Perfect Aire 3PACH8000 User manual
Perfect Aire, LLC
5151 Belt Line Rd.
Suite 878
Dallas, TX 75254
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www.perfectaire.us
WINDOW
AIR CONDITIONER
FOR MODEL:
3PACH8000
WITH ELECTRIC HEAT
3PACH12000
WITH ELECTRIC HEAT
Before using your air conditioner, please
read this manual carefully and keep it for
future reference, along with your receipt.
Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice.
Printed in China
PA/User_3PACH8000_3PACH12000/10172017
USER MANUAL
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CONSUMER PRODUCT INFORMATION
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...........................................3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .....................................................4
NORMAL SOUNDS...........................................................................9
AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES.......................................................19
CARE AND CLEANING ....................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................13
CONTENTS
This manual provides the information needed for proper use and maintenance
of this air conditioner. Basic preventative care can help extend the life of this
unit. The “Troubleshooting” section in this manual contains a chart with solu-
tions to the most common problems. Referring to this section may save time
and prevent the need for a service call in the event of a problem.
CAUTIONS
● Contactanauthorizedservicetechnicianforrepairormaintenanceofthisunit.
● Contactaninstallerforinstallationofthisunitifnecessary.
● Theairconditionerisnotintendedforusebyyoungchildrenwithoutadultsupervision.Youngchildrenshouldbe
supervised to ensure that they do not play with the air conditioner.
● Disabledpersonsmayrequireassistancewithsetup.
● Ifthepowercordistobereplaced,replacementworkshouldbeperformedbyauthorizedpersonnelonly.
● Installationandrepairworkmustbeperformedinaccordancewiththenationalwiringstandardsbyauthorized
personnel only.
● Donotoperateyourairconditionerinawetroomsuchasabathroomorlaundryroom.
NOTE:Alltheillustrationsinthismanualareforexplanationpurposesonly.Unitpurchasedmaybeslightlydierent.
Thedesignandspecicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutpriornoticeforproductimprovement.ContactConsumer
Services at 844-472-2473 for details.
1
WARNINGS
Plug in power cord properly. Failuretodosomaycauseelectricshockorredueto
excess heat generation.
DO NOT operate or stop the unit by inserting or pull-
ing out the power plug directly from the wall.
Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorredueto
heat generation.
DO NOT use a damaged power cord. Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorre.Ifthepower
cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufactur-
eroranauthorizedservicecenterorasimilarlyqualied
personinordertoavoidahazard.
DO NOT modify power cord length or share the
outlet with other appliances.
Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorredueto
heat generation.
DO NOT operate with wet hands or in
damp environment.
Doingsomaycauseelectricshock.
DO NOTdirectairowdirectlyatroomoccupants. This could cause health issues.
Alwaysensureeectivegrounding. Incorrectgroundingmaycauseelectricshock.
DO NOT allow water to run into electric parts. Doingsomaycausefailureofmachineorelectricshock.
Alwaysinstallcircuitbreakerandadedicated
power circuit.
Incorrectinstallationmaycausereandelectricshock.
Always unplug the unit if strange sounds, smell or
smokecomesfromtheunit.
Failuretodosomaycausereandelectricshock.
DO NOTusethesocketifitislooseordamaged. Doingsomaycausereandelectricshock.
DO NOT open the unit during operation. Doingsomaycauseelectricshock.
DO NOTuserearmsnearunit. Doingsomaycausere.
DO NOT use the power cord close to
heating appliances.
Doingsomaycausereandelectricshock.
DO NOT disassemble, modify, or drill holes into
the air conditioner.
Doingsomaycausefailureandelectricshockandvoid
the manufacturer’s warranty.
Ventilate room before operating air conditioner if
thereisagasleakfromanotherappliancesuchas
a stove.
Failuretodosomaycauseexplosion,reandburns.
DO NOT
usethepowercordnearammablegasor
combustibles,suchasgasoline,benzene,thinner,etc.
Doingsomaycauseanexplosionorre.
READ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION
Topreventinjurytotheuserorotherpeopleandpropertydamage,thefollowinginstructionsmustbefollowed.
Incorrectoperationduetoignoringofinstructionsmaycauseharmordamage.Theseriousnessisclassiedbythe
following indications.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
NEVER DO THIS.OTHER SYMBOLS: ALWAYS DO THIS.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE
MODERATE INJURY TO YOUR PERSON, OR DAMAGE TO YOUR UNIT OR
OTHER PROPERTY.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
2
CAUTIONS
Whenremovingairlter,DO NOT touch metal parts of
the unit.
Doingsomaycauseaninjury.
DO NOT clean with water. Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation,
causinganelectricshock.
Ensure proper ventilation, especially in rooms with a
stove or other appliances.
Failure to do so may result in an oxygen shortage.
Unitandcircuitbreaker/fusemustbeswitchedOFF
when cleaning.
