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Model Number A006C-12C

Portable Air Conditioner

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Contents

03 Warranty Details

04 Welcome

05 General Safety Instructions

08 Product Overview

11 Getting Started

14 Instructions

16 Other Useful Information



Portable Air Conditioner

Warranty DetailsThe product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion, solely at our option with no charge for parts and labour. The benefits conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the product that the consumer has under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and territory laws.

Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and to compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.



WelcomeCongratulations on choosing to buy a STIRLING® product.All products brought to you by STIRLING® are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 3 Year Warranty. We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.



General Safety InstructionsRead this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this type of product. We have provided many important safety statements in this manual concerning the use of this appliance. Always read and observe all safety statements. They reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to. Keep the manual in a safe place for future reference, along with the completed warranty card, purchase receipt and carton. If applicable, pass these instructions on to the next owner of the appliance.

Electrical safety and cord handling• Voltage:Before turning on the air conditioner, ensure the electrical voltage

and circuit frequency correspond to those indicated on the appliance.• Outletsocket: Make sure your electrical outlet is properly installed and

earthed.• Moisture:To reduce the risk of electrocution, never operate the appliance

with wet hands; never submerge it in water or spill liquids into it. Do not use it in a bathroom or laundry, or where it can be splashed with water.

• Powersupplycord:Do not kink or damage the cord. Do not pull the cord or place it near a heat source. Always unwind the cord completely to avoid overheating. Run the cord in such a way so that no one will trip over it.

• Extensioncord/adaptor:Do not use this appliance with an extension cord or power adaptor.

• Damage:If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

• On/offswitch: Do not use the mains plug to start and stop the unit; always use the on/off switch on the control panel to start and stop the unit.

• Whennotinuse:Switch the air conditioner off and unplug it when it is not in use, but do not unplug it when it is in operation, as this could create a spark and cause a fire.

• Disconnect:Turn off the unit first and then unplug it when it is not in use and before maintenance or cleaning. Grip by the plug, do not pull by the cord when disconnecting.

• RCD:The installation of a residual current device (safety switch) is recommended to provide additional safety protection when using electrical appliances. It is advisable that a safety switch with a rated residual operating current not exceeding 30mA be installed in the electrical circuit supplying the appliance. See your electrician for professional advice.



General Safety Instructions (Cont.)Installation• Properinstallation:Install the appliance according to the instructions

in this manual.Improper installation may result in the risk of fire, electric shock and/or injury. We assume no responsibility for any eventual damages caused by improper installation or faulty use.

• Uprightposition:Place the unit on a flat surface to reduce the risk of it tipping over. Do not tilt the unit, always keep it upright. If the unit has not been kept upright (such as during storage), wait for at least 24 hours before operation.

• Obstructions:Do not locate the air conditioner where furniture or other objects can obstruct the airflow.

• Donotcover:Do not cover the air conditioner or obstruct any air inlet or outlet grilles. Obstructing these openings causes a fire hazard, reduces the operating efficiency and may lead to malfunction or damage.

• Chemicals:Do not install the air conditioner in environments where the air could contain gas, oil or sulphur. Do not let chemical substances come into contact with the unit. Do not use the unit in the presence of flammable substances or vapour such as alcohol, insecticides, petrol etc.

• Heat: Do not install the air conditioner near sources of heat, or exposed to direct sunlight.

• Roomsize:The unit is designed for use in a room of 18-28m2 size.• Clearances:Always keep a clearance of at least 30cm from walls, furniture

and curtains.

Usage conditions and restrictions• Intendeduse:This appliance is intended for air conditioning domestic

environments. It is not suitable for commercial or industrial use. Do not use it for any other purpose (such as drying clothes, cooling food etc.), and only use it as described in this manual.

• Commonsense:These instructions are not intended to cover every possible condition and situation. As with any electrical appliance, common sense and caution are therefore always recommended when installing, operating and maintaining the unit.

• Nooutdooruse: Do not use the unit outdoors.• Usagerestriction:The appliance is not intended for use by persons

(including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.



• Children:Young children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.

• Startupsettings:Set the unit to maximum cooling and high speed ventilation for the initial startup, then adjust the unit down to a more comfortable setting as required.

• Coldairexposure:Never remain directly exposed to the flow of cold air for a long time, as direct and prolonged exposure to cold air from the air conditioner could be dangerous for your health. Take particular care in rooms where there are children, old or sick people.

