AC-12100E
PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER
’
OWNER S MANUAL
INTRODUCTION
When using this air conditioner, please keep the following information in mind:
DISPOSAL: Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of
such waste separately for special treatment is necessary.
It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance in domestic household waste.
For disposal, the following options may be available:
A) The municipality has established collection systems, where electronic waste can be
bedisposed of free of charge to the user.
B) When buying a new product, the retailer will take back the old product freeof charge.
C) The manufacture will take back the old appliance for disposal free of charge to the
user.
D) As old products contain valuable resources, they can be sold to scrap metal dealers.
Disposing of waste in forests and landscapes endangers your health when hazardous
substances leak into the ground-water and find their way into the food chain.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Safety rules
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be
followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage.
Always Do This:
Never Do This:
!
Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet room
such as a bathroom or laundry room.
Do not touch the unit with wet or damp hands or
when barefoot.
Do not press the buttons on the control panel with
anything other than your fingers.
Do not remove any fixed covers. Never use this
appliance if it is not working properly, or if it has
been dropped or damaged.
Your air conditioner should be used in such a way
that it is protected from moisture. e.g. condensation,
splashed water, etc. Do not place or store your air
conditioner where it can fall or be pulled into water
or any other liquid. If your unit becomes wet, unplug
immediately. Always transport your air conditioner in
a vertical position and stand on a stable, level
surface during use.
Never use the plug to start and stop the unit. Always
use the switch on the control panel.
Turn off the product when not in use.
Always contact a qualified person to carry out
repairs. If the supply cord is damaged it must be
repaired by a qualified technician.
Keep an air path of at least 30cm all around the
unit from walls, furniture and curtains.
If the air conditioner is knocked over during use,
turn off the unit and unplug from the power supply
immediately.
Do not cover or obstruct the inlet or outlet grilles.
Do not use hazardous chemicals to clean or come
into contact with the unit. Do not use the unit in the
presence of inflammable substances or vapour such
as alcohol, insecticides, gasoline,etc.
Do not allow children to operate the unit
unsupervised.
Do not use this product for functions other than
those described in this instruction manual.
Energy Saving Tips:
Use the unit in the recommended room size.
Locate the unit where furniture cannot obstruct the air flow.
Keep blinds/curtains closed during the sunniest part of the day.
Keep the filters clean.
Keep doors and windows closed to keep cool air in and warm air out.
Operating condition
The air conditioner must be operated within the temperature range indicated below:
MODE
COOL
DRY
ROOM TEMPERATURE
62°F (17°C)~ 95°F (35°C)
55°F (13°C)~95°F (35°C)
HEAT(heat pump type)
HEAT(electrical heat type)
41°F (5°C)~88°F (30°C)
<88°F/30°C
Note: Performance may be reduced outside of these operating temperatures.
Suggested tools for window kit installation
1. Screwdriver(medium size Phillips)
2. Tape measure or ruler
3. Knife or scissors
4. Saw (in the event that the window kit needs to be cut down in size because
the window is too narrow for direct installation)
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IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS
WARNING
For your safety
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Avoid fire hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug. Do not remove
any prong from the power cord.
WARNING
Electrical Information
Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen. This information can be found
on the serial plate, which is located on the side of the cabinet and behind the grille.
Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards, proper grounding is
important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock
hazards.
Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall receptacle you intend
to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified
electrician install the proper receptacle.
Ensure the receptacle is accessible after the unit installation.
Accessories
PARTS :
PARTS NAME :
QUANTITY :
1 set
Exhaust hose (supplied), adapter B
(round mouth or flat month,
depending on models) and Window
Slider Kit and bolt
or
1 set
3 pc
Adaptor B (round mouth)
Foam seal 3/pc
Remote Controller and Battery
(For remote control models only)
1set
1pc
Drain hose
All the illustrations in this manual are for explanation purpose only. Your airconditioner
may be slightly different. The actual shape shall prevail.
