Sales Inquiries: 800-934-9194 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier and Fan OWNER’S MANUAL Model # MAC-8000 Please read owner’s manual carefully before operating unit.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION............................................................................................................................................................. 3 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ..................................................................................................................................... 3 LCDI POWER CORD AND PLUG.................................................................................................................................
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Soleus Air MAC-8000 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner and Dehumidifier. This unit is designed to improve indoor living and working comfort by providing cooling, dehumidifying, and ventilation with minimal installation. This multi-functional unit operates as an air conditioner, dehumidifier and fan. When operating as an air conditioner, this unit is designed for spot cooling or cooling a room no larger than 150 square feet with a standard eight foot ceiling height.
LCDI POWER CORD AND PLUG This air conditioner is equipped with an LCDI (Leakage Current Detection and Interruption) power cord and plug as required by US National Electric Code 440.65. This cord consists of a length of shielded flexible cord with no termination on the load side and a LCDI attachment plug on the line side.
PRODUCT DIAGRAM A FRONT A. Control panel B. Interior Louvers C. Exterior Louvers B B E D. Casters E. Recessed Handle C F. Water Bucket F G. Power Cable and Plug D G BACK A. Hot air outlet grill C B. Air inlet grill C. Filter D.
INSTALLATION SELECTING THE LOCATION Place the unit in a flat location where the air outlets are not obstructed. Place the unit at least 20” (50cm) away from a wall or other obstacle. MOUNTING THE EXHAUST HOSE Slide the square end of the exhaust duct over the hot air outlet on the back of the unit. The exhaust hose should be kept as short and straight as possible. Prevent any sharp bends in the exhaust hose, as this will trap hot exhaust air.
WINDOW KIT INSTALLATION The window kit is designed to fit into most standard vertical and horizontal windows. However, it may be necessary to modify some aspects of the installation process for certain window types. 1. Open the window or sliding door and adjust the length of the window kit to fit the opening. Mark and cut down a single panel of the window kit if necessary. 2. Place the window kit between the window and the window frame as shown in the images to the right.
CONTROL PANEL POWER Button MODE Button FAN Button SWING Button Press this button to turn the unit on or off. Press this button to select among the modes of cooling, dehumidifying, or fan only. Press this button to select the desired fan speed. Press this button to oscillate the louvers or stop oscillation.
OPERATION Plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet. Do not connect the unit to an outlet that is also being used for other electrical appliances. The unit will beep after two seconds, then press the on/off button to begin operation. COOLING 1. 2. 3. Press the Mode Button to choose the cooling function. Press the Fan Speed Button to choose the desired fan speed. Press the Swing Button to select a steady airflow or oscillation.
CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE 1. 2. 3. 4. Slide out the drain valve from the left side of the unit. Connect the drain tube to the valve. Make sure the drain tube drains downward. Place a pan or bucket under the drain tube to hold the condensate water, or let the tube drain down a gravity drain. Slide out drain valve Connect drain tube to valve Make sure connection is secure REMOTE CONTROL The provided remote control operates all of the functions of the unit.
MAINTENANCE Always turn off and unplug the unit before cleaning to avoid electrical shock. CLEANING THE HOUSING Wipe the surface of the unit with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive chemicals or detergents to clean the surface of the unit, as the unit may become scratched or damaged. Avoid direct exposure to sunlight as this may change the surface color. CLEANING THE FILTER FILTER Open the air filter cover on the side of the unit and remove the filter from the cover.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before seeking repair or service, please check the following: PROBLEM Unit does not operate or only runs in fan mode. Cooling efficiency is not satisfactory. Unit is noisy or vibrates. Water Leaks from the Unit. The unit starts and stops frequently. POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Is the unit plugged in? Securely plug the power cord into the wall outlet. Is the main power supply on? Reestablish the main power supply. Is the water bucket full indicator light on? Empty the water bucket.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL Cooling Capacity Dehumidifying Capacity Power Consumption Air Flow Volume Power Source Rated Current MAC-8000 8,000 BTU/Hr 75 Pints per day Cooling: Dehum: Cooling: Dehum: Sound Pressure Level Weight Dimensions Refrigerant 850 W 680 W 170 CFM 115 V / 60 HZ 7.4 A 5.9 A <53 db(A) 67 lbs 16.125 X 12.75 X 31.5 inches (WxDxH) R22 DISCLAIMER ALL INFORMATION AND THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS USER’S MANUAL ARE THE PRESENTATION OF THE MANUFACTURER.
WARRANTY One Year Limited Warranty Soleus International Inc. warrants the accompanying Soleus Air MAC-8000 to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the applications specified in its operation instruction for a period of ONE (1) year from the date of original retail purchase in the United States. If the unit exhibits a defect in normal use, Soleus International Inc.
