Soleus Air KY-320 User manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 1
IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS 1
PACKAGECONTAINS: 1
NAMES OF PARTS 2
INSTALLATION BEFORE USE 3
CONTROL PANEL AND LCD DISPLAY 5
CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS 6
OPERATION USING CONTROL PANEL 7
OPERATION USING REMOTE CONTROLLER 8
CONDENSATEWATERDRAINAGE 11
MAINTENANCE 12
TROUBLESHOOTING 14
TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS 15
DISCLAIMER 15
CONTACTINFORMATION 15
ELECTRICPRINCIPLEDRAWING 16
WARRANTY 17

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Soleus Air KY32U portable air-conditioner. This unit is designed for
improvinglivingandworkingcomfortbyprovidingcooling,dehumidifyingandfanfunctionsonlywitha
minimuminstallationrequired.Withitswhisperquiteoperationandattractivedesign,youwillenjoythe
convenienceandcomfort thatthisunit providesformany yearstocome.
When operating as an air conditioner, this unit is designed for spot cooling or cooling for a room no
largerthan350squarefeetwiththestandardceilingheight.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
Before you use your portable air conditioner, please read this operation manual carefully.
1)Neveruse orstore gasolineor otherflammable vaporor liquidnearthisunit.
2)Maintainat least 10” (25CM)clearance space fromthisunit. Avoidairinlet or outlet grilles
frombeing coveredorclosed off.
3)Thepower supplymustbe properlygrounded.
4)Do not use an adapter plug or extension cord.
5)Donot usethe unitin theimmediate surroundingsof abath,ashoweror aswimming pool.
6) Donotletchildrenplaynearthisunit.
PACKAGE CONTAINS:
MobileAirConditioner
AirExhaustDuct
ExhaustDuctWindowKitAdapter
RemoteController
AAABatteries (2)
WindowKit -3Sliding Panels
Window Kit Fastener Screws (4)
ContinuousDrainageTubingPipe
ExhaustOutletWallCover
UserManual

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NAMES OF PARTS
FrontView
BackView
control panel
upper air outlet
handle
lower air
inlet grille
Signal
Receptor
upper air inlet
grill with filter
power cord
hot air exhaust
outlet
lower air
inlet grille
water
tank
continuous
drainage
Exhaust Duct
Terminal

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ExhaustDuct
WindowKits
INSTALLATION BEFORE USE
1) Condensate Water Tank Float Lid
Youmustinstallthewatertankfloatlidbeforefirstuseoftheportableairconditionerfollowing
theseprocedures:
a) Hold the water tank and draw it out slowly.
b) Removewatertankfloatlidandpackingmaterial
fromthe water tank.
c) Insertthe floatlidintothewater tankby insertingone sideofthehingeinto the
hingeholder on thewater tank andthensliding theotherside into itsplace. The
Fig.1 b)
Floater
Water
Tank

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watertankfloat lid should be able to
moveupand down freely after correct
installment.
d) Insert the complete water tank back to
theairconditionerunit.
2) ExhaustDuct
Whenyou use the unitas an airconditioner, the hotexhaustair must bedirected out oftheroom.
Theexhaustductisusedtoallow thehotair out. DONOTINSTALLORUSETHE EXHAUST
DUCT WHEN THE UNIT IS OPERATED AS A DEHUMIDIFIER OR FAN.
a) Slidexhaustconnector allthe waydown over
thedischargeopeningoftheunit.
b) Mountthe externalend ofthe exhaustduct
onto a hole of 5 ¼” (132 mm) on the wall for
optionalwallhotairoutletinstallation,or
c.) Connect the window kit adaptor to the external end of the
exhaustduct fora windoworsliding doorhot airoutlet
installation.
NOTE:In orderto increasethe efficiency,the exhaustduct should
be keep as short and straight as possible. The exhaust hose can be
cutshorterbyunthreadingeither endoftheexhaustduct counter
clockwise.It is not recommendedto increase themanufacturer’s
lengthoftheexhausthose.Thismay impedeordamage theunit.
3) WindowKitInstallation
a) Openwindowor slidingdoorforapproximately5 inches(130mm)
b) Adjustthe lengthof thewindow kitto thesame lengthofthewindowor thesliding door.
Useallthree panelsifnecessary.
c) Usescrewstoaffix thewindowkitlength.
d) Place the window kit to the window or sliding door. Close the window or door as far as
it goes.
e) Mountthewindow kitextension ofthe exhausthostontothewindow kit.
Fig.1 c)
Fig.2 a)
Window,
slidingdoor or
Wall
Fig.2 b)-c)