CleaningunitwhenpowerisONmaycausereand
electricshockandmaycauseaninjury.
DO NOT put a pet or house plant where it will be ex-
posedtodirectairow.
Thiscouldinjurethepetorplant.
Use ONLY as intended. This unit is NOT intended to preserve precision devic-
es,food,pets,plants,andartobjects.Itmaycause
deteriorationofquality,etc.
Stop operation and close the window in severe
storms or hurricanes.
Operationwithwindowsopenmaycausemoistureto
enter the room.
Hold the plug by the head of the power plug when
takingitout.
Failuretodosomaycauseelectricshock
and damage.
If unit will not be used for a long period of time,
unplug or turn OFF main power switch.
Leavingpoweronmaycauseunitfailureorre.
DO NOT place obstacles around air-inlets or inside of
air-outlet.
Obstaclesmaycauseappliancefailureoraccident.
Periodicallycheckinstallationbracketfordamage. Prolonged exposure to outdoor elements may cause
damagetoinstallationbracket,causingunittofall.
Alwaysinsertlter(s)securely.Cleanlter(s)AT LEAST
onceeverytwoweeks.
Operationwithoutsecurelyinstalledltersmaycause
failure.Adirtyltercancausetheunittonotrun
eciently.
Use only a soft cloth to clean the unit. Cleaners or detergents may change the color or
scratch the surface of the unit.
Usecautionwhenunpackingandinstalling. Sharpedgescouldcauseinjury.
NEVERdrinkwaterdrainedfromairconditioner. Water from unit contains contaminants and could
cause illness.
DO NOTplaceheavyobjectsonthepowercordand
always ensure that the cord is not compressed.
Thereisdangerofreorelectricshock.
If water enters the unit’s electrical components, turn
theunitoatthepoweroutletandswitchothecir-
cuitbreaker.Isolatesupplybytakingthepower-plug
outandcontactaqualiedservicedtechnician.
Thereisdangerofelectricshock.
3
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE:
The power supply cord with this air
conditioner contains a current detection
devicedesignedtoreducetherisk
ofre.Pleaserefertothesection
“OperationofCurrentDevice”(below)
for details. In the event that the power
supply cord is damaged, it cannot be
repaired. It must be replaced by an
authorizedrepairtechnicianwithacord
from the Product Manufacturer.
WARNING
Avoidrehazardsorelectricshock.
DO NOT use an extension cord or an
adapter plug. DO NOT remove any prong
from the power cord.
OPERATION OF
CURRENT DEVICE:
The power supply cord contains a
current device that senses damage
to the power cord. To test your power
supply cord, do the following:
1. Plug in the air conditioner.
2. The power supply cord will have
TWObuttonsontheplughead.Press
theTESTbutton.Youwillnoticea
clickastheRESETbuttonpopsout.
3. Press the RESET button. Again,
youwillnoticeaclickasthebutton
engages.
4. The power supply cord is now
supplyingelectricitytotheunit.(On
some products this is also indicated
byalightontheplughead.)
WARNING
FORYOURSAFETY:Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherammable
vaporsandliquidsinthevicinityofthisoranyotherappliances.
WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS
Toreducetheriskofre,electricalshock,orinjurytopersonswhenusing
your air conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the following:
● Besuretheelectricalserviceisadequateforthemodelyouhave
chosen. This information can be found on the serial plate, which is
located on the side of the cabinet and behind the grille.
● Iftheairconditioneristobeinstalledinawindow,youwillprobably
wanttocleanbothsidesoftheglassrst.Ifthewindowisatriple-
tracktypewithascreenpanelincluded,removethescreencompletely
before installation.
● Besuretheairconditionerhasbeensecurelyandcorrectlyinstalled
according to the installation instructions in this manual.
●
Save this manual for possible future use in removing or installing this unit.
● Whenhandlingtheairconditioner,becarefultoavoidcutsfromsharp
metalnsonfrontandrearcoils.
WARNING - ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is
statedontheserialplate.Refertotheratingwhencheckingthe
electricalrequirements.
● Besuretheairconditionerisproperlygrounded.Tominimizeshock
andrehazards,propergroundingisimportant.Thepowercordis
equippedwithathree-pronggroundingplugforprotectionagainst
shockhazards.
● Yourairconditionermustbeusedinaproperlygroundedwall
receptacle.Ifthewallreceptacleyouintendtouseisnotadequately
groundedorprotectedbyatimedelayfuseorcircuitbreaker,havea
qualiedelectricianinstalltheproperreceptacle.
● Ensurethereceptacleisaccessibleaftertheunitinstallation.
● DO NOT run air conditioner without side protective cover in place. This
could result in mechanical damage within the air conditioner.
● DO NOT use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
NOTE:
DO NOTusetheplugtoturntheunitonoro.
● AlwaysmakesuretheRESETbuttonispushedinforcorrectoperation.