NOTE:
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IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS
NAMES OF PARTS
1
Front
2
Operation Panel
1
2
4
Horizontal Louver Blade
(Swing automatically)
3
4
Caster
Carrying Handle
(Both sides)
3
Fig.1
Model A
1
2
3
Operation Panel
1
2
5
Horizontal Louver Blade
(Manual)
Remote signal receptor
Caster
3
4
5
Carrying Handle
(Both)
4
Model B
Fig.2
Rear
Upper Air Filter
6
6
(Behind the grille)
9
Air Outlet
7
8
Power Cord Outlet
Air Intake
10
11
7
9
10
11
12
Drain Outlet
Air intake
8
12
Lower Air Filter
(Behind the grille)
13
Bottom Tray Drain Outlet
13
Fig.3
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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES
ELECTRONIC CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote controller
and all its functions, then follow the symbol for the functions you desire.
The unit can be controlled by the unit control panel alone or with the remote controller .
NOTE: This manual does not include remote control operation instructions.Please see the
Remote Control Operation Instructions packed with the unit for details.
OPERATION PANEL OF THE AIR CONDITIONER
Remote Signal Receptor
(Some models have the
signal receptor on the
front panel , Fig.2)
(Available only on
models with auto
swing feature.)
6
7
6
8
SWING
HI
AUTO
HEAT
COOL
F
C
MED
TIMER ON
DRY
FAN
MODE
SLEEP
FAN
LOW
TIMER OFF
5
3
4
2
1
Fig. 4
UP(
) and DOWN( ) buttons
6
MODE select button
1
Used to adjust (increasing/decreasing)
temperature settings(2°F/ 1°C increments)
in a range of 62°F (17°C) to 88°F (30°C)
orthe TIMER setting in a range of 0~24hrs..
NOTE: The control is capable of displaying
temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees
Celsius. To convert from one to the other, press
and hold the Up and Down buttons at the same
time, for 3 seconds.
Selects the appropriate operating mode.
Each time you press the button, a mode
is selected in a sequence that goes from
AUTO, COOL, DRY, FAN and HEAT(except
cooling only models). The mode indicator light
illuminates under the different mode settings
2
TIMER button
Used to initiate the AUTO ON start time and
AUTO OFF stop time program, in conjunction
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LED Display
Shows the set temperature in°F and°C and
the auto-timer settings.
with the
&
buttons.
While on DRY and FAN modes, it shows
the room temperature.
Error codes:
3
4
POWER button
Power on/off.
E1- Room temperature sensor error-
Unplug the unit and plug it back in.
If error repeats, call for service.
E2- Evaporator temperature sensor error-
Unplug the unit and plug it back in.
If error repeats, call for service.
E4- Display panel communication error-
Unplug the unit and plug it back in.
If error repeats, call for service.
P1- Bottom tray is full - Connect the
drain hose and drain the collected
water away.If error repeats, call
for service.
SLEEP button
Used to initiate the SLEEP function.
5 FAN button
Control the fan speed. Press to select the fan
speed in four steps-LOW, MED, HI and AUTO.
The fan speed indicator light illuminates under
different fan settings except AUTO speed. When
the auto fan speed is selected, all the fan indicator
lightsturn dark.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SWING button
FAN operation
8
(Applicable to the models with auto swing feature only)
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Press the "MODE" button until the
"FAN" indicator light comes on.
Press the "FAN SPEED" button to
choose the fan speed. The temperature
cannot be adjusted.
When power is ON, press the SWING
button to stop the louver at the desired
angle. The angle of the louver increases
6° for each press. Hold the button down
for 2 seconds or longer to initiate the
auto-swing feature.
-
-
Do not put the duct to window.
Operating Instructions
COOL operation
TIMER operation
-
When the unit is on, first press the
Timer button, the TIMER OFF
indicator light illuminates. It indi-
cates the Auto Stop program is
initiated.
-
Press the "MODE" button until the "COOL"
indicator light comes on.
-
Press the ADJUST buttons " " or " " to
select your desired room temperature. The
temperature can be set within a range of
62°F-88°F /17°C-30°C.
-
When the unit is off, first press the
Timer button, the TIMER ONindic-
ator light illuminates. It indicates
the Auto Start program is initiated.
Press or hold the UPor DOWN
button to change the Auto time by
0.5 hour increments, up to 10 hours,
then at 1 hour increments up to 24
hours. The control will count down
the time remaining until start.
The selected time will display for 5
seconds before reverting to display
the previous temperature setting.
-
Press the "FAN SPEED" button to choose the
fan speed.
-
HEAT operation(not available on cooling only models)
-
Press the "MODE" button until the "HEAT"
indicator light comes on.
-
Press the ADJUST buttons " " or " " to
select your desired room temperature. The
temperature can be set within a range of
62°F-88°F /17°C-30°C.
