Kogan SMARTERHOME KAPRA14WFGA User manual

KOGAN SMARTERHOME™ 4.1KW
PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER
(14,000 BTU, REVERSE CYCLE)
KAPRA14WFGA

Read all of the warnings in this user guide, and retain for future reference.
WARNING: Choking hazard – Small parts and batteries. Not for children.
Use with adult supervision only.
Precautions
•This air-conditioner is intended for household use only. Not suitable for use in
commercial or industrial surroundings.
•This air-conditioner should only be used indoors in a dry environment. Do not use
air-conditioner outdoors under any circumstances.
•Do not place or store objects around the air-conditioner. Air must be able to flow
freely around the unit.
•Do not place anything on top of the air-conditioner.
•Do not operate the air conditioner with wet hands or in a damp environment.
•To clean the air-conditioner, wipe it with a soft cloth. Do not use wax, thinners or
any other cleaning agents.
•Clean the filter regularly. Once every two weeks is recommended.
•Do not drink the water from the condenser that the air-conditioner discharges.
•If you will not be using the air-conditioner for an extended period of time, unplug
the power cord.
•There are no user-serviceable parts inside the air-conditioner. All maintenance
must be done by a Kogan.com technician or a suitably qualified repair service.
Important Safety Tips
•Do not use damaged power cords or plugs. Do not plug the air-conditioner into a
loose power outlet.
•Before use, ensure that the voltage supply matches the requirements of the air-
conditioner.
•Do not attempt to modify or extend the power cord.
•Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This may lead to electric shock.
•When unplugging the power cord, hold the plug itself and remove. Never pull on
the cord itself to unplug an electrical device.
•Do not operate the unit by turning the power supply on or off at the wall, nor by
simply plugging and unplugging the power cord.
SAFETY & WARNINGS
Note:
Handle with care and inspect regularly to ensure product is in good working order.
If this product, power supply cord or plug shows any signs of damage: stop use,
unplug the product and contact Kogan.com support.

•Turn the air-conditioner off before unplugging the unit.
•Do not share a single power outlet with multiple high demand electrical
appliances.
•Keep air-conditioner away from heat sources and keep it out of direct sunlight.
•If the air-conditioner starts to emit a strange noise, odour or smoke, switch the unit
off immediately and disconnect the plug from the power socket. Contact the
Kogan.com customer support team for further information.
•Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
•Do not place fingers or objects into the air outlet.
•Do not allow water to enter the air-conditioner. If water does get into the unit, turn it
off and disconnect the plug from the power socket immediately.
•When cleaning or moving the air-conditioner, turn it off and unplug it.
•Do not allow children to play with the air-conditioner. When children are nearby,
adult supervision is required to ensure they do not play with the unit in any manner.
Usage Notes
•The air-conditioner must be placed on flat even ground and kept vertical to ensure
the normal operation of the compressor.
•There must be at least 50cm of space maintained between the air-conditioner and
surrounding objects/walls.
•Do not use the air-conditioner near fuel or other flammable liquids.
•Do not use aerosol sprays or other solvents near the air-conditioner, as it may cause
plastic deformation or even damage the electrical components of the unit.

