Hydrofarm ACTIVE AIR ACAN12 User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
ACAN12
PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER
VENDOR DIRECT WARRANTY. DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER. SEE WARRANTY INFO ON BACK PAGE.

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PARTS LIST
1. Control panel
2. Horizontal louvre blade
(swing automacally)
3. Handle (both sides)
4. Caster
5. Upper air lter
(behind the grille)
6. Upper air intake
7. Drain outlet
8. Air Outlet
9. Lower air lter
10. Lower air intake
11. Power cord outlet
12. Power cord buckle
13. Power plug socket
14. Boom tray drain outlet
15. Vent control
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OVERVIEW
NOTE: If your product is not working properly - DO NOT return this product to the store where you
purchased it.

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ELECTRONIC CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
OPERATING CONDITIONS
OPERATION PANEL OF THE AIR CONDITIONER
NOTE: The control is capable of displaying temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius.
To convert from one to the other, press and hold the UP and DOWN buons at the same me for
3 seconds.
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MODE ROOM TEMPERATURE
COOL
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ENERGY SAVING TIPS
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• Locate the unit where furniture cannot
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• Keep doors and windows closed to keep

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Error Codes and Protecon Code:
E1
E2
E4
P1
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
COOL OPERATION
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within a range of 17
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AUTO OPERATION
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FAN OPERATION
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DRY OPERATION
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TIMER OPERATION
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SLEEP OPERATION
NOTE: This feature is unavailable under FAN or DRY mode.
OTHER FEATURES
Auto-Restart
Wait 3 minutes before resuming operaon
Air ow direcon adjustment
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Locaon
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enough to
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• Never place any obstacles around the air inlet or outlet of
• Allow 12""

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TOOLS NEEDED
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• Knife or scissors
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ACCESSORIES
Part Description
2 pc
2 pc
2 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
1 pc
2 pc
2 pc
1 set
1 set
Unit Adaptor
Window Slider Adaptor
Window Slider A
Window Slider B
Exhaust Hose
Bolt
Foam Seal A (Adhesive)
Foam Seal B (Adhesive)
Foam Seal C (Non-adhesive)
Security Bracket and 2 Screws
Drain Hose
Quantity
Remote Controller and Battery
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MOD E
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WINDOW INSTALLATION KIT
Step One:
Step Two:
Step Three:
2 Unit adaptors 2 Window slider
adaptors
2 Exhaust hoses 2 Exhaust hose
assemblies
Window slider A Window slider B
Bolt
Hook
Adaptor Adaptor
Hole Seat
Hook
Groove
Make sure the each adaptor is
inserted into the groove of
the each air outlet.

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SLIDING WINDOW INSTALLATION
NOTE: Once the Exhaust Hose assembly and
Adjustable Window Slider are prepared,
choose from one of the following two instal-
laon methods.
HUNG WINDOW INSTALLATION
seal between the glass and the window
Foam seal B
(Adhesive type-shorter)
Foam seal A
(Adhesive type)
2 Screws
Security Bracket
Foam seal B
(Adhesive type-shorter)
Foam seal A
(Adhesive type)
Window slider A
Window slider B
(if required)
Window slider A
Window slider B
(if required)
Foam seal C
(Non-adhesive type)

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seal between the glass and the window
NOTE: To ensure proper funcon, DO NOT over-
extend or bend the hose. Make sure that there is
no obstacle around the air outlet of the exhaust
hose (in the range of 20") in order to the exhaust
system works properly. All the illustraons in this
manual are for explanaon purpose only. Your air
condioner may be slightly dierent. The actual
shape shall prevail.
Foam seal C
(Non-adhesive type)
2 Screws
Security
Bracket
Cut the non-adhesive foam
seal C strip to match the
window height. Insert the foam
seal between the glass and the
window frame to prevent air
and insects from getting into
the room.
VENT CONTROL FEATURE
The Vent Control is located at the back of the air
WATER DRAINAGE
NOTE: For the double-duct design, the water
drainage is not needed during cooling opera-
on. If performing above water drainage dur-
ing cooling operaon, the cooling eciency will
be reduced.
service.
CLOSE
OPEN

