Ecoair ARTICA MK2 User manual

ARTICA MK2
8000Btu
Portable Air Condioner
WIFI Enabled
UK
C396/C403/C404– 200419Local Air Condioner

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INDEX
Congratulaons!
You have purchased the very latest in room air condioning technology. Your new EcoAir high
eciency room appliance will give you many years of dependable service. Many features have
been built into your EcoAir portable appliance to assure quiet operaon, the best circulaon of
cool and dry air, funconal controls and the most economical operaon.
When using this appliance in European countries, the following informaon must be observed:
Do not dispose of this product as unsorted waste.
It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance as domesc household waste. For disposal:
a. Contact your local council
b. The manufacturer will take back the old appliance for disposal when you replace
it with a new product.
c. Old products contain valuable resources, which should be recycled as scrap
metal.
Wild disposal of waste in forests and landscapes endangers your health when hazardous
substances leak into the ground-water and nd their way into the food chain.
Index..................................................................................................................................................... 1
BS Plug Wiring ...................................................................................................................................... 2
Important Safety Instrucons.............................................................................................................. 3
Introducon ......................................................................................................................................... 4
Installaon..................................................................................................................................... 5 - 17
Quick Set Up............................................................................................................................... 18 – 22
Cleaning & Maintenance............................................................................................................ 23 – 24
Troubleshoong.......................................................................................................................... 24 - 26
Specicaons ..................................................................................................................................... 27
Guarantee Card.................................................................................................................................. 28

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BS PLUG WIRING
Wiring Instrucons: Should it be necessary to change the plug, please note the wires in the
mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes:
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN – LIVE
GREEN AND YELLOW - EARTH
In the event that the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond
with the coloured markings idenfying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
1. The BLUE wire is NEUTRAL and must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
leer N or coloured BLACK.
2. The BROWN wire is LIVE and must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the leer
L or coloured RED.
3. The GREEN/YELLOW is EARTH and must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the
leer E or or coloured GREEN or GREEN/YELLOW.
4. Always ensure that the cord grip is posioned and fastened correctly.
If a 13A (BS 1363) fused plug is used it must be ed with a 13A fuse. If in doubt consult a
qualied electrician.
Wiring for a 13 Amp Plug (BS1363)
Please note. The Earth Terminal is marked with the leer E or Earth Symbol.
BS PLUG WIRING
Earth - (Green/Yellow)
Neutral - N (Blue) Live - L (Brown)

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING.
WARNING!
This air condioner is intended for use in domesc households and similar working and residenal envi-
ronments and is not intended for outdoor use. It must be used only as a domesc appliance. EcoAir can-
not be held liable for damage resulng from incorrect or improper use or operaon
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precauons should always be followed:
1. Do not operate the appliance if there is a damaged cord , plug or aer it malfuncons if it has been
dropped or damaged in any way. Arrange for the appliance to be examined or repaired by an authorised
technician.
2. Always keep the appliance in an upright posion to avoid any damage. Place the appliance on an even
level surface during operaon.
3. Ensure the household voltage matches the rated specicaon for the appliance before use.
4. Operate this appliance in an ambient temperature between 16°C and 35°C.
5. Ensure that the air inlets and outlets are not blocked or covered. Do not insert ngers or any objects
into the air inlet or outlet openings.
6. Do not place the unit too close to curtains or any other objects, keep minimum distance of 50cm.
7. Never place anything on top of the appliance and do not cover while in use.
8. To protect against electric shocks, do not immerse or spray the appliance or any of its parts in water.
9. Never unplug the power cord without switching OFF the appliance rst.
10. Always unplug the appliance when not in use or when moving locaon. To disconnect the appliance
from the power supply, grip the plug and pull from the power socket. Never pull by the cord.
11. Always empty the internal water tank before storing the appliance away.
12. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance is used in the presence of children and pets.
13. Do not run power cord under carpeng, or cover with rugs or runners. Arrange the cord away from are-
as where it may become a trip hazard.
14. Never operate or store the appliance in direct sunlight.
15. Repairs must be carried out by an authorised technician, failure to do so may cause damage to the appli-
ance or injury to persons or property and will void the warranty. Always insist on original spare parts.
16. Do not connect via an extension lead or Mul-socket plug. Extension leads and Mul-socket plugs do not
guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheang).
17. Do not use the appliance without the air lter. Clean or replace the air lter regularly.
18. Do not leave the appliance unaended in connuous drainage over a long period of me.
19. At the end of its working life dispose of the appliance responsibly, in accordance with local regulaons.
20. Before cleaning or maintaining the appliance, please turn o the power and pull out the power plug.
21. Do not insert or pull out the power plug with wet hands.
22. Do not insert any objects into the appliance.
23. Do not splash or pour water onto appliance. Otherwise, it may cause short circuit or damage to it.
24. Do not operate heang equipment around the appliance.
25. Keep a safe distance from re source, inammable and explosive objects.
26. Keep children from playing or climbing with or on the appliance.
27. Do not put clothes above the appliance to dry.
28. Never open the unit casing yourself and aempt to repair. This will void the warranty and is a potenal
health and safety risk.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilies, unless they have been given supervision or instrucon concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to en-
sure that they do not play with the appliance.
READ & SAVE THESE IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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INTRODUCTION
1. Control panel
2. Guide louvre (manual)
3. Swing louvre (manual)
4. Castor
5. Power cord hanger
6. Plug of power cord
7. Filter
8. Air Inlet
9. Joint A
10. Discharge pipe
11. Joint B+C (see page 10, step 2)
12. Remote Control holder
FRONT
REAR
Remote Control
12

