Amcor ALTL 12 user manual

OneYear LimitedWarranty  
Amcor, Inc. (“Amcor”) warrants the original retail purchaser (“Purchaser”) purchasing in the  
United States that the Amcor product with which this warranty is enclosed is free from defects  
in materials and workmanship.  
Amcor’s sole obligation under this warranty is to replace, or at Amcor’s discretion, to repair,  
free of charge, all defective parts, for a period of one (1) year from date of original purchase.  
ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY IS SIMILARLY LIMITEDTO ONE (1)  
YEAR FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE AND NO ACTION BASED UPON ANY  
IMPLIEDWARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OTHERWISE MAY BE COMMENCED  
AFTER EXPIRATION OF ONE (1)YEAR FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE.  
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts,so the above limitation  
may not apply to you.  
P O R T A B L E  
Air Conditioner  
Owner’s Manual  
The provisions of this warranty shall not apply to any product which in Amcor’s judgment has  
been (1) subject to misuse or neglect. (2) damaged in an accident. (3) used for a purpose for  
which it was not designed, or (4) repaired or altered in any way that adversely affected its  
performance or reliability.  
For models A
L
T
L -12 000E and A
L
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L -12 000EH  
To obtain warranty service, the defective product or part must be shipped or delivered to:  
Amcor’s authorized service center. All postage,insurance and shipping charges are the responsibility  
of the Purchaser and are not included in this warranty.  
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WHICH EXTEND BEYON
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O RESPONSIBILITY  
ISASSUMED FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGESTHAT MAY RESULT FROM  
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LOSS OF PARTS, OR USEATAVOLTAGE OTHERTHAN SPECIFIED. Some states do not allow  
the exclusion of limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so these limitations may not  
apply to you.  
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from or by service at any service center other than Amcor’s authorized service center.  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from  
state to state.  
Product: AMCOR Portable Air Conditioner  
Model: ALTL -12 000E/EH  
Date Purchased:_____________________________________ Production Code:________  
It is important that you read  
these instructions before  
using your new purchase and  
we strongly recommend that  
you keep them in a safe place  
for future reference.  
Dear Customer: Please keep this warranty for your record. DO NOT return it.  
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Maintenance  
Table of Contents  
Always unplug the unit from the wall outlet before beginning  
the cleaning.  
THANK YOU...............................................................................................................................2  
Energy SavingTips.......................................................................................................................................................2  
Cleaning the Housing  
Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the body clean.  
SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................................................................3  
BEFORE USE.................................................................................................................................4  
Never use strong chemicals, oil-based products, detergents, chemically treated cloths or other  
cleaning solutions.These could possibly damage the cabinet.  
PARTS ............................................................................................................................................5  
Cleaning the Filter  
Accessories.....................................................................................................................................................................5  
Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt from the filters and then  
rinse them thoroughly under running water (no hotter than 104
°
F).  
Dry thoroughly before replacing.  
INSTALLATIO
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Window Kit Installation..............................................................................................................................................6  
Wall Connection...........................................................................................................................................................6  
Mounting the Exhaust Pipe.......................................................................................................................................7  
Cleaning the Filter........................................................................................................................................................7  
Do not wet the activated carbon filter, remove from frame before rinsing.  
IMPORTANT! Never operate the unit without the filters.  
End of Season Storage  
Unplug the unit.  
OPERATIO
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Control Panel.................................................................................................................................................................8  
Setting On/Off...............................................................................................................................................................8  
Setting theTemperature.............................................................................................................................................8  
