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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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