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Owner's Manual for Whynter models including: ARC-14SH Portable Air Conditioner with Heater, Portable Air Conditioner with Heater, Air Conditioner with Heater, Conditioner with Heater, Heater
504400636 WAP-41DHH(ARC-14SH) Manual--(20230111)
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DocumentDocumentWHYNTER ECO-FRIENDLY 14,000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER WITH HEATER MODEL#: ARC-14SH Instruction Manual Congratulations on your new WHYNTER product. To ensure proper operation, please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product. Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference. TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IDENTIFICATION OF ACCESSORIES IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS WATER DRAINAGE REMOTE CONTROL CARE AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL DATA TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY INFORMATION 3 4-7 8 9 10 11-12 13 14-15 16 17 18 19 20-21 22 2IPage Thank you for choosing the Whynter portable air conditioner. Please follow the instructions provided in this user guide to obtain the very best performance from your portable air conditioner and take full advantage of the many features your portable air conditioner offers you. We trust that your Whynter air conditioner will provide the performance and reliability that we stand for. Please keep this user manual in a safe place for future reference. DISPOSAL This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the appliance cannot be treated as normal domestic trash, but must be handed in at a collection point for recycling electric and electronic appliances. Your contribution to the correct disposal of this product protects the environment. Further information about the recycling of this product can be obtained from your local municipal authority. 31Page Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when usingyour appliance, follow these basic precautions. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before the portable air conditioner is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as detailed in this manual. A DANGER A · Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. · Make sure this unit is connected to a correctly grounded power supply outlet. Do not use an extension cord or power strip. · The power cord is UL listed. It has a built-in L.C.D.I. (leakage, current, detection, interruption) circuit breaker for added safety. If the power supply is interrupted, press the reset button to reconnect the unit to power source. · It is recommended to use a separate circuit that its size should be 15 Amps for the air conditioner. · Do not use an excessively wet cloth, industrial solvents, oil-based products to clean this portable air conditioner. · To avoid the risk of shock, the product should never be used in bathrooms, shower rooms, or in any other steamy or wet areas. · Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliances. · Do not repair, disassemble and/or modify the unit by yourself. · Always turn off the portable air conditioner when cleaning the air filter, and transporting. · Do not turn this unit on and off by plugging and unplugging. Always use the ON/OFF switch. A WARNING A · Transport the unit in an upright position only, or leave it in an upright position for a minimum of 4 hours before first use. · Ensure curtains or other objects are not obstructing the air inlet filters. · Do not bend or crush the exhaust hose while in use. · Always allow at least 20" of clearance around the unit for ventilation. Do not use this unit inside closets, cabinets and/or cramped spaces between furniture. · This unit is optimized to operate in an ambient temperature of 64°F - 95°F. · This unit must be installed in an area protected from the element, such as wind, rain, water spray or drips. · The unit should not be located next to ovens, grills or other sources of high heat. · Always place the unit on even and hard and level surface. · Do not sit or place objects on the unit. · Do not allow children to climb, stand or hang on the unit. The air conditioner could tip over and get damaged and/or seriously injure somebody. 41Pa ge the manufacturer or an · If the power cord on this unit is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. · This appliance is not intended for use by children or other persons without assistance or supervision if their physical, sensory or mental capabilities prevent them from using it safely. