EdgeStar AP420HS User manual

AP420HS

Portable Air Conditioner

Owner’s Manual

This owner’s manual provides

instructions on safe installation

use, and maintenance.

Please read it carefully and

save it for reference.

Safety Instructions

Improper handling can cause serious damage to the appliance and/or to the user.

This portable air conditioner is not intended for use by children. Children should be supervised to

ensure that they do not play with this product.

Electrical Safety

1. This unit is designed for indoor use only.

Your portable air conditioner is supplied with a Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption

(LCDI) safety plug. This device provides protection to reduce the risk of fire due to arcing faults in

the power supply cord. Before using your portable air conditioner, follow the instructions below to

ensure that the LCDI plug is working properly:

1. Plug the power cord to a grounded outlet.

2. Press the TEST button on the LCDI plug. This should cut the power to the air conditioner.

3. Press the RESET button to start using your air conditioner.

If the indicator remains lit after pressing the TEST button, please contact EdgeStar support.

DO NOT USE YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER IF THE TEST FAILS.

Do not use the TEST and RESET buttons as an ON/OFF switch.

2. Do not use the unit in extremely humid or

wet environments.

3. Do not wet the housing or control panel.

4. Do not pull the unit by the cord.

5. Always turn the unit off and unplug it from

the socket when cleaning.

6. Unplug the unit if it is not going to be used

for a long period of time.

7. Do not operate the unit with a damaged

plug or a loose socket.

8. Use only the correct power supply with

appropriate amperage.

9. If the power cord is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer, a service

agent, or qualified technician.

10. Do not remove any part of the casing

unless instructed by an authorized

technician.

General Safety

1. This portable air conditioner is not

intended to be used by children.

2. Do not allow children to play with the

controls or drop any objects into the

exhaust air outlets or vents.

3. Do not place objects or let any person sit

on top of the unit.

4. Only use in the upright position on a flat,

level surface and provide at least 20

inches of clearance from any walls or

objects.

5. Route the power cord carefully to avoid a

tripping hazard.

6. This unit is intended for domestic use

only. Do not use the portable air

conditioner for industrial or commercial

use. Any other use may invalidate the

warranty.

Table of Contents

Safety Instructions.............................................. 2

Introduction..................................................... 4

Parts Identification............................................. 5

Installation

Carbon Filter Installation................................. 6

Exhaust Hose Installation.................................. 7

Operation

Using the Control Panel.................................... 9

Using the Remote Control................................... 11

Maintenance

Water Drainage............................................. 12

Extending the Drain Tube................................... 13

Cleaning the Unit.......................................... 14

Preparation for Storage.................................... 14

Optimizing Performance........................................... 15

Troubleshooting.................................................. 16

Specifications................................................... 17

EdgeStar Limited Warranty Information............................ 18

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing this EdgeStar portable air conditioner. We are glad you chose us. We

believe that your purchase of this product opens a relationship between you and EdgeStar. We

will provide the customer support needed to nurture that relationship.

This manual contains important information regarding the proper installation, use and

maintenance of your portable air conditioner. Following this manual will ensure that your product

will work at its peak performance and efficiency.

Please save the original product packaging in case you need to safely transport your portable air

conditioner.

For Your Records:

Please write down the model number and serial number below for future

reference. Both numbers are located on the ratings label on the back of your

unit and are needed to obtain warranty service. You may also want to staple

your receipt to this manual as it is the proof of your purchase, and is also

needed for service under your warranty.

Model Number: __________________________________

Serial Number: __________________________________

Date of Purchase: __________________________________

To better serve you, please do the following before contacting customer service:

•If you received a damaged product, immediately contact the dealer that sold you the

product.

•Read and follow this instruction manual carefully to help you install, use and maintain

your portable air conditioner.

•Read the troubleshooting section of this manual as it will help you diagnose and solve

common issues.

•Visit us on the web at http://www.edgestar.com for product guides, additional

troubleshooting resources and up-to-date information. If you need service, our friendly

customer service representatives are available via email at [email protected] or

by telephone at 1 (866) 319-5473.

Parts Identification

Front Back

1. Control panel

2. Front air vent

3. Handle

4. Caster

5. Pre-filters

6. Air inlets (evaporator and condenser)

7. Power cord compartment

8. Exhaust air outlet

9. Water stopper/drainage point

Accessories

10. Exhaust hose

11. Window kit (part 2 )

- for filling the open

window space

12. Window kit (part 1) -

used to connect the

exhaust hose and

filling the remaining

open window space

13. Oval adapter for

insertion onto hose

and into window kit

14. Remote control

15. Active carbon filter

16. Drain tube for

continuous drainage

Installation – Activated Carbon Filter

Instructions to install the carbon filter

1. Remove the pre-filter

frame from the unit.

