Excelsior Excelair EPA20A User manual

Portable
Air Conditioner
Instruction Manual for
EPA20A
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Read and retain these
instructions for future
reference

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SPECIFICATION
Model no.
EPA20A
Power supply
220-240V~, 50Hz
Cooling capacity
5.3kW
Power/Ampere consumption
1900W/8.5A
Air Volume
675m³/hr
Moisture Removal
51 ltr/day
Compressor
Rotary
Refrigerant
R-410A
Fan speed
3
Timer
1～24 hours
Working temperature
18 ~ 32oC
Exhaust pipe
Ø 165 x 1500 mm
Net Weight
42.5 kg
Dimension (WxDxH)
453 x 427 x 806 mm
REMARK:
1. Measuring condition for above is as per EN 14511 : DB=35°C , WB=24°C
l DB = temperature of dry bulb = room temperature
l WB = temperature of wet bulb = relative humidity.
2. Test condition for data in our rating label is as per safety regulation: EN 60335-2-40
3. Current & Fuse : F2L250V or T2L250V

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BEFORE USE
l FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.
l DO NOT USE IN CABINETS, CLOSETS, BOATS, CARAVANS OR SIMILAR LOCATIONS.
l LEAVE THE UNIT TO STAND FOR 12 HOURS BEFORE CONNECTING TO THE MAINS
SUPPLY AFTER TRANSPORT OR WHEN IT HAS BEEN TILTED (E.G. DURING
CLEANING).
l ONLY USE IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION ON A FLAT LEVEL SURFACE AND AT LEAST
50CM FROM ANY OBJECTS.
l DO NOT USE THE UNIT IN A POTENTIALLY EXPLOSIVE ENVIRONMENT
CONTAINING COMBUSTIBLE LIQUIDS, GASES OR DUSTS.
l DO NOT USE THE UNIT NEAR SWIMMING POOLS, WASHROOMS OR SIMILAR
WET AREAS.
l DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS ON THE UNIT OR RESTRICT AIR INLET / OUTLET.
l ENSURE THAT THERE IS AT LEAST 50CM BETWEEN THE SIDES OF THE APPLIANCE
AND ANY FLAMMABLE, HEATING MATERIALS.
l AVOID ANY WATER GETTING INSIDE THE UNIT.
l CLOSELY SUPERVISE ANY CHILDREN AND PETS WHEN UNIT IS IN USE.
l THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE BY PERSONS (INCLUDING CHILDREN)
WITH REDUCED PHYSICAL, SENSORY OR MENTAL CAPABILITIES, OR LACK OF
EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE, UNLESS THEY HAVE BEEN GIVEN SUPERVISION
OR INSTRUCTION CONCERNING USE OF THE APPLIANCE BY A PERSON
RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR SAFETY. CHILDREN SHOULD BE SUPERVISED TO ENSURE
THAT THEY DO NOT PLAY WITH APPLIANCE.
l SWITCH OFF AND UNPLUG WHEN NOT IN USE.
l DO NOT PULL THE UNIT ALONG BY THE CORD.
l AVOID OVER-TWISTING, -COILING, -PULLING THE POWER CORD, NEVER USE
NYLON OR IRON WIRE TO TIE THE POWER CORD.
l NEVER REACH TO RETRIEVE THE UNIT IF IT HAS FALLEN IN WATER. IN SUCH
CASE, IMMEDIATELY PULL THE PLUG. HAVE THE UNIT CHECKED BEFORE USING IT
AGAIN.

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BEFORE USE
l DO NOT USE EXTENSION CORDS.
l IF THE SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED BY AN ELECTRICIAN
OR SIMILARLY QUALIFIED PERSON.
l THE MAINS SUPPLY MUST CONFORM TO THE SPECIFICATION SHOWN ON THE
RATING PLATE AT THE BACK OF THE UNIT.
l THE APPLIANCE SHALL BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH NATIONAL WIRING
REGULATIONS.
l DO NOT EXCEED THE RECOMMENDED ROOM SIZE FOR MAX. EFFICIENCY.
l CLOSE THE DOORS AND WINDOWS WHEN IN USE.
l KEEP CURTAINS OR BLINDS CLOSED DURING THE SUNNIEST PART OF THE DAY.
l KEEP FILTERS CLEAN.
l ONCE ROOM HAS REACHED THE DESIRED CONDITIONS, REDUCE TEMPERATURE
AND VENTILATION SETTING.
l ONLY A LICENSED PROFESSIONAL IS ALLOWED TO DISMANTLE OR MODIFY THE
APPLIANCE.
l THE MACHINE IS TO BE USED ONLY FOR ITS PRESCRIBED PURPOSE. ANY OTHER
USE IS DEEMED TO BE A CASE OF MISUSE. THE USER/OPERATOR, NOT THE
MANUFACTUER WILL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGE OR INJURIES OF ANY KIND
CAUSED AS A RESULT OF THIS.
l NEVER STORE UNIT ON SIDE OR UPSIDE DOWN.