● ThepowersupplymustbereplacedifitfailsresetwheneithertheTEST
button is pushed or it cannot be reset.
● Ifpowersupplycordisdamaged,itcannotberepaired.Pleasecall
Consumer Services at 844-472-2473 to assist with replacement.
NOTE: This air conditioner is designed to be operated under the
following conditions:
Cooling
Operation
Outdoor Temp: 64–109°F/18–43°C
(64–125°F/18–52°Cforspecialtropicalmodels)
Indoor Temp: 62–90°F/17–32°C
Heating
Operation
Outdoor Temp: 23–76°F/-5–24°C
Indoor Temp: 32–80°F/0–27°C
Performance may be reduced outside of these operating temperatures.
Grounding Type
Wall Receptacle
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
ground prong.
Power supply cord
with 3-prong grounding
plug and current
detection device
4
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT- Save these instructions.
IMPORTANT-Observeallgoverningcodes
and ordinances.
Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these instructions with
the Consumer.
Note to Consumer- Keep these instructions for
future reference.
Skill level-Installationofthisappliancerequiresbasic
mechanicalskills.
Completion time- Approximately 1– 1½ hours.
We recommend that two people install this product.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
YouMUSTuseallsuppliedpartsanduseproper
installation procedures as described in these
instructions when installing this air conditioner.
CAUTION
DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
third(ground)prongfromthepowercord.
DO NOT change the plug on the power cord of the
air conditioner.
Aluminum house wiring may present special problems-
consultaqualiedelectrician.
When handling unit, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp
metaledgesandaluminumnsonfrontandrearcoils.
Toavoidriskofpersonalinjury,propertydamage,or
product damage due to the weight of this unit and sharp
edges that may be exposed, please note
the following:
• Airconditionerscoveredinthismanualposean
excessiveweighthazard.Twoormorepeopleare
neededtomoveandinstalltheunit.Topreventinjury
orstrain,useproperliftingandcarryingtechniques
when moving unit.
• Carefullyinspectlocationwhereairconditionerwill
be installed. Be sure it will support the weight of
the unit.
• Handleairconditionerwithcare.Wearprotective
gloveswheneverliftingorcarryingtheunit.AVOID
thesharpmetalnsoffrontandrearcoils.
• Useextracautiontoensurethatairconditionerdoes
not fall during installation.
REQUIRED TOOLS/HARDWARE
Gathertherequiredtoolsandpartsbeforestarting
installation. Read and follow the instructions provided
with any tools listed here:
●Phillipsscrewdriver ● Level
●Flatbladescrewdriver ● Tapemeasure
●Drilland3/16ʺ, 1/8ʺ,3/32ʺ ● Pencil
or smaller drill bit
Checkthatallthepartslistedbelowareincludedinthe
partspackage.
HARDWARE
PICTURE DESCRIPTION QTY
#10x1/2ʺPan-Head
Phillips Screws 3
#10x3/4ʺor#10x1/2ʺ
Round-Head Screws 7
#10x1/4ʺPan-Head
Phillips Screws 5
Accordion Panels 2
Top Channel 1
Window Sash Seal 1
Foam Seal 1
WindowLockBracket 1
SafetyLock(forvinyl-
cladwindow) 2
Weather Seals
(6ʺx3/4ʺx1/12ʺ)5
MODE
ENERG Y SAVER
CLEAN AIR
FOLLOW ME
SLEEPLED
CLOCK
CANCEL
TIMER
FAN
RESET
LOCK
CL
OCK
E
ON
OFF
SET
TE
MP.
FAN
S
PEED
AUTO
F
Remote Control 1
Remote Control
Batteries 2
NOTES:
• Installationpartsaresuppliedfordouble-hung
windows up to 36ʺ(91.4cm)wide.
• DO NOT use any screws other than those
speciedhere.
• DO NOT use an extension cord.
• Cabinetlouversmustnotbeobstructed.Airmustbe
able to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
(Fig.1onnextpage)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
5
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS:
IMPORTANT:Observeallgoverningcodesand
ordinances.Checkthelocationwheretheair
conditioner will be installed. Proper installation is
yourresponsibility.Makesureyouhaveeverything
necessary for proper installation.
• Groundelectricaloutletwithin4ft.(122cm)of
where the power cord exits the air conditioner.
• Theremustbefreemovementofairintheroomto
be cooled.
• Alargeenoughopeningfortheairconditioner
must exist.
• Itisnecessarytohaveadequatewallsupportfor
the weight of the air conditioner. The unit weighs
between70and85lbs(32go40kgs).
