Impecca Ipah-12k User manual

Impecca Portable Air Conditioner

Users Manual

IPAC-12K—12,000 BTU portable A/C

IPAH-12K—12,000 BTU H&C portable A/C

IPAC-14K—14,000 BTU portable A/C

IPAH-14K—14,000 BTU H&C portable A/C

Table of Contents:

– Introduction ..................................................................................... p.1

– Safety Precautions................................................................................ p.1

– What’s In The Box................................................................................. p.2

– Installation Accessory Kit Items ................................................................... p.2

– Specications & Warnings ........................................................................ p.3

– Environmental Operating Conditions ............................................................. p.3

– Device parts identication........................................................................ p.4

– Installation Instructions........................................................................... p.5

– Energy Conservation Tips......................................................................... p.6

– Operating Panel Overview........................................................................ p.8

– Operating Instructions ........................................................................... p.9

– Additional Features..............................................................................p.10

– Basic Error Codes & Solutions ....................................................................p.10

– Troubleshooting ................................................................................p.11

– Contact Support ................................................................................p.11

– Care instructions ................................................................................p.12

Regulatory Warnings:

DISPOSAL:

Do not dispose this product as unsorted municipal waste. Collection of such waste separately for special

treatment is necessary.

It is prohibited to dispose of this appliance in domestic household waste.

For disposal, there are several possibilities:

A) The municipality has established collection systems, where electronic waste can be disposed of at

least free of charge to the user.

B) When buying a new product, the retailer will take back the old product at least free of charge.

C) The manufacturer will take back the old appliance for disposal at least free of charge to the user.

D) As old products contain valuable resources, they can be sold to scrap metal dealers.

Wild disposal of waste in forests and landscapes endangers your health when hazardous substances leak

into ground-water and nd their way into the food chain.

CAUTION:

• 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 the appliance.

INTRODUCTION:

Congratulations on your purchase of an IMPECCA™ Electronic Controlled Portable Air Conditioner. Before

using this product, it is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the features, functions, and opera-

ting procedures described in this manual. Inside you will nd many helpful hints on how to use and maintain

your air conditioner properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and

money over the lifespan of your air conditioner. You will nd many answers to common problems in the

chart of troubleshooting tips.

FEATURES AT A GLANCE:

• Quiet Operation • Ion Filter (select models)

• Energy Saver Function • Sleep mode

• Remote Control with LED • Eco-Friendly Refrigerant

• Remote Personal Temperature Sensor (select models)

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

To prevent injury and/or property damage, please familiarize yourself with the following instructions

and safety precautions. Failure to comply with the instructions and cautions mentioned in this manual may

cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classied by the following indications:

IMPORTANT:

• Always contact an authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.

• This air conditioner is not intended for use by young children or elderly persons without supervision.

• Young children should be advised not to operate the air conditioner.

• If the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work should only be performed by certied or autho-

rized technicians.

• All electrical work must be performed in accordance with the national wiring standards and should only

be performed by authorized personnel.

NOTE: Due to slight modications in production, the instructions, features, and/or descriptions found in this

manual might vary slightly from your product.

SAVE TIME AND MONEY!

If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips rst, you may not need to call for service at all.

⚠ WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of serious injury or death.

⚠ CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury and/or damage to property.

⊘Never do this.

⍟Always do this.

WHAT’S IN THE BOX:

Please verify your box for the following items. Note that some models may not include all items.

1. Air Conditioning Unit

2. Remote control (may dier from photo)

3. User’s Guide

4. Remote control user’s guide

5. Installation kit (see details below)

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❸&❹

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INSTALLATION ACCESSORY KIT ITEMS:

Your model may not include some optional mounting accessories, as noted by the symbol *. Illustrations

may vary slightly from actual appearance of product.

PART (for illustration only, may not be identical) PART DESCRIPTION: QUANTITY INCLUDED:

Exhaust hose and adapter A

–OR– adapter B 1 set

Wall Exhaust Adapter A* 1 piece (optional)

Round Mouth Adapter B* 1 piece (optional)

Expansion Plug & Wooden Screw* 4 pieces (optional)

Foam Seal 3 pieces

Remote Controller

& Battery 1 piece

Drain hose and adapter* 1 piece (optional)

Avoid damaging your new appliance! If required accessories are missing, please contact technical support.

SPECIFICATIONS & WARNINGS:

Carefully review all of these specications and warnings BEFORE operating your air conditioner unit. Failure

to do so may cause damage, injury, or bodily harm including permanent disability and/or death.