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PARTS

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INSTALLATION
The unit is a portable air conditioner that may be moved from room to room.
1. Using the supplied window spacer
• Insert window spacer in window gap and adjust the length as you need.
• Feed exhaust hose through the window spacer and slide window across so that
spacer is held securely. This technique may also be used for sash windows.

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• Use only the hose provided and clip
exhaust hose and unit adaptor to the back
of the air conditioner
• Avoid kinks and bends in the exhaust
hose as this will cause expelled moist air
to build up causing the unit to overheat
and shut down.
• The hose may be extended from
300mm to 1500mm but for maximum
efficiency use the shortest length
possible.
WARNING!
The length of the exhaust pipe is
specially designed according to the
specification of this product. Do not
replace or prolong it with your own
private hose as this could cause the
unit to mal-function.

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Installation of the carbon filter
This machine is equipped with the active carbon filter. The activated carbon is charcoal
that has been treated with oxygen to open up millions of tiny pores between the carbon
atoms. It is used to get rid of unwanted odors (smoke, fumes, and animal odor). Please
note, the carbon filter is not washable, its life span is variable and depends on the
ambient conditions where the unit is used. The filter should be checked periodically
and replaced if necessary (normally, it’s 6 months), below is the installation of the active
carbon filter along with this unit:
1. Separate the filter frame the unit.
2. Take out the carbon filter from its
bag.
3. Apply the carbon filter on the unit.
4. Fix back the filter frame on the unit.

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OPERATION
Soft Touch Control panel

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Adjust the air vent
Before using the unit, please do open the horizontal louver! Then Adjust the
louvers to your desired direction
Turning ON/OFF
Press ON/OFF button, the unit will start in AUTO (automatic) mode.
Automatic mode
In automatic mode, the unit can cool, ventilate and heat depending on ambient
temperature and setpoint adjustment. The unit is preset as follows:
1. If ambient temperature is > 23°C, the unit will be in automatic cooling mode.
Default setting 24°C. During this operation, the indicator for AUTO and COOL
mode light up.
2. If the ambient temperature is < 24°C, but > 20°C, the unit will work in ventilation
mode. During this operation, the indicator for AUTO and FAN mode light up.
3. If the ambient temperature is < 20°C, the unit will work in heating mode. During
this operation, the indicator for AUTO and HEAT mode light up.

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Setpoint setting in automatic cooling mode 18-32°C
If you set the setpoint at 24°C the unit starts to cool at 27°C (Setpoint + 3°C). It cools
down to 25°C (Setpoint +1°C) and then switches back to the ventilation.
Setting mode/function
Press MODE button to select required working mode: cooling, fan or dehumidify (dry)
Sign of your selected mode comes on.
Setting temperature
1. Press 'Temperature up' or 'Temperature down' button to regulate the temperature
you desired.
2. The display window will show the temperature you set as you press 'Temperature
up' or 'Temperature down' button. Otherwise, it will always show the ambient
temperature.
3. The pre-setting temperature of this machine is: 24oC for cooling.
°C
Time
cooling
ventilatio
n

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Setting ventilation speed
Press SPEED button to choose the ventilation speed you need, high, medium or low.
The sign of high or low ventilation will light on at the same time.
Setting timer
1. Touch TIMER button to set the operating hours you desired (1 to 24 hours, the sign
of timer will light on). When the set time has been reached, the machine will turn
off automatically. The display window will show the hour(s) you set as you press
TIMER button. If the timer button is not pressed, the unit will work continuously.
2. By touching the timer but without turning on the other functions, you can PRE-SET
the time for the machine to work. For example, if you press the timer to '2', the
unit will work automatically after 2 hours.
Sleep function
1. In cooling mode, by pressing the SLEEP button, the set temperature will increase
1oC at the 1st hour; another 1 oC at the second hour, then keeps at that
temperature.
2. In sleep mode, the ventilation will keep at low speed. Re-press the SLEEP button,
the setting temperature and ventilation speed will return to the pre-selected one.
3. The unit will shut down automatically after the SLEEP function running for 12
hours.
4. Please note, the sleep function is not available while the machine is working in
ventilation, dehumidification or auto mode. Only available in cooling mode.
5. When the machine is in Sleep function, the Fan Speed would turn to be LOW
speed.
Dehumidify (DRY) mode
In dehumidify (DRY) mode, the temperature cannot be adjusted, the ventilation will fix
at low speed. When the unit is operating in Dehumidify (DRY) mode, humidity
extracted from the air is collected in an internal tank. If the tank reaches full, the
compressor and motor cut out automatically. At the same time, the “Water Full”
indicator comes on. An alarm will also sound. When the tank is full, drain the water as
shown in the page concerning “DRAINAGE”. You may also use the unit without having to
empty the tank so often by using “continuous drainage”, please also refer to the page
about “DRAINAGE”.

