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USER MANUAL

This is the main product document for model 2PEC12000. Additionally, the document applies to other PerfectAire models: 1PEC8000, 2PEC10000

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Distributed by:
Perfect Aire, LLC
5401 Dansher Rd.
Countryside, IL 60525
844-4PA-AIRE | 844-472-2473
www.perfectaire.us
WINDOW
AIR CONDITIONER
FOR MODELS:
1PEC8000
2PEC10000
2PEC12000
Before using your air conditioner, please
read this manual carefully and keep it for
future reference, along with your receipt.
Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice.
Printed in China
PA/User_1PEC8000_2PEC10000_2PEC12000/01162017
USER MANUAL
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For your own records, please attach a copy of your sales receipt to this manual and complete the following:
Model Number: _____________________________________ Serial Number: _______________________________________
Purchase Date: ____________________________________ Store Purchased: _____________________________________
Installation Date: ___________________________________ Installation Co.: _______________________________________
Installer Name: _____________________________________ Installer Phone No.: ___________________________________
CONSUMER PRODUCT INFORMATION
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...................................................................1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...........................................3
PARTS DIAGRAM ..............................................................................4
BEFORE INSTALLING .......................................................................5
INSTALLATION ..................................................................................6
CONTROL PANEL .............................................................................8
REMOTE CONTROL .........................................................................9
CARE & CLEANING ..........................................................................10
TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................................... 11
CONTENTS
This manual provides the information needed for proper use and mainte-
nance of this air conditioner. Basic preventative care can help extend the life
of this unit. The “Troubleshooting” section in this manual contains a chart
with solutions to the most common problems. Referring to this section may
save time and prevent the need for a service call in the event of a problem.
CAUTION
● Contactanauthorizedservicetechnicianforrepairormaintenanceofthisunit.
● Ifnecessary,contactaninstallerforinstallationofthisunit.
● Theairconditionerisnotintendedforusebyyoungchildrenwithoutsupervision.Youngchildrenshouldbesupervised
to ensure that they do not play with the air conditioner.
● Disabledpersonsmayrequireassistancewithsetup.
● Ifthepowercordistobereplaced,replacementworkshouldbeperformedbyauthorizedpersonnelonly.
● Installationandrepairworkmustbeperformedinaccordancewiththenationalwiringstandardsbyauthorized
personnel only.
● Donotoperateyourairconditionerinawetroomsuchasabathroomorlaundryroom.
NOTE:Alltheillustrationsinthismanualareforexplanationpurposesonly.Unitpurchasedmaybeslightlydierent.
Thedesignandspecicationsaresubjecttochangewithoutpriornoticeforproductimprovement.ContactConsumer
Services at 844-4PA-AIRE (844-472-2473) for details.
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WARNINGS
Plug in power cord properly. Failuretodosomaycauseelectricshockorredueto
excess heat generation.
DO NOT operate or stop the unit by inserting or pull-
ing out the power plug directly from the wall.
Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorredueto
heat generation.
DO NOT use a damaged power cord.
Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorre.Ifthepower
cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufactur-
eroranauthorizedservicecenterorasimilarlyqualied
personinordertoavoidahazard.
DO NOT modify power cord length or share the
outlet with other appliances.
Doingsomaycauseelectricshockorredueto
heat generation.
DO NOT operate with wet hands or in
damp environment.
Doingsomaycauseelectricshock.
DO NOTdirectairowdirectlyatroomoccupants.
This could cause health issues.
Alwaysensureeectivegrounding. Incorrectgroundingmaycauseelectricshock.
DO NOT allow water to run into electric parts.
Doingsomaycausefailureofmachineorelectricshock.
Alwaysinstallcircuitbreakerandadedicated
power circuit.
Incorrectinstallationmaycausereandelectricshock.
Always unplug the unit if strange sounds, smell or
smokecomesfromtheunit.
Failuretodosomaycausereandelectricshock.
DO NOTusethesocketifitislooseordamaged.
Doingsomaycausereandelectricshock.
DO NOT open the unit during operation.
Doingsomaycauseelectricshock.
DO NOTuserearmsnearunit.
Doingsomaycausere.
DO NOT use the power cord close to
heating appliances.
Doingsomaycausereandelectricshock.
DO NOT disassemble, modify, or drill holes into
the air conditioner.
