Soleus Air SOLEUSAIR KY-32U User's Manual
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1. KY 32U Portable Air Conditioner User s Manual Cooling Dehumidifying Fan TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS enne nenne en enne 1 PACKAGE CONTAINS enne Saia ee 1 NAMES OF PARTS menn nne hehe res ene tenen nnne nenne 2 INSTALLATION BEFORE nnne nnne nnn enn ense nen entente nnns 3 CONTROL PANEL AND LCD nen nennen nn eene 5 CONTROL PANEL FUNCTIONS enne nennen aene ee en nenne nn 6 OPERATION USING CONTROL PANEL Henne teen 7 OPERATION USING REMOTE CONTROLLER 8 CONDENSATE WATER nenne hh 11 12 TROUBLESHOOTING enne 14 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 15 DISCLAIMER erm nmn nenne nhe haee nnne enne anta ee teneret a reed e anne eene enn 15 CONTACT 15 ELECTRIC PRINCIPLE DRAWING2. 3 Storing the Unit for an Extended Period of Time a Ensure that the water tank is empty b Unplug the unit c Remove the stopper from the internal water drain piping Black Pipe inside the water tank compartment and drain the water from the pipe Reinsert the stopper back to the black drain pipe d The unit should be stored in a cool dry place NOTE During normal operation do not drain water from the water black drainpipe This water is retained for the refrigerant coil cooling purpose only 13 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Unit does not operate Unit is unplugged Securely plug receptacle into the power outlet Drain tank 15 full Empty water tank Water tank not installed correctly Completely insert water tank exhaust is clogged Clear exhaust hose Timer 18 on Cancel the timer and wait for it to run automatically Unit does not cool room There is a heating source in Turn down or off the other room heating source Temperature setting is too high Lower temperature setting Air filter is dirty Clean or replace the air filter Air exhaust 15 not installed Check the air exhaust duct to correctly make sure that the hot exhaust air is let out of room freely Room is too big or too much This unit provides spot cooling or ambient sunlight is reaching in cooling for a room no larger than 350 square feet with standard ceil ing height There 1s frost on the evapor
3. will appear on the LCD display c Pressthe Time Adjustment key until the LCD displays the desired number of hours for the operation d Pressthe Transmit key 10 7 Sleep Mode a Press the On Off key to turn on the remote controller b Press the Sleep key Sleep will appear on the LCD display c Press either of V key of the Temperature key until the LCD displays the desired temperature d Press the Fan Speed key until the LCD displays the desired fan speed e Press Timer and Time Adjustment keys until the LCD displays the desired operation hours f Press the Transmit key CONDENSATE WATER DRAINAGE 1 Internal Water Tank When operating in cooling or dehumidifying mode the condensate water will drain into the internal water tank Depending on the surrounding humidity the unit can continuously operate for 2 to 12 hours before the internal water tank is full When the internal water tank gets full the LCD window shows error code E4 and a beep alarm will sound eight times for 15 seconds The compressor stops running and the fan will continue to run in the set speed for three minutes before the entire unit automatically shuts off When the water tank is full take out the entire water tank slowly and discard the water inside the tank place it back to its original position You will then be able to turn on the unit again Ifyou want to take out the internal tank before it is full of water please stop the un
4. NOTE This control key does not function during the Auto mode OPERATION USING CONTROL PANEL 1 Cooling Operation a Besure that the drain tank is properly placed in the unit b Install the exhaust duct properly c Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet d Turn on the unit by pressing On Off Button on the control panel For Manual Mode Press the Mode Button until the snowflakes and 0 appears on the LCD display a Press Temperature Button or V until the desired room temperature appears on the LCD The temperature ranges from 61F 86F 16 30 b Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan Speed Button For Auto Mode a Press the Mode Button until the Autol appears on the LCD display In the Auto Mode the factory set microprocessor controls the temperature and fan speed for optimal comfort NOTE During hot days the unit will cool off the room most efficiently by setting the temperature at the lowest and the fan speed at the lowest Reducing the length of the exhaust duct and insulating the exhaust duct and keeping direct sunlight to a minimum will also improve the cooling efficiency 2 DehumidityingOperation a Besure that the drain tank is properly placed in the unit b Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet Turnon the unit by pressing the On Off Button on the control panel d Press the Mode Button until the bucket and dropping water and DRY appears on the LCD display NOTE Donotuse the exhaus