WARNING FOR YOUR SAFETY

• Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors/liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Avoid re hazard or electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug.

Do not remove any prong from the power cord.

WARNING ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

• Be sure your electrical wiring is adequate for the model you have chosen. This information can be found

on the serial plate, which is located on the side of the cabinet and behind the grille.

• Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and re hazards, proper grounding

is important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against

shock hazards.

• Your air conditioner must be connected to a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall receptacle

you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a

qualied electrician install the proper receptacle.

• Ensure the receptacle is accessible after the unit installation.

ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING CONDITIONS:

The air conditioner must be operated within the temperature ranges indicated below:

MODE ROOM TEMPERATURE

COOLING F: 62° to 95° | C: 17° to 35°

FAN OR DEHUMIDIFYING F: 55° to 95° | C: 13° to 35°

HEATING (heat pump models) F: 62° to 88° | C: 5° to 30°

HEATING (electrical heating models) F: under 88° | C: under 30°

⍟ ALWAYS DO THIS! ⍟

• 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. If unit

is in contact with liquid, unplug immediately.

• Always transport your air conditioner in a vertical position

and stand on a stable, level surface during use.

• Turn o the product when not in use.

• Always contact a qualied person to carry out repairs. If

the supply cord is damaged, it must be repaired by a qual-

ied repairer.

• Keep an air path of at least 12”(30cm) all around the unit

from walls, furniture and curtains.

• If the air conditioner is knocked over during use, turn o

the unit and unplug immediately.

⊘ NEVER DO THIS! ⊘

• Do not operate your air conditioner in a wet room such as

a bathroom or laundry room.

• Do not touch the unit with wet or damp hands or when

barefoot.

• Do not press the buttons on the control panel with any-

thing other than your ngers.

• Do not remove any xed 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 grille.

• Do not use hazardous chemicals to clean or come into

contact with the unit. Do not use the unit in the presence

of ammable substances or vapors such as alcohol, insecti-

cides, petrol, etc.

• Do not allow children to operate the unit unsupervised.

• Do not use this product for functions other than those

described in this instruction manual.

DEVICE PARTS IDENTIFICATION:

FRONT PANEL:

REAR PANEL:

1) Operation panel

2) Horizontal blade (swing automatically)

3) Rolling casters

4) Carrying handles (both sides)

5) Upper air lter (Behind the grille)

6) Upper air intake

7) Air outlet

8) Drain outlet (only for heat pump model)

9) Power cord outlet

10) Power cord buckle (Used only when

storing the unit)

11) Bottom tray drain outlet

12) Power plug socket

(Use only when storing the unit)

13) Lower air lter (Behind the grille)

14) Lower air intake

15) Drain outlet

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Carefully review all of these instructions BEFORE proceeding to install and operate your air conditioner unit.

Failure to do so may cause damage, injury, or bodily harm including permanent disability and/or death.

LOCATION:

• The air conditioner should be placed on a rm foundation to minimize noise and virbration. For safe and

secure positioning, place the unit on a smooth, level oor strong enough to support the unit.

• The unit has casters to aid placement, but it should only be rolled on smooth, at surfaces. Use caution

when rolling on carpet surfaces. Do not attempt to roll the unit over objects.

• The unit must be placed within reach of a properly rated grounded socket.

• Never place any obstacles around the air inlet or outlet of the unit.

• Allow 1 to 3 feet (30cm to 100cm) of space from the wall with for ecient air-conditioning and prevent

overheating.

EXHAUST HOSE INSTALLATION:

The exhaust hose and adaptor must be installed or removed in accordance with the usage mode.

INSTALLED—Cooling, heat pump, or auto mode

REMOVED—Heating (electric), fan or dehumidify mode

1. Install the adapter A or adapter B onto the exhaust hose as shown in

Figure A or Figure B.

2. Resert the hook of the Exhaust hose into the hole seat of the air

outlet and slide down the Exhaust hose along the arrow direction

for installation. (see Figure C)

The exhaust hose can be installed into the wall (not applicable to units

without adaptor A, expansion plugs and wood screw accessories).

1. Prepare a hole in the wall. Install the wall exhaust adaptor A onto the

exterior/outdoor wall using the 4 expansion plugs and wooden screws.

Be sure to fasten securely. (see Figure D)

2. Attach the Exhaust hose to wall Exhaust adaptor A.

NOTE: Cover the exhaust hole using the adaptor cap when not in use.

The exhaust hose can becompressed or extended moderately according to

installation requirements, but it is preferable to shorten the hose to desired

length.

