EdgeStar AP310SS User's Manual
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1. 10 Control Panel 10 Remote Contro 12 Modes 12 Water Drainage 13 Maintenance 14 Filter 15 Cleaning the Exterior 15 Long Term Storage 16 Troubleshooting 17 Circuit Diagram 19 Limited Warranty 20 Thank You Thank you for purchasing an EdgeStar portable air conditioner It should provide you with years of reliable cooling Among other features this versatile unit exhausts all the condensate that it extracts from your air Additionally this portable air conditioner features auto restart If power to the unit is interrupted the unit remembers its previous settings when power is restored In order to properly use all features o2. SEageStar AP310 Portable Air Conditioner Owner s Manual This owner s manual provides instructions on safe installation use and maintenance Please read it carefully and save it for reference m http www edgestar com Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 Thank You 2 Energy Saving Tips 2 NoteS 2 Technical Specifications 3 Safety Precautions 4 Parts and AccessorieS 6 Parts 6 ACCESSOT ES 7 Installation 7 Exhaust Hose Installation 8 Window Installation 9 Wall Installation 10 Operation
3. i sunlight into the room f The room is a kitchen with many You may need additional cooling The unit has worked for a long 2 j heat producing appliances or another air conditioner time but the room is not cold f f You may need additional cooling enough There is a server in the room A or another air conditioner You may need additional cooling The room is too large F or another air conditioner There are many electrical You may need additional cooling appliances in the room or another air conditioner You may need additional cooling The room is not well insulated or another air conditioner or you may need to add insulation The unit is not level Make sure the unit is level The compressor is bad Call for service The unit is very noisy The floor underneath the unit is Move the unit to a location with a uneven level even floor ae The rubber drain stoppers are not The unit 1s leaking water onto the dled Install the rubber drain stoppers installe floor The unit was tilted or is not level Make use the unit remains level Make sure the exhaust hose is not The unit is unable to work as over extended or kinked that the efficiently as it needs to filter is clean and that nothing is The evaporator coils freeze up obstructing any of the air inlets The ambient temperature is too Use the unit only when the cold ambient temperature warms up The unit shows an error code ui i Various factors Call fo
4. HER THE MANUFACTURER NOR ITS DISTRIBUTORS SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL INDIRECT SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES OF ANY NATURE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE WHETHER BASED IN CONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE 21 es FEdsesStar For information on EdgeStar and to view our full line of products please visit our website http www edgestar com EdgeStar Products Box 81336 Austin Texas 78708 1336 Toll Free 1 866 319 5473
5. IS NOT COVERED The following limitations apply to the coverage of this warranty Optional accessories attachments and appearance items are excluded from warranty coverage as is shipping damage and any damage caused by improper voltage or any other misuse including abnormal service handling or usage This warranty does not cover normal wear and tear on parts or replacement of parts designed to be replaced e g filters etc This warranty does not cover service trips to deliver pick up repair or install the product or to instruct in proper usage of the product Damages or operating problems resulting from abuse operation outside environmental specifications uses contrary to instructions provided in the owner s manual accidents vermin fire flood improper installation unauthorized service acts of God unauthorized installation or modification or commercial use are excluded from warranty coverage This warranty does not cover labor incurred 91 days or more after the date of original purchase This warranty does not cover use of EdgeStar products in commercial settings DESCRIPTION OF WARRANTY SERVICE All defective product components covered by this warranty will be repaired or replaced at EdgeStar s option free of charge on a mail in basis to EdgeStar s authorized repair facility during the first 90 days from the date of original purchase All defective product components covered by this warranty will be repaired or repl
6. aced at EdgeStar s option on a mail in basis to EdgeStar s authorized repair facility during the time period beginning on the 91 day from the date of original purchase and ending one year from the date of original purchase During this time period parts will be supplied free of charge but labor charges will apply All replacement parts and units will be new remanufacturered or refurbished All products and components replaced by EdgeStar under warranty service become the property of EdgeStar OBTAINING WARRANTY SERVICE 20 Contact EdgeStar for troubleshooting assistance and warranty service authorization at 1 866 319 5473 Please have your order receipt available to confirm the date of purchase Once an EdgeStar authorized representative has confirmed that your product is eligible for warranty service the product must be returned to an EdgeStar authorized repair facility The purchaser is solely responsible for prepaying all shipping related costs to and from the repair facility EdgeStar is not responsible for damage resulting from shipper mishandling or improper packaging Do not return defective product to the place of purchase THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE TO THE EXTENT ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS REQUIRED BY LAW IT IS LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE EXPRESS WARRANTY PERIOD ABOVE NEIT
