Whirlpool WHAP081AW User manual

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Portable Air Conditioner
Use and Care Guide
Table of Contents
Table des matières
Climatiseur
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Acondicionador de Aire para
Manual de uso y cuidado
Indice
AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY ........................................... 2
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................... 2
PARTS AND FEATURES .................................................. 3
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................... 5
USING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER.................................. 8
CARE AND CLEANING.................................................. 10
TROUBLESHOOTING.................................................... 11
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................... 12
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE........................................... 12
XLS PRODUCTS WARRANTY FOR
WHIRLPOOL®AIR CONDITIONERS............................. 13
Models/Modèles/Modelos:
WHAP101AW
®/™ ©2016 Whirlpool. All rights reserved. Manufactured under license by XLS Products, Pennsylvania.
SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE ........ 26
REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN ................................... 27
PIEZAS Y CARACTERÍSTICAS ..................................... 27
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN ........................... 29
USO DE SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE .................. 32
CUIDADO Y LIMPIEZA .................................................. 34
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS........................................ 35
ESPECIFICACIONES ..................................................... 36
ASISTENCIA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO............................ 37
GARANTÍA DE XLS PRODUCTS PARA
ACONDICIONADORES DE AIRE WHIRLPOOL®.......... 38
SÉCURITÉ DU CLIMATISEUR....................................... 14
EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION ..................................... 14
PIÈCES ET CARACTÉRISTIQUES ................................ 15
INSTRUCTIONS D’INSTALLATION............................... 17
UTILISATION DE VOTRE CLIMATISEUR ..................... 20
ENTRETIEN ET NETTOYAGE........................................ 22
DÉPANNAGE .................................................................. 23
SPÉCIFICATIONS........................................................... 24
ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE........................................... 24
GARANTIE DE XLS PRODUCTS POUR
LES CLIMATISEURS WHIRLPOOL®............................. 25
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AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Unplug air conditioner before servicing.
Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed.
Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation.
The location should provide:
■Grounded electrical outlet within 6 ft (183 cm) of where the
power cord exits the air conditioner.
NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.
■Free movement of air in room to be cooled.
■A large enough opening for the air conditioner. Installation
parts are supplied for double-hung windows.
■Allow at least 10" (25 cm) clearance from walls and furniture.
NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Do not place the
unit in front of drapes or curtains; they may block the air intake.
Disposing of the unit:
■When you need to dispose of the unit, consult with your local dealer or local recycling center for information on how to
dispose of the unit in a environmentally responsible manner.
■Please recycle or dispose of the packaging material for product in an environmentally responsible manner.
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Installation Parts Supplied
Check that all parts are included in parts package.
A. Single vent window insert
panel (1)
B. Flexible vent hose (1)
C. Vent hose round connector
(1)
D. Vent hose window
connector (1)
A
B C D
PARTS AND FEATURES
Front View
Casters
Control Panel
Handle
Air Outlet
Back View
Internal tank drain
Drain tting
(for dehumidier
mode)
Air outlet
(heat
exchanger)
Air intake
(condenser)
Air Intake
(evaporator) Air lter
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Electrical Requirements
■115-volt (103.5 min. - 126.5 max.)
■0-12 amps
■15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit-breaker
■If there is a “Single Circuit Only” label on the unit,
use on a dedicated single-outlet circuit only. If a
dedicated single-outlet circuit is not available, then
it is the customer’s responsibility to have a single-
outlet circuit installed by a qualied electrician.
■If there is no “Single Circuit Only” label on the
unit, the unit may be used on any branch circuit
of correct voltage and adequate current
protection rating.
Recommended Grounding Method
This air conditioner must be grounded. This air conditioner is
equipped with a power supply cord having a grounded 3-prong
plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be
plugged into a mating, grounded 3-prong outlet, grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet
is not available, it is the customer’s responsibility to have
a properly grounded 3-prong outlet installed by a qualied
electrical installer. It is the customer’s responsibility:
■To contact a qualied electrical installer.
■To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and
in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA
70 - latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
Power Supply Cord
NOTE: Your air conditioner’s power supply cord may differ from
the one shown. This portable air conditioner is equipped with
a power supply cord required by UL. This power supply cord
contains state-of-the-art electronics that sense leakage current.
If the cord is crushed, the electronics detect leakage current and
power will be disconnected in a fraction of a second.
To test your power supply cord:
1. Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
2. Press RESET (on some models, a green light will turn on).
3. Press TEST.
4. Press and release RESET.
The power supply cord is ready for operation.
Electrical Requirements—All Models
The electrical ratings for your air conditioner are listed on the
model and serial number label. The model and serial number
label is located on the back of the air conditioner cabinet.
Specic electrical requirements are listed in the “Power Supply
Cord Electrical Requirements” chart. Follow the requirements for
the type of plug shown in the chart.
A.Test button
B. Reset button
NOTES:
■The Reset button must be pushed in for proper operation.
■The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to trip when
the test button is pressed or fails to reset.
■Do not use the power supply cord as an off/on switch. The
power supply cord is designed as a protective device.
■A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new
power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer
and must not be repaired.