5. gt lt nennen nenne ne nen nene 16 WARRANTY 9 17 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the Soleus Air K Y32U portable air conditioner This unit is designed for improving living and working comfort by providing cooling dehumidifying and fan functions only witha minimum installation required With its whisper quite operation and attractive design you will enjoy the convenience and comfort that this unit provides for many years to come When operating as an air conditioner this unit is designed for spot cooling or cooling for a room no larger than 350 square feet with the standard ceiling height IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS Before you use your portable air conditioner please read this operation manual carefully 1 Never use or store gasoline or other flammable vapor or liquid near this unit 2 Maintain at least 10 25 CM clearance space from this unit Avoid air inlet or outlet grilles from being covered or closed off 3 The power supply must be properly grounded 4 Do not use an adapter plug or extension cord 5 Do not use the unit in the immediate surroundings of a bath a shower or a swimming pool 6 Do not let children play near this unit PACKAGE CONTAINS Mobile Air Conditioner Air Exhaust Duct Exhaust Duct Window Kit Adapter Remote Controller AAA Batteries 2 Window Kit 3 Sliding Panels Window Kit Fastener Screws 4 Continuous Drainage Tubing Pipe Exhaust Outlet
6. Wall Cover User Manual NAMES OF PARTS Front View Signal Receptor control panel upper air outlet handle lower inlet grille Back View Exhaust Duct Terminal 222 upper air inlet grill with filter Mee power continuous VES 3 drainage weer hot air exhaust outlet 7 lower air inlet grille water aiitem mmis 4 2 tank Exhaust Duct Exhaust Duct Unit Terminal End Window Kit Adaptor INSTALLATION BEFORE USE 1 Condensate Water Tank Float Lid You must install the water tank float lid before first use of the portable air conditioner following these procedures a the water tank and draw it out slowly b Remove water tank float lid and packing material from the water tank c Insert the float lid into the water tank by inserting one side of the hinge into the hinge holder on the water tank and then sliding the other side into its place The 2 water tank float lid should be able to move up and down freely after correct installment d Insert the complete water tank back to the air conditioner unit 2 Exhaust Duct Fig 1 c When you use the unit as an air conditioner the hot exhaust air must be directed out of the room The exhaust duct is used to allow the hot air out DO NOT INSTALL OR USE THE EXHAUST DU
7. cooling mode 3 Power consumption is measured when fan runs at the highest speed Specifications above are for reference only Please see the actual data printed on the nameplate DISCLAIMER ALL INFORMATION AND THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS USER S MANUAL ARE THE PRESENTATION OF THE MANUFACTURER SOLEUS INTERNATIONAL HAS NOT CONDUCTED INDEPENDENT TEST TO THE INFORMATION AND THE SPECIFICATIONS PRE SENTED HEREWITHIN CONTACT INFORMATION Contact For Optional and Spare Parts Technical Support Warranty Claim Customer Service Soleus International Inc 9619 E Valley Blvd A Monte 91731 USA 888 8 SOLEUS 15 ELECTRIC PRINCIPLE DRAWING p ne fi A H PPE TEM SENSOR 727 16 WARRANTY ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Soleus International Inc warrants the accompanying Soleus Air K Y 32U Mobile Air Conditioner to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the applications specified in its operation instruction for a period of ONE 1 year from the date of original retail purchase in the United States or Canada Ifthe air conditioner exhibits a defect in normal use Soleus International Inc will at its option either repair or replace it free of charge within a reasonable time after the air conditioner is returned during the warranty period As acondition to any
8. Additional security measurements should be taken CONTROL PANEL AND LCD DISPLAY CONTROL PANEL Fan speed button Temp button Sleep button Power on off button Mode button LCD window Timer button LCD DISPLAY TIMER DISPLAY FAN MODE COOL MODE j DAY MODE jr nene OFF 4 GETTING TEMIPRATURE ALITO MODE ONOFF FAN SPEED 5 Control Panel Functions D 2 3 4 5 6 Power On Off Control Starts or Stops the Unit Mode Control Select the functions of the unit for Fanonly AirConditioningonlyDehumidifyingonly Auto Control Fan Speed Control Select the fan speed for High Medium Slow Temperature Setting Control Select the desired temperature setting by pressing either or V key when using the unit in cooling function It is recommended to set the temperature before selecting the operational mode TimerControl Set time to start or to stop the unit When the unit is running the timer will shut offthe unit in the number of hours set When the unit is off the timer will start the unit in the number of hours set Sleep Control Activate sleep mode ofthe air conditioner Use the Hr button to set the timer from 1 to 7 hours of operation In the sleep mode the air conditioner adjusts the temperature according to the time automatically to save power and keep the room comfortable for sleeping
