Danby DPA140HEAUBDB Assembly instructions

2016.11.18
DPA140HEAUBDB
DPA140HEAUWDB
PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER
CLIMATISEUR PORTATIF
OWNER’S USE AND CARE GUIDE
GUIDE D’UTILISATION ET D'ENTRETIEN
GUÍA DE UTILIZACIÓN Y CUIDADO PARA EL PROPIETARIO
MODEL • MODÈLE • MODELO
DANBY PRODUCTS LIMITED, ONTARIO, CANADAN1H 6Z9
DANBY PRODUCTS INC., FINDLAY, OHIO, USA45840

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This product is factory equipped with a power supply cord that has a three-pronged grounded plug. It must
be plugged into a mating grounding type receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code and
applicable local codes and ordinances. If the circuit does not have a grounding type receptacle, it is the
responsibility and obligation of the customer to exchange the existing receptacle in accordance with the
National Electrical Code and applicable local codes and ordinances. The third ground prong should not,
under any circumstances, be cut or removed. Never use the cord, the plug or the appliance when they show
any sign of damage. Do not use your appliance with an extension cord unless it has been checked and test-
ed by a qualified electrician or electrical supplier.
IMPORTANT - GROUNDING METHOD
Ce produit arrive d’origine avec un cordon d’alimentation équipé d’une prise à trois fiches. Il doit être
branché dans une prise avec une fiche de mise à la terre en conformité avec le Code national de l’électricité
et les codes et règles locaux applicables. Si la prise murale n’a pas de mise à la terre, il est de la
responsabilité et l’obligation du client de changer la prise existante pour la rendre conforme au Code
national de l’électricité et aux codes et règles locaux applicables. La fiche de mise à la terre ne doit pas, en
aucune circonstance, être coupée ou retirée. Si vous apercevez des signes de dommage, n’utilisez jamais le
cordon d’alimentation, la prise ou l’appareil. N’utilisez jamais l’appareil avec une rallonge sauf si elle a été
vérifiée et testée par un électricien qualifié ou un fournisseur de matériel électrique.
IMPORTANT - MÉTHODE POUR LA MISE À LA TERRE

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER
Owner’s Use and Care Guide ................................1-19
• Welcome
• Important Safety Information
• Features
• Installation Instructions
• Operation Instructions
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Warranty
CLIMATISEUR PORTATIF
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien............................20-38
• Bienvenue
• Consignes de sécurité importantes
• Caractéristiques
• Consignes d’installation
• Consignes d’utilisation
• Soins et entretien
• Dépannage
• Garantie
CONTENTS / TABLE DES MATIÈRES
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety rules and operating
instructions before first use of this product.
AVERTISSEMENT :
Veuillez lire attentivement les consignes de
sécurité et les instructions d’utilisation avant
l’utilisation initiale de ce produit.
WARNING
Improper connection of the grounding plug can
result in risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury to
persons associated with the appliance. Check with
a qualified service representative if in doubt that
the appliance is properly grounded.
Model • Modèle
DPA140HEAUBDB / DPA140HEAUWDB
AVERTISSEMENT
Une fiche de mise à la terre mal branchée peut
entraîner un risque d’incendie, de choc électrique
ou de blessures aux personnes qui utilisent
l’appareil. Si vous n’êtes pas certain que l’appareil
est correctement mis à la terre, consultez un
préposé du service qualifié.

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Welcome
Welcome to the Danby family. We are proud of our quality products, and we believe in dependable service, like you will
find in this Owner’s Use and Care Guide, and like you will receive from our friendly customer service department. Best
of all, you will experience these values each and every time you use your Danby appliance. That is important, because
your new appliance will be a part of your family for a long time.
Note the information below; you will need this information to obtain service under warranty.
To receive service, you must provide the original receipt.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
NEED HELP?
Before you call for service, here are a few things you can do to help
us serve you better:
Read this Owner’s Use and Care Guide:
It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your
appliance properly.
If you received a damaged appliance:
Immediately contact the retailer (or builder) that sold you the
appliance.
Save time and money:
Check the Troubleshooting section at the end of the guide before call-
ing. This section helps you solve common problems that may occur.
If you do need service, you can relax, knowing help is only a phone
call away.
1-800-26-
(1-800-263-2629)

Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be
followed. Incorrect operation resulting from ignoring these instructions may cause harm or damage.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ALWAYS DO THIS
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. Unplug unit immediately if this occurs.
Always transport your air conditioner in a vertical position and place on a stable, level surface during use.
If the unit is transported laying on its side it should be stood up and left unplugged for 6 hours.
Turn off the unit when not in use.
Always contact a qualified person to perform repairs. If the power cord is damaged it must be repaired by
a qualified technician.
Keep the unit away from walls, furniture and curtains with a clearance of at least 30 cm all around.
If the air conditioner is knocked over during use, turn off the unit and unplug it immediately.
Always use the switch on the control panel to turn the unit on or off.
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.
Do not press the buttons on the control panel with anything other than your fingers.
Do not remove any fixed components. Never use this appliance if it is not working properly, or if it has
been dropped or damaged.
Never use the plug to start and stop the unit.
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.
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Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be
followed. Incorrect operation resulting from ignoring these instructions may cause harm or damage.
ENERGY SAVING TIPS
OPERATING CONDITIONS
TOOLS FOR WINDOW KIT
INSTALLATION
• 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
(cooling mode)
MODE ROOM TEMPERTURE
COOL 18°C (64°F) ~ 35°C (95°F)
DRY 18°C (64°F) ~ 35°C (95°F)
HEAT 13°C (55°F) ~ 27°C (81°F)
The air conditioner must be operated within the temperature range
indicated below:
Note: Performance may be reduced outside of these operating temperatures.
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).
See www.danby.com for general instruction guide
Identifying Parts
WARNING
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours 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.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
WARNING
• Be sure the electrical supply 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 remains accessible after the unit is installed.
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Identifying Parts
ACCESSORIES
PARTS PART NAME QUANTITY
• Exhaust hose and adaptor
• Window kit
• Screws
• Foam Seal Type 1
• Foam Seal Type 2
1 set
• Castor lock 1 set
• Remote control
• Battery 1 set
• Drainage Hose
• Drain Pan 1 set
• Ensure that all the accessories are included in the package and refer to the installation instructions for their usage.
Note: All the illustrations in this manual are for explanatory purposes only. Your air conditioner may be slightly different.
UNIT STRUCTURE
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1. Air outlet grill
2. Handle (both sides)
3. LED Display
4. Castor
5. Air intake grill
6. Control Panel
7. Air intake grill
8. Air outlet
9. Drainage outlet
10. Power cord