Mode Switch .................................................................................................................................................................8  
Setting Fan Speed........................................................................................................................................................8  
Setting theTimer..........................................................................................................................................................8  
Programmimg theTimer.............................................................................................................................................9  
Repeat Function ...........................................................................................................................................................9  
Canceling theTimer Function....................................................................................................................................9  
Regulating the Airflow Direcrion.............................................................................................................................10  
Drain the condensed water COMPLETELY (please refer to page 1
1
).  
Clean or change the filter.  
On a warm day, turn the unit to fan mode for a couple of hours so that the  
inside can dry out completely.  
It is recommended that the unit be put back into its original carton for storage.  
Do not stack heavy objects on top of the unit.  
StoringThe Power Cord  
When the unit is not in use, please store the power cord away as shown in Figure 3.  
DRAINAGE..................................................................................................................................11  
How to Drain the Unit..............................................................................................................................................11  
MAINTENANCE........................................................................................................................12  
Cleaning the Housing................................................................................................................................................12  
Cleaning the Filter ......................................................................................................................................................12  
End of Season Storage..............................................................................................................................................12  
Storing the Power Cord............................................................................................................................................12  
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................13  
WARRANT
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Fig. 3  
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Operation  
Specifications  
Regulating the Airflow Direction  
Model Number  
Cooling Capacity  
Heating Capacity  
Power Consumption  
Humidity Removal Capacity  
Recommended room size*  
Power Supply  
ALTL-12,000E  
12,000 BTU/hr  
N/A  
ALTL-12,000EH  
12,000 BTU/hr  
12,000 BTU/hr  
950W / 8.4A  
65 Pts. / Day  
Up to 400 sq. ft.  
115V / 60Hz / 1 Phase  
Rotary  
ON  
OFF  
ON  
OFF  
00:00  
24  
:00  
00:00  
COMP  
12:00  
24  
:00  
COMP  
12:00  
18:00  
06:00�  
18:00  
06:00�  
Mode  
Temp. Up Temp. Down Speed  
Timer  
On/Off  
Mode  
Temp. Up Temp. Down Speed  
Timer  
On/Off  
950W / 8.4A  
65 Pts. / Day  
Up to 400 sq. ft.  
115V / 60Hz / 1 Phase  
Rotary  
Move the air vent directly to adjust the  
airflow direction from the horizontal louvers.  
T
u
rn the roller on the air vent to control  
the airflow direction from the vertical louvers.  
Compressor  
IMPOR
T
A
NT!  
Refrigerant  
R-22  
R-22  
• The compressor will start approximately 3 minutes after the unit is turned on (this will  
help prolong the life of the compressor). After switching the unit off, please wait at least  
3 minutes before turning the unit back on.  
Fan Speed  
2
2
• The cooling system will switch off if the room temperature is lower than set. The fan, however, keeps  
Timer  
1
-
2
4
hours  
1
-
2
4
hours  
-
working at the set level. 
If the ambient temperature rises above the chosen temperature +/ 5
°
F,  
Temperature Set Range  
UnitWeight  
62
°
F - 90
°
F  
65 lbs.  
62
°
F - 90
°
F  
68 lbs.  
the cooling will resume.  
• In heating mode, the compressor will switch off if the room temperature is HIGHER than the one set  
(the fan keeps working at the set level). When the room temperature drops 5
°
F below the chosen  
temperature, heating will resume.  
Dimensions  
1
6
"W x
1
7
"D x 30"H  
Cooling: 62
°
F to
1
1
0
°
F  
1
6
"W x
1
7
"D x 30"H  
• This machine is equipped with an ANTI-FROST function. Sometimes, while using the heating function  
during low temperatures, the heating will stop for a while to melt the internal frost. When this occurs,  
wait for heating to resume.  
WorkingTemperature  
Cooling: 62
°
F to
1
1
0
°
F  
Heating: 41
°
F to 81
°
F  
• As you switch on the heating, the fan will stop for 15-20 seconds prior to the unit starting.  
REMARKS:  
The cooling capacity of the unit may be affected by the height of the ceiling,  
quality of insulation, number of windows, etc.  
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Operation  
Parts  
Control Panel  
Front  
Back  
ON  
OFF  
5
6
1
2
00:00  
� :  
4
2
00  
COMP  
12:00  
06:00�  
18:00  
3
4
Mode  
Temp. Up Temp. Down Speed  
Timer  
On/Off  
7
8
Temp. Up  
Timer  
Fan Speed:  
High / Low  
Temp. Down  
On / Off  
Mode:  
AC or Fan/Cool/Heat  
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When the unit is plugged into a working outlet, and the ON button is pushed,  
the LCD will display the CLOCK.  
1. Control
 