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. · This appliance is intended for domestic use only, any other use may invalidate the warranty and might be dangerous. · Do not pierce or burn. · Use only implements recommended by the manufacturer for defrosting or cleaning. · Do not use the appliance in a room with continuously operating sources of ignition (eg. Open flames, an operating gas appliance or an operating electrical heaters. · Do not perforate any of the components in the refrigerant circuit. · Refrigerant gas may be odorless. · Stagnation of possible leaks of refrigerant gas in unventilated rooms could lead to fire or an explosion hazard should the refrigerant come in contact with electric heaters, stoves or other sources of ignition. · Use care when storing the appliance to prevent mechanical faults. · Only persons authorised by an accredited agency certifying their competence to handle refrigerants in compliance with sector legislation should work on refrigerant circuits. · Maintenance and repairs requiring the assistance of other qualified personnel must be carried out under the supervision of specialists in the use of inflammable refrigerants. THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY IF THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED. WARNING Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean,other than those recommended by the manufacturer. The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operation ignition sources (for example: open flames, an operating gas appliance or an operating electric heater.) Do not pierce or bum. Be aware that refrigerants may not contain an odor. NOTE: The manufacturer may provide other suitable examples or may provide additional information about the refrigerant odor. Warning: Risk of fire/Flammable materials coo User Manual Service indicator: check User Manual 61Page DANGER- Risk Of Fire Or Explosion. Flammable Refrigerant Used. To Be Repaired Only By Trained Service Personnel. Do Not Puncture Refrigerant Tubing. CAUTION- Risk Of Fire Or Explosion. Dispose Of Properly In Accordance With Federal Or Local Regulations. Flammable Refrigerant Used. w OPERATING CONDITION MODE COOL DRY HEAT Caution, risk of fire ROOM TEMPERATURE Higher than 64° F Higher than 60° F Higher than 45° F [I I] RESET I TEST I Your portable air conditioner is supplied with a Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption (LCDI) plug. This plug reduces the risk of fire due to arcing faults in the power supply cord. Please follow the instructions below to ensure that LCDI plug works properly. 1. Plug the power cord to a grounded wall outlet. Do not plug to a power strip or extension cord. 2. Press the TEST button on the plug. This should trip the plug and cut the power to the air conditioner. If the plug does not trip and the unit comes on, please contact technical support. 3. Press the RESET button to start the air conditioner. 4. Do NOT use the TEST and RESET buttons to turn the air conditioner on and off. 71Page IDENTIFICATION OF ACCESSORIES Note: Please visit whynter.com for optional accessories information IMAGE ACCESSORY NAME Intake and Exhaust hose QUANTITY 2 pieces Fixtures ** attached to the covers upon unboxing ** Screws 2 pieces 8 pieces () Hose connectors 4 pieces Window slider kit Covers ** attached to the fixtures upon unboxing ** 1 set 2 pieces Remote control 1 piece Optional Intake filter (sold separately) Optional 3MTM filter (sold separately) 1 piece 1 piece Carbon Filter 1 piece Storage Cover 1 piece ** The fixture pieces may come attached to the cover pieces. To remove, twist the cover pieces to allow the tab from the fixtures to disengage from the covers, and twist the covers to remove from the fixtures. SI Page IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Front 1. Air vent 2. Control panel Rear 3 5 <'.'.'.J 3. Evaporator air intake / air filter 4. Air intake hose 5. Air exhaust hose 6. Casters 7. Drain plug 8. Power cord 7 91Page OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel, remote control and all of the functions. Follow the symbol for the desired function. The unit can be controlled by the unit control panel alone or with the remote control. CONTROL PANEL Warning Light LCD Display Power Control Mode Control Fan Speed Control EB 0 0 Timer /Temp Set Control Timer Control -· i Cooling mode 'II' --- (1J Dehumidify mode -· C, Fan only mode High fan speed !Ii Med fan speed Low fan speed Heating mode OOCF Display set temperature lfilge] Warning light the machine will stop running 88hr 0 Display timer setting of auto switch on/off Power Control Turns the unit on and off. Timer Turns the timer function on and off. Warning Light Timer/ Temperature Set Control Condensation water may accumulate in the unit. If the Adjusts set thermostat temperature and timer. internal reservoir becomes full, the warning light and the The display temperature is the set temperature. STOP light will come on and the unit will stop until the water is drained. NOTE: This unit is capable of displaying set temperature t------------------------, in Fahrenheit or in Celsius. To convert from one to the other, press and hold the Up and Down buttons for 3 Mode