GERMAN POOL PAC-115 Portable Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner User Manual

GERMAN POOL PAC-115 Portable Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner

Specifications

• Model: PAC-115
• Type: Portable Reverse Cycle Air Conditioner
• Power Supply: 220-240V ~50Hz
• Cooling Capacity: 15000 BTU/h
• Heating Capacity: 16000 BTU/h
• Refrigerant: R410A/650g
• Current Consumption (Cooling/Heating): 7.8 A / 8.0 A
• Dehumidifying Capacity: 1.5 L/h
• Dimensions (H x W x D): 280mm x 1500mm x 280mm
• Weight: 36.5kg
• Manufacturer Website: www.germanpool.com

Product Usage Instructions

Safety Instructions
For safety purposes, read the instructions carefully before using the appliance for the first time. The appliance is designed for domestic use and should be installed and operated in accordance with these instructions.

1. All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes and be installed by a qualified electrician. If you have any questions regarding to the following instructions, contact a qualified electrician.
2. The unit must be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations. Check the available power supply and resolve any wiring problems before installation and operation of this unit.
3. For your safety and protection, this unit is grounded through the power cord plug when plugging into a matching wall outlet. If you are not sure whether the wall outlet in your home is properly grounded, please consult an electrician. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified persontoo avoid any hazards.
4. This appliance is not intended for people（including children）with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. This appliance can be used by people aged from 8 years and above. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. Never place this unit in chemical environments, like volatile, corrosive or flammable environments, to avoid the risk of fire.
6. Never place the unit near gas appliances, fire or flammable liquids.
7. Do not use an adapter or extension power cord or remove the ground prong, and sharing the power outlet with other appliances is also forbidden.
8. Unplug the air conditioner before servicing, but never turn off the unit by unplugging.
9. Never dismantle, repair or modify the unit without authorization to avoid body injury or property damage. If there is any unusual situation, like an unusual noise, smell, smoke or electric leakage, be sure it is repaired by the manufacturer or professionals.
10. Never put any objects into the unit.
11. Never cover or obstruct air inlet or outlet to prevent overheating.
12. Never hit or shake the unit to prevent damage.
13. Never spray water or place the unit near water, and do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands to prevent electric shocks.
14. Need two or more people to remove and install an air conditioner.
15. Please place this unit on an even and dry surface. Make sure the air conditioner stays in upright position during the removal. Keep the unit at least 50cm away from the walls or other objects. Ensure proper space interval of this unit including the minimum distance from surrounding objects.
16. Unplug the power cord if the unit will not be used for a long time.
17. Make sure windows and doors are closed during usage.
18. Make sure the power cord is placed to avoid people being tripped down.
19. Do not move the louvre of the air outlet by hand, in case the louvre cannot cover the outlet after power-off.
20. Do not let skin and eyes face the cool breeze directly for a long time.
21. Do not put any stuff in the air inlet and air outlet.
22. Do not scratch or damage the unit.
23. Do not clean the unit with water, use a wet cloth instead.
24. Keep the unit at least 1 meter away from TV or radios to avoid electromagnetic interference.
25. Do not expose the unit to sun light directly, to avoid colour fading on the surface.
26. Do not tilt the unit for more than 35 degrees or upside-down while transporting.
27. Place the unit on a flat surface and upright with less than 5 degrees of inclination.
28. Keep the drain hose in good condition without flexure then connect with the unit.
29. The unit operates more efficiently in certain room locations (Installation and Adjustment).
30. Empty the condensed drainage pan before putting the unit in storage to prolong the unit’s lifetime end of the season.
31. Do not use chemical solvents (e.g. Benzene, alcohol-glazer) to clean the unit surface. If it is dirty, please use neutral solvents.
32. Make sure to cut off the power before disassembling or installing the filter.
33. Do not spray oil or water into the appliance.
34. Remark: Do not use this unit in cooling mode if the ambient temperature is higher than 35oC or heating mode if am the ambient temperature is lower than 7oC.

Product Structure

1. Front panel
2. Remote control receiving window
3. Control panel
4. Top panel
5. Horizontal louver
6. Right decoration board
7. The upper filter assembly of the back panel
8. Remote control compartment
9. Left decoration board
10. Drain outlet in the middle
11. Power cord
12. Winding-pillar
13. The lower filter assembly of the back panel
14. Drain cover
15. Universal wheel
16. The filter assembly of the side panel
17. Protective grid
18. Fastener
19. Handle
20. The round connector of exhaust hose
21. Exhaust hose
22. Adapter of exhaust hose
23. Window kits
24. Adapter Louvers
25. Windows seal-plate

Installation Instructions

Follow these steps to install the portable air conditioner:

1. Place the unit in a suitable location near a power outlet.
2. Ensure proper ventilation around the unit for efficient operation.
3. Connect the power cord to a grounded outlet matching the unit’s specifications.
4. Refer to the user manual for detailed installation steps.