Doingsomaycausefailureandelectricshockandvoid
the manufacturer’s warranty.
Ventilate room before operating air conditioner if
thereisagasleakfromanotherappliancesuchas
a stove.
Failuretodosomaycauseexplosion,reandburns.
DO NOT
usethepowercordnearammablegasor
combustibles,suchasgasoline,benzene,thinner,etc.
Doingsomaycauseanexplosionorre.
READ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION
Topreventinjurytotheuserorotherpeopleandpropertydamage,thefollowinginstructionsmustbefollowed.
Incorrectoperationduetoignoringofinstructionsmaycauseharmordamage.Theseriousnessisclassiedbythe
following indications.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
NEVER DO THIS.OTHER SYMBOLS: ALWAYS DO THIS.
THIS SYMBOL INDICATES THAT IGNORING INSTRUCTIONS MAY CAUSE
MODERATE INJURY TO YOUR PERSON, OR DAMAGE TO YOUR UNIT OR
OTHER PROPERTY.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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CAUTIONS
Whenremovingairlter,DO NOT touch metal parts of
the unit.
Doingsomaycauseaninjury.
DO NOT clean with water.
Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation,
causinganelectricshock.
Ensure proper ventilation, especially in rooms with a
stove or other appliances.
Failure to do so may result in an oxygen shortage.
Unitandcircuitbreaker/fusemustbeswitchedOFF
when cleaning.
CleaningunitwhenpowerisONmaycausereand
electricshockandmaycauseaninjury.
DO NOT put a pet or house plant where it will be ex-
posedtodirectairow.
Thiscouldinjurethepetorplant.
Use ONLY as intended. This unit is NOT intended to preserve precision devic-
es,food,pets,plants,andartobjects.Itmaycause
deteriorationofquality,etc.
Stop operation and close the window in severe
storms or hurricanes.
Operationwithwindowsopenmaycausemoistureto
enter the room.
Hold the plug by the head of the power plug when
takingitout.
Failuretodosomaycauseelectricshock
and damage.
If unit will not be used for a long period of time,
unplug or turn OFF main power switch.
Leavingpoweronmaycauseunitfailureorre.
Do not place obstacles around air-inlets or inside of
air-outlet.
Obstaclesmaycauseappliancefailureoraccident.
Periodicallycheckinstallationbracketfordamage. Prolonged exposure to outdoor elements may cause
damagetoinstallationbracket,causingunittofall.
Alwaysinsertlter(s)securely.Cleanlter(s)AT LEAST
onceeverytwoweeks.
Operationwithoutsecurelyinstalledltersmay
causefailure.Adirtyltercancausetheunittonot
runeciently.
Use only a soft cloth to clean the unit. Cleaners or detergents may change the color or
scratch the surface of the unit.
Usecautionwhenunpackingandinstalling. Sharpedgescouldcauseinjury.
NEVERdrinkwaterdrainedfromairconditioner.
Water from unit contains contaminants and could
cause illness.
DO NOTplaceheavyobjectsonthepowercordand
always ensure that the cord is not compressed.
Thereisdangerofreorelectricshock.
If water enters the unit’s electrical components, turn
theunitoatthepoweroutletandswitchothecir-
cuitbreaker.Isolatesupplybytakingthepower-plug
outandcontactaqualiedservicedtechnician.
Thereisdangerofelectricshock.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
:
The power supply cord with this air
conditioner contains a current detection
devicedesignedtoreducetherisk
ofre.Pleaserefertothesection
“OperationofCurrentDevice”(below)
for details. In the event that the power
supply cord is damaged, it cannot be
repaired. It must be replaced by an
authorizedrepairtechnicianwithacord
from the Product Manufacturer.
WARNING
Avoidrehazardsorelectricshock.DO
NOT use an extension cord or an adapter
plug. DO NOT remove any prong from the
power cord.
OPERATION OF
CURRENT DEVICE:
The power supply cord contains a
current device that senses damage
to the power cord. To test your power
supply cord, do the following:
1. Plug in the air conditioner.
2. The power supply cord will have
TWObuttonsontheplughead.Press
theTESTbutton.Youwillnoticea
clickastheRESETbuttonpopsout.
3. Press the RESET button. Again,
youwillnoticeaclickasthe
button engages.
