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Insignia NS-AC8PWH8 User Manual

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8,000 BTU Portable Air
Conditioner
NS-AC8PWH8
Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.

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  • Page 1 USER GUIDE 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner NS-AC8PWH8 Before using your new product, please read these instructions to prevent any damage.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ONE-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ........28 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of a high-quality Insignia product. Your NS-AC8PWH8 represents state of art design in portable air conditioning, designed for reliable and trouble-free performance. www.insigniaproducts.com...

  • Page 3: Important Safety Instructions

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Important Safety Instructions CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN This symbol indicates that dangerous voltage constituting a risk of electric shock is present within your portable air conditioner. This symbol indicates that there are important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature accompanying your portable air conditioner.
  • Page 4 NS-AC8PWH8 14 Do not handle the plug with wet hands. This could result in an electric shock. 15 Unplug the power cord by holding the plug, never by pulling the cord. 16 Do not turn the machine on or off by plugging or unplugging the power cord.
  • Page 5 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner • Turn the machine off and unplug it before cleaning, moving, or servicing • To avoid injury, do not allow children or other individuals with special needs to touch or operate the machine. The machine should only be used with adult supervision.

  • Page 6: Electrical Safety

    The circuit breaker should be tested periodically by pressing the TEST button then the RESET button. If the TEST button does not cause the circuit breaker to trip, or if the RESET button will not stay engaged, unplug the air conditioner immediately and contact an Insignia technician. Preferred grounding method Make sure that a proper ground exists before use.

  • Page 7: Temporary Grounding

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Temporary grounding Due to potential safety hazards, we strongly discourage the use of an adapter plug. If an adapter plug must be used for a temporary connection, use only a UL-listed adapter with a minimum capacity of 120V~60Hz, 13A, and 1560W.

  • Page 8: Package Contents

    3 Heed all warnings. immediately and contact an Insignia technician. point where they exit from the machine. Drain plug 4 Follow all instructions.

  • Page 9: Main Components

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Main components Front Item Description Air inlet Allows air to enter the air conditioner. Do not block. Control panel and display Displays air conditioner settings. Press the buttons to change settings. Adjustable louvered air Opens automatically when the air conditioner is turned on. Can also be set to oscillate. discharge Swiveling casters Allow you to move the air conditioner easily on most surfaces.
  • Page 10 NS-AC8PWH8 Back Item Description Handle Provides a convenient grip when moving your air conditioner. Air outlet Allows warm air to exit the back of the air conditioner into the exhaust hose. Do not block. Filter and filter case Remove the filter from this case to clean it at least every two weeks. See “Cleaning the air filter”...
  • Page 11 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Control panel Item Description Remote control receiver Receives signals from the remote control. Do not block. LED Display Shows the temperature and time left on the timer. Temperature/Time display TIMER button Press to set the air conditioner to turn on or off automatically. Press to cycle the air conditioner through the available modes.
  • Page 12 NS-AC8PWH8 Accessories Item Description Exhaust hose and adapter Connects the air conditioner to the window installation kit to vent exhaust air outside. Window seal plate Lets you route the air conditioner exhaust through a vertical or horizontal window opening assembly and seal your window at the correct height/width.

  • Page 13: Remote Control

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Remote control Item Description Speed settings Press to select the high or low setting. Timer Press to set the air conditioner to turn on or off automatically. Up/Down COOLING mode–press to raise (up) or lower (down) the temperature setting. TIMER mode–press to turn the timer on (up) or off (down).

  • Page 14: Setting Up Your Portable Air Conditioner

    NS-AC8PWH8 Setting up your portable air conditioner Remove and store (optional) packing materials for reuse. Remove any shipping tape before using the air conditioner. Remove tape residue with liquid dish soap and a damp cloth. Do not use sharp tools, alcohol, thinners, or abrasive cleaners to remove adhesive, which could damage the finish.

