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USER’S MANUAL
Portable Air Conditioner
EP24618US

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Before You StartBefore You Start
Please read all instructions carefully.
Retain instructions for future reference.
Seperate and count all parts and hardware.
Read through each step carefully and follow the proper order.
We recommend that, where possible, all items are assembled near to the
area in which they will be placed in use, to avoid moving the product
unnecessarily once assembled.
Always place the product on a flat, steady andstable surface.
Keep all small parts and packaging materials for this product away from
babies and children as they potentially pose a serious choking hazard.
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Thank you for selecting this super quality air-conditioner. Please keep this User’s Manual
properly for future reference. Read the User’s Manual carefully before operating this unit.
Important Safeguards
Important safeguards:
* This air-conditioner is suitable for indoor use only rather than for other occasions.
* Rated operating range: this unit shall be connected to 110-120V /60Hz power output end.
* The air-conditioner shall be installed in accordance with the wiring rules of local grid to
ensure proper grounding. Should you have any question about electrical installation, follow
the User’s Manual or have the installation done by professional electrician whenever
necessary.
* Please put this unit in a flat and dry place and keep it at least 20in away from surrounding
objects or walls.
* Once the air-conditioner is installed, ensure that the plug wire is in good condition and
inserted firmly into the power socket and always ensure that the power cord is arranged in
order to prevent the personnel from stumbling over it or the plug from being pulled out.
* Do not insert any object into the air inlet/outlet of the air-conditioner. Be sure to keep the air
inlet/outlet of the air-conditioner unblocked.
* Where there is the need to install a drain pipe, ensure that the connection of the drain pipe is
in good condition without flexure.
* When adjusting the horizontal/vertical louver at the air outlet, turn it slightly by hand to avoid
damage of the louver.
* Keep the unit in an upright position when moving it.
* Keep this unit away from gasoline, flammable gases, oven or other heat sources.
* Do not dismantle, inspect or modify the unit without authorization as this may result in fault
of the unit, and even bodily injury & property damage; to avoid dangers, if the unit is faulty,
be sure to have it repaired by the manufacturer or professionals.
* Do not install and operate this air-conditioner in a bathroom or other wet environments.
* Do not allow the children to play with this machine. Closely supervise the children or
disabled people when this unit is in use.
* Do not turn off this unit by removing the plug.
* Do not place such objects as cups on the unit to prevent water or other liquids from spilling
into the air-conditioner.
* Do not use pest control aerosol or other flammable substances near the air-conditioner.
* Do not wipe or wash the air-conditioner with chemical solvents such as gasoline and
alcohols, etc. Before cleaning the air-conditioner, be sure to turn off the power supply and
wipe it with soft semi-wet cloth; if the machine is indeed very dirty, wipe it with neutral
cleaner.
Recommendation:
Do not operate this unit if the ambient temperature is greater than 95℉in the cooling mode
or lower than 41℉in the heating mode.
Function Description
This series of mobile air-conditioners are available in cooling only and cooling & heating
models of different sizes. The cooling only models offer the cooling, dry, air blowing and sleep
functions; the cooling & heating models offer the cooling, dry, air blowing and heating
functions. The speed of the fan is adjustable between high fan speed and low fan speed, the
temperature setting range is 60-86
°
F, and various protection functions such as (24h) timed
ON/OFF setting.
Features and Parts
1. Features
1) Brand new appearance, compact structure with a sense of streamline.
2) The appearance of the unit is beautiful and elegant; the remote control can be placed on
the right of the handle at the back of the unit, and the remote control features user-friendly
memory design.
3) The structure of the power cord at the back and the universal jack design can better
protect the power cord.
4) The position of the outdoor connector is high to allow for convenient assembly and
smooth air flow of the heat exhaust hose.
5) Timed start/shutdown function, unique start/shutdown music.
6) 3-minute delay compressor restart protection function, multiple other protection functions.
7) The free snap-fit design of the heat exhaust hose allows for more convenient installation
of the unit.
2. Parts:
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1. Control panel 15. Lower air duct bottom
2. Horizontal louver 16. Wire-winding post
3. Vertical louver 17. Drain cap
4. Air outlet frame 18. Evaporator filter mesh
5. Vertical Louvre connecting lever 19. Evaporator filter frame
6. Caster 20. Radiating fine mesh
7. Top cap 21. Condenser filter mesh
8. Horizontal louver connecting lever 22. Condenser filter frame
9. Main vertical louver 23. Base plate
10. Front shell 24. Remote control
25. Adapter
11. Handle position (right side: remote 26. Heat exhaust hose
control storage area)
12. Back shell 27.
13. C shape buckle of the heat 28. Circular connector
Window sealing board assembly
exhaust hose snap
14. Power cord
Installation Adjustment
1. Installation:
Warning: leave this mobile air-conditioner in an upright position for at least 2 hours
before first use.