4. The power supply cord is now
supplyingelectricitytotheunit.(On
some products this is also indicated
by a light on the plug head.)
WARNING
FORYOURSAFETY:Donotstoreorusegasolineorotherammable
vaporsandliquidsinthevicinityofthisoranyotherappliances.
WARNING - PREVENT ACCIDENTS
Toreducetheriskofre,electricalshock,orinjurytopersonswhenusing
your air conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the following:
● Besuretheelectricalserviceisadequateforthemodelyouhave
chosen. This information can be found on the serial plate, which is
located on the side of the cabinet and behind the grille.
● Iftheairconditioneristobeinstalledinawindow,youwillprobably
wanttocleanbothsidesoftheglassrst.Ifthewindowisatriple-
tracktypewithascreenpanelincluded,removethescreencompletely
before installation.
● Besuretheairconditionerhasbeensecurelyandcorrectlyinstalled
according to the installation instructions in this manual.
●
Save this manual for possible future use in removing or installing this unit.
● Whenhandlingtheairconditioner,becarefultoavoidcutsfromsharp
metalnsonfrontandrearcoils.
WARNING - ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is
statedontheserialplate.Refertotheratingwhencheckingthe
electricalrequirements.
● Besuretheairconditionerisproperlygrounded.Tominimizeshock
andrehazards,propergroundingisimportant.Thepowercordis
equippedwithathree-pronggroundingplugforprotectionagainst
shockhazards.
● Yourairconditionermustbeusedinaproperlygroundedwall
receptacle.Ifthewallreceptacleyouintendtouseisnotadequately
groundedorprotectedbyatimedelayfuseorcircuitbreaker,havea
qualiedelectricianinstalltheproperreceptacle.
● Ensurethereceptacleisaccessibleaftertheunitinstallation.
● Donotrunairconditionerwithoutsideprotectivecoverinplace.This
could result in mechanical damage within the air conditioner.
● Donotuseanextensioncordoranadapterplug.
NOTE
:
Donotusetheplugtoturntheunitonoro.
● AlwaysmakesuretheRESETbuttonispushedinforcorrectoperation.
● ThepowersupplymustbereplacedifitfailsresetwheneithertheTEST
button is pushed or it cannot be reset.
● Ifpowersupplycordisdamaged,itcannotberepaired.Pleasecall
Consumer Services at 844-472-2473 to assist with replacement.
NOTE: This air conditioner is designed to be operated under the
following conditions:
Cooling
Operation
Outdoor Temp:
69–109°F/21–43°C
Indoor Temp:
61–90°F/16–32°C
Performance may be reduced outside of these operating temperatures.
Grounding Type
Wall Receptacle
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
ground prong.
Power supply cord
with 3-prong grounding
plug and current
detection device
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PARTS DIAGRAM
INSTALLATION HARDWARE
Before installing, please ensure you have all installation accessories included with this unit. (See list below.) If missing
parts, please contact Consumer Services at 844-4PA-AIRE (844-472-2473).
1. CABINET
2. TOP RAIL
3. SLIDING ACCORDION PANEL (L/R)
4. UP/DOWN LOUVER ADJUSTMENT:
Holdtheup/downairapandmanually
move it upward or downward to your
desired position.
5. LEFT/RIGHT LOUVER ADJUSTMENT:
Carefully push the air direction control
tableftorrighttoadjustthehorizontal
air direction.
6. CONTROL PANEL
7. POWER CORD
8. FRONT GRILLE (Airlterislocated
behind the front grille)
9. LEFT/RIGHT AIR DIRECTION FIN
10. AIR INLET
11. FRESH AIR SWITCH
NOTE: All of the illustrations in this manual
are for explanation purposes only. Unit
purchasedmaybeslightlydierent.
ITEM NAME OF PART QTY
A ShortScrews(3/8in.) 8
B Wood Screws 12
C Top Rail 1
D Insert Strip 1
E Accordion Panel 2
F CurtainLock 2
G SashLock 2
H Foam Seal 1
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
1
2
3
4
5
6
9
8
7
10
11
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT- Save these instructions.
IMPORTANT-Observeallgoverningcodes
and ordinances.
Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these instructions with
the Consumer.
Note to Consumer- Keep these instructions for future
reference.
Skill level-Installationofthisappliancerequiresbasic
mechanicalskills.
