Hisense 550 sq. ft Portable AC Use & Care Guide

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Model: AP55023HR1GD

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts or service, call: 1-877-465-3566

Operating hours: Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST, Saturday-Sunday from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Language: English and Spanish

Table of Contents

Identification of Parts

Front

Note: The figures in this manual are based on the external view of a standard model. They may differ from that of the air conditioner you have selected.

Air Conditioner Safety

Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

Safety Alert Symbol: This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING".

DANGER: A hazard that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: A hazard that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury.

Important Safety Instructions

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Storage and Disposing of the Unit

WARNING: Risk of Fire or Explosion. This unit contains flammable refrigerant. Additional safety precautions must be followed.

Installation Requirements

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Tools needed

Parts supplied

Check that all parts are included in parts package.

PartDescriptionQuantity
A. Foam seal1 pc
B. Coupling2 pc
C. Flexible exhaust hose2 pc
D. Window exhaust adapter2 pc
E. Rivets4 pc
F. Screws4 pc
G. Window-lock bracket2 pc
H. Outer slider section with vent1 pc
I. Inner slider section-short1 pc
J. Inner slider section1 pc
K. Outer slider section1 pc
L. Foam seal-long2 pc
M. Foam seal-short2 pc
N. Drain hose (Heat pump models)1 pc
O. Drain hose clip (Heat pump models)1 pc
P. Remote control1 pc
Q. Standard AAA(1.5 volt) batteries2 pc

Note:

Electrical Requirements

WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard

Wiring requirement: 115 V (103.5 min. to 126.5 max.)

15 A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker

Power Supply Cord

A. Test button

B. Reset button

NOTE: Your air conditioner's device may differ from the one shown. This room air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord required by UL. This power supply cord contains state-of-the-art electronics that sense leakage current. If the cord is crushed, the electronics detect leakage current and power will be disconnected in a fraction of a second.

To test your power supply cord:

  1. Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
  2. Press RESET (on some devices, a green light will turn on).
  3. Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button will trip, and on some devices, a green light will turn off).
  4. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch, and on some devices, a green light will turn on). The power supply cord is ready for operation.

NOTE: The Reset button must be pushed in for proper operation.

Recommended Grounding Method

This portable air conditioner must be grounded. This portable air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord with a three-prong grounding plug. The cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded three-prong outlet, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to have a properly grounded three-prong outlet installed by a qualified electrical installer.

It is the customer's responsibility:

Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from: Nation Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, Ma 02169-7471, www.nfpa.org

Location Requirements

NOTE: The flexible exhaust hose allows placement of the air conditioner at least 20" from window or door.

Confirm you are using the correct size air conditioner for the space to be cooled, per sizing recommendations, below:

Area to be cooledDOE Capacity Needed(BTUs)
Up to 10-ft x 55-ft room 550 sq. ft8, 000 BTU Dual Hose

NOTE: Match BTUs to room use and location:

Installation Instructions

Unpack the Air Conditioner

WARNING: Excessive Weight Hazard

Remove packaging materials

Caution: Installation accessories are stored in the top of the carton, and are required for proper cooling performance. Please remove all accessories from packing materials before use.

Install Exhaust Hose and Adapter

The length of the exhaust hose is specially designed according to the specification of the product. Do not replace or extend or otherwise modify the hose.

Vertical Sliding Window

Horizontal Sliding Window

Note: For best performance, allow at least 20 in of air space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation. Do not block the air outlet. Provide easy access to the grounded 3 prong outlet. To ensure proper function, DO NOT overextend or bend the hose. Make sure that there is no obstacle around the air outlet of the exhaust hose in order for the exhaust system to work properly. All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purpose only. Your air conditioner may be slightly different. The actual shape shall prevail.

  1. Roll the air conditioner to selected location, see "Location Requirements."
  2. Preparing the exhaust hose assembly: Press the flexible exhaust hose into the coupling and the window exhaust adapter. Both the coupling and window exhaust adapter have integral clips that snap onto the hose.
  3. Insert the coupling into the slot on the back of the air conditioner.
  4. Slide the hose into place.
  5. Confirm the hose is locked in place before operating.

Window Installation

Your window installation kit has been designed to fit most standard vertical and horizontal window applications. Roll the air conditioner to selected location. see "Location Requirements."

  1. Attach the window exhaust adapter to the outer slider section (the piece with the large exhaust hole).

NOTE: Product must be used with included Duct Window installation kit for effective cooling.

A. Outer slider section

B. Window exhaust adapter

Installation In Vertical Sliding Windows

NOTE: The window installation kit can be used with vertical sliding windows between 25" and 50" wide.