This air-conditioner may be moved indoor conveniently; leave the air-conditioner in an
upright position while moving it. The air-conditioner shall be placed on a flat ground surface.
Do not install or operate this air-conditioner in a bathroom or other wet environments.
1.1 .Installation of the C shape buckle of the heat exhaust hose and unit
Figure 2
1) Take out the C shape buckle remove the plastic bag.dnaesohtsuahxetaehehtfo
2) Point the rotary hole at the end of the heat exhaust hose snap toward the rotation shaft
of the back shell and slide it onto the back shell in accordance with the snap joint
direction of the rotation shaft on the back shell (as shown in Figure 1).
Note: 1. When the end snap joint at the end of the rotation shaft of the back shell sticks
out of the snap, it means that the heat exhaust hose snap has been slided into place.
3) Rotate the C shape buckle of the heat exhaust hose that is sided into place
counterclockwise to clip the snap joint of the C shape buckle of the back shell
successfully through the guide of the slide way of the back shell (as shown in Figure 2).
Note: 1. Do not rotate the C shape buckle of the heat exhaust hose if it is not sided into
place as this may damage the rotation shaft of the back shell and the C shape buckle of
the heat exhaust hose.
1.2 Installation of the heat exhaust hose assembly and unit
1) Pull the end of the heat exhaust hose apart by several turns;
2) Hold the end handle of the C shape buckle of the heat exhaust hose with the right
hand and the heat exhaust hose short connector with the left hand, put one end of the
heat exhaust hose that is pulled apart onto the snap of the lower air duct bottom, press
the C shape buckle of the heat exhaust hose with the left hand by force so that the C
shape buckle of the heat exhaust hose clips the snap joint of the back shell (as shown in
Figure 3)
Note: 1.The end of the heat exhaust hose must reach one step inside the bottom of the
lower air duct (as shown in Figure 4).
2.The few turns at the end of the heat exhaust hose must be snapped in the
snap of the lower air duct bottom.
3.The C shape buckle that clips the heat exhaust hose must clip the back shell
and heat exhaust hose firmly.
Figure 3 Figure 4
3). Hold the unit with one hand and the heat exhaust hose short connector with another
hand; or both people cooperate with one person holding the unit and the other person
pulling the heat exhaust hose to prolong the heat exhaust hose gently.
Note: 1. Do not separate the heat exhaust hose assembly from the unit.
2. Do not tilt the unit when pulling apart the heat exhaust hose.
1.3 Installation of the window sealing board assembly
1). Half open the window and mount the window sealing board assembly onto the window,
Lower air duct
bottom joint
Position of
lower air duct
bottom step
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Rotary hole
Rotation shaft of the
back shell
Slide way of the back
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either vertically or horizontally (as shown in Figure 5 and 6).
). Pull apart the parts of the window sealing board assembly, adjust the distance of
window sealing board assembly pulled apart so that the two ends of the assembly
come into contact with the window frame, and fasten the parts of the assembly with
copper screws.
Figure 5 Figure 6
1.4 Installation of the unit
1). Move the machine with the heat exhaust hose assembly installed before the window
and keep the unit at least 20in away from the walls or other objects. (As shown in
Figure 7).
Figure 7
2). Snap the flat end of the heat exhaust hose short connector into the elliptical hole of
the window sealing board assembly (as shown in Figure 8 and 9).
Note: 1. The flat end of the heat exhaust hose short connector must be snapped into
place.
2. The heat exhaust hose may not be bent and shall be free from significant
(greater than 45°) flexure, and the heat exhaust hose shall be ventilated properly.
Figure 8 Figure 9
Important notes:
The exhaust hose is 11in-59in long and this length is determined based on the
20in
specification of the air-conditioner (s). Do not use prolonged hose or replace with other
different hoses as this may affect the functions of the air-conditioner. The exhaust must be
smooth and the air-conditioner may overheat if the exhaust is obstructed.
Control Setting
One. Operation instructions of the control panel
1. Select the operation interface depending on the models and functions. The operation
interfaces is as follows:
Functions Setting
This portable air conditioner has three functions: cooling, dehumidifying and fan. Fan
has two speeds: high speed and low speed, setting temperature is 16--30℃（60～86
℉）, 24 hours timer, sensor and water-level protective function.
