EdgeStar AP16000G User manual

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Portable Air Conditioner
AP16000G
Owner’s Manual
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Important Safety Information
Improper handling can cause serious damage to the appliance and/or to the
user. Please read the following safety information.
Your portable air conditioner is supplied with a Leakage-Current
Detection and Interruption (LCDI) safety plug. This device provides
protection to reduce the risk of fire due to arcing faults in the power
supply cord. Before using your portable air conditioner, follow the
instructions below to ensure that the LCDI plug is working properly:
1. Plug the power cord to a grounded outlet.
2. Press the TEST button on the LCDI plug. This should trip the
plug and cut the power to the air conditioner. If the plug does not
trip and you are able to turn on the unit, please contact EdgeStar
support.
DO NOT USE YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER IF THE TEST FAILS.
Press the RESET button to start using your air conditioner.
Do not use the TEST and RESET buttons as an ON/OFF switch.
Electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste.
Please contact your local recycling center for more information on how
to recycle electronic waste.
RESET
TEST
Electrical Safety
This unit is designed for indoor use only.
Do not use the unit in extremely humid or wet environments.
Do not spray water and wet the housing or control panel.
Do not pull the unit by the cord.
Always turn the unit off and unplug it from the outlet when cleaning.
Unplug the unit if it is not going to be used for a long period of time.
Do not operate the unit with a damaged plug or a loose socket.
Use only the correct power supply with appropriate amperage.
If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
a service agent, or qualified technician.
Do not remove any part of the casing unless instructed by an
authorized technician.
General Safety
This portable air conditioner is not intended to be used by children.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this
product.
Do not allow children to play with the controls or drop any objects into
the air outlets or vents.
Do not place objects or let any person sit on top of the unit.
Only use in the upright position on a flat, level surface and provide at
least 20 inches of clearance from any walls or objects.
Route the power cord carefully to avoid a tripping hazard.

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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION................................................................II
INTRODUCTION ...................................................................................................1
PARTS IDENTIFICATION.....................................................................................2
FRONT VIEW........................................................................................................2
BACK VIEW..........................................................................................................2
PARTS INCLUDED.................................................................................................3
PREPARATIONS FOR INSTALLING THE WINDOW KIT...................................3
WINDOW KIT INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.................................................4
INSTALLATION OF THE EXHAUST HOSE.........................................................6
NOTES ABOUT THE EXHAUST HOSE ......................................................................7
INSTALLATION OF THE DRAIN HOSE...............................................................8
DRAINING THE UNIT............................................................................................9
INSTALLING THE FILTER....................................................................................9
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................10
CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW ..............................................................................10
REMOTE CONTROL OVERVIEW ...........................................................................11
MODES............................................................................................................112
Modes (Continued)..........................................................................................13
ERROR CODES ..................................................................................................14
ENERGY SAVING GUIDE...................................................................................15
MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................16
CLEANING THE UNIT ...........................................................................................16
CLEANING THE PRE-FILTER.................................................................................16
PREPARATION FOR STORAGE .............................................................................16
TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................17
SPECIFICATIONS...............................................................................................19
EDGESTAR LIMITED WARRANTY ...................................................................20

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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing this EdgeStar portable air conditioner. We are glad you
chose us. We believe that your purchase of this product opens a relationship
between you and EdgeStar. We will provide the customer support needed to
nurture that relationship.
This manual contains important information regarding the proper installation, use
and maintenance of your portable air conditioner. Following this manual will
ensure that your product will work at its peak performance and efficiency.
Please save the original product packaging in case you need to safely transport
your portable air conditioner.
For Your Records:
Please write down the model number and serial number
below for future reference. Both numbers are located on the
ratings label on the back of your unit and are needed to
obtain warranty service. You may also want to staple your
receipt to this manual as it is the proof of your purchase, and
is also needed for service under your warranty.
Model Number:
Serial Number:
Date of Purchase:
To better serve you, please do the following before contacting customer service:
If you received a damaged product, immediately contact the dealer that
sold you the product.
Read and follow this instruction manual carefully to help you install, use
and maintain your portable air conditioner.
Read the troubleshooting section of this manual as it will help you
diagnose and solve common issues.
Visit us on the web at http://www.edgestar.com to register your
product, download product guides, additional troubleshooting resources
and up-to-date information.
If you need warranty service, our friendly customer service
representatives are available via email at [e-mail] or by
telephone at 1 [phone].