Remote Control Installation

1. Press the lower part of the built-in compartment gently to open it and take out the remote controller. (Fig.1)
2. Insert the remote controller into a built-in compartment on the left side of the unit, and push it gently for closure. (Fig.1)

Exhaust Hose Installation

• Warning
  • Keep the unit in an upright position while moving it.
  • Keep this mobile air-conditioner in an upright position at least 2 hours before firthe st installation.
  • The appliance shall be placed a flat surface.
  • Do not install or operate this air-conditioner in bathrooms or other wet environments.

1. Take out the exhaust hose and its connector and adapter, to remove the plastic bag. Extend both ends of the exhaust hose, and screw the end without the slot of the round connector and the adaptor onto it in an anticlockwise direction at least 3 laps.
   Note: Screw round connector should screw into the right position, at least 3 laps, to keep a good connection of exhaust hose assembly.

2. Put the front end of the exhaust hose assembly onto the jugged position of the exhaust air outlet at the back panel, fasteners will lock the exhaust hose assembly. (Fig.3)

Note:

• Keep the right direction of the slant side of the adapter, for ease of installation of the window seal-plate.
• Keep the exhaust hose connected in a good position.

Exhaust Hose Installation

1. Determine window seal-plate position, vertical or horizontal direction.
2. If the window seal plate is in a horizontal position, the slant panel A of the adapter should be upwards.
3. If the window seal-plate is in vertical position and will be on the left side of the window, the slant panel A of the adapter should be in the right direction, and make sure adapter louvres keep downward direction always, it shall be closed by infinity if unit doesn’t work, and open automatically when unit starts working and venting.
4. Ifthe the window seal-plate will be in a vertical position and will be on the right side of the window, the slant panel A of the adapter should be in the left direction, and make sure the adapter is a downward direction always, it shall be closed by gravity if the unit doesn’t work, and open automatically when unit starts working and venting.

Remarks:

• The adapter and its louvres are assembled according to the seal plate at the left side of the window before shipment.
• If the seal-plate will be placed on rithe ght side of withe ndow, please adjust its louvers direction accordingly in order to keep adapter in good use.

C. Installation of Window Seal-Plate

• Make the window half open; put the seal-plate into window, either in vertical or horizontal position. (Fig.4,5)
• Extend seal plate parts and adjust them to the length of the window, keep both ends to meet the window edge, and fix it with screws then.

Note:

• Slide the adapter downwards and ensure the adapter installed in a good position.
• Assure the slant panel direction to match seal-plate direction.
• Exhaust hose cannot be bent or with flexure higher than 45°, in order to keep good ventilation of exhaust hose.

Installation of The Unit

1. Move the unit with the exhaust hose assembly installed in front of the window and keep the unit at least 50cm away from the walls or other objects.
2. Extend the exhaust hose. Install the rectangle end of the exhaust hose assembly into the corresponding rectangle hole in the window seal-plate assembly, fix it with a screw and close the window.

Important notes:
The exhaust hose is 280 mm-1500 mm long and this length is determined based on the specification of the air-conditioner (s). Do not use prolonged hose or replace it with other different hoses as this may affect the functions of the air-conditioner. The exhaust hose must be smooth or it may lead air- conditioner overheat and damage.

Drainage Instruction

1. Manual drainage:
2. Once the unit shuts down upon water, turn off the unit and then unplug it.
3. Put the tray below the water outlet at the back of the unit.
4. Screw off the drain cover, and unplug the water stopper for water to flow into the tray.
5. Plug in the stopper and screw the drain cover tightly onto the water outlet after drainage.

Notes:

• Protect the drain cover and water stopper properly.
• Move the unit carefully to avoid leakage it is necessary.
• Tilt the unit slightly backward when draining.
• Block the drain hole as soon as possible before the tray is full if it cannot hold all water in the unit to prevent water leakage and wet the floor or carpet.
• The water stopper and drain cover must be tightly installed, to avoid the new condensate from wetting the floor or carpet when the unit re-starts working.

Continuous drainage 1:

1. Screw off the drain cover & unplug the water stopper.
2. Connect the drain-hole with φ12mm drain hose, as deep as possible to avoid leakage.
3. Pull the drain hose to the bathroom or outdoors.

