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Perfectaire 1PEC5000 User Manual

Perfectaire 1PEC5000 User Manual

Window air conditioner

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USER MANUAL
FOR MODEL:
1PEC5000
WINDOW
AIR CONDITIONER
Before using your air conditioner, please
read this manual carefully and keep it for
future reference, along with your receipt.

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  • Page 1 WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER USER MANUAL FOR MODEL: 1PEC5000 Before using your air conditioner, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference, along with your receipt.
  • Page 2 CONSUMER PRODUCT INFORMATION For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual and complete the following: Model Number: _____________________________________ Serial Number: _______________________________________ Purchase Date: ____________________________________ Store Purchased: _____________________________________ Installation Date: ___________________________________ Installation Co.: _______________________________________ Installer Name: _____________________________________ Installer Phone No.: ___________________________________...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..............1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...........3 PARTS DIAGRAM ................4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .............5 AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES ............8 NORMAL SOUNDS ................9 CARE AND CLEANING ..............10 TROUBLESHOOTING ...............11 This manual provides the information needed for proper use and mainte- nance of this air conditioner. Basic preventative care can help extend the life of this unit.
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS READ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION 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. The seriousness is classified by the following indications. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY. THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE MODERATE INJURY TO YOUR PERSON, OR DAMAGE TO YOUR UNIT OR OTHER PROPERTY.
  • Page 5 CAUTIONS When removing air filter, DO NOT touch metal parts of Doing so may cause an injury.  the unit. DO NOT clean with water. Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation  causing an electric shock. Ensure proper ventilation, especially in rooms with a Failure to do so may result in an oxygen shortage. ...
  • Page 6: Important Safety Instructions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE : WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY: Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable The power supply cord with this air vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliances. conditioner contains a current detection device designed to reduce the risk of fire. Please refer to the section WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS “Operation of Current Device” (below) for details. In the event that the power To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using supply cord is damaged, it cannot be your air conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the following: repaired.
  • Page 7: Parts Diagram

    PARTS DIAGRAM 1. CABINET 2. TOP RAIL 3. SLIDING ACCORDION PANEL 4. CONTROL PANEL 5. POWER CORD 6. FRONT GRILLE (Air filter is located behind the front grille) 7. FILTER 8. LEFT/RIGHT AIR DIRECTION FIN 9. AIR INLET NOTE: All of the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purposes only.
  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN CAUTION Read these instructions completely and carefully. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. IMPORTANT- Save these instructions. Do not change the plug on the power cord of the air IMPORTANT- Observe all governing codes conditioner.
  • Page 9 STEP 1: TOP RAIL Higher Side • Remove the air conditioner and top rail from the carton. Place them on a flat surface. • Align the holes in the top rail with those on the top of the unit. • Secure the top rail to the unit with three of the 3/8 inch short screws (A), as shown in diagram to the right. • NOTE: Higher side of the top rail should be facing the inside of the room. 3x Small STEP 2: Screws (A) (3/8 in.) ACCORDION PANEL...
  • Page 10 STEP 3: Measure from the cabinet edge INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE WINDOW H: Approx. 3/4ʺ to 1ʺ • Carefully lift air conditioner and place the unit INSIDE into the window opening so the bottom of the air conditioner frame is against the window sill. Close the window behind the top rail of the unit.
  • Page 11: Air Conditioner Features

    AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. QUICK START To begin operating the air conditioner, follow these steps: 1. Set the thermostat to the highest number (coldest or cooler setting). 2. Set the operation control to the highest COOL setting. 3. Adjust the louver for comfortable air flow. (See “Air Directional Louvers” below.) 4. Once the room has cooled, adjust the thermostat to the setting you find most comfortable. 5. Make sure that the air flow inside and outside are not obstructed. CONTROL PANEL THERMOSTAT/TEMPERATURE The thermostat is used to set the desired room temperature from 1 –...
  • Page 12: Normal Sounds

    NORMAL SOUNDS HIGH PITCHED CHATTER High efficiency compressors VIBRATION may have a high pitched chatter Unit may vibrate and make during the cooling cycle. noise because of poor wall or window construction or incorrect SOUND OF RUSHING AIR installation. This DOES NOT At the front of the unit, indicate a defective unit. the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan may be heard.
  • Page 13: Care And Cleaning

    CARE AND CLEANING CAUTION Clean air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking and operating like new. Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards. NOTE: If the air filter screen is blocked by dust, the performance of the unit will be affected, the unit will be louder than normal, and power consumption will increase. Therefore, periodic cleaning of the air filter screen is necessary. CLEANING THE AIR FILTER The air filter should be cleaned throughout the operational season. It is recommended that the air filter screen be cleaned once every two weeks. Trapped particles in the filter can build up and cause an accumulation of frost on the cooling coils. • Remove the filter by sliding it out from the right-hand side (shown in figure to the right). • Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse filter thoroughly. • Gently shake excess water from the filter. Be sure the filter is thoroughly dry before replacing.
  • Page 14: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE, PLEASE REVIEW THE CHART BELOW ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSES • Be sure unit is not too large or too small for the area of the room. • Verify that all doors, windows, curtains and any other openings are closed. Verify nothing is obstructing the front grille of unit, such as curtains, etc. • Allow enough time for room to cool, especially if outside temp is very high or there are a lot of people in the room. • Check that the filter is not dirty and louvers are open all the way and blowing in the AIR CONDITIONER NOT desired direction.
  • Page 15 The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for product improvement. Consult with the sales agency or manufacturer for details.
  • Page 16 Distributed by: Perfect Aire, LLC 5401 Dansher Rd. Countryside, IL 60525 844-4PA-AIRE | 844-472-2473 www.perfectaire.us PA/User_1PEC5000/11212017 Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice. Printed in China...