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NOTE: Be sure to reinstall the boom drain
plug rmly to prevent leakage before using
the unit.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
• Always unplug the unit before cleaning or
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CLEAN THE AIR FILTER:
• Be sure to clean the air filter every 2 weeks
• The water collection tray should be drained
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periodically wipe down the grill to prevent
CLEAN THE UNIT:
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PREPARING UNIT FOR LONG TERM STORAGE:
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according to the instructions in the following
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• Clean the air filter according to the
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SAFETY & PRECAUTIONS
• This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of
the appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved. Do not allow children
to play with or on the appliance. Cleaning
and user maintenance should not be done by
children without supervision.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service
agent or similarly qualified persons in order
to avoid a hazard.
• The appliance shall be installed in
Uper air filter
(take out)
Lower air filter
(take out)
Remove the
upper drain plug
√
Continuous
drain hose

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SUGGESTED REMEDIES
Unit does not turn on when pressing
ON/OFF buon
P1 Error Code
Unit does not cool well
blocked
reconnect the hose
The unit is low on refrigerant Call a service technician to inspect
are open
are closed
There are heat sources inside the
possible
The unit is noisy and vibrates too
much
The ground is not level
The unit makes a gurgling sound
refrigerant inside the unit
accordance with national wiring regulations.
• Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet
room such as a bathroom or laundry room.
• Contact the authorized service technician for
repair or maintenance of this unit.
• 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 immediately if any contact
with water occurs.
• Always transport your air conditioner in a
vertical position and set it on a stable, level
surface during use.
• Turn off the product when not in use.
• Always contact a qualified person to carry
out repairs.
• Keep an air space of at least 12"/30 cm all
around the unit away from walls, furniture
and curtains.
• If the air conditioner is knocked over during
use, turn off the unit and unplug from the
power supply immediately.
• Do not touch the unit with wet or damp
hands or when barefoot.
• Do not press the buttons on the control panel
with anything other than your fingers.
• Do not remove any fixed covers. 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.
Always use the switch on the control panel.
• 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 flammable
substances or vapors such as alcohol,
insecticides, gasoline, etc.
• Do not use this product for functions other
than those described in this instruction
manual.
• Unit must remain upright at all times, even
during transportation and storage. If the unit
has been tipped on its side it must remain
upright for 24 hours before use. Failure to do
so can cause permanent damage.

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FUNCTION BUTTONS
How to Use Basic Funcons
ON/OFF
Turns the unit on or off
MODE
Scrolls through operaon
modes as follows:
AUTOgCOOLgDRYg
HEATgFAN
FAN SPEED
Selects fan speeds in
the following order:
AUTOgLOWg
MEDgHIGH
SLEEP
Saves energy during
sleeping hours
TEMPp
Increases temperate in
1˚F/1˚C increments. Max.
temperature is 86˚F/30˚C.
TEMPq
Decreases temperate in
1˚F/1˚C increments. Min.
temperature is 62˚F/17˚C.
TIMER ON
Sets mer to turn unit
on (see How to Use
Basic Funcons for
instrucons)
TIMER OFF
Sets mer to turn unit
off (see How to Use
Basic Funcons for
instrucons)
SWING
Starts and stops louver movement
LED
Turns indoor unit s LED
display on and off.
If you are sensive to
light when you go to
sleep, you can press the
LED buon to turn off
the LED display on the
unit. Press the buon
again to turn it back on.
SHORTCUT
Sets and acvates your
favorite pre-sengs
NOTE: Please do not select
HEAT mode if the machine you
purchased is cooling only type.
Heat mode is not supported by
the cooling only appliance.
ACAN12 REMOTE CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS

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HANDLING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER
NOT SURE WHAT A FUNCTION DOES? Refer to
the How to Use Basic Funcons and How to
Use Advanced Funcons
SPECIAL NOTE
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• When there are wide differences between
USER’S
MANUAL
description of USER’S MANUAL
INSERTING AND REPLACING BATTERIES
BATTERY NOTES
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if you don t plan on using the device for
BATTERY DISPOSAL
TIPS FOR USING REMOTE CONTROL
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can interfere with the infrared signal
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Figure 1