WINDOWOPENINGMEASUREMENT(Fig.2):
• 26⅞ʺto 36ʺ(68.3cmto91.4cm)openingwidth
• 16½ʺ(41.9cm)minimumopeningheight
A.26⅞in.(68.3cm)minimum
B. 16½in(41.9cm)minimum
STEP 1:
REMOVE PACKAGING MATERIAL
• Removeanddisposeoforrecyclepackaging
materials. Remove tape and glue residue from
surfaces before installing the air conditioner. Rub a
smallamountofliquidsoapovertheadhesivewith
yourngers.Wipewithwarmwateranddry.
• Donotusesharpinstruments,rubbingalcohol,
ammableuids,orabrasivecleanerstoremove
tape or glue. These products can damage the
surface of your air conditioner.
• Handletheairconditionergently:
1. Remove the air conditioner from the carton and
place it on cardboard.
2. Removeshippingscrew(A)fromeachsideof
thecabinet.(Fig.3)
A
3. Remove front panel by removing one Phillips
screw(B)fromeachsideofthefrontpanel.Set
screwsasideandsave.(Fig.4)
B
B
4. Pullonthehandle(C)toslidetheairconditioner
out of the cabinet. Place the air conditioner on
cardboard.(Fig.5)
C
NOTES:
• Handletheairconditionergently.
• Besureyourairconditionercabinetdoesnotfall
out of the opening during installation or removal.
• Theairconditionershouldbenomorethan4ft
(122cm)fromagrounded3prongoutlet.
• Donotblockthelouversonthefrontpanel.
• Donotblockthelouversontheoutsideofthe
air conditioner.
• DO NOT lift, pull, or remove any expanded polystyrene
(foam) from inside of the air conditioner. It is NOT
packing material.
FIG. 1
FIG. 3
FIG. 4
FIG. 5
FIG. 2
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STEP 2:
ATTACH TOP CHANNEL
Attach the top channel and side curtains to the air
conditioner cabinet before placing the cabinet in the
window.(Fig.6)
1. Locate provided bag of screws.
2. Place the top channel on top of the air conditioner
cabinet, lining up the three holes in the top channel
with the three holes on top of the air conditioner
cabinet.
3. Usingthree#10x1/4ʺpan-head Phillips thread
cutting screws, attach the top channel to the air
conditioner cabinet.
A B
O
STEP 3:
ATTACH ACCORDION PANELS
1. Locate provided bag of screws.
2. Insert the right-hand accordion panel connector
tab into the accordion panel housing channels on
theairconditioner.(Fig7A)
A
3. Insert the top and then bottom of the right-hand
accordion panel housing in the top and bottom
accordion panel channels on the air conditioner
(Fig.7BandFig7C)
AB
A
B
4. Slide the accordion panel housing into the
accordion panel guides as far as it can go.
5. Repeattheabovestepsfortheleft-hand
accordion panel.
STEP 4:
ATTACH FOAM ADHESIVE SEAL
Attach foam adhesive seal along the bottom of the
accordion panel’s bottom channel.
A
B
STEP 5:
INSTALL CABINET INTO WINDOW
1. Center empty cabinet in window:
Checkthatlowerrailofairconditionercabinet
isbehindandagainstbacksideofwindowsill.
Maintainarmholdontheairconditionercabinet
(Fig.9).
Lower window sash to hold the cabinet in place.
Measure the distance between the right side of
the cabinet and the inside of the window channel
(Fig.10).
A
B
C
A. Window Sash
B. Empty Cabinet
C. Window Channel
Repeatfortheleftside.Adjustthecabinetuntilthe
distance on each side is the same.
FIG. 6
FIG. 8
FIG. 9
FIG. 10
FIG. 7A
A. #10x1/4ʺpan-
head Phillips thread
cutting screws
B. Top channel
A. Accordion Panel
Housing
B. Foam Adhesive Seal
Angleofcabinetbracket
securely seated on edge
of inner sill.
Cabinet
Bracket
Window
OuterSill
Window
Inner Sill
A. Accordion Panel
Housing
B. Accordion Panel
Top Channel on Air
Conditioner
A. Accordion Panel
Housing
B. Accordion Panel
Bottom Chanel
A. Side Curtain
FIG. 7B – TOP VIEW FIG. 7C – BOTTOM VIEW
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2. Attach the cabinet to the window:
FOR WOODEN WINDOWS
Usea3/16″drillbittodrillthreestarterholes3/8ʺ
deep through the three holes in the cabinet and
intothewindowsill,anddrillonestarterhole3/8ʺ
deep through the hole in the middle of top rail and
intothewindowframe(Fig.11).Attachcabinetto
windowwiththree#10x1/2ʺpan-head Phillips
screwsandone#10x3/4ʺor(1/2ʺ)round-head
screw(Fig.11).
FOR VINYL-CLAD WINDOWS
Usea1/8ʺdrill bit to drill one hole through the
hole in the middle of top rail and into the window
frame. Attach cabinet to window with one #10 x
3/4ʺor(1/2ʺ)round-headPhillipsscrew(Fig.11).