9. CT WHEN THE UNIT IS OPERATED AS A DEHUMIDIFIER OR FAN gt a Slid exhaust connector all the way down over the discharge opening of the unit b Mount the external end of the exhaust duct onto a hole of 5 4 132 mm on the wall for optional wall hot air outlet installation or c Connectthe window kit adaptor to the external end of the exhaust duct for a window or sliding door hot air outlet Window installation 522 slidingdoor or NOTE In order to increase the efficiency the exhaust duct should be keep as short and straight as possible The exhaust hose can be cut shorter by unthreading either end of the exhaust duct counter clockwise It is not recommended to increase the manufacturer s length of the exhaust hose This may impede or damage the unit 3 Window Kit Installation Fig 2b c a Open window or sliding door for approximately 5 inches 130 mm b Adjust the length of the window kit to the same length of the window or the sliding door Use all three panels if necessary c Usescrews to affix the window kit length d Place the window kit to the window or sliding door Close the window or door as far as it goes Mount the window kit extension of the exhaust host onto the window kit 4 f Usescrews on the window kit extension if necessary NOTE Whenusing the window kit on a window or sliding door it will cause the window or sliding door not to be properly closed and locked
10. EHUMIDIFYING KEY TRANSMITTING KEY AUTO MODE KEY ON OFF KEY SLEEPING MODE KEY Set Clock a Press On Off key to turn on the remote controller b Press left side Hour or right side Minute of the Time Adjustment key until the LCD displays the correct time C Press the Transmit key to set time Cooling Operation a Press the On Off key to turn on the remote controller b Press the Mode key until the LCD displays COOL C Press either of V key of the Temperature key until the LCD displays the desired temperature d Press the Fan Speed key until the LCD displays the desired fan speed Press the Transmit key NOTE When pressing the Mode Key the LCD displays COOL FAN AND HEAT This KY 32U unit does not have a heating function 3 4 5 6 Dehumidifving Operation a Press the On Off key to turn on the remote controller b Press Dehumidifying key DRY will appear on the LCD display Press the Transmit key Fan Operation a Press the On Offkey to turn on the remote controller b Press the Mode key unit FAN appears on the LCD display Press the Fan Speed key until the LCD displays the desired fan speed d Press the Transmit key Auto Mode a Press the On Off key to turn on the remote controller b Pressthe Auto key AUTO will appears on the LCD display Timer a Press the On Offkey to turn on the remote controller b Press the Timer key TIMER
11. ator Theunit will defrost automatically and return to operation afterwards In dehumidifying mode no coolair There 1s frost on the evaporator Theunit will defrost automatically coming out and will return to operation after wards LCD window shows E4 The water tank is full Empty the water tank The water tank is not installed Completely insert the water correctly tank Noise or vibration Surface is not level Place unit on a level surface and away from obstructions Water is leaking from unit Surface is not level Place unit on a level surface Drainage plug is loose Make sure the plug of drainage spout is securely in place and in ternal black drain pipe is plugged LCD window show E1 Power supply is unstable Turn off the unit and wait for ten minutes before restart Call for technical support if the E1 per sists 4 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MODEL KY 32U COOLING CAPACITY 12 000 BTU H DEHUMIDIFYING CAPACITY 1 870 OZ DAY COOLING 1 61 HP DEHUMIDIFYING 1 1 HP AIR FLOW VOLUME 13 414 CSF 225 CFM 115 V 60 HZ 10 AMPS 1200 WATTS POWER SOURCE SOUND PRESSURE LEVEL 52 db DIMENSIONS 34x 18x 15 Inch PACKAGE 45 21x 19 Inch REFRIGERANT R22 WATER TANK VOLUME 106 OZ NOTE The above cooling capacity is measured at ambient temperature of DB 86 F WB 78 F 2 Noise level is measured at the point where is 3 28 ft away from the front of the unit in
12. hut off automatically when an external water tank is full Spill water can cause substantial damages to carpet furniture and other valuables Do not use lengthy drainage tubing without a condensate water pump MAINTENANCE Note Make sure power is off and the plug is pulled out of the power outlet before performing any 12 maintenanceactivities filter cover hooks 1 Clean orreplace filter Ifthe air filter is blocked with a lot of dust the airflow volume will reduce It is recommended to clean the filter once every two weeks or as needed a Push down the two tabs on the filter cover and pull outwards to remove the entire filter and cover b Carefully take the air filter out of the filter cover Wash the air filter by immersing it gently into warm about 104 F water with a neutral detergent Rinse the filter and dry it thoroughly in a shaded place Attach the filter to the filter cover with the attachment hooks on the inside surtace or the cover e Place the bottom of the filter cover into the holes in the unit case Push the cover back into its original position f Ifthe filter is torn or unusable order a new filter by calling the contact section of this manual niher cover gt heoke 10 2 Case ee a Keep the unit from being exposed directly to the sun for possible color fading b Clean the surface with a damp cloth Dry it with a soft towel