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Parts Identification
Front View
Back View
Parts Key:
1. Air outlet (Louver)
2. Control panel
3. Handle
4. Remote control box
5. Caster
6. Upper air inlet grille
7. Air exhaust outlet
8. Lower air inlet grille
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3
4
6
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2
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Parts Included
Preparations for Installing the Window Kit
You must vent your portable air conditioner when running it in
cooling mode. Your unit includes a window exhaust kit that can be
used to vent the unit out a window.
Before you begin, make sure you have all the parts necessary for
installation.
If you have multiple windows, choose one that is near an electrical
outlet that will be able to provide sufficient power to your unit. See
the power requirements listed on the product label printed on the
side, or on the back of your portable air conditioner.
Your window kit can be installed on a horizontal or vertical sliding
window as shown in the following pictures to the left.
Please follow the installation instructions carefully to avoid personal
injury or damage.
NOTE: You may need to
contact your electrician if
your room’s circuit is not able
to power your unit.
Suggested Tools- Phillips
Screw Driver (Medium
sized), Tape Measure/Ruler,
Scissors, Saw (In the event
that your window panel
needs to be cut down in size
for installation)

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Window Kit Installation Instructions
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Cut the foam seal to the proper
length and attach it to the
windowsill.
1
Attach the protective grille to the
window panel. Push the grille
firmly to ensure that its four
projections fit into the holes in the
window panel.
3
If the inner width of the window is
between 22” (559mm) and 24”
(609mm) wide:
1) Remove the adjustment panel
from the window panel, and
cut the window panel to the
same width as the window
frame opening.
2) Open the window and place
the window panel on the
windowsill.
3) Secure the window panel to
the windowsill.
NOTE: The window panel cannot be
installed in windows less than 22”
(559mm) wide as you will be unable to
shut the exhaust cover
a)
Attach the window panel to the
windowsill.

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b)
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Cut the foam seal to the proper
length and attach it to the top of
the window panel.
Close the window securely
against the window panel.
5
Cut the foam seal to an
appropriate length between the
top of the inner window and outer
window.
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If the inner width of the window is
between 24” (718mm) and 36.5”
(927mm) inclusive:
1) Open the window and place
the adjustable window panel
on the windowsill.
2) Slide the adjustment panel to
fit the window frame width.
c)
If the inner width of the window is
between 36.5” (927mm) and 64”
(1643mm) inclusive:
1) Open the window and place
the extra window panel
provided on the windowsill.
2) Slide the adjustment panel to
fit the window frame width.
3) Secure the window panel to
the windowsill with four large
wood screws and four slider
brackets.
Attach the bracket with a screw.
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Installation of the Exhaust Hose
Connect the two pieces of the
window exhaust adapter, fix them
together, and press the clasp
forcibly into the groove.
1
Install the hose at the rear clip.
Aim the opening of the hose at the
round mouth of rear clip. Rotate
the hose counterclockwise into the
rear clip.
2
Install the hose at the joint A. Aim
the opening of hose at the round
mouth of joint A. Rotate the hose
counterclockwise into joint A.
3
Attach joint A to the back of the
unit with the two cutouts on the
joint. Line them up over the two
tabs on the air exhaust outlet and
firmly slide the joint A down until it
clicks. To remove, make sure to
push down on the two exhaust
outlet tabs and then lift up.
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Notes about the Exhaust Hose
Your portable air conditioner is designed to exhaust condensate water that is collected from
the air. This water, in either gaseous or droplet form, will be expelled out the exhaust port of
the unit. Please take this into account when deciding how to vent it.
1. The exhaust hose supplied with the portable air conditioner can be extended up to 48
inches; however for maximum efficiency, use the shortest length possible.
2. Try to prevent any kinks or bends in the exhaust hose. Kinks or bends may trap exhaust air
which can radiate heat into the room or potentially cause the portable air conditioner to
overheat and shut itself off.
3. The exhaust hose supplied with the portable air conditioner has been specifically designed
for this air conditioner. Do not lengthen the hose by adding additional hoses or attachments or
replace it with any other hose.
Do not lengthen the
exhaust hose by adding
additional hoses or
attachments.
Warning: Longer hoses are not recommended.

