Convair Supercool User manual

Instruction Manual
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Supercool
Portable Refrigerated Air Conditioner
Supercool NR TRB TRC FR
- - -

THANK YOU for choosing a Convair
Air Conditioner. This appliance has
been carefully engineered to bring
you trouble-free personal air
conditioning. Please read this
manual carefully so that you take
full advantage of the many benefits
your Convair provides.
This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction in
using the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to
ensure that they do not play with the
appliance. Do not place anything
through the ventilating slots.
Your Convair is a portable air
conditioning unit that supplies
refrigerated air to a personal area
within a room. It is not intended to
function as a house or room air
conditioner.
Be sure the appliance has been
securely and correctly installed
according to the installation
instructions contained within this
manual.
Personal Cooling
Energy Saving Tips
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Do not locate the air conditioner
where furniture or other objects can
obstruct the air flow.
Keep curtains and blinds closed
during the hottest part of the day.
Keep the filter clean.
Set the air conditioner to maximum
cooling and high fan speed initially,
then adjust to a comfortable setting.
Do not wait until the room is
excessively hot before using the air
conditioner.
Introduction......................................1
Safety ..............................................2
Component location.........................3
Installing the exhaust hose ..............4
Control panel ...................................5
Remote control ................................6
Operation.........................................7
Functions......................................8-9
Maintenance ..................................10
Troubleshooting .............................11
Specifications ...........................12-13
CONTENTS
1
INTRODUCTION

2
General Safety
Transport the air conditioner in an
upright position only, or leave it in an
upright position for at least 2 hours
before use (Fig 1).
Use only in the upright position on a flat
level surface and at least 50cm from any
objects.
Ensure the air conditioner is connected to
a correctly grounded power supply (refer
to the rating label located at the back of the
unit).
Do not place objects on the air conditioner
or restrict air inlets / outlets (Fig 2).
Closely supervise any children and pets
when the air conditioner is in use.
For indoor use only.
Do not store or operate the appliance near
any flammable substances.
During operation, water will collect in the
bottom tank of the air conditioner. Be
careful when moving the unit to prevent
water from spilling.
Electrical Safety
! Check voltage: before
connecting the electrical power cord to
a power outlet, check that the air
conditioner voltage is the same as your
power supply.
Caution
Ensure the appliance has been installed in
ac co rd ance with national wiring
regulations.
Plug the air conditioner directly into a
properly installed power outlet. Never use
an extension cord, double adaptor or multi
power outlet board to run this air
conditioner.
Switch off and unplug when not in use.
Do not use in humid environments such as
bathrooms or other steamy or wet areas.
Do not touch or operate the air conditioner
with wet/damp hands or when standing
barefoot.
Do not pull the unit along by the power cord
or place the power cord near a source of
heat. Always unroll the power cord
completely before use.
If the power cord is damaged, in order to
avoid a hazard, it must be replaced by an
electrician, or similarly qualified person or
service agent.
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2
SAFETY

Exhaust
Hose
Exhaust
Fitting
(cooler end)
Exhaust
Fitting
(window
end)
3
Remote
Control
Remote Control compartment
Air outlet
Control panel
Air Intake & Filter
Power cord
Condensate drain pipe
Drain
Air Intake
Exhaust Air Outlet
3
4
Handle
Window Kit
Rating
Label
COMPONENT LOCATION

4
Installing the exhaust hose to the air
conditioner (Fig 5).
Step 1:
Step 2:
Step 3:
Installing the exhaust hose to the
window (Fig 6).
Step 1:
Step 2
Step 3:
Locate the left hand side of the
exhaust hose slot into position on the
rear of the air conditioner.
Locate the right hand side of the
exhaust hose into position just above the
tabs on the rear of the air conditioner.
Push downwards on the top of
the right hand corner of the exhaust hose
connector until it locks into place.
Snap the oblong connector into
position on the window attachment.
: Open the window and fit the
adjustable window attachment. Extend
the attachment as required and lock into
place with the wingnut. Ensure the outlet
is not obscured. The window attachment
can be installed horizontally or vertically,
depending on the window.
Attach the condensate hose to
the air conditioner. Then run it out
through the rubber grommet in the
window attachment as shown (Fig 6).
50cm
Note! The minimum distance from the
operating air conditioner to any
obstructing objects or walls is 50cm
(Fig 6).
Keep the exhaust hose as short and
straight as possible and minimise
kinks. This will maximise the cooling
performance.
Don’t use extension pieces for the
exhaust pipe as this will reduce the
cooling performance.
Hot air and possibly mist will be
emitted from the exhaust hose.
Do not have the condensate hose any
higher than 1.5 metres above the
c o n n e c t i o n p o i n t a t t h e a i r
conditioner.
Keep the exhaust hose as straight as
possible and minimise kinks.
6
5
Engage
LH clip Swing shut
Push down
firmly to lock
“CLICK”
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2
3
INSTALLING THE EXHAUST