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Self-diagnosis
This machine is equipped with self-diagnosis function. If something is wrong in the
machine, the LED will show the word “E1” or “E2”.
l E1 means the sensor wire for room temperature does not connect well (this wire is
located in the centre of the evaporator).
l E2 means the sensor wire for anti-frost does not connect well (this wire is located
at the side of evaporator).
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Self-diagnosis “E2” is only for cool & heat model.
As this time, please contact your retailer. Please DO NOT dismantle the machine in any
case.
All the above functions can also be performed with the supplied remote control. This
remote control requires 2 pcs AAA batteries to operate (battery is not supplied along
with the unit).
EFFICIENCY BOOSTING
This unit is equipped with “energy efficiency boosting” function, by
adding water (3L max.) to the water gate at the side of the unit, the
energy efficiency can be elevated. The principle is: while the machine is
working, the condenser will be getting hot, if you add the water into the
unit after the unit has been worked for more than one hour, the water
will cool down the condenser, thus it consumes less power, i.e. saving
energy.
1. Take out the water
bottle from the
side of the unit.
3. Place the water
gate into space.
2. Fill the water
(max. 3L).

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NOTE
1. This efficiency feature by adding water is proposed to do after one hour
operation and the water should NOT be over 3L, otherwise, the “water full”
indicator will light in red and the unit will stop working.
2. In case the “water full” indicator is in red, please drain the water from the drain
point at the back side of the unit until the red light goes out. The unit should
work again now.
IMPORTANT !
1. To prolong the compressor's life, after switch-off of the unit, please wait for 3
minutes (at least) before re-switch.
2. The cooling system will switch off if the ambient temperature is lower than the set
one. The ventilation, however, keeps working on the set level. If the ambient
temperature rises above the selected level, the cooling will return to work.
3. This machine is equipped with ANTI-FROST function. While using the heating
function during low temperature, sometimes the heating will stop for a while in
order to melt the frost. As this occurs, just wait for the heating returns to work.
DRAINAGE
When the unit is operating in Cooling or Dehumidify ( DRY) mode, humidity extracted
from the air is collected in an internal tank. If the tank reaches full, the compressor and
motor cut out automatically. At the same time, the “Water Full” indicator comes on.
An alarm will also sound. When the tank is full, carry out the following instructions:

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1. Turn off the air conditioner and avoid moving it when full.
2. Position a container (a water tray for example) underneath the drain hole.
3. Remove the drain knob & rubber plug from the drain hole and allow the water to
drain out.
4. When the container is almost full, replace the rubber plug in the drain hole and
empty the water tray.
5. Repeat until the unit is emptied.
6. Replace the rubber plug and tighten the drain knob firmly.
7. Switch on the unit - the full water or compressor operating indicator should not be
flashing.
Should
you
prefer to
use the
appliance
without
having to
empty
the tank every so often, proceed as
follows :
• Remove the drain knob and rubber plug and retain for future use.
• Connect the drain tube supplied to the water outlet as shown and locate the other
end into a drain.
• The drain tube may be extended by adding an extension tube and using a suitable
connector.

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Please note
1. The drain must be at a lower level than the drain hole on the unit.
2. Flashing ‘Water Full’ indicator will not function in this mode of drainage.
3. If you want to extend the water tube, you can connect it with another tube (OD:
18mm). *The extended tube is NOT supplied along with the unit.
MAINTENANCE
Always unplug the air conditioner from the mains before cleaning.
To maximize the efficiency of the air conditioner, clean the unit regularly.
Cleaning the housing
Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the body clean.
Never use aggressive chemicals, gasoline, detergents, chemically treated cloths, or other
cleansing solutions. These all could possibly hurt the cabinet.
Cleaning the filter
Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt from the filters
and then rinse thoroughly under running water (no hotter than 40oC).
Dry thoroughly before replacing.
Notice! Never operate the unit without the filters.
End of season storage
• Drain any water in the unit before completely operating the unit on ventilation only
mode for a few hours, to thoroughly dry the inside.
• Clean or change the filter
• Unplug and store the power cord on the cord hanger.
• Replace in the original carton or cover for storage.

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.FAULT CHECK LIST
The air conditioner does not run
! Is the air conditioner plugged in?
! Is there a power failure?
! Is the ‘full water’ indicator flashing?
! Is the room temperature below the set
temperature?
The machine seems to do little
! Is there direct sunshine? (Please put down the
curtain.)
! Are too many windows or doors open?
! Are there too many people in the room?
! Is there something in the room producing lots
of heat?
The machine seems to do nothing.
! Is the filter dusty, contaminated?
! Is the air intake or output blocked up?
! Is the room temperature below your selected
temperature?
Too noisy
! Is the machine positioned unevenly so as to
create vibration?
! Is the floor underneath the machine uneven?
The compressor doesn’t run.
! Is so, it is possible the overheat protection of
the compressor is on. Just wait for the
temperature to drop.
☆ Never try to repair or dismantle the unit yourself
WARRANTY
For all warranty claims please return to place of purchase. If unit is deemed to be
faulty it will be replaced during the 24 month warranty period.

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For any queries or assistance call
Customer Service
(Australia Only)
1300 174 876
Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm EST
IMPORTANT: RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE.
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