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Problem 

Possible Cause 

Solution 

Air conditioner 
cooling, but room 
is too warm - 

NO 

ice forming on 
cooling coil behind 
front grill. 

Dirty air filter- air 
restricted.  

Clean air filter. Refer to Installation 
and Cleaning section. 

Temperature is set too 
High.  

Set to a Lower temperature. 

The directional louvers on 
the front are positioned 
improperly.  

Position louvers for better air 
distribution. 

Front of unit is blocked by 
drapes, blinds, furniture, 
etc. and is restricting air 
distribution.  

Clear blockage in front of unit. 

Doors, windows, registers, 
etc. are open and cold air 
is escaping.  

Close doors, windows, registers. 

Unit recently turned on in 
hot room.  

Allow additional time for unit to 
remove stored heat from walls, 
ceiling, floor and furniture. 

Air conditioner 
turns on and off 
frequently. 

Dirty air filter- air 
restricted. 

Clean air filter. 

Outside temperature is 
extremely hot.  

Set FAN speed to a Higher setting to 
push more air through the coils. 

Noise when unit is 
cooling. 

Air movement sound.  

This is normal. If too loud, set to a 
slower FAN setting. 

Window vibration - poor 
installation.  

Refer to installation instructions or 
check with installer. 

Water dripping 
INSIDE when unit 
is cooling. 

Improper installation.  

Tilt air conditioner slightly downward 
toward the outside to allow water 
drainage. Refer to installation 
instructions - check with installer. 

Water dripping 
OUTSIDE when 
unit is cooling. 

Unit removing large 
quantity of moisture from 
humid room.  

This is normal during very humid 
days. 

Room too cold 

Set temperature is too 
low.  

Increase the set temperature. 

Set temperature 
cannot be adjusted 

The unit is in Auto mode 

Press the Mode button on the 
control panel or remote to take the 
unit out of Auto mode 

Summary of Contents for CAC8000W

Page 1: ...ndow Air Conditioner Owner s Manual For more information on other great EdgeStar and Koldront products on the web go to https www edgestar com To use the EdgeStar self diagnostic tool go to https supp...

Page 2: ...his unit near flammable gases combustibles or in close proximity to heating appliances During operation do not remove any part of the outside casing Electrical Requirements A 115 volt 103 5 minimum 12...

Page 3: ...hould trip the plug and cut the power to the air conditioner If the plug does not trip and you are able to turn on the unit please contact EdgeStar support DO NOT USE YOUR WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER IF TH...

Page 4: ...nit for Installation 4 Installing Air Conditioner Into a Slider Window 8 Installing Air Conditioner Into a Casement Window 9 CONTROL PANEL OPERATIONS 10 Using the Control Panel 10 REMOTE OPERATIONS 13...

Page 5: ...back of your unit and are needed to obtain warranty service You may also want to staple your receipt to this manual as it is the proof of your purchase and is also needed for service under your warran...

Page 6: ...2 Parts Identification Side View Front View CAUTION Make sure the drain plug is firmly installed before using the unit to prevent leaking...

Page 7: ...choose one that is near an electrical outlet that will be able to provide sufficient power to your unit See the power requirements listed on the product label printed on the side or the back of your...

Page 8: ...rt brace and test again 2 Measure 8 11 16 from the window jamb and lightly draw a line in pencil NOTE When choosing your window make sure power supply cord is within 6 feet of a grounded 3 prong outle...

Page 9: ...sealing strip on the inner track 5 Securely attach a siding protection board to the side of the house 6 Place the window platform with the platform tab against the inside of the window track Fasten t...

Page 10: ...ng three 8x3 8 screws item 17 in the parts supplies list per channel When fastening the screws start with the top screw and make sure that the curved ends on the long end of the channel face back towa...

Page 11: ...4 screws from the front panel 2 Press firmly on both sides of the metal case close to the front panel and pull the front panel out and up to release it from the case 3 Remove the four 4 screws on the...

Page 12: ...he window does not fit snugly against the window panel frame it can be secured with screws Using the partially plugged holes in the window panel frame drill 1 8 pilot holes for the screws Secure the w...

Page 13: ...ir Conditioner Into a Casement Window Follow the steps listed below to install the air conditioner into the window 1 Using two 2 or more persons safely lift the air conditioner into the windowsill on...

Page 14: ...9 64 diameter pilot holes in the side window jambs Secure the side channels using two 8 32x3 4 self threading screws 4 Replace the front panel by reversing the steps in the Remove the Front Panel sect...

Page 15: ...set temperature cannot be adjusted It will start automatically at a speed calibrated to the actual room temperature To Operate in Cool Mode When the unit is set to Cool mode it will cool the room to...

Page 16: ...s and then one 1 hour increments up to 24 hours The selected time will register in five 5 seconds and the system will automatically revert back to display the previous temperature setting or room temp...

Page 17: ...e will send the ambient temperature value to the air conditioner every 10 minutes Fan and temperature adjustments are then made according to the temperature measured at the remote s location Sleep Thi...

Page 18: ...switch the temperature display between Celsius and Fahrenheit Light Function While the unit is either off or on you may hold the and Fan buttons simultaneously for three 3 seconds to turn the LED disp...

Page 19: ...n 2 Grasp the filter pull up and out 3 Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water Rinse the filter thoroughly 4 Gently shake excess water from the filter Be sure the filter is t...

Page 20: ...by the fan Gurgle Hiss Gurgling or Hissing noise may be heard due to refrigerant passing through the evaporator during normal operation Vibration The unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor wa...

Page 21: ...a warmer climate Minimize the heat sources direct sunlight computers servers people etc in the room Close all windows and doors Use the unit in a contained room For example a room with four walls and...

Page 22: ...el cold enough Room temperature is below 61 17 Cooling will not occur until room temperature rises above 61 17 Temperature sensor behind the front grill and air filter is touching the cold evaporator...

Page 23: ...ner turns on and off frequently Dirty air filter air restricted Clean air filter Outside temperature is extremely hot Set FAN speed to a Higher setting to push more air through the coils Noise when un...

Page 24: ...roduct Casement Window Air Conditioner Model CAC8000W Voltage Frequency 115V 60Hz Cooling Capacity BTUs 8000 Current 6 5A Color White Refrigerant R410A 18 34 oz Timer 24 Hour Dimensions W x D x H 14 1...

Page 25: ...on or commercial use Labor service transportation and shipping charges for the removal and replacement of defective parts beyond the initial 24 month period Products that have been modified to perform...

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