Whynter ARC-14S Use and Care Manual
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1. The unit needs to be drained too often Fan speed cannot be changed The filters are dirty or obstructed The air intake or exhaust Is obstructed The unit is set in DRY or FAN mode The unit is set to low fan speed Windows or doors are open There are too many people in the room There is direct sunshine into the room The room is a kitchen or with many heat producing appliances There is a server in the room The room is too large The unit is not level The surface underneath the unit is uneven Low power voltage The unit is tilted or not leveled The water tank is full The humidity in the area may very high Possible loose connection Fan speed differences are not very noticeable 18 Page e Clean the air filters e Make sure there is at least 20 of clearance from the air intake Make the length of the exhaust hose is as short as possible Set the unit to the cooling mode Set the unit to a higher fan speed Close all windows and doors You may need additional cooling or another air conditioner Close curtains or blinds and try to minimize the amount of direct sunlight into the room You may need additional cooling or another air conditioner You may need additional cooling or another air conditioner You may need additional cooling or another air conditioner Make sure the unit is on hard level and stable surface Move the unit to a location with a level and h2. WHYNTER ECO FRIENDLY 14 000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER MODEL ARC 14S Instruction Manual N y NANNAN IIT eS Congratulations on your new WHYNTER product To ensure proper operation please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4 5 IDENTIFICATION OF ACCESSORIES 6 IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS T OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9 10 AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION 11 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 12 13 WATER DRAINAGE 13 REMOTE CONTROL 14 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 15 TECHNICAL DATA 16 TROUBLESHOOTING 17 18 WARRANTY INFORMATION 19 2 Page 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 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 correct disposal of this product protect
3. 14 Page CARE AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT e Switch off the air conditioner and disconnect the plug from the power outlet e Drain water by removing the drain plug e Always transport the air conditioner in an upright position only CLEANING THE PRE FILTER e 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 e Switch off the air conditioner and pull out the filter frame from the unit e Remove the Activated Carbon filter from the Pre filter e Use a vacuum cleaner or tap lightly to remove loose dust and dirt from the Pre filter Then rinse it thoroughly under warm or cold running water no hotter than 100F e Dry thoroughly before re inserting the filters e NOTE The Activated Carbon filter is not washable It should be replaced every 2 3 months or as needed WARNING Never operate the air conditioner without the filter in place CLEANING THE AIR CONDITIONER e Always switch off the air conditioner and disconnect the plug from the power supply outlet before cleaning the air conditioner e Use a soft damp cloth to wipe the body of the unit e Never use harsh chemicals oil based products detergents chemically treated cloths or other cleaning solutions These could possibly damage the body of the air conditioner END OF SEASON STORAGE e Switch off the air conditioner and disconnect the power plug from the power supply outlet
4. Always turn off the portable air conditioner when cleaning the air filter and transporting e Do not turn this unit on and off by plugging and unplugging Always use the ON OFF switch A WARNING A e Transport the unit in an upright position only or leave it in an upright position for at least 2 hours before first use e Ensure curtains or other objects are not obstructing the air inlet filters e Do not bend or crush the exhaust hose while in use e Always allow at least 20 of clearance around the unit for ventilation Do not use this unit inside closets cabinets and or cramped spaces between furniture e This unit is optimized to operate in an ambient temperature of 64 F 95 F This unit must be installed in an area protected from the element such as wind rain 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 Do not allow children to climb stand or hang on the unit The air conditioner could tip over and get damaged and or seriously injure somebody 4 Page e Keep fingers out of the air intakes and air outlets e 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 e When positioning or moving the
5. before cleaning the air conditioner e Clean the air filters e Drain the condensed water COMPLETELY On a warm day turn on the Fan only mode for half a day so that the inside can dry out completely Wrapped the power cord and bundle it with the tape Remove the batteries from the remote controller Disconnect the exhaust hose and cover the window wall hole with the cover lt is recommended that the air conditioner be put back into its original carton for storage To avoid damage to the unit please leave the hose connectors in place or slightly turn push and gently pull the connectors off 15 Page TECHNICAL DATA Model ARC 14S Cooling capacity 14 000 BTU Power supply 115v 60Hz Maximum power input 1250 Watts Maximum input 10 8 Amps Thermostat 61 F to 89 F Refrigerant R 410A Air flow max 360 m3 Hour Exhaust hose length Unit Dimensions 19 W x 16 D x 35 5 H Unit Weight 80 Ibs 16 Page TROUBLESHOOTING The portable air e Power failure outage e Restore the power supply conditioner does not turn on e The automatic switch line e Flip the switch change the fuse turn the breaker 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 e The power supply voltage is Move the unit onto another circuit with the correct too low voltage e The power cord is damaged Contact W
