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User Manual Portable Air Conditioner Before using your TOSOT Portable Air Conditioner please read this user manual in its entirety. MO DEL NUMBERS GPC08AO-A3NNA1A GPC09AO-A3NNA1A...
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Welcome to the TOSOT Direct Family! We’re extremely happy to welcome you as a new member of our family! Please read the tips below before using your product for the first time. Tips for First-Time Use 1. The portable air conditioner is a heavy object, which needs two or more people to lift and install.
Table of Contents ------------------------------------------- Safety and Instructions ------------------------------------------- Installation and Setup --------------------------------------- Electrical Safety Warning --------------------------------------------------- Parts Description ------------------------------------------------------------ Operation ----------------------------------------------------- Control Panel -------------------------------------------------- Remote Control ------------------------------------------- Combination Buttons ----------------------------------------- Replacing the Batteries ----------------------------------------------------------- Installation ---------------------------------------------------- Tools Required ---------------------------------------------------------- Parts List ------------------------------------------------ Installing Your AC ------------------------------------...
This includes exposed wiring on a damaged cord or electrical plugin. All repairs and servicing must be performed by qualified service personnel. Use only authorized TOSOT factory OEM parts. ● Keep the product away from fire. Do not store or use flammable gases or materials near the appliance.
● Only use the appliance in an upright position. Make sure the angle of inclination <10°. Always place the appliance on a stable, flat, level surface to prevent the air conditioner from overturning. Electrical Safety Warning ● If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or an authorized technical service center in order to avoid all risk.
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LCDI Power Plug (Leakage Current Detection and Interruption) The power cord used with this air conditioner contains a current detection device designed to reduce the risk of fire. In the event that the power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired. The power supply cord must be replaced with a replacement cord received from the manufacturer by a trained service technician.
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● Open space around the air conditioner should be at least 12 inches (30cm) to ensure airflow. ● Please keep the air inlet and air outlet clean and free from obstacles. ● During operation, close doors and windows to improve the cooling effect in the room.
Parts Description Control Panel Airflow Louver Handles Filter Air Inlet Continuous Drainage Port Power Cord Power Cord Hooks Manual Drainage Port Wheels T-ON T-OFF AUTO SWING COOL SLEEP OPER LOCK AUTO SPEED HEAT ON/OFF MODE SWING SLEEP TIMER Remote Control...
Operation Control Panel Fan Button Timer Button Swing Button Mode Button +/- Button On/Off Button...
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Fan Button Pressing this button will cycle the fan speed through one of 4 fan modes, as shown below: low speed medium speed high speed auto fan Swing Button Press this button and the airflow louver will swing up & down automatically. Press it again to turn off the swing function.
Remote Control The max range of the remote control is 25 feet with no obstacles or interference from other devices, such as wireless phones or fluorescent lamps. The air conditioner will emit a beep sound if the signal from the remote has been received successfully.
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+/- Button ● Pressing the “+” or “-” button will increase/decrease the set temperature by 1°F. Holding the button for 2 seconds will cause the temperature to change rapidly. Release the button once your desired temperature is reached. ● After pressing the Timer button, each press of the +/- button will increase/ decrease the time by 0.5 hours.
Combination Buttons Light Function Press and hold the “+” and “FAN” buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds to turn the lights on the air conditioner on or off. The default setting after being powered on is for the lights to be on. Child Lock Function Press the “+”...
Installation Tools Required Phillips head screwdriver Tape measure Scissors Pencil Parts List Accessory kit for window installation Window panel Adjustment panel Joint Exhaust Hose Rear Clip Exhaust cover Mounting Plate Insect Guard Screw x 4pcs Extension panel x 2pcs Fixed Clip Foam Seal A Foam Seal B Rain Guard...
Accessory kit for installing the drain hose Drain Hose Drain connector Others T-ON T-OFF COOL SLEEP OPER LOCK SPEED ON/OFF MODE X-FAN SLEEP TIMER Power Cord Hook Remote Control x2pcs Installing Your AC Here are the detailed instructions for installing the window panel into sliding sash or hung windows.
