Owner’s
Manual
Portable Air Conditioner
Model CPLMB-12000E
It is important that
you read these
instructions before
using your new
purchase and we
strongly recommend
that you keep them
in a safe place for
future reference.
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Table of Contents
THANK YOU ……………………………………………………………………… 2
Energy SavingTips …………………………………………………………… 2
SPECIFICATIONS ………………………………………………………………… 3
BEFORE USE ……………………………………………………………………… 4
THE CPLMB UNIT / PARTS ……………………………………………………… 5
AUTODRAIN NANOMIST TECHNOLOGY™ ASSEMBLY ……………………… 6
INSTALLATION OFTHE WINDOW KIT ………………………………………… 7
Window Kit Installation ……………………………………………………… 7
INSTALLATION …………………………………………………………………… 8
OPERATION ……………………………………………………………………… 9
Turning the Unit On ………………………………………………………… 9
Setting the Clock ……………………………………………………………… 9
Setting theTemperature ……………………………………………………… 9
Mode Button ………………………………………………………………… 9
Fan Speed …………………………………………………………………… 9
To Set theTimer ……………………………………………………………… 9
Canceling theTimer Function ………………………………………………… 11
Sleep Mode …………………………………………………………………… 11
REMOTE CONTROL ……………………………………………………………… 12
EMPTYINGTHE INTERNAL WATER CONTAINER ……………………………… 13
MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………………………… 14
Cleaning the Unit……………………………………………………………… 14
Cleaning the Filter …………………………………………………………… 14
End of Season Storage………………………………………………………… 14
TROUBLESHOOTING …………………………………………………………… 15
WARRANTY ……………………………………………………………………… 18
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Thank You!
Thank you for purchasing an AMCOR Portable Air Conditioner. AMCOR is a leading brand in indoor air
treatment. We would like you to enjoy the many benefits this unit offers, so please read this
manual carefully and take full advantage of the many advanced features that your AMCOR Portable Air
Conditioner offers you.
AMCOR has specialized in complete indoor environment control, manufacturing world-class air
conditioners, dehumidifiers and air purifiers with innovative technology.
In designing these advanced products, we have listened carefully to our customers and have passed
their views on to our research and development laboratories.
We wish you many years of enjoyable use.
After reading this manual, please keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Energy Saving Tips
• Do not locate the air conditioner where furniture or other objects can obstruct the airflow.
• Keep doors closed so cool air does not escape.
• Keep the filters clean.
Set the unit to maximum cooling and high speed fan initially, then adjust the unit to a comfortable setting.
NOTE: Use the Temperature Control (UP/DOWN) to adjust Air Conditioner
cooling to a desired level.
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Specifications
CPLMB-12000E
Model
Cooling Capacity
Cooling Power Consumption
Power Supply
Dehumidification
Recommended room size
Refrigerant
12,000 BTU/h
1,100 W / 9.8 A
115V / 60Hz / 1 Phase
80 pints / Day
Up to 400 sq. ft.
R-22
Compressor
Rotary
Fan Speeds
3 (2 + 1Turbo)
64º - 90º F
Thermostat
Timer
0-24 hours
Dimensions
20”W x 16”D x 33”H
75 lbs.
Weight
REMARKS:
The cooling capacity of the unit may be affected by the
height of the ceiling, quality of insulation, number of windows, etc.
Subject to modifications without prior notice.
Please refer to the rating label for greater precision.
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Before Use
IMPORTANT!
• Leave the unit in an upright position for at least 2 hours before use.
• Always place the unit on an even surface.
• The power cord has a built-in L.C.D.I. (Leakage Current Detection and Interruption)
circuit breaker for added safety. If the power supply is interrupted, please press the reset
button to reconnect the unit to the power source. The green light should be on.
• Make sure the unit is connected to a correctly grounded power supply.
• For proper operation, the unit must be vented to the outside.
• Do not cover or obstruct the appliance inlet or outlet grilles.
• To avoid the risk of shock, the product should never be used in bathrooms, shower rooms
or in any other steamy or wet areas.
• Always transport the unit in an upright position.
• Do not sit or stand on the unit.
• Do not place objects on the unit.
• Do not touch the unit with wet/damp hands or when standing barefoot.
• Drainage of the water container is required before moving the unit or
putting it into storage.
• If the electric socket is different from the plug provided, have a professionally qualified
electrician replace the outlet with a suitable one. Avoid the use of adaptor plugs, multiple
sockets and/or extension cords; if their use is necessary, ensure that they conform to the
current safety regulations.
• Do not pull the power cord or place it near a source of heat; always unroll it completely
to avoid the possibility of dangerous overheating.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified person.
THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY IF THE ABOVE
INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED.