5
CONTROL PANEL
Press to increase the
outlet temperature.
Fan speed
control button
Press to cycle fan speed
from high to low then back
to high speed.
Mode
select button
Press to cycle between cooling,
auto, fan only (NR/TRB/FR),
heat (TRC only) and dry modes.
Power
ON/OFF Button
Press to turn the air
conditioner on and off.
Signal Receiving Point
Receives the infra red
signal from the remote
control.
Timer set button
Temperature
set button
Press to decrease the
outlet temperature.
Temperature
set button
Swing Control button
Press to enable / disable air
outlet louvres to sweep from
side to side.
To avoid damage to the control panel, do not operate with sharp objects.
NOTE!
Press to enter
the timer
setting mode.
7
Water Full
button
When on, indicates that
the water requires
draining.
Power
Indicator
Glows when the air
conditioner is on.
+
_
Fan Speed Display Cooling Mode
Dry Mode
Temperature
Display
Timer On/Off
Self-Lock Display
Swing Display
Automatic Mode
Fan Mode
(Cool Only models)
NR, TRB & FR CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY
8A
8B
TRC CONTROL PANEL DISPLAY
Heating mode
(reverse cycle models)

REMOTE CONTROL
Preparation before operation
During Operation
Step 1:
Step 2:
Remove the battery cover and insert
new batteries
.
The remote display will alternately
flash
by p
To change the setting, remove the batteries
and press the “ON/OFF” button, then repeat
steps 1 and 2.
Your remote control is now ready for use
If there is no display, or only part display,
remove the batteries and repeat steps 1 and
2 above. If this does not solve the problem
and the batteries have been replaced,
contact your nearest service centre for
advice.
(AAA), making sure the + and -
match the compartment markings (Fig 10)
“COOL” or “HEAT”. Select the
operating mode to match your cooler type.
ressing the MODE button when the
correct setting is displayed.
If the display disappears, or the remote
control will not operate the air conditioner, the
batteries may need to be replaced.
The Supercool must be plugged in and
switched on for the remote control to operate
the air conditioner. To use, point at the signal
!
!
Select “COOL” for Supercool NR, TRB or FR
Select “HEAT” for Supercool TRC
Note!
Signal
transmission point
Display area
On/Off button
Mode button
Clock button
Fan speed
adjust button Hold button
Battery
compartment
Battery cover
Swing button
Minute button
Hour button
Timer button
Temperature
increase/decrease
buttons
receiving window on the control panel and
press the remote button. The air conditioner
will “beep” when a signal has been received.
If there is no beep, press the remote button
again, ensuring it is within range (6 metres) of
the air conditioner.
If there are two of the same air conditioners
installed, they cannot be controlled
separately. When you operate either
remote, it will turn on both air conditioners if
they are both within signal range (6 metres).
Don’t let the remote control drop onto hard
surfaces or be subjected to sudden shocks
in any way. The warranty does not cover
misuse or accidental damage.
Don’t place the remote control in direct
sunlight, or near extremes of temperature.
This will affect the control’s temperature
reading.
Don’t allow the remote control to get wet.
Don’t place near strong electromagnetic
waves.
Don’t mix old and new batteries ! If the
remote control will not be used for a long
time, remove the batteries to avoid
corrosion.
Care of your remote control
!
NOTE:
WASTE BATTERIES SHOULD
BE DISPOSED OF CORRECTLY
910
6

