Portable Air Conditioner PACI14020CGY Owner’s Manual For more information on other great Koldfront or EdgeStar products on the web, go to http://www.edgestar.com To use the self-diagnostic tool, go to https://support.edgestar.com V2.
Important Safety Information Improper handling can cause serious damage to the Koldfront Portable Air Conditioner and / or injury to the user. This portable air conditioner is not intended for use by children. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with this product. ELECTRICAL SAFETY • • • • • • • • • • This unit is designed for indoor use only. Do not use the unit in extremely humid or wet environments. Do not wet the housing or control panel. Do not pull the unit by the cord.
Operation of Safety Plug Note: Electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please contact your local recycling center for more information about 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 ................................................................................................... ii Operation of Safety Plug .......................................................................................................... iii Introduction ............................................................................................................................... 1 Parts Identification ..............................................................
First Time Operating Instructions: Before use, make sure all packaging labels and materials are removed from the unit. Be sure to keep track of all included parts and pieces before discarding packaging materials. It is advised that you keep the original box and packaging materials in case you need to move or ship the appliance in the future. Allow the unit to stand for at least 24 hours before you use it; this allows the cooling components time to settle from transit.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing this Koldfront by 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: The LCD display on top of this model is the remote control and is removable. Front View Back View Caution: Make sure the drain plug is firmly installed before using the unit to prevent leaking.
Window Kit Installation Instructions Preparations for Installing the Window Kit You must vent your portable air conditioner when running it in cooling mode or heat mode (certain models). 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.
Installation Location If you have multiple windows, choose one that is near an electrical outlet that will be able to provide sufficient power to your unit. See the power requirements listed on the product label printed on the side, or on the back of your portable air conditioner. Your window kit can be installed on a horizontal or vertical sliding window as shown in the following pictures: Note: Exhaust Covers may be attached to the Grated Adapters. You may need to twist and pull apart to separate them.
2. Secure the grated adapters by fastening the screws from the flat side of the window kit plate to the holes on the grated adapter. Installing the Window Plates 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 to fit the width of the window. You can use screws to secure the window kit plate 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.
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 a space that is at least 20 inches to the wall. Connecting the Duct Connector to the Unit 7. Align the slots on the duct connector to the tabs and snap the duct connector 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. After you have installed the exhaust hose and window kit, you can plug in your portable air conditioner and start using it. Notes About the Exhaust Hose 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, dehumidify mode, or heat mode on certain models, it will remove moisture from the air. 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.
Misting Drain Your unit also includes the unique misting drain option. If a drain is not present this option will allow the unit to remove the excess moisture out of the exhaust hose through a mist nozzle. The mist nozzle MUST be setup in the exhaust hose and NOT the intake hose. In order to run the misting drain option you will need to do the following: 1. Connect the included water line to the unit. You will need to attach the quick connect adapter on the end of the water line to the back of the unit.
4. Attach the mist nozzle to the grated adapter. Make sure the mist nozzle is directed to mist outside of the window and not back into the exhaust hose. The unit will now automatically mist any excess water to the outside. Installing the mist system in the exhaust hose ensures all of the moisture is pushed completely away from the window. Note: It is recommended to attach the misting nozzle in a vertical position on the grated adapter. To remove the water line from the unit: 1.
Operation Remote Control Overview Button Function Power This button powers the unit on or off. Fan Speed This button sets the fan speed. The Automatic, High, indicator will appear depending on the mode you set. Mode This button sets the mode. The Automatic, Cool, indicator will appear depending on the mode you set. (Down) This button decreases the Temperature, Timer, or Clock settings. (Clock) This button is used to set the remote control clock Timer This button is used to enable the timer.
Installing the Batteries 1. Remove the cover on the back of the remote control. 2. Insert the batteries with the (+) and (-) ends pointing in the correct direction. 3. Slide the cover back on. Caution: Use only AAA batteries. Remove the batteries if the remote control will not be used for one month or longer. Do not attempt to recharge batteries not designed to be recharged. All batteries should be replaced at the same time. Do not mix old and new batteries.
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 and the front panel will be illuminated in blue. 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.
Fan Only Mode Fan Only mode is used to circulate the air in your room. No temperature setting is needed. The front panel lights will be green. 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 control. 3. Press the Mode button until the Fan Only indicator is selected. 4. Press the Speed button to select the fan speed. You can choose between Automatic, High, Medium, and Low.
Clock The Clock button is used to set the Clock. To set the Clock: 1. Press and hold the Clock button until the Clock indicator starts blinking. 2. Set the time by using the Up and Down buttons. Holding down the buttons longer than 1 second will change the time in fast mode. The clock is a 24-Hour clock so if it is 6:00 PM you would set the time to be 18:00. 3. To save your settings press and hold the Clock button until the Clock indicator stops blinking.
Front Panel Lights and Controls Front Panel Lights Your portable air conditioner has a front panel that lights up different colors depending on the mode it is running in. Cooling mode will display a blue light. Dehumidify mode will display a yellow light. Fan mode will display a green light. Heating mode (on certain models) will display a red light. Automatic mode will display the color of the automatically selected current mode.
Cleaning the Pre-Filter To clean the pre-filter, follow the steps below: 1. Power off the unit and remove the pre-filter. 2. Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt, then rinse thoroughly under lukewarm running water (below 104°F). You may use a mild soap and water solution if needed. Allow the pre-filter to air dry in a cool and shaded place. Dry the pre-filter thoroughly before reinstalling it. Clean the pre-filter periodically.
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 to the unit. The water reservoir is full. The control panel is disconnected. My remote control does not work and the indicator symbols on the remote do not appear. My air conditioner is making a loud noise.
ISSUE My air conditioner is not cooling at all. POSSIBLE CAUSE The unit is not operating in cooling mode. The compressor is not on. The ambient temperature is too high. The filter may be dusty or blocked. The exhaust port is blocked. My air conditioner blows cold air, but does not lower the room temperature. The unit is not vented. The area of the room is too large. There are open windows and doors. There are too many heat sources. The room / garage may be inadequately insulated.
Specifications DESCRIPTION OF PRODUCT Portable Air Conditioner MODEL PACI14020CGY VOLTAGE / FREQUENCY AC 115 V / 60 Hz INPUT POWER 1250 W CURRENT 10.8 A COOLING CAPACITY (SACC) 8500 BTU COOLING CAPACITY (ASHRAE) 14000 BTU COLOR Silver and Grey COOLANT R410A TIMER 24 Hour DIMENSIONS (HEIGHT X WIDTH X DEPTH) 33 11/16” X 19 1/2” X 15 11/16” WEIGHT 73 Pounds Note: Technical data and performance information are provided for reference only. Specifications are subject to change.
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.