Panel  
2. Cooling Air Outlet  
3. Handle  
5. Air
 
Filter  
Setting On /Off  
To turn the unit on, press the ON / OFF button.  
6. Air
 
Inlet  
1. The first time the unit is turned on, it will work in the AUTO MODE.  
a. If the room is warmer than 75
°
F the unit will operate in the COOLING MODE.  
b. If the room is warmer than 68
°
F, but lower than 75
°
F, the unit will operate in  
the VENTIL
A
T
ION MODE.  
7. Exhaust
 
Air Outlet  
8. Cord Hanger  
4. Castors  
9. Water Stopper (Rubber Plug Inside)  
c. If
 
the room is below 68
°
F, the unit will operate in the HEAT MODE.  
(This is for models with the HEAT FUNCTION)  
2. The unit will re-start at the last setting. At re-start, turn ON time is cancelled.  
3. Press the ON / OFF button to stop the unit. The settings will be kept.  
The pre-set turn OFF time will be cancelled.  
Accessories  
10. Adaptor - for insertion over the  
hose and into the back of the  
air conditioner  
SettingTheTemperature  
10  
If you want to change the set temperature, pressTEMP UP orTEMP DOWN.  
The three digit display will indicate the set temperature.  
The temperature may be set (UP or DOWN) from 62
°
F to 90
°
F  
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Mode Switch  
11. Exhaust
 
Hose  
Press the Mode button to select required working mode:auto–>cooling–> fan–> heating–> etc., (Heating  
12. Adjustable Slide Bar  
13. Round Connector  
14. Cap for Round Connector  
15. Remote
 
Control  
is only available for cooling & heating models), the corresponding sign of selected mode displays on the  
11  
LCD: O –>  
–>  
Setting Fan Speed  
13  
Press the Speed button to selected the desired Fan speed:High or Low. This function cannot be selected  
when it is in auto mode. On High speed, the fan turns faster, and on Low speed, the fan turns slower.  
The selected speed will be active 2 seconds after the button is pressed.  
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SettingTimer  
For all of the followingTIMER programming, proceed firstly with these standard steps:  
• Press theTimer button briefly; the 2 left digits of the 4 digits on the LCD display are flashing. 88:88  
• PressTemp. Up orTemp. Down to adjust the hour,  
• Press theTimer button briefly again, the 2 right digits of the 4 digits are flashing.  
• PressTemp. Up orTemp. Down to adjust the minutes of the clock in intervals of 5 minutes.  
The timer is set. After 8 seconds the time display returns.  
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Installation  
Installation  
Mounting the Exhaust Pipe  
Slide Bar  
• The supplied Exhaust Hose can be  
extended from 1 foot to 5 feet  
Connector  
for mounting. It is recommended that  
you use the shortest possible length of Hose.  
Take care to prevent any kink or  
bend in the middle of the Exhaust  
Hose, as this will trap hot exhaust air,  
which will radiate back into the room.  
Window Kit Installation  
In order for this unit to function  
properly,it must be vented to the  
outside.  
2. Attach Slide Bar Connector,  
(Round Connector) to the  
other end of the Hose by  
extending hose at least 6".  
Then tighten Hose by turning  
the (Round Connector)  
clockwise.  
3. Place Adjustable Slide Bar in  
the window and expand so it  
fits tightly.  
Fitting the Exhaust Hose through  
the window is easy. Please see  
below.  
4. Lower the window.  
5. Make sure the Hose has  
no kinks.  
1. Extend Hose at least 6" and  
insert it into back of the unit,  
tightening into place by turning  
it clockwise.  
Slide Bar has 3 sections which  
allows installation in windows up  
to 48" in width.  
WARNING!  
The length of the Exhaust Pipe is specially  
designed according to the specification of  
this product.  
Round  
Connector  
Do not replace or extend it with your own hose  
as this could cause the unit to malfunction.  
Cleaning the Filter  
Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt from the filters  
and then rinse them thoroughly under running water (no hotter than 104ºF)  
Dry thoroughly before replacing.  
Wall Connection  
1. Make a hole (5.1" in diameter)  
in the wall.  
3. Extend one end of the Exhaust  
Pipe (part #11) and screw into  
the Round Connector by  
turning clockwise.  
5. Push Adaptor to fit firmly  
over the opening on the back  
of the unit.  
Notice! Never operate the unit without the filters.  
2. Insert the Round Connector  
(part #13) into the hole and  
hold in place by using 4 small  
screws (not supplied).  
**When not in use, cover the  
Round Connector and hole  
with Cap (part #14).  
4. Extend other end of exhaust  
pipe and screw inAdaptor (part  
#10) by turning clockwise.  
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7
00:00  
24  
:00  
                                                                                                                                                                         