Placetwosafetylocksintotheholeslocatedinthe
bottomofthecabinetasshown(Fig.12).
B
A
A
C
A
A.#10x1/2ʺpan-head Phillips screws
B. #10x3/4ʺ(or1/2ʺ) round-head screw
C. Window Channel
A
B
A.#10x1/4ʺpan-head Phillips screws
B. SafetyLock(onlyforvinyl-cladwindows)
3. Checkthattheairconditionercabinetistiltedback
to1⅛ʺto 1½ʺ(3~4°)sothatwatercanruntothe
outside(Fig.13).
STEP 6:
ATTACH ACCORDION PANELS TO
WINDOW FRAMES
1. Extend the accordion panels out against the
windowframe(Fig.11).
2. Drillholesanddrivelockingscrews:
FOR WOODEN WINDOWS
Usea3/32ʺdrill bit to drill 4 starter holes through
the holes in the side curtains into the window.
Drivefour#10x3/4ʺor(1/2ʺ)lockingscrews
through the holes in the side curtains into the
windowsillandwindowframe(Fig.14A,Fig.14B).
FOR VINYL-CLAD WINDOWS
Usean1/8ʺdrill bit to drill two holes through the
holes in the side curtains into the window frame
asshown(Fig.14A).Drivetwo#10x3/4ʺ(or
1/2ʺ)lockingscrewsthroughtheholesintheside
curtainsintothewindowsash(Fig.14A).
3.Trimtheweatherseal(6″x3/4″x1/12″)with
properlength,peelotheprotectivebackingand
plug any gaps if needed.
A
B
C
A
B
1⅛ʺto 1½ʺ
Window
Sash
Side Louvers
Window Sill
FIG. 11
FIG. 14A FIG. 14B
FIG. 12
FIG. 13
A. Window channel
B. Left-hand
accordion panel
C. #10x3/4ʺ(or1/2ʺ)
round-head screw
A. #10x3/4ʺ(or1/2ʺ)
round-head screw
B. Slotted hole in
the bottom of the
accordion panel
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STEP 7:
COMPLETE INSTALLATION
1. Insert window sash seal behind the top of the
lower window sash and against the glass of the
upperwindow(Fig.15).
2. Placethewindow-lockbracketontopoflower
window and against upper window sash on right
sideofthewindow(Fig.15).
3. Usea3/32″drillbittodrillstarterholesthrough
theholesinthebracketintothewindowsash
(Fig.15).
4. Attachthewindowlock-brackettothewindow
sashwithtwo#10x3/4″or(1/2″)round-head
screwstosecurewindowinplace(Fig.15).
A
B
C
D
A.Windowlockbracket
B. Upper window glass
C. Window sash seal
D. #10x3/4ʺ(or1/2ʺ) round-head screws
5.Insertairconditionerintocabinet(Fig.16).
6. Insert front tabs of front panel into top of cabinet
and swing front into place.
7. Attach bottom front of panel with front panel
screws(Fig.17).
8. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
9. Press RESET on the power supply cord.
FIG. 15
FIG. 17
FIG. 16
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NORMAL SOUNDS
AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES
VIBRATION
Unitmayvibrateandmake
noise because of poor wall or
window construction or incorrect
installation.ThisDOESNOT
indicate a defective unit.
PINGING OR SWITCHING
Droplets of water hitting
condenser during normal
operation may cause “pinging”
or “switching” sounds.
HIGH PITCHED CHATTER
Higheciencycompressors
may have a high pitched chatter
during the cooling cycle.
SOUND OF RUSHING AIR
At the front of the unit,
the sound of rushing air
being moved by the fan
may be heard.
GURGLE/HISS
“Gurgling” or “hissing”
noise may be heard due
to refrigerant passing
through evaporator during
normal operation.
NOTE: Allofthepicturesinthismanualareforexplanatorypurposesonly.Theactualshape/lookof
theairconditionerpurchasedmaybeslightlydierent,buttheoperationsandfunctionsaresimilar.
Thoroughlyfamiliarizeyourselfwiththecontrolpanelshownbelowandallofitsfunctions.Afterwards,followthe
symbolforthefunctionsyoudesireBEFOREoperatingtheunit.Thisunitcanbecontrolledbytheunitcontrolorthe
remote control.
Remote Signal
Receptor TO TURN UNIT ON OR OFF:
Press ON/OFFbuttontoturntheunitonoro.
NOTE: The unit will automatically initiate the Energy Saver
functionunderCOOL,DRYandAUTO(onlyAUTO-COOLING
andAUTO-FANmodes).
TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE SETTING:
Press
/
UP/DOWNbuttonstochangethe
temperature setting.
NOTE: PressorholdeitherUP(
)orDOWN(
)button
until the desired temperature is shown on the display. The
temperature will be automatically maintained anywhere
between62°F(17°C)and86°F(30°C).Ifyouwantthedisplay
toreadtheactualroomtemperature,see“ToOperateonFan
Only”section.
