8,000 BTU Portable AirConditioner, Dehumidifierand Fan

OWNER'S MANUALModel # MAC-8000

Please read owner's manual carefully before operating unit.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................. 3

I3dPOR FANT 5_ FE G UARDS ..................................................................................................................................... 3

LCDI POWER CORD AND PLUG ................................................................................................................................. 4

PRODUCT DIAGRAM .................................................................................................................................................... 5

FRONT ........................................................................................................................................................................ 5

BACK .......................................................................................................................................................................... 5

ACCES_'ORIES. .......................................................................................................................................................... 5

INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................................................... 6

.SELECTING THE LOCATION ................................................................................................................................... 6

MOUNTING THE EXHAUST HOSE .......................................................................................................................... 6

WALL MOUNTING ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

WINDOW KJT INSTALLATION .................................................................................................................................. 7

CONTROL PANEL ........................................................................................................................................................... 8

OPERATION ..................................................................................................................................................................... 9

COOLING ................................................................................................................................................................... 9

DEH{ 73dlDIFYING ..................................................................................................................................................... 9

FAN ............................................................................................................................................................................. Q

EMPTYING THE WATER BU(XET ........................................................................................................................... 9

CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE ......................................................................................................................................... 10

REMOTE CONTROL .................................................................................................................................................... 10

MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................................................ 11

CLEANING ]HE HOU57NG .................................................................................................................................... 11

( ZEANING ]'HE FIL ]'ER ......................................................................................................................................... 11

END OF SEASON STORAGE ....................................................................................................................................... 11

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................................................................................. 12

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................ 13

WARRANTY ................................................................................................................................................................... 14

INTRODUCTION

Thankyou for purchasingthe SoleusAir MAC-80008,000 BTUPortableAir Conditionerand Dehumidifier.This unit is designedto improve indoor livingand workingcomfort by providingcooling,dehumidifying,and ventilationwith minimal installation.

This multi-functionalunit operatesas an air conditioner,dehumidifierandfan. When operating as an air conditioner,this unit isdesignedfor spot cooling orcooling a roomno largerthan 150square feetwith a standardeight foot ceiling height.When usingthis appliance,always exercisebasic safetyprecautions.

Pleasecomplete the followinginformationfor future reference.Retainthis owner's manualwith your salesreceiptas apermanentrecord of your purchase.

SerialNumber:

Dateof Purchase:

Place of Purchase:

IMPORTANTSAFEGUARDS

Before installing and usingyour portableair conditionerand heater,it is importantthat you readthis owner's manualcarefully.Storethis manual in a safe place for future reference,

This instructionmanualis usedfor guidanceanddoes not form partof a contract.It reservesthe right to maketechnicalchangeswithout priornotice.

1. Always placethe unit on a level surface.

2. The applianceshall be installed in accordancewith nationalwiring regulation.

3. The unit must be connectedto a correctlygroundedpower supply.For your safety,this unit is groundedthrough thepowercord plugwhen connectedto a groundedwall outlet. Do not use an adapter plugor extensioncord.

4. Do not install the unit in anarea where gas leakagemayoccur andtor in an explosiveatmosphere.

5. Do not apply an insecticideor any type of flammable sprayonthe unit.

6. Confirmdrainagepiping is connected properly.

7. Do not start orstop the unit by insertingor pullingout the powerplug.

8. Do not operate withwet hands.

9. Closesupervisionis necessarywhen the unit is used nearchildren.The unit in not intendedfor use by children.

10. Do not insertanything into the air outlet. Do not obstructair inlet or outletgrills.

11. Do not expose skinor eyes directlyto cool air for a long periodof time.

12. If an abnormalodor or smokecomes out of the unit,disconnectthe unit immediatelyandcontacta qualifiedservicetechnician.(see page 14)

13. Whenopeningthe filtercover, do not touchthe metal parts in the unit's interior.

14. Do not immersethe unit inwater or any type of liquid. Do not use the unit in the immediatesurroundingsof a bath,shower,or swimmingpool,or in any other steamy,wet areas.

