Soleus Air HCC-W12ES-A1 User manual

Models
HCC-W12ES-A1
HCC-W15ES-A1
Electronic Window A/C
Operating Instructions

Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air Air Conditioner. This owner’s manual will proide you with valu-
able 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 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): ______________________________
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before installing and using your air conditioner, please read this owner’s manual carefully. Store this
manual in a safe place for future reference. Your safety and the safety of others is very important to
us. Please pay attention to all safety messages outlined in this owner’s manual.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow
the following basic precautions:
This is a safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can harm you orothers or evencause
death.
All safety messages will directly follow the safety alert symbol and/or the words
“DANGER”or “WARNING”.
Failure to immediately follow these
instructions may cause serious injury
or even death.
All Safety messages alert you of potential hazards, how to reduce the chance of injury,
and what can happen if instructions are not followed correctly.
• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Do not remove the ground prong.
• Do not use a plug adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Unplug the air conditioner before servicing
• Use two or more people to move and install the air
conditioner
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LCDI POWER CORD AND PLUG
This air conditioner is equipped with an LCDI (Leakage Current Detection and Interruption) power cord
and plug as required by US National Electric Code 440.65. This cord consists of a length of shielded flexi-
ble cord with no termination on the load side and a LCDI attachment plug on the line side.
The LCDI power cord and plug will remove the supply source via electrical disconnect (circuit trip) if the
nominal current leakage between the cord shield and either load conductor exceeds a predetermined
value. The cord will remain de-energized until the devise has been manually reset. This is intended to re-
duce the risk of a fire in the power cord or combustible materials nearby. The cord shields are not grounded
and they must be considered a shock hazards if exposed. The cord shield must not be connected to ground
or to any exposed metal.
The test and reset buttons on the LCDI Plug are used to check if the plug is functioning properly. To test:
1. Plug power cord into wall outlet. The LED light will turn on.
2. Press TEST Button, circuit should trip, cutting power to the air conditioner. When this occurs,
3. Press RESET button to restore power to the machine. Once power is restored, the LED light
will turn on again.
If test button is pressed and unit can still be turned on, current leakage has been detected. Do not use the
air conditioner or attempt to reset the LCDI Plug. Contact Soleus Air Customer Service for troubleshooting
recommendations.
WARNING:
1. DO NOT press the TEST button while the air conditioner is operating.
2. The TEST and RESET buttons should not be used as “ON” and “OFF” switches.
3. The cord and plug are not intended to offer protection to externally connected loads or supply circuits.
4. The cord and plug are intended for indoor use only.
LED LIGHT
the LED light will turn off.
Note: Your units power cord and plug may differ from the one shown.

PARTS LIST
TOOLS NEEDED
Large Flathead Screwdriver
Tape Measurer
Adjustable Wrench or Pliers
Pencil
Level
Socket Wrenches
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Non-Hardware Packing List
• Window Air Conditioner (1)
• AAA Batteries (2)
• Top Mounting Rail (1)
• Foam Gasket (1)
• Curtains (2)
• Window Sash Seal (1)
• Foam Seal for Bottom Rail (1)
• Owner’s Manual (1)
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SPECIFICATIONS
• Noise level is measured at a distance of 3.28 ft away from the front of the unit in cooling mode.
• Power consumption is measured when the fan runs at the highest speed setting.
• These specifications are for reference only. For actual data, please refer to the rating label on the back of the unit.
Model HCC-W12ES-A1 HCC-W15ES-A1
Power Supply (Ph/V/Hz) 1/115/60 1/115/60
Rated Cooling Capacity (BTU/h) 12,000 14,500
Cooling Power Input (Watts) 1,062 1,290
Rated Current Cooling (Amperage) 11.8 11.5
EER/C.O.P 11.3 11.2
Noise Level dB(A) (H/M/L) 59/57/55 59/57/55
Air Flow (H/M/L) CFM 265/247/229 370/347/317
Dehumidifying Capacity 65 Pints per day 75 Pints per day
Product Dimensions (W” x D” x H”) 23.625 x 25.375 x 17.75 23.625 x 25.375 x 17.75
Package Dimensions (W” x D” x H”) 26.25x 30.5 x 20.125 26.25x 30.5 x 20.125
Net/Gross Weight (Lbs) 110/128110/128
Refrigerant Type R-410A R-410A
Plug Type NEMA 5-15P NEMA 5-15P
DISCLAIMER
ALL INFORMATION AND THE TECHNICAL SPECIFI-
CATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS USER’S MANUAL
ARE THE PRESENTATION OF THE MANUFAC-
TURER. SOLEUS HOME COMFORT HAS NOT CON-
DUCTED INDEPENDENT TEST TO THE INFORMA-
TION AND THE SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED
HEREWITHIN.
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INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Window Preparation
Please read all instructions prior to installing your air conditioner. Two people are recommended to install this product. If
a new electrical outlet is required, have the outlet installed by a qualified electrician before installing the unit.
Before installing the unit, check the dimensions of your window to make sure the air conditioner will fit. This unit is made
to fit inside a standard double-hung window. Make sure the window is in good shape and able to firmly hold the needed
screws. If not, make repairs prior to installing the unit.
Storm Window Requirements
A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt properly which in turn will keep it from draining properly. To
adjust for this, attach a board or piece of wood to the sill. The board or wood piece should have a depth of at least 1 1/2”.
Make sure the board or piece of wood is approximately 1/2” higher than the storm window frame. This will allow the air
conditioner to tilt enough for proper drainage. (See FIG. 2).
Prior to Installing the Air Conditioner
1. Check for anything that could block airflow. Check the area outside of the window for things such as shrubs, trees, or
awnings. Check the inside area to make sure curtains, drapes, or blinds will not prevent proper airflow.
2. Check the available electrical outlet. The power supply must be the same as shown on the unit serial nameplate
(located on the left side of the unit, near the front faceplate). Be sure the outlet is close enough for the power cord to
reach.
3. Carefully unpack the air conditioner. Remove all packing material and make sure the floor is protected when remov-
ing. Due to the large size of this air conditioner, two people should move the unit together.
Model HCC-W15ES-A1
Unit Height 17 6/8”
Unit Width 23 5/8”
Min. Window Opening (See
FIG 1)
19”
Min. Window Width 31
Max Window Width 43
HCC-W12ES-A1
17 6/8”
23 5/8”
19”
31
43
When handling the unit, be careful to avoid cuts from
the sharp metal edges and aluminum fins on the front
and rear coils.
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INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS - WINDOW MOUNTING
REMOVE CHASSIS
1. Pull down the front panel and remove the filter.(See Fig. 3)
2. Lift the front panel upwards to remove and place to the side.
3. Locate the four faceplate screws and remove. These screws will need to be re-installed prior to mounting the air con-
ditioner.(See Fig. 4)
4. After removing the screws, gently pull away the faceplate from the air conditioner cabinet. Remove the ground screw
and save for reinstallation later.(See Fig. 5& 6)
5. Remove the two screws from top of the unit. (See Fig. 7) Hold the cabinet while pulling on the base handle, and care-
Fig. 3 Fig. 4
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
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fully remove the unit.
Fig. 7

ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Placing the Cabinet Inside the Window
1. Open the window and place the cabinet in the middle
of the window sill.
2. Make sure the bottom rail is seated over the window
sill as shown below. Bring the window down temporar-
ily behind the top mounting rail to hold the cabinet in
3. Fasten cabinet to window sill using three Long Screws.
Pre-drill holes if needed. Add the bottom rail seal over
the screws. (See Fig. 11)
Top Angle Rail and Side Bracket Installation
1. Place the air conditioner on a hard flat surface.
2. Locate the top mounting rail.
3. Attach the top mounting rail to the unit with short
screws. (See Fig. 8)Higher side of the rail to be
4. Insert top and bottom legs of window filler panel frame
into channel in the top angle and bottom rail. Do both
sides. Install side retainer to cabinet. (See Fig. 9)
Fig. 8
SILL
STOOL
ANGLE
LONG SCREW 

8
facing inside the room.
5. Fasten the curtains to the unit with short screws.
(See Fig. 10)
Fig. 9
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
place.

Install Support Brackets
1. Hold each support bracket flush against the outside of
the window sill. Tighten each bracket to the bottom of
the cabinet as shown below. Mark the brackets at top
lever of the window sill and then remove.
2. Assemble the sill angle brackets to the support brack-
ets at the marked position as shown above. Hand
tighten, but not all the way for any changes that may
need to be made later during installation.
3. Install the support brackets (with sill angle brackets
attached) to the bottom of the cabinet as shown below.
4. Tighten all 6 bolts securely.
Install the Window Lock and Sash Seal
1. Trim the sash seal to fit the width of the window. Insert
the sash seal into space between the upper and lower
sashes.
2. Attach the right angle safety lock as shown below.
MARK
SCREW &
LOCKNUTS
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Installing the Chassis into the Cabinet
1. Team lift (two people) the air conditioner chassis and
carefully slide it into the cabinet. Let the front of the air
conditioner hang out approximately 6”.
2. CAUTION: DO NOT PUSH ON THE CONTROLS OR
FINNED COILS.
3. Be sure the chassis is firmly seated in the back of the
cabinet.
4. Insert all screws removed during window installation
and reattach the front face plate, front panel, and the
air filter. Use the REMOVE CHASSIS instructions and
figures 3-7on page 7 for reference.
Secure the Air Conditioner
1. Secure the left and right flanges on the lower end sides
of the panel with long screws. (See Fig. 12)
2. Drive locking screws through upper frame holes into
window sash.
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Extend the Curtain Panels
1. Carefully raise the window to expose the curtain panel
and panel frame. Extend the curtain panels to fill the
window opening.
2.
Place the curtain lock between the curtain extentions
and the window sill, drive locking screws through the
lock and into the sill.
Fig. 12