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f) Usescrewson thewindow kitextension ifnecessary.
NOTE:Whenusingthewindowkitonawindoworslidingdooritwillcausethewindoworslidingdoor
notto be properly closedandlocked. Additional security measurementsshouldbe taken.
CONTROL PANEL AND LCD DISPLAY
CONTROL PANEL
LCDDISPLAY

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Control Panel Functions
1) PowerOn/OffControl
Starts or Stops the Unit
2) ModeControl
Selectthefunctionsoftheunitfor:
Fanonly
AirConditioningonlyDehumidifyingonly
AutoControl
3) Fan Speed Control
Selectthe fan speed for:
High
Medium
Slow
4) TemperatureSettingControl
Selectthedesiredtemperaturesettingbypressingeither/\or\/ keywhenusingtheunitincooling
function. Itis recommendedto setthetemperature beforeselecting theoperational mode.
5) TimerControl
Settime tostartor tostop theunit. Whenthe unitis running, thetimer willshut off theunit inthe
numberof hoursset. When theunit isoff, thetimer willstarttheunitin thenumber ofhours set.
6) SleepControl
Activatesleep modeof theair conditioner. Use theHr buttonto setthe timerfrom 1to7hoursof
operation. In the sleep mode, the air conditioner adjusts the temperature according to the time
automaticallyto savepower andkeep theroom comfortablefor sleeping.
NOTE:Thiscontrol keydoesnotfunctionduring theAutomode.

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OPERATION USING CONTROL PANEL
1) CoolingOperation
a) Besure that the draintank is properly placed inthe unit.
b) Installtheexhaustductproperly.
c) Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet.
d) Turnon theunit bypressingthe On/OffButton onthecontrol panel.
ForManual Mode:
Press the Mode Button until the snowflakes andCoolappears on the LCD display.
a) PresstheTemperatureButton/\or\/untilthedesiredroomtemperatureappearsontheLCD.
The temperature ranges from 61F-86F (16C-30C).
b) Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan Speed Button.
For Auto Mode:
a) Pressthe ModeButton until theAutoappearson theLCD display. Inthe AutoMode, the
factoryset microprocessorcontrolsthe temperatureand fanspeedfor optimalcomfort.
NOTE:Duringhotdays,theunitwillcoolofftheroommostefficientlybysettingthetemperatureatthe
lowest and the fan speed at the lowest. Reducing the length of the exhaust duct and insulating the
exhaustductandkeepingdirectsunlighttoaminimumwillalsoimprovethecoolingefficiency.
2) DehumidifyingOperation
a) Besure that the draintank is properly placed inthe unit.
b) Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet.
c) Turnon theunit bypressingthe On/OffButton onthecontrol panel.
d) PresstheMode Button untilthe bucket and droppingwater and DRY appears onthe LCD
display.

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NOTE:Donotusetheexhaustductwhentheunitisrunningatdehumidifyingmodel. Youmustremove
theexhaustductfromtheunit. Whentheunitisrunningatdehumidifyingmode,thefanspeedcannotbe
adjusted.
Keep the windows and the doors closed to aid the effectiveness of the unit in removing the moisture
fromtheroom.
3) FanOperation
a) Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet.
b) Turnon theunit bypressingthe On/OffButton onthecontrol panel.
c) Press the Mode Button untilFANappears on the LCD display.
d) Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan Speed Button.
NOTE:Whentheunitis runningonfanmode,the exhaustduct isinoperativeand isnot required.
OPERATION USING REMOTE CONTROLLER
The remote controller provided with the unit may operate this portable air conditioner. The remote
controllerusestwo-AAAbatteries(provided). Installthebatteriesbeforeusingtheremotecontroller.
NOTE:TheinformationdisplayedontheLCDofthe remotecontrollerwillonlybetransmittedtothe
airconditioner when theOn/Off,Transmit, Sleep orAuto buttons(transmittingbuttons) arepressed.
AnychangesmadetotheLCDdisplaywillbereversedtotheprevioussettingifnoneofthetransmitting
buttons is pressed within 15 seconds after the changes are made.
NOTE: Whenthe remotecontroller isoff, theLCD onlydisplays thecurrenttime.

