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NORMAL SOUNDS

Sound of Rushing Air

At the front of the unit, you may

hear the sound of rushing air

being moved by the fan

High Pitched Chatter

High efficiency compressors

may have a high pitched chatter

during the cooling cycle.

Gurgle/Hiss

Gurgling or hissing noise may 

be heard due to refrigerant 

passing through evaporator 

during normal operation.

Pinging or Switching

Droplets of water hitting condenser

during normal operation may cause

pinging or switching sounds.

Vibration

Unit may vibrate and make noise

because of poor wall or window

construction or incorrect installation.

Sleep

Check

Filter

Follow

Me

Auto

On/off

Fan

High

Med 
Low

Energy

Saver

on

off

Timer

Auto

Fan

Cool
Dry

Mode

TEMP/TIMER

TEMP/TIMER

Heat

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NOTE: 

All of the pictures in this manual are for explanatory purposes only. The actual shape/look of the 

air conditioner purchased may be slightly different, but the operations and functions are similar. 

 

AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES

Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel as shown below and all its functions. 

Then, follow the symbol for the functions you desire. The unit can be controlled by the unit controls alone or with the 

remote control.

ELECTRONIC CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

 UNIT CONTROL PANEL

Heat indicator on models with 

heating capabilities only. 

TO TURN UNIT ON OR OFF:

 Press

 ON/OFF button to turn the unit on or off.

        

TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE SETTING:

Press

temperature setting.

UP/DOWN button to change the

      /     

   

NOTE:Press or hold either UP(  ) or DOWN (  ) button

until the desired temperature is seen on the display. 

This temperature will be automatically maintained 

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O

O

O

anywhere between 62 F(17 C) and 86 F(30 C). If 

you want the display to read the actual room 

temperature, see   “To Operate on Fan Only” section.

NOTE: 

The unit will automatically initiate the 

Energy Saver function under “Cool,” “Dry” and 

“Auto” (only Auto-Cooling and Auto-Fan) modes.

Remote signal 

receptor

Auto

Low

Med

High

Auto

Cool
Dry

Fan

Heat

TEMP/TIMER

On

Off

Sleep

Timer

Mode

Check

Filter

Energy

Saver

Fan

Follow

Me

Summary of Contents for 3PACH18000

Page 1: ...for future reference along with your receipt Your Source for Home Comfort WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER USER MANUAL 17 700 18 500 25 000 28 000 BTU FOR MODELS 3PAHP18002 with 11 200 BTU heat pump 3PACH18000...

Page 2: ...The air conditioner is not intended for use by young children without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the air conditioner Disabled persons may req...

Page 3: ...se explosion fire and burns Doing so may cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation Doing so may cause electric shock Doing so may cause failure of machine or electric shock Doing so may caus...

Page 4: ...from unit contains contaminants and could cause illness Always insert the filters securely Clean filter AT LEAST once every two weeks NEVER drink water drained from air conditioner Unit and Circuit b...

Page 5: ...breaker have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle Ensure the receptacle is accessible after the unit installation Do not run air conditioner without side protective cover in place Thi...

Page 6: ...e similar AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES Before you begin thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel as shown below and all its functions Then follow the symbol for the functions you desire The...

Page 7: ...mode When in the Cool mode the unit display indicates the set temperature This feature can ONLY be activated from the remote control The remote control serves as a remote thermostat allowing for prec...

Page 8: ...delayed start if the unit is turned off and on quickly After unit is turned off leave unit off for a minimum of 3 minutes before attempting to turn back on This prevents overheating of the compressor...

Page 9: ...p these instructions for future reference Note to Installer Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer Completion time Approximately 1 hour Skill level Installation of this appliance requir...

Page 10: ...drapes or blinds will not stop proper airflow 5 Check the available electrical service Power supply MUST be the same as that shown on the unit serial nameplate Power cord is 48 inches long Be sure you...

Page 11: ...ts to holes in top of cabinet where shipping screws were removed from See Fig 6 0 Your unit may come with internal packaging This packaging MUST be removed prior to installing the air conditioner back...

Page 12: ...k center of window sill See Fig 10 2 Place cabinet in window with bottom sill angle firmly seated over window sill as shown See Fig 10A Bring window down temporarily behind top angle to hold cabinet i...

Page 13: ...refully slide into cabinet leaving 6 inches protruding 2 DO NOT push on controls or finned coils 3 Be sure chassis is firmly seated towards rear of cabinet 4 Installation of front is the reverse of re...

Page 14: ...frame construction at ends of windows under truss bearing points etc can be installed stud nearest the center of area where air conditioner thickness of framing material used thickness of framing mate...

Page 15: ...ction refer to Step 2 of Thru The Wall Installation for wall thickness greater than 8 1 2 2 Secure cabinet in place using masonry nails or the right masonry anchor screws Another way to do this is to...

Page 16: ...the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard The cabinet and front may be dusted with an oil free cloth or with a cloth dampened in a solution of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing deterge...

Page 17: ...re and Cleaning section To defrost set to Fan Only mode Thermostat is set too cold for night time cooling To defrost the coil set to Fan Only mode Then set temperature to a higher setting UNIT WILL NO...

Page 18: ...for Home Comfort Distributed by Perfect Aire LLC 5151 Belt Line Rd Suite 878 Dallas TX 75254 Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice Printed in China 877 365 6274 www pe...

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