USER MANUAL GUIDE GUIDE D’UTILISATION MODO DE EMPLEO PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER CLIMATISEUR MOBILE 9,000BTU AIRE ACONDICIONADO PORTATIL Model #KY-25/Y: 9000 BTU PORTABLE DIGITAL AIR CONDITIONER WHITE METAL METAL BLANC METAL BLANCO Model #KY-25/Y: 9000 BTU PORTABLE DIGITAL AIR CONDITIONER STAINLESS STEEL ACIER INOXYDABLE ACERO INOXIDABLE
TABLE OF CONTENTS USE AND CARE GUIDE AND INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...................................................1 SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 1.7 1.8 1.9 PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY... ...................................................................................................2 DANGER AND WARNING...........................................................................................................................
SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. 1.2 DANGER AND WARNING This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING”.
SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS This portable air conditioner has been designed to create ideal climate in your room. Use it only for this specific purpose and according to the instructions in this manual. This unit is intended for household consumer use only, and is not for commercial use. Please use the unit in the recommended room size (refer to “Technical Specifications”). Do not place the air conditioner where furniture or other objects can obstruct the cooling airflow.
SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.4 SPECIAL RECOMMENDATIONS • Place the portable air conditioner in a level spot. Leave at least 20" (50.8 cm) between the unit and the wall. • The plug should always be accessible after the unit is settled. • In order to let the compressor work properly, always keep the portable air conditioner in a vertical position. • Do not place the portable air conditioner near gas or any flammable liquids.
SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.6 RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD For your personal safety, this portable air conditioner must be grounded. The portable air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible electrical shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding type outlet, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
SECTION 1 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.8 UNPACKING YOUR PRODUCT PARTS When you get this unit, please transport the product in an upright position only, and place the product on an even surface. Remove the cardboard box without turning it upside down, or laying it on its side. Please note: If this unit is transported, it must be left in the normal up right position for at least 8 hours before using, to allow the coolant and compressor oil to settle. a. b. c. d.
SECTION 2 A NOTE TO YOU Thank you for buying this high quality Sunbeam® portable air conditioner. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed the Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully. Please record your model's information. Whenever you call to request service on your appliance, you need to know your complete model number and serial number.
SECTION 3 GETTING STARTED 3.1 TOOLS NEEDED 1. 2. 3. 4. Flat-blade and Phillips screwdrivers Gloves Tape measure Utility knife Figure 4 3.2 ACCESSORIES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
SECTION 3 GETTING STARTED 3.3 POWER SUPPLY CORD AND RECEPTACLE • • • • • • • • • The plug should be well fixed and not damaged. Do not plug the unit with an adapter. Be sure the plug is fully inserted into the receptacle. The power cable must not come into contact with liquid of any kind; do not handle with damp or wet hands. Do not squeeze the cable or let it come into contact with a sharp surface. Do not use the power cables to drag the unit. Do not leave the cable in a tangled coil when it is working.
SECTION 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4.1 PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER INSTALLATION • Find a proper place for the portable air conditioner. Leave at least 20” (50.8cm) space around the unit (Fig. 8). When you use the unit as an air conditioner or a dehumidifier, the hot air must be exhausted out of the room to complete the air exchange of the condenser. When the unit is operating on fan, no outdoor air exchange takes place.
SECTION 4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4.3 INSTALLING THE DUCTS IN THE WALL CAUTION MANUFACTURER’S RECOMMENDATION. BEFORE UNDERTAKING ANY INSTALLATION OF DUCTS INTO WALL, WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU CONSULT A KNOWLEDGABLE PROFESSIONAL. A) You do not need to use window kit adapter. Mount one end of the exhaust duct into a hole of 5.6”/14.22cm in diameter in the wall; attach the other end to the back of the unit (same as above).
SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER 5.1 CONTROL PANEL AND OPERATING FUNCTIONS Figure 12 WARNING If the unit is turned off during operation please wait at least three minutes before starting it again. 1) On/Off Button: Use to Start or Stop the unit. 2) Operation Mode Selection Button: Use to select the operation mode: Auto Mode, Fan-Only Mode, Soft-Dry Mode, and Cooling Mode. 3) Fan Speed Selection Button: Use to Select the fan speed: High speed or Low speed.
SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER 5.1 CONTROL PANEL AND OPERATING FUNCTIONS CONT’D HOW TO SET: When the unit is ON, press the Timer button, “ “ will flash in Timer Set Display Window and the Timer Indicator will be on in the control panel. Pressing the “Up” or the “Down” button will change the time accordingly; the flashing digits will change accordingly, until your desired delay time appears. Your desired time delay will flash for ten (10) seconds.
SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER 5.3 OPERATING REMOTE CONTROL (MODEL KY-25Y ONLY) The functionality of the six (6) buttons on the Remote Control are identical to the functionality of the buttons on the Control Panel. Icons for certain buttons may differ slightly. The Remote Control uses the lithium batteries, Model: CR2025 (Included). Install the batteries before using the Remote Control. You can operate the unit either on the Control Panel or with the Remote Control.
SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER 5.3 OPERATING REMOTE CONTROL (MODEL KY-25Y ONLY) CONT’D... FAN-ONLY OPERATION: 1) Plug the Power Cord into the power outlet. 2) Turn on the unit by pressing the ON/OFF Button on the control panel or the remote control. 3) Press the Mode Button on the remote control or the control panel until the symbol appears on the display. 4) Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan Button on either the remote control or the control panel .
SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER 5.3 OPERATING REMOTE CONTROL (MODEL KY-25Y ONLY) CONT’D... TIMER-OFF PROGRAM SETTING: How to set: When the unit is on, after being set with the TIMER-OFF, the unit will stop after your set delay time. 1) Press the Timer Button on the control panel or on the remote control . Now the TIMER INDICATOR “ “ will flash in the Timer Set Display Window, and the Timer Indicator on the control panel will be on.
SECTION 5 OPERATING YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER 5.4 WATER FULL INDICATION AND DRAINING CONT’D... 1 2 1. 2. 3. 3 Pump Drain Drain Hose Water bucket Figure 15 NOTE: Figure 16 The cooling efficiency of your unit will be affected if the Drain Hose or the Garden Hose is always attached to it. The Drain Hose or Garden Hose must be used only when the WATER FULL indicator is on. MAKE SURE THAT THE DRAIN CAP IS REINSTALLED PROPERLY TO PREVENT LEAKING.
SECTION 6 CARING FOR YOUR PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER 6.1 MAINTENANCE WARNING • • • • • Make sure the power supply is switched off and the plug is pulled out of the power outlet before performing any maintenance activities. Do not immerse the unit in water or other liquids. Do not pour liquids into the unit. Take special precaution to avoid the sharp cutting edges of some parts. Do not use any kind of chemical solvents to clean the unit, as they may deform the unit cabinet. 6.
SECTION 7 TROUBLESHOOTING You can solve many common portable air conditioner problems easily, saving you the cost of a service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve your problem without outside help. 7.1 PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT WORK AT ALL Check if... Then... The local power has failed. Wait until local power is restored. The plug is loose. Firmly insert the plug into the wall socket. The power fuse is burned. Replace the fuse.
SECTION 7 7.2 TROUBLESHOOTING LOW COOLING CONT’D Check if... Then... The outside temperature is lower than 64oF (18oC). Do not operate your portable air conditioner in cooling mode when the outside temperature is lower than 64oF (18oC). Windows and doors are open. Close all doors and windows. Unit is set at dehumidifying mode. Set unit at cooling mode. 7.3 NOISE AND VIBRATION Check if... Then... There is noise from the unit.
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