• Airoutlets:Do not insert any objects, or your fingers, into the air outlet, and make sure to warn children of the dangers.

• Airflowdirection:Do not direct the airflow onto plants or animals, as long and direct exposure to cold air from the air conditioner could adversely affect them.

• Coolingefficiency: To help cooling efficiency, keep blinds and curtains closed during the sunniest part of the day. Close off any fireplace damper, floor and/or wall register so cool air does not escape through the chimney or duct work.

• Movingtheappliance:When moving the air conditioner, always turn off and disconnect the power supply, and move it slowly.

Cleaning and maintenance• Make sure the appliance is disconnected from the power supply when it

will not be used for a long time and before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance.

• Airfilter:Keep the air filter clean. Do not use the unit without the air filters fitted. Using it without air filters could cause an excessive accumulation of dust or waste on the inner parts of the device with possible subsequent failures.

• Serviceandrepair:The air conditioner has no user-serviceable parts contained inside. Do not attempt to disassemble, modify or conduct repairs on this unit. It has been built in accordance with relevant safety and performance standards. An electrical specialist must carry out all repairs. Contact our after sales support line for advice on service.

General Safety Instructions (Cont.)



Product OverviewPartslist1 Cold air outlet2 LED screen 3 Control panel4 Rear cover5 Front cover6 Castor wheels7 Air inlet grilles8 Exhaust outlet grille9 Power cord10 Condensation water drainage

outlet with stopper

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Frontview

Sideview

Rearview

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Adjustable window slider 67.5cm to 123cm

Oval hose connector

Rectangular hose connector

Flexible exhaust hose



Product Overview (Cont.)Controlpanel

Displayscreen1 Auto mode icon2 Fanspeed icon3 Cooling mode icon4 Temperature and Timer setting5 Timericon6 Temperaturescale(°C)7 Dehumidifyingmode icon

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1 Poweron/offbutton:Press to turn the unit on or off.2 Temperature+ /- buttons: Press to set the desired room

temperature. With each press of the [ + ] or [ - ] button, the temperature setting will be increased or decreased by 1°C. (These buttons can also be used to set the timer, in hours.)

3 Signalreceiver: Aim the remote control at this sensor.4 Displayscreen:See below for a detailed view.5 Fullindicatorlight: Indicates when the drip tray is full of condensation

water (see page 17 for drainage methods).6 Modebutton: Press repeatedly to select the desired mode of operation

(auto, cooling or dehumidifying).7 Fanspeedbutton: Press to choose high, middle or low speed.8 TimerOn/Offbutton: Press to set the time period (in hours) for

automatic switch-on/switch-off, or to delete the timer setting.

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Remotecontrol1 Poweron/offbutton:Press to turn the unit on or off.2 Temperature+ button: Press to set the desired room temperature.

With each press of the button, the temperature setting will be increased by 1°C. (This button can also be used to set the timer, in hours.)

3 Speedbutton: Press to choose high, middle or low fan speed. 4 Timerbutton: Press to set the time period (in hours) for automatic

switch-on/switch-off, or to delete the timer setting. 5 Temperature- button: Press to set the desired room temperature. With

each press of the button, the temperature setting will be decreased by 1°C. (This buttons can also be used to set the timer, in hours.)

6 Mode: Press repeatedly to select the desired mode of operation (auto, cooling or dehumidifying).

7 Batteryholder: Take out the holder when changing the battery. (The remote control comes with a CR2025 3V lithium button cell. To insert it, pull out the battery holder and insert the battery with the (+) marking facing upwards. Then push the holder with the battery back into the unit.)

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Product Overview (Cont.)



Unpacking•Unpack the appliance but keep the packaging materials for storing the

appliance when it is not in use. Plastic wrapping can be a suffocation hazard for babies and young children, so ensure all packaging materials are kept out of their reach.

•Unwind the cord fully and inspect it for damage. Do not use the appliance if any part is damaged. In case of damage, contact our after sales support line for advice on examination, repair or return of the damaged product.

•Read the manual to familiarise yourself with all parts and operating principles. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions on the previous pages.

Installation:thelocationWhen deciding where to install the portable air conditioner, keep the following points in mind:•The area must be flat and the air outlets must not be covered up.