TO ADJUST FAN SPEEDS:
Press to select the Fan Speed in four steps: Auto, Low,
Med or High. Each time the button is pressed, the fan speed
isshifted.InDRYmode,thefanspeediscontrolledatLow
automatically. For some models with heating capabilities, the
fanspeedcannotbeadjustedwhileinHEATmode.
UNIT CONTROL PANEL
Heat indicator on models with
heating capabilities only.
Auto
Low
Med
High
Auto
Cool
Dry
Fan
TEMP/TIMER
On O
Sleep
Timer Mode
Check
Filter
Energy
Saver
Fan
Follow
Me
Heat
10
SLEEP FEATURE:
Press the SLEEP button to initiate the SLEEP
mode. In this mode, the selected temperature will
increaseby2°F(1°C)30minutesafterthemodeis
selected.Thetemperaturewillthenincrease(cooling)
ordecrease(unitswithheatingonly)byanother
2°F(1°C)afteranadditional30minutes.Thisnew
temperature will be maintained for 6 hours before it
returns to the originally selected temperature. This
ends the SLEEP mode and the unit will continue
to operate as originally programmed. The SLEEP
mode program can be canceled at any time during
operation by pressing the SLEEP button again.
CHECK FILTER FEATURE:
Press the CHECK FILTER button to initiate this
feature. This feature is a reminder to clean the Air
Filterformoreecientoperation.TheLED(light)will
illuminateafter250hoursofoperation.Toresetafter
cleaningthelter,presstheCHECK FILTER button
andthelightwillgoo.
ENERGY SAVER FEATURE:
Press the ENERGYSAVER button to initiate this
function. This function is available on COOL, DRY
and AUTO(onlyAUTO-COOLINGand AUTO-FAN)
modes. In this mode, the fan will continue to run for 3
minutesafterthecompressorshutso.Thefanthen
cycles on for 2 minutes, at 10 minute intervals, until
the room temperature is above the set temperature,
atwhichtimethecompressorturnsbackonand
cooling starts.
FOLLOW ME FEATURE:
This feature can ONLY be activated
from the remote control. The
remote control serves as a remote
thermostat allowing for precise
temperature control at its location.
To activate the Follow Me feature, point the remote
control towards the unit and press the FOLLOWME
button. The remote displays the actual temperature
at its location. The remote control will send this
signal to the air conditioner every 3 minutes until the
FOLLOWME button is pressed again. If the unit does
not receive the Follow Me signal during any 7 minute
interval, the unit will beep to indicate use of the
Follow Me feature has ended. The actual temperature
can be displayed at the unit by pressing the FAN only
mode.WhenintheCOOLmode,theunitdisplay
indicates the set temperature.
TO SELECT THE OPERATING MODE:
To choose operating mode, press the MODE
button. Each time you press the button, a mode is
selectedinasequencethatgoesfromAUTO,COOL,
DRY,HEAT(forunitswithheatingfunction)andFAN.
The indicator light will be illuminated and remain on
once the mode is selected. The unit will automatically
initiate the Energy Saver function under COOL, DRY, and
AUTO (only AUTO-COOLING and AUTO-FAN) modes.
TO OPERATE AUTO FEATURE:
When you set the air conditioner in AUTO mode, it
willautomaticallyselectcooling,heating(onmodels
withheatingcapabilities)orfanonlyoperation
depending on what temperature you have selected
and the room temperature. The air conditioner will
automatically control room temperature around the
temperature you set. In this mode, the fan speed
cannot be adjusted. It starts automatically at a speed
according to the room temperature.
TO OPERATE FAN ONLY:
Usethisfunction( )onlywhencoolingisnot
desired, such as for room air circulation or to exhaust
staleair.(Remembertoopentheventduringthis
function,butkeepitclosedduringcoolingfor
maximumcoolingeciency.)Youcanchooseany
fan speed you prefer. During this function, the display
will show the actual room temperature, not the set
temperature as in the cooling mode.
TO OPERATE DRY MODE:
In this mode, the air conditioner will reduce air
humidity. If the space is a closed or sealed area,
some degree of cooling will continue.
TIMER: AUTO START/STOP FEATURE:
● Whentheunitisonoro,pressthe TIMER
button.TheTIMERONindicatorlightilluminates.
It
indicates the Auto Start program has been initiated.
● WhenthetimeofTIMERONisdisplayed,pressing
the TIMER button again illuminates the TIMER
OFFindicatorlight,indicatingtheAutoStop
program has been initiated.
● PressorholdtheUPorDOWNbuttonstochange
theAutotimeby0.5hourincrements,upto10
hours, then by 1 hour increments, up to 24 hours.
The control will count down the time remaining
until start.