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The CPLMB Unit
Air Outlet
Control
Panel
Upper air
inlet
Carrying
Handle
Exhaust Air
outlet
Lower air
inlet
Water stopper/
drain cap
Caster
Wheels
Parts
Air Filter (Pre-installed)
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/O
FF
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P
FA
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D
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Drain Pan
Exhaust Hose
Remote Control
Insulation Strips
Spiral Water Pipe
with Connector
Slide Bar
Connector
Adjustable Slide Bar
Display
COOLING
FAN
SLEEP
08:15 HOURS: MINUTES
75 ºF TEMPERATURE
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AutoDrain NanoMist TechnologyTM Assembly
Put spiral water
pipe into hot air
flexible hose.
Attach Window
Slide Bar
Connector to
Exhaust Hose by
twisting as shown.
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3
5
7
2
4
6
Turn the
connector
90 degrees
clockwise until it
is locked in place.
Connect the
female half of the
quick connector
at the end of the
spiral water pipe
to the male part
in the hot air
outlet pipe.
Assemble the
hot air hose on
the unit.
Clip on the
water atomizer
at the end of
the spiral pipe
to the holder.
Unfold flexible
Only
Required For
Disassembly.
hose with attached 8
hose adapter
connector, and
snap into
Window Slide Bar.
In order to
unlock the quick
connector, push
the tab and turn
the connector
90 degrees
counter-
clockwise.
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InstallationoftheWindow Kit
In order for this unit to function properly, it must be vented to the outside.
Fitting the Exhaust Hose through a window is easy. Please see below.
Adjustable
Slide Bar
Slide Bar
Connector
Exhaust
Hose
Window Kit Installation:
1. Extend Exhaust Hose at least 6" and insert it into back of the unit, tightening
into place by turning it clockwise.
2. Attach Slide Bar Connector to the other end of the Hose by extending hose at
least 6". Then tighten Hose by turning the Slide Bar Connector clockwise.
3. Place Adjustable Slide Bar in the window and expand so it fits tightly.
4. Mark Slide Bar to record width of the window.
5. Apply Insulation Strips on top and bottom of Slide Bar.
6. Reposition Slide Bar Connector in the window. Expand the Slide Bar to fit tight.
Tighten the screws.
7. Lower the window.
8. Make sure Hose has no kinks.
Slide Bar has 3 sections which allows installation in windows up
to 48" in width.
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Installation
WARNING!
The length of the exhaust pipe is specially designed according
to the specification of this product.
Do not extend it with your own hose, as this
could cause the unit to malfunction
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Operation
IMPORTANT: The air conditioner should be left in
an upright position for at least two hours
Reset Button
A. Turning the Unit On:
1. Plug the unit into a working electrical outlet.
2. Make sure the green light on the plug is on.
(If not, press the Reset button.)
Test Button
Green Light
3. Press the unit’s ON/OFF Button on the LCD display.
It may take a few minutes before cold air is dispersed.
4. Adjust FAN Speed by pressing the FAN Button
until the preferred fan speed is reached.
5. Press the TIME Button to Set.
B. Setting the TIME:
1. Press the TIME button for 3 seconds to set the clock. The hour digits will flash.
2. Press UP or DOWN to adjust the hour.
3. Press the TIME button, the minute digits will flash.
4. Press UP or DOWN to adjust the minutes.
5. Press the TIME Button to Set.
C. Setting the Temperature:
To change the set temperature press the Up/Down button.
The 2 digit display will indicate the set temperature.
NOTE: Reaching the set temperature depends on the room and outdoor climatic conditions.
The set temperature range is 64°F to 90°F.
D. Mode Button:
Press the Mode Button repeatedly until the icon representing the desired mode is
displayed (Cool or Fan). On the LCD-display you will see:
Cooling
Fan only
All settings will remain in memory unless power to the unit is shut off.
At re-start unit will revert back to default temperature setting of 72°F.
E. Fan Speed:
To select the desired fan speed, press the fan button. Options are Slow, Medium, and Turbo.
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Operation
Timer
The TIMER function allows you to program the time the unit turns on and turns off.
TO SET THE TIMER:
• Press the TIME button briefly, the 2 hour digits will flash.
• Press the UP or DOWN button to adjust the hour.
• Press the TIME button again. The 2 minute digits will flash.
• Press the UP or DOWN button briefly to adjust the minutes.
• The TIME is set. After 10 seconds the time display returns.
Programming the Timer for ON:
• Perform the standard steps as described above.
The linear time scale will be on between the
ON programmed times until 24:00.
The flashing bar on the time scale indicates the
real time and moves a segment ahead every
30 minutes until it reaches the ON timer
time, then the black segments in the linear time
scale will disappear.