  1. Cut the foam seal L(adhesive type) & M (adhesive type-shorter) to the proper length, and attach it to the window sash and frame.
  2. Insert the vent panel assembly, including extension panels, if needed, into the window opening. Extend the extension panels, if used.
  3. Cut the foam seal A (Non-adhesive type) to the window width. Stuff the foam seal A between the glass and the window to prevent air and foreign objects from getting into the room.
  4. Install the Window-lock bracket with a type F screw as shown if you need.
  5. Insert the diffuser into the opening in the vent panel and slide it to lock it into place.

Installation In Horizontal Sliding Windows

NOTE: The window installation kit can be used with horizontal sliding windows between 25" and 50" wide.

  1. Cut the foam seal L(adhesive type) & M (adhesive type-shorter) to the proper length, and attach it to the window sash and frame.
  2. Insert the vent panel assembly, including extension panels, if needed, into the window opening. Extend the extension panels, if used.
  3. Cut the foam seal A (Non-adhesive type) to the window width. Stuff the foam seal A between the glass and the window to prevent air and foreign objects from getting into the room.
  4. Install the Window-lock bracket with a type F screw as shown if you need.
  5. Insert the diffuser into the opening in the vent panel and slide it to lock it into place.

Portable Air Conditioner Use

Operating your portable air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the best possible results. This section explains proper air conditioner operation.

Important:

NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.

Starting Your Portable Air Conditioner

Control panel

NOTE: The symbols may be different from these models, but the functions are similar.

Power On or Off

POWER

NOTE: Keep upright at least 2 hours before use to prevent damaging the compressor.

At the first time when the air conditioner is plugged in and turned on after your purchase, it will be set in Cool Mode. When the air conditioner is turned on at all other times, it will run according to the previous setting.

Mode

  1. Press and release MODE until you see the symbol for the desired setting.

Operating modes:

Fan Speed

  1. Press and release FAN to choose the desired fan speed.
  2. Choose High, Medium or Low.

Temperature

Press the PLUS button to raise the temperature. Press the PLUS button once to increase the set temperature by 1°F (1°C).

Press the MINUS button to lower the temperature. Press the MINUS button once to decrease the set temperature by 1°F (1°C).

NOTE:

Change display between °F and °C

To change the temperature display between °F and °C press both the Plus and Minus Adjust buttons at the same time.

Using the Remote Control

Insert the Batteries

  1. Remove the battery cover along the arrowed direction.
  2. Insert new batteries making sure that the (+) and (-) of battery are matched correctly.
  3. Re-attach the cover by sliding it back into position.

How to Use

To operate the room air conditioner, aim the remote control at the signal receptor. The remote control will operate the air conditioner at a distance of up to 23 feet (7m) when pointing at the signal receptor of the air conditioner.

NOTES:

CAUTION

Storage Tip

The holder on the back of the unit can be used to store the remote control.

Remote control

NOTE: Remote control may differ in appearance.

Button and FunctionIndication symbols on LCD:
1 ON/OFFCooling indicator ❄️Auto fan speed ?
2 MODEDry indicator ?High fan speed ⬆️
3 FANFan only indicator ?️Medium fan speed ↔️
4 SWINGHeating indicator ?Low fan speed ⬇️
5 UPSleep indicator ?
6 DOWNSignal transmit. ?
7 DIMMER or SleepDisplay set temperature ?️
8 Timer On/Off ⏰

NOTE: Press and hold the MODE button on the remote for 5 seconds to switch the temperature display from degrees Fahrenheit (°F) to degrees Celsius(°C).

DIMMER

Press the DIMMER button to turn off the control panel display.

NOTE: When in DIMMER mode, new control inputs will return display to normal.

Sleep mode

SLEEP mode can only be set in Cooling, Heating or Drying modes. When in sleep mode the unit will utilize lower, quieter fan speeds and automatic temperature adjustments offering 8 hours of optimal sleeping conditions before shutting off.

NOTE:

  1. Press MODE to select COOL, Heating or DRY.
  2. Press the UP or DOWN button to set the temperature.
  3. Press and hold the DIMMER button on the remote for 5 seconds to switch the DIMMER mode to the Sleep mode.

NOTE: The temperature and airflow direction may be adjusted during Sleep control. The fan speed is automatically set to Low speed. After 5 seconds, the lights on the control panel display will dim again.

5. To turn off Sleep control, press MODE, FAN, Sleep or wait 8 hours for Sleep control to turn off automatically.

NOTE: The air conditioner will return to previous settings after Sleep mode is turned off.

TIMER

Use the TIMER function to turn the air conditioner ON/OFF automatically.

Setting the Air Conditioner to Turn On:

  1. Plug in the air conditioner and use the remote to power it ON.
  2. Use the remote to set the desired mode, temperature, fan speed, etc.
  3. Use the remote to power OFF the air conditioner.
  4. Press TIMER on the remote and use the UP, DOWN buttons to set the desired delay time until the air conditioner turns ON. The delay time can be set from 0 to 24 hours in one-hour increments.
  5. Press TIMER again to confirm the delay time. The TIMER light on the unit will be on.