7
OPERATION
Starting the air conditioner
Step 1: Ensure the cooler is plugged in and
switched on.
Step 2:
Step 3:
Auto mode
Cooling mode
Dry mode
Fan mode
Heating mode
Step 4:
! Do not set the cooling temperature
too low, or heating temperature too high.
This will consume more power. 24 is
the recommended set temperature, with
high fan speed.
Step 5:
!
Press the ON/OFF button on the
remote control or ON/OFF button on the
control panel to start the air conditioner.
Press the MODE button on the
control panel or MODE button on the
remote control to select the desired
operating mode (Fig. 11):
- automatic settings set
when you turn the cooler on.
- refrigerated cooling
- refrigerated moisture
removal from the air
- Fan only operation (no
cooling or heating - NR, TRB & FR
models)
- reverse cycle heating
(TRC model only)
Press + / - on the control panel or
/ on the remote control to select the
desired temperature.
Press the FAN SPEED button
on the control panel or FAN button on the
remote control to select fan speed. Each
press will cycle the fan speed as below:
High speed
Medium speed
Low speed
In dry mode, the fan will always be
set to low speed.
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The temperature set range is 17°C-31°C
Tip
Note
°C
Note!
Step 6:
Do not
attempt to move the motorised swing
vanes by hand.
In cooling mode, the fan will continue
to run even when the compressor has
cycled off (set temperature reached).
The air conditioner has 2 sets of air
direction vanes. Press the SWING button on
the control panel or remote control to operate
the motorised vanes (the air will sweep from
side to side). Press the button again to stop
the sweeping vanes (Fig 12).
The outlet vanes can also be adjusted up or
down. Carefully move the vanes manually to
the desired position by hand (Fig 13).
Note! Auto mode settings will be overidden if
the mode is changed. To return to Auto
mode, the mains power must be turned off
and then on.
12 13
Step.2
Step.3
Step.4
Step.6
Step.5
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8
FUNCTIONS
Timer Function - Remote Control
setup
Setting the OFF time
Step 1: ON
Step 2:
The air conditioner is fitted with a timer
function. This can be set so that the air
conditioner is operating before you wake
up, or to be cooling when you get home
from work, up to 24 hours in advance. To
use this function, the cooler must be
plugged in and ready to operate.
(Fig 14)
With the air conditioner ,
press the TIMER button on the remote
control. The display will show
with the time period in hours.
Press the HOUR button to adjust
the time. Each time the button is pressed,
the time will increase in 1 hour increments.
- OFF
When the air conditioner is
working, only the TIMER OFF can be set.
When the air conditioner is off, only the
TIMER ON can be set.
(Fig 15)
With the air conditioner ,
press the TIMER button on the remote
control. The display will show - ON
with the time period in hours.
Press the HOUR button to adjust
the time. Each time the button is pressed,
the time will increase in 1 hour increments.
Remember to have the remote
control within range of the air conditioner.
The cooler will “BEEP”with each button
press.
Note
Note!
!
Setting the ON time
Step 1: OFF
Step 2:
14
Step.1
Step.2
15
COOL
AM
- OFF
H
Step.1
Step.2
AM
- ON
H

Setting the time on the control (Fig 16)
You can also lock the settings at the cooler
by pressing the ON/OFF button for 5
seconds. The symbol will appear on
the display. Repeat this to unlock the
settings.
Press the CLOCK Button. Then use the
Hour and Min button to set the correct
time. Press the CLOCK button again to
set.
The air conditioner incorporates it’s own
self diagnostics. The following table
shows the code and problem.
If you wish to lock the current settings of
the air conditioner, to prevent them from
being changed, do the following:
Press the HOLD button on the remote
control. The will be shown on the
remote control display, and on the air
conditioner display. All buttons and
functions will now be locked.
To unlock, simply press the HOLD button
again . and will now disappear
and the buttons will perform their normal
functions.
Self check function
Self-lock function
9
How to cancel the timer
Setting the timer at the cooler
To cancel the timer, press the TIMER
button when either the TIMER OFF or
TIMER ON has been set. will
disappear and the timer setting will be
cancelled.
Follow the same setting procedures as
above, for both TIMER OFF and TIMER
ON functions, by pressing the button
on the control panel. The setting will
be displayed. Adjust the timer by pressing
to increase the time. When the cooler
is ON, the display will flash after 3
seconds, and then revert to the
temperature. When the cooler is OFF, the
timer setting will be shown. To cancel,
press the button until the timer symbol
disappears, or press the ON/OFF
button TWICE.
Code
E1
E2
E5
dF
Indoor temperature sensor damaged
Evaporator tube sensor damaged
Water Full - Pump may be damaged
Defrost cycle in progress
Problem
16
Clock button
FUNCTIONS