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INSTALLATION
joint A joint B joint C discharge pipe
power lead hook (2) Screw included (12pcs) pipe clamp rubber plug
pipe clip Boom drainage pipe baery (2) (AAA 1.5V) remote control
user manual drainage connector insect guard net window panel
bracket rain guard (A) foam seal A foam seal B (adhesive type)
PACKAGE CONTAINS
Note: check if the accessories are available before installaon.
TOOLS NEEDED FOR INSTALLATION
cross screwdriver straight screwdriver saw
measurement tape scissors pencil

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STEP 1. ASSEMBLE THE POWER LEAD HOOK
AT THE BACK OF THE APPLIANCE
Use screws to x the power lead hook at the
back of the appliance as shown below.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION OF POWER LEAD HOOK
STEP 2. WIND THE POWER LEAD AROUND THE
HOOK
When you are not using the appliance wind the
power lead around the hook as shown below.
BOTTOM DRAINAGE PORT FOR USE BEFORE STORAGE & WHEN FULL TANK LIGHT IS ON
* Before Storage we recommend you drain the internal storage tanks using this drainage port.
Direcon of the Power Lead
Hook
Direcon of the Power Lead
Hook
Screws
Power Lead
Hook
INSTALLATION OF DRAINAGE
STEP 1. Remove the rubber plug from the boom
drainage port.
STEP 2. Aach the drain hose pipe clamp to the back pan-
el of the appliance near the boom drainage port with the
screw provided.
STEP 3. Aach one end of the drainage pipe to the
drainage port with the pipe clip.
Make sure the hose is fully inserted into the drainage
port.
Put the rubber plug into the other side of drainage
pipe, x it with pipe clip and then x it into the drain-
age pipe clamp.
Boom drainage port Screw
Drainage
pipe clamp Drainage pipe
Drainage clip
Drainage pipe
clamp
Pipe clip
Rubber Plug

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INSTALLATION
CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE FROM MIDDLE DRAINAGE PORT
Water can be automacally emped from the middle drainage port with a 14mm inner diameter
hose (Not included in the package) which can be ordered from our website:
www.ecoairdirect.com
INSTALLATION OF CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE
STEP 1. Remove the connuous drainage cap by turn-
ing it counter clockwise then remove the rubber plug
form the middle drainage port.
Connuous
drainage cap
Rubber plug
STEP 2. Screw the drain connector to the drainage port by
turning clockwise.
Drainage connector
STEP 3. Insert the drainage hose (14mm) into the
drainage connector.
Make sure the drainage hose goes downward from
the middle drainage port.
The end of the drainage hose should not be outside
when temperature is below 1°C.
Drainage hose
NOTE: When using connuous drainage opon;
 Place the appliance on a level surface
 Make sure the connuous drainage hose is clear of any
obstrucons.
 The drainage hose should be placed downwards from
the drainage ports.
 Do not bend or kink the drainage hose.
IF ABOVE NOT FOLLOWED, APPLIANCE CAN LEAK WATER!
Middle drainage port
* Store both the cap and plus safely for use when not in
connuous drainage mode