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REMOTECONTROLLER
1) Set Clock
a) PressOn/Off key to turn on theremotecontroller
b) Press left side (Hour) or right side (Minute) of the Time Adjustment key until the LCD
displaysthecorrecttime.
c) Press the Transmit key to set time.
2) CoolingOperation
a) Press the On/Off key to turn on the remote controller
b) Press the Mode key until the LCD displays “COOL”
c) Press either /\ of \/ key of the Temperature key until the LCD displays the desired
temperature.
LCD DISPLAY
MODE KEY
TEMPERATURE KEY
FAN SPEED KEY
TIMER KEY
TIME ADJUSTMENT KEY
DEHUMIDIFYING KEY
TRANSMITTING KEY
AUTO MODE KEY
ON/OFF KEY
SLEEPING MODE KEY

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d) Press the Fan Speed key until the LCD displays the desired fan speed.
e) PresstheTransmitkey.
NOTE: When pressing the Mode Key, the LCD displays “COOL”, “FAN” AND “HEAT”. This
KY-32Uunitdoesnothave aheatingfunction.
3) DehumidifyingOperation
a) Press the On/Off key to turn on the remote controller
b) PressDehumidifying key. “DRY”will appearontheLCDdisplay.
c) PresstheTransmitkey.
4) Fan Operation
a) Press the On/Off key to turn on the remote controller
b) Press the Mode key unit “FAN” appears on the LCD display.
c) Press the Fan Speed key until the LCD displays the desired fan speed.
d) PresstheTransmitkey.
5) Auto Mode
a) Press the On/Off key to turn on the remote controller
b) Press the Auto key. “AUTO” will appears on the LCD display.
6) Timer
a) Press the On/Off key to turn on the remote controller
b) Press the Timer key. “TIMER” will appear on the LCD display.
c) Press the Time Adjustment key until the LCD displays the desired number of hours for the
operation.
d) PresstheTransmitkey.

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7) Sleep Mode
a) Press the On/Off key to turn on the remote controller.
b) Press the Sleep key. “Sleep” will appear on the LCD display.
c) Press either /\ of \/ key of the Temperature key until the LCD displays the desired
temperature.
d) Press the Fan Speed key until the LCD displays the desired fan speed.
e) PressTimer andTimeAdjustment keysuntiltheLCD displaysthedesiredoperation hours.
f) Press the Transmit key.
CONDENSATE WATER DRAINAGE
1) InternalWaterTank
Whenoperatingincoolingordehumidifyingmode,thecondensatewaterwilldrainintotheinternal
water tank. Depending on the surrounding humidity, the unit can continuously operate for 2 to
12 hours before the internal water tank is full. When the internal water tank gets full, the LCD
window shows error code “E4” and a beep alarm will sound eight times for 15 seconds. The
compressorstopsrunningandthefanwillcontinuetoruninthesetspeedforthreeminutesbefore
theentireunitautomaticallyshutsoff.
Whenthe watertankis full,take outtheentire watertank slowly anddiscard thewater inside the
tank,place it backto its originalposition. You willthen be abletoturn ontheunit again.
Ifyou wanttotakeoutthe internaltank beforeit isfullofwater,pleasestopthe unitfirst. Wait for
3minutesbefore takingoutthe watertankto preventthecondensate waterfromdischarging into
theunit.
NOTE: Do not take out the water tank when the unit is running on either cooling or dehumidifying
modeorthealarmwill soundandthecompressorstops. The modewill automaticallychangeto FAN
modeandthecompressorwillrequireapproximately3minutestorestarttothecooling/dehumidifying
cycle.
2) ContinuousDrainage
Theunitcanoperateoncontinuousdrainagemode. Whentheunitisoperatingoncontinuousdrainage

