Arbaco PLASMA COOL 14000E User manual

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.
PLASMA COOL 14000E
Innovative AutoDrain NanoMist Technology™
Patent Pending
Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents
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THANK YOU ………………………………………………………………………… 2
Energy Saving Tips ……………………………………………………………………… 2
SPECIFICATIONS …………………………………………………………………… 3
BEFORE USE ………………………………………………………………………… 4
THE PLASMA COOL UNIT / PARTS ………………………………………………… 5
AUTODRAIN NANOMIST TECHNOLOGY™ ASSEMBLY ………………………… 6
INSTALLATION OF THE WINDOW KIT …………………………………………… 7
Window Kit Installation…………………………………………………………………… 7
INSTALLATION ……………………………………………………………………… 8
OPERATION ………………………………………………………………………… 9
Turning the Unit On ……………………………………………………………………… 9
Setting the Clock ………………………………………………………………………… 9
Setting the Temperature ………………………………………………………………… 9
Mode Button …………………………………………………………………………… 9
Fan Speed ……………………………………………………………………………… 9
To Set the Timer ………………………………………………………………………… 10
Canceling the Timer Function …………………………………………………………… 11
Sleep Mode ……………………………………………………………………………… 11
REMOTE CONTROL ………………………………………………………………… 12
EMPTYING THE INTERNAL WATER CONTAINER ………………………………… 13
MAINTENANCE ……………………………………………………………………… 14
Cleaning the Unit ………………………………………………………………………… 14
Cleaning the Filter ……………………………………………………………………… 14
End of Season Storage …………………………………………………………………… 14
TROUBLESHOOTING ……………………………………………………………… 15
WARRANTY ………………………………………………………………………… 18

Thank you for purchasing an Arbaco Portable Air Conditioner. Arbaco 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 Arbaco Portable Air
Conditioner offers you.
Arbaco 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.
Thank You!
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Specifications
Model PLASMA COOL 14000E
Cooling Capacity 14,000 BTU/hr
Cooling Power Consumption 1,100 W / 9.8A
Dehumidification 80 pints / Day
Recommended room size Up to 400 sq. ft.
Power Supply 115V / 60Hz / 1 Phase
Refrigerant R-22
Compressor Rotary
Fan Speeds 3 (2 + 1 Turbo)
Thermostat 64º - 90º F
Timer 0-24 hours
Weight 75 lbs.
Dimensions 20”W x 16”D x 33”H
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 Plasma Cool Unit
COOLING
FAN
HEAT
Display
08:15 HOURS: MINUTES
75 ºF TEMPERATURE
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Remote Control
Exhaust Hose
Slide Bar
Connector
Adjustable Slide Bar
Insulation Strips
Spiral Water Pipe
with Connector
Drain Pan
08:15
75
ºF
24:00 00:00
06:00
18:00
12:00
Air Filter (Pre-installed)
Parts

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Put spiral water
pipe into hot air
flexible hose.
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.
Turn the
connector
90 degrees
clockwise until it
is locked in place.
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
hose with attached
hose adapter
connector, and
snap into
Window Slide Bar.
Only
Required For
Disassembly.
In order to
unlock the quick
connector, push
the tab and turn
the connector
90 degrees
counter-
clockwise.
AutoDrain NanoMist TechnologyTM Assembly
2
3
6
8
4
5
7
1Attach Window
Slide Bar
Connector to
Exhaust Hose by
twisting as shown.

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AutoDrain NanoMist TechnologyTM AssemblyInstallation of the Window 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
Exhaust
Hose
Slide Bar
Connecto
r
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

Operation
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IMPORTANT: The air conditioner should be left in
an upright position for at least two hours
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.)
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.
Reset Button
Green Light
Test Button

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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 circular 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 circular time
scale will disappear.
Programming the Timer for OFF:
• Perform the standard steps as described above. The circular
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
circular time scale will disappear.
OFF ON
Timer Example
24:00 00:00
06:0018:00

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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.

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Remote Control
10:09
72
F°
ON/OFF UP
FAN DOWN
TIME
SLEEP MODE
fi
g
.1
Slide
Cover
Down
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:
• Press the TIME button for 3 seconds.
• 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.
• Press the TIME button when finished.
2. To Turn Unit ON:
• Press the ON / OFF button
3. To Adjust TEMPERATURE:
• 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.
• 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.
6. To Set SLEEP MODE:
• Make certain unit is operating in Cool Mode.
• Set the desired starting temperature.
• Press SLEEP MODE button.

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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.

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 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).
NOTE:
• Before storage be sure filters are clean and dry.
• Should you need to replace filters, contact Arbaco 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 filter.
Maintenance
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Troubleshooting
If you have any questions regarding the operation of the Plasma Cool
please contact Arbaco at 1-877-613-1800
REPLACEMENT FILTERS:
To purchase Replacement Filters for this unit, contact Arbaco at
1-877-613-1800 and request model number PLASMA COOL 14000E
If this product is defective or not working properly,
please DO NOT return to your retail store.
Please contact Arbaco for service or technical assistance
Arbaco Ltd.
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Problem Cause Solution
The Unit Does
Nothing
No power supply. Make sure outlet works.
Be sure Green Light is on (L.C.D.I. Plug)
Press Re-start button.
Is the LCD light is flashing? Drain the Unit.
Timer Function Set. Deactivate the Timer Function.
The Air Conditioner
Does Not Function
Properly
Windows or doors are
open.
Close doors and windows.
The filter is dirty. Clean or replace filter.
Air inlet or air outlet is
blocked.
Remove blockage.
Room temperature lower
than the selected value.
Lower temperature selected.
The overheat protection is
activated.
Wait 3 minutes until temperature has de-
creased, then turn on again.
The Unit is Noisy Unit is not standing on a
level
surface.
Place on an even surface.
The Remote
Control Does Not
Function
Distance too great. Make sure the remote is aimed at the con-
trol panel.
Remote control signal not
detected by control panel.
Control is aimed at the control panel.
Batteries are dead. Replace the batteries.

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Plasma Cool by Arbaco Plasma Cool by Arbaco
Arbaco Direct Inc. Arbaco Direct Inc.
2 – 572 5th Street 657 Century Street
Pembina, ND 58271 Winnipeg, MB R3H 0L9
1-877-613-1800 1-877-613-1800
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One Year Limited Warranty
(5 Years for Compressor Only)
Arbaco, Ltd. (“Arbaco”) warrants the original retail purchaser (“Purchaser”) purchasing in the United
States that the Arbaco product with which this warranty is enclosed is free from defects in materials
and workmanship.
Arbaco’s sole obligation under this warranty is to replace, or at Arbaco’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 Arbaco’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 reliability.
To obtain warranty service, the defective product or part must be shipped or delivered to: Arbaco’s
authorized service center. All postage, insurance and shipping charges are the responsibility of the
Purchaser and are not included in this warranty.
ARBACO 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 ARBACO 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.
Arbaco disclaims all liabilities for defects or damages caused by use of replacement parts obtained
from or by service at any service center other than Arbaco’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: Arbaco Plasma Cool Portable Air Conditioner Model: PLASMA COOL 14000E
Date Purchased:______________________________________ Production Code:________
QUESTIONS? Call 1- 877-613-1800 · www.plasmacool.comto state.
Dear Customer: Please keep this warranty for your record. DO NOT return it.
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