13. it first Wait for 3 minutes before taking out the water tank to prevent the condensate water from discharging into the unit NOTE Do not take out the water tank when the unit is running on either cooling or dehumidifying mode or the alarm will sound and the compressor stops The mode will automatically change to FAN mode and the compressor will require approximately 3 minutes to restart to the cooling dehumidifying cycle 2 Continuous Drainage The unit can operate on continuous drainage mode When the unit is operating on continuous drainage 1 1 mode condensate water does not go to the internal water tank Condensate is discharged by gravity through the drainage tubing to either an external tank not provided or to a condensate water pump device Optional Item When the unit is operating on continuous drainage mode it can operate con tinuously without periodic stops to empty the water tank a Pull out the plug of the drainage spout b Push Click down the drainage spout and make it direct downward c Hold down the drainage spout and then connect the drainage tubing into drainage spout d Place the other end of the drainage tubing into either an external water tank or the receptor of a condensate water pump _ drainage Normal Operation Drainage tubin 9 gt Continuous Drainagd NOTE Be very careful when using an external water tank The unit will not s
14. side The LCDI power cord and plug will remove the supply source via electrical disconnect circuit trip 1f the nominal current leakage between the cord shield and either load conductor exceeds a predetermined value The cord will remain de energized until the devise has been manually reset This is intended to reduce the risk of a fire in the power cord or combustible materials nearby The cord shields are not grounded and they must be considered a shock hazards if exposed The cord shield must not be connected to ground or to any exposed metal The test and reset buttons on the LCDI Plug are used to check if the plug 15 functioning properly To test 1 Plug power cord into wall outlet 2 Press TEST Button circuit should trip cutting power to the air conditioner 3 Press RESET button for use Ifa test is performed and the indicator light remains ON current leakage has been detected Do not use the air conditioner or attempt to reset the LCDI Plug Contact Soleus Air Customer Service for troubleshooting recom mendations TEST BUTTON uf RESET BUTTON L WARNING 1 DO NOT press TEST button while the air conditioner is operating 2 The TEST and RESET buttons should not be used as and OFF switches 3 The cord and plug are not intended to offer protection to externally connected loads or supply circuits The cord and plug are intended for indoor use only 18
15. t duct when the unit is running at dehumidifying model You must remove the exhaust duct from the unit When the unit is running at dehumidifying mode the fan speed cannot be adjusted Keep the windows and the doors closed to aid the effectiveness of the unit in removing the moisture from the room 3 Fan Operation a Plug the Power Cord to the power outlet b Turn on the unit by pressing the On Off Button on the control panel Press the Mode Button until appears on the LCD display d Select the fan speed by pressing the Fan Speed Button NOTE When the unit is running on fan mode the exhaust duct is inoperative and is not required OPERATION USING REMOTE CONTROLLER The remote controller provided with the unit may operate this portable air conditioner The remote controller uses two AAA batteries provided Install the batteries before using the remote controller NOTE The information displayed on the LCD ofthe remote controller will only be transmitted to the air conditioner when the On Off Transmit Sleep or Auto buttons transmitting buttons are pressed Any changes made to the LCD display will be reversed to the previous setting ifnone ofthe transmitting buttons is pressed within 15 seconds after the changes are made NOTE When the remote controller is off the LCD only displays the current time REMOTE CONTROLLER D 2 MODE KEY TEMPERATURE KEY FAN SPEED KEY TIMER KEY TIME ADJUSTMENT KEY D
16. warranty service obligation the consumer must present this Warranty Certificate along with a copy of the original purchase invoice THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER 1 Damage accidental or other wise to the air conditioner while in the possession of a consumer not caused by a defect in material or workmanship 2 Damage caused by consumer misuse tampering or failure to follow the care and special han dling provisions in the instructions 3 Damage to the finish ofthe case or other appearance parts caused by wear 4 Filter 5 Damage caused by repairs or alterations ofthe air conditioner by anyone other than authorized by Soleus International Inc 6 Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY ARE LIM ITED TO ONE YEAR DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTYSOLEUS INTERNATIONAL INC DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES AND INNOEVENT SHALL SOLEUS INTERNATIONAL INC S LIABILITY EXCEED THE RETAIL VALUE OF THE AIR CONDITIONER FOR BREACH OF ANY WRITTEN OR IMPLIED WARRANTY WITH RESPECT TO THIS AIR CONDITIONER 17 LCDI POWER CORD AND PLUG This air conditioner 15 equipped with an LCDI Leakage Current Detection and Interruption power cord and plug as required by US National Electric Code 440 65 This cord consists of a length of shielded flexible cord with no termination on the load side and a LCDI attachment plug on the line
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