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Portable Air Conditioner AP13500G Owner’s Manual For more information on other great EdgeStar products on the web, go to https://www.edgestar.com To use the EdgeStar self-diagnostic tool, go to https://support.edgestar.com V2.2-11102017...
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Important Safety Information Improper handling can cause serious damage to the appliance and / or to the user. Please read the following safety information. Electrical Safety Improper handling can cause serious damage to the appliance and/or to the user. Please read the following safety information •...
2. Press the TEST button on the LCDI plug. This should trip the plug and cut the power to the air conditioner. If the plug does not trip and you are able to turn on the unit, please contact EdgeStar support. DO NOT USE YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER IF THE TEST FAILS.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this EdgeStar portable air conditioner. We hope that this purchase will be the beginning of a lasting and rewarding relationship between you and EdgeStar. We will provide the customer support and exemplary products necessary to nurture that relationship.
Preparations for Installing the Window Kit You must vent your portable air conditioner when running it in Cool or Dry (Dehumidify) mode. Your unit includes a window exhaust kit that can be used to vent the unit out of a window. Before you begin, make sure that you have all the parts necessary for installation and that a suitable location is picked.
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2. Assemble Window Panel To assemble the window panel, start by measuring the width of the window opening where the window panel will be installed. • If the inner width of the window is between 22” and 24” wide: o Remove the adjustment panel from the window panel, and cut the window panel to the same width as the window opening.
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3. Attach Foam Seal to Window Panel There are two (2) types of foam seal strips included with your window panel kit. Locate the foam seal that has the adhesive backing. This will be used to minimize air leakage on the top and bottom edges of the window panel.
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• If the inner width of the window is between 36” and 64” wide, attach the window panel to the window sill with four (4) wood screws. 5. Close Window Sash Close the window sash firmly against the window panel. 6.
Installation in a Sliding Window 1. Attach Grille Attach the protective grille (baffle) to the window panel. Push on the grille firmly to ensure that its four raised tabs are attached securely into the window panel. 2. Assemble Window Panel To assemble the window panel, start by measuring the width of the window opening where the window panel will be installed.
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• If the inner width of the window is between 36” and 64” tall: o Attach the extension panel to the window panel. o Slide the adjustment panel to fit the window frame height. 3. Attach Foam Seal to Window Panel There are two (2) types of foam seal strips included with your window panel kit.
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• If the inner width of the window is between 36” and 64” wide, attach window panel to window sill with four (4) wood screws. 5. Close Window Sash • Slide the window sash firmly against the window panel. 6. Attach Window Lock Bracket Ensure that the window sash is closed firmly against the Window Panel.
7. Install Sash Seal • Cut the foam seal to an appropriate length. • Insert the foam seal between the top of the inner window and the outer window to create a proper seal. Note: The sash seal is thicker than the window panel seal and does not include an adhesive backing.
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3. Attach “Joint A” Adapter to Exhaust Hose • Press the round end of Joint A against the open end of the Exhaust Hose. • Rotate the hose counterclockwise into Joint A. 4. Attach Hose Assembly to Unit • Align the cutout tabs on the open end of Joint A with the two tabs located on the air exhaust outlet on the back of the unit.
Notes About the Exhaust Hose Your portable air conditioner is designed to exhaust condensed water that is collected from the air. This water, in either gaseous or droplet form, will be expelled out of the exhaust port of the unit. Please take this into account when deciding how to vent it.
Draining the Unit Moisture that is collected during the Cool and Dry (dehumidify) modes will condense in an internal tank and will then be evaporated and exhausted out of the exhaust hose. In most cases, there will be no need to manually drain your portable air conditioner; however, in humid conditions the internal tank may fill completely which will cause the unit to automatically shut off.
Step 3 Attach one end of the drain hose to the drain port with the pipe hoop provided. Step 4 Insert the rubber plug into the other end of the drain hose, secure it with the pipe hoop and attach it to the drain pipe clip. Manual Drainage When the internal tank is full the LED window will display the error code “H8”.
Finishing Installation 1. Install the Remote Control Holster into the groove located on the side of the unit as shown below. The Remote Control Holster provides a convenient location to store your remote control. 2. Install the Power Cord Hooks by sliding each hook into the grooves located on the back and left side of the unit until they click into place.
Operating Instructions Control Panel Overview On / Off Press this button once to manually turn the unit on. Press this button once more to turn the unit off. Mode Select Press the MODE button to cycle between modes: COOL à DRY à FAN. COOL: Cool indicator is bright.
Remote Control The included universal remote control is used to operate all of your portable air conditioner’s functions. Use the remote control to change modes, fan speed, timer, and temperature settings. Note: Be careful not to drop the remote control. Do not place the remote control in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
Modes and Features Auto When selecting Auto Mode, the air conditioner will operate automatically according to the ambient room temperature. The set temperature is not adjustable in AUTO mode. This is the default mode of operation when the unit is powered on. Cool If the ambient temperature drops below the temperature you selected, the compressor turns off and the unit functions with the fan only.
Sleep Pressing the Sleep button on the remote will turn Sleep mode on or off. The Sleep Mode can be activated when in Cool Mode and will not operate when in Fan Mode. When operating in Cool Mode, the Sleep function will slowly raise the Temp Control by 4° Fahrenheit over the initial 2 hour Sleep Mode period.
Cleaning the Pre-Filters Your portable air conditioner ships with pre-filters to help remove dust and other particles from the air. It is necessary to clean the pre-filters periodically. Depending on the environment in which the unit is operating, it may be required to check and clean the filters on a weekly basis. To clean the pre-filter, follow the steps below: 1.
Energy Saving Guide Read and follow the guide below to get the best performance and efficiency from your portable air conditioner: • Do not cover the air outlet (exhaust) while the unit is in use. • Do not place the unit in front of curtains or drapes to ensure they do not obstruct the air intake.
Troubleshooting Follow the troubleshooting guide below to resolve common issues. Issue Possible Cause Solution My air conditioner is not The unit is not receiving Make sure the unit is plugged functioning at all. power. in to a grounded outlet. The LCDI power cord is Press the Reset button on the tripped.
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Issue Possible Cause Solution My air conditioner is not cooling The unit is not operating in Set the unit to be in cooling at all. cooling mode. mode, and lower the set temperature (pg. 19). The compressor is not on. The compressor may take up to 3 minutes to turn on, or longer if it is too warm.
Error Codes The air conditioner may display an error code if it is not operating correctly. Below are the list of error codes and their description. Error Code Possible Cause Solution The water reservoir is full. Drain and empty the water reservoir. If the “H8”...
Specifications Description of product Portable Air Conditioner Model AP13500G Voltage / Frequency AC 115 V ~ 60 Hz Input Power 1465 W Cooling Current 11.5 A Cooling Capacity (SACC) 6800 BTU Cooling Capacity (ASHRAE) 13500 BTU Color Grey Coolant R-410A...
New Portable Air Conditioner BTU’s You may notice that the cooling capacities (in British Thermal Units or BTU’s) labeled on portable air conditioners (PAC’s) are now lower than on models produced prior to October 1, 2017. This is because the labeling on new productions of PAC’s must follow a new federal test standard that was established by the Department of Energy: 10 CFR 430, subpart B, appendix The SACC rating shown on your new PAC is a result of this new standard.
PARTS: For a period of ONE (1) YEAR from the date of original purchase, EdgeStar will supply new, rebuilt, or refurbished parts free of charge. EdgeStar may request a defective part be returned in exchange for the replacement part. All replacement parts or products will be new, remanufactured, or refurbished.
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