Owner Guide Portable Air Conditioner


POWER CONTROL 
Press
to turn ON/OFF the unit. The air vent will automatically swing open when the unit is turned ON and automatically close when the unit is turned OFF.
RESTART DELAY
If the unit turns OFF while operating in COOL mode, there will be an approx. 3-minute delay to restart the air conditioner in COOL mode. This is a safety feature and added to help protect and extend the life of the compressor. After 3 minutes, you will be able to turn ON the unit as usual.
FAN SPEED CONTROL 
3 settings: High, Medium, and Low.
Note: Fan Speed cannot be adjusted in Sleep Mode and Dehumidifying Mode.
MODE CONTROL 
Settings: Air Conditioning, Dehumidifying, Fan, Heating*.
The corresponding indicator light will illuminate to indicate the current mode setting.


Note: If the unit will be used mainly as a dehumidifier, do not connect the exhaust hose. Continuous drainage is then necessary (refer to Continuous Draining for Dehumidifier Mode).
IMPORTANT: The Dehumidifier Mode is used to support moisture reduction but should not be expected to dehumidify to the same degree as a standard dehumidifier only appliance. The built-in dehumidifier automatically adjusts dehumidification based on ambient room temperatures. It is not possible to adjust to a desired humidity percentage. The front display only shows the current and desired temperatures. It does not show humidity levels.


Note: The exhaust hoses must vent outside the room when using heating mode.
IMPORTANT: The Heat pump draws moisture from the air which then condenses into the internal water tank. The unit will pause operation when the tank is full and will restart when the tank has been emptied. It is recommended to use the Heating Mode in a room with 50% humidity or lower. Avoid operating moisture-producing products or appliances such as a humidifier or a kettle when using the unit in Heating Mode. See the “Draining Water Condensation in Heat Mode” section for more information on draining the water tank.
TIMER / TEMPERATURE SET CONTROLS
The - and + buttons can be used to adjust and set your desired temperature in Cooling or Heating* modes. They can also be used to set the Timer (see "Timer Control" below).
Note: Temperature and Timer cannot be adjusted in Fan and Dehumidify modes.
SLEEP MODE 
Sleep Mode is for energy-saving comfort during the night. When Sleep Mode
is ON in Air Conditioning Cooling Mode, the fan will automatically stay on LOW Speed and the set temperature will increase by 1°F (1°C) on the first hour. It will increase another 1°F (1°C) on the second hour, and remain at this temperature for the rest of the night, until Sleep Mode is deactivated.
Note: The control panel lights will turn OFF after 10 seconds and light up again when any button is pressed. When Sleep Mode is ON in Heating Mode*, the fan will automatically stay on LOW Speed and the set temperature will decrease by 1°F (1°C) on the first hour. It will decrease another 1°F (1°C) on the second hour, and remain at this temperature for the rest of the night, until Sleep Mode is deactivated.
TIMER CONTROL 
While the unit is turned on, press the timer button then press the - or + to select the number of hours you would like the unit to continue to run. The unit will turn on/off automatically.
AUTO TURN OFF:
While unit is running, press the - or + button to select the number of hours you want the unit to run in air conditioning mode.
AUTO TURN ON:
When unit is in a standby mode (plugged in with power light on), then press the - or + button to select the number of hours until you want the unit to automatically start running.
SWING CONTROL 
Press
to activate automatic oscillation of louvers. Press again to stop swing when louvers reached a desired angle.
WATER FULL LIGHT 
Condensation may accumulate in the unit.
If the internal tank becomes full, the Water Full Light
will illuminate and unit will beep 5 times for 5 seconds. The unit will not operate until the unit has been drained (refer to Water Condensation Drainage).
ADDITIONAL FEATURES:
AUTOMATIC DEFROST FEATURE
Sometimes when the unit is operating in cooling mode in lower room temperatures (e.g. lower than 60°F), the internal cooling coils may become too cold and sometimes frost may develop on the cooling coils. When this happens, the unit will automatically pause operation and defrost the cooling coils to protect the unit. The air conditioner will restart automatically when the system has defrosted and returns to standard operational temperatures.
All key functions can be accessed from the remote control.