•There must be a properly earthed AC 220~240V 50Hz power point nearby.•The air exhaust can be installed in a vertical or horizontal sliding window

(Fig. 1). Window installation instructions follow on the next page.•There must be a clearance of at least 30cm between the appliance and

the wall or any other obstacles (Fig. 2). Maintaining this 30cm clearance is essential; failure to keep that distance can result in the unit malfunctioning or causing injury.

NOTE:Do not install this appliance at a dry cleaner’s premises.

Electricshockhazard! Before installation or servicing, ensure the unit is switched off and

disconnected from the power outlet to prevent possible injury.

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Getting Started



Getting Started (Cont.)InstallingtheairexhaustductThe portable air conditioner window kit comes with the following parts:

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Installing the exhaust hose•Fit the rectangular exhaust hose

connector to the exhaust outlet grille at the back of the air conditioner (Fig. 3).

•Insert one end of the flexible exhaust hose into the opening and twist to fix it in place (Fig. 4).

•Extend the flexible hose. Then insert the other end of the hose into the round opening of the oval hose connector and twist to fix in place (Fig. 5).

Temporary installation•For temporary operation (in fan mode

only), lead the oval (discharge) end of the hose connector out of an open window. NOTE:Ambient air will still be able to enter the room this way. To cool the room effectively, the window kit must be properly installed.

Installing the window kitYour window kit has been designed to fit most standard ‘horizontal’ and ‘vertical’ window applications, but for certain types of windows it may be necessary for you to improvise/modify some aspects of the installation procedure.

Adjustable window slider 67.5cm to 123cm

Oval hose connector

Rectangular hose connector

Flexible exhaust hose

IMPORTANT!Keep the length of the air exhaust hose to the minimum length necessary during operation.



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Getting Started (Cont.)Horizontallyopeningwindow (Fig. 6)•Adjust the window slider to the length of a horizontally opening window. •Fit the slider to the bottom of the window.•Fit the oval exhaust hose connector through the opening to the outside.

Verticallyopeningwindow (Fig. 7)•Adjust the window slider to the height of a vertically opening window.•Fit the slider to the side of the window.•Fit the oval exhaust hose connector through the opening to the outside.

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Instructions •Before switching the unit on for the first time, make sure you have properly

installed the exhaust hose (see pages 12-13) and inserted the battery into the remote control (see page 10).

•Plug the portable air conditioner into a properly earthed 220~240V AC 50Hz mains socket and switch on power to the outlet. NOTE:Do not connect it to a multiple socket outlet that is also being used for other electrical appliances. Do not connect it to an extension cord.

•Upon connection, the unit will emit one short beep. Press the ON/OFF button and the unit will start operation.

CoolingmodeIMPORTANT:When using the portable air conditioner in cooling or auto

mode, the flexible exhaust hose must be vented through an open window to exhaust warm air from the room.

•Press the MODE button until the cooling mode icon appears. •Press the TEMP- ( ) or TEMP+ ( ) button repeatedly to set the desired

room temperature between 16°C and 31°C. •Press the FAN SPEED button to select the fan speed: high, middle or low.NOTE: For best cooling efficiency, make sure that:

* Curtains/blinds are closed if your room is directly exposed to the sun. * The air conditioner is located away from any heat source.

Dehumidifying modeIMPORTANT:For best efficiency in dehumidifying mode, make sure that

windows and doors are kept closed.•Press the MODE button until the dehumidifying mode icon appears.

•Set the temperature to the current room temperature minus 2°C (within the 16°C to 31°C range).

•Press the FAN SPEED button and select LOW fan speed.

IMPORTANT!When using functions in Cooling and Dehumidifying mode, keep an

interval of at least three minutes between each ON and OFF.



Instructions (Cont.)Auto modeIn this mode, the air conditioner will automatically decide on the most suitable mode: cooling, dehumidifying or fan, as illustrated in the table below:

Timer operationThe air conditioner has a 24 hour timer you can set to start the unit at a later time, or to switch off the unit automatically.

On-Timersetting• With the unit switched off (but power supplied), press the TIMER button

once to activate the timer: the display screen will show and “01” will be flashing.

• Press the ( ) or ( ) button repeatedly to set the number of hours after which you want the unit to start operation. For example, to start the unit in three hours, select ( 3 ).

• Press the TIMER button again to confirm the set time.• To cancel the set time, press the TIMER button a third time.

