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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 

 

BEFORE USING YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER 

  Remove the exterior and interior packaging. 

  Before connecting the unit to the power source, let it stand upright for approximately 4 hours. 

This  will  reduce  the  possibility  of  a  malfunction  in  the  cooling  system  from  handling  during 
transportation. 
 

SWITCHING ON/OFF THE AIR CONDITIONER

 

  The unit can be switched ON or OFF by pressing the Power button on the control panel or the 

Power button on the remote control. 

 
COOLING MODE 

  In this mode, the air conditioner cools and dehumidifies the room. To activate this function 

mode, press the Mode Control button until the GREEN indicator comes on. When the cooling 
mode is set, the compressor will start in approximately 3 minutes.  

NOTE:

 In cooling mode, hot air is exhausted from the outdoor exhaust port and the exhaust 

hose must be connected to exhaust out the hot air.  

  The temperature setting range of this air conditioner is from 61°F to 89°F. To set the 

temperature, press the + or - buttons. This air conditioner has a 5°F temperature cushion which 
if the set temperature is within 5°F of the ambient temperature, the unit runs on fan only mode. 
This saves energy and prolongs the life of the compressor of the air conditioner. Once the set 
temperature is achieved, the fan runs continuously. 

  To set the fan speed, press the Fan Speed button. 

In cooling mode, the difference in noise 

level between the 3 fan speeds is not very noticeable when the compressor is on.

 Try 

setting the unit to Fan only mode, you should be able to hear the difference between high and 
low fan speed settings. 

 
DEHUMIDIFYING MODE 

  In this mode, the air conditioner only dehumidifies the room, the compressor will activate 

intermittently depending on the ambient temperature and the fan speed is set to LOW . To 
activate this function mode, press the Mode Control button until the PURPLE indicator comes 
on. Please note that when switching function mode, there will be an approximately 3 minute 
transition time. In dehumidifying mode, do not connect the exhaust hose and let the warm air 
return to the room.  
If room temperature is higher than 77°F, the fan speed can be adjusted. If room temperature is 
lower than 77°F, the fan speed is set at Low. 

NOTE:

 When using the Dehumidifying mode, the air exhaust hose should not be vented to the 

outside. If the warm air is exhausted to the outside, cooling may occur. Additionally, you must manually 
drain the water from the unit. 

Remove the upper drain stopper to setup continuous drainage if needed. 

Water can be drained to 

a container or to a floor drain using a garden hose (not included.) 

 

FAN ONLY MODE  

  In this mode, only the fan of the air conditioner runs and circulates the air in the room. To 

activate this function mode, press the Mode Control button until the BLUE indicator comes on. 
In this function mode, the temperature cannot be set. Subsequently, set the desired fan speed 
by pressing the Fan Speed button. Fan Only mode requires that the exhaust hose be removed. 

NOTE: 

The unit does not need to be vented in Fan Only mode. 

 
 

Summary of Contents for ARC-12SDH

Page 1: ...IONER WITH HEATER co Instruction Manual MODEL ARC 12SDH Congratulations on your new WHYNTER product Please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product to ensure proper operation Keep this manual in a safe place for future reference ...

Page 2: ... ACCESSORIES 6 IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS 7 OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER 8 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 9 10 AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION 11 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 12 13 WATER DRAINAGE 14 REMOTE CONTROL 15 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 16 TECHNICAL DATA 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 18 19 WARRANTY INFORMATION 20 ...

Page 3: ...l provide the performance and reliability that we stand for Please keep this user manual in a safe place for future reference DISPOSAL This symbol on the product or its packaging indicates that the appliance cannot be treated as normal domestic trash but must be handed in at a collection point for recycling electric and electronic appliances Your contribution to the correct disposal of this produc...

Page 4: ...turn off the portable air conditioner when cleaning the air filter and transporting Do not turn this unit on and off by plugging and unplugging Always use the ON OFF switch Transport the unit in an upright position only or leave it in an upright position for at least 2 hours before first use Ensure curtains or other objects are not obstructing the air inlet filters Do not bend or crush the exhaust...

Page 5: ...onditioner At the end of each season all water must be drained from the unit and filter s must be cleaned before storage THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY IF THE ABOVE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED OPERATING CONDITION MODE ROOM TEMPERATURE COOL Higher than 64 F DRY Higher than 60 F HEAT Higher than 45 F Your portable air conditioner is supplied with a Leakage Current Detection and Inte...

Page 6: ...IDENTIFICATION OF ACCESSORIES IMAGE ACCESSORY NAME QUANTITY Intake and Exhaust hose 2 pieces Fixture 2 pieces Screws 8 pieces Hose connector 4 pieces Window slider kit 1 set Cover 2 pieces Remote control 1 piece ...