■The power supply cord contains no user-serviceable parts.
Opening the tamper-resistant case voids all warranty and
performance claims.
TEST
RESET
TEST
RESET
AA
B
B
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Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
air conditioner.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
Remove Packaging Materials:
■Handle the air conditioner gently while unpacking the unit.
■Remove the carton top and lift the air conditioner from the
base pad.
■Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the air conditioner. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your ngers. Wipe with a damp cloth
and dry.
■Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, ammable
uids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.
■Be sure to check all packing materials for parts before
discarding.
■Dispose of/recycle packaging materials in an appropriate way.
Position the window slider panel in the window opening.
Install Window Slider Panel
1. Position slider panel in window
Slider panel
Extend the slider panel extension until it lls the window opening.
Be sure the vent opening in the slider panel is not covered.
Tighten the wing nut securely.
If the window is too narrow to fit the slider panel without
blocking the vent opening:
1. Loosen the wing nut and remove the slider panel extension
from the slider panel.
2. Using a hand saw, cut the slider panel extension to t the
window opening. Leave as much panel as possible without
covering the vent opening(s) in the slider panel.
3. Slider the slider panel extension back into the slider panel,
being sure the head of the retainer screw ts into the T-slot
on the slider panel extension.
Window Opening Requirements
This air conditioner may be used with standard double-hung
windows and with vertical sliding windows.
Double-Hung Window Opening Measurements:
■245⁄8" (63 cm) minimum to 471⁄4" (1.2 m) maximum
opening width
■43⁄4" (12 cm) minimum opening height
Vertical Sliding Window Opening Measurements:
■43⁄4" (12 cm) minimum opening width.
■245⁄8" (63 cm) minimum to 471⁄4" (1.2 m) maximum
opening height
IMPORTANT: For window openings between 245⁄8" (63 cm)
and 38" (99 cm), it will be necessary to cut the slider panel
extension to t the window opening.
2. Extend and secure slider panel
Wing nut
Slider panel
extension
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Insert the round connector into the exhaust port on the back of
the air conditioner. Turn clockwise to lock into place.
2. Attach vent hose to air conditioner
Position the air conditioner in the desired location.
Extend the vent hose enough to reach from the air conditoner
to the window. Be sure there are no sharp bends or kinks in the
hose.
Press the window connector end of the vent hose into the
opening on the slider panel as shown. It will clip into place.
4. Attach vent hose to slider panel
Window
connector
Slider panel
Extend both ends of the vent hose a little bit.
Thread a round connector clockwise onto one end of the vent
hose. Thread a window connector clockwise onto the other end
of the vent hose.
1. Assemble vent hose
Vent hose
Round
connector
Window
connector
Assemble Vent Hose
Slide the hose lock to the left to lock the vent hose in place.
3. Lock hose in place
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Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet
Press the RESET button on the power supply cord.
See “Electrical Requirements.”
Electrical Connection
Turn the drain port retainer plug counterclockwise to remove,
then pull out the rubber drain plug.
For future use, store in a safe location.
1. Remove drain tting plug
Drain Hose Connection (optional)
When using the air conditioner for dehumidication only, you may
attach a hose (not included) for water drainage into a oor drain.
The drain tting uses a standard garden hose connector. The
drain hose must be below the drain port on the back of the air
conditioner.
Thread the drain hose (not included) onto the drain tting on the
air conditioner. Insert the other end of the drain hose into a oor
drain or other suitable drain.
2. Install drain hose
1. Plug into grounded 3-prong outlet
TEST
RESET
TEST
RESET
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USING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER
Turning the Air Conditoner ON or OFF
Press POWER to turn the air conditoner ON or OFF.
IMPORTANT:
■If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3
minutes before turning it back on. This prevents the
air conditioner from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit
breaker.
■Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the Cool mode
when outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C). The inside
evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not
operate properly.
NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will
operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.
Display
During normal operation, display will show the
current room temperature. When the TEMP/TIME t
and s buttons are pressed, the unit will display the
set temperature or delay time.
Selecting the Mode
The Mode button has three settings:
■Cool (COOL)
■Dehumidify (DEHUM)
■Fan (FAN)
Press the MODE button until the indicator light for the desired
setting is lit.
Cooling (COOL) Mode
In cooling mode, the air conditioner cools air from the room and
vents hot air to the outdoors through the vent hose. Adjust fan
speed and the temperature setting to t your desired comfort
level. Temperature setting range is 61°F–90°F (16°C–32°C).
IMPORTANT: The vent hose must exhaust to the outdoors when
using cool mode.
Dehumidify (DEHUM) Mode
Air is dehumidied as it passes through the unit, without being
in full cooling mode. For temperatueres above 77°F (25°C), the
fan speed is adjustable. If the termperature is 77°F (25°C) or
below, the fan speed is set automatically to LOW and cannot be
adjusted.
IMPORTANT: For best results, the continuous drain hose should
be connected and the vent hose should not be exhausted to the
outside, allowing the warm air to recirculate into the room.
Fan (FAN) Mode
In this mode, only the fan will run. Air is circulated through the
room with no cooling.
NOTE: The air conditioner does not need to be vented to the
outdoors in Fan mode.