Completion time- Approximately 1 hour.
We recommend that two people install this product.
Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
YouMUSTuseallsuppliedpartsanduseproper
installation procedures as described in these
instructions when installing this air conditioner.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
This room air conditioner is designed for installation in
standard double-hung windows with actual opening
widths of 22½ in. to 36¾ in. for 8,000 BTU and 10,000
BTUunitsand28⅛in.to41¾in.for12,000BTUunits.
Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear
vertical opening of 14¾ in. for 8000 BTU & 10000 BTU
units and 18¾ in. for 12000 BTU units. Side louvers and
the rear of the air conditioner must have clear air space
to allow enough airflow through the condenser for heat
removal. The rear of the unit must be outdoors, not
inside a building or garage.
Inner sill
Offset
Window
Sill
Exterior
Interior wall
22½–36¾" (8–10K)
28⅛–41¾" (12K)
14¾" min (8–10K)
18
¾
" min (12K)
Sash
CAUTION
DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
third (ground) prong from the power cord.
DO NOT change the plug on the power cord of the air
conditioner.
Aluminum house wiring may present special problems-
consultaqualiedelectrician.
When handling unit, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp
metaledgesandaluminumnsonfrontandrearcoils.
INSTALLATION
Pickalocationwhichwillallowyoutoblowthecoldair
into the area you desire. Windows used for installation
must be strong enough to support the weight of the air
conditioner. Good installation with special attention to
the proper position of the unit will lessen the chance
that service will be needed.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips
Screwdriver
Level
Screwdriver
Pencil
Ruler or Tape
Measure
Scissors or
Knife
NOTE: Save carton and these Installation Instructions for
future reference. The carton is the best way to store unit
during winter or when not in use.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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STEP 1:
TOP RAIL
• Removetheairconditionerandtoprailfromthecarton.Place
themonaatsurface.
• Aligntheholesinthetoprailwiththoseonthetopoftheunit.
• Securethetoprailtotheunitwithfourofthe3/8inchshort
screws (A) as shown in diagram to the right.
• NOTE: Higher side of the top rail should be facing the inside of
the room.
STEP 2:
ACCORDION PANEL
NOTE:Toprailandaccordionpanelareosetateachsidetoprovidetheproperpitchtotherearoftheunit.Thisis
necessary for proper drainage.
• Inserttheaccordionpanelsintothetopandbottomrailsoftheairconditioner.Fastentheaccordionpanelstotheunit
with4smallscrewsA(3/8in.),asshowningurebelow.Placetopscrewrstbutdonottightentoallowthebottom
holes to align properly. Place bottom screw and tighten, then secure top screw.
• Thereisaleftandarightaccordionpanel.Besuretousetheproperaccordionpanelforeachside.Holdthe
appropriateaccordionpanelinonehandandgentlypullbackthecentertofreetheopenend.Seegurebelow.
(Wheninstalled,theangeforsecuringthecurtainintothewindowsillwillbefacingtheroomside.)
Higher Side
4x Small
Screws (A) (3/8 in.)
4x Small
Screws (A)
(3/8 in.)
Top Rail
Flange
Bottom Rail Flange
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STEP 3:
INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN
THE WINDOW
• Carefully lift air conditioner and place the unit
into the window opening so the bottom of the air
conditioner frame is against the window sill. Close
the window behind the top rail of the unit. THIS
MAY REQUIRE 2 PEOPLE.
• Checkthattheairconditioneristiltedback
approximately 3°~4° downward to the outside. If
the condensation does not drain after installation,
adjusttheslope.
FOR STORM WINDOWS
• Removethestormwindowandaddwood,as
shown, before installing the air conditioner
• Ifthestormwindowframemustremain,besure
thedrainholesorslotsarenotcaulkedorblocked.
Rain water and condensation must be able to
drain out.
STEP 4:
SECURING THE AIR CONDITIONER
1. Secure the top rail to the window sash with Type B
Wood Screws.
2. Extend the left accordion panel across to reach
the window frame. Secure the top and bottom of
the accordion panel with Type B Wood Screws, as
shown. Repeat this step on the opposite side.
3. InstallCurtainLocks(F)tothebottommiddleof
the accordion panel frame, one on each side.
SecureCurtainLockswithTypeBWoodScrews.