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mode, condensate water does not go to the internal water tank. Condensate is discharged by gravity
through the drainage tubing to either an external tank (not provided) or to a condensate water pump
device(Optional Item). Whenthe unitisoperating oncontinuous drainagemode, itcanoperate con-
tinuouslywithoutperiodicstops toemptythewatertank.
a) Pull out the plug of the drainage spout.
b) Push/Click down the drainage spout and make it
directdownward.
c) Hold down the drainage spout, and then connect the
drainagetubingintodrainagespout.
d) Place the other end of the drainage tubing into either
an external water tank or the receptor of a
condensatewater pump.
NOTE: Beverycarefulwhenusinganexternalwatertank. Theunitwillnotshutoff automatically
whenanexternalwatertankisfull. Spill water can cause substantial damages to carpet, furniture
andothervaluables.
Donotuselengthydrainagetubingwithoutacondensate waterpump.
MAINTENANCE
Note: Make sure power is off and the plug is pulled out of the power outlet before performing any
Normal Operation
Mode
Continuous Drainage
Mode
Drainage
tubing

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maintenanceactivities.
1) Cleanorreplacefilter
Iftheairfilterisblockedwithalotofdust, theairflowvolumewill
reduce. It is recommended to clean the filter once every two weeks
or as needed.
a) Push down the two tabs on the filter cover and pull outwards
toremove theentire filterand cover.
b) Carefully,taketheairfilteroutofthefiltercover.
c) Washtheairfilterbyimmersingitgentlyintowarm(about
104 F) water with a neutral detergent. Rinse the filter and dry
itthoroughlyinashadedplace.
d) Attachthefiltertothefiltercoverwiththeattachmenthooksontheinsidesurfaceofthecover.
e) Place the bottom of the filter cover into the
holes in the unit case. Push the cover back
intoitsoriginalposition.
f) If the filter is torn or unusable, order a new
filterbycallingthecontactsectionofthis
manual.
2) Case
a) Keep the unit from being exposed directly to the sun for possible color fading.
b) Clean the surface with a damp cloth. Dry it with a soft towel.
3) Storing the Unit for an Extended Period of Time
a) Ensurethat the watertank is empty.
b) Unplugtheunit.
c) Remove the stopper from the internal water drain piping (Black Pipe) inside the water tank
compartmentand drain thewater fromthepipe. Reinsert thestopperback tothe black drain-
pipe.
d) The unit should be stored in a cool dry place.
NOTE: During normal operation do not drain water from the water black drainpipe. This water is
retainedfortherefrigerantcoilcoolingpurposeonly.
filter cover hooks

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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY
Unit does not operate Unit is unplugged Securely plug receptacle into the
power outlet
Drain tank is full Empty water tank
Water tank not installed correctly Completely insert water tank
Air exhaust is clogged Clear exhaust hose
Timer is on Cancel the timer and wait for it to
run automatically
There is a heating source in the
room Turn down or off the other heating source
Unit does not cool room
Temperature setting is too high Lower temperature setting
Air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter
Air exhaust is not installed
correctly Check the air exhaust duct to make sure that the hot exhaust
air is let out of the room freely
Room is too big or too much
ambient sunlight is reaching in This unit provides spot cooling or
cooling for a room no larger than
350 square feet with standard ceil-
ingheight
There is frost on the evaporator The unit will defrost automatically
and return to operation afterwards
There is frost on the evaporator The unit will defrost automatically
and will return to operation after-
wards
The water tank is full Empty the water tank
The water tank is not installed
correctly Completely insert the water tank
Indehumidifyingmode,nocoolair
coming out
LCD window shows “E4”
Surface is not level Place unit on a level surface
and away from obstructions
Surface is not level Place unit on a level surface
Drainage plug is loose Make sure the plug of drainage
spout is securely in place and in-
ternal black drain pipe is plugged
Power supply is unstable Turn off the unit and wait for ten
minutes before restart. Call for
technical support if the “E1” per-
sists.
Noise or vibration
Water is leaking from unit
LCD window show “E1”

