® Models RCS-M1000T RCS-M1000U PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER OPERATION MANUAL IMPORTANT NOTICE: To avoid damage and voiding your warranty, place the unit in its upright position for a minimum of two hours before operating. For best results, and more enjoyment from your new FREECOM portable air conditioning unit, please read this instruction manual carefully and save for future reference.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Features ........................................................................................................................2 Accessories ..................................................................................................................2 Owner's Record ............................................................................................................3 Important Safety Information .................................................................................
TROUBLESHOOTING Before contacting a dealer or qualified service technician, please read and check the following: PROBLEM SOLUTION Unit does not turn on. 1. Make sure city power supply is normal. 2. Check plug is correctly installed into outlet. 3. Check fuses and household breaker switches. 4. Remove electrical plug from outlet. Check electrical cord and plug for damage. 5. Check to be sure water tank is installed properly into unit. 6. Check louvers and grills for obstacles or debris. 7.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING (contd.) Cleaning Cabinet Exterior WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD: • • • • Turn off unit and unplug from wall outlet before cleaning. Never submerse the unit in water or expose to heavy moisture. Never pour water directly onto the unit. Never use brushes, brooms, harsh detergents, chemicals, solvents, gasoline, or any other abrasive materials or household items to clean the unit.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THE UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT OPEN CABINET. DANGEROUS HIGH VOLTAGE IS PRESENT. REFER SERVICING ONLY TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL. Your air conditioner contains a refrigerant which is converted from a gas to a liquid by a highly efficient compressor. It has been designed to operate in a vertical position only.
TRES IMPORTANT Pour éviter les risques d'incendie ou de choc électrique, n'exposez pas l'appareil à la pluie ou à l'humidité. En cas de panne, faites appel au service après-vente qualifié pour effectuer des réparations sur cet appareil. Votre climatiseur contient un réfrigérant qui passe d'une phase gazeuse à une phase liquide au moyen d'un compresseur. Il doit être utilisé en position verticale.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING (contd.) Cleaning Air Filters This unit has two air filters. For best results and maximum performance, clean both filters every two weeks, or as required by environmental conditions. CAUTION: Neglect or failure to regularly clean the filters will result in poor efficiency, reduced performance, possible damage to the unit, and voiding your warranty. 1. Press “POWER ON/OFF” button to stop unit if it is operating. Unplug power cord from outlet. 2.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Emptying Condensate Water Tank When the condensate water tank is full, the “FULL TANK” indicator light will flash,the unit will sound several initial warning beeps, and the unit will automatically turn off. NOTE: If emptying water tank before “full tank” alert, press “POWER ON/OFF” button to stop unit if it is operating. 1. Unplug power cord from outlet. Allow unit to remain off for 2-3 minutes. 2.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING YOUR NEW FREECOM AIR CONDITIONER. WARNING: ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD. Failure to follow the safety information below can result in severe personal injury or property damage. • • • • • • • Use this product only with the proper electrical voltage. (See “Specifications.”) DO NOT use the electrical plug to start or stop the unit.
PRODUCT PARTS A B E F C G REAR VIEW D A H E I J FRONT VIEW F L F M A. B. Control Panel Horizontal Air Louver (up and down) C. Air Outlet D. Vertical Air Louver (left to right) E. Built-in Handle F. Air Filters G. Condensate Water Tank H. Power Cord I. Plug J. Caster Wheels K. Power Cord Wrap L. Exhaust Vent and Duct Hose Opening M.
ACCESSORY INSTALLATION Exhaust Duct Kit The Exhaust Duct Kit is an accessory which, when used with the RCS-M1000 series air conditioning units, will increase cooling efficiency by directing warm air exhaust out of the room. The Exhaust Duct Kit can be used with other Freecom accessories, such as the Window Panel Vent Kit, Sliding Door Vent Kit, Ceiling Vent Kit, or Through-the-Wall Kit for maximum cooling efficiency.
OPERATION (contd.) Dehumidifying WARNING: DO NOT use Exhaust Duct Kit when operating as a dehumidifier. 1. Plug power cord into a standard household outlet. Use this product only with the proper electrical voltage. WARNING: Do not plug this appliance into an outlet that is being used by other appliances or electrical devices. When installing the electrical plug into the outlet, never touch or bend the metal prongs and always push plug into outlet by using the molded plug.
THE CONTROL PANEL 5 4 1 1. 2 3 POWER ON/OFF Easy push-button control switch to turn the unit ON and OFF 2. AIR VOLUME There are five different air volume selections: • HI • HI RHYTHM • LO • LO RHYTHM • DEHUMID. 3. TIMER Adjustable 3 hour timer can be programmed to turn off air conditioner after 1, 2, or 3 hours 4. AUTO LOUVER Choose between fixed position or oscillating (70 degrees) vertical louvers 5.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Power/Electrical Requirements Cooling Capacity Input EER RCS-M1000T RCS-M1000U 110/115 volt, 60Hz 220/240 volt, 50Hz 4000 BTU/h (1170W) 3500 BTU/h (1030W) 410W 310W 9.76 N/A BEFORE USING IMPORTANT: Remove unit from packaging and discard clear, plastic wrapping. Place unit in its upright position for a minimum of two hours before operating for the first time. 1. Place unit on a solid, level surface.
OPERATION CAUTION: To avoid damage and voiding your warranty, place unit in its upright position for a minimum of two hours before operating. DO NOT operate unit without condensate water tank and air filters properly in place. Cooling This unit is intended to cool a 100-120 s.f. area. The unit’s cooling capacity will vary according to room temperature and humidity. Consult your Freecom dealer for specific application and suitability. 1. Plug power cord into a standard household outlet.