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- Page 1 USER GUIDE 10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ........26 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your NS-AC10PWH8 or NS-AC12PWH8 represents the state of the art in portable air conditioner design and is designed for reliable and trouble-free performance. -
Page 3: Important Safety Instructions
10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within your portable air conditioner. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying your portable air conditioner. - Page 4 NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 14 Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This could result in an electric shock. 15 Unplug the power cord by holding the plug, never by pulling the cord. 16 Do not turn the machine on or off by plugging or unplugging the power cord.
- Page 5 10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner • Turn the machine off and unplug it before cleaning, moving, or servicing • To avoid injury, do not allow children or other individuals with special needs to touch or operate the machine. The machine should only be used with adult supervision.
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Page 6: Electrical Safety
The circuit breaker should be tested periodically by pressing the TEST button then the RESET button. If the TEST button does not cause the circuit breaker to trip, or if the RESET button will not stay engaged, unplug the air conditioner immediately and contact an Insignia technician. Preferred grounding method Make sure that a proper ground exists before use. - Page 7 10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Temporary grounding Due to potential safety hazards, we strongly discourage the use of an adapter plug. If an adapter plug must be used for a temporary connection, use only a UL-listed adapter with a minimum capacity of 110-120V~60Hz, 10A and 1150W.
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Page 8: Features
NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 Features Package contents • 8,000, 10,000, or 12,000 Btu portable air conditioner • Exhaust hose with diffuser • Window seal plate assembly (window seal plates [2], security bracket, and four screws [two type A, one type B (big head), and one type C]) •... -
Page 9: Main Components
10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Main components The power cord length shown is not to scale. Item Description Handles (left and right) Provides a convenient grip when moving your air conditioner. Air inlet Allows air to enter the air conditioner. Do not block. Control panel and display Displays air conditioner settings. -
Page 10: Control Panel
NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 Control panel Item Description TIMER button Press to set the air conditioner to turn on or off automatically. Press to cycle the air conditioner through the available modes. Options include COOL, MODE button FAN, DRY, and AUTO. Remote control receiver Receives signals from the remote control. Do not block. -
Page 11: Remote Control
10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Remote control Item Description Speed settings Press to select the high, mid, or low setting. Swing Press to turn on the automatic oscillation. Timer Press to set the air conditioner to turn on or off automatically. Auto Press to set the air conditioner to AUTO mode. -
Page 12: Setting Up Your Portable Air Conditioner
NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 Setting up your portable air conditioner Remove and store (optional) packing materials for reuse. Remove any shipping tape before using the air conditioner. Remove tape residue with liquid dish soap and a damp cloth. Do not use sharp tools, alcohol, thinners, or abrasive cleaners to remove adhesive, which could damage the finish. -
Page 13: Placing Your Air Conditioner
10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Placing your air conditioner Place the unit on a flat, dry area near a window, so you can use the hose and diffuser to connect the air conditioner to the window installation kit in order to vent the exhaust air outside. -
Page 14: Installing Your Air Conditioner
NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 Installing your air conditioner 1 Screw the exhaust duct assembly to the air outlet on the back of your portable air conditioner. The power cord length shown is not to scale. 2 Measure the window size. 3 Adjust the length of the window sealing plate to fit the window opening and secure it with a screw. - Page 15 10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 5 Insert the diffuser into the vent panel, then slide it down/left until it clicks into place. Small gap First insert Second slide www.insigniaproducts.com...
- Page 16 NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 6 If desired, attach the diffuser to the vent panel with a type C screw. Type C screw • For optimum performance, do not twist the venting hose. For better efficiency, shorten the hose, if possible. Caution The exhaust duct is designed especially for this air conditioner.
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Page 17: Using Your Portable Air Conditioner
10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 7 If desired, install the security bracket with the type B screw. Type B screw Security bracket Using your portable air conditioner Inserting the batteries in the remote control 1 Press down on the arrow on the back of the remote control, then slide the battery compartment cover from the battery compartment. -
Page 18: Using The Air Conditioner
NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 3 Reinstall the battery compartment cover, making sure the tab locks into place. Notes • Use only carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. • When you replace the batteries, always replace them with new batteries. No not mix old and new batteries. - Page 19 10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Button Description COOL and DRY modes–press to adjust the temperature setting up to 86°F (30°C) or down to 62°F (17°C), in one degree increments. The temperature can be switched between Fahrenheit and Celsius by pressing at the same time, or by pressing the °F/°C switching button on the remote control.
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Page 20: Troubleshooting
High Cool. The air conditioner runs The area to be cooled is too Consult your Insignia technician for the air conditioner capacity too often or too long large for the air conditioner. required to cool the desired area. -
Page 21: Intelligent Error Indication
10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Problem Possible cause Possible solution The venting hose is hot When the air conditioner runs This is normal. continuously for a long time, the hose becomes hot. The air conditioner is The unit may seem rather loud This is the sound of the compressor starting up and is normal. -
Page 22: Cleaning The Case
NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 Cleaning the case • Wipe the case with a slightly damp cloth, then wipe dry with a dry cloth. Caution To prevent damage to the finish, do not use: • Gasoline, benzine, thinner, or other similar solvents. • Abrasive cleaners. -
Page 23: Emptying The Water Collection Tank
10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 2 Clean the filter with a vacuum cleaner. If the filter is very dirty, it can be washed by hand in warm water with a mild detergent. Cautions • Do not use harsh cleaners or very hot water. •... - Page 24 NS-AC10PWH8/ NS-AC12PWH8 2 Move your air conditioner to a location where a suitable drain is available or place a drain pan under the unit that is capable of holding up to 1.3 pints (.6 liters) of water. Drain outlet Filter case The power cord length shown is not to scale.
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Page 25: Storing Your Air Conditioner
10,000 or 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Storing your air conditioner If your air conditioner will not be used for an extended period of time, we suggest that you prepare it for storage by doing the following: 1 Unplug your air conditioner. 2 Remove the rubber plug and drain the water collection tank completely. -
Page 26: One-Year Limited Warranty
Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Insignia repair center or store personnel, Insignia will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts. - Page 27 Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance • Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply • Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product • Products sold “as is” or “with all faults” •...
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