WHYNTER ECO-FRIENDLY 14,000 BTU PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER WITH HEATER o MODEL#: ARC-14SH Instruction Manual Congratulations on your new WHYNTER product. To ensure proper operation, please read this Instruction Manual carefully before using this product. 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 14 REMOTE CONTROL 15 CARE AND MAINTENANCE 16 TECHNICAL DATA 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 18-19 WARRANTY INFORMATION 20 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 Intake and Exhaust hose 2 pieces Fixture 2 pieces Screws 8 pieces Hose connector 4 pieces 1 set Window slider kit Cover 2 pieces Remote control 1 piece Optional 3M™ Antimicrobial Filter (sold separately) 1 piece 6|Page
IDENTIFICATION OF PARTS Front 1. Air vent 2. Control panel Rear 3. Evaporator air intake / air filter 4. Air intake hose 5. Air exhaust hose 6. Casters 7. Drain port 8.
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. Timer Warning Light Timer / Temperature Set Control 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 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.
HEAT MODE In this mode, the air conditioner heats the room. To activate this function mode, press the Mode Control button until the indicator comes on. When the heating mode is set, the compressor will start in approximately 3-5 minutes. NOTE: In heating mode, cold air is exhausted from the outdoor exhaust port and the exhaust hose must be connected to exhaust out the cold air.
WATER DRAINAGE During the process of cooling, some water will be extracted from the air into the unit. Most of this water is used to cool and exhausted to the outside. If the unit is operated in high humidity or low temperature environment, water will collect in the reservoir inside the unit. If the reservoir is full, the compressor will stop. To continue the cooling function, please drain the water. 1. Turn off the unit. 2. Position a flat container or dish under the drain plug. 3.
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-14SH Cooling capacity 14,000 BTU Heating capacity 13,000 BTU Power supply 115v/ 60Hz Maximum power input Dehumidifying capacity 1250 Watts Cooling 1200 Watts Heating 10.8 Amps Cooling 10.5 Amps Heating 101 Pts / Day Thermostat 61°F to 89°F Refrigerant R-410A Air flow (max.) 360 m3/ Hour Fan speeds 3 (H, M, L) Exhaust hose length 49” Unit Dimensions 19” W x 16” D x 35.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The portable air conditioner does not turn on Possible Causes Power failure / outage. The automatic switch, line fuse, or breaker has been tripped. The unit turns on but the compressor does not turn on (the fan runs but the unit is not cooling) Solutions Restore the power supply. Flip the switch / change the fuse / turn the breaker back on.
The unit has worked for a Windows or doors are open. long time, but the room is There are too many people in the room. not cold enough There is direct sunshine into the room. The room is a kitchen or with many heat-producing appliances There is a server in the room. The room is too large. The unit is very noisy The unit is not level. The surface underneath the unit is uneven. Low power voltage.
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.