● Theselectedtimewillregisterin5secondsand
thesystemwillautomaticallyrevertbackto
displaying the previous temperature setting or the
roomtemperature(dependingonwhethertheunit
ispoweredonoroandthemodeitisin).
● TurningtheunitONorOFFatanytimeor
adjustingthetimersettingto0.0willcancelthe
AutoStart/Stopprogram.
A NOTE ABOUT THE TIMER:
When you set the timer, the
unitwillonlygoononceandoonce.Ifyouwantthe
airconditionertocycleonandobasedondesired
room temperature, you do not need to set the timer.
Instead, set your desired temperature and the unit will
cycleonandobasedonthattemperaturesetting.
Light
Flashing
Follow
Me
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DISPLAY:
Shows the set temperature in °F or °C and the Auto-
timer settings. While on FAN only mode, it shows the
room temperature.
ERROR CODES:
AS - Room Temperature Sensor Error - Unplug the
unitandplugitbackin.Iferrorrepeats,call
Consumer Services at 844-472-2473.
HS - Electric Heating Sensor Error - Unplug the
unitandplugitbackin.Iferrorrepeats,call
Consumer Services at 844-472-2473.
●- Evaporator Temperature Sensor Error - Unplug
theunitandplugitbackin.Iferrorrepeats,call
Consumer Services at 844-472-2473.
NOTE: If an error code occurs in FAN only mode, the
unitwilldisplay“LO”(looseconnection)or“HI”
(shortcircuit).
NOTE:
Iftheunitbreaksounexpectedlyduetopowerbeing
cut, it will automatically restart with the previous
function setting when the power resumes.
AIR DIRECTIONAL LOUVERS:
Usethe4-waydirectionallouverstodirecttheairow
up or down and left or right throughout the room as
needed.Pivothorizontallouversuntilthedesiredup/
down direction is obtained.
Move the center handles from side to side until the
desiredLeft/Rightdirectionisobtained.
ADDITIONAL THINGS YOU
SHOULD KNOW:
● TheCoolcircuithasanautomatic3minute
time-delayedstartiftheunitisturnedoandon
quickly.Afterunitisturnedo,leavetheunito
for a minimum of 3 minutes before attempting to
turnbackon.Thispreventsoverheatingofthe
compressorandpossiblecircuitbreakertripping.
The fan will continue to run during this time.
● Thecontroliscapableofdisplayingtemperaturein
degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius. To convert
from one to the other, press and hold the left and
right TEMP/TIMERbuttons(
and
)atthe
same time for 3 seconds.
FRESH AIR VENT CONTROL
The Fresh Air Vent allows the air conditioner to:
1. Recirculateinsideair(VentClosed-Fig.A)
2. Drawfreshairintotheroom(VentOpen-FigB)
3. Exchange air from the room and draw fresh air into
theroom(VentandExhaustOpen-FigC)
Air Direction (4-way)
Air Directional Louvers
Display
Evaporator Temperature Sensor Error
Auto
Cool
Dry
Fan
Mode
Auto
Cool
Dry
Fan
Mode
Auto
Cool
Dry
Fan
Mode
Fig. A (VENT CLOSED)
Fig. B (VENT OPEN)
Fig. C (VENT AND EXHAUST OPEN)
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CARE AND CLEANING
CAUTION
Cleanairconditioneroccasionallytokeepitlookingandoperatinglikenew.
Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards.
AIR FILTER CLEANING
Theairltershouldbecleanedatleasteverytwoweeksoras
necessary.Trappedparticlesintheltercanbuildup,causing
accumulationoffrostonthecoolingcoils,andreducingeciency.
● PushtheventhandletotheVentClosedposition(whereapplicable).
● Placeonehandoneachsideoftheunitandtiltopenthefrontpanel.
● Graspthelterbythecenterandpullupandout.
● Washthelterusingliquiddish-washingdetergentandwarmwater.
Rinselterthoroughly.
● Gentlyshakeexcesswaterfromthelter.Besurethelteris
thoroughly dry before replacing.
● Asanalternativetowashingthelter,vacuumthelterclean.
NOTE: Neverusehotwaterover104°F(40°C)tocleantheairfilter.
Never attempt to operate the unit without the air filter.
CABINET CLEANING
● Besuretounplugtheairconditionertopreventshockorrehazard.
The cabinet and front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or with a
clothdampenedinasolutionofwarmwaterandmildliquiddish-
washing detergent. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
● Neveruseharshcleaners,waxorpolishonthecabinetfront.
● Besuretowringexcesswaterfromtheclothbeforewipingthe
controls. Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage
to the air conditioner.
● Pluginairconditionerafterunithasdriedcompletely.
WINTER STORAGE
If air conditioner will be stored during the winter, remove it carefully
from the window according to the installation instructions. Cover it with
plastic or return it to the original carton.
ALWAYS STORE UNIT IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION AND IN A COOL,
DRY LOCATION.