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Installation of the Drain Hose
Note: Drainage hose must be installed before using this unit as not
doing so can result in a block in the drain and prevent the unit from
functioning normally.
1
Remove the rubber plug drain cap
from the drainage port.
2
Attach the drain pipe clip to the
back panel of the air conditioner
near the drain port with the screw.
Attach one end of the drain hose
to the drain port with the clip
provided.
3
Insert the rubber plug into the
other end of the drain hose and
secure with pipe hoop and attach
to drain pipe clip.
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Draining the Unit
When the portable air conditioner is in cooling mode or dehumidify
mode, it will remove moisture from the air. The condensed water
from the air will be collected in an internal reservoir and will be
evaporated and exhausted out of the exhaust hose. However, in
very humid conditions, the internal reservoir may fill completely.
This causes the air conditioner to turn off to avoid overflowing the
internal reservoir. When water tank is full a buzzer will sound eight
times and on the LED window will display error code “H8”.
Direct drainage
1. Remove the rubber drain plug from the drain port.
2. Connect a drain hose to the drain port.
The portable air conditioner will now drain through the drain hose.
Please note that this unit has no drain pump; all water will drain
with gravity only, i.e., only “downhill.”
Installing the Filter
Your portable air conditioner ships with a carbon filter to help
remove any unwanted odor from the room. It is recommended you
replace the filter every two to three months, or as needed. It is also
necessary to clean the pre-filter periodically (see page 15 for
maintenance instructions). Follow the steps below to install the
carbon filter:
1. Shut off the unit if it is on. In the rear of the unit pull the air filter
grille from the side.
2. Place the carbon filter between the grille and the pre-filter.
3. Close the grille.

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Operating Instructions
Control Panel Overview
On/Off Button
Press the button once to manually turn the unit on. Press
once more to turn the unit off.
/ Button
In COOL, press the
or
button to decrease or
increase the temperature by 1° degree Fahrenheit.
Continue to press to get to desired temperature.
Mode Button
Press the MODE button to cycle between modes: COOL 
DRY FAN.
COOL: Cool indicator light is bright. Display will show set
temperature (61◦–86◦ F).
DRY: Dehumidify indicator is bright. Display will be blank.
FAN: Fan indicator light is bright. Display will be blank.
Remember that the exhaust hose and window kit must be
installed when the unit is in Cool or Dry Mode.
Fan Speed
When the unit is running in Cool or Fan mode, press the
arrow buttons to select the fan speed desired. There are 4
fan settings, High, Middle, Low, and Auto.
Water Full
When Cool or Dry is running condensation will drain to the
water reservoir. When the water tank is full a buzzer will
sound eight times indicating to empty. An error code “H8”
will also display on LED screen. Please follow instructions
on how to drain on page 9.
Note: This unit has 2-Way directional
louvers (up and down). Once the unit is
powered on the louvers will open to allow
air flow. The remote will allow you to
adjust the louver setting during use.
Once the unit is powered off the louvers
will close.
Signal Receiver
Water Full
Indicator
Fan Indicator
Display
Dry Indicator
Cool Indicator
Louvers can
adjust air flow
up or down.