Buttons: There have six keys on the control panel: POWER，Mode，Fan Speed, Timer, Up key
and Down key .
a). POWER Key: Press the key to start the unit ,and press this key again to turn unit off.
b). Mode Key: Set the Cooling , Dehumidifying and Fan Mode
c).Fan Speed:
in dehumidifying mode.
d). Timer Key: Can set the Timer-Off function in unit working situation, when setting
the time, the regular time indicator will illumine; can adjust the time again while the
regular time indicator will illumine; then it will display the room temperature again in the
Off mode. Can also set in the Timer-On function, same as above setting.
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After the Timer-Off or the Timer-On, the Timer indicator lights.
e).Up\Down Key: Press this two key to set the desired room temperature.(Press the Up
key once, the temperature will increase by 1 or 1 , also press the down key to
decrease by 1 or 1 ), can also set the time in Timer situation; ca n also exchange
from ℃to display by pressing these two keys at the same time.
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2. Operation instructions:
a) In the Cooling models:
16-30℃(60-86 ℉)
Under cool mode, user can choose High or Low fan speed. The range of setting
temperature is
In the mode, pressing Timer and Down button can senter sleep function, In sleep
function, the set temperature increases 1 (1℉)
After operating for anot
automatically two hours later.
her 2 hours, the set temperature will
Then, the set temperatur
increase 1 (1℉) again.
e will not change.
b) In the dry mode, if the ambient temperature ≥17 (62℉), the compressor will start.
Then, the unit is controlled in the following manner: when the ambient temperature
≤15 (59℉), the compressor shuts down. When the ambient temperature rises to
be ≥17 (62℉), the compressor starts again. The start/stop of the compressor
meets the requirement for 3-minute protection time.
c). Under the fan mode, fan motor works while the compressor doesn't. Temperature
setting is in vain. The low fan speed is forced.
3.Timer setting
a) Upon start, press the Timer button to enter timed shutdown. Upon shutdown, press
this button to enter timed start. In the meanwhile, the timer indicator will illuminate.
b) Press the Timer button to enter the timing function (timed start/timed shutdown).
Adjust the up or down button to set the timing. The time will cycle in the order of 1 －
2－3－……24 －0－1 hours or 24 －23 －22 －……1 －0－24 hours. The
adjustment time of the timing function is relative time.
c) After timed start is set, once the timed start time is reached, the unit will start. In the
meanwhile, the timer indicator will extinguish and the ambient temperature is displayed.
d) After timed shutdown is set, once the timed shutdown time is reached, the unit will
shut down. In the meanwhile, the timer indicator will extinguish and the ambient temperature
is displayed.
e) Only the last setting of the timing function is valid.
f) ON/OFF operations caused by the button or remote control will clear all timing
settings.
g) Once the timing is determined, if the timer button is pressed once, it is possible to
query the remaining timed start/shutdown time. If the timer button is pressed twice
continuously within 5s, it is possible to cancel timing.
h). The up and down buttonscan be used to change the set value of the timer.
Two. Operation instructions of the remote control:
The operation instructions of the buttons of this simple remote control are as follows:
1. Power button: press this button to turn on/off the unit;
2. Timer button: upon shutdown, press this button to set timed start; upon start, press
this button to set timed shutdown.
3. High button: press this button to allow the unit to operate in the high fan speed state
(except in the dry and sleep modes);
4. Low button: press this button to allow this unit to operate in the low fan speed state;
5. Up button: press this button to increase the temperature and timing value;
6. Down button: press this button to decrease the temperature and timing value;
7. — F button: press this button to switch between the Celsius degree and Fahrenheit
degree;
8. Cool button: press this button to set this unit to operate in the cooling mode;
9. Fan button: press this button to set this unit to operate in the air supply mode;
10. Dry button: press this button to set this unit to operate in the dry mode;
11. Sleep mode: press this button to set this unit to operate in the sleep mode.
Three. Multiple protection functions:
1. Anti-freeze protection function:
Upon cooling, when the compressors operates continuously for more than 10
minutes, if the pipe temperature Tp is less than or equal to 34℉continuously for 20
seconds, the compressor and water spraying motor turn off, other loads operate and
LED displays E4, the unit initiates the anti-frost protection function and the buttons are
inactive (except the OFF button). Once the pipe temperature rises to exceed or equal
46℉, the protection is relieved, the original status is restored and the unit meets the
requirements for 3-minute delay protection of the compressor.