Page 7: ... g e IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Front 1 Air vent 2 Control panel 3 Handle Rear 4 Casters 5 Air exhaust hose 6 Evaporator air intake air filter 7 Air intake hose 8 Drain port 9 Power cord 10 Upper Drain Port 10 ...

Page 8: ...l stop until the water is drained Timer Temperature Set Control Adjusts set thermostat temperature and timer The display temperature is the set temperature NOTE This unit is capable of displaying set temperature in Fahrenheit or in Celsius To convert from one to the other press and hold the Up and Down buttons for 3 seconds Mode Control Controls the 4 function modes COOL DEHUMIDIFYING FAN ONLY HEA...

Page 9: ...ioner unit hot air must be exhausted out of the room to complete the air exchange of the condenser When the unit is operating in DEHUMIDIFYING or FAN only mode no exhaust is required 1 Pull out about 6 of one end of the hoses 2 Attach the hose connectors to the hoses by turning clockwise 3 Align the slots on the hose connector to the tabs on the air intake outlet and snap the hose to the unit 4 On...

Page 10: ...dow or sliding door it will cause the window or sliding door not to be properly closed and locked Additional security measurements may be needed 1 Open window approximately 5 2 Adjust the length of the window bars to the same length and width of the opening of the window Cut the window piece if necessary to fit the length of your window 3 Insert the fixtures through the back grooved side of the wi...

Page 11: ...ich is designed to remove smoke and other odors It is recommended you replace the Activated Carbon Filter every 2 3 months or as needed Follow the steps below to install the filters WARNING NEVER OPERATE THE AIR CONDITIONER WITHOUT THE PRE FILTER 1 Pull up the pre filter frame 2 Remove the Pre Filter from the filter frame 3 Place the Activated Carbon Filter on the Pre Filter 4 Reattached the filte...

Page 12: ...peeds is not very noticeable when the compressor is on Try setting the unit to Fan only mode you should be able to hear the difference between high and low fan speed settings DEHUMIDIFYING MODE In this mode the air conditioner only dehumidifies the room the compressor will activate intermittently depending on the ambient temperature and the fan speed is set to LOW To activate this function mode pr...

Page 13: ...justable between 1 24 hours SETTING SWITCH OFF TIMER With the air conditioner operating in any function mode press the Timer Control button Then set the desired time delay OFF hours by pressing the or buttons When the delay time set has elapsed the air conditioner switches off SETTING DELAYED SWITCH ON TIMER With the air conditioner is off press the Timer Control button Then set the desired time d...

Page 14: ...he portable air conditioner can be switched on by the remote control NOTE Other appliances in the same room controlled by a remote control TV radio stereo etc may cause interferences Electronic and fluorescent lamps may interfere with the signal transmissions between the remote control and the air conditioner Remove the batteries if the remote control is not used for long periods INSTALLING BATTER...

Page 15: ... 2 3 months or as needed WARNING Never operate the air conditioner without the filter in place CLEANING THE AIR CONDITIONER Always switch off the air conditioner and disconnect the plug from the power supply outlet before cleaning the air conditioner Use a soft damp cloth to wipe the body of the unit Never use harsh chemicals oil based products detergents chemically treated cloths or other cleanin...

Page 16: ...5v 60Hz Maximum power input 1100 Watts Cooling 1020 Watts Heating Maximum input 10 5 Amps Cooling 9 5 Amps Heating Dehumidifying capacity 96 Pts Day Thermostat 61 F to 89 F Refrigerant R 410A Air flow max 320 m3 Hour Fan speeds 3 H M L Exhaust hose length 49 Unit Dimensions 20 W x 16 5 D x 34 H Unit Weight 71 lbs ...

Page 17: ...om temperature is outside of the operational tolerances of the unit The Cooling mode is not on The compressor has not turned on yet because of its time delay The set temperature is too high The internal water reservoir is full This unit is designed to work in ambient temperatures of 64 F to 95 F Press the MODE button until the COOL light is shown on the display Give the compressor 3 minutes to tur...

Page 18: ...s to be drained too often The humidity in the area may very high Possible loose connection Remove the intake hose if the outside humidity is high or it is raining Contact Whynter Service Department Fan speed cannot be changed Fan speed differences are not very noticeable The fan speed difference is not very noticeable when the compressor is on Try setting the unit to Fan only mode you should be ab...

Page 19: ...p Damage caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special handling provisions in the instructions Damage to the finish of the case or other appearance parts caused by wear Damage caused by repairs or alterations to the product by anyone other than authorized by the manufacturer Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES LIMITAT...

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