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- Page 1 Portable Air Conditioner PACI12020HSV Owner’s Manual For more information on other great Koldfront or EdgeStar products on the web, go to http://www.edgestar.com To use the self-diagnostic tool, go to https://support.edgestar.com V2.1 – 05062019...
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information Improper handling can cause serious damage to the Koldfront Portable Air Conditioner and/or injury to the user. Please read the following safety information. ELECTRICAL SAFETY This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not use the unit in extremely humid or wet environments. -
Page 3: Operation Of Safety Plug
Operation of Safety Plug Note: Electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please contact your local recycling center for more information about how to recycle electronic waste. Your portable air conditioner is supplied with a Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption (LCDI) safety plug. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Important Safety Information ........................ ii Operation of Safety Plug ........................iii Table of Contents ............................ iv Introduction ............................1 Parts Identification ..........................2 FRONT VIEW ............................2 BACK VIEW .............................. 2 Window Kit Installation Instructions ...................... 3 PREPARATIONS FOR INSTALLING THE WINDOW KIT................3 WINDOW KIT PARTS LIST ........................ - Page 5 First Time Operating Instructions: Before use, make sure all packaging labels and materials are removed from the unit. Be sure to keep track of all included parts and pieces before discarding packaging materials. It is advised that you keep the original box and packaging materials in case you need to move or ship the appliance in the future.
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Page 6: Introduction
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Koldfront by 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. -
Page 7: Parts Identification
Parts Identification FRONT VIEW BACK VIEW Caution: Make sure the drain plug is firmly installed before using the unit to prevent leaking. -
Page 8: Window Kit Installation Instructions
Window Kit Installation Instructions PREPARATIONS FOR INSTALLING THE WINDOW KIT You must vent your portable air conditioner when running it in cooling mode or heat mode (certain models). Your unit includes a window exhaust kit that can be used to vent the unit out of a window. Before you begin, make sure you have all the parts necessary for installation. -
Page 9: Installation Location
INSTALLATION LOCATION If you have multiple windows, choose one that is near an electrical outlet that will be able to provide sufficient power to your unit. See the power requirements listed on the product label printed on the side, or on the back of your portable air conditioner. -
Page 10: Installing The Window Plates
2. Secure the grated adapters by fastening the screws from the flat side of the window kit plate to the holes on the grated adapter. INSTALLING THE WINDOW PLATES 3. Open your window and place the window kit on the window sill with the grooved side facing outward. Then, slide the window kit plate to fit the width of the window. -
Page 11: Attaching The Duct Connectors To The Exhaust Hose
ATTACHING THE DUCT CONNECTORS TO THE EXHAUST HOSE 5. Attach the connectors to the hose. A. Extend the ends of the exhaust hose B. Thread the duct connector on by turning it clockwise until it stops. 6. Roll the unit towards the window kit. Leave a space that is at least 20 inches to the wall. CONNECTING THE DUCT CONNECTOR TO THE UNIT 7. -
Page 12: Connecting The Duct Connector To The Grated Adapter
CONNECTING THE DUCT CONNECTOR TO THE GRATED ADAPTER 8. Align the slots on the duct connector to the tabs on the grated adapter and snap the duct connector into place. After you have installed the exhaust hose and window kit, you can plug in your portable air conditioner and start using it. -
Page 13: Draining The Unit
The portable air conditioner will now drain through the drain hose. DRAINAGE OPTIONS Your Koldfront portable air conditioner comes with several different options for draining the water accumulated during operation. The most common will be the self-evaporative mode. The unit will do this automatically. - Page 14 Misting Drain Your unit also includes the unique Misting Drain option. If a drain is not present this option will allow the unit to remove the excess moisture out of the exhaust hose through a mist nozzle. The mist nozzle MUST be setup in the exhaust hose and NOT the intake hose.
- Page 15 4. Attach the mist nozzle to the grated adapter. Make sure the mist nozzle is directed to mist outside of the window and not back into the exhaust hose. The unit will now automatically mist any excess water to the outside. Installing the mist system in the exhaust hose ensures all of the moisture is pushed completely away from the window.
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Page 16: Operation
Operation REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW Button Function This button powers the unit on or off. Power This button sets the fan speed. The Automatic, High, Medium, or Low Fan Speed indicator will appear depending on the mode you set. This button sets the mode. The Automatic, Cool, Dehumidify,... -
Page 17: Installing The Batteries
INSTALLING THE BATTERIES 1. Remove the cover on the back of the remote control. 2. Insert the batteries with the (+) and (-) ends pointing in the correct direction. 3. Slide the cover back on. Caution: Use only AAA batteries. Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used for one month or longer. -
Page 18: Operating The Remote Control
Mode Indicator Function The unit will cool, dehumidify, or heat (some models) depending on the ambient Automatic temperature. The mode and fan speed changes automatically. The front panel lights will change to reflect the running mode. The unit will cool. The front panel lights will be blue. Cooling The unit will remove moisture from the air. - Page 19 Dehumidifying Mode During the Dehumidifying mode, the unit will condense water out of the air and exhaust it through the exhaust hose. The ambient temperature in the room will probably drop by a few degrees while using the Dehumidifying mode. The front panel lights will be yellow. To operate the unit in dehumidifying mode: 1.
- Page 20 Fan Speed Fan Speed button is used to change the fan speed while in Cooling and Fan Only modes. Press the Fan Speed button to select the fan speed. The Automatic, High, Medium, or Low indicator can be selected. Note: You will not be able to change the fan speed if the unit is in Automatic or Dehumidify mode. Clock Clock button is used to set the Clock.
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Page 21: Front Panel Lights And Controls
Timer The timer can be used to either turn the unit on or off after a number of elapsed hours. The timer is adjustable between 1-24 hours in one hour increments. How to set the unit to automatically turn on: 1. -
Page 22: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintenance Clean the air conditioner and filters regularly to maximize performance and efficiency, and prolong the unit’s life. Always be sure to unplug the air conditioner from the power outlet before cleaning. CLEANING THE UNIT Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the body clean. If necessary, use lukewarm water to dampen a cloth to clean the unit. -
Page 23: Energy Saving Guide
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 that the air intake is not obstructed. ... -
Page 24: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Follow the troubleshooting guide below to resolve common issues. ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION My air conditioner is not The unit is not receiving power. Make sure the unit is plugged in. functioning at all. The LCDI power cord is tripped. Press the Reset button on the LCDI cord. - Page 25 ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION My air conditioner is not cooling The unit is not operating in Set the unit to be in cooling mode, at all. cooling mode. and lower the set temperature (pg. 13). The compressor is not on. The compressor may take up to 3 minutes to turn on, or longer if it is too warm.
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Page 26: Specifications
Specifications DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT Portable Air Conditioner with Heater MODEL PACI12020HSV Cooling: 12,000 BTUs Heating: 10,000 VOLTAGE / FREQUENCY 115 V / 60 Hz INPUT POWER 1,000 W CURRENT 9.5 A COOLING CAPACITY (SACC) 5500 BTU COOLING CAPACITY (ASHRAE) 12000 BTU... -
Page 27: New Portable Air Conditioner Btu's
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 CC. -
Page 28: Edgestar Limited Warranty
EdgeStar Limited Warranty One (1) Year Parts & Ninety (90) Days Labor This product is warranted by EdgeStar to be free from defective workmanship and materials, subject to any conditions set forth as follows: WHAT IS COVERED: LABOR: For a period of NINETY (90) DAYS from the date of original purchase, labor will be performed free of charge at an authorized EdgeStar repair facility.