15. Whencleaning the unit,alwaysturn the unit offand unplugthe power cord.

16. Always inspectthe powercord for signsof damagebefore use. If the powercord is damaged,it mustbe replacedby themanufactureror a qualified servicetechnician.

17. Do not placea plant or allow a pet in the direct path of the airflowto avoid injury.

18. Do not put a stove,etc, where it would be exposedto the directairflow. It mayaffect combustion.

19. Do not sit on the unit or place anythingon it.

20. Do not disposeof the remotecontrol in fire, the batteries inside mayexplodeor leak.

21. Beforestoring, the water must be drainedfromthe unit and the filters cleaned.

LCDI POWERCORDAND PLUG

Thisair conditioner is equippedwith an LCDI (LeakageCurrentDetectionand Interruption)powercord and plug as requiredbyUS NationalElectricCode 440.65.Thiscord consistsof a lengthof shieldedflexiblecord with noterminationonthe loadside anda LCDI attachmentplugon the lineside.

The LCDI powercord and plugwill removethe supplysourcevia electricaldisconnect(circuittrip) if the nominalcurrent leakagebetweenthe cord shield and either loadconductorexceeds a predeterminedvalue.The cord will remain de-energizeduntilthedevisehas been manuallyreset.This is intendedto reducethe risk of a fire in the power cord or combustiblematerials nearby.The cord shieldsare not groundedand they must be considereda shock hazards if exposed.The cord shield must not beconnectedto ground or to any exposed metal.

The test and reset buttonson the LCDI Plugare used to check if the plug is functioningproperly.Totest:

1. Plug power cord into wall outlet2. PressTEST Button, circuitshould trip, cutting powerto the air conditioner3. Press RESETbutton for use

If a test is performedandthe indicator light remainsON,current leakagehas been detected.Do not use the air conditionerorattempt to reset the LCDIPlug. ContactSoleusAir CustomerServicefor troubleshootingrecommendations.

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FRONT BACK

WARNING:

1. DO NOT pressTESTbuttonwhile the airconditioner is operating.2. The TESTand RESETbuttonsshould not be usedas "ON" and "OFF" switches.

3. The cord and plugare not intendedto offerprotectionto externallyconnectedloads or supplycircuits.4. The cord and plugare intendedfor indoor use only.

PRODUCTDIAGRAM

FRONT

A. Control panel

B. InteriorLouvers

C. ExteriorLouvers

D. Casters

E. RecessedHandle

F. Water Bucket

G. PowerCable and Plug

E

E

A

E

BACK

A. Hotair outlet grill

B. Air inletgrill

C. Filter

D. DrainValve

ACCESSORIES

• Flexibleexhaust hose and

window exhaustadapter

• 3-Piece adjustablewindow kit

• Drain tube

• 4 3/8" screws

Adapter AdjustableWindow Kit

INSTALLATION

SELECTING THE LOCATIONPlace the unit in a flat locationwhere the air outlets are not obstructed.Place the unit at least20" (50cm)awayfrom a wall orother obstacle.

MOUNTING THE EXHAUST HOSE

Slidethe square end of the exhaustduct over the hot air outleton the backof the unit.

The exhausthose should be keptas shortand straightas possible. Preventany sharp bends in the exhaust hose,as thiswilltrap hot exhaust air.

WALL MOUNTING

The hotexhaust air canbe ventedthroughthe wall or out a window.If mountingin the wall, the heightof the hole shouldbe 16to 50 inches(40cmto 130cm).

50 in.

WINDOW KIT INSTALLATIONThe window kit is designedto fit into moststandardvertical and horizontalwindows.

However,it may be necessaryto modifysomeaspectsof the installationprocessfor certainwindow types.

. Open the window or slidingdoorand adjust the lengthof the windowkit to fit the opening. Mark andcutdown a single panelof the windowkit if necessary.

. Place thewindow kit betweenthewindow andthe windowframe as

shown in the imagesto the right.Close the windowonto the windowkit to form a tight seal.

. Attach the exhaustduct adapter tothe windowkit. Tabslocatedontheadapter will lock into place securingthe adapterto the window kit.