The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for
product improvement. Consult with the sales agency or manufacturer for details.
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NOTE
Ahighlyrecommendedtroubleshootforanyissueingeneralconsistsofturningounitandunpluggingfor5
minutes. It is also recommended to try another wall outlet. For further assistance, contact Consumer Services
at 844-472-2473.
TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE, PLEASE REVIEW THE CHART BELOW
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSES
AIR CONDITIONER NOT
COOLING ROOM, OR NOT BLOWING
COLD AIR
•Besureunitisnottoolargeortoosmallfortheareaoftheroom.
•Verifythatalldoors,windows,curtainsandanyotheropeningsareclosed.
Verify nothing is obstructing the front grille of unit, such as curtains, etc.
•Allowenoughtimeforroomtocool,especiallyifoutsidetempisveryhigh.
•Checkthatthelterisnotdirtyandlouversareopenallthewayandblowinginthe
desired direction.
•CheckthatunitissettoCOOLmodeandthattemperatureisdownenough(but
nottoolow).
•Ifunitisnearaheatsource,suchasastove,etc.,relocateunit.
•Ifaircomingfromunitiscooltothetouch,thenunitisworkingproperly;please
doublechecktherstthreebulletpointsabove.
•IfusingFollowMeremotefeature,moveremoteawayfromunit.
•Temperaturesensorbehindairltertouchingcoldcoil.Thesetwoelementsshould
not be touching. Carefully straighten tube away from coil.
•Unplugunitforatleast5minutes.FollowResetinstructionsonplug.
AIR CONDITIONER COOLING
BUT ROOM IS TOO WARM - ICE
FORMING ON COOLING COIL
BEHIND DECORATIVE FRONT
•Outdoortemperatureisbelow64ºF(18ºC).Todefrostthecoil,settoFAN
only mode.
•Airltermaybedirty.Cleanlter.RefertoCareandCleaningsection.Todefrost,
set to FAN only mode.
•Thermostatissettoocoldfornight-timecooling.Todefrostthecoil,settoFAN
only mode. Then, set temperature to a higher setting.
AIR CONDITIONER CYCLING ON
AND OFF TOO FREQUENTLY OR
NOT ENOUGH
•Besureunitisnottoolargeortoosmallfortheareaoftheroom.
•Removegrilleandmakesurethetemperaturesensorisnottooclosetothecoils.
These two elements should not be touching. Carefully straighten tube away
from coil.
•Makesurenothingisblockingthegrilleorsidevents.
•Makesurethereisnodirtordebrisinsidetheunitoronthelter.
UNIT WILL NOT TURN ON
•Resetcircuitbreaker.Makesuretherearenottoomanyitems(i.e.lamps,TV’s,
etc.)workingothesamebreaker.
•Checkplugconnection.
•Ifplugisoperatingonanon/oswitch,besurethattheswitchis‘on’.
•Trypluggingunitintoanotheroutlet.
•Unplugunitforatleast5minutes.FollowResetinstructionsonplug.
UNIT BLOWS FUSES OR POPS
CIRCUIT BREAKER
•Makesurethereareenoughavailableampsonthecircuitfortheairconditioner.
•Largeunitswhichrunona230vwillrequireadedicated20or30ampcircuit.
AIR CONDITIONER IS
MAKING NOISES
•Checktobesuretheunitisfreefromdebrissuchasleaves,sticks,etc.Verify
nothing is obstructing the unit.
•Checkthefanbladeforcracksorchips.
•Makesuretheunitisproperlyandsecurelymountedinsidethewindoworwall.
•Cleantheairlter.
WATER PUDDLES INSIDE UNIT OR IS
COMING INTO ROOM
•Adjusttheslopeoftheunitsothatitdrainsdownwardtowardtheexteriorofthe
home.(SeeInstallationInstructions.)
•Makesurethatthereisnodebrisblockingthedrainageareaoftheunit.
WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE •Unitisremovingalargequantityofmoisturefromahumidroom.Thisisnormal
during excessively humid days.
REMOTE SENSING / FOLLOW ME
DEACTIVATING PREMATURELY
•Remotecontrolnotlocatedwithinrange.Placeremotecontrolwithin20ftand
180ºradiusofthefrontoftheunit.
•Remotecontrolsignalobstructed.Removeobstruction.
Perfect Aire, LLC
5151 Belt Line Rd.
Suite 878
Dallas, TX 75254
Distributed by:
844-4PA-AIRE | 844-472-2473
www.perfectaire.us
WINDOW
AIR CONDITIONER
FOR MODEL:
3PACH8000
WITH ELECTRIC HEAT
3PACH12000
WITH ELECTRIC HEAT
Before using your air conditioner, please
read this manual carefully and keep it for
future reference, along with your receipt.
Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice.
Printed in China
PA/User_3PACH8000_3PACH12000/10172017
USER MANUAL
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