IMPORTANT: DO NOT OVERBEND OR KINK THE EXHAUST HOSE (see Figure E)

CAUTION EXHAUST PORT

Make sure that there are no obstacles within 18”or 50cm around the exhaust

outlet in order for the exhaust system to work properly.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED:

WATER DRAINAGE:

Certain functions of your air conditioning unit create condensation and must evacuate accumulated water.

Please carefully follow these instructions according to your operating and usage conditions.

DEHUMIDIFYING MODE: Remove the upper drain plug from the back of the

unit, install the drain connector (5/8 universal female mender) with 3/4”hose

(available in local hardware stores). For the models without a drain connector,

simply attach the drain hose to the hole. Place the open end of the hose adap-

tor directly over the drain area in your basement oor. (see Figure F)

HEAT PUMP MODE: Remove the lower drain plug from the back of the unit,

install the drain connector (5/8”universal female mender) with standard

3/4”hose (available in local hardware stores). For the models without drain

connector, just attach the drain hose to the hole. Place the open end of the

hose adaptor directly over the drain area in your basement oor. (see Figure

G).

NOTE: Make sure the hose is secure so there are no leaks. Direct the hose to-

ward the drain, making sure that there are no kinks that will stop water ow.

Place the end of the hose into the drain and make sure the end of the hose is

down to let the water ow smoothly. (see Figures F, G, & H). Do not lift up the

hose to cause drainage to fall back in. (see Figure I).

When the water level of the bottom tray reaches a predetermined level, the unit

beeps 8 times, the digital display area shows error P1. At this time the air condition-

ing/dehumidication process will immediately stop. However, the fan motor will

continue to operate (this is normal).

Carefully move the unit to a drain location, remove the bottom drain plug and let the

water drain away (see Figure J). Reinstall the bottom drain plug and restart the ma-

chine until the P1 symbol disappears. If the error repeats, call for service.

NOTE: Be sure to reinstall the bottom drain plug before using the unit.

$$$ SAVE & CONSERVE ENERGY

• Use the unit in the recommended room size.

• Locate the unit where furniture cannot obstruct the air ow.

• Keep blinds/curtains closed during the sunniest part of the day.

• Keep the lters clean.

• Keep doors and windows closed to keep cool air in and warm air out

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:

WINDOW SLIDER KIT INSTALLATION OPTIONAL:

Your window slider kit has been designed to t most standard vertical

and horizontal window applications, However, it may be necessary for

you to improvise/modify some aspects of the installation procedures for

certain types of windows. Please refer to Figure K & Figure L for minimum

and maximum window openings. Window slider kit can be xed with a

bolt (see Figure M).

WINDOW SLIDER SIZING CHART

Use the following chart to determine minimum and maximum gap sizes

for exhaust installation within windows. If the window opening is shorter

than the noted minimum length of the window slider kit, cut the slider

kit to the appropriate length. NEVER cut the kit shorter than the hole.

A a B b

Type I 67.5 cm 2.22 ft. 123 cm 4.04 ft

Type II 56.2 cm 1.84 ft. 98.2 cm 3.22 ft

• A columns correpsond to minimum size

• B columns correspond to maximum size

INSTALLATION IN A DOUBLEHUNG SASH WINDOW:

1. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper length and attach it to the window

stool. (see Figure N)

2. Attach the window slider kit to the window stool. Adjust the length of the window

slider kit according to the width of window, shorten the adjustable window kit

if the width of window is less than 26.5 (Type I) or 22.1 (Type II) inches Open the

window sash and place the window slider kit on the window stool. (see Figure O)

3. Cut the foam seal(adhesive type) to the proper length

and attach it on the top of the window. (see Figure P)

4. Close the window sash securely against the window.

5. Cut the foam seal to an appropriate length and seal the open gap between the

top window sash and outer window sash. (see Figure Q)

INSTALLATION IN A SLIDING SASH WINDOW:

1. Cut the foam seal(adhesive type) to the proper length and attach it to the window frame. (see Figure R)

2. Attach the window slider kit to the window stool. Adjust the length of the window slider kit according to

the width of window, shorten the adjustable window kit if the width of window is less than 26.5 (Type I)

or 22.1 (Type II) inches. Open the window sash and place the window slider kit on the window stool.

(see Figure S)

3. Cut the foam seal (adhesive type) to the proper length

and attach it on the top of the window. (see Figure T)

4. Close the sliding sash securely against the window.

5. Cut the foam seal to an appropriate length and sea the open gap between the top window sash and

outer window sash. (see Figure U)

FRONT PANEL OVERVIEW:

The following diagram and legend shows the functions of the front operating panel. Some functions are

only available on select models.