6. exhaust is required 1 Pull out about 6 of one end of the hoses 2 Attach the hose connectors to the hoses by turning clockwise Hose Connector Exhaust Hose Hose Connector 3 Align the slots on the hose connector to the tabs on the air intake outlet and snap the hose to the unit EXHAUST INTAKE 4 Only extend the exhaust hoses to the necessary length We do not recommend extending the exhaust hose more than 9 long Additional 4 exhaust hose sold separately 5 An optional intake filter can be purchased to be added to the intake hose in locations with poor air quality If you are interested in purchasing optional accessories please contact info whynter com for retail sales information 9 Page 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 length of the window slider kit cut the slide bar with hole to fit window opening Never cut out the hole on the window slide bar NOTE When using the window kit on a window or sliding door it will cause the window or sliding door n
7. set function mode and settings when power is restored NOISE LEVEL Portable air conditioners may make sounds that are not familiar to you The sounds listed below are normal Noise reflecting off hard surfaces such as a floor or wall can make the sounds seem louder than they actually are e The compressor may make a pulsating or high pitched sound e Water running from the evaporator to the water tank may make a splashing sound e Refrigerant flowing may make a gurgling sound e Fan sound may come from front and back air vents WATER DRAINAGE During the process of cooling some water will be extracted from the air into the unit Most of this water is used to cool and exhausted to the outside If the unit is operated in high humidity or low temperature environment water will collect in the reservoir inside the unit If the reservoir is full the compressor will stop To continue the cooling function please drain the water 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 13 Page REMOTE CONTROL The portable air conditioner can be switched on by the remote control NOTE e Other appliances in the same room controlled by a remote control TV radio stereo etc may cause interferences e Electronic and fluorescent lamps may int
8. FY and Fan only ies oy ooh FoEt Fan Speed Control Controls the 3 fan speeds High Medium amp Low NOTE Unit does not need to be vented in Fan mode Cooling mode High fan speed Ji x 3 Fan only mode Dahumidifv moda L je E Med fan speed Low fan speed aie Display set temperature a AB hr Display timer setting of auto switch on off Warming light the machina will stop running Timer Turns the timer function on and off Timer Temperature Set Control Adjusts set thermostat temperature and timer The display temperature is the set temperature NOTE This unit is capable of displaying set temperature in Fahrenheit or in Celsius To convert from one to the other press and hold the Up and Down buttons for 3 seconds 8 Page 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 Intake and Exhaust hose 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 or FAN only mode no
9. S ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TOSTATE To obtain service or information contact Whynter LLC via email at service whynter com or call 866 WHYNTER Product contents and specifications may change without notice Copyright 2014 Whynter LLC www Whynter com
10. ard floor Make sure the wall outlet and support the required power consumption of the air conditioner and do not use an extension cord Make use the unit is leveled Drain water from the drain plug at the back of the air conditioner Remove the intake hose if the outside humidity is high or it is raining Contact Whynter Service Department The fan speed difference is not very noticeable when the compressor is on Try setting the unit to Fan only mode you should be able to hear the difference between high and low fan speed settings ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY amp 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 months to one year customer will be responsible for freight cost to Whvnter s service department along with an explanation of the claim to Whynter LLC Please package the portable air conditioner carefully in its original packaging material to avoid damage in transit Please retain the original box and packaging material Under this warranty Whynter will repair or replace any parts found defective This warranty is not tran