1
Handle
2
Air Inlet (Left)
3
Control Panel
4
Air Outlet Louver
5
Caster wheels
OVERVIEW

6
Remote control
7
Air Outlet (Right)
8
Exhaust Air Outlet
9
Water Drainage
Outlet
10
Air Inlet Grille

11
Exhaust Duct Assembly
12
Window Sealing Plate Assembly
Not shown: Drainage pipe

Control Panel & Remote Control Functions
1. POWER button
Press this button to switch the air
conditioning on and off.
2. Automatic Swing Function
While in any mode, press to make the
air guide bars swing automatically.
Guide bars move up and down
exclusively.
3. Air Speed Function
Press to select between high, medium
and low airspeeds.
4. Temperature/Time Up and Down
Adjustment
When operating in cooling mode,
press up or down to set the desired
temperature. When in timing mode,
press to adjust the on/off times.
Pressing the up and down buttons
together at the same time will display
the conversion between Fahrenheit
and Celsius temperatures.
5. Mode Selection
Press to select cool, fan, dry or heat
modes.
6. Time Function
In standby mode, press to set the
start time;
In running mode, press to set the
shutdown time.
7. Temperature/Time Display Window
This displays the temperature and
time information.
8. Remote Control Receiver Window
This small window houses the
receiver for the remote control signals.
9. Celsius/Fahrenheit
Conversion Button

Remote Control batteries:
Insert the batteries correctly before using the remote control.
•Slide the battery cover on the back of the remote control.
•Insert x2 new AAA (DC 1.5 V) batteries, ensuring the polarity (+/-) is correct. Check
the markings on both the batteries and the remote before installing.
•Slide the battery cover back into place.
Note: Only AAA (DC 1.5 V) type batteries may be used. Do not use rechargeable batteries or
other types of batteries.
Always replace both batteries simultaneously. Do not mix old and new batteries.
If the remote control is not used for a long time, the batteries must be removed.
WARNING: Risk of injury! Do not use batteries that leak. Chemicals in
batteries can cause burns or other health hazards. If battery fluid splashes
on skin or clothing, wash it off immediately with clean water. If batteries are
accidentally swallowed, immediately rinse your mouth with clean water and
then contact a hospital for a medical examination.

Installation position
•Place the air-conditioner on a flat floor near a window
•To maintain good air circulation and obtain the optimum air-conditioning
performance, ensure there is 50cm of space around the unit.
Notes on installation
•It is important to keep the exhaust
hose straight. Incorrect installation will
affect the operation of the appliance.
•Make sure that the exhaust hose is not
kinked, twisted or strongly bent.
•Make sure that the exhaust air can
flow unhindered into the exhaust hose.
•The exhaust air hose has a maximum
length of 1.50 m. Keep the distance
between the window and the
appliance as short as possible and
install the exhaust air hose as horizontally as possible.
INSTALLATION
Note:
The exhaust air hose is specially designed for this appliance. Do not replace or modify
the hose.

Installation accessories for window ventilation
Exhaust Duct assembly
Window sealing plate assembly (sliding bar):
Exhaust Joint
Exhaust air hose
Exhaust air hose adapter
Window sealing plate 1
Window sealing plate 2
Bolt

Installation of the window ventilation (For vertical or horizontal sliding window)
1. Measure the window size. Adjust the length of the window sealing plate, making it
to fit the size of the window. Once the length of the window sealing plate is
determined, fix its length into place with the bolt.
2. Mount the window seal on the window.
3. Attach the exhaust pipe assembly (exhaust fitting end) to the exhaust air outlet at
the rear of the appliance by turning it counter-clockwise.

4. Place the exhaust pipe assembly into the window sealing plate assembly, then fix it
in place with screws.
The window ventilation is now completely mounted and the appliance is ready for use.
Drainage Pipe
When the water tank is full please attach the
drainage pipe to the rear of your appliance as
shown in Figure 1.
The drainage hole is 34cm above the ground
(with the wheels attached), so ensure that
the hose does not go above this height at
any point.
For efficient drainage, please keep the hose
heading in a downward slope.
Note:
If using with a hinged window with an angled opening, a hinged window attachment
will be required. This is not included.
Fig 2
Fig 1