2. Separate the pleated

panel from the pre-filter

frame.

3. Remove the activated

carbon filter from its

plastic bag.

4. Place the activated

carbon filter into the

pre-filter frame.

5. Secure the filter by

reassembling the

pleated panel to the

pre-filter frame.

6. Install the pre-filter

frame to the unit.

Note: Replace the activated

carbon filter every 2-3

months or as needed.

Pleated panel

Pre-filter frame

Installation – Exhaust Hose

Follow the instructions below to install the window kit and exhaust hose.

FIG.5

Window kit

20”

1. Open the window and insert the window kit to cover the open gap. Next, slide the

window across so that the kit is held securely. You may need to adjust the size of the

window kit and secure it with screws. This technique may also be used for sash

windows.

Note: Take care to secure your window against intruders.

2. Thread the exhaust hose to the Exhaust air outlet of the portable air conditioner.

3. Thread the oval adapter to the exhaust hose.

4. Attach the adapter to the window kit.

Installation – Exhaust Hose

Use the hose provided and

attach the exhaust hose to

the back of the air

conditioner.

Avoid kinks and bends in the

exhaust hose as this will

cause the unit to work less

efficiently. Improper setup

may cause the unit to

overheat and shut off. Figs.

6 & 7 show the correct

position.

The hose may be extended

from 11” to 59.” For

maximum efficiency use the

shortest length possible.

FIG.6

FIG.7

FIG.8

WARNING!

The length of the exhaust hose

is specially designed according

to the specification of this

product. Longer hoses are not

recommended.

FIG.9

Operation – Using the Control Panel

Control Panel Parts

FIG.10

11. Temperature down button

1. Fan speed button 12. Power indicator

2. Timer button 13. Water full indicator

3. Display window 14. Power button

4. Senor for remote control 15. Sleep mode button

5. Heat mode indicator 16. Compressor indicator

6. Mode (function) button 17. Sleep mode indicator

7. Automatic mode indicator 18. Timer indicator

8. Cooling mode indicator 19. Low fan speed indicator

9. Fan mode indicator 20. High fan speed indicator

10. Temperature up button

Turning the Unit On or Off

Press the ‘POWER’ button and the unit will start in auto mode. If the ambient temperature is:

- Higher than 73o F, the unit will operate in cool mode.

- Higher than 68o F but below or equal to 73o F, the unit will operate in fan mode.

- Below 68o F, the unit will operate in heating mode.

An indicator will display next to the corresponding mode.

*NOTE: The display window shows the ambient room temperature from 32o F to 122o F

To turn the unit off, press the Power button again.

Selecting Between Automatic, Cooling, Heating, or Fan Modes

Press the MODE button to select the desired mode: automatic, cool, heat or fan.

The indicator of your selected mode comes on.

Operation – Using the Control Panel

Setting the Temperature

1. Press the ‘UP’ or ‘DOWN’ buttons to set the temperature you desire.

2. The display window will show the temperature you set as you press the ‘UP’ or

‘DOWN’ buttons. Otherwise, it will always show the ambient temperature.

The default temperature of this machine is: 75o F for cooling.

Note: Temperature control only works in cooling and heating modes.

Note: The temperature range for the heating function is 45 to 77o F. The temperature range

for the cool function is 62 to 90oF. For temperatures outside these ranges, the unit may not

work properly.

Setting the Fan Speed

1. Press the ‘SPEED’ button to toggle between high or low. The high or low indicator

will light on.

2. If the unit is in ‘AUTO’ mode, it will choose the fan speed automatically according to

the ambient temperature (the related indicators will light up). While in ‘AUTO’ mode,

pressing the ‘SPEED’ button will have no effect.

Setting the Timer to Automatically Shut Off the Unit

While the machine is running, press the ‘TIMER’ button to set the number of hours

you want to wait for the machine to shut off automatically. You are able to set the

time between 1 to 24 hours by continuing to press the ‘TIMER’ button. The timer

indicator will light up. When the time set has elapsed, the machine will turn off

automatically. The display window will show the hour(s) you set as you press the

‘TIMER’ button. If the timer is not engaged, the unit will work continuously.

Setting the Timer to Automatically Power-On the Unit

While the machine is turned off, you can set the machine to power on by pressing

the ‘Timer’ button, and setting the desired time. For example, if you set the timer to

‘2’, the unit will automatically turn on after 2 hours.

Note: You can also select which mode you would like the unit to start in while you

set the timer.

Sleep Mode

1. While in cooling mode, pressing the ‘SLEEP’ button will increase the set

temperature 1oF each hour for a maximum of two hours.

2. While in heating mode, pressing the ‘SLEEP’ button will decrease the set

temperature by 1oF each hour for a maximum of two hours.

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