Control Controls the 4 function modes: COOL, DEHUMIDIFY seconds. FAN and HEAT. Fan Speed Control Controls the 3 fan speeds: High, Medium & Low. NOTE: Unit does not need to be vented in Fan mode 10IP a g e INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Location The air conditioner should be placed on a hard and level surface strong enough to support its weight. The unit is equipped with caster wheels for portability. It should only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces. Use caution when rolling on carpet surfaces. Do not attempt to roll the unit over objects. The air inlet and outlet should be free of any obstructions and be placed with at least 20" of clearance for efficient air-conditioning and circulation. Exhaust hose Installation When using the air conditioner, the hot air from the exhaust hose must be exhausted out of the room to complete the air exchange of the condenser. The intake hose is optional. When the unit is operating in dehumidifying or fan-only mode, installation of the exhaust hose is optional. 1. Fully expand each end of the exhaust hose about 6". 2. Install the hose connectors onto the exhaust and intake hoses by threading counterclockwise. Hose Connector \ Exhaust Hose I Hose Connector 3. Align the tab cut-outs of each of the hose connectors to the tabs on the air exhaust and air intake at the rear of the unit and snap in place. EXHAUST INTAKE D If installing the optional air intake hose in an area with poor air quality, we recommend purchasing the intake hose pre-filter accessory. Only extend the hose to the necessary length, keeping it as short and as straight as possible. We do not recommend extending the hose more than 9' long. If you are interested in purchasing an additional exhaust hose, please contact support@whynter.com for retail sales information or visit www.whynter.com for a list of optional accessories. 11 IPage Window kit Installation The window kit has been designed to fit most standard vertical and horizontal windows. However, it may be necessary to modify the installation procedures to accommodate your window. NOTE: · If your window opening is smaller than the minimum length of the window slider kit, the window slider kit can be cut to fit the window opening. Never cut into the exhaust and intake hose cut-outs on the window slider kit. · If your window opening is larger than the maximum length of the window slider kit, additional material will be needed to cover the open space such as, Plexiglas, PVC plastic, ply wood, etc. Alternately, an additional window slider kit can be purchased to be used in combination with the included kit. · When using the window slider kit on a window or sliding door, additional security measures may be needed. 1. Open the window approximately 5". 2. Adjust the length of the window slider to the same length and width of the opening of the window. Cut the window slider if necessary to fit the length of your window. 3. Insert the fixture through the back grooved side of the window slider hose-cutout, aligning the screw holes on the fixture with the screw holes on the unit. Place the screws in the holes from the front of the window slider kit and tighten. (Fig. 1) 4. Adjust the slider kit to fit your window. The slider kit comes with screws installed on the main window piece. The long and short extension pieces can be adjusted to fit your window, and the screws can be tightened to keep the extension pieces from sliding. Additional holes can be drilled in the window kit to allow for a further range of adjustment. 5. Fit the window slider kit into the window opening and close the window to secure the window slider kit. For long term installation, you may screw the window kit into your window frame. 6. Move the air conditioner close to the window, extend the hose to the necessary length, keeping it as short and as straight as possible and attach the other end of the hose to the window slider kit. 7. Align the tab cut-outs of the hose connector to the tabs on the fixture and snap the hose connector to the window slider kit. 12IPage Figure 1 AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION Your Whynter portable air conditioner is equipped with a washable Pre-Filter and an Activated Carbon Filter. The washable Pre-Filter removes large particles such as dust, pet hair and dander. The Activated Carbon filter is designed to remove smoke and other odors. It is recommended you replace the Activated Carbon filter every 2-3 months or as needed. Follow the steps below to install the filters. WARNING: NEVER OPERATE THE AIR CONDITIONER WITHOUT THE PRE-FILTER 1. Pull up the pre-filter frame 2. Remove the Pre-Filter from the filter frame. 3. Place the Activated Carbon filter on the Pre-Filter. 4. Reattach the filter frame. 