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MODE display
Displays the current
mode, including:
AUTO
COOL
DRY
HEAT
FAN
ON/OFF display
Appears when the unit is turned on,
and disappears when it is turned off
TIMER ON display
Displays when TIMER
ON is set
TIMER OFF display
Displays when TIMER
OFF is set
SLEEP display
Battery display
Displays when
SLEEP function
FAN SPEED display
Displays selected FAN SPEED:
HIGH, MED,
or LOW
This display is blank when
set to AUTO speed or DRY mode.
Temperature/Timer display
Displays the set temperature by default, or timer setting
when using TIMER ON/OFF functions
Temperature range: 62-86°F/17-30°C
Timer setting range: 0-24 hours
This display is blank when operating in FAN mode.
Low battery
detection
TRANSMISSION INDICATOR
Lights up when remote sends
signal to unit
SETTING TEMPERATURE
AUTO OPERATION
Press the MODEAUTO
COOLFANHEAT or DRY
Press the MODE
TempÃor TempÄ
Press the ON/OFF
NOTE: FAN SPEED can t be set in Auto mode.
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ON /OFF
TEMP
SHORT
CUT
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OFF
MODE
FAN
SLEEP LED
SWING
HOW TO USE THE BASIC FUNCTIONS
REMOTE LCD SCREEN INDICATORS

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COOL OPERATION
Press the MODE
COOL
TempÃor TempÄ
Press the FAN
AUTOLOWMEDHIGH
Press the ON/OFF
DRY OPERATION(DEHUMIDIFYING)
Press the MODEDRY
TempÃor TempÄ
Press the ON/OFF
NOTE: FAN SPEED can t be changed in DRY
mode.
FAN OPERATION
Press the MODEFAN
Press FAN
AUTOLOWMED or HIGH
Press the ON/OFF
NOTE: You can t set temperature in FAN
mode. As a result, your remote controls LCD
screen will not display temperature.
SETTING THE TIMER
TIMER ON
TIMER OFF
TIMER ON FUNCTION
Press the TIMER ON
NOTE: This number indicates the amount of
me aer the current me that you want the
unit to turn on. For example, if you set TIMER
ON for 2 hours, “2.0h“ will appear on the
screen, and the unit will turn on aer 2 hours.
Press the TIMER ON
1
3
2
4
ON /OF F
TEMP
SHORT
CUT
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OFF
MODE
FAN
SLEEP LED
SWING
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SHORT
CUT
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OFF
MODE
FAN
LED
SLEEP SWING

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TIMER ON
TIMER OFF FUNCTION
The TIMER OFF
Press the TIMER OFF
NOTE: This number indicates the amount of
me aer the current me that you want the
unit to turn o. For example, if you set TIMER
OFF for 2 hours, “2.0h“ will appear on the
screen, and the unit will turn o aer 2 hours.
Press the TIMER OFF
TIMER OFF
NOTE:
Seng both TIMER ON and TIMER OFF at the
same me
DO THE FOLLOWING:
FAN
CUT
TIMER OF
F
SLEEP
TIMER ON TIMER ON
FAN
CUT
TIMER OF
F
SLEEP
TIMER OFF TIMER OFF
EXAMPLE: EXAMPLE:
ON/O FF
TE M P
SHORT
CUT
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OFF
MODE
FAN
SLEEP LED
Timer ON
SWING
Connue to press
TIMER ON or TIMER
OFF unl desired
me is reached.

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TEMP
Your remote display
Timer is setToturn ON
6 hours from current time
Timer is set to turn OFF
8 hours from current time
Current
time 1PM 2PM 3PM 4PM 5PM 6PM 7PM 8PM 9PM
Timer starts Unit turns Unit turns
ON OFF
6 hours later
8 hours later
Timer ON
Timer OFF

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SLEEP FUNCTION
The SLEEP
NOTE: The SLEEP funcon is no available in
Fan or Dry Mode.
SWING FUNCTION
SHORTCUT FUNCTION
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if push the SHORTCUT
operate on AUTO
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to the previous settings including operating
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HOW TO USE THE ADVANCED FUNCTIONS
ON/OFF
TEMP
SHORT
CUT
TIMER
ON
TIMER
OFF
MODE
FAN
LED
SLEEP SWING

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NOTES:
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•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Changes or modifications
not approved by the party responsible for compliance could void suers authority to operate the
equipment

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WARRANTY
When using this air condioner in European countries, the following direcves must be
followed:
DISPOSAL:
Disposal of electronic waste in forests and landscapes endangers human and animal health
when hazardous substances leak into the ground water and nd their way into the food chain.
ACAN12 Instrucons: revised - January 19, 2017 4:26 PM
VENDOR DIRECT WARRANTY POLICY
POLITIQUE DE GARANTIE DU FOURNISSEUR
POLÍTICA DE GARANTÍA DEL PROVEEDOR
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