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Model# APA08ZCW
Portable Air Conditioner
Owner's Manual
Thank you for selecting our high-quality portable air conditioner from Avista.
Before use, please read this entire manual carefully for information regarding
setting up your portable A/C, operating it, and tips on regular maintenance.
For any problems, please refer to the Limited Warranty Information at the
back of the manual or contact a professional service technician.

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Summary of Contents for Avista APA08ZCW

  • Page 1 Model# APA08ZCW Portable Air Conditioner Owner’s Manual Thank you for selecting our high-quality portable air conditioner from Avista. Before use, please read this entire manual carefully for information regarding setting up your portable A/C, operating it, and tips on regular maintenance.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Safety Precautions Precautions....................1 Important Safety Tips.................3 Product Introduction Major Components and Parts..............6 Control Panel and Remote Control.............7 Use of Product Setup and Installation.................8 Product Operation..................13 Cleaning and Maintenance Water Drainage..................15 Maintenance....................15 General Troubleshooting Diagnosis of Common Failures..............18 Troubleshooting ..................18 Technical Specification Fuse Parameters..................19...
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions The meaning of the icons used in this manual is as follows: For you and your families’ health and safety, please do not perform these actions. For you and your families’ health and safety, please take note and follow these recommendations. Precautions Precautions Do not use this machine outdoors.
  • Page 4 Please do not clean this machine with any Please do not operate this machine with types of waxes, diluents or harsh detergents. wet hands. Only use a lightly damp cloth to wipe it down. For your health, please do not drink any Please clean air filters regularly.
  • Page 5: Important Safety Tips

    Important safety tips Before use, please check for any damage Be careful not to damage the power cord on the power cord and make sure the or the outlet plug; and do not insert plug voltage of the outlet is compatible with into any loose power sockets or outlets.
  • Page 6 Always power down the machine before Do not turn the machine on and off by unplugging the power cord. plugging and unplugging the power cord. Please do not plug into a single surge Please keep the power line away from protector with other heavy power draw a heater it can cause electric shock or fire.
  • Page 7 Please do not insert any bodily parts or Please do not allow any water to enter hard objects into any of the intake or electrical parts of this machine. exhaust vents. If water enters inside of the machine, Always unplug the power plug before please shut it down immediately and wiping, cleaning, moving, or replacing disconnect the plug, and then contact a...
  • Page 8: Product Introduction

    Product Introduction Major Components and Parts Air Deflecting Blades Control Panel Exhuast Vent Caster Wheels Power Cord Holder Upper Filter Air Inlet Remote Control Lower Filter Power Cord Drain Plug Exhaust Hose Assembly Window Seal Plate Assembly...
  • Page 9: Control Panel And Remote Control

    Control panel and remote control ower on/off button ress this button to turn on or off the air conditioner. Mode selection Button Pressing this button will cycle between COOL, DRY and FAN modes. C Conversion button Pressing this button will change the temperature display F and between Temperature and time UP/DOWN button...
  • Page 10: Use Of Product

    Use of Product Setup and installation Initial Setup • Place the air conditioner on a flat, even floor close to the window that you plan on venting the exhaust air. • In order to maintain the best performance of the air conditioner, please leave a space of at least 20in all around the machine.
  • Page 11 Step 1: 1. Measure dimensions of window; 2. Adjust the length of the window seal plate so that it fits the dimensions of the window; 3. After finding the correct fit for the length of the window seal plate, lock it into place by using the included screw.
  • Page 12 Small notch Screw Then slide and lock First insert Step 4: Click the exhaust hose assembly (exhaust flat nozzle end) into the window seal plate assembly and secure using the included screw. Horizontal Sliding Vertical Sliding Overall effect diagram after assembly...
  • Page 13 Incorrect installation Correct installation of the exhaust hose is very important, and incorrect installation will affect normal operation of the air conditioner negatively. Make sure to keep the exhaust hose as straight as possible to allow for the smoothest air flow inside the hose. Warning: The exhaust hose that is included with this unit is specifically designed for this A/C model and should not be replaced by a non-compatible exhaust hose or extended in...
  • Page 14 Warning: 1. Please do not use any battery if you notice any type of damage or any leakage. 2. Chemical substances inside a battery may cause burns or other health hazards. If any fluid contacts your skin or clothes, please wash thoroughly with water immediately. If any fluid is consumed or contacts your mouth, please wash out your mouth with water immediately, and go to the hospital right away for further inspection.
  • Page 15: Product Operation

    Product Operation COOL mode •After powering on the air conditioner, the default mode should be in on the machine or the COOL mode. You can press the mode button remote control to cycle through the different modes until you are in the COOL mode, and the indicator light will be on.
  • Page 16 Timer mode •In standby state, pressing the TIMER button will set the timer startup time. Press the UP/DOWN button to adjust the timer startup time (30 minute increments up to 3 hours, and then 1 hour increments from 3 hours up to 24 hours), and the timer indicator lamp will show if the timer is on.
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Maintenance

    Cleaning and Maintenance Water Drainage This air conditioner includes an automati c water evaporation system by using the condensate circulation to cool condenser. This helps improve cooling efficiency as well as save energy. When the bucket inside the machine is full of water, the display screen will flash “FL”...
  • Page 18: Air Filter

    Air Filter Please clean out the air filters regularly. Once every 2 weeks is recommended as dust buildup in the filter will reduce the efficiency of the air conditioner. Here are the steps to clean out the air filter: 1. As shown in the diagrams below; remove the upper and lower air-inlet grilles, and then remove the corresponding air filters;...
  • Page 19 Seasonal maintenance If you do not need to use this machine for a while, and it will be sitting idly for a long time, here is how you can store the unit to make sure you maintain the unit in good condition for future use. 1.
  • Page 20: Diagnosis Of Common Failures

    Diagnosis of Common Failures Error codes Multifunction detection Failure of coil temperature sensor Failure of indoor temperature sensor Anti-freeze protection: if the coil temperature falls below 32 ℉ , the unit will shut down. As the coil temperature rises again above 46.4 ℉ , the unit should return back to normal operation.
  • Page 21: Technical Specification

    Failures Possible causes Solutions Power Cord is not connected to Connect the power cord and power on the power outlet. the A/C. Unplug the power cord and drain the waste water that has accumulated in The air conditioner The display screen shows the drain bucket.
  • Page 22: Physical Dimensions

    Physical Dimensions The above Technical Dimensions are subject to change without...
  • Page 23: Limited Warranty Inforamtion

    3. All returned Products must be accompanied by a valid RMA number located on the exterior of the package. C. Exclusive Remedy During the Warranty Period, Avista Group Corpor on will, at its op on and as your exclusive remedy for breach of this Limited Warranty or any implied warran es:...
  • Page 24 No other warran es or condi ons are made with respect to the Product or warranty services by any person, including but not limited to Avista Group Corpora on and its suppliers. No other informa on...
  • Page 25 BY YOU IN CONNECTION WITH THIS AGREEMENT, THEN, THE LIABILITY OF AVISTA GROUP CORPORATION WILL BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT EQUAL TO THE INVOICE AMOUNT PAID BY YOU TO AVISTA GROUP CORPORATION OR AN AVISTA GROUP CORPORATION AUTHORIZED RESELLER FOR THE PRODUCT.

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