1) Power Function

2) Sleep button

3) Fan/Ion* Button

Control fan speed between low, medium, high and auto.

Press and hold for 3 seconds to enable/disable the ion air

purication feature.

4) Up (+) and Down (–) Buttons

Use to increase or decrease temperature.To change between

degree display in F or C, press and hold both + and – buttons

simultaneously for 3 seconds.

5) Mode selector button

Alternate between Auto, Cool, Dry, Fan & Heat modes

6) Timer button

Activate the unit for a set period of time, increased and

decreased using the + and – buttons

7) Swing button

Activate the swing feature and/or stop the directional blade in

its position manually.

8) LED display

Displays the set temp., in fan/dry mode displays actual temp.

9) Follow Me indicator light*

Function activated via remote control ONLY–Follow Me

functionality is only available on select units.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:

COOLING operation

• Press the“MODE” button until the “COOL” indica-

tor light comes on.

• Press the ADJUST buttons“+” or “ -“ to select your

desired room temperature. The temperature can

be set within a range of 17°C-30°C/62°F-88°F.

• Press the“FAN SPEED”button to choose fan speed.

HEATING operation

• Press the“MODE” button until the “HEAT” indica-

tor light comes on.

• Press the ADJUST buttons“+” or “ -“ to select your

desired room temperature. The temperature can

be set within a range of 17°C-30°C/62°F-88°F.

• Press the“FAN SPEED” button to choose the fan

speed. For some models, the fan speed can not

be adjusted under HEAT mode.

• Press the“MODE” button until the “DRY”indicator

light comes on.

• Under this mode, you cannot select a fan speed

or adjust the temperature. The fan motor oper-

ates at LOW speed.

• Keep windows and doors closed for the best

dehumidifying eect.

• Do not connect the duct to window.

AUTO operation

• When you set the air conditioner in AUTO mode,

it will automatically select cooling, heating(cool-

ing only models without), or fan only operation

depending on what temperature you have select-

ed and the room temperature.

• The air conditioner will control room temperature

automatically round the temperature point set by

you.

• Under AUTO mode, you can not select the fan speed.

FAN operation

• Press the“MODE” button until the “FAN “ indicator

light comes on.

• Press the“FAN SPEED” button to choose the fan

speed. The temperature cannot be adjusted.

• Do not connect the duct to window.

TIMER operation

• When the unit is on, press the

• Timer button will initiate the Auto-o stop pro-

gram, the TIMER OFF indicator light illuminates.

Press the UP or down button to select the de-

sired time. Press the TIMER button again within 5

seconds, the Auto-on start program is initiated.

And the TIMER ON indicator light illuminates.

Press the up or down button to select the desired

Auto-on start time.

• When the unit is o, press the Timer button to

initiate the Auto-on start program,press it again

within ve seconds will initiate the Auto-o stop

program.

• Press or hold the UP or DOWN button to change

the Auto time by 0.5 hour increments, up to 10

hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours.

Thecontrol willcountdown the time remaining

until start.

• The system will automatically revert back to dis-

play the previous temperature setting if there is

no operation in a ve seconds period.

• Turning the unit ON or OFF at any time or adjust-

ing the timer setting to 0.0 will cancel the Auto

Start/ Stop timer program.

• When the malfunction (E1,E2,E3 or E4) occurs,

the Auto Start/Stop timed program will also be

cancelled.

SLEEP operation

• Press this button, the selected temperature

will increase (cooling) or decrease (heating) by

1°C/2°F after 30 minutes. The temperature will

then increase (cooling) or decrease (heating) by

another 1°C/2°F after an additional 30 minutes.

• The new temperature will be maintained for 7

hours before it returns to the originally select-

ed temperature. This ends Sleep mode and the

unit will continue to operate as originally pro-

grammed.

• NOTE: This feature is unavailabe under FAN or

DRY mode.

ADDITIONAL FEATURES:

FOLLOW ME Feature:

• NOTE:This feature can be activated from the

remote control ONLY. The remote control acts

as a remote thermostat allowing for the precise

temperature control at its location.

• To activate the Follow Me/Temp Sensing feature,

point the remote control towards the unit and

press the Follow Me/Temp Sensing button. The

remote display is actual temperature at its loca-

tion. The remote control will send this signal to

the air conditioner every 3 minutes interval until

press the Follow Me/Temp Sensing button again.