7. d for it Do not extend it lest the unit nal f unct i on 2 Window Installation b c d e g Notes Wndows Wndow Kits Make sure the exhaust hose is properly installed onto the portable air conditioner as described above Pull out about 6 of the free end of the exhaust hose and install the window kit adapter onto the exhaust hose by screwing it on in a clockwise manner Open your window about 5 Adjust the length of the window kit to the same width or length of the window If necessary the window kit can be cut to size Place the window kit in your window with the exhaust hole as near as possible to the portable air conditioner Close the window on the window kit For long term installation or to make the window kit more stable you may want to screw the window kit into your window frame Adjust the length of the exhaust hose and mount the window kit adapter to the window kit These installation instructions can also be followed for sliding door installation a longer window kit will be required Installation as detailed above will not allow the window to be properly closed or locked while the window kit is in place Be sure to take appropriate security measures Wndow Kits 3 Wall Installation a Make sure the exhaust hose is properly installed onto the portable air conditioner as described above b Make a hole of 5 1 8 diameter in your wall C Positio
8. e unit and unplug it Empty any residual condensate water by unplugging the lower drain port and allowing any water accumulated there to drain out Reinstall the rubber stopper after doing this Detach the exhaust hose and collapse it to its smallest size Take out the filter Clean and dry it see the instructions above and reinstall it Cover the portable air conditioner to protect it from dust It is generally a good idea to store the unit in its original box and packaging Store the unit in a cool dry place Do not stack heavy things on top of it Troubleshooting The portable air conditioner does not turn on The unit turns on but the compressor does not turn on the fan runs but there is no cooling The air coming out of the unit is not very cold or the airflow volume is weak There was a power failure Restore the power supply The plug is not correctly inserted Insert the plug correctly into the into the socket socket Flip the switch change the fuse or turn the breaker back on Also The automatic switch line fuse note that you may have too many or breaker has been tripped appliances drawing power on one circuit so you may need to move some onto another circuit The power supply voltage is too Move the unit onto another low circuit with the correct voltage Call for service Only authorized The power cord is damaged service man should replace damaged plugs The LCDI plug for
9. end or crush the exhaust hose while in use Do not touch the portable air conditioner with wet or damp hands Do not let chemical substances come into contact with the portable air conditioner Do not use the plug to start or stop the unit Always use the control panel to start or stop the portable air conditioner Always allow for air flow around the portable air conditioner of at least 20 Always turn off the portable air conditioner when not in use Always turn the portable air conditioner off and unplug it after use before cleaning before carrying out maintenance and before moving it It the electrical socket 1s different from the plug have a professionally qualified electrician replace the socket with a suitable one Do not use adapter plugs multiple sockets or extension cords The filter must be used at all times When removing the filter for cleaning turn off the unit and unplug it Parts and Accessories 1 Parts Cperati on Panel Ar Inlet e MM AU Eher Ar Otlet Cont rol S gnal Recept or Ar Inlet for condenser si de Caster Handl e Hot Ar D schargi ng Port Use to connect air hose Upper Drain Port Down Drain Port 2 Accessories Indoor Terninal End Exhaust e i Wndow Ki t Adapt er Wndow K t Mai n pi ece V ter rain Fbse Installation When you use this portable air conditioner as an air conditioner or a deh
