Soleus Air KY-28U User manual

KY-28U
Portable
Air Conditioner
Cooling
Heating
Dehumidifying
Fan
Please read this owner's
Manual carefully before
operating the unit.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................... 3
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ....................................................................................................................... 3
PACKAGE CONTAINS: ................................................................................................................................ 3
NAMES OF PARTS ...................................................................................................................................... 4
INSTALLATION BEFORE USE .................................................................................................................... 5
CONTROL PANEL AND LCD DISPLAY ...................................................................................................... 7
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................................. 8
OPERATION USING CONTROL PANEL ..................................................................................................... 9
OPERATION USING REMOTE CONTROLLER ........................................................................................ 10
CONDENSATE WATER DRAINAGE ......................................................................................................... 14
MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................... 16
TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................................ 17
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................ 18
DISCLAIMER .............................................................................................................................................. 19
CONTACT INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................ 19
WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................................ 20
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Soleus Air KY28U portable air-conditioner. This unit is designed
for improving living and working comfort by providing cooling, dehumidifying and fan functions
only with a minimum installation required. With its whisper quite operation and attractive
design, you will enjoy the convenience and comfort that this unit provides for many years to
come.
When operating as an air conditioner, this unit is designed for spot cooling or cooling for a room
no larger than 300 square feet with the standard ceiling height.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Before you use your portable air conditioner, please read this operation manual carefully.
l) Never use or store gasoline or other flamlnable vapor or liquid near this unit.
2) Maintain at least 10" (25 CM) clearance space from this unit. Avoid air inlet or
outlet grilles from being covered or closed off.
3) The power supply must be properly grounded.
4) Do not use an adapter plug or extension cord.
5) Do not use the unit in the immediate surroundings of a bath, a shower or a
swimming pool.
6) Do not let children play near this unit.
PACKAGE CONTAINS:
Mobile Air Conditioner
Air Exhaust Duct
Exhaust Duct Window Kit Adapter
Remote Controller
AAA Batteries (2)
Window Kit - 3 Sliding Panels
Window Kit Fastener Screws (4)
Continuous Drainage Tubing Pipe
Exhaust Outlet Wall Cover
User Manual
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NAMES OF PARTS
Front View
control panel
upper air outlet
handle
lower air
inlet grille
Back View
Exhaust Duct
Terminal upper air iMet
grill with filter
continuous
drainage
_OW_r COIr_
hot air exhaust
outlet
water
tank
lower _tir
inlet grille
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Exhaust Duct
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/
/
Unit Terminal
End
Exhaust
Duct
Window Kits
INSTALLATION BEFORE USE
l) Condensate Water Tank Float Lid
You must install the water tank float lid before first use of the portable air conditioner
following these procedures:
a)
b)
Hold the water tank and draw it out slowly.
Remove water tank float lid and packing material
from the water tank.
c) Insert the float lid into the water tank by inserting one side of the hinge into the
hinge holder on the water tank and then sliding the other side into its place.
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The water tank float lid should be
able to move up and down freely
after correct installment.
d_ Insert the complete water tank back
to the air conditioner unit.
Exhaust Duct
F_g.1 c)
When you use the unit as an air conditioner, the hot exhaust air must be directed out of
the room. The exhaust duct is used to allow the hot air out. DO NOT 1NSTALL OR
USE THE EXHAUST DUCT WHEN THE U2qIT IS OPERATED AS A
DEHUMIDIFIER OR FAN.
a_
b_
Slid exhaust connector all the
over the discharge opening of
Mount the external end of the
duct onto a hole of 5 */4"(132
wall for optional wall hot air
installation, or
way down
the unit.
exhaust
mm) on the
outlet
c._ Connect the window kit adaptor to the external end of the
exhaust duct for a window or sliding door hot air outlet
installation.
NOTE: In order to increase the efficiency, the exhaust duct should
be keep as short and straight as possible. The exhaust hose can be
cut shorter by unthreading either end of the exhaust duct counter
clockwise. It is not recommended to increase the lnanuPacturer's
length of the exhaust hose. This may impede or damage the unit.