5. Insert the assembled filter frame into the unit. Filter Frame Pre-Filter An optional 3M TM Filter can also be purchased to replace the activated carbon filter. The 3M TM Filter has an agent that helps inhibit the growth of mold and mildew on the filter. This filter is electro-statically charged for enhanced particle capture and retention. **If you are interested in purchasing optional accessories, please contact support@whynter.com for retail sales information. Note: The optional 3M TM Filter is not washable and should be replaced every 3 months. 13IPage The temperature setting range of this air conditioner is from 61°F to 89°F. To set the temperature, press the + or - buttons. This air conditioner has a 5°F temperature cushion; if the set temperature is within 5°F of the ambient temperature, the fan will switch to low speed and run approximately 5 minutes before it shuts off. The fan will activate again in approximately 15 minutes and run for 1 minute to circulate air in the room and detect the ambient room temperature. If the room temperature is higher than 5° F than the set temperature, the compressor will turn on and the fan will run at the set speed. Note: When using dehumidifying mode, venting the exhaust hose to the outside is not required. If vented, the warm air is exhausted to the outside and cooling within the room may occur . Additionally, if the exhaust hose is not vented, the unit may require more frequent draining. In this mode, the air conditioner heats the room. To activate heating mode, press the Mode Control button until the indicator comes on. When the heating mode is set, the rear fan will start first, followed by the compressor then the air output fan into the room. If the outside temperature is lower than the room temperature, the air intake hose should be removed and the included cover placed onto the window air intake fixture. The unit will take in air from the room air filter. 95 WATER DRAINAGE The air conditioner has the capacity to dehumidify up to 71 pints per day. The patented self evaporating function of the unit fully exhausts all condensation automatically in most environments when humidity is less than 70%. Areas with more than 70% humidity, the self-evaporating function can still exhaust about 98% of the moisture and the remaining 2% of moisture will be collected in the water tank of the air conditioner. When there is excess water condensation inside the unit, the air conditioner stops running and the RED Stop light illuminates. The Stop light indicates that the water condensation needs to be drained manually: Manual Drainage: 1. Turn off the unit. 2. Carefully roll the unit to a drain location or position a flat container, dish or optional drain bucket accessory (sold separately) under the drain area of the lower drain port. 3. Remove the drain cover and rubber plug and the condensed water will drain out automatically. 4. Once all the condensed water is drained, replace the drain rubber plug and cover into the drain firmly. Note: Please contact support@whynter.com for retail sales information or visit whynter.com for a list of optional accessories 16IPage REMOTE CONTROL The portable air conditioner can be switched on by the remote control. NOTE: · Other appliances in the same room controlled by a remote control (TV, radio, stereo, etc.), may cause interferences. · Electronic and fluorescent lamps may interfere with the signal transmissions between the remote control and the air conditioner. · Remove the batteries if the remote control is not used for long periods. INSTALLING BATTERIES · Only use two AAA 1.5V Batteries in the remote control. · Always change both batteries at the same time. To insert the batteries, open the flap on the back of the remote control by sliding if off. Strictly adhere to the polarity signs on the bottom of the battery housing, close the flap once the batteries have been inserted. Power Control On I Off In running mode: Auto switch off In stand-by mode: Auto switch on Press ".,-.._" or "'v'" button to adjust the time s e tting for 1 hour interval. Fahrenheit/Celsius button Notes - Do not drop the remote control. - Do not place the remote control in a location exposed to direct sunlight. - The remote control should be placed about 1 meter or more away from TV, or any electical appliances. LCD Display · Used for adjusting the timer and temperature. · The default display on control panel is set temperature. · When .. ,,,..__ .. or "---...,-" key is pressed in cool mode, the set temperature is displayed and may be adjusted. · Timer setting is available from 1-24 hours by pressing the key",,,..__" on"---.....". Mode Control Press this button to change the operation mode in the order of: c_Cool De humidify --i Heating---- Fan 17IPage Drain all collected condensation from the upper and lower drain ports. 