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Remote Control Overview
The remote control is used to operate all of your portable air
conditioners functions. Use the remote control to change modes,
fan speed, timer, and temperature settings and sleep mode.
NOTES: Be careful not drop the remote control. Do not place the remote
control in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
CAUTION: Use only AAA batteries. Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used
for one month or longer. Do not attempt to recharge batteries not designed to be recharged. All
batteries should be replaced at the same time. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not
dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode.
Button
Function
On/Off
Powers the unit on or off
Fan
Sets the fan speed between
auto, low, medium, and high
Mode
Changes between Cool,
Dry, Fan, and Auto
Louver
Turns the automatic swing
of the Louvers on and off
Turbo
Sets the fan speed to high
Sleep
Used to enable Sleep mode
Light
Adjusts the display on or off
Timer On
Enable automatic start for
specific time
Timer Off
Enable automatic shutoff for
specific time
Increase
Increases the set
temperature or time
Decrease
Decreases the set
temperature or time
Clock
Used to adjust the clock
X-Fan
Used to enable X-Fan mode

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Modes
AUTO: When selecting auto mode, the air conditioner will operate
automatically according to the ambient temperature. The set
temperature can’t be adjusted unless the mode is switched to
cooling.
COOL: If the ambient temperature drops below the temperature
you selected, the compressor turns off and the unit functions with
the fan only. When the temperature rises above the temperature
you selected, the compressor turns on again. The Cool Indicator
light “insert” will be lit. You can press the “+” or “-“ to increase or
decrease the set temperature.
Whether your desired temperature can actually be reached
depends on the ambient conditions. The room temperature
remaining above the set temperature is normal.
To operate the unit in cooling mode:
1) Make sure the power cord is plugged into a power outlet.
2) Press the ON/OFF button on the remote.
3) Press the Mode button until the Cool Indicator Light on the
Control Panel lights up.
4) Select the fan speed by using the Fan button.
5) Set the thermostat by using the “+” and “-“buttons on the
remote. The thermostat is adjustable between 61°F - 86°F in one
degree increments.
DRY: When dry mode (or de-humidify mode) is selected, the air
conditioner operates under dry mode at a low fan speed. The Dry
Indicator light will be lit. Under dry mode the fan speed can’t be
adjusted.
FAN: Fan Only mode is used to circulate the air in your room. No
temperature setting is needed.
To operate the unit in Fan Only mode:
1) Make sure the power cord is plugged into a power outlet.
2) Press the ON/OFF button on the remote.
3) Press the Mode button until the Fan Indicator light on the control
panel lights up.
4) Press the Fan button to adjust fan speed.
NOTE: The exhaust hose must
be used in cooling mode in order
to cool a room.
NOTE: Fan Only mode does not
require that the exhaust hose be
attached.

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Modes (Continued)
TIMER ON:While the unit is off press the Timer On button to set
the unit to turn on at a certain time in either Cool, Dry, or Fan mode.
After pressing this button, the icon disappears and the word
"ON" will blink on the remote. Press "+" or "-" button to adjust the
Timer On setting. Pressing "+" or "-" button will increase or
decrease the time by 1 minute. Hold "+" or "-" button to quickly
adjust the time. Press the Timer On button again to confirm the
time. The word "ON" will stop blinking and the will reappear.
The Timer On function will be enabled. Pressing the Timer On
button again will cancel the function.
TIMER OFF: While the unit is on press the Timer Off button to set
the unit to turn off at a certain time. After pressing this button, the
icon disappears and the word "OFF" will blink on the remote.
Press "+" or "-" button to adjust the Timer Off setting. Pressing "+"
or "-" button will increase or decrease the time by 1 minute. Hold
"+" or "-" button to quickly adjust the time. Press the Timer OFF
button again to confirm the time. The word "OFF" will stop blinking
and the will reappear. The Timer Off function will be enabled.
Pressing the Timer Off button again will cancel the function.
SLEEP: Pressing the Sleep button on the remote will turn Sleep
mode on or off. The Sleep function can be activated during Cooling
mode. The setting temperature will increase slightly once activated
but the max temperature will not exceed 86° F.
X-Fan: The X-Fan mode will operate the indoor fan at low speed to
remove any residual moisture through the exhaust hose.

