Portable Air Conditioner AP8000W Owner’s Manual For more information on other great EdgeStar products on the web, go to https://www.edgestar.com To use the EdgeStar self-diagnostic tool, go to https://support.edgestar.com V2.
Important Safety Information Improper handling can cause serious damage to the appliance and / or to the user. Please read the following safety information. Improper handling Electrical Safety can cause serious damage to the appliance and/or to the user. Please read the following safety information. This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not use the unit in extremely humid or wet environments. Do not spray water on this Air Conditioner and wet the housing or control panel.
Operation of Safety Plug Note: Electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please contact your local recycling center for more information on how to recycle electronic waste. Your portable air conditioner is supplied with a Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption (LCDI) safety plug. This device provides protection to reduce the risk of fire due to arcing faults in the power supply cord.
Table of Contents IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ........................................................................................................................ I OPERATION OF SAFETY PLUG ................................................................................................................................. II TABLE OF CONTENTS ............................................................................................................................................... III INTRODUCTION .....
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this EdgeStar portable air conditioner. We hope that this purchase will be the beginning of a lasting and rewarding relationship between you and EdgeStar. We will provide the customer support and exemplary products necessary to nurture that relationship. This manual contains important information regarding the proper installation, use, and maintenance of your portable air conditioner.
Parts Identification Note: You must open the front air vent when operating the unit. The unit is designed to blow air mostly from the right side.
Installing the Carbon Filter Caution: Never operate the air conditioner without the pre-filter attached. Your portable air conditioner ships with a pre-filter and an activated carbon filter. The carbon filter will help remove contaminates and odors from the air. It is recommended you replace the carbon filter every three (3) to six (6) months, or as needed. It is necessary to clean the pre-filter periodically. Follow the steps below to install the carbon filter: 1. Shut off the unit if it is on.
Window Kit Installation Instructions Preparations for Installing the Window Kit You must vent your portable air conditioner when running in it cooling mode. Your unit includes a window exhaust kit that can be used to vent the unit out of a window. Before you begin, make sure you have all the parts necessary for installation. Window Kit Parts list: Note: Exhaust Covers may be attached to the Grated Adapters. You may need to twist and pull apart to separate them.
Your window kit can be installed on a horizontal or vertical sliding window as shown in the following images: Installing the Grated Adapter 1. Insert the round grated adapter through the back grooved side of the window kit plate into the hole. 2. Secure the grated adapter by fastening the screws from the flat side of the window kit plate to the holes on the grated adapter.
3. Open your window and place the window kit on the window sill with the grooved side facing outward. Then slide the window kit plate out to fit the width of the window. You can use screws to secure the window kit plate and keep it from sliding. 4. Lower the window to secure the window kit in place. You may need to use duct tape to better secure the window kit. Caution: Secure your window with window locks. Please contact your dealer to purchase window locks.
Attaching the Duct Connectors to the Exhaust Hose 5. Attach the connectors to the hose: A. Extend the ends of the exhaust hose. B. Thread the duct connector on by turning it clockwise until it stops. A. B. 6. Roll the unit towards the window kit. Leave at least 20 inches between the unit and the wall. 20” Connecting the Duct Connector to the Unit 7. Align the slots on the duct connector to the tabs and snap it into the back of the unit.
Connecting the Duct Connector to the Grated Adapter 8. Align the slots on the duct connector to the tabs on the grated adapter and snap the duct connector into place. Notes About the Exhaust Hose After you have installed the exhaust hose and window kit, you can plug in your portable air conditioner and start using it. Your portable air conditioner is designed to exhaust condensate water that is collected from the air.
Draining the Unit When the portable air conditioner is in cooling mode, or dehumidify mode, it will remove moisture from the air through the exhaust hose. The condensed water from the air will be collected in an internal reservoir and will be evaporated and exhausted out of the exhaust hose. However, in very humid conditions, the internal reservoir may fill completely. This causes the air conditioner to turn off to avoid overflowing the internal reservoir.
Using the Control Panel LCD Display: The LCD Display will show the ambient temperature by default. Pressing the Up and Down buttons on the remote control will show the set temperature for 15 seconds, and then revert to the room temperature. You can switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius by pressing the C/F button on the remote control. The displayed range of the ambient temperature is from 0º to 99º. Temperatures above 99º will be displayed as “Hi”, and temperatures below 0º will be displayed as “Lo”.