Notes:

• A drain hose must be installed when there’s no water in the tray.
• It is suggested not to use continuous drainage when the unit is in COOL mode, to ensure enough water is recycled in the unit to enhance the system cooling effects.
• It is suggested to adopt continuous drainage when the unit is in HEAT mode, to avoid frequent drainage.
• Put the drain hose in an inaccessible place, not higher than drainage hole and keep drain hose straight without any flexure.
• Keep the drain cover and its stopper properly when continuous drainage is adopted.

Continuous drainage 2:
Suitable for drain outlet in the middle, please use under dehumidifying mode.

1. Take off the drain cover from the drain outlet.
2. Connect the drain outlet with φ13.0mm drain hose.
3. Pull the drain hose to the bathroom or a container.

Notes:

1. Drain hose must be installed when there’s no water in the tray.
2. If use a container, make sure put the position of container is not higher than drainage hole. Clean and replace the container before it is filled, to avoid water leakage.
3. Keep the drain cover well for future use.

Operating Instructions

To operate the air conditioner:

1. Turn on the unit using the power button.
2. Select the desired mode (cooling or heating) and set the temperature using the controls.
3. Adjust fan speed and airflow direction as needed.
4. Monitor the unit for any abnormal sounds or behaviours during operation.

Control Panel

Energize the Unit: Plug in and all icons in the LCD display window ( shows the ambient temperature, the position of “℃” shows temperature unit “℃” or “℉”) will light up for 2 seconds and remind music will be on, then LCD window will show the ambient temperature with range 5 – 35℃ (41-95℉) with other icons light out, the unit is the standby for operation.

Control Panel Operation
This unit has Cooling, Heating, Dehumidifying, Fan, Eco-Cooling & Sleep modes operations.

Power : Power on or off the unit

• Touch this key to turn on the unit, reminding music is sounded, and unit runs under cooling mode automatically with set temperature 22℃（72℉），fan runs in medium speed. Touch this key again, the unit turns off the reminder that the music will sound again.
• When the unit is on, the LCD window will show the ambient temperature, the fan starts running and the air outlet window will open automatically.
• When the unit is off, all parts stop working, air outlet window will close automatically. the unit will turn to standby mode and reminder music will sound.

MODE

• Touch this key to switch and select the unit working mode you want, all modes turn as below for your confirmation.

UP DOWN

• These two buttons are for temperature and time settings.
• Touch to increase or decrease the temperature 1℃or 1℉ by pressing once. Touch these buttons over 2 seconds to continuously increase or decrease the temperature number by 0.5-second intervals.
• Touch ****together at the same time to convert Celsius degrees and Fahrenheit degrees. （℃←→℉ transition）.

Note: The temperature setting range is 16～30℃/60～86℉。

SPEED

• Touch this key to change the fan running speed to High speed Medium speed or Low speed .
• Under HEATING mode, the upper fan will run at a low speed after the compressor works for 2 minutes. After the compressor begins to work, it forces the upper fan to work at low speed for 2 minutes, 2 minutes later, the upper fan runs in cooling mode. If the tube inside is lower than 30℃, upper fan is forced to work in low speed; if the temperature is higher than 36℃, the upper fan works according to setting.
• Under DEHUMIDIFYING mode, the fan will be forced to run at a low speed, temperature can’t be adjusted.
• Fan speed will be unchanged if unit operated between COOLING and Fan modes, that means if fan running at low speed under FAN mode, the fan speed will keep same when unit changed to COOLING mode; if fan running at high speed under COOLING mode, it would keep same when unit changed to FAN mode.
• The fan will be forced to run at low speed under Dehumidify and Sleep modes and the fan speed can’t be adjusted.

TIMER

• Touch this key to set the unit auto turn-on /turn-off time, to check or cancel the time setting.
• This unit is designed with a 24-hour timer, and during the setting, will flash for 6 seconds. The first two digits are for hours 00-24, and the last two digits are for minutes 00-60. You can increase or decrease half an hour each time by touching to finish hour and minute setting, and setting time will increase or decrease 30 minutes by every press.
• You can set the unit AUTO OFF time when it is running. Or set the unit AUTO ON time when the unit is on standby. Once the timer setting is OK, will be lit till the time you set is over will be off. You can touch it again to reset the time when the TIMER function is on. The TIMER is subject to the final time setting. TIMER would be ineffective would be off if any operation from the control panel or remote control to turn on or turn off the unit.

