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WHYNTER ECO-FRIENDLY 12,000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER WITH HEATER
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MODEL# : ARC-12SDH
Instruction Manual
Congratulations on your new WHYNTER product. Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using
this product to ensure proper operation. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4-5 IDENTIFICATION OF ACCESSORIES 6 IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS 7 OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9-10 AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION 11 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 12-13 WATER DRAINAGE 14 REMOTE CONTROL 15 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 16 TECHNICAL DATA 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 18-19 WARRANTY INFORMATION 20 2 | P a g e
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Thank you for choosing the Whynter 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
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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. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before the portable air conditioner 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
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The unit 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 unit, ensure it is not turned upside down or greater than 45° or more off level. This unit 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 comp
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IDENTIFICATION OF ACCESSORIES IMAGE ACCESSORY NAME QUANTITY Intake and Exhaust hose 2 pieces Fixture 2 pieces Screws 8 pieces Hose connector 4 pieces 1 set Window slider kit Cover 2 pieces Remote control 1 piece 6 | P a g e
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IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Front 1. Air vent 2. Control panel 3. Handle Rear 4. Casters 5. Air exhaust hose 6. Evaporator air intake / air filter 7. Air intake hose 8. Drain port 9. Power cord 10. Upper Drain Port 10 7 | P a g e
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OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel, remote control and all of the functions. Follow the symbol for the desired function. The unit can be controlled by the unit control panel alone or with the remote control. CONTROL PANEL Timer Power Control Turns the unit on and off. Turns the timer function on and off. Warning Light Timer / Temperature Set Control Condensation water may accumulate in
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Location The air conditioner should be placed on a hard and level surface strong enough to support the unit. The unit has casters and it should only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces. Use caution when rolling on carpet surfaces. Do not attempt to roll the unit over objects. Never place any obstacles around the air inlet or outlet and allow at least 20 inch of clearance for efficient air-conditioning. Exhaust hose Installation When you use this air condition
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Window kit Installation When you use this air conditioner unit, hot air must be exhausted out of the room to complete the air exchange of the condenser. When the unit is operating in dehumidifying and fan-only mode, no exhaust is required. Your window kit has been designed to fit most standard vertical and horizontal windows. However, it may be necessary for you to modify the installation procedures for your window. NOTE: If your window opening is less than the mentioned minimum leng
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AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION Your Whynter portable air conditioner is equipped with a washable Pre-Filter and an Activated Carbon Filter. The washable Pre-Filter removes large particles such as dust, pet hair and dander. The Activated Carbon Filter which is designed to remove smoke and other odors. It is recommended you replace the Activated Carbon Filter every 2-3 months or as needed. Follow the steps below to install the filters. WARNING: NEVER OPERATE THE AIR CONDITIONER WITHOUT THE PRE-FIL
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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER Remove the exterior and interior packaging. Before connecting the unit to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours. This will reduce the possibility of a malfunction in the cooling system from handling during transportation. SWITCHING ON/OFF THE AIR CONDITIONER The unit can be switched ON or OFF by pressing the Power button on the control panel or the Power button on the remote control.
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HEATING MODE In this mode, the air conditioner heats the room. To activate this function mode, press the Mode Control button until the RED indicator comes on. When the heating mode is set, the compressor will start in approximately 3-5 minutes. NOTE: In heating mode, cold air is exhausted from the outdoor exhaust port and the exhaust hose must be connected to exhaust out the cold air. If outside temperature is lower than inside temperature, air intake hose should be blocked and unit w
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Manual drain: 1. Turn off the unit. 2. Position a flat container or dish under the drain plug. 3. Remove the drain plug and the condensed water will drain out automatically. 4. Once all the condensed water is drained, replace the drain plug into the drain firmly. Continuous drainage: In COOL or DRY modes, remove the upper drain plug from the back of the unit and put a container under the drain port to catch the water. Or install the drain water hose and place the open end of the hose t
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: Switch off the air conditioner and disconnect the plug from the power outlet Drain water by removing the drain plug. Always transport the air conditioner in an upright position only. CLEANING THE PRE-FILTER To ensure the air intake is filtered properly and to assure that your air conditioner runs efficiently, it is recommended to clean the Pre-filter at least once every two weeks. Switch off the air conditioner and pull out the filter frame fr
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TECHNICAL DATA Model ARC-12SDH Cooling capacity 12,000 BTU Heating capacity 11,000 BTU Power supply 115v/ 60Hz Maximum power input 1100 Watts Cooling 1020 Watts Heating Maximum input 10.5 Amps Cooling 9.5 Amps Heating Dehumidifying capacity 96 Pts / Day Thermostat 61°F to 89°F Refrigerant R-410A Air flow (max.) 320 m3/ Hour Fan speeds 3 (H, M, L) Exhaust hose length 49” Unit Dimensions 20” W x 16.5” D x 34” H Unit Weight 71 lbs 16 | P a g e
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TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions The portable air Power failure / outage. Restore the power supply. conditioner does not The automatic switch, line Flip the switch / change the fuse / turn the breaker turn on fuse, or breaker has been back on. Also note that you may have too many tripped. appliances drawing power on one circuit, you may need to move the other appliances to another circuit. The power supply voltage is Move the unit onto another circuit w
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Windows or doors are open. Close all windows and doors. The unit has worked for a There are too many people in You may need additional cooling or another long time, but the room is the room. air conditioner. not cold enough There is direct sunshine into Close curtains or blinds and try to minimize the room. the amount of direct sunlight into the room. The room is a kitchen or with You may need additional cooling or another many heat-producing air conditioner. applian
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY & THREE YEAR WARRANTY ON COMPRESSOR This WHYNTER portable air conditioner is warranted, to the original owner within the 48 continental states, for one year from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service. Should your WHYNTER portable air conditioner prove defective within one year from the date of purchase, return the defective part or unit, freight prepaid (within two months of purchase; after two month