Remote Control Overview Note: Be careful not to drop the remote control. Do not place the remote control in a location where it is exposed to direct sunlight. The remote control is used to operate all of your portable air conditioner’s functions. Button Power Mode Speed Timer Cancel “+” Up “-“ Down °C / °F Function Powers the unit on or off. Changes between cool, dehumidify, and fan modes. Sets the fan speed at high, medium, or low. Enables the timer. Cancels the timer.
Operating the Remote Control Power Use the Power button to turn the portable air conditioner on and off. By default when you first use the power button, the unit will begin to operate in cooling mode. The unit will remember the last used mode/settings if you shut down and restart. Auto-Restart: If power to the unit is interrupted, the air conditioner will restart itself in its last used mode/settings once power is restored. The compressor will restart after 3 minutes.
Fan Only Mode Note: Fan Only mode does not require that the exhaust hose be attached. Fan Only mode is used to circulate the air in your room. No temperature setting is needed. To operate the unit in Fan Only mode: 1. Make sure the power cord is plugged into a power outlet. 2. Press the Power button on the remote. 3. Press the Mode button until the Mode indicator light turns green. 4. Press the Speed button to select the fan speed. You can choose between High, Medium, and Low.
Energy Saving Guide Read and follow the guide below to get the best performance and efficiency from your portable air conditioner: Do not cover the air outlet (exhaust) while the unit is in use. Do not place the unit in front of curtains or drapes as they may obstruct the air intake. Minimize the length of the exhaust hose. Make sure the exhaust hose is as straight as possible and avoid kinks or bends. Keep curtains, blinds, or drapes closed during the sunniest part of the day.
Cleaning the Pre-filter Note: The activated carbon filter is not washable. You should replace it every 3 – 6 months or as needed. Contact EdgeStar or visit www.EdgeStar.com for replacement filters. To clean the pre-filter, follow the steps below: 1. Power off the unit and remove the pre-filter. 2. Remove the activated carbon filter. 3. Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the pre-filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt, then rinse thoroughly under lukewarm running water (below 104°F).
Troubleshooting Follow the troubleshooting guide below to resolve common issues. Issue My air conditioner is not functioning at all. Possible Cause The unit is not receiving power. The LCDI power cord is tripped. There is insufficient power. My remote control does not work and the indicator light on the remote does not turn on. My air conditioner is making a loud noise. My air conditioner is making a continuous metallic knocking or pinging sound. My air conditioner is leaking.
Issue Possible Cause Solution My air conditioner is not cooling at all. The unit is not operating in cooling mode. Set the unit to be in cooling mode, and lower the set temperature (pg. 13). The compressor may take up to 3 minutes to turn on, or longer if it is too warm. Lower the room temperature to be below 90°F. Clean the filters. The compressor is not on. The ambient temperature is too high. The filter may be dusty or blocked. The exhaust port is blocked.
Specifications 18 Description of product Portable Air Conditioner Model AP8000W Voltage / Frequency AC 115V ~ 60Hz Input Power 840 W Current 7.9 A Cooling Capacity (SACC) 4500 BTU Cooling Capacity (ASHRAE) 8000 BTU Color White Dehumidifying Capacity 71 pints / Day Coolant R-410A Timer 24 Hour Dimensions WxHxD 19.25” x 24.75” x 13.25” Weight 56 lbs.
New Portable Air Conditioner BTU’s You may notice that the cooling capacities (in British Thermal Units or BTU’s) labeled on portable air conditioners (PAC’s) are now lower than on models produced prior to October 1, 2017. This is because the labeling on new productions of PAC’s must follow a new federal test standard that was established by the Department of Energy: 10 CFR 430, subpart B, appendix CC. The SACC rating shown on your new PAC is a result of this new standard.
EdgeStar Limited Warranty One (1) Year Parts & Ninety (90) Days Labor This product is warranted by EdgeStar to be free from defective workmanship and materials, subject to any conditions set forth as follows: WHAT IS COVERED: LABOR: For a period of NINETY (90) DAYS from the date of original purchase, labor will be performed free of charge at an authorized EdgeStar repair facility.