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
NOTE:
1) The above cooling capacity is measured at ambient temperature of DB 86 F, WB 78 F.
2) Noise level is measured at the point where is 3.28 ft away from the front of the unit, in cooling mode.
3) Power consumption is measured when fan runs at the highest speed Specifications above are for
reference only. Please see the actual data printed on the nameplate.
DISCLAIMER
ALL INFORMATION AND THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS USER’S
MANUAL ARE THE PRESENTATION OF THE MANUFACTURER. SOLEUS INTERNATIONAL HAS NOT
CONDUCTEDINDEPENDENT TEST TOTHE INFORMATIONANDTHE SPECIFICATIONS PRE-
SENTEDHEREWITHIN.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Contact For Optional and Spare Parts
TechnicalSupport
WarrantyClaim
CustomerService
SoleusInternationalInc.
9619E. Valley Blvd., #A
El Monte, CA 91731 USA
(888)8-SOLEUS
www.soleusair.com
MODEL KY-32U
COOLING CAPACITY 12,000 BTU/H
DEHUMIDIFYING CAPACITY 1,870 OZ/DAY
POWER 1.61 HP
AIR FLOW VOLUME 13,414 CSF (225 CFM)
POWER SOURCE ~ 115 V 60 HZ
10 AMPS 1200 WATTS
SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL 52 db
NET WEIGHT 100
REFRIGERANT R22
WATER TANK VOLUME 106 OZ
COOLING
DEHUMIDIFYING 1.1 HP
DIMENSIONS BODY
PACKAGE
34 x 18 x 15 Inch
45 x 21 x 19 Inch

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ELECTRIC PRINCIPLE DRAWING
KY-32U

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WARRANTY
ONEYEARLIMITEDWARRANTY
SoleusInternational Inc.warrants theaccompanying SoleusAir KY-32UMobile AirConditionerto
befreeofdefectsinmaterialandworkmanshipfortheapplicationsspecifiedinitsoperationinstruction
for a period of ONE (1) year from the date of original retail purchase in the United States or Canada.
Iftheair conditionerexhibitsadefectin normaluse,Soleus InternationalInc.will,atits option,either
repairor replace it,free of chargewithina reasonabletimeafter the airconditioner is returnedduring
thewarrantyperiod.
Asaconditiontoanywarrantyserviceobligation,theconsumermustpresentthisWarrantyCertificate
alongwithacopyoftheoriginalpurchaseinvoice.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER:
1) Damage,accidentalorotherwise,totheairconditionerwhilein thepossessionofaconsumer
notcaused byadefect inmaterial orworkmanship;
2) Damagecausedbyconsumermisuse,tampering,orfailuretofollowthe careandspecialhan-
dlingprovisionsintheinstructions.
3) Damage to the finish of the case, or other appearance parts caused by wear.
4) Filter.
5) Damagecausedbyrepairsoralterationsoftheairconditionerbyanyoneotherthanauthorized
bySoleusInternationalInc..
6) Freightand Insurancecostforthewarranty service.
ALLIMPLIEDWARRANTIES,INCLUDINGANYIMPLIEDWARRANTYOFMERCHANTABILITYARELIM-
ITEDTOONE-YEARDURATIONOFTHISEXPRESSLIMITEDWARRANTYSOLEUSINTERNATIONALINC.
DISCLAIMSANYLIABILITYFORCONSEQUENTIALORINCIDENTALDAMAGESANDINNOEVENTSHALL
SOLEUSINTERNATIONALINC.’SLIABILITYEXCEEDTHERETAILVALUEOFTHEAIRCONDITIONERFOR
BREACHOFANYWRITTENORIMPLIEDWARRANTYWITHRESPECTTOTHISAIRCONDITIONER

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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 flexible 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 reduce 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
2. Press TEST Button, circuit should trip, cutting power to the air conditioner
3. Press RESET button for use
If a test is performed and the indicator light remains 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 recom-
mendations.
WARNING:
1.DO NOT press 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.
The cord and plug are intended for indoor use only.