17
A
B
Lift handle and
flex outwards
to remove the
filter.
10
MAINTENANCE
Draining the Air Conditioner
! Always replace the plug
immediately after draining.
To drain the air conditioner, place it over
a drain or put a container under the drain
point before removing the drain plug, as
the water will flow out as soon as the plug
is removed.
Remove the plug at the bottom rear of
the appliance and allow the tank to
completely drain (Fig 17B) .
Note
End of season storage:
Always disconnect the air conditioner from the electricity mains
before cleaning or draining.
To maximize the efficiency of the air conditioner, clean regularly.
Cleaning the housing
Cleaning the filter
Note! Never operate the air conditioner without the filter.
Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the body clean.
Never use aggressive chemicals, spirits, detergents, chemically
treated cloths or other cleansing solutions. These substances could
possibly damage the cabinet
Remove the filter as shown (Fig 17A).
Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust
and dirt from the filter and then rinse thoroughly under running water
(no hotter than 40°C).
Dry thoroughly before replacing.
.
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Drain any water in the unit.
Operate the unit in ventilation only mode for a few hours, to
thoroughly dry the inside.
Clean or change the filter.
Unplug and carefully store the power cord and plug end .
Replace in the original carton or cover for storage.·

TROUBLESHOOTING
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Never try to dismantle the air conditioner yourself.
Problem Check
The air conditioner does
not run.
Is the air conditioner plugged in ?
Is there a power failure ?
Is the "WATER FULL" indicator flashing ? Drain the
tank as shown (Fig 17).
Is the room temperature below the set temperature ?
The air conditioner has little
effect (firstly ensure that the
room being cooled is not too
large for the stated capacity
of the air conditioner).
Is there direct sunshine? Remember to close
curtains or blinds.
Are windows or doors open ?
More people in the room will generate more heat.
Is there something in the room producing excessive
heat ?
Is the exhaust fitted incorrectly or obstructed ? All
exhaust air needs to be completely removed from
the room.
The air conditioner is not as
cool as it once was.
Is the filter dusty or dirty, restricting the airflow ?
Is the air inlet or outlet blocked ?
Is the room temperature below the set temperature ?
The air conditioner is too
noisy.
Is the air conditioner positioned unevenly, so as to
create vibration ?
Is the floor beneath the air conditioner uneven ?
It is possible that the overheat protection for the
compressor is on. Wait for the temperature to drop.
Note: when changing between different modes
(cooling to fan or heating mode etc) the compressor
will turn off. A 3 minute delay will occur before the
compressor will turn on again.
The compressor will not run.
In case of problems that cannot be fixed by using the above guide,
or if service on your air conditioner is required, please contact your
dealer or designated service agent.

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As a policy of continual product improvement, this manual, it’s contents and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Model
Function
Cooling capacity (Watts) †
Heating capacity (Watts) †
Input power(Watts)
Standard current (A)
Refrigerant number
Charging(kg)
Pressure - suction
maximum (MPa)
Pressure - discharge
maximum (MPa)
Power supply
Weight(kg)
Shape dimensions (mm)
(length/width/height)
220-240V~,50Hz 220-240V~,50Hz
220-240V~,50Hz 220-240V~,50Hz
Supercool NR Supercool FR
Supercool TRB Supercool TRC
Personal Cooling Personal Cooling
Personal Cooling Personal Heating
& Cooling
2600 (9000Btu/hr) 3500 (12000Btu/hr) 4100 (14000Btu/hr)
3500 (12000Btu/hr)
3500 (12000Btu/hr)
1250 1950
1500 1500
5.5 8.5
7.5 7.5
R407C R407C
R407C R407C
0.40
1.0
3.1
0.68
1.0
3.1
0.60
1.0
3.1
0.61
1.0
3.1
36 42
38 38
410 / 520 / 865 410 / 520 / 865410 / 520 / 865 410 / 520 / 865
†Based on manufacturer's test results using the Air Enthalpy method
Supercool NR, TRB, FR wiring diagram
GN
CC = compressor capacitor 25uF, 450V (Supercool NR)
30uF, 450V (Supercool TRB, TRC, TRX)
CF = fan capacitor 4uF, 450V
35uF, 450V (Supercool FR)
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Supercool TRC wiring diagram
GN
CC = compressor capacitor 25uF, 450V (Supercool NR)
30uF, 450V (Supercool TRB, TRC, TRX)
CF = fan capacitor 4uF, 450V
Waste electrical products must not be disposed of with
household waste. This product should be taken to your local
recycling centre for safe treatment.
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