16'' W x 19'' D x 35.5'' H Noise Level : <51 low / <56 high dBA TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Causes Solutions The portable air conditioner does not turn on The unit turns on but the compressor does not turn on (the fan runs but the unit is not cooling) The air coming out of the unit is not very cold, or the airflow volume is weak · Power failure / outage. · Restore the power supply. · The automatic switch, line · Flip the switch / change the fuse / turn the breaker fuse, or breaker has been back on. Also note that you may have too many tripped. appliances drawing power on one circuit, you may need to move the other appliances to another circuit. · The power supply voltage is · Move the unit onto another circuit with the correct too low. voltage. · The power cord is damaged. · Contact Whynter Service Department. Only authorized personnel should replace damaged power cord or power plug. · The L.C.D.I. power plug for the · Press the Reset button on the L.C.D.I. power plug. unit is tripped. · The internal water reservoir is · Drain water from the air conditioner. full. · Possible loose connection · Contact Whynter Service Department · Internal fuse has blown · The room temperature is outside of the operational tolerances of the unit. · The Cooling mode is not on. · The compressor has not turned on yet because of its time delay. · The set temperature is too high. · The internal water reservoir is full. · This unit is designed to work in ambient temperatures of 64° F to 95° F. · Press the MODE button until the COOL light is shown on the display. · Give the compressor 3 minutes to turn on after the Cooling mode has been selected. · Set the air conditioner to a lower temperature. It is recommended to set the temperature to at least 5° F of the ambient temperature. · Either manually drain the water by removing the drain plug or allow the unit to exhaust the water itself by running the fan only mode. Then cooling will resume. · The filters are dirty or obstructed. · The air intake or exhaust is obstructed. · The unit is set in DRY or FAN mode. · The unit is set to low fan speed. · Clean the air filters. · Make sure there is at least 20" of clearance from the air intake. Make the length of the exhaust hose is as short as possible. · Set the unit to the cooling mode. · Set the unit to a higher fan speed. 20 IP a g e The unit has worked for a · Windows or doors are open. long time, but the room is · There are too many people in not cold enough the room. · There is direct sunshine into the room. · The room is a kitchen or with many heat-producing appliances · There is a server in the room. · The room is too large. · Close all windows and doors. · You may need additional cooling or another air conditioner. · Close curtains or blinds and try to minimize the amount of direct sunlight into the room. · You may need additional cooling or another air conditioner. · You may need additional cooling or another air conditioner. · You may need additional cooling or another air conditioner. The unit is very noisy · The unit is not level. · The surface underneath the unit is uneven. · Low power voltage. · Make sure the unit is on hard, level and stable surface. · Move the unit to a location with a level and hard floor. · Make sure the wall outlet and support the required power consumption of the air conditioner and do not use an extension cord. The unit leaks water · The unit is tilted or not leveled · Make use the unit is leveled. · The water tank is full. · Drain water from the drain plug at the back of the air conditioner. The unit needs to be drained too often Fan speed cannot be changed The unit does not heat · The humidity in the area may · Remove the intake hose if the outside very high humidity is high or it is raining · Possible loose connection · Contact Whynter Service Department · Fan speed differences are not · The fan speed difference is not very very noticeable noticeable when the compressor is on. Try setting the unit to Fan only mode, you should be able to hear the difference between high and low fan speed settings. · The room temperature is too · The heat pump of the air conditioner does not low. operate when temperature is below 45F. · The heating mode is not on. · Press the MODE button until the HEAT light is show on the display · The compressor has not turned on yet because of its time delay. · Give the compressor 3 minutes to turn on after the Heating mode has been selected. · The set temperature is too low. · Set the air conditioner to a higher temperature. It is recommended to set the temperature to at least 5F of the ambient temperature. · The internal water reservoir is · Either manually drain the water by removing full. the drain plug or allow the unit to exhaust the water itself by running the fan only mode. The cooling will resume. · The humidity in the area may · Remove the intake hose if the outside very high humidity is high or it is raining · There may be a loose · Contact Whynter Service Department connection 21 IP a g e 2023