Setting the Air Conditioner to Turn OFF:

  1. Plug in the air conditioner and use the remote to power it ON.
  2. Use the remote to set the desired mode, temperature, fan speed, etc.
  3. Press TIMER on the remote and use the UP, DOWN buttons to set the desired delay time until the air conditioner turns OFF. The delay time can be set from 0 to 24 hours in one-hour increments.
  4. Press TIMER again to confirm the delay time. The TIMER light on the unit will be on.

To cancel TIMER:

Press the TIMER button again. Once a "beep" is heard and the indicator disappears, the TIMER mode has been canceled.

NOTE: The TIMER function can only be set by the remote control.

SWING

Press SWING once to change the vertical airflow direction. Press again to hold the louver in a desired position.

NOTE:

Normal Sounds

When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may hear sounds such as:

Portable Air Conditioner Care

Draining the Air Conditioner(non-Heating models)

A. Primary drain cover B. Primary drain plug

WARNING: Please connect the drain hose on heating mode, or the unit will stop running after the water reaches warning level.

  1. Uncover the primary drain port.
  2. Attach the drain hose to the primary drain hose. Make sure the connector has no water leak.
  3. Place the other end of drain hose into a outfall. Check to see that the hose lies flat and is in the drain. Make sure the hose end that goes to the drain is on a lower level than the hose end that connects to the unit. The hose should not be kinked or pinched.

Cleaning the Outside

  1. Press ON/OFF to turn off the air conditioner.
  2. Unplug the air conditioner or disconnect power.
  3. Remove the air filter and clean separately. See "cleaning the Air Filter".
  4. Wipe the outside of the air conditioner with a soft, damp cloth.
  5. Plug in the air conditioner or reconnect power.
  6. Press ON/OFF to start the air conditioner.

Cleaning the Air Filter

WARNING: Excessive Weight Hazard

  1. Unplug the air conditioner or disconnect power.
  2. Move the air conditioner to a drain location or outside.

NOTE: To avoid leaking water from the unit, move the air conditioner slowly and keep it level.

  1. Remove the primary drain cover and plug.
  2. Drain water completely through the drain hole.

NOTE: If the air conditioner will be stored after use, see "Storing After Use".

  1. Reinstall the drain plug to the primary drain hole.
  2. Reinstall the primary drain cover to the drain hole.
  3. Reposition the air conditioner.
  4. Plug in the air conditioner or reconnect power.

Draining the Air Conditioner(Heating models)

A.Primary drain port B.Drain hose C.Primary drain hole

A. Evaporator air intake filter panel door

  1. Press ON/OFF to turn off the air conditioner.
  2. Open the filter panel door on the back of the air conditioner and remove.
  3. Remove the tapping screw from the condenser air intake filter panel door and remove.
  4. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the filter. If the filter is very dirty, wash the filter in warm water with a mild detergent.

NOTE: Do not wash the filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners.

  1. Air dry the filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum efficiency.
  2. Reattach the air filter to the filter panel door.
  3. Reinstall the filter panel door and tapping screw.
  4. Press ON/OFF to start the air conditioner.

Storing After Use

If the air conditioner will not be used for an extended period of time:

  1. Drain the water completely. See "draining the Air Conditioner".
  2. Run the air conditioner set to Fan Only for approximately 12 hours to dry the air conditioner.
  3. Unplug the air conditioner.
  4. Remove the flexible exhaust hose and store with the air conditioner in a clean, dry area. See "installation Instructions".
  5. Remove the window kit and store with the air conditioner in a clean, dry area. See "Installation Instructions".
  6. Remove the filter and clean. See Cleaning the Air Filter.
  7. Clean the outside of the air conditioner. See "Cleaning the Outside".
  8. Reinstall the filter.
  9. Remove the batteries and store the remote control with the air conditioner in a clean, dry area.

Before using the air conditioner again:

  1. Make sure the filter and drain cap are in place.
  2. Check the power cord to make sure it is in good condition, with no cracks or damage.
  3. Place new batteries in the remote.
  4. Install the air conditioner. See "Installation Instructions".

Troubleshooting

Air conditioner will not operate

WARNING: Electrical Shock Hazard

Air conditioner blows fuses or trips circuit breakers

Air conditioner power supply cord trips (Reset button pops out)

NOTE: A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer and must not be repaired.

Air conditioner seems to run too much

Air conditioner runs for a short time only, but room is not cool

Air conditioner runs, but does not cool

Air conditioner cycles on and off too much

Operating hours: Monday- Friday from9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST, Saturday- Sunday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Language: English and Spanish

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Imported by: Hisense USA Corp. 105 Satellite Blvd NW Suwanee, GA 30024 USA 1-877-465-3566 www.hisense-usa.com

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