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Error Codes
The air conditioner may display an error code if it is not operating
correctly. Below are the list of error codes and their description.
E5
Overcurrent protection
Disconnect power, and then turn
unit on after 10 minutes. If “E5”
continues please contact customer
service
H8
Water reservoir is full
Drain and empty the water
reservoir. If “H8” continues please
contact customer service
F1
Malfunction of ambient
temperature sensor
Please contact customer service
F2
Malfunction of
evaporator temperature
sensor
Please contact customer service
F0
Refrigerant is leaking
or system is blocked
Please contact customer service
H3
Overload protection for
compressor
If the unit is working in a high-
temperature and high-humidity
environment, power off the unit
and start it after the ambient
temperature drops below 90° F.
Also check the evaporator and
condenser to ensure they are not
blocked by any objects. If “H3” or
“E8” continues please contact
customer service.
E8
Overload malfunction
F4
Outdoor tube
temperature sensor is
open/short-circuited
Please contact customer service

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Energy Saving Guide
Read and follow the guide below to get the best performance and
efficiency from your portable air conditioner:
Do not cover the air outlet (exhaust) while in use.
Do not place the unit in front of curtains or drapes- to ensure
they do not obstruct the air intake.
Minimize the length of the exhaust hose.
Make sure the exhaust hose is as straight as possible and avoid
kinks or bends.
Keep curtains, blinds or drapes closed during the sunniest part
of the day.
Use the timer to operate the unit before it is needed. For
example, set the timer to turn on the unit in cooling mode for 3
or more hours to cool the room before you arrive. You may want
to operate the unit all day if you live in a warmer climate.
Minimize the heat sources (direct sunlight, computers, servers,
people, etc.) in the room.
Close all windows and doors.
Use the unit in a contained room. For example, a room with four
walls and a ceiling, instead of a partitioned studio, or
warehouse.
Make sure the unit is on a level surface.
Minimize the amount of humidity in the room. For example, run
the unit as a dehumidifier.
To prolong the compressor's life, please wait at least 3 minutes
before turning the unit back on after shutting it off.
Inspect and keep the pre-filters clean by cleaning regularly.
Inspect and replace the activated carbon filters regularly.
Perform routine maintenance.

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Maintenance
Clean the air conditioner and filters regularly to maximize
performance and efficiency, and prolong the unit’s life. Be sure to
always unplug the air conditioner from the power outlet before
cleaning.
Cleaning the unit
Use a soft dry cloth to wipe the body clean. If necessary, use
lukewarm water to dampen a cloth to clean the unit.
Use a soft bristle brush to clean between the vents.
Carefully use a vacuum cleaner to clean the condenser coils.
Never use abrasive chemicals, volatile substances, gasoline,
detergents, chemically treated cloths, or other cleaning solvents
that may damage the cabinet exterior.
Never spray water directly on the unit.
Cleaning the pre-filter
To clean the pre-filter, follow the steps below:
1) Power off the unit and remove the pre-filter.
2) Remove the activated carbon filter.
3) Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose
dust and dirt, then rinse thoroughly under lukewarm running water
(below 104°F). You may use a mild soap and water solution if
needed. Allow the pre-filter to air dry in a cool and shaded place.
Dry thoroughly before reinstalling.
Clean the pre-filter periodically. If the unit is used in a dusty
environment you may need to clean it on a weekly basis.
Warning: Never operate the unit without the pre-filter.
Preparation for Storage
If you are not going to be using the unit for an extended period of
time, follow the instructions below before storing your unit:
1) Drain all the water from the unit’s reservoir. Operate the unit in
fan mode for a few hours to thoroughly dry any moisture left on the
coils inside the unit.
2) Power off the unit, and clean or change the filters.
3) Unplug and carefully wind the power cord.
4) Remove the exhaust hose and duct connectors and keep them
in a safe place.
NOTE: Filters should be
replaced every 2-3 months or as
needed. Contact EdgeStar
retailers for replacement filters.