Soleus Air GH-PAC-12E1 User manual

Model: GH-PAC-12E1
Model: GH-PAC-12E1HP WITH HEAT
12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
Operating Instructions

Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air Powered by Gree Portable Air Conditioner. This owner’s man-
ual will provide you with valuable information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your
new product. Please take a few moments to thoroughly read the instructions and familiarize yourself
with all the operational aspects of your new Portable Air Conditioner.
For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual. Also, write the store
name/location, date purchased, and serial number below:
Store Name: ____________________________________________________
Location: ______________________________________________________
Date Purchased: _________________________________________________
Serial Number (located on back of unit): ______________________________
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IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Before installing and using your portable air conditioner, please read this owner’s manual carefully. Store this
manual in a safe place for future reference.
1) Always place the unit on a level surface.
2) Never use or store gasoline or other flammable vapor or liquid near this unit unless instructed by this manual.
3) Maintain at least 12 inches (50 cm) clearance space around this unit. Do not block or cover air inlet or outlet grilles.
4) The unit must be connected to a correctly grounded power supply.
5) Do not start or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug.
6) Do not use an adapter plug or extension cord.
7) Do not use the unit in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a swimming pool.
8) Do not insert anything into the air outlet. Do not obstruct air inlet or outlet grills unless instructed by this manual.
9) Do not let children play near this unit.
10) Always inspect the cord for signs of damage before use. If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or a qualified service technician.
11) When cleaning the unit, always turn the unit off and unplug the power cord.

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SPECIFICATIONS
•The cooling capacity is measured at an ambient temperature of DB 86 °F, WB 78 °F.
•Noise level is measured at a distance of 3.28 ft away fromthe front of the unit, when the unit is in coolingmode.
•Power consumption is measured when the fan runs at the highest speed setting.
•These specications are for reference only. For actual data, please refer to the rating label on the back of the unit.
•If the environment temperature is higher than the max operating temperature or lower than the minimum
operating temperature, the air conditioner may not work properly.
•Dehumidier mode workswhen ambient te
mperatures are between 61°F - 86°F
•Air Conditioner mode operates up to an ambient temperature of 59°F.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
Portable Air Conditioner
Exhaust Hose (1)
Front Exhaust Hose Adapter (1)
Window Kit Adapter (1)
Rear Exhaust Hose Adapter (1)
Remote Control & AAA Ba tteries (2 batteries)
Window Kit - 3 Sliding Panels (1 sing le hose panel, 2 extension panels)
Owner’s Manual
Model / Ref. # GH-PAC-12E1 GH-PAC-12E1HP
Power Supply (Ph/V/Hz) 1/115/60Hz 1/115/60Hz
Dehumidifying Capacity (Pints/Day) 81 81
Rated Cooling Capacity (BTU/h) 12,000 12,000
Rated Heating Capacity (BTU/h) - 10,500
Cooling Power Input (Watts) 1465 1465
Heating Power Input (Watts) - 1200
Rated Current Cooling (Amperage) 13 13
Rated Current Heating (Amperage) - 10.6
Noise Level (dBA) - H/M/L 55/53/51 55/53/51
Air Flow - H/M/L (CFM) 235/205/175 235/205/175
Product Dimensions (W” x H” x D”) 17.75 x 33.125 x 17.125 17.75 x 33.125 x 17.125
Product Weight (Lbs) 85.1 85.1
Refrigerant Type R-410A R-410A
Energy consumption
Energy consumption in stand by
1465 watts/hour 1465 watts/hour
2 watts/hour 2 watts/hour

POWER CORD AND PLUG
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WARNING
This unit has a grounded three
pronged plug intended to fit into a
three slot outlet. (A) An adapter is
available for connecting three
pronged plugs into two slot outlets.
(B) When doing so, the green ground-
ing tab extending from the adapter
must be fastened under the wall
plate’s mounting screw. The adapter
should not be used if a three-slot out-
let is available.
DO NOT DEFEAT THE SAFETY
PURPOSE OF THE GROUNDED
PLUG.

PRODUCT DIAGRAM
Control Panel
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Carry Handle
Air Outlet &
Louvers
Power Cord
Upper Air Intake
Lower Air Intake
Air Exhaust Vent
Filter
Location