HORIZONTAL WINDOW

VERTICAL WINDOW

CONTROL PANEL

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POWERButton Press thisbuttonto turn the unit on or off.

MODEButton Pressthis buttonto select amongthe modesof cooling,dehumidifying,or fan only.

FANButton Pressthis buttonto select the desired fan speed.

SWING Button Pressthis buttonto oscillate the louversor stop oscillation.

OPERATION

Plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet. Do not connectthe unit to an outlet that is also being used forother electrical appliances. The unit will beep after two seconds, then press the on/off button to begin operation.

COOLING

1. Pressthe ModeButtonto choosethe coolingfunction.

2. Pressthe Fan SpeedButtonto choosethe desired fan speed.

3. Pressthe Swing Buttonto select a steady airflowor oscillation.

• In order to improvecoolingefficiency,draw the curtains ina room exposedto direct sunlight.

• Do not place neara heat source.

DEHUMIDIFYING

1. Pressthe Mode Buttonto choosethe dehumidifyingfunction.

• Inthe DehumidifyingMode, thefan speed cannotbe adjusted.

• Ensure that the waterbucket is properlyplaced in the unit.

• When the unit is usedas a dehumidifieronly,do not use the exhaust duct.

• Keep the windowsand doors closedto aid in effectivelydehumidifyingthe room.

FAN1.

2.

3.

Pressthe ModeButtonto choosethe fan function.

Pressthe Fan SpeedButtonto choosethe desired fan speed.

Pressthe Swing Buttonto select a steady airflowor oscillation.

EMPTYING THE WATER BUCKET

Whenthe unit is in coolingmode,unwantedwater is extractedfromthe air. Whenthe waterbucketis full, thecompressorwill stopbut the fan will continueto run.

Toresumeoperation,empty the water bucketaccordingto the followingsteps:

1. Turnthe unit off. Do not movethe unit when the water container is full.

2. Usingthe handle,slowly removethe water bucketfrom the unit.

3. Pourout anywater accumulatedinthe bucket.

4. Washthe water bucket usingwarmwater and a mild dishwasherdetergent.

5. Allow the bucket to dry completely

6. Replacethe waterbucket in the unit.

Pullhandle

CONTINUOUS DRAINAGE

1. Slideout the drainvalve from the left side of the unit.

2. Connectthe drain tube to the valve.

3. Makesure the drain tube drains downward.

4. Placea panor bucket under the drain tube to holdthe condensatewater,or let the tube draindown a gravitydrain.

Slide outdrain valve

Connectdrain tube to

valve

Make sureconnection is

secure

REMOTECONTROL

The provided remotecontrol operatesall of the functions of the unit. The remotecontrol uses one lithium battery (provided).Installthe battery before usingthe remotecontrol.

ON,OFF

FAN!SPEED

SWHNG MOD£

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MAINTENANCE

Alwaysturn off and unplugthe unit beforecleaningto avoid electricalshock.

CLEANING THE HOUSING

Wipe the surface of the unitwith a soft,damp cloth.Do not use abrasivechemicalsor detergents toclean the surface of the unit,as the unit maybecomescratchedor damaged.

Avoid directexposureto sunlightas this maychange the surface color.

CLEANING THE FILTER

Openthe air filter cover on the side of the unitandremovethe filter from the cover.

Immersethe filter gently inwarmwater with a milddetergent.Rinse thoroughlyand dry beforereplacing.

An uncleanair filter reducesair volume.The filtershould be cleanedevery twoweeks.

FILTER

ENDOF SEASONSTORAGE

Tostore the unit,pleasefollow these steps:

• Turn off and unplugthe unit.

• Removethe stopper from the waterdrain pipe andallow it to draincompletely.

• Drain all condensatewater from the water bucket.

• Turnthe unit to fan mode for a couple of hours to completelydry out the inside.

• Clean the filter.

• Wrap the cord aroundthe cord hooks.

• It is recommendedthat the unit be packedin its originalcartonfor storage.