Before Use  
Operation  
Programming the timer for ON - when the unit is OFF.  
Important!  
• Perform the standard steps as described above.  
• Leave the unit in an upright position for at least 2 hours before use.  
• Always place the unit on an even surface.  
The circular time scale will be on between the ON  
programmed times until 24:00.The flashing bar on the  
time scale indicates the real time and moves a segment  
ahead every 30 minutes until it reaches the ON timer  
06:00  
18:00  
12:00  
• The power cord has a built-in L.C.D.I. (Leakage, Current, Detection, Interruption) circuit  
breaker for added safety. If the power supply is interrupted, please press the reset  
button to reconnect the unit to the power source. The green light should be on.  
time, then the black segments in the circular time scale will disappear.  
Programming the timer for OFF - when the unit is RUNNING.  
• Make sure the unit is connected to a correctly grounded power supply.  
• For proper operation, the unit must be vented to the outside.  
• Do not cover or obstruct the appliance inlet or outlet grilles.  
• Perform the standard steps as described above.  
The circular time scale will be on between the present time to the OFF programmed time.  
The flashing bar on the time scale indicates the real time and moves a segment ahead every 30 minutes  
until it reaches the OFF timer time, then the black segments in the circular timescale will disappear.  
Repeat OFF and ON  
To avoid the risk of shock, the product should never be used in bathrooms, shower rooms  
or in any other steamy or wet areas.  
Programming the timer for repeat OFF and ON - when the unit is RUNNING.  
• Perform the standard steps as described above.  
• Repeat the above procedure while the digits are still flashing for setting the ON.  
• Always transport the unit in an upright position.  
• Do
 
not sit or stand on the unit.  
The circular time scale will be ON between 00:00 to the time set with the timer to OFF and  
from that time until 24:00. The flashing bar on the time scale indicates the real time and moves a segment  
ahead every 30 minutes.The unit will operate daily according to the timer setting.  
• Do not place objects on the unit.  
• Do not touch the unit with wet/damp hands or when standing barefoot.  
Repeat ON and OFF  
Programming the timer for repeat ON and OFF - when the unit is NOT RUNNING.  
• Perform the standard steps as described above.  
• Repeat the above procedure while the digits are still flashing for setting the OFF.  
• Drainage of the water container is required before moving the unit or  
putting it into storage.  
The circular time scale will be OFF between 00:00 to the time set with the timer to ON and  
from that time until 24:00. The flashing bar on the time scale indicates the real time and  
moves a segment ahead every 30 minutes.The unit will operate daily according to the timer setting.  
• If the electric socket is different from the plug provided, have a professionally qualified  
electrician replace the outlet with a suitable one. Avoid the use of adaptor plugs, multiple  
sockets and/or extension cords; if their use is necessary, ensure that they conform to the  
current safety regulations.  
After a power failure, or after the unit has been unplugged, you will have to program the  
timer settings again.  
• Do not pull the power cord or place it near a source of heat; always unroll it completely  
to avoid the possibility of dangerous overheating.  
Canceling theTimer Function  
In order to cancel the timer programming press the button momentarily, then it will  
return to the time display.The daily mode will be cancelled as well.The black segments in  
the circular time scale will disappear.  
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified person.  
THE MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ANY RESPONSIBILITY I
F
T
HE ABOVE  
INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT FOLLOWED.  
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