11. d the exhaust hose must be connected to exhaust out the hot air The temperature setting range of this air conditioner is from 61 F to 89 F To set the temperature press the or buttons This air conditioner has a 5 F temperature cushion which if the set temperature is within 5 F of the ambient temperature the unit runs on fan only mode This saves energy and prolongs the life of the compressor of the air conditioner Once the set temperature is achieved the fan runs continuously To set the fan speed press the Fan Speed button In cooling mode the difference in noise level between the 3 fan speeds is not very noticeable when the compressor is on Try setting the unit to Fan only mode you should be able to hear the difference between high and low fan speed settings DEHUMIDIFYING MODE e In this mode the air conditioner only dehumidifies the room the compressor will activate intermittently depending on the ambient temperature and the fan speed is set to LOW To activate this function mode press the Mode Control button until the oO indicator comes on Please note that when switching function mode there will be an approximately 3 minute transition time In dehumidifying mode do not connect the exhaust hose and let the warm air return to the room If room temperature is higher than 77 F the fan speed can be adjusted If room temperature is lower than 77 F the fan speed is set at Low NOTE When using the Dehumidifying mode the air
12. erfere with the signal transmissions between the remote control and the air conditioner e Remove the batteries if the remote control is not used for long periods INSTALLING BATTERIES e Only use two AAA 1 5V Batteries in the remote control e Always change both batteries at the same time To insert the batteries open the flap on the back of the remote control by sliding if off Strictly adhere to the polarity signs on the bottom of the battery housing close the flap once the batteries have been inserted Power Control i N LCD Display On Off Time Temperature Set Control e Used for adjusting the timer and Fan Speed Control temperature e The defaull display on control panel is a set temperature HIGH MED LOW When or key is pressed in cocl mode the set temperature is displayed and may be adjusted re i _ opt e Timer setting is availabe from 1 24 hours On Off Timer Control 3 by prowstier tiie keysa on A In running mode Auto switch off In stand by mode Auto switch on l Press a or button 2 Mode Control to adjust the time setting for 1 hour interval Press this button to change the operation moce in the order of Fahrenheit Celsius button d akk Fa Notes Do not drop the remota control Do not place the remote control in a location exposed to direct sunlight The remote control should be placed about 1 meter or more away from TV or any electical appliances
13. exhaust hose should not be vented to the outside If the warm air is exhausted to the outside cooling may occur Additionally you must manually drain the water from the unit FAN ONLY MODE e In this mode only the fan of the air conditioner runs and circulates the air in the room To activate this function mode press the Mode Control button until the iy indicator comes on In this function mode the temperature cannot be set Subsequently set the desired fan speed by pressing the Fan Speed button Fan Only mode requires that the exhaust hose be removed NOTE The unit does not need to be vented in Fan Only mode 12 Page TIMER DELAYED SWITCH ON OFF FUNCTION e This function mode enables a delayed switch ON or delayed switch OFF of the air conditioner The time hours delay can be set enabled and disabled The timer is adjustable between 1 24 hours SETTING SWITCH OFF TIMER With the air conditioner operating in any function mode press the Timer Control button Then set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the or buttons When the delay time set has elapsed the air conditioner switches off SETTING DELAYED SWITCH ON TIMER With the air conditioner is off press the Timer Control button Then set the desired time delay ON hours by pressing the or buttons When the delay time set has elapsed the air conditioner switches on AUTO RESTART In the event of a power outage the air conditioner restarts at the previously
14. he Pre Filter Reattach the filter frame Insert the assembled filter frame into the unit On a I ee ee a m r l Filter Frame z Activated Carbon filter Pre Filter An optional 3M Antimicrobial Filter can also be purchased to replace the activated carbon filter The 3M M Antimicrobial Filter has an antimicrobial agent helps inhibit the growth of mold and mildew on the filter This filter is electrostatically charged for enhanced particle capture and retention If you are interested in purchasing optional accessories please contact info whynter com for retail sales information 11jPage 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 COOLING MODE In this mode the air conditioner cools and dehumidifies the room To activate this function ade mode press the Mode Control button until the 6 indicator comes on When the cooling mode is set the compressor will start in approximately 3 minutes NOTE In cooling mode hot air is exhausted from the outdoor exhaust port an
15. hynter Service Department Only authorized personnel should replace damaged power cord or power plug e The L C D I power plug for Press the Reset button on the L C D I power plug the unit is tripped e The internal water reservoir Drain water from the air conditioner is full e Possible loose connection Contact Whynter Service Department e Internal fuse has blown The unit turns on but e The room temperature is This unit is designed to work in ambient the compressor does outside of the operational temperatures of 64 F to 95 F not turn on the fan tolerances of the unit runs but the unit is not cooling e The Cooling mode is not on Press the MODE button until the COOL light is shown on the display e The compressor has not Give the compressor 3 minutes to turn on after the turned on yet because of its Cooling mode has been selected time delay e The set temperature is too Set the air conditioner to a lower temperature It is high recommended to set the temperature to at least 59 F of the ambient temperature e The internal water reservoir Either manually drain the water by removing the is full drain plug or allow the unit to exhaust the water itself by running the fan only mode Then cooling will resume 17 Page The air coming out of the unit is not very cold or the airflow volume is weak The unit has worked for a long time but the room is not cold enough The unit is very noisy The unit leaks water