Cool mode
•After being powered and turned on to cool mode, the cool mode indicator light will
come on.
•Press the UP or DOWN button to adjust the desired temperature (17°C – 30°C).
•Press the SPEED button to select high, medium or low speed.
Fan mode
•Press the MODE button to select fan mode, and the fan indicator light will
illuminate.
•Press the SPEED button to select high, medium or low air speed. The temperature
cannot be set in this mode.
Dry mode
•Select dry mode by pressing the MODE button, and the dry indicator light will
illuminate.
•As shown in the picture below, remove the plug from the water drainage outlet and
insert a drainage hose (not included). Put the other end of the hose into a container
or into a drain.
•When entering the dry mode, if the room temperature is higher than 15°C, the
compressor will start to work. When the room temperature drops below 13°C, the
compressor will stop. If the room temperature rises up above 15°C again, the
compressor will restart (the restarting of the compressor will be limited by the 3-
minute delay protection function).
•In dry mode, the fan will run in low speed by default, and the airspeed is not
adjustable.
•Temperature cannot be set.
OPERATION
Note:
It is recommended to remove the exhaust air hose in dehumidification mode.
Otherwise, dehumidification may not work properly or the full water tank (“FL") alarm
will flash on the display.

Heat mode
•Select heat mode by pressing the MODE button, then the heat mode indicator
light should illuminate.
•Press the UP or DOWN buttons to adjust the desired temperature (17°C ~ 30°C).
•Press the SPEED button to select high, medium or low speed.
Timer
•In standby mode, press the TIMER button to program the timer start time. Press
the Up and Down buttons to set a delay time (0-24 hours). The TIMER indicator
lights up. Once the entered time has elapsed, the appliance will start
automatically.
•During operation, press the TIMER button to program the timer end time. Press the
Up and Down buttons to set the timer running time (0-24 hours). The TIMER
indicator lights up. Once the entered time has elapsed, the appliance switches off
automatically.

Install App
Download the “Kogan SmarterHome” app from the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS).
Register
If you do not have a Kogan SmarterHome™ account, register or sign in with a verification
code sent by SMS.
To register:
1. Tap to enter registration page.
2. The system automatically recognises your country/area. You can also select your
country code manually. Enter your email address and tap ‘Next.’
3. Alternatively, you can select ‘Register by mobile number’ and enter the verification
code sent to you by SMS.
4. Create a profile on the next page to define your location and room.
CONNECT TO SMARTERHOME™ APP

Set device in pairing mode
When the air conditioner is first turned on, it may automatically enter pairing mode (the WiFi
light will be flashing rapidly).
If not automatically in pairing mode when powered on, you can manually set the air
conditioner in pairing mode by holding the SPEED button on the control panel for 5 seconds
until the Wi-Fi indicator light begins flashing rapidly.
Add device through network
5. Once registered, tap “+” in the upper right corner of the app’s home page to add a
new device through the network.
6. Select the product type from the list of options in the app (Heating & Cooling > Air
Conditioners).
7. Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the WiFi indicator light flashing
rapidly, and tap “Confirm light is rapidly flashing”.

8. Upon successfully confirming pairing mode, enter your Wi-Fi details. It is important
that your SmarterHome™ device and the app are connected to the same Wi-Fi
network during setup.
9. The device will commence the pairing process and connect to the app. Ensure your
Wi-Fi router, mobile phone, and the SmarterHome™ device are kept close until
connection is complete.
10. After successfully being added, you will have the option to rename the device and
assign it to a location. It will now be listed on the app’s home page. Tap the device
listing to enter its control page.
Notes:
•The device and the app have to use the same Wi-Fi network.
•The device is only compatible with 2.4Ghz networks.

Adding “SmarterHome” to the Google Home app
1. From the home page of the Google Home app, select the “+” icon to access the
‘Add and manage’ page.
2. Select ‘Set up device’, then under the Works with Google banner, select ‘Have
something already set up?’
3. Select the search bar and type ‘Smarter Home’ to locate the Kogan
SmarterHome™ service.
GOOGLE HOME CONTROL
Note:
You will need to have set up a Google Home account prior to linking your
Kogan SmarterHome™ device.

4. Tap ‘Authorise’ to grant Google permission to access the SmarterHome™ app and
your devices.
5. From here, you will be prompted to sign into your SmarterHome™ account using
either your email or mobile phone number, depending on which method you used
to register your account.