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 The appliance shall be installed in accordance with naonal wiring regulaons.
 The appliance is for indoor use only, but should not be installed in a high humidity area (i.e.
laundry room or wet room).
 Place the appliance on a smooth level oor that is strong enough to support the unit.
 Allow at least 50cm of air space on all sides of the appliance for good venlaon.
 Place the appliance in an area where the temperature will not fall below 16°C. Otherwise the
coils will be covered with frost at temperatures below 16°C and this may reduce performance.
Note:
The appliance has castors for easy movement.
INSTALLATION
FIG 1. FIG 2. FIG 3.
 Two or more people are required to move and install the appliance.
 Failure to do so may result in back or other injuries.
Do not pull the appliance along
by the power cord. See Fig 1.
Do not place objects on the appliance
or restrict air inlet / outlet. See Fig 2.
Do not use the appliance in humid or
wet environment. See Fig 3.
OK
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS:
WARNING

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INSTALLATION
1. Connect the rain guards to the insect guard net.
Insert all three projecons on each rain guard into the holes in the insect guard net.
Side “A” will now be at the top, as indicated in the diagram.
2. Aach the guard combined above to the window panel.
Push the insect guard net rmly to ensure that its four projecons t into the holes in the win-
dow panel. Side “A” will now be at the top, as indicated in the diagram
3. Cut the Foam seal B (adhesive type) to the proper length and aach it to the window stool and
to the boom of sash.
4. Aach the window panel to the window stool. Make sure that the exhaust cover is aached to
the window panel. Inner width of the window:20.5"(520mm)
Use the window panel.
Projecon
Installaon in a double-hung sash window (Oponal)
Insect Guard Net Hole Rain Guard
“A”
Window Panel“A”
Projecon
Foam Seal B (adhesive type)

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INSTALLATION
The window panel cannot be installed in windows less than 20.5" (520mm) wide,
as you will be unable to shut the exhaust cover.
1) Open the window sash and place the window panel on the window sill.
2) Secure the window panel to the window stool with screws.
Inner width of the window:20.5" (520mm)- 37.4" (950mm)
Use the window panel and the adjustment panel.
1) Open the window sash and place the window panel on the window sill.
2) Slide the adjustment panel to t the window frame width.
3) Secure the window panel to the sill with screws.
Inner width of the window:37.4" (950mm) - 56.7" (1440mm)
Use the window panel, the adjustment panel and the extension panel.
1) Open the window sash and place the window panel on the window sill.
2) Slide the adjustment and extension panels to t the window frame width.
3) Secure the window panel to the window sill with screws
Installaon in a double-hung sash window (cont.)
Exhaust Cover
Window Panel
Adjustment Panel
Extension Panel
Adjustment Panel

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INSTALLATION
5. Close the window sash securely against the Window panel.
6. Stu the Foam seal A between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from geng
into the room.
7. Aach the bracket with a screw. (Recommended)
Installaon in a double-hung sash window (cont.)
Please lay a tabular material underneath the window panel in case you could not aach
the rain guard or the window adapter properly due to the deep window sill.

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Projecon
Rain Guard
Projecon
“A”
Window Panel
INSTALLATION
1. Connect the rain guards to the insect guard net.
Insert all three projecons on each rain guard into the holes in the insect guard net.
Side “A” will now be at the top, as indicated in the diagram.
2. Aach the guard combined above to the window panel.
Push the insect guard net rmly to ensure that its four projecons t into the holes in the win-
dow panel.
Side “A” will now be at the top, as indicated in the diagram, when it is installed in the window
3. Cut the Foam seal B (adhesive type) to the proper length and aach it to the window frame and
to the side of sash.
4. Install the window panel into the window frame.
Make sure that the exhaust cover is aached to the window panel. Inner height of the win-
dow:20.5"(520mm)
Use the window panel
Installaon in a sliding sash window (Oponal)
Insect Guard
Hole
“A”
Foam Seal B (adhesive type)

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The window panel cannot be installed in windows less than 20.5" (520mm) high,
as you will be unable to shut the exhaust cover.
1. Open the window sash and place the window panel on the window frame.
2. Secure the window panel to the window frame with screws
Inner height of the window:20.5" (520mm)- 37.4" (950mm)
Use the window panel and the adjustment panel.
1. Open the window sash and place the window panel on the window frame
2. Slide the adjustment panel to t the window frame height.
3. Secure the window panel to the window frame with screws.
Inner height of the window:37.4" (950mm) - 56.7" (1440mm)
Use the window panel, the adjustment panel and the extension panel.
1. Open the window sash and place the window panel on the window frame.
2. Slide the adjustment and extension panels to t the window frame height.
3. Secure the window panel to the window frame with screws.
INSTALLATION
Installaon in a sliding sash window (Cont.)
Exhaust Cover
Window Panel
Adjustment Panel
Adjustment Panel
Extension Panel

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4. Close the window sash securely against the Window panel.
5. Stu the Foam seal A between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from geng
into the room.
6. Aach the bracket with a screw. (Recommended)
Please lay a tabular material underneath the window panel in case you could not aach the
rain guard or the window adapter properly due to the deep window sill.
Bracket
INSTALLATION
Installaon in a sliding sash window (Cont.)