OFF
ON
Timer Example
Programming the Timer for OFF:
• Perform the standard steps as described above. The linear
time scale will be on between the present time to the OFF
programmed time. The flashing bar on the time scale indicates
the real time and moves a segment ahead every 30 minutes until
it reaches the OFF timer time, then the black segments in the
liner time scale will disappear.
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Operation
The unit will operate daily according to the timer setting, unless changed.
After a power failure, or after the unit has been unplugged, you will have to program the
timer settings again.
Canceling the Timer Setting
In order to cancel the timer programming press the TIME button.
Sleep Mode
The SLEEP MODE gradually adjusts the temperature of the unit 4 degrees upward,
over a 3 hour period, to meet the needs of a body at rest.
To activate the SLEEP MODE:
• Ensure the unit is operating in Cool Mode.
• Set the desired starting temperature.
• Press SLEEP MODE button.
• In sleep mode fan will operate in low speed.
• To cancel this function press SLEEP MODE button again.
Shutting Off the Blue Light on Control Panel
Normally there is a blue light on the LCD display.
To shut it off, press the UP and DOWN push buttons at the same time.
The blue backlight will blink twice, and after 3 seconds, will go off.
Pressing any of the push buttons will re-light the blue backlight.
Auto Grill Function
1. When unit is being connected (plugged in) to the electricity the louvers open and
close (and stay closed).
2. When the ON button is pressed, the louvers open to the maximum and return to an|
angle of 75º above the upper plane of the louvers housing (AUTO GRILL).
3. When the swing push button is pressed, the louvers swing up & down between
30º and 80º above the upper plane of the louvers housing (SWING).
4. When the louvers are moving in the swing function, by pressing the swing push button,
the louvers stop moving and remain in the same position (SWING). This enables the
user to direct the airflow vertically via the remote control.
5. When the OFF push button is pressed, the louvers close (AUTO GRILL).
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Remote Control
To Operate the Remote Control:
Insert batteries by pulling down on front cover (See fig. 1).
Be sure the remote is pointed at the unit at all times.
1. To Set the Clock:
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• Press the TIME button for 3 seconds.
Fϒ
• The hour digits will flash. Press UP or DOWN to adjust the hour.
• Press the TIME button. The minute digits will flash.
Press UP or DOWN to adjust the minutes.
ON/OFF
UP
FAN
DOWN
• Press the TIME button when finished.
TIME
2. To Turn Unit ON:
• Press the ON / OFF button
SLEEP
MODE
3. To Adjust TEMPERATURE:
SWING
• Adjust temperature using the UP / DOWN buttons
4. To Adjust FAN SPEED:
• Press FAN button to select speed.
5. To Set the TIMER:
A. SET START TIME
• Press timer ON button and set the On hour using
the UP and DOWN buttons.
• Press timer ON button and set the minutes using
the UP and DOWN buttons.
Slide
Cover
Down
• Press timer ON to finish.
B. SET OFF TIME
• Press the timer OFF button and set the Off hour using
the UP and DOWN button.
• Press the timer OFF button and set the minutes using
the UP and DOWN buttons.
• Press timer OFF to finish.
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6. To Set SLEEP MODE:
• Make certain unit is operating in Cool Mode.
• Set the desired starting temperature.
• Press SLEEP MODE button.
7. To set Auto Grill Mode:
• Press the SWING button for moving louvers
• Press the SWING button again to stop louvers from moving
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Emptying the Internal Water Container
Note: There are two instances where draining the internal water container may be recommended:
1. In the unlikely event that the Container Full Light on the LCD display flashes
2. Prior to storage of unit.
When the internal water container is full, the back light on the LCD display flashes.
The unit will shut off automatically, and must be drained before it will restart.
To Drain the Unit:
• Switch off the unit and remove the plug from the wall socket.
• DO NOT MOVE THE UNIT. Doing this can result in water
leakage, damaging your floor or carpet.
• Place the drain pan on the floor under the drain cap.
• Remove the drain cap and the rubber stopper from the
drain, and let the water run out. Partially fill the drain pan,
replace the rubber stopper, and empty the drain pan.
This procedure must be repeated until the unit is empty.
• Replace the rubber stopper and drain cap.
Put plug into the wall socket, and switch the unit on.
The warning signal should be off.
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Maintenance
Always unplug the unit from the wall before performing any maintenance.
• Make sure the unit is drained before moving.
Cleaning the Unit:
• Only use a soft damp cloth.
• Never use chemicals, oil-based products, detergents, or other cleaning solutions.
These could damage the cabinet.
Cleaning the “Upper” Filter:
• Slide out the filter holder
from the unit.
• Separate the filter fixer from
the filter holder (see fig. 1).
• Remove the active carbon filter (black) and slide out the 3M™ High Air Flow filter (white).
• To clean filters, vacuum with standard vacuum cleaner.