4. InstallUpperSashLock(G)tothewindowframe
and secure with Type B Screws, as shown.
NOTE: Topreventbrokenglassordamageto
the window, for vinyl or similarly constructed
windows,attachtheuppersashlocktothe
windowsidejamb.
5. CuttheFoamSeal(H)tothewindowwidth.Stu
the sash between the glass and the window to
prevent air and insects from getting into the room.
STEP 5:
YOU CAN NOW TURN ON
YOUR UNIT.
Wooden Windows
STEP 4.1
STEP 4.2 STEP 4.2
STEP 4.2 STEP 4.2
STEP 4.3
STEP 4.4
WOOD FRAME
VINYL FRAME
STEP 4.5
STEP 4.3
INSIDE
Inner Sill
Outer Sill
OUTSIDE
H: Approx. 3/4ʺ to 1ʺ for
5,000–8,000 BTU units
H: Approx. 1ʺ to 1
3
/8ʺ for
10,000–12,000 BTU units
H
Measure from the cabinet edge
FOR STORM WINDOWS
Wood for
Inner Sill
Storm Window
Frame
Wood
Strip
Upper Sash
Lock (G)
Upper Sash
Lock (G)
Type B
Screws
Type B
Screws
Foam Seal
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CONTROL PANEL
1. POWER Button
PresstoturntheunitON/OFF.
2. TEMP/TIME Buttons /
PresstoadjustthetemperatureandsetthetimefortheONorOFF
timer. Press both the and at the same time to switch between
°C and °F.
3. MODE Button
PresstoselectCOOL,DRY,FANorENERGYSAVER.
4. SPEED Button
PresstoselectHIGH,MED,orLOWfanspeed.
5. TIMER Button
PresstosetthetimerON/OFF.
6. DIGITAL DISPLAY
•InFANandDRYmode,thisdisplaysroomtemperature.
•InCOOLmode,thisdisplaysthesettemperature.
•InTIMERfunction,ON/OFFtimeisdisplayed.
•IfDisplayshowserrorcodes,contactConsumerServices
at 844-472-2473.
7. REMOTE CONTROL SIGNAL RECEIVER
•Makesuresignalreceiverisunobstructed.
•Max.remotedistanceis26ft.
•Unitwillbeepwhenthesignalfromtheremotehasbeenreceived.
8. ENERGY SAVER MODE (See below.)
9. CHECK FILTER Indicator
Will come on after 250 hours of running the unit.
10. FILTER RESET Button
Pressthisbuttontoresetthe“CheckFilter”indicatoraftercleaning
thelter.
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USING THE CONTROL PANEL
COOL Mode
• PresstheMODEbuttonuntilCOOLindicatorison.
• PresstheTEMP/TIMEbuttons( and )toadjust
desired room temperature on the display.
• PresstheSPEEDbuttontoselectdesiredfan
speed (High, Med, Low).
DRY Mode
Use this mode to help reduce humidity without
coolingtheroom.InDRYmode,thetemperature
(77°F) and fan speed (Low) are present and cannot
beadjusted.
• PresstheMODEbuttonuntilDRYindicatorison.
FAN Mode
Use this mode to circulate the air in the room without
cooling or dehumidifying the room. In FAN mode, the
temperaturecannotbeadjusted.
• PresstheMODEbuttonuntilFANindicatorison.
• PresstheSPEEDbuttontoadjustthefanspeed
(High, Med, Low).
ENERGY SAVER Mode
Fanoperationshalloccurinconjunctionwiththe
compressoroperation.Thefanshutso1minute
afterthecompressorshutso.Whenthecompressor
iso,thefanstopsfor10minutesandthenwillrun
for 20 seconds prior to the compressor turning on.
• PresstheMODEbuttonuntiltheENERGYSAVER
indicator is on.
TIMER ON/OFF Function
TIMER ON
• Turntheunitontosetthedesiredtemperature
and fan speed for when the unit turns on with
the Timer.
• Turntheunito(Standby).
• PresstheTIMERbutton,“hr”willappearonthe
bottom right of the display.
• PresstheTEMP/TIMEbuttons(
and ) to set
the time on the display from 1–24 hours in 1
hour increments.
• TheTIMERON/OFFindicatorwillbeonwhen
the timer has been set.