• If the unit does not receive the Follow Me/Temp

Sensing signal during any 7 minutes interval, the

unit will beep to indicate the Follow Me/Temp

Sensing mode has ended.

Auto Restart

• If the unit breaks ounexpectedly due to the

power cut, it will restart with the previous func-

tion setting automatically when the power

resumes.

Self Protection

• After the unit has stopped, it can not restart oper-

ation for 3 minutes following shut down. This is

to protect the unit. Operation will automatically

resume after 3 minutes has elapsed.

Air ow direction adjustment

• The directional blade can be adjusted automati-

cally.

• Adjust the air ow direction automatically

• When the Power is ON, the blade opens fully.

• Press the SWING button on the panel or remote

controller to initiate the Auto swing feature.

• The blade willl swing up and down automatically.

• Press the SWING button again to block the blade

in a xed direction.

• NOTE: Please do not adjust the blade manually.

BASIC ERROR CODES:

Use the following guidelines to understand and troubleshoot common error codes.

E1: Room temperature sensor error.

• Unplug the unit and plug it back in.

• If error repeats, call for service.

E2: Evaporator temperature sensor error

• Unplug the unit and plug it back in.

• If error repeats, call for service.

E3: Condenser temperature sensor error

• Unplug the unit and plug it back in.

• If error repeats, call for service.

E4: Display panel communication error

• Unplug the unit and plug it back in.

• If error repeats, call for service.

P1: Bottom condensation tray is full

• Connect the drain hose and drain the collected water away.

• Note that frequent draining may be required, especially in humid climates

and during seasonal weather changes.

• If protection repeats after draining, call for service.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS:

Problem Possible Causes Remedies

Unit does not start when

pressing on/o button

P1 appears in the display window Drain the water in the bottom tray

Room temperature is lower than

the set temperature (cool mode) Reset the temperature

Room not cool enough

The windows or doors in the room

are not closed

Make sure all the windows and

doors are closed

There are heat sources inside the

room

Remove the heat sources

if possible

Exhaust air duct is not connected or

blocked

Connect the duct and make sure

it can function properly

Temperature setting is too high Decrease the set temperature

Air lter is blocked by dust Clean the air lter

Machine noisy or vibrates The ground is not level or not at

enough

Place the unit on a at, level

surface if possible

Gurgling noises

The sound comes from the owing

of the refrigerant inside the air

conditioner unit

This noise is normal

Power shuts o in heating mode

The automatic overheat protection

function kicks in. When the tem-

perature at the aur outlet exceeds

158°F/70°C, the device will automa-

tically shut o.

Switch on again after the unit has

cooled o.

Impecca customer support can be contacted in the following methods:

• Online 24/7: www.impeccausa.com

• By e-mail: ser[email protected]

• By phone: +1 888.918.3456

CONTACT SUPPORT:

CARE & MAINTENANCE:

IMPORTANT:

1) Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing.

2) Do not use gasoline, thinner or other chemicals to clean

the unit.

3) Do not wash the unit directly under a tap or using a hose.

It may cause electrical danger.

4) If the power cord is damaged, it should be repaired by

manufacture or its agency.

AIR FILTER CLEANING:

Clean the air lter at least once every two weeks to prevent

inferior fan operation because of dust.

REMOVAL: This unit has two lters. Take the upper lter out

along the the arrow direction (Figure 1), then take the lter

down. Remove the lower lter by loosening the screw, taking

out the lter as shown in (Figure 1).

CLEANING: Wash the air lter by immersing it gently in warm

water (about 40°C/104°F) with a neutral detergent. Rinse the

lter and dry it in a shady place.

MOUNTING: Install the upper air lter after cleaning , and

install the lower lter by using the screw (see Figure 2).

UNIT ENCLOSURE:

Use a lint-free cloth soaked with neutral detergent to clean

the unit enclosure. Finish by wiping with a dry clean cloth.

BEFORE STORING OR NOT USING A UNIT

FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME:

Remove the rubber plug at the back of the unit and attach a

hose to drain outlet. Place the open end of the hose directly

over the drain area in your basement oor.

(see Figures F, G, H and I on page 6)

Remove the plug from the bottom drain outlet, all the water

in the bottom tray would drain out (see Figure J on page 6)

Keep the appliance running on FAN mode for half a day in

a warm room to dry the appliance inside and prevent mold

from forming.

Stop the appliance and unplug it, wrapped the cord and bun-

dle it with the tape (Figure 3). Clean the air lter and reinstall

it (see above). Remove batteries from the remote controller.

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