Soleus Air PE3-12R-03 User manual

12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
PE3-12R-03
Operating Instructions
© 2010 Soleus Air International
Model No. PE3-12R-03
®
3092402

Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air PE3-12R-03 Portable Air Conditioner. This owner’s manual 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 Soleus Air 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): ______________________________
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 10 inches (25 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.
12) Do Not Mix Old And New Batteries. Do Not Mix Alkaline, Standard (Carbon - Zinc), Or Rechargeable (Nickel -
Cadmium) Batteries.
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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 from the front of the unit, when the unit is 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.
• 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.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
MODEL PE3-12R-03
COOLING CAPACITY 12,000 BTU/H
DEHUMIDIFYING CAPACITY 60 pts per Day
COOLING POWER USAGE
1200 Watts, 10.8 Amps
AIR FLOW VOLUME 225 CFM
POWER SOURCE 115 V~ 60 HZ
SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL ≤46 dB(A)
NET WEIGHT 81 Lbs
OPERATING
TEMPERATURE 60.8℉-107.6℉
DIMENSIONS ASSEMBLED 17.5” W × 32.75” H ×19” D
REFRIGERANT R-410A
Portable Air Conditioner
Exhaust Hoses (2)
Hose Adapters (2)
Window Kit Adapter (2)
Remote Control
AAA Batteries (2)
Window Kit - 3 Sliding Panels (1 dual hose panel, 2 extension panels)
Air Intake and Outlet Covers (2)
Owner’s Manual

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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 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.
RESET
TEST

PRODUCT DIAGRAM
Casters
Louvers
Remote Control
Signal Receptor
Control Panel (on top)
Filter Compartment
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Air Intake Cover/Filter

PARTS & ASSEMBLY
PARTS
EXHAUST HOSES
WINDOW KIT
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
INSTALLATION
When the unit is operating as an air conditioner or dehumidifier, the unit draws in fresh outdoor air and exhausts hot air
out of the room to complete the air exchange. When the unit is operating in fan mode no outdoor air exchange takes
place. The window kit and exhaust hose do not need to be installed when the unit is used as a fan.
NOTE: The supplied window kit can be installed in sliding windows and sliding glass doors up to 8 ft. long
(approximate length).
MOUNTING THE EXHAUST HOSES
• 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 hoses approximately 6 inches.
• Screw the window kit adapter onto one end of the exhaust hose clockwise. Screw the hose adapter onto
the other end of the exhaust hose clockwise. Repeat on the other exhaust hose.
• Remove outlet covers from the back of the unit by screwing them counter-clockwise, then lifting up.
• Mount the exhaust hoses onto the back of the unit by locking the hose adapters into place.
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Window Kit
Adapter
Hose
Adapter

DUAL HOSE WINDOW KIT INSTALLATION
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When using with a sliding door, it is recommended to
place the air outtake hose above the air intake hose

Window Kit Assembly
1.Parts:
A) 2 Track Screws
B) 2 Wing Nuts
C1 & C2) 2 Hose Panels, one with Two Exhaust Hose Openings
D) 1 Sliding Track Panel
2. Assembly:
First, take the Track Screws (A) and screw one into
each of the small holes found on the Hose Panels (C1
& C2).
3. Next, take the Wing Nuts (B) and tighten them around
each of the Track Screws (A). Do not tighten the Wing
Nuts (B) all the way; make sure they are somewhat loose.
4. Now, place the Sliding Track Panel (D) over the
Track Screw (A) on Hose Panel (C1).
5. Next, take the other Hose Panel (C2) and connect it
to Hose Panel (C1) by placing the Sliding Track Panel
(D) over the Track Screw (A) on Hose Panel (C2).
6. The Hose Panels (C1 &C2) should now be con-
nected using the Sliding Track Panel (D).
7. To complete the assembly, tighten the wing Nuts (B)
installed earlier. The finished Window Kit should re-
semble the image seen below.
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SINGLE HOSE EXHAUST & WINDOW KIT INSTALLATION
When you want quick spot cooling, install the PE3-12R-03 using the single hose window kit installation.
For Single Hose Installation
Install only the left exhaust hose over the circular air outlet (this outlet will be on the left side of the unit when
you are facing the back of the unit). Cover the right circular air intake using the exhaust intake cover. After
installing the hose remove the square air intake cover on the back of the unit and install the square air intake
vent with removable/washable filter.
For Single Hose Window Kit Installation
To install the window kit, follow the same directions on page 6 for dual hose installation, but instead of using
the dual hose window kit panel, use the single hose panel pictured below.
Exhaust Hose installed
onto circular air outlet
on left side
Exhaust cover installed
over circular air intake on
right side
Air Intake Cover Air Intake Vent
Single Hose Window Kit Panel
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CONTROL PANEL, DISPLAY, & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
CONTROL PANEL & MULTI-COLOR DISPLAY
CONTROL PANEL
MULTI-COLOR DISPLAY
POWER BUTTON
MODE BUTTON
TIMER BUTTONS
TEMP & TIMER SELECTION
FAN SPEED BUTTON
AUTO A/C DEHUM. FAN
FAN SPEED
TIMER ON
TIMER OFF
TEMPERATURE
AND TIMER
INDICATOR
OSCILLATION ON/OFF SLEEP MODE ON/OFFEMERGENCY
CONDENSATE-
BUCKET FULL
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SWING (LOUVER
OSCILLATION)
COMPRESSOR ON/OFF