Off-TimersettingUse the same procedure as above, butwhiletheunitisswitchedon, to set an auto off time.

RoomTemperature Mode SetTemperature

23°C Fan ---

23°C — 26°C Dehumidify 23°C

26°C Cooling 25°C



Other Useful Information

Careandcleaning

Electricshockhazard! Before cleaning and servicing, ensure the unit is switched off and

disconnected from the power outlet to prevent possible injury.

If the housing surface needs cleaning, wipe it with a damp cloth, then dry with soft, dry cloth.CAUTION:Do not wash the unit directly. Do not use any solvent or alcohol-based cleaning agent on any surface. Using such harsh cleansers will scratch or damage the surface, or can even lead to deformation of the housing.

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Cleaning the air filtersIf the air filters clogs up with dust, the airflow volume will be reduced. Clean the filters once every two weeks.•Pull the air filters at the side of the air

conditioner out by the handle (Fig. 8).•Push the handles of the air filters at

the back of the air conditioner slightly upwards and then remove the air filters for cleaning (Fig. 9).

•Clean the air filters with a mild detergent in warm water (max. 40°C), rinse and let dry thoroughly in the shade before reinstallation.



Other Useful Information (Cont.)Before storageAt the end of the summer season, follow the simple steps below before disconnecting and storing the portable air conditioner.•Place a pan under the water

drainage outlet at the back and remove the stopper (Fig. 10). Any condensation water that has accumulated will drain into the pan.

•Operate the unit in fan mode for half a day to let the drainage pipe dry.

•Switch off the unit and disconnect the plug from the power supply.

•Tie the cable with a string.•Wrap the machine with a plastic bag

and keep it in a dry, cool place.

Condensation water drainage methods•Condensation water will drop into an in-built wanter tank and will be

evaporated automatically. If too much condensation water accumulates, the FULL indicator will illuminate and the water pump will switch on and spray the excess water onto the condenser. When the water level in the tank has reached a safe level again, the indicator will no longer be illuminated.

•If the water pump is damaged and/or a large quantity of condensation water accumulates that cannot be evaporated automatically, you will have to drain the water manually – see the instructions above. When the water level is back to a safe level, the FULL indicator will no longer be illuminated.

Condensation water drainage outlet with stopper

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Troubleshootingguide

Problem Possible Causes Solution

Unit does not start when pressing on/off button.

Water full indicator lamp blinks, indicating that the drip tray is full.

Drain the condensation water manually (see page 17).

Room temperature is lower than the set temperature. Reset the temperature.

Low cooling performance

Doors or windows to the room are open.

Make sure all windows and doors to the room are closed.

There are heat sources inside the room.

Remove the heat sources, if possible.

The exhaust air hose is not connected, or blocked.

Connect or clean the exhaust air hose.

The temperature setting is too high. Reset the temperature.

The air inlet is blocked. Clean the air inlet.

Noisy

The ground is not level or not flat enough.

Make sure to place the unit on a flat, level ground.

The sound comes from the refrigerant flowing inside the air conditioner.

This is normal and no cause for concern.

E0 Code Room temperature sensor failed.

Call for service to replace the room temperature sensor (the unit can also work without replacement).

E2 Code Water pump failed.

Try restarting the unit: the failure may disappear.

Call for service to replace the water pump.

Other Useful Information (Cont.)



ResponsibledisposalAt the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household rubbish. Electrical and electronic products contain substances that can have a detrimental effect on the environment and human health if disposed of inappropriately. Observe any local regulations regarding the disposal of electrical consumer goods and dispose of it appropriately for recycling and recovery of the refrigerant. Contact your local authorities for advice on recycling facilities in your area.

Other Useful Information (Cont.)Technicalspecifications

Cooling capacity: 3.5kW / 12000 BTUCooling area: 18–28m2

Timer: 24 hour timerMode of operation: Control panel with LED screen and remote controlFan speeds: 3 (low/medium/high)Cooling modes: 3 (cooling/auto/dehumidifying)Refrigerant: R410A Noise level: 52dB(A)Moisture removal: 1.5L/hTemperature range: 16-31°C (cooling mode only)Weight: 30kgWindow kit: Included (flexible exhaust hose, rectangular hose

connector, oval hose connector and window slider for horizontally or vertically opening windows, adjustable from 67.5cm to 123cm.

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