PARTS & WINDOW KIT ASSEMBLY
PARTS
EXHAUST HOSE & ADAPTERS
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
When the unit is operating as an air conditioner or dehumidifier, the window kit and exhaust hose must be installed.
When the unit is operating in fan mode, the window kit and exhaust hose do not need to be installed .
MOUNTING THE EXHAUST HOSE
• Choose a suitable location, near a grounded electrical outlet and suitable window or door. Remove
packaging and locate components.
• Extend both ends of the exhaust hose approximately 6 inches.
• Screw the REAR and FRONT Exhaust Hose Adapters onto each end of the exhaust hose. Once both
adapters are attached, attach the Window Kit Adapter to the REAR Exhaust Hose Adapter.
• Connect the FRONT Exhaust Hose Adapter to the back of your portable air conditioner.
• Attach the Window Kit Adapter to the window kit.
• For maximum efficiency bend the exhaust hose as little as possible once installation is complete.
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Exhaust HoseRear Exhaust Hose
Adapter
Front Exhaust Hose
Adapter
Window Kit Adapter Sliding Panels (3)

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SINGLE HOSE WINDOW KIT INSTALLATION
When installing the exhaust hose, try and keep it as flat as possible. The less angles and bends
in the hose, the better the unit will perform. If bending or an angle is necessary, use single 90°
angles like the pictures above. Multiple bends will decrease performance and efficiency
This installation is OK The is a poor installation
22”
26”

CONTROL PANEL
GH-PAC-12E1
GH-PAC-12E1HP
MODE BUTTON
TEMP SELECT BUTTONS
POWER BUTTON
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BUCKET FULL LIGHT
COOL MODE LIGHT DRY MODE LIGHT
FAN MODE LIGHT
LED DISPLAY
MODE BUTTON
TEMP SELECT BUTTONS
POWER BUTTON
COOL MODE LIGHT
HEAT MODE LIGHT
FAN MODE LIGHT
LED DISPLAY
DRY MODE LIGHT

CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS
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CONTROL PANEL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1) Power On and Off - Press the POWER button once to manually turn the unit on. Press the POWER
button once more to turn the unit off.
2) Mode Selection - Press the MODE Button repeatedly to cycle between the different modes:
Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier (DRY), Fan only, and Heater mode (NOTE: Heater mode is only available
on the GH-PAC-12E1HP). Each press of the MODE button will light up a different mode icon on the con-
trol panel. The exhaust hose and window kit must be installed when the unit is in Air Conditioner,
Dehumidifier (DRY), or Heater (GH-PAC-12E1HP only) mode. When using the unit as a fan, it is not
necessary to keep the exhaust hose and window kit connected to the unit.
3) Temperature - Select the desired temperature by pressing either ▼or ▲ key when using the unit in
Cooling or Heating (GH-PAC-12E1HP only) mode. The digital thermostat will display the set temperature.
4) Bucket Full - When the unit cannot evaporate the collected moisture fast enough, the excess water will
collect in a backup water tank located inside the unit. The Bucket Full icon (GH-PAC-12E1) or Heat Mode
icon (GH-PAC-12E1HP) will light up if this occurs. The unit will then beep 8 times and the LED display
will show “H8”. The compressor will now shut off. You should now drain the excess water from the unit.
To do this, get a small pan and place it under the drain plug on the bottom of the back of the unit. Remove
the plug and slightly tilt the unit backwards to drain the water into the pan.

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REMOTE CONTROL OPER ATING INSTRUCTIONS
Press theON/OFF (POWER) button once to manually
turn the unit on. Press the Power button once more to
turn the unit
NOTE: Heat Mode is only
available on GH-PAC-12E1HP
Press theMODE Button repeatedly to cycle between the
di erent modes.
When the unit is in Air Conditioner or Heater (GH-PAC-
12E1HP) mode you can select your desired temperature.
Press theTEMP SELECT buttons (+or -) to select
your desired temperature setting. The temperature on the
LCD display on the remote control will increase or de-
crease accordingly. Hold the +/- buttons for two seconds
to rapidly increase or decrease the temperature. Temp.
range is 61°F—86°F.
Press the Fan Speed button to change fan speeds.
Fan Speeds:
NOTE: When the unit is in Dehumid (DRY) mode,
the fan speed is not adjustable.
Press the Up and Down Swing Button to turn on and
the vertical swing mode. In vertical swing mode, the lou-
vers will rotate up and down to circulate more air.
When the unit is o , press the Up and Down Swing But-
ton and “+” at the same timeto enable stationary swing
mode. Stationary Swing mode allows for more control
over the way the louvers swing up and down. The Swing
icon on the Remote LCD will blink twice when this is
Blinks for 2 Seconds
In Stationary Swing mode, press the Up and Down
Swing Button to change the swing pattern per below:
Disable Stationary Swing Mode by pressing the Up and
Down Swing Button and “+” button at the same time.
The Swing Icon on the Remote LCD will blink twice
when this is disabled.
REMOTE CONTROL
MODE MODE BUTTON
ON/OFF ON/OFF BUTTON
FAN FAN BUTTON
- / + - / + BUTTONS
SWING BUTTON
AUTO
COOL
DRY
FAN
HEAT
Low Speed Medium Speed
High Speed
SIGNAL TRANSMITTER
BLOW