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Air conditioner runs
for a short time only,
but room is not cool
■
Set temperature is close to
room temperature.
Lower set temperature. See “Using the Controls.”
Air conditioner runs,
but does not cool
■
The filter is dirty or
obstructed by debris.
Clean the filter.
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Air outlet is blocked.
Clear air outlet.
■
Set temperature is too high. Lower set temperature.
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The air conditioner has lost
charge (leak in system), or
operated in temperatures
below 64ºF (18ºC).
If the control buzzer beeps 3 times repeatedly, contact service technician.
Air conditioner
cycles on and off
too much
■
The air conditioner is set to
ComfortMode
™
control.
Use ComfortMode
™
control only when you are asleep or away from home,
since the fan does not circulate the room air continuously.
■
The air conditioner is not
properly sized for your
room.
Check the cooling capabilities of your portable air conditioner. Portable air
conditioners are not designed to cool multiple rooms.
■
The filter is dirty or
obstructed by debris.
Clean the filter.
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There is excessive heat or
moisture (open container
cooking, showers, etc.) in
the room.
Use a fan to exhaust heat or moisture from the room. Try not to use heat-
producing appliances during the hottest part of the day.
■
The louvers are blocked.
Install the air conditioner in a location where the louvers are free from curtains,
blinds, furniture, etc.
■
The outside temperature is
below 64°F (18°C).
Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode when the outside
temperature is below 64°F (18°C).
■
The temperature of the
room you are trying to cool
is extremely hot.
Allow extra time for the air conditioner to cool off a very hot room.
■
Windows or doors to the
outside are open.
Close all windows and doors.
Temperature on
display does not
match room
temperature
■
When the compressor and
fan motor turn off during
Power Saver mode, or after
you turn off the unit, a lower
temperature reading than
the actual room
temperature may be
displayed for a short period
of time.
This lower temperature reading is caused by the temperature sensor being
located close to the cold evaporator coil. The actual room temperature will
display within a few minutes.
Water drips from
cabinet into your
house
■
The drain plug is not
installed properly.
Install drain plug properly.
Water Full indicator
remains on, and the
air conditioner turns
off
■
This is normal.
See “Portable Air Conditioner Care” for instructions on how
to drain the air conditioner.
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