Features
ELECTRONIC CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote control and all its functions. Select the
functions you desire based on the associated symbol.
The unit can be controlled by the control panel alone or with the remote control.
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POWER button
Turns power on/off.
FAN button
Controls the fan speed. Press to toggle between three fan speeds,
Maximum, Medium and Low
UP and DOWN buttons
Used to adjust (increase / decrease) temperature settings (1°C/1°F increments)
or the TIMER setting in a range of 1~24hrs.
The control is capable of displaying temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or
degrees Celsius. *Converting from °C to °F can be done using the remote control
by pressing the °C/°F button.
MODE select button
Selects the appropriate operating mode. Each time you press
the button, a mode is selected in a sequence that goes from
COOL, DRY, HEAT and FAN. The mode indicator light illuminates
depending on the mode settings.
LED DISPLAY
Shows the set temperature in °C or °F (to toggle between °C and °F
press the °C/°F button on the remote control).
Error codes:
Lt - Low Temperature. The unit will defrost. The appliance will
start again once defrosting is complete.
PF - Probe failure, call for service.
Ft- Tank is full - Connect the drain hose and drain the
collected water away. If error repeats, call for service.
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REMOTE CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS
Model Danby.00-UYKQ-46e (White) / Danby.01-UYKQ-46e(B) (Black)
Rated Voltage 3V
Signal Receiving Range 7m
Environment -5°C to 60°C (-41°F to 140°F)
Operating Instructions
1. Operating Mode: COOL, DRY, HEAT and FAN.
2. Timer Setting Function in 24 hours.
3. Indoor Setting Temperature Range COOL: 18°C~32°C (64°F~90°F).
4. Indoor Setting Temperature Range HEAT: 13°C~27°C (55°F~81°F)

CAUTION
• The air conditioner will not respond if curtains, doors or other materials block the signal from the
remote control to the unit.
• Prevent any liquid from contact with the remote control. Do not expose the remote control to direct
sunlight or heat.
• If the infrared signal receiver on the indoor unit is exposed to direct sunlight, the air conditioner
may not function properly. Use curtains to prevent the sunlight from falling on the receiver.
• If other electrical appliances react to the remote control, either move these appliances to another
location or consult your local dealer.
• Do not mix old and new batteries or batteries of different types (if applicable).
• Do not leave the batteries in the remote control if it is not going to be used for more than 2
months.
• Dispose of the old batteries in special containers such as those found in sales outlets that sell
batteries.
REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital de-
vice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec-
tion against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference
will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be deter-
mined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Changes or modifications not approved by the party responsible for FCC compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This appliance complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device complies with Canadian CAN ICES-3 (B) / NMB-3 (B)
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Operating Instructions

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REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS
Operating Instructions
1. TEMP DOWN Button: Push this button to decrease
the indoor temperature setting by 1°C (1°F) increments.
2. TEMP UP Button: Push this button to increase the
indoor temperature setting by 1°C (1°F) increments.
3. M (Mode) Button: Each time the button is pressed, the
operation mode changes in the following sequence:
COOL DRY FAN HEAT
4. Button: Used to stop or start louver movement and
move the airflow direction up/down as desired.
5. Button: Unit operation starts when this button is
pressed and stops when the button is pressed again.
6. Button: Used to select the fan speed in 3 steps:
Maximum
Medium
Low
7. Button: Activates the Auto-on or Auto-off feature. See
page 10 for details.
8. Button: Select this function if you want the unit to
maintain a comfortable setting and save energy while you
sleep. This function is available on COOL and HEAT mode.
9. Button: Press this button to change from °C to °F.
• With the unit in stand-by, press the “M” button for 20 sec-
onds to change from °C to °F.
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• Use the remote control within a distance of 7 m (23 ft.) from the appliance, pointing it towards the
receiver. Reception is confirmed by a beep.
TIMER Display: This display area
shows the TIMER settings.
MODE Display: Displays the
current selected mode, including
COOL or HEAT.
Temp./Timer Display: The temperature setting in
Celcius or Farhenheit, or the timer setting from 0 to 24
hours.
Temperature Symbol: Indicates if
temperature is in °C or °F
FAN SPEED Display: Displays
the selected fan speed: Maximum,
Medium and Low.
DRY Mode: Dry mode will
display as dh.