Selecting the Fan Speed
The Fan Speed has 3 settings:
■LOW
■MED
■HIGH
Press the SPEED button until the indicator light for
the desired setting is lit.
Adjusting the Temperature
Press the TEMP/TIME sand tbuttons to adjust the set
temperature up or down in 1° increments.
Temperature setting range is 61°F–90°F
(16°C–32°C). After 15 seconds, the display will
return to the current room temperature.
NOTE: Temperature may only be adjusted in
Cooling Mode.
When in TIMER mode, pressing the TEMP/TIME sand t
buttons will adjust the delay time for the air condtioner to shut off
or turn on.
Switching between Fahrenheit and Celsius:
Press both sand tbuttons at the same time to toggle the
displayed units between °F and °C.
Appearance may vary.
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Using the Timer
Auto Shut-Off
You can set the air conditoner to shut off automatically
after a set number of hours, up to 24 hours.
To set Auto Shut-Off:
1. With the air conditioner in fan mode, press TIMER.
2. Use the TEMP/TIME sand tbuttons select number of
hours, up to 24 hours.
3. After the set time, the air conditioner will turn off automatically.
Auto Start
You can set the air conditioner with the TIMER to start
automatically after a set number of hours.
1. With the air conditoner OFF, press TIMER.
2. Use the TEMP/TIME sand tbuttons to select the number
of hours before the air conditioner should turn on, up to 24
hours. The Timer indicator light will remain lit to let you know
the timer is set.
3. After the set time, the air conditioner will start automatically in
Cooling mode with the last temperature and fan settings used.
Other Functions
BUCKET FULL Indicator
This air conditioner has an internal tank to hold
accumulated water from the condenser. Normally,
this water is evaporated and exhausted to the
outside. However, in periods of high humidity, the
internal tank may become full. If this happens,
the Bucket Full indicator will be lit and the air
conditioner will turn off until the internal tank is emptied. See
“Care and Cleaning”.
Using the Remote Control
The functions on the remote control operate
the same way as the touch controls on the air
conditioner control panel.
NOTE:
■Do not drop the remote control; it may damage the remote
control.
■Remove the batteries if the remote control is not used for a
month or longer.
■Dispose of used batteries responsibly.
NOTE: The remote uses two AAA 1.5V batteries (included).
Replace batteries after approximately 6 months of use.
To remove the batteries:
Remove the battery compartment cover and remove the
batteries.
To reinstall the battery:
Place the batteries into the battery compartment as shown, then
reinstall the cover.
Replacing the batteries in the remote
Normal Operating Sounds
When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may hear
sounds such as:
■Droplets of water hitting the condenser, causing a pinging or
clicking sound. The water droplets help cool the condenser.
■Air movement from the fan.
■Clicks from the thermostat cycle.
■Vibrations or noise due to poor wall or window construction.
■A high-pitched hum or pulsating noise caused by the modern
high-efciency compressor cycling on and off.
NOTE: Remote control
may vary in appearance.
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Your new air conditioner is designed to give you many years of
dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care
for your air conditioner properly.
CARE AND CLEANING
1. Turn off the air conditioner.
2. Remove the air lter by pulling it straight out the side of the air
conditioner.
Reinstalling the air filter:
1. Reinstall the air lter in the air conditioner by reversing step 2
above.
1. Removing the air lter
Cleaning the Air Conditioner Cabinet
1. Turn off the air conditioner.
2. Wipe the air conditioner cabinet with a soft, damp cloth.
3. Wipe dry with soft cloth.
Cleaning the Air Filter
The air lter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean lter helps
remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important
for best cooling and operating efciency. Check the lter every 2
weeks to see whether it needs cleaning.
NOTE: For best performance, do not operate the air conditioner
without the lter in place.
Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air lter. If the
air lter is very dirty, wash it in warm water with
a mild detergent.
NOTE: Do not wash the air lter in the
dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners; it
may damage the lter. Air dry the air lter completely before
replacing to ensure maximum efciency.
Draining the Internal Tank
If the air conditioner turns off and the BUCKET FULL indicator is
lit, it is necessary to drain the internal tank before using the air
conditoner again.
1. Draining the internal tank
1. Turn off and unplug the air conditioner.
2. Place a pan or small bucket under the drain.
3. Remove the drain plug retainer by turning it counterclockwise.
4. Pull out the rubber drain plug.
5. Allow water to drain into pan or bucket.
6. Reinstall the rubber drain plug by pressing rmly into place.
7. Thread drain plug retainer clockwise onto drain, then tighten
hand tight.
Storing the Air Conditioner
If the air conditioner will not be used for an extended period of
time, prepare it for storage with the following steps.
1. Run the air coditioner in Fan mode for a few hours to dry any
moisture from the coils.
2. Turn off the air conditioner and unplug it. Remove the
batteries from the remote.
3. Remove the drain plug from the internal tank to remove and
drain any remaining water from the tank. See “Draining the
Internal Tank”.
4. Remove, clean, and reinstall the air lter.
5. Remove the air hoses and window slider panel and store them
in a safe place.
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
air conditioner.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
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