per the following procedure: - Unplug the machine. Remove the water tank. Run the air-conditioner until water level indicator light turns on. - Remove drainage tube plug and empty water. Replace drainage tube plug and add one quart of clean water to the collecting tray. - Empty contents of one 8-ounce bottle of Descaling Fluid int
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FOR UNITED STATES ONLY: LIMITED WARRANTY We warrant each DELONGHI AIR-CONDITIONER to be free from defects in material and workmanship. Our obligation under this warranty is to provide one year parts and labor free from purchase date, with an additional four (4) years on any part of the sealed system consisting of the compressor, evaporator, condenser and factory connected refrigerant tubing. This warranty shall apply only if the AIR-CONDITIONER is used in accordance with the factory directions w