TIMER OFF
• Turntheunitontosetthedesiredtemperature
and fan speed.
• PresstheTIMERbutton,“hr”willappearonthe
bottom right of the display.
• PresstheTEMP/TIMEbuttons(
and ) to set
the time on the display from 1–24 hours in 1
hour increments.
• TheTIMERON/OFFindicatorwillbeonwhen
the timer has been set.
NOTE: To cancel the timer function, press the TIMER
button again.
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REMOTE CONTROL
1. ON/OFF Button
PresstoturntheunitON/OFF.
2. ENERGY SAVER
Press this button to operate the unit in Energy Saver mode.
(See pg. 8 for more information.).
3. FAN Button
Press this button to operate the unit in FAN mode.
4. DRY Button
PressthisbuttontooperatetheunitinDRYmode.
5. COOL Button
PressthisbuttontooperatetheunitinCOOLmode.
6. +/– BUTTONS
Thesebuttonsareforincreasing/decreasingthetemperature
settings within a range of 61 – 90°F (16 – 32°C) and for setting the
timefortheON/OFFTimer.
7. H • FAN BUTTON
PressthisbuttontomakethefanrunatHIGH speed. The HIGH
indicator light will be illuminated on the unit’s control panel.
8. M • FAN BUTTON
PressthisbuttontomakethefanrunatMEDIUM speed. The
MED indicator light will be illuminated on the unit’s control panel.
9. L • FAN BUTTON
PressthisbuttontomakethefanrunatLOWspeed.TheLOW
indicator light will be illuminated on the unit’s control panel.
10. FILTER RESET Button
After 250 hours of operation, the “CHECK FILTER” LED light will
illuminate on the unit’s control panel, reminding you to clean the
lter.Pressthisbuttontoturnothe“CHECKFILTER”LEDlight
ontheunitandresetthecheckltertimerfor250hours.
11. TIMER Button
PressthisbuttontosettheTimerfortimeSwitch-On,Switch-O
or to cancel the timer. (See page 8 for more information.)
NOTES ABOUT USING THE REMOTE CONTROL
• DO NOT place the remote near something with high temperature, such as an electric heating pad or radiator.
• DO NOT place the remote where it is exposed to direct sunlight or strong lights.
• DO NOT drop anything on the remote as this may cause damage.
• DO NOTblocktheareabetweentheunitandremoteoritwillnotreceivesignalsfromtheremote.
• DO NOTsplashwaterorotherliquidsontotheremote.
• DO NOTplaceheavyobjectsontheremote.
REPLACING THE BATTERIES
Whenthesignalistransmittedtotheairconditionerandtheunitdoesnotgiveanacknowledgmentsound,thebatteries
likelyneedtobereplaced.
1. Removethebatterycasecoverbyslidingthecoveropeninthedirectionofthearrow.Taketheusedbatteriesoutand
dispose of them accordingly.
2. Replacewithnewbatteries,payingattentiontothe“+”and“–”marksofpoleindications.Closethebackcover.
NOTE: DO NOT mix old and new batteries.
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CARE AND CLEANING
CAUTION
Cleanairconditioneroccasionallytokeepitlookingandoperatinglikenew.
Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards.
NOTE: Iftheairlterscreenisblockedbydust,theperformanceoftheunitwillbeaected,theunitwillbelouderthan
normal,andpowerconsumptionwillincrease.Therefore,periodiccleaningoftheairlterscreenisnecessary.
CLEANING THE AIR FILTER
Theairltershouldbecleanedthroughouttheoperationalseason.Itis
recommendedthattheairlterscreenbecleanedonceeverytwoweeksusingthe
method below:
1. Remove the air filter screen
•Gentlyholdandpressthetwolowerendsofthefrontgrilleandopenthegrille.
•Gentlygrabtheairfilterscreenandliftitup;thentakeitoutbypullingit
toward you.
2. Clean the air filter screen
Iftheairfilterscreenisverydirty,youmayuselukewarmwater(about
86ºF/30ºC)tocleanit.Allowittocompletelyairdrybeforereturningitto
the unit.
NOTE: DO NOTuseboilingwatertocleanthescreen;DO NOT pull on the screen
with too much force.
3. Install the air filter screen.
Placetheairfilterbackintothegrille.Iftheairconditionerisoperatedwithoutanairfilterscreen,theinterioroftheunit
will be contaminated with dirt, which may cause performance failure or damage to parts.