10. f the hose shoul d cover the i nner port and i nsi de the scr ew connect or Maintenance A Make sure the unit is turned off and unplugged before performing any maintenance Do not immerse the unit in water or other liquids Do not pour liquids into the unit Some parts may have sharp edges Be careful to avoid cutting yourself 1 Filter This portable air conditioner has a washable pre filter that filters contaminants out of the air This pre filter should be cleaned about once every two weeks or as needed If it becomes clogged with dust the efficiency of the unit will be lowered 1 Remove the filter from the filter compartment in the front of the portable air conditioner 2 Wash the filter by immersing it in warm water and lightly scrubbing it with a gentle soap Do not put the filter in water warmer than 104 F 3 Rinse the filter thoroughly and dry it The filter must be completely dry before it can be put back into the portable air conditioner 4 Once the filter is completely dry reinsert it into the unit 2 Cleaning the Exterior Wipe the plastic parts with a slightly damp cloth to clean them Use stainless steel cleaner to clean the stainless steel panels 3 Long Term Storage 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Down Lrain Port On a warm day run the unit in Fan only mode for a few hours to exhaust all condensate and to completely dry out the interior Turn off th
11. f this portable air conditioner please read this owner s manual prior to use and store the owner s manual for future reference It is also a good idea to save the box and packaging for this portable air conditioner for off season storage Energy Saving Tips 1 Use the portable air conditioner for the recommended room size Rooms that are too small can cause the unit to short cycle and work inefficiently Rooms that are too large will never cool completely 2 Be careful not to obstruct the air flow coming out of the portable air conditioner A powerful unobstructed airflow is crucial for optimum cooling Keep blinds and curtains closed during the sunniest part of the day Clean the pre filter often Close your fireplace damper floor grills and wall grills to prevent cool air from escaping Avoid opening doors frequently OD eR oY Note that each additional person in room adds between 100 150 BTU of heat so the more people in a room the more cooling capacity is required 8 Set the portable air conditioner to maximum cooling and high speed airflow when you first start it up and then adjust the unit to a comfortable setting 9 To provide cooling to a room this portable air conditioner must always be used with its exhaust hose attached Notes The portable air conditioner must be plugged into an appropriate power outlet Refer to the rating label on the back of the unit for more information The portable air conditioner is a c
12. fter a set time When the unit is on the Off Timer can be used to turn the unit off after a set time How to set the Off Timer When the unit is on press the Timer bu 3 will flash in the timer display and the timer indicator will light up Press the W or buttons while the number is flashing to select the time delay You may set the unit to turn off in as little as 1 hour or as much as 24 hours in 1 hour increments 10 seconds after you last press the Temperature Time buttons the timer display will stop flashing As time passes the time in the timer display will decrease in 1 hour increments When the timer display reaches 0 the unit will turn off How to set the On Timer When the unit is off but plugged in press the Timer br 3 will flash in the timer 5 ec UP DOWN display and the timer indicator will light up Press the or M o buttons while the number is flashing to select the time delay You may set the unit to turn on in as little as 1 hour or as much as 24 hours in 1 hour increments The unit will start up using the last settings it was on when it was turned off As time passes the time in the timer display will decrease in 1 hour increments When the timer display reaches 0 the unit will turn on How to alter the time on the timer after it has been set When the timer is set in either mode press the timer button again The time in the timer display will begin to blink Whi
13. ionally the ambient temperature in the room will 12 probably rise by a few degrees if you do not use the exhaust hose The Dehumidifying mode will not work in temperatures below 64 F Cooling 1 Plug the power cord into a power outlet 2 Tum on the unit 3 Press the Mode button until the icon LED next to Cool lights up 4 Select the fan speed by using the Fan button 5 Set the thermostat using the Temperature Time buttons The thermostat is adjustable between 64 F and 90 F in one degree increments Cooling mode cools and dehumidifies your air If the ambient temperature drops below the temperature you selected the compressor turns off and the unit functions with the fan only When the temperature rises above the temperature you selected the compressor turns on again Note The exhaust hose must be used in Cooling mode in order to cool a room Fan only 1 Plug the power cord into a power outlet 2 Turn on the unit 3 Press the Mode button until the LED next to Fan lights up 4 Select the fan speed by using the Fan button Fan only mode is used to circulate the air in your room No temperature setting is needed Note Fan only mode does not require that the exhaust hose be attached 4 Water Drainage All air conditioners dehumidify the air as they cool This portable air conditioner is designed to evaporate and exhaust this condensed water sometimes called condensate When using the Cooli