2. Full water protection function:
When the water in the water tray exceeds the alarm level, the unit will alarm
automatically and the full water indicator illuminates. In this case, you need to drain the
condensate in the unit; otherwise, the unit will shut down automatically after the buzzer
gives off 5 beeps. (For more information about the drain method, refer to the “Drain”). If
the unit is not shut down manually, the unit will be restored to the previous operating
status automatically once the water is fully drained. Or the power may be turned on
again to start the unit.
3. Delay protection function of the compressor
This unit offers restart protection for the compressor. Except that the compressor
may start immediately when the unit is energized for the first time, there is 3-minute
delay start protection after the compressor is shut down.
Water Drainage
1. Manual drain: (as shown in Figure 10)
1). Once the unit shuts down upon full water, turn off the power of the unit and then unplug
the power plug.
Note: move the unit carefully to avoid spillage of water in the water tray at the bottom
of the unit.
2). Put the vessel that holds water below the water outlet at the back of the unit.
3). Screw off the drain cap, unplug the water plug and water will flow into the vessel that
holds water automatically.
Note: 1. Protect the drain cap and water plug properly.
2. Tilt the unit slightly backward when draining.
3. If the vessel that holds water can not hold all water in the unit, before the
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plug as soon as possible to prevent the water from flowing onto the ground or
carpet.
4). Once the water is fully drained, insert the water plug and screw on the water cap tightly.
Note: 1. Turn on the unit only after the water plug and drain cap are installed properly;
otherwise, the condensate of the unit will flow onto the ground or carpet.
Figure 10
2. Continuous drain:
1). Screw off the water cap in the direction shown by the arrow and unplug the water plug;
(Figure 11)
2). Insert the OD 0.5in PVC drain hose 0.3in-0.4in into the water outlet; (Figure 12)
3). Connect the drain hose to the WC or outdoor.
Note: 1. The drain hose must be installed when there is no water in the baseplate;
2. When operating in the cooling mode, to ensure the water for radiation of the
condenser of the unit and enhance the cooling effects of the unit, it is
recommended that continuous drain not be set as far as possible when this
unit is in use;
3. Put the drain hose in an inaccessible place at a height not above the water
outlet and keep the drain hose free from flexure;
4. When continuous drain is adopted, keep the drain cap and water plug
properly.
Figure 11 Figure 12
Maintenance and Servicing
Prior to maintenance and servicing of the unit, turn off the power and unplug the
plug.
1. Surface cleaning
Clean the surface of the unit with wet soft cloth. Do not use chemical solvents such as
alcohol and gasoline; otherwise, the surface of the air-conditioner may be damaged and
even the whole unit may be damaged.
2. Cleaning of the filter frame and filter mesh
Drain
Water plug
Water outlet
Drain hose
Drain cap
Water
plug
Water outlet
cap
Gripping
position
Gripping
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Gripping
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Gripping
position
Clean the filter mesh once every two weeks. If the filter frame and filter mesh are clogged
with dust, the function of the air-conditioner may decrease
2.1 Cleaning of the filter frame and filter mesh
1). Hold the gripping position of the evaporator filter frame and the condenser filter frame
and take out the filter frame gently in the direction shown by the arrow (as shown in Figure 13).
2). Hold the gripping position of the evaporator filter mesh and condenser filter mesh and
take out the filter mesh gently in the direction shown by the arrow (as shown in Figure 14).
Note: when taking out the filter frame or filter mesh, the force shall be applied evenly to avoid
twisting or damage of the filter frame or filter mesh. Be sure to take out the filter frame first
and then take out the filter mesh.
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3). Put the evaporator filter frame, condenser filter frame, evaporator filter mesh, and
condenser filter mesh into warm water (about 104℉) to which neutral cleaner is added for
cleaning and then dry them in the shade (as shown in Figure 15).
Note: 1. Do not damage the mesh fabric on the filter frame and filter mesh.
Figure 15
2.2 Installation of the filter frame and filter mesh
Special note: be sure to install the filter mesh first and then install the filter frame.
1）To install the evaporator filter mesh and condenser filter mesh, point the back end of the filter
mesh toward the socket and then push the filter mesh evenly and gently into the socket.
Note: 1. Install the filter mesh in the reverse order of removal. The filter mesh must be
installed into place; otherwise, the filter frame may not be installed into place.
2. Install the filter mesh gently so as not to damage it.
2). To install the evaporator filter frame and condenser filter frame, point the back end of the
filter frame toward the socket and then push the filter frame evenly and gently into the
socket.