4. Clean the air conditioner.
•Useasoft,dryclothtowipetheairconditioneroruseavacuumcleanertodothecleaning.
•Iftheairconditionerisverydirty,youmayuseaclothsoakedwithmildhouseholddetergenttodothecleaning.
BEFORE THE SEASON
1. Checktoseeifanythingisblockingtheairinletandfrontgrille.
2. Ensure the bottom of the unit is not corroded or rusty.
3. Ensure the plug is not damaged.
4. Cleantheairlter.
5. Connecttoanappropriateoutletwithsucientpower.Seeproductstickerforinformation.
6. Load fresh batteries into the remote control.
AFTER THE SEASON
1. Pressthepowerbutton.Setthetemperatureto86°F(30°C)andletthemachineruninCOOLmodeforhalfofaday.
Makesureanysignsofcondensationontheoutsideoftheunitarewipedowithasoft,dry,cleancloth.
2. Turnotheunit.Unplugtheunitduringnon-operationalseasonstosaveenergyandforsafetyreasons.
3. Cleantheairlterscreenandinstallitbackinplace.
4. Clean the unit.
•Useasoft,dryclothtowipetheairconditioneroruseavacuumcleanertodothecleaning.
•Iftheairconditionerisverydirty,youmayuseaclothsoakedwithmildhouseholddetergenttodothecleaning.
5. If air conditioner will be stored during the winter, remove it carefully from the window according to the installation
instructions. Cover it with plastic or return it to the original carton.
6. Remove the batteries from the remote control.
ALWAYS STORE UNIT IN A COOL, DRY ROOM AND IN AN UPRIGHT POSITION.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE, PLEASE REVIEW THE CHART BELOW
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSES
AIR CONDITIONER NOT
COOLING ROOM, OR NOT BLOWING
COLD AIR
•Besureunitisnottoolargeortoosmallfortheareaoftheroom.
•Verifythatalldoors,windows,curtainsandanyotheropeningsareclosedo.
Verify nothing is obstructing the front grille of unit, such as curtains, etc.
•Allowenoughtimeforroomtocool,especiallyifoutsidetempisveryhigh.
•Checkthatthelterisnotdirtyandlouversareopenallthewayandblowinginthe
desired direction.
•CheckthatunitissettoCOOLmodeandthattemperatureisdownenough(but
not too low).
•Ifunitisnearaheatsource,suchasastove,etc.,thenrelocateunit.
•Ifaircomingfromunitiscooltothetouch,thenunitisworkingproperly;please
doublechecktherstthreebulletpointsabove.
•IfusingFollowMeremotefeature,moveremoteawayfromunit.
•Temperaturesensorbehindairltertouchingcoldcoil.Thesetwoelementsshould
not be touching. Carefully straighten tube away from coil.
•Unplugunitforatleast5minutes.FollowResetinstructionsonplug.
AIR CONDITIONER COOLING
BUT ROOM IS TOO WARM - ICE
FORMING ON COOLING COIL
BEHIND DECORATIVE FRONT
•Outdoortemperatureisbelow64ºF(18ºC).Todefrostthecoil,settoFAN
only mode.
•Airltermaybedirty.Cleanlter.RefertoCareandCleaningsection.Todefrost,
set to FAN only mode.
•Thermostatissettoocoldfornight-timecooling.Todefrostthecoil,settoFAN
only mode. Then, set temperature to a higher setting.
AIR CONDITIONER CYCLING ON
AND OFF TOO FREQUENTLY OR
NOT ENOUGH
•Besureunitisnottoolargeortoosmallfortheareaoftheroom.
•Removegrilleandmakesurethetemperaturesensorisnottooclosetothecoils.
These two elements should not be touching. Carefully straighten tube away
from coil.
•Makesurenothingisblockingthegrilleorsidevents.
•Makesurethereisnodirtordebrisinsidetheunitoronthelter.
UNIT WILL NOT TURN ON
•Resetcircuitbreaker.Makesuretherearenottoomanyitems(i.e.lamps,TV’s,
etc.)workingothesamebreaker.
•Checkplugconnection.
•Ifplugisoperatingonanon/oswitch,besurethattheswitchis‘on’.