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2. Attach the insect guard to the back side of the window panel. Push in to ensure that it fits securely. If you do not want to install the rain guard, skip to Step 4 below. 3. Optional: Install the rain guard over the insect guard to prevent rainwater from leaking into the exhaust hose.
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b. Insert the insect guard firmly to ensure that the four projections fit into the holes of the window panel. Make sure that Side A is on the top. Double-hung sash window Sliding sash window Projection "A" Window panel Window panel "A"...
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5.Installing the Window Panel(s) This window installation kit comes with 3 panels to adjust to your exact window size. You may not need to use all three panels. To begin, please refer to the guide below: ● If your window is less than 28 inches long you only need the window panel. You may need to saw off part of the window panel if your window is smaller than the window panel length.
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a. Find the adjustment panel (with two grooves on each end), and a Fixed Clip and Mounting Plate. b. Insert the fixed clip into the groove of the adjustment panel. c. Slide the fixed clip into the groove of the window panel and slide the fixed clip until there is no gap between the two panels.
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6. Insert the window panel into the window sill and close the window securely against the Window panel. 7. Stuff Foam Seal A (non adhesive) between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room. Foam Seal A 8.
Please note that the exhaust hose is REQUIRED to use for this portable air conditioner. This TOSOT portable air conditioner (like all air conditioners) must produce heat as a byproduct of producing cool air. If you don’t connect the exhaust hose your unit will exhaust this hot air into the room you are trying to cool.
Our suggested configuration is shown below. about 24 inches Removing Collected Water TOSOT portable air conditioner comes with an auto-evaporation system.The unit automatically evaporates condensation. There is no need to empty the water except in humid conditions. Manual Drainage When it is filled with water, the display panel will show an H8 malfunction code to remind you to drain the water.
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Bottom drainage port Continuous Drainage Water can be drained into a floor drain by attaching a drain hose (included) to the continuous drain port. 1. Remove the continuous drain cap by turning it counter clockwise, then remove the rubber plug from the spout.
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2. Screw the drain connector(included) into the spout by turning clockwise. 2. Insert the drain hose into the drain connector. Note: When using the continuous drainage option make sure that the air conditioner is located on a flat, level surface and that the drain hose is directed downwards and clear of any obstructions.
Installing the Power Cord Hooks Attach the two power cord hooks on the back of the unit using the included screws and wrap the power cord around the power cord hooks when not in use. power cord hooks Insert the cord here...
Cleaning and Maintenance Precautions ● Before cleaning the air conditioner, please turn off the unit and disconnect power. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock. ● Do not wash the air conditioner with water. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock. ● Do not use volatile liquid (such as thinner or gas) to clean the air conditioner. Otherwise, it may damage the appearance of the air conditioner.
3. Reinstall the filter After the filter has dried completely, reinstall back into the air conditioner. Note: ● Clean the filter at least every three months. ● Do not touch the metal fins in the air conditioner after removing the filter as they may cause personal injury.
Troubleshooting Issues Self check Possible solutions The unit is experiencing the 3-Minute Compressor Protection. Whether the unit is Wait for 3min, and then turn on restarted up after the unit again. For a detailed Air conditioner stopping immediately? explanation, please refer to can't operate the answers below the diagram.
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“pop-pop” sound What is 3-Minute Compressor Protection? All TOSOT Air Conditioners have a 3-Minute Compressor Protection feature to help extend the lifespan of your unit. You may notice this happening when the unit is not blowing cold air or you can’t hear the sound of the compressor. Below are some situations where the 3-Minute Protection Mode will be activated: A.
Malfunction Codes Error code Possible causes Trouble shooting Refrigerant leakage Ambient temperature sensor malfunction Please contact the Evaporator temperature manufacture for help. sensor malfunction Exhaust hose temperature sensor malfunction 1. Check if the unit is under a high-temperature and high- humidity environment;...
Warranty & Customer Support Warranty Information 1. 1-Year warranty: TOSOT Portable Air Conditioner comes with a 1-year warranty from the date of purchase. This warranty covers manufacturing and material defects. Please visit https://tosotdirect.com/warranty for more details. 2. Additional 6-Month warranty extension: You can get a 6-month warranty extension by registering your new product at www.tosotdirect.com/extend.
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