-
-
-
-
Press the "FAN SPEED" button to choose the
fan speed. For some models, the fan speed
cannot be adjusted under HEAT mode.
Turning the unit ON or OFF at any
time or adjusting the timer setting
to 0.0 will cancel the Auto Start/
Stop timed program.
When a malfunction (E1 or E2)
occurs, the Auto Start/Stop timed
program will also be cancelled.
DRY operation
-
Press the "MODE" button until the "DRY" indicator
light comes on.
-
Under this mode, you cannot select a fan speed or
adjust the temperature. The fan motor operates at
LOW speed.
SLEEP operation
Press this button, the selected temperature
will increase(cooling) or decrease(heating)
by 1OC/2OF after 30 minutes.The temperature
will then increase(cooling) or decrease
(heating) by another 1OC/2OF after an
additional 30 minutes. This new temper-
ature will be maintained for 7 hours.
Before it returns to the originally selected
temperature. This ends the Sleep mode
and the unit will continue to operate as
originally programmed.
-
-
Keep windows and doors closed for the best
dehumidifying effect.
Do not put the duct to window.
AUTO operation
-
When you set the air conditioner in AUTO
mode, it will automatically select cooling,
heating(if available), or fan only operation
depending on what temperature you have
selected and the room temperature.
The air conditioner will control room
temperature automatically based upon
temperature point set by you.
-
-
NOTE: This feature is unavailable under
FAN or DRY mode.
Under AUTO mode, you cannot
select the fan speed.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Other features
Power Outage
In case of a power outage or interruption,
the unit will automatically re-start, in the
settings last used, after the power is restored.
Wait 3 minutes before resuming operation
After the unit has stopped, operation cannot
be restarted for the first 3 minutes after power
has been restored. This is to protectthe unit.
Operation will automatically start after 3
minutes.
Adjust manually
Air flow direction adjustment
The louver can be adjusted manually depending
upon the model owned.
Adjust the air flow direction manually
(Fig.5):
The louver can be set to the desired position
manually. The max setting angle is about
60O, please do not force to set any wider.
Do not place any heavy objects or other loadson
the louver, doing so will cause damage tothe
unit.
Fig.5
Keep the louver fully opened during
operation.
Swing automatically
Adjust the air flow direction automatically
(Fig.6):
When unit is ON, the louver opens fully.
Use the SWING button on the remote
controller to adjust the louver to the desired
angle.
The angle of the louver increases 6° each time
the button is pressed until it reaches the maximum
angle and enters the automatic swing mode.
Hold the swing button down for 2 seconds or longer
to activate the auto swing feature. The louver swings
as shown inFig.6
Fig.6
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (optional)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Location
The air conditioner should be placed on a firm
foundation to minimize noise and vibration. For
safe and secure positioning, place the unit on a
smooth, level floor strong enough to support the unit.
The unit has casters to aid placement, but 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.
or
Fig.7
A:30cm-100cm
B:30cm
The unit must be placed within reach of a properly
rated grounded socket.
Vertical
window
Never place any obstacles around the air inlet or
outlet of the unit.
Allow 30cm to 100cm of space from the wall with
window for efficient air-conditioning.
Window Slider Kit
Minimum:1.84ft (56.2cm).
Maximum:3.22ft (98.2cm).
Window Slider Kit Installation
Your window slider kit has been designed to fit most
standard vertical and horizontal window
applications. However, it may be necessary for you to
improvise/modify some aspects of the installation
procedures for certain types of window. Please refer
to Fig. 8 & Fig.9 for minimum and maximum window
openings. Window slider kit can be fixed with a bolt
(see Fig.9a).
or
Vertical
window
Window Slider Kit
Minimum:1.84ft (56.2cm).
Maximum:3.22ft (98.2cm).
Note: If the window opening is less than the mentioned
minimum length of the window slider kit, cut the piecewith
a hole in it, so that it is the correct size to fit the window
opening. Never cut out the hole in window slider kit.
Fig.8
Horizontal
window
Window Slider Kit
Minimum:1.84ft (56.2cm).
Maximum:3.22ft (98.2cm).
bolt
bolt
or
or
Window
slider kit
Window slider kit
Horizontal
window
Fig.9a
Window Slider Kit
Minimum:1.84ft (56.2cm).
Maximum:3.22ft (98.2cm).