•TimerissetfortheTIMERONmode.IftheairconditionerissetforSwitch-On
operation mode, it will not start operating before the set time is reached.
•Iftheambienttemperatureislowerthan61°F(16°C),theautoprotectionfunction
of the unit will prevent it from the cooling operation.
•Ifyouhavejustturnedtheunito,waitatleast3minutesbeforerestartingit.
The unit will not allow you to power it on during this 3-minute period. This is a
protection feature of the unit.
•Trypluggingunitintoanotheroutlet.
•Unplugunitforatleast5minutes.FollowResetinstructionsonplug.
UNIT BLOWS FUSES OR POPS
CIRCUIT BREAKER
•Makesurethereareenoughavailableampsonthecircuitfortheairconditioner.
•Largeunitswhichrunona230vwillrequireadedicated20or30ampcircuit.
•Adedicatedpoweroutletisrequiredforairconditioners.
AIR CONDITIONER IS
MAKING NOISES
•Checktobesuretheunitisfreefromdebrissuchasleaves,sticks,etc.Verify
nothing is obstructing the unit.
•Checkthefanbladeforcracksorchips.
•Makesuretheunitisproperlyandsecurelymountedinsidethewindoworwall.
•Cleantheairlter.
WATER PUDDLES INSIDE UNIT OR IS
COMING INTO ROOM
•Adjusttheslopeoftheunitsothatitdrainsdownwardtowardtheexteriorofthe
home. (See Installation Instructions.)
•Makesurethatthereisnodebrisblockingthedrainageareaoftheunit.
•Iftheairconditioneroperatesinhighhumidityforalongtime,moisturemaybe
condensed and appear at the air outlets.
WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE
•Unitisremovingalargequantityofmoisturefromahumidroom.Thisisnormal
during excessively humid days.
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NOTE
Ahighlyrecommendedtroubleshootforanyissueingeneralconsistsofturningounitandunpluggingfor5minutes.
It is also recommended to try another wall outlet. For further assistance, contact Consumer Services at 844-472-2473.
Inanyofthefollowingcircumstances,pleaseturnoandunplugtheairconditionerandimmediatelycontact
Consumer Services at 844-4PA-AIRE (844-472-2473):
• Thefuseisfrequentlyblownorthebreakerisoftenshuto.
• Theelectricwire,plugorunitturnsabnormallyhot.
• Thereisdamagetothepowercord(orinsulationsheathofthecord).
• Thereareabnormalnoiseswhenthemachineisoperating.
The design and specifications are subject to change without prior notice for
product improvement. Consult with the sales agency or manufacturer for details.
BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE, PLEASE REVIEW THE CHART BELOW
ISSUE POSSIBLE CAUSES
FOG IS BLOWN OUT DURING
THE COOLING OPERATION
•Whentheindoortemperatureandhumidityishigh,thismayoccur.Whenthe
indoor temperature and humidity drops, the fog will disappear.
THERE IS AN ODD SMELL
•Thismaybethesmellofsomethinginsidetheairconditioner.
•Checktheoutsideoftheunittomakesurethereisnothingaroundthatwould
produce a smell.
•Cleanthelter.
UNIT DOES NOT RESTART
AFTER POWER OUTAGE
•Thememoryofthemicrochipcomputerisdeleted.
•Restarttheunitwiththecontrolpanelorremotecontrol.
NO REMOTE CONTROL
SIGNAL IS RECEIVED
•Whenthesignalreceiveroftheairconditionerisexposedtosunlightorstrong
lights,itmayfailtoreceivetheremotecontrolsignal.Shadeothesunlightordim
the lighting.
•Ensurenothingisblockingthepathbetweentheremotecontrolandthesignal
receiver on the unit.
•Checkthebatteriesintheremote.
DISPLAY SHOWS “E2”, “E3”, “E8”,
OR WILL NOT MOVE FROM “77”
•ContactConsumerServicesat844-4PA-AIRE(844-472-2473).
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Perfect Aire, LLC
5401 Dansher Rd.
Countryside, IL 60525
844-4PA-AIRE | 844-472-2473
www.perfectaire.us
WINDOW
AIR CONDITIONER
FOR MODELS:
1PEC8000
2PEC10000
2PEC12000
Before using your air conditioner, please
read this manual carefully and keep it for
future reference, along with your receipt.
Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice.
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