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AIR

CONDITIONER NOT

COOLING ROOM, OR NOT

BLOWING COLD AIR

• Be sure unit is not too large or too small for the area of the room.  
• Verify that all doors, windows, curtains and any other openings are closed off.  Verify nothing is obstructing the

front grille of unit, such as curtains, etc.

• Allow enough time for room to cool, especially if outside temp is very high.
• Check that the filter is not dirty and louvers are open all the way and blowing in the direction desired.
• Check that unit is set to Cool Mode and that temperature is down enough (but not too low).
• If unit is near a heat source, such as a stove, etc., then relocate unit.
• If air coming from unit is cool to the touch, then unit is working properly; please double check the first three

bullet points above.  

• If using Follow Me remote feature, move remote away from unit. 
• Temperature sensor behind air filter touching cold coil. These two elements should not be touching. 

Carefully straighten tube away from coil. 

• Unplug unit for at least 5 minutes.  Follow Reset instructions on plug. 

 

 

AIR CONDITIONER

CYCLING ON AND OFF TOO

FREQUENTLY OR NOT ENOUGH

• Be sure unit is not too large or too small for the area of the room.
• Remove grille and make sure the temperature sensor is not too close to the coils. These two elements should 

not be touching. Carefully straighten tube away from coil.

• Make sure nothing is blocking the grille or side vents.
• Make sure there is no dirt or debris inside the unit or on the filter.

AIR CONDITIONER COOLING BUT

ROOM IS TOO WARM - ICE

FORMING ON COOLING COIL 
BEHIND DECORATIVE FRONT

• Outdoor temperature is below 64ºF (18ºC). To defrost the coil, set to Fan Only mode.
• Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care 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 NOT TURN ON

• Reset circuit breaker. Make sure there are not too many items (ie lamps, TV’s, etc.) working off the 

same breaker.

• Check plug connection.
• If plug is operating on an on/off switch, be sure that the switch is ‘on’.
• Try plugging unit into another outlet.
• Unplug unit for at least 5 minutes.  Follow Reset instructions on plug. 

UNIT BLOWS FUSES OR POPS

CIRCUIT BREAKER

• Make sure there are enough available amps on the circuit for the air conditioner.
• Large units which run on a 230v will require a dedicated 20 or 30 amp circuit.

WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE

• Unit is removing a large quantity of moisture from a humid room. This is normal during excessively humid days.

WATER PUDDLES INSIDE UNIT

OR IS COMING INTO ROOM

• Adjust the slope of the unit so that it drains downward toward the exterior of the home. 

(See Installation Instructions.)

• Make sure that there is no debris blocking the drainage area of the unit.

REMOTE SENSING / FOLLOW ME

DEACTIVATING PREMATURELY

• Remote control not located within range. Place remote control within 20 ft and 180º radius of the front 

of the unit.

• Remote control signal obstructed. Remove obstruction.

Issue

Possible Solutions

AIR CONDITIONER IS

MAKING NOISES

• Check to be sure the unit is free from debris such as leaves, sticks, etc. Verify nothing is obstructing the unit.
• Check the fan blade for cracks or chips.
• Make sure the unit is properly and securely mounted inside the window or wall.
• Clean the air filter.

TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS 

Before calling for service, please review the chart below.

NOTE:

 A highly recommended troubleshoot for any issue in general consists of turning off unit and unplugging for 5 minutes. 

          It is also recommended to try another wall outlet.

Summary of Contents for 3PNC5000

Page 1: ......

Page 2: ...ontact an installer for installation of this unit if necessary The air conditioner is not intended for use by young children without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure that they...

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: ...main power switch If water enters the unit turn the unit off at the power outlet and switch off the circuit breaker Isolate supply by taking the power plug out and contact a qualified serviced technic...

Page 5: ...ctric shock DO NOT use an extension cord or an adaptor plug DO NOT remove any prong from the power cord WARNING NOTE The power supply cord with this air conditioner contains a current detection device...

Page 6: ...g 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 passi...

Page 7: ...L has a minimum cooling effect and airflow Fan Mode Rotate the Cooling knob to select your choice of fan speeds for air circulation NOTE When selecting a fan speed the compressor will NOT run Thermost...

Page 8: ...conditioner BEFORE YOU BEGIN Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord CAUTION Do not change the plug on the power cord of the air conditioner Aluminum ho...

Page 9: ...ilization and drainage If you are not using the side panels for any reason this pitch to the rear must be maintained A Place unit on floor a bench or a table Hold the accordion panel in one hand and g...

Page 10: ...is against the window sill Fig 5 Carefully close the window behind the top rail of the unit Fig 5 NOTE Check that air conditioner is tilted back approximately 5 8 to 3 4 tilted about 3O to 4O downwar...

Page 11: ...or slots are not caulked or painted shut Accumulated rain water or condensation must be allowed to drain out Removing AC From Window Turn AC off and disconnect power cord Remove sash seal from betwee...

Page 12: ...e stored during the winter remove it carefully from the window according to the installation instructions Cover it with plastic or return it to the original carton Always store unit in upright positio...

Page 13: ...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 14: ...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 PRC 877 365 6274 www per...

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