WHYNTER ECO-FRIENDLY 12,000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER co MODEL# : ARC-12S Instruction Manual 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 4-5 IDENTIFICATION OF 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 13 REMOTE CONTROL 14 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 15 TECHNICAL DATA 16 TROUBLESHOOTING 17-18 WARRANTY INFORMATION 19 2|Page
Thank you for choosing the Whynter portable air conditioner. Please follow the instructions provided in this user guide to obtain the very best performance from your portable air conditioner and take full advantage of the many features your portable air conditioner offers you. We trust that your Whynter air conditioner will provide the performance and reliability that we stand for. Please keep this user manual in a safe place for future reference.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us. To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your appliance, follow these basic precautions. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Before the portable air conditioner is used, it must be properly positioned and installed as detailed in this manual. Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Keep fingers out of the air intakes and air outlets. The unit is an electrical appliance. To avoid injury from electrical shock do not operate it with wet hands, while standing on a wet surface or while standing in water. Do not use it in outdoors or in wet conditions. When positioning or moving the unit, ensure it is not turned upside down or greater than 45° or more off level. This unit is designed for household, non-commercial use only. Any other use will void the warranty.
IDENTIFICATION OF ACCESSORIES IMAGE ACCESSORY NAME QUANTITY Exhaust hose 1 piece Fixture 1 piece Screws 4 pieces Hose connector 2 pieces 1 set Window slider kit Cover 1 piece Remote control 1 piece 6|Page
IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Front 1. Control panel 2. Air vent 3. Air deflector (Left – Right) 4. Casters Rear 5. Handle 6. Air filter 7. Evaporator air intake 8. Air exhaust 9. Condenser air intake 10. Power cord 11. Drain plug 12.
OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel, remote control and all of the functions. Follow the symbol for the desired function. The unit can be controlled by the unit control panel alone or with the remote control. CONTROL PANEL Power Control Turns the unit on and off. Fan Speed Control Controls the 3 fan speeds: High, Medium & Low. NOTE: Unit does not need to be vented in Fan mode. Warning Light Condensation water may accumulate in the unit.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Location The air conditioner should be placed on a hard and level surface strong enough to support the unit. The unit has casters and it should only be rolled on smooth, flat surfaces. Use caution when rolling on carpet surfaces. Do not attempt to roll the unit over objects. Never place any obstacles around the air inlet or outlet and allow at least 20 inch of clearance for efficient air-conditioning.
Window kit Installation When you use this air conditioner 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 and fan-only mode, no exhaust is required. Your window kit has been designed to fit most standard vertical and horizontal windows. However, it may be necessary for you to modify the installation procedures for your window.
AIR FILTERS INSTALLATION Your Whynter portable air conditioner is equipped with a washable Pre-Filter and an Activated Carbon Filter. The washable Pre-Filter removes large particles such as dust, pet hair and dander. The Activated Carbon Filter which 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.
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.
TIMER (DELAYED SWITCH ON / OFF) FUNCTION This function mode enables a delayed switch ON or delayed switch OFF of the air conditioner. The time (hours) delay can be set, enabled and disabled. The timer is adjustable 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.
REMOTE CONTROL The 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 BATTERIES Only use two AAA 1.5V Batteries in the remote control.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT: Switch off the air conditioner and disconnect the plug from the power outlet Drain water by removing the drain plug. Always transport the air conditioner in an upright position only. CLEANING THE PRE-FILTER To ensure the air intake is filtered properly and to assure that your air conditioner runs efficiently, it is recommended to clean the Pre-filter at least once every two weeks. Switch off the air conditioner and pull out the filter frame from the unit.
TECHNICAL DATA Model ARC-12S Cooling capacity 12,000 BTU Power supply 115v/ 60Hz Maximum power input 1080 Watts Maximum input 9.5 Amps Dehumidifying capacity 91 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 17” W x 15.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The portable air conditioner does not turn on Possible Causes Power failure / outage. Restore the power supply. The automatic switch, line fuse, or breaker has been tripped. Flip the switch / change the fuse / turn the breaker back on. Also note that you may have too many appliances drawing power on one circuit, you may need to move the other appliances to another circuit. The power supply voltage is too low.
The air coming out of the unit is not very cold, or the airflow volume is weak The unit has worked for a long time, but the room is not cold enough The unit is very noisy The unit leaks water The filters are dirty or obstructed. The air intake or exhaust is obstructed. Clean the air filters. Make sure there is at least 20" of clearance from the air intake. Make the length of the exhaust hose is as short as possible. The unit is set in DRY or FAN mode. The unit is set to low fan speed.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY & THREE YEAR WARRANTY ON COMPRESSOR This WHYNTER portable air conditioner is warranted, to the original owner within the 48 continental states, for one year from the date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service.