  • Page 15: Installing Your Air Conditioner

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 20 in. (50 cm) The power cord length shown is not to scale. Installing your air conditioner 1 Screw the exhaust hose with adapter to the air outlet on the back of your air conditioner. The power cord length shown is not to scale.
  • Page 16 NS-AC8PWH8 2 Measure the window size. 3 Install the window sealing plate in the window opening, adjust the length to fit the window opening and secure it with screw A (provided). Screw A www.insigniaproducts.com...
  • Page 17 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 4 Insert the hose adapter into the vent panel, then slide it down/left until it clicks into place. Small gap First insert Second slide www.insigniaproducts.com...
  • Page 18 NS-AC8PWH8 5 If desired, secure the hose adapter to the vent panel with a type screw. Type B screw • For optimum performance, do not twist the venting hose. For better efficiency, shorten the hose, if possible. Caution The exhaust duct is designed especially for this air conditioner.

  • Page 19: Using Your Portable Air Conditioner

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 6 If desired, install the security bracket with the type C screw. Type C screw Security bracket Using your portable air conditioner Inserting the batteries in the remote control 1 Press down on the arrow on the back of the remote control, then slide the battery compartment cover from the battery compartment.

  • Page 20: Using The Air Conditioner

    NS-AC8PWH8 3 Reinstall the battery compartment cover, making sure the tab locks into place. Notes • Use only carbon-zinc or alkaline batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. • When you replace the batteries, always replace them with new batteries. No not mix old and new batteries.
  • Page 21 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Button Description COOL mode–press to adjust the temperature setting up to 86°F (30°C) or down to 62°F (17°C), in one degree   increments. The temperature can be switched between Fahrenheit and Celsius by pressing at the same time, or by pressing the °F/°C switching button on the remote control.

  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    High Cool. The air conditioner runs The area to be cooled is too Consult your Insignia technician for the air conditioner capacity too often or too long large for the air conditioner. required to cool the desired area.

  • Page 23: Intelligent Error Indication

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Problem Possible cause Possible solution The air conditioner is The unit may seem rather loud This is the sound of the compressor starting up and is normal. too loud for the first two or three minutes of operation.

  • Page 24: Cleaning And Maintaining Your Air Conditioner

    NS-AC8PWH8 Cleaning and maintaining your air conditioner Your air conditioner is designed for year-round use with only minimal cleaning and maintenance. For maximum efficiency, we recommend that you have the cooling coils inspected and cleaned annually. Your local Best Buy Service Center can provide this inspection and cleaning for a nominal fee.

  • Page 25: Cleaning The Air Filter

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Cleaning the air filter The air filter should be cleaned every two weeks. Depending on indoor air quality, the filter may require cleaning more often. A dirty air filter decreases the airflow and reduces the efficiency of the air conditioner. Do not operate the air conditioner without the air filter in place.

  • Page 26: Emptying The Water Collection Tank

    NS-AC8PWH8 Emptying the water collection tank When the internal water collection tank is full, “FL” appears on the LED display and your air conditioner turns off until the tank is emptied. Notes • When operating or draining water from your air conditioner, always protect carpeting and floors from possible water spillage.

  • Page 27: Restarting Your Air Conditioner After Storage

    8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner 4 Remove the filter case and clean the filter. Allow it to dry completely, then reinstall it. 5 Remove the batteries from the remote control. 6 Store the air conditioner in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, extreme temperatures, and excessive dust.

  • Page 28: One-Year Limited Warranty

    Product is determined to be defective by an authorized Insignia repair center or store personnel, Insignia will (at its sole option): (1) repair the Product with new or rebuilt parts; or (2) replace the Product at no charge with new or rebuilt comparable products or parts.
  • Page 29 Damage due to incorrect operation or maintenance • Connection to an incorrect voltage or power supply • Attempted repair by any person not authorized by Insignia to service the Product • Products sold “as is” or “with all faults” •...
  • Page 30 1-877-467-4289 (U.S. and Canada) or 01-800-926-3000 (Mexico) INSIGNIA is a trademark of Best Buy and its affiliated companies. Distributed by Best Buy Purchasing, LLC 7601 Penn Ave South, Richfield, MN 55423 U.S.A. V1 ENGLISH ©2017 Best Buy. All rights reserved.

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