Fig.9
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (optional)
Installation in a double-hung sash
window
Foam seal A
(adhesive type)
1. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper
length and attach it to the window stool. Fig.10
Fig.10
2. Attach the window slider kit to the window stool.
Adjust the length of the window slider kit according
to the width of window; shorten the adjustable window
kit if the width of window is less than 22.1 inches.
Open the window sash and place the window slider
kit on the window stool. Fig.11
Window kit
22.1 ~ 38.6
or
Window stool
3. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper
length and attach it on the top of the window. Shown
as in Fig.12.
Window kit
4. Close the window sash securely against the
window.
22.1 ~ 38.6
Window stool
5. Cut the foam seal to an appropriate length and
seal the open gap between the top window sash
and outer window sash. Shown as in Fig.13.
Fig.11
Window kit
or
Window stool
Window kit
Window stool
Fig.12
Foam seal
Fig.13
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (optional)
Installation in a sliding sash
window
Foam seal A
(adhesive type)
1. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper
length and attach it to the window frame,Fig.14.
Fig.14
2. Attach the window slider kit to the window stool.
Adjust the length of the window slider kit according
to the width of window; shorten the adjustable window
kit if the width of window is less than 22.1 inches.
Open the window sash and place the window slider
kit on the window stool. See Fig.15.
Window
panel
22.1 ~ 38.6
3. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper
length and attach it on the top of the window.
Shown as in Fig.16.
or
Window
panel
4. Close the sliding sash securely against the window.
22.1 ~ 38.6
5. Cut the foam seal to an appropriate length and
seal the open gap between the top window sash
and outer window sash. Shown as in Fig.17.
Fig.15
or
Fig.16
Foam seal
Fig.17
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (optional)
Exhaust hose installation:
The exhaust hose and adaptor must be installed or removed
in accordance with the usage mode.
Fig.18a
Fig.18b
COOL,HEAT(heat pump type) or AUTO
mode
Install
FAN,DEHUMIDIIFY or HEAT(electrical heat type)
mode
Remove
1. Install the window exhaust adaptor B onto the exhaust
hose as shown in Fig.18a. or Fig.18b. Refer to the previous
pages for window kit installation.
2. Place the exhaust hose over against the air outlet opening
hook (See Fig.19) and flat the other end (See Fig.20) for
quick installation.
Hook
Fig.19
The exhaust hose can be installed into the wall
(Not applicable to the units without adaptor A, expansion
plugs and wooden screws of Accessories ).
1. Prepare a hole in an outside wall. Install the wall exhaust
adaptor A in the hole using the 4 expansion plugs and wooden
screws. Be sure to affix securely. (See Fig.21)
2. Attach the exhaust hose to wall exhaustadaptor A.
Fig.20
Note:
Cover the hole using the adaptor cap when not in use.
The duct canbe compressed orextended moderately
according to theinstallation requirements, but it is
desirable to keepthe duct lengthto a minimum.
Expansion plug
position
Adaptor A
Adaptor
cap
IMPORTANT:
DO NOT OVER BEND THE DUCT (SEE Fig. 22)
max 47.24 inches
min11.81 inches
Fig.21
Fig.22
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Water drainage:
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During dehumidifying modes, remove the drain
plug from the back of the unit; install the drain
connector (5/8 universal female mender) with
3 4 hose (not included). For the models
without drain connector, just attach the drain
hose to the hole. Place the open end of the
hose directly over the drain area in your
Remove the
drain plug
basement floor. Please refer to Fig. 23 & 24.
Fig.23
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When the water level of the bottom tray reaches
a predetermined level, the unit beeps 8 times,
the digital display area shows P1. At this time
the air conditioning/dehumidification process will
immediately stop. However, the fan motor will
continue to operate (this is normal).
Continuous
drain hose
Carefully move the unit to a drain location,
remove the bottom drain plug and let the
water drain away (Fig. 25). Restart the machine
until the P1 symbol disappears. If the error
repeats, call for service.
Fig.24
Fig.25
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Air filter
(slide out)
IMPORTANT:
1) Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing.
2) Do not use gasoline, thinner or other chemicals to clean
the unit.
3) Do not wash the unit directly under a tap or using a hose.
It may cause electrical danger.
4) If the power cord is damaged, it should be repaired by
manufacturer or its agency.