3) Window Kit Installation
a) Open window or sliding door for approximately 5 inches (130 mm)
b_ Adjust the length of the window kit to the same length of the window or the
sliding door. Use all three panels if necessary.
c) Use screws to affix the window kit length.
d_ Place the window kit to the window or sliding door. Close the window or door as
far as it goes.
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e) Mount the window kit extension of the exhaust host onto the window kit.
f) Use screws on the window kit extension if necessary.
NOTE: When using the window kit on a window or sliding door it will cause the window
or sliding door not to be properly closed and locked. Additional security measurements
should be taken.
CONTROL PANEL AND LCD DISPLAY
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LCD DISPLAY
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Control Panel Functions
l) Power On/Off Control
Starts or Stops the Unit
2_
3_
4_
5_
6_
Mode Control
Select the functions of the unit for:
Fan Mode
Air Conditioning Mode
Heating Mode
Dehumidifying Mode
Auto Mode
Fan Speed Control
Select the fan speed for:
High
Medium
Slow
Temperature Setting Control
Select the desired temperature setting by pressing either Aor v key when using the unit in
cooling function. It is recommended to set the temperature before selecting the
operational mode.
Timer Control
Set time to start or to stop the unit. When the unit is running, the timer will shut off the
unit in the number of hours set. When the unit is off, the timer will start the unit in the
number of hours set.
Sleep Control
Activate sleep mode of the air conditioner. Use the Hr button to set the timer from 1 to 7
hours of operation. In the sleep mode, the air conditioner adjusts the temperature
according to the time automatically to save power and keep the room comfortable for
sleeping.
NOTE: This control key does not function during the Auto mode.
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OPERATION USING CONTROL PANEL
I) Cooling Operation
a) Be sure that the drain tank is properly placed in the unit.
b) Install the exhaust duct properly.
c) Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet.
d) Turn on the unit by pressing the On/Off Button on the control panel.
For Manual Mode:
Press the Mode Button until the snowflakes and "Cool" appears on the LCD display.
a) Press the Temperature Button ^ or v until the desired room
temperature appears on the LCD. The temperature ranges from
C-. 0 °C).61°F-86 °F (16 o 3
b) Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan Speed Button.
For Auto Mode:
a) Press the Mode Button until the "Auto" appears on the LCD display. In the Auto
Mode, the factory set microprocessor controls the temperature and fan speed for
optimal comfort.
NOTE: During hot days, the unit will cool off the room most efficiently by setting the
temperature at the lowest and the fan speed at the highest. Reducing the length of the exhaust
duct and insulating the exhaust duct and keeping direct sunlight to a minimum will also improve
the cooling efficiency.
2) Dehumidifying Operation
a)
b)
c)
d)
Be sure that the drain tank is properly placed in the unit.
Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet.
Turn on the unit by pressing the On/Off Button on the control panel.
Press the Mode Button until the bucket and dropping water and "DRY" appears
on the LCD display.
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NOTE: Do not use the exhaust duct when the unit is running at dehumidifying model. You must
remove the exhaust duct from the unit. When the unit is running at dehumidifying mode, the fan
speed cannot be adjusted.
Keep the windows and the doors closed to aid the effectiveness of the unit in removing the
moisture from the room.
3) Fan Operation
a)
b)
c)
d)
Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet.
Turn on the unit by pressing the On/Off Button on the control panel.
Press the Mode Button until "FAN" appears on the LCD display.
Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan Speed Button.
NOTE: When the unit is running on fan mode, the exhaust duct is inoperative and is not required.
4) Heating Operation
a) Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet.
b) Turn on the unit by pressing the On/Off Button on the control panel.
c) Press the Mode Button until "Heating Symbol" appears on the LCD display.
d) Press the Temperature Button/_ or v until the desired room
temperature appears on the LCD. The temperature ranges from 61
oF-86 oF (16 °C-30 °C).
e) Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan Speed Button.
NOTE: When the unit is running on fan mode, the exhaust duct is inoperative and is not required.
OPERATION USING REMOTE CONTROLLER
The remote controller provided with the unit may operate this portable air conditioner. The
remote controller uses two - AAA batteries (provided). Install the batteries before using the
remote controller.
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