16. ot to be properly closed and locked Additional security measurements may be needed 1 Open window approximately 5 2 Adjust the length of the window bars to the same length and width of the opening of the window Cut the window piece if necessary to fit the length of your window 3 Insert the fixtures through the back grooved side of the window slide bar with holes Line up the 4 holes and tighten the fixtures with 4 screws from the front Fig 1 4 Close the window on the window slide bars For long term installation you may screw the window kit into your window frame 5 Move the unit to the window extend the hoses and attach the other end of the hoses to the window slide bar 6 Align the slots on the hose connectors to the tabs on the fixtures and snap the hoses to the window slide bar Figure 1 10 Page 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 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 FILTER 1 Pull up the pre filter frame Remove the Pre Filter from the filter frame Place the Activated Carbon filter on t
17. r Do NOT use the TEST and RESET buttons to turn the air conditioner on and off 5 Page IDENTIFICATION OF ACCESSORIES ACCESSORY NAME it i li Fixture Hose connector Cover Remote control Optional Intake filter sold separately Optional 3M Antimicrobial filter sold separately 6 Page Screws 8 pieces QUANTITY T Intake and Exhaust hose 2 pieces ji hal 4 pieces 1 set Window slider kit 2 pieces NN Mali AN IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Front 1 Air vent 2 Control panel Rear 3 Evaporator air intake air filter 4 Air intake hose 5 Air exhaust hose 6 Casters 7 Drain port 8 Power cord 7 Page 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 Warming Light LCD Display Power Control Timer Temp Mode Control Sat Control Fan Speed Contral Timer Control f ESEA Power Control Turns the unit on and off Warning Light Condensation water may accumulate in the unit If the internal reservoir becomes full the warning light and the STOP light will come on and the unit will stop until the water is drained Sot g a ma aie Mode Control Controls the 3 function modes COOL DEHUMIDI
18. s the environment Further information about the recycling of this product can be obtained from your local municipal authority 3 Page 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 A DANGER A e Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord e Make sure this unit is connected to a correctly grounded power supply outlet Do not use an extension cord or power strip e 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 e tis recommended to use a separate circuit that its size should be 15 Amps for the air conditioner e Do not use an excessively wet cloth industrial solvents oil based products to clean this portable air conditioner e To avoid the risk of shock the product should never be used in bathrooms shower rooms or in any other steamy or wet areas e Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliances e Do not repair disassemble and or modify the unit by yourself e
19. sferable After the expiration of the warranty the cost of labor and parts will be the responsibility of the original owner of the unit THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER e Acts of God such as fire flood hurricanes earthquakes and tornadoes e Damage accidental or otherwise to the air conditioner while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a defect in material or workmanship e Damage caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions e Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear e Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufacturer e Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITATION OF REMEDIES CUSTOMER S SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE PRODUCT REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AS PROVIDED HEREIN CLAIMS BASED ON IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED TO ONE YEAR OR THE SHORTEST PERIOD ALLOWED BY LAW BUT NOT LESS THAN ONE YEAR WHYNTER SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATION
20. unit ensure it is not turned upside down or greater than 45 or more off level e This unit is designed for household non commercial use only Any other use will void the warranty e Do not plug into the power outlet before set up is completed e Do not operate this unit without the air filter s e Do not use harsh chemicals to clean the filter s Dry thoroughly before inserting the filter s into the unit e 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 e At the end of each season all water must be drained from the unit and filter s must be cleaned before storage THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY IF THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED OPERATING CONDITION ROOM TEMPERATURE Higher than 64 F Higher than 60 F Your portable air conditioner is supplied with a Leakage Current 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 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 Press the RESET button to start the air conditione
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