TIMER

• This two button can set the SLEEP Function
• Start the SLEEP Function by pressing at the same time under COOLING or HEATING mode, in LCD screen will be on; press again to stop “SLEEP” function, will be off.

Note: Sleep function will be ineffective under FAN or DEHUMIDIFYING mode.

TIMER SPEED

• These two buttons can turn on/off fan swing function

Other functions

Energy Saving

• Background light in LCD screen will light up for 10 seconds then automatically off if you touch any keywhen unit is energized or background light is off.

Auto-Clean

• Unit will start by remote control and keep three minutes before off under COOLING, DEHUMIDIFYING and ECO-COOLING modes, with displaying CL.

Eco-Cooling

• Low energy consumption under ECO-COOLING mode.

Remote Control Operation

Power

• Press this button to start the unit when it is energized or stop the unit when it is in operation.

Mode

• Press this button to select operation mode, such as COOLING, HEATING, DEHUMILITYING, FAN and ECOCOOLING.

UP

• Press this button to increase room temperature and timer setting.

DOWN

• Press this button to decrease room temperature and timer setting.

UP and DOWN combination

• Press two buttons at the same time to convert Celsius degrees and Fahrenheit degrees.

Fan

• Press this button to select fan speed in sequence: Low → Medium → High.

Auto-Swing

• Press this button to turn on or turn off the auto-swing function.

Sleep

• Press this button to select or cancel sleep mode (only effective under cooling, heating operation or eco cooking modes).

Timer

• Press this button to set AUTO-ON and AUTO-OFF times. Time can be adjusted between 0.5-24 hours. It jumps by 0.5-hour intervals within 5 hours, and 1-hour intervals over 5 hours, set time will flash 5 times on the screen then confirm the setting.

Auto-clean

• Press this button to turn on or turn off auto-clean mode (only effective under cooling, dehumidifying or eco-cooling modes).

Battery Installation
Before using your remote, install the AAA batteries into a remote control.

Notes:

• Use alkaline batteries only. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
• When replacing batteries, always replace both batteries with new batteries, do not mix old and new batteries.
• If the air conditioner will not be used for an extended period, remove the batteries from the remote control.

WARNING

• If the liquid from the batteries gets onto your skin or clothes, wash it well with clean water, do not use the remote control if the batteries have any leakage.
• If you eat the liquid from the batteries, brush your teeth and see a doctor. The chemicals in batteries could cause burns or other health hazards.

Safety Protections

The appliance is equipped with five auto protection:

• Anti-frozen protection function
  Under COOLING mode, when the compressor continuously runs for over 10 minutes, if the tube temperature is ≦2℃/36℉ for 20 seconds, the anti-frozen protection function will be on, E4 will be shown on the display, compressor and water wheel motor will stop working, but upper fan remains running; If tube temperature≧8℃/46℉, the unit will stop anti-frozen protection and recover to the original working condition. Compressor will re-start working with 3 minutes delay for protection.

Water-full safety alarm and shut–off protection function
When the water volume exceeds its alarm level in the chassis, a warning sounds automatic and the water-full icon is lit on the LCD display, you need to drain the condensate and re-start the unit. (For more information about how to drain, refer to the “Drainage Instruction” please). If the unit is not shut down manually, the unit will recover to the original operating status automatically once the water is fully drained. Or connect the power to restart the unit again.

Auto-Defrosting Protection
The system of this unit has Auto Defrosting function and will light up until Auto Defrosting is finished.

Auto overheat protection
This unit has with auto overheat function under heating mode. The compressor and lower fan will stop working if a unit with higher temperature, and recovery if the unit temperature is down to normal to prolong the unit’s’s working life.

Delay protection function of the compressor
This unit offers restart protection to the compressor. Except that the compressor may start immediately when the unit is energized first time, there is a 3-minute delay in re-start protection after the compressor is shut down.

Care and Maintenance

WARNING
Be sure to turn off the unit and pull out the plug before maintenance or send to the service center.

Surface cleaning

• Unplug the appliance before cleaning.
• Clean the unit surface with wet soft cloth and do not use chemical solvents such as alcohol and gasoline to avoid any damage to unit. Any thinner, alcohol-glazer or other similar solvents is prohibited for unit cleaning.
• Clean the dirty air outlet or louvers with wet soft cloth and detergent. Any chemical solvent is prohibited to use for unit cleaning or put such things near the unit for a long time. Filter cleaning
• Clean the filter once every two weeks, or it would influence the unit function if filter clogged with dust.
• Grip the filter handle and pull it out gently in correct direction. Clean the dirty particles in filter by cleaner if it is necessary. Immerse and wash the filter gently into warm water (about 40℃) mixed with neutral cleaner, and then rinse and dry them thoroughly in the shade.
• Install the filter with opposite direction of removal, aim the end of the filter toward slot then push filter gently into slot. Install the filter into place gently to avoid any damage to filter. Be sure to install the filter to side panel then for the filter to back panel.