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INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION OF DISCHARGE PIPE
STEP 1. CONNECT JOINT “A” TO DISCHARGE
PIPE
Aach Joint A to discharge pipe
STEP 3. CONNECT DISCHARGE PIPE TO
APPLIANCE
Joint A Discharge Pipe
STEP 2. CONNECT JOINT “B” & “C” TO
DISCHARGE PIPE
Connect together Joint B to Joint C
Joint C
Joint B
Clip together
Appliance air outlet
Slide down Joint A to the air outlet
STEP 4. DISCHARGE PIPE THROUGH THE WALL
 Put a 150mm whole through the wall. (outer
diameter 142mm)
 Insert the discharge pipe through the hole.
 Seal the gap between the wall and the discharge
pipe.
Wall

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STEP 5. DISCHARGE PIPE THROUGH A WINDOW GAP
 Open the window and place the discharge pipe between the window frame and the window.
 Seal the gap with a foam (not supplied) to prevent the hot air coming back into the room.
INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION OF DISCHARGE PIPE
STEP 5. DISCHARGE PIPE CONNECTION
In order to improve cooling eciency, make sure the discharge pipe is as short and straight as possi-
ble.
Do not joint any other discharge pipe to the original pipe.

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INSTALLATION
DRAIN WATER FROM BOTTOM DRAINAGE PORT
During cooling mode, the appliance requires water drainage from the boom drainage port. This
will be indicated as an "H8" error. (see troubleshoong on page 18)
1. Remove the drainage pipe from the drainage pipe clamp and release the excess water by remov-
ing the rubber plug.
2. Drain the water out completely and the appliance should resume operaon. Secure the plug and
hose back into posion.
3. Drain water completely before storage to avoid internal odours and mould.
DRAIN WATER FROM APPLIANCE
Drainage pipe
Drainage clip
Drainage pipe
clamp
Pipe clip
Rubber Plug

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CONTROL PANEL
QUICK SET UP
Display Screen
Set buons
 Aer switching ON, the appliance will respond with a beep sound. Aer that, you can operate
the appliance with the control panel or remote control.
 Under ON status, when pressing any buon on control panel, the appliance will give out a
sound. Meanwhile, corresponding indicator light on control panel will be on.
 Under OFF status, there is no display on the control panel.
 Under ON status, the set temperature will show on the display control panel only in cooling
mode.
 For any other modes, the display will not show the temperature.
ON / OFF BUTTON
Press the ON/OFF buon to switch on and o.
MODE BUTTON
Press this buon to select :
COOL: When cooling Mode indicator is on, the appliance will operate in cooling mode. Display shows
the set temperature.
DRY: When drying Mode indicator is on, the display shows nothing. Appliance will operate at low
speed only.
FAN: When fan mode indicator is on, the display shows nothing. The appliance only blows air in the
ambient temperature as a fan does.

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SET BUTTONS
Under cooling mode, press "+" or "-" buon to increase or decrease set temperature by 1 °C.
Set temperature range is between 16°C - 30°C. Under auto, drying or fan mode, this buon is
invalid.
QUICK SET UP
FAN BUTTON
Press this buon to select:
 Low
 Medium
 High
 Auto
These fan speeds can be selected in cooling and fan modes only.
WIFI BUTTON
TIMER BUTTON
 Press this buon to set mer. To adjust mer, press set buons.
 Timer can be set for up to 24 hours.
 Wait 5 seconds aer seng the me, for the display to show the set temperature.
 During the mer seng, make sure there is no more than 5 seconds delay between sets, other-
wise the remote control will cancel seng status.
 To cancel set mer, press mer buon twice.
Note: Select the mode before you select the mer.
The mer can be set for:
 While the appliance is ON, the mer can be set to switch o aer your set me.
 While the appliance is OFF, the mer can be set to switch on aer your set me.
Press " WiFi " buon to the WiFi funcon on or o. When the WiFi funcon is turned on, the " WiFi "
icon will be displayed on remote controller;
• This funcon is only available for some models.
• In order to connect a handheld smartphone, tablet or laptop please visit ecoair.org for further
instrucons.