Fig.26
1. Air filter
-
Clean the air filter at least once every two weeks to prevent
inferior fan operation due todust.
-
Removal
Remove the
screw and
take the air
inlet grille
down
This unit has two filters. Grasp the upper filter tab (Fig. 26),
, ,
, ,
pull the filter out,, then up,., Remove the lower filter by
loosening the screw, taking down the air inlet grille, then
removing the air filter as shown in Fig. 27 & 28.
Cleaning
-
-
Fig.27
Wash the air filter by immersing it gently in warm water
(about 104°F/40°C) with a neutral detergent. Rinse the filter
and dry it in a shady place.
Mounting
Insert the upper air filter from above after cleaning, Attach
the lower air filter on the air inlet grille, then install the grille
by using the screw.
2. Unit enclosure
Remove the air filter
out from the grille
-
Use a lint-free cloth soaked with neutral detergent to clean
the unit enclosure. Finish by wiping with a dry clean cloth.
Fig.28
Power cord
3. Prepare unit for storage
Band
-
Remove the rubber plug at the back of the unit and attach
a hose to drain outlet. Place the open end of the hose
directly over the drain area in your basement floor
(See Fig.23 & 24).
-
-
Remove the plug from the bottom drain outlet, all the water
in the bottom tray will drain out (See Fig.25).
Keep the appliance running on FAN mode for half a day in
a warm room to dry the appliance inside and prevent mold
forming.
Fig.29
-
Stop the appliance and unplug it, wrap the cord and
bundle it with the tape(Fig.29). Remove the batteries from
the remote controller.
-
-
Clean the air filter and reinstall it.
Unscrew the exhaust hose to the right or left and pull out
for uninstallation(Fig.30)and cover the window or wall hole
with the adaptor cap.
Fig.30
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
TROUBLE SHOOTING
TROUBLES
POSSIBLE CAUSES
SUGGEST REMEDIES
1. Unit does not
start when
-
P1 appears in the display window
Drain the water in the bottom tray.
pressing on/off
button
-
Room temperature is lower than
Reset the temperature.
the set temperature.(Cooling mode)
-
-
-
The windows or doors in the room
are not closed.
Make sure all the windows and
doors are closed.
There are heat sources inside the
room.
Remove the heat sources if possible.
2. Not cool enough
Exhaust air duct is not connected or
blocked.
Connect the duct and make
sure it can function properly.
-
-
Temperature setting is too high.
Air filter is blocked by dust.
Decrease the set temperature.
Clean the air filter.
3. Noisy or vibration
4. Gurgling sound
-
-
The ground is not level or not flat
enough.
Place the unit on a flat, level
ground if possible.
The sound comes from the flowing
of the refrigerant inside the
air-conditioner.
It is normal.
-
The automatic over heat
protection function. When the
temperature at the air outlet
exceeds158°F/70°C the de vice
will stop.
Switch on again after the unit
has cooled down.
5. Power shut off at
heating mode
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LIMITED MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
This appliance is covered by a limited manufacturer’s warranty.
For one year from the
original date of purchase, the manufacturer will repair or replace any parts of this appliance
that prove to be defective in materials and workmanship, provided the appliance has been
used under normal operating conditions as intended by the manufacturer.
Warranty Terms:
During the first year, any components of this appliance found to be defective due to
materials or workmanship will be repaired or replaced, at the manufacturer’s discretion, at
no charge to the original purchaser. The purchaser will be responsible for any removal or
transportation costs.
Warranty Exclusions:
The warranty will not apply if damage is caused by any of the following:
Power failure
Damage in transit or when moving the appliance
Improper power supply such as low voltage, defective household wiring or
inadequate fuses
Accident, alteration, misuse or abuse of the appliance such as using non-approved
accessories, inadequate air circulation in the room or abnormal operating conditions
(extreme temperatures)
Use in commercial or industrial applications
Fire, water damage, theft, war, riot, hostility or acts of God such as hurricanes,
floods, etc.
Use of force or damage caused by external influences
Partially or completely dismantled appliances
Obtaining Service:
When making a warranty claim, please have the original bill of purchase with purchase
date available. Once confirmed that your appliance is eligible for warranty service, all
repairs will be performed by a NewAir™ authorized repair facility. The purchaser will be
responsible for any removal or transportation costs. Replacement parts and/or units will
be new, re-manufactured or refurbished and is subject to the manufacturer’s discretion.
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