Notes:

• Pull out the filter gently.
• Removal of filter at back panel is at priority then for the filter at side panel, to avoid any twist or damage to filter.
• Do not squash or hit the mesh with sharp objects or brush.
• Do not use the appliance without installing the filter.

Storage
Please store the air conditioner properly if not in use.

1. Screw off the drain cover and pull out the stopper to drain condensate water completely. Or tilt the unit to drain water.
2. Keep unit running in fan mode for half day to dry inside of unit completely to prevent from going moldy.
3. Turn off the unit, pull out plug then wrap the power cord around the wire-winding pillar, insert the plug into the universal fixing hole at the back panel of the unit, install the water stopper and drain cover.
4. Remove the heat exhaust hose to assembly, clean and keep it properly.
5. Take out the batteries from remote controller and place it in the remote control box.

Note:
Assure the unit is stored in a dry place. All accessories of the unit shall be protected together properly. Keep the unit away from children.

Troubleshooting

Please refer to below char t if you have any questions during operating.

socket and turn it on.
Water-full and its icon lighting| Drain the water stored in the unit.
Ambient temperature too low or low high| It is recommended to use this unit between 7-40℃
The room temperature is lower than the set temperature in cooling mode or higher temperature in heating mode| Change the set temperature
Bad cooling or heating effects| There is direct sunlight| Close the window curtain
The doors and windows are open, the room is crowded or there are other heat sources| Close the door and window, remove other heat sources, and add new air-conditioners
Dirty filter| Clean or replace the filter mesh
Air inlet or air outlet clogged| Remove the obstruction
High noise level| The unit is being placed at uneven surface.| Put the unit at a flat and firm place (may reduce noise)
The compressor does not work| Initiation of overheat protection.| Wait for 3 minutes until the temperature decrease, the unit will re-start automatically
The remote control does not work| Too long distance| Bring the remote control close to the air-conditioner and ensure airs at signal receptor on unit.
The remote control didn’t aim at signal receptor on unit.
The batteries have no electricity| Replace the batteries
“CH01” code displays| Room temperature sensor failure| customer service & repair centre
“CH02” code displays| Tube temperature sensor failure| Contact customer service & repair centre
“E4” code displays| Anti-freeze protection| Restore the functions automatically once anti-freeze protection is over.
 Displays| Water tank in chassis is full| Drain the condensate and re-start the unit

Note:

• Do not dismantle or repair the unit without authorization, improper repair will void the warranty card and cause harm to you and your property.
• If your problem is not listed on the Troubleshooting, please ask for professional service.

Technical Specification

Net Weight/Gross

Weight

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36.5 kg

Application Area| 20-27 m²

Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. If there is any inconsistency or ambiguity between the English version and the Chinese version, the English version shall prevail. Refer to www.germanpool.com for the most up-to-date version of the Operating Instructions.

Environment and Recycling
GERMAN POOL is very conscious of the importance of environmental protection, and we extend our belief to our packaging materials. You can help conserve the environment by carefully separating your waste. The packaging is essential for protecting the components during transportation. Our packaging is made from environmentally friendly, re-usable corrugated cardboard. The plastic bags are made of recyclable polythene (PE). The plastic components of the appliance are marked with a material code so that they can be recycled at the end of their useful life. These valuable materials are 100 % recyclable, provided they are correctly disposed

Hong Kong, China
Room 113. Newport Centre Phase II. 116 Ma Tau
Kok Road. Tokwawan. Kowloon. Hong Kong.
Tel : +852 2773 2888
Fax :+852 2765 8215

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FAQ

Q: What should I do if the unit is not cooling or heating properly?
A: Check if the filters are clean and not blocked. Ensure proper ventilation around the unit and that all settings are correct for cooling or heating mode.

Q: How often should I clean the air filters?
A: It is recommended to clean the air filters every two weeks to maintain optimal performance of the air conditioner.

Q: Can I use an extension cord with the air conditioner?
A: It is not recommended to use an extension cord with the air conditioner as it may lead to overheating or electrical hazards. Plug the unit directly into a properly grounded outlet.

References

• 德國寶German Pool | 家庭電器、廚櫃、傢俬 | 香港十大名牌

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