14. le it is blinking you can adjust the time using the Temperature Time buttons 10 seconds after you last press the Temperature Time buttons the timer display will stop flashing How to cancel the timer When the timer is set in either mode press the timer button again The time in the 11 timer display will begin to blink While it is blinking press the timer button again The time will disappear from the Timer Display and an F will be displayed The timer has now been cancelled 2 Remote Control ON CF FAN SPEED v A TEMP TI ME TI MER MODE The six buttons on the remote control are same as the six buttons on the control panel of the main unit See the control panel section above for an explanation of how to use the buttons The remote control uses a lithium battery model CR2025 The battery must be installed prior to using the remote control 3 Modes Dehumidifying 1 Plug the power cord into a power outlet 2 Turn on the unit 3 Press the Mode button until the LED next to Dry lights up During the Dehumidifying mode the unit will condense water out of the air and exhaust it through the exhaust hose The ambient temperature in the room will probably drop by a few degrees while using the Dehumidifying mode Notes The fan always runs on low speed while in the Dehumidifying mode If you do not use the exhaust hose in Dehumidifying mode you must manually drain the water from the unit Addit
15. n the portable air conditioner near the hole d Feed as much exhaust hose as is needed through the hole Notes Be sure to cover the hole when it is not being used by the portable air conditioner Be sure to have a qualified person make the hole to avoid the possibility of injury or of unintended damage to your room Operation 1 Control Panel Power ndi cat or V ter Full Indi cator Setting Tenperature ff gt A Dsplay f f POER cm N Y Fan Speed od ku D spl ay Li ght T J HEC o HG Cperat i on Mde O spl ay Li ght MED FAN Low oxr DRY ME Tenper at ure But t on e P Timer Set Button 24 E di Timer ndi cat or UP DOWN ay t S ad i l z Mbde Set Button TIMER 2 FAN MODE V ONIOFF QN GF Butt on ON OFF 1 On Off Button Turns the unit on or off MODE 2 Mode Button Selects the mode Dehumidifying Cooling or Fan only FAN 3 Fan Speed Button Switches between low and high fan speeds UP DOWN 4 or Temperature Time Buttons These buttons are used to adjust the thermostat setting up or down or to adjust the time setting when using the timer NOTE The temperature can be displayed in Celsius or Fahrenheit To change from one scale to another press and hold the On Off button for 20 seconds TIMER 5 Timer Button Used to set or cancel the timer The timer has two functions When the unit is off the On Timer can be used to turn the unit on a
16. ng or Dehumidifying modes under extremely humid conditions the internal water tray may fill completely If this happens the Water Level indicator on the control panel will light and the compressor will shut off so that no water is spilled on the floor The unit will continue operating and exhausting water until the water level lowers Then the compressor will turn back on and the unit will begin cooling as normal If you want to begin cooling or dehumidifying right away without waiting for the unit to dispose of the excess condensate itself you may manually drain the unit Manual Drainage Turn the unit off Unscrew the cap from the upper drain port Connect a drain hose to the upper drain port one is included with this unit or you may use a garden hose Put the other end of the drain hose in a bucket Turn the unit back on The internal drain pump will pump water into the bucket When the flow of water stops you can turn off the portable air conditioner Remove the drain hose and reinstall the drain cap The unit will now be almost completely drained If you were draining the unit to allow it to continue cooling or dehumidifying simply turn the unit back on to the settings you want Usi ng the water drai n hose suppl ied wth unit which is about six feets ong Upper Drain Port Addi ti onal Drain Fbse Vat er Box m i Vat er drain hose suppl i ed wth unit Fowto i nst al the hose The end o
17. ompressor driven cooling system The air conditioner has an anti overheating safety feature that delays the compressor from starting for three minutes after the air conditioner turns on or when a mode change is made If the compressor does not immediately start it is likely because of this feature To protect the compressor from overheating or freezing it will only operate when the ambient temperature is between 64 and 100 F In the Cooling or Dehumidifying modes the exhaust hose must be used When switching into the Cooling mode cooling may be temporarily delayed as the unit cools down Technical Specifications Electrical Power Supply 115 Volts 60 Hertz Rated Power Consumption During Cooling See Label on Unit Dehumidification Capacity 38 Pints per 24 Hours Refrigerant Load Fan Speeds Airflow H M L 200 170 150 cfm Notes 1 The above data were obtained in the following conditions Cooling conditions Dry bulb Wet bulb 95 75 F according to European standard EN14511 2004 2 Operating limits for cooling Maximum ambient conditions Dry bulb Wet bulb 100 80 F Minimum ambient conditions Dry bulb Wet bulb 64 57 F Safety Precautions Ur e oo ars Do not insert anything into the grill Fig A Make sure all children are properly supervised around this portable air conditioner Fig B Do not use an excessively wet cloth or industrial solvents to clean this unit Fig C Do not damage the