Note: Battery Installation: Remove the cover on the back of the remote control and insert two AAA batteries with + and - pointing in the proper direction according to the polarity markings.

Caution:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment dose cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Appliance Maintenance:
Dust Filter Maintenance:
The dust filter is to be cleaned every two weeks to maintain air cooling efficiency. Please follow the below instructions for cleaning the dust filters:

WARNING: DO NOT power or operate the Portable Air Conditioner when cleaning or when the Dust Filter is removed from the unit, or if there is a loose-fitting Dust Filter. DO NOT attempt to handle or touch any of the parts or wiring inside the Rear Grill after the Dust Filter has been removed from the unit. Doing so can cause serious injury or electrical shock.
End of Season Storage and Maintenance:
If the appliance will not be used for a long time, follow these steps:
When there is excess water condensation inside the unit, the air conditioner stops running and shows a warning light (the WATER FULL indicator
illuminates with a red light). This indicates that the water condensation needs to be drained using the following procedures:
Manual Draining in Cooling, Dehumidifying Modes
Water may need to be drained in high humidity areas.

Continuous Draining in Dehumidifier Mode
While using the unit in dehumidifier mode, continuous drainage is recommended.

IMPORTANT: It is NOT recommended to connect the drain hose for continuous drainage while the unit is switched ON in air conditioning cooling mode. Doing so will reduce the cooling efficiency of the Portable Air Conditioner. Only drain the water condensation when the unit is switched off. Continuous drainage is only suitable when the unit is set up in Dehumidifier mode.
The water cannot be drained using the continuous drain option in heating* mode. In Heating mode, the internal water tank collects condensation faster and may require more frequent emptying of the tank in more humid rooms. It is recommended to use the heating mode in a room with 50 % humidity or lower. Avoid operating moisture-creating products or appliances such as a humidifier or a kettle when using the unit in heating mode.
The following troubleshooting guide addresses the most common problems. If problems persist, call customer support. Unplug and disconnect the appliance from the power source before attempting to troubleshoot.
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PROBLEM |
POSSIBLE CAUSE |
SOLUTION |
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The air conditioning unit does not start |
No electricity. |
Check for power. |
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Batteries in the remote control need to be replaced. |
Change remote control batteries. |
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The power cord is not properly plugged in. |
Remove and reconnect the power cord. |
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The safety LCDI plug has tripped (USA / Canada /Mexico only). |
Reset the safety LCDI plug, if problem persists contact our customer support (USA /Canada / Mexico only). |
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Runs a short while only |
The thermostat temperature setting is too close to room temperature. |
Lower the set temperature. |
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Air outlet is blocked. |
Make sure the hose is properly connected. |
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There are tight bends in the air hose. |
Connect hose as per instructions on page 3. |
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Runs but not cooling |
A door or window is open. |
Make sure the window or door is closed. |
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The dust filter is dirty. |
Clean the dust filter. |
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The hose is detached. |
Reinstall hose properly (refer to Installation section). |
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Temperature setting is too high. |
Reduce temperature setting. |
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Air outlet or intake is blocked. |
Remove blockage. |
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Room exceeds recommended size. |
Move unit to smaller room. |
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Large size or number of windows are decreasing cooling effectiveness. |
Cover windows with curtains or blinds. |
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Will not run and WATER FULL indicator |
Excess water condensation inside the tank. |
Drain the water (refer to Water Condensation Drainage). |
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ERROR CODE |
ERROR POSSIBLE CAUSE |
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"E1" |
Indoor temperature sensor failure (open circuit or short circuit). |
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"E2" |
Pipe temperature sensor failure (open circuit or short circuit). |
Series: Contempo
Additionally, the document applies to other Honeywell models: HJ0CESWK7, HJ2CESWK8, HJ5CESWK0