• Insert the active carbon filter into the filter holder (see fig. 2).
• Insert the 3M™ High Air Flow filter into the filter holder (see fig. 3).
• Fix the filters by reassembling the fixer into the filter holder (see fig. 4).
Cleaning the “Lower” Filter:
• Vacuum with standard vacuum cleaner.
NOTE:
• Before storage be sure filters are clean and dry.
• Should you need to replace filters, contact Amcor for replacement.
• The screen filter must always be used.
• The 3M™ High Air Flow filter should be cleaned periodically. Both filters can be vacuumed.
IMPORTANT: NEVER operate the unit without a filter.
End of Season Storage:
• Unplug the unit.
• Drain the condensed water COMPLETELY.
• Clean the upper and lower filter.
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Troubleshooting
Never try to repair or dismantle the air conditioner yourself. Tampering with the unit may
result in the loss of warranty and can endanger the user and property.
Problem
Cause
Solution
Close doors and windows.
Clean or replace filter.
Remove blockage.
The Air Condi-
tioner Does Not
Function Properly
Windows or doors are open.
The filter is dirty.
Air inlet or air outlet is blocked.
Room temperature lower than the
selected value.
Lower temperature selected.
The Unit Does
Nothing
The overheat protection is activated. Wait 3 minutes until temperature has
decreased, then turn on again.
No power supply.
Make sure outlet works.
Be sure Green Light is on (L.C.D.I. Plug)
Press Re-start button.
Water container is full. The LCD
light is flashing
Drain the Unit.
Timer Function Set.
Deactivate the Timer Function.
Place on an even surface.
The Unit is Noisy Unit is not standing on a level
surface.
The Remote
Control Does Not
Function
Distance too great.
Make sure the remote is aimed at the
control panel.
Remote control signal not detected Control is aimed at the control panel.
by control panel.
Batteries are dead.
Replace the batteries.
If you have any questions regarding the operation of the this product
please contact AMCOR at 1-866-361-2233
REPLACEMENT FILTERS:
To purchase Replacement Filters for this unit, contact AMCOR at
1-866-361-2233 and request model number CPLMB-12000E
If this product is defective or not working properly,
please DO NOT return to your retail store.
Please contact Amcor for service or technical assistance
Amcor Inc.
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One Year Limited Warranty
(5 Years for Compressor Only)
Amcor, Inc. (“Amcor”) warrants the original retail purchaser (“Purchaser”) purchasing in the United
States that the Amcor product with which this warranty is enclosed is free from defects in materials
and workmanship.
Amcor’s sole obligation under this warranty is to replace, or at Amcor’s discretion, to repair, free
of charge, all defective parts, for a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase. (5 years for
Compressor Only) ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS SIMILARLY LIMITED
TO ONE (1) YEAR -(5 years for Compressor Only) FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AND
NO ACTION BASED UPON ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OTHER-
WISE MAY BE COMMENCED AFTER EXPIRATION OF ONE (1) YEAR -(5 years for Compressor
Only) FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE. Some states do not allow limitations on
how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation -(5 years for Compressor Only) may not
apply to you.
The provisions of this warranty shall not apply to any product which in Amcor’s judgment has been
(1) subject to misuse or neglect. (2) damaged in an accident. (3) used for a purpose for which it was
not designed, or (4) repaired or altered in any way that adversely affected its performance or reli-ability.
To obtain warranty service, the defective product or part must be shipped or delivered to: Amcor’s
authorized service center. All postage, insurance and shipping charges are the responsibility of the
Purchaser and are not included in this warranty.
AMCOR NEITHER ASSUMES NOR AUTHORIZES ANY PERSON TO ASSUME FOR IT ANY
OTHER ( LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH ITS PRODUCTS, THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES
WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE DESCRIPTION ON THE FACE HEREOF. NO RESPONSIBILITY
IS ASSUMED FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES THAT MAY RESULT FROM
THE USE OF AN AMCOR PRODUCT, NOR FOR THE DAMAGES DUE TO ACCIDENT, ABUSE,
LACK OF RESPONSIBLE CARE, THE AFFIXING OF ANY UNAUTHORIZED ATTACHMENT,
LOSS OF PARTS, OR USE AT A VOLTAGE OTHER THAN SPECIFIED. Some states do not allow
the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not
apply to you.
Amcor disclaims all liabilities for defects or damages caused by use of replacement parts obtained
from or by service at any service center other than Amcor’s authorized service center.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state
to state.
Product: AMCOR Plasma 12000 Portable Air Conditioner
Model: CPLMB-12000E
Date Purchased:__________________________________ Production Code:________
QUESTIONS? Call 1-866-361-2233
Dear Customer: Please keep this warranty for your record.
DO NOT return it.
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