• Store in a drylocation.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Beforeseeking repairor service,please check the following:

PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY

Isthe unit pluggedin? Securelyplugthe powercord into the wall outlet.

Is the main powersupply on? Reestablishthe main powersupply.Unit does not operate oronly runs in fan mode. Is the water bucketfull indicator light on? Empty the waterbucket.

Is the water bucket installedcorrectly Completely insertwater bucket

Is the air inlet or outletblocked? Clear the blocking.

Is there any other heatsource in the room? Movethe heat source.Cooling efficiencyis notsatisfactory. Are the air filters dirty? Cleanthe air filters.

Is the fan speed setat low? Increasethe fan speed.

This unit providesspot cooling or coolingforIs the roomtoo largefor this unit?

roomsupto 150sq. ft. witha standard8ft. ceiling.

Is the machinepositionedunevenlyon a level Place the unit on a level surface.Unit is noisyor vibrates, surface?

Is the unit positionedon an unevensurface? Place the unit on a levelsurface

WaterLeaksfrom the Wasthe unit movedbefore emptyingthe Empty the waterbucket before movingthe unitUnit. bucket? and keepthe unit uprightat all times.

Makesure the stopperonthe water drain isIs the stopperon the waterdrain pipe loose?

securely inplace.

Is the voltagefrom the powersource correct? Usea properpower source.The unit starts and stops

Positionthe exhaust hose correctlyand keepthefrequently. Is the exhaust hose positionedincorrectly? exhaust hosestraight as possible.

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TECHNICALSPECIFICATIONS

MODEL

Cooling Capacity

DehumidifyingCapacity

Power Consumption

Air FlowVolume

Power Source

RatedCurrent

Sound PressureLevel

Weight

Dimensions

Refrigerant

t Cooling:Dehum:

t Cooling:Dehum:

MAC-8000

8,000 BTU/Hr

75 Pints perday

850W

680W170 CFM

115V/60 HZ

7.4A

5.9A

<53 db(A)67 Ibs

16.125X 12.75X 31.5 inches(WxDxH)

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DISCLAIMER

ALL INFORMATION AND THE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTED IN THIS USER'S MANUALARE THE PRESENTATION OF THE MANUFACTURER. SOLEUS INTERNATIONAL HAS NOTCONDUCTED INDEPENDENT TEST TO THE INFORMATION AND THE SPECIFICATIONS PRESENTEDHEREWITHIN.

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WARRANTY

One Year Limited Warranty

Soleus International Inc. warrants the accompanying Soleus Air MAC-8000 to be flee of detects in materialand 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.

If the unit exhibits a detect in normal use, Soleus International Inc. will, at its option, either repair or replace it,

free of charge within a reasonable time after the unit is returned during the warranty period.

As a condition to any 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 otherwise, to the unit while in the possession of a consumer not caused by adetect in material or workmanship.

2) Damage caused by consumer misuse, tampering, or failure to follow the care and special handling

provisions in the instructions.3) Damage to the finish of the case, or other appearance parts caused by wear.

4) Damage caused by repairs or alterations of the unit by anyone other than those authorized by SoleusInternational Inc.

5) Freight and Insurance cost for the warranty service.

ALL WARRANTIES, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANT ABILITY ARELIMITED TO ONE-YEAR DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS LIMITED WARRANTY. SOLEUS

INTERNATIONAL INC. DISCLAIMS ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTALDAMAGES AND IN NO EVENT SHALL SOLEUS INTERNATIONAL INC'S LIABILITY EXCEED THE

RETAIL VALUE OF THE UNIT FOR BREACH OF ANY WRITTEN OR IMPLIED WARRANTY WITHRESPECT TO THIS UNIT.

This warranty covers only new products purchased fi'om our authorized dealers or retailers. It does not cover

used, salvaged, or refurbished products.

As some states do not allow the limitation or exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, or do not

allow limitation on implied warranties, the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This

warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

For Warranty, Technical Support, Customer Service, Missing or Defective PartsPlease Call (888) 876-5387

Or Write To:

Soleus International Inc.9451 Telstar Ave.

E1 Monte, CA91731 USAwww. soleusair.com

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