Summary of Contents for Black & Decker BPACT08 SERIES
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8,000 & 10,000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER INSTRUCTION MANUAL CATALOG NUMBER BPACT08** BPACT10** Thank you for choosing BLACK+DECKER! PLEASE READ BEFORE RETURNING THIS PRODUCT FOR ANY REASON. If you have a question or experience a problem with your BLACK+DECKER purchase, go to www.blackanddecker.com/instantanswers If you can’t find the answer or do not have access to the Internet, call 844-299-0879 from 10:30 a.m.
CONTENTS SAFETY INFORMATION Important Safety Instructions ............................3-4 Grounding Instructions ................................. 5 Safety Guidelines ..............................6 Power Cord Operation ............................7 SET UP & USE Parts & Features ..................................8 Specifications ................................9 Installation Guide ..............................9 Window Slider Kit Installation .......................... 10 Exhaust Hose Installation .............................11 Control Panel ................................12 Operating from the Control Panel ......................
SAFETY INFORMATION DANGER WARNING CAUTION DANGER - Immediate hazards WARNING - Hazards or unsafe CAUTION - Hazards or unsafe which WILL result in severe practices which COULD result in practices which COULD result in personal injury or death severe personal injury or death minor personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING...
SAFETY INFORMATION HANDLING ALKALINE BATTERIES WARNING When handling alkaline batteries, basic safety precautions should be followed, including the following Should fluid from the battery accidentally get into your eyes, there is a threat of loss of eyesight, do not rub them. Immediately rinse your eyes with clean tap water and then consult a physician immediately.
SAFETY INFORMATION GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS The electrical requirements are a 115 volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15 amp. It is recommended that a separate circuit serving only the product be provided. The product is equipped with a 3-wire cord having a 3-prong grounding plug. It must be plugged into a wall receptacle that is properly installed and grounded.
SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY GUIDELINES To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage. ALWAYS DO THIS NEVER DO THIS ENERGY SAVE •...
SAFETY INFORMATION POWER CORD OPERATION The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord. To test your supply cord follow these steps: 1. Plug in the Air Conditioner. 2. The power supply cord head has two buttons, a TEST button and a RESET button.
SET UP & USE PARTS & FEATURES Control Panel and Remote Control Sensor Air Outlet Grill Handles Filter Air Exhaust Hose Housing Plug Intake Grill Condensation Drain Castors (4) Air Exhaust Hose Hose Outlet Hose Inlet Castor Locks Metal Locking Screw Metal Locking Screw Drip Pan...
SET UP & USE SPECIFICATIONS BPACT08 / BPACT10 • Unit Dimensions (W x D x H): 11.5” x 16.5” x 26” • Unit Weight: Approx. 52.9 lbs. / 57.3 lbs. • Electric Requirements: 115V ~ 60Hz INSTALLATION GUIDE LOCATION • The air conditioner should be placed on a firm floor to minimize noise and vibration.
SET UP & USE WINDOW SLIDER KIT 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 improvise/modify some aspect of the installation procedures for certain types of window.
SET UP & USE EXHAUST HOSE INSTALLATION The air exhaust hose and hose inlet must be installed or removed from the portable air conditioner in accordance with the way it is being used: COOL, AUTO, DEHUMIDIFY: Air exhaust hose and hose inlet should be connected to the portable air conditioner.
SET UP & USE CONTROL PANEL Display Area Fan Speed Selected Mode Indicator Light Indicator Light Mode Selection Fan Speed Button Selection Button ON/OFF Decrease Temp/Time Increase Temp/Time Button Button Pictures are for illustration purpose only. Your model may or may not have all the features. OPERATING FROM THE CONTROL PANEL The Control Panel enables you to manage all the main functions of the appliance, but to fully exploit its potential, you must use the remote...
SET UP & USE COOL MODE FAN MODE Ideal for hot muggy weather Adjust fan speed by pressing when you need to cool and the Fan Speed button as dehumidify the room. To set described for the cool mode. Fig. 9 Fig.
SET UP & USE CONTROL PANEL ON REMOTE CONTROL Sleep Indicator Indicator Mode Indicator Indicator Timer On/Off Power Indicator Button Mode Button Increase Decrease Timer Button Sleep Fan Speed Button Button Blank ˚C / ˚F Button Selector Button CORRECT USE Point the remote control at the receiver on the appliance.
SET UP & USE OPERATING FROM THE REMOTE CONTROL The first part of the controls on the remote control are the same as those on the control panel of the appliance. You should therefore refer to the instructions in the chapter Operating from the Control Panel to turn the appliance on and select the operating mode (Cool, Dry, Fan) and the fan speed.
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SET UP & USE MAX FUNCTION - Ideal for the summer to cool rooms rapidly. - Activate by simply pressing the MAX button - The appliance operates in cool mode at fan speed auto. While this function is selected, it is not possible to set the temperature or change fan speed.
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SET UP & USE PROGRAMMED SHUTDOWN - With the appliance on, press the TIMER button, the TIMER is displayed under - Set the time when you want the appliance to switch off using the buttons (from 30 minutes to 24 hours) - During the first ten hours you can select half intervals.
SET UP & USE WATER DRAINAGE METHOD This air conditioner is equipped with the very latest MIST technology which means the water tank nearly never fills, hence water drainage will generally only be required at the end of the season (see START-END OF SEASON OPERATIONS on page 19.
SET UP & USE CLEANING Before cleaning or maintenance, turn the appliance off by pressing the button on the control panel or button on the remote control. Wait for a few minutes then unplug from the electrical outlet. CLEANING THE CABINET You should clean the appliance with a slightly damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth.
TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE IF THE AIR CONDITIONER FAILS TO OPERATE: A) Check to make sure that the air conditioner is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely.
TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY Troubleshoot your problem by using the chart below. If the air conditioner still does not work properly, contact W Appliance Co. customer service center or the nearest authorized service center. Customers must never troubleshoot internal components. TROUBLE POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE REMEDY Unit does not start when...
TROUBLESHOOTING & WARRANTY LIMITED WARRANTY Any repair, replacement, or warranty service, 13. Food loss for loss due to product failure or delay in service, repair or and all questions about this product should be replacement. directed to W Appliance Co. at 844-299-0879 14.
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