18. power cord Fig D Do not use the portable air conditioner in the presence of flammable substances or vapors such as alcohol insecticides gas etc Fig D Do not yank on the power cord or place it near a source of heat If the electric cord is damaged it must be replaced by an authorized service agent Fig D Transport the portable air conditioner in an upright position only If the unit is tipped over make sure it stands upright for at least 3 hours prior to turning it on Always place the unit on a level surface In order to cool the hot air from the exhaust port in the rear of the portable air conditioner must be exhausted outside the room 18 Do not sit on or place articles on the portable air conditioner 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2T 28 Make sure the portable air conditioner is connected to a grounded power outlet This portable air conditioner is designed to operate in an ambient temperature of 64 100 F This portable air conditioner has been designed for residential use Always turn the portable air conditioner off before unplugging it Do not use this portable air conditioner for functions other than those described in this owner s manual Do not tilt the portable air conditioner Do not cover or obstruct the intake or outlet grills Do not use the portable air conditioner in a wet room such as a bathroom or laundry room to avoid the possibility of shock Do not b
19. r service beginning with E Various Various factors Call for service for service 18 Circuit Diagram 9c n n Fecei ver FCB 7E Li LH 3C Qer at i on Panel PCB Mi n Control PCB 6 L N SUPPLY G Foom Tenp Vat er Level Sensor Det ect or v Mcr oconput er AGN AG NDAG NI x x LA Tr ansf or ner DIDA C2 Runni ng Capaci tor For Conpressor C3 Runni ng Capacitor For Fan Motor of Evaporator Si de 19 Qondenser Si de Fan Mot or HO e re A L9 Qut of f aime V ter 4 Punp LI i SARANA A Evapor at or Qut of f Si de Fan Mt or EPS C Conpr essor tect or e C1 Runni ng Capacitor For Fan Motor of Condenser Si de Limited Warranty This EdgeStar product is warranted to be free from defective workmanship and materials for the first year following the date of original purchase Replacement parts will be supplied free of charge for the first year following the date of original purchase Labor will be performed free of charge for the first 90 days following the date of original purchase WHAT IS COVERED This warranty applies to the original purchaser only and only covers defects in workmanship experienced during operation of the product under normal service maintenance and usage conditions This warranty applies to the purchase and use of this product in residential settings within the United States of America WHAT
20. the unit is Press the Reset button on the portable air conditioner s plug The room temperature is outside This unit is designed to work in of the operational tolerances of ambient temperatures of 64 F to the unit 100 F Press the Mode button until the The Cooling mode is not on Cooling icon is shown on the control panel Give the compressor 3 minutes to The compressor has not turned i turn on after the Cooling mode on yet because of its time delay has b kend as been selecte Check the water level indicator on the control panel If it is lit The internal water reservoir is either manually drain the water full or allow the unit to exhaust the water itself Then cooling will resume Make sure there is at least 20 of The air intake is obstructed clearance from the air intake on the front of the unit Make the exhaust duct as short as The exhaust duct is too long possible Check the exhaust duct Remove any obstructions The unit is set in dehumidifying C d Set the unit in cooling mode mode The unit is set to low fan speed Set the unit to high fan speed Close all windows and doors into Windows or doors are open e the room when the unit is cooling There are too many people in the You may need additional cooling room or another air conditioner Close curtains and blinds Try to The exhaust is obstructed There is direct sunshine into the A M minimize the amount of direct room
21. umidifier the hot air should be exhausted out of the room When the unit is operating in fan only mode no exhaust is required You do not need to hookup the window kit and hot air exhaust hose when you use the unit as a fan If you use this portable air conditioner in cooling mode without venting the exhaust outside the room you are cooling the net temperature in the room will rise but the unit will still cool the area directly in from of its louvers This portable air conditioner ships with the accessories for two primary types of installation window installation standard double hung windows and wall installation 1 Exhaust Hose Installation The exhaust hose must be installed onto the unit before any further installation can occur a Pull out about 6 of one end of the exhaust hose b Screw the exhaust connector onto the exhaust hose in a clockwise motion c Snap the exhaust connector into place in the back of the unit See below for a few notes about exhaust hose installation Note Mounting the exhaust hose The suppli ed exhaust hose can be ext ended f rom 16 i nches to 63 inches ong for nounting For best aw oper ation use the shortest strai ghtest possi bl e conf i gurat i on Avoi d ki nks in the hose whi ch nay drastically reduce the cool i ng V qr power of this unit TERRA Warning pm The length of the exhaust hose supplied wth this unit is speci all y desi gne
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