Note: 1. Install the filter frame in the reverse order of removal. Be sure to install the filter
mesh first before the filter frame is installed.
2. Install the filter frame gently so as not to damage it
3. Cleaning of the handle position and remote control storage area
1). Take the remote control out of the remote control storage area in the direction shown by
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Air outlet
Handle position
Remote control storage area
Remote control
Figure 16
2). Clean the handle position and remote control storage area of this unit with wringed wet soft
cloth;
Note: the wet soft cloth must be wringed out. Do not drip water into the unit.
3). If the remote control needs to be put back into the remote control storage area, put it back
into the storage area in the reverse direction of removal.
Handling of the Unit
1. Handling and moving of the unit
1). To handle or move the unit, hold the top of the air outlet of the front shell with one hand
and the handle position at the top of the back shell with another hand, and leave the unit in
the upright position. (As shown in Figure 17).
Note: 1. Do not hold the horizontal louver by hand.
2. Leave the unit in the upright position when handling or moving it.
3. To handle or move the unit, drain the water in the unit first to prevent the water in
the unit from flowing onto the ground or carpet.
4. If the remote control is in the position of the handle, take out the remote control.
Figure 17
End of Season Storage
1. Screw off the drain cap, unplug the water plug and drain the water in the water tray to
another vessel that holds water.
Note: the tilt angle of the unit shall not be greater than 30 degrees.
2. Start the unit, turn the mode to the low fan speed state of the air supply mode, keep this
state for half a day and dry the interior of the unit to prevent mold.
3. Turn off the unit, unplug the power plug, wrap the power cord around the wire-winding
post, insert the plug into the universal jack at the back shell of the unit; install the water
plug and drain cap.
4. Remove the heat exhaust hose assembly and keep it properly.
Note: to remove the heat exhaust hose assembly, hold the handle of the C shape buckle
of the heat exhaust hose by hand, pull the C shape buckle outward evenly, rotate the C shape
buckle of the heat exhaust hose clockwise once the buckle is separated from the snap
position of the C shape buckle of the back shell and then take out the heat exhaust hose
assembly.
5. Pack the air-conditioner properly with soft plastic bag, put the unit in a dry place & take
appropriate dust-proof measures, and keep the unit out of the reach of children.
6. Take out the batteries of the remote control and keep it properly.
Note: ensure that the unit is put in a dry place. All accessories of the unit shall be protected
properly.
Troubleshooting
Never repair or remove the air-conditioner yourself. Disqualified repair will void the warranty
card and may cause harm to the removal personnel and property. If you encounter any of the
problems listed in the table below or the recommended remedy does not work, contact the
professional service agency.
Problem/fault
indication
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The air-conditioner
does not work
No power Connect the unit to a live socket and
turn it on.
Full water indicator illuminates? Drain the water stored in the unit.
Ambient temperature too low ? It is recommended that this unit be
operated at 41-95℉.
The room temperature is lower than
the set temperature in the cooling
mode.
Change the set temperature
Bad cooling or heating
effects
There is direct sunlight Draw the curtain on.
The doors and windows are open,
the room is crowded or there are
other heat sources in the cooling
mode
Close the door and window and add
new air-conditioners
Filter mesh very dirty Clean or replace the filter mesh
Air inlet or air outlet clogged Remove the obstruction
Large noise Air-conditioner not put on a flat
surface
Put the air-conditioner in a flat and
firm place (may reduce noise)
The compressor does
not work Initiation of overheat protection. Wait 3 minutes until the temperature
decreases and then turn on the unit
The remote control
does not work
Too long a distance Bring the remote control close to the
air-conditioner and ensure that the
remote control points toward the
receiving head of the remote control.
The remote control does not point
toward the receiving head of the
remote control
The batteries have no electricity Replace the batteries
Display E1 Pipe temperature sensor failure Check the pipe temperature sensor
and related circuits
Display E2 Room temperature sensor failure Check the room temperature sensor
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Display E4 Anti-freeze protection Restore the functions automatically
once defrozen.
Full water indicator
illuminates
The water in the base plate of the
unit reaches the full water level Drain the water in the base plate.
Appendix
Fuse parameters
Voltage: 250V
Current: 3.15A
Schematic diagram of the air-conditioner
For specific technical parameters of the models, refer to the nameplate on the
product (s).
Disposal: do not store waste products with other non-classified wastes. Such wastes
shall be stored separately for other special purposes.
Condenser
Compressor Evaporator
Capillary