Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionWhat is the cooling capacity of this Whynter air conditioner?

• A:Answer This unit has a cooling capacity of 14,000 BTU (ASHRAE) / 12,000 BTU (SACC).

Q: QuestionDoes this Whynter air conditioner have a sleep mode?

• A:Answer The specifications indicate that this air conditioner does not have a sleep mode.

Q: QuestionWhat is the maximum noise level of this portable air conditioner?

• A:Answer The maximum noise level is 56.5 decibels adjusted.

Q: QuestionWhat is the hose configuration for this air conditioner?

• A:Answer This unit uses a dual hose configuration.

Q: QuestionDoes this air conditioner have a timer function?

• A:Answer Yes, it has a 24-hour timer function.

Q: QuestionWhen the tank is full, how do I drain it? I heard from a review that I need a floor drain or to take the entire unit to a sink.

Asked 3 years ago by sofieg15.

• A:Answer The air conditioner uses the patented auto drain or self-evaporative technology which exhausts condensation automatically in most environments. Please note that if the humidity is very high, the auto drain function will still exhaust the majority of the moisture. The remaining moisture will be collected in the water tank at the base of the air conditioner and continue to self-evaporate until the tank becomes full and requires manual drainage.
  If continuous drainage is necessary, the included hose can be installed to the upper drain port for continuous gravity drainage. When continuous drainage is set up, the collected moisture will be drained through the hose and not drain down into the water tank and will not self-evaporate.
  The air conditioner operates more efficiently without continuous drainage set up as the self-evaporative system recirculates the moisture collected in the tank over the internal condenser coils which help create cooler air.
  If you have additional questions, our Customer Support Team is available Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST at 1-866-WHYNTER (1-866-949-6837) and at [email protected].

  Answered 3 years ago by Whynter Customer Service

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Q: QuestionAccording to the pictures, that hose is suitable only for the vertical sliding window and will not work with the horizontal. Is it correct?

Asked 3 years ago by GEVSea.

• A:Answer The window kit is designed for vertical and horizontally sliding windows.
  
  If you have additional questions, our Customer Support Team is available Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST at 1-866-WHYNTER (1-866-949-6837) and at [email protected].

  Answered 3 years ago by Whynter Customer Service

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Q: QuestionWhat is the normal runtime before the bucket is full? I ask because I just purchased this, and installed yesterday and I have already had to drain it twice. 1 last nite and 1 today. Not even a full day of operation and it fill's up too fast

Asked 3 years ago by Shadoku.

• A:Answer I have never had to empty mine. I am using to cool down an large room about 600 sf and it is never running for more than 3 hours at a time.

  Answered 3 years ago by Anonymous

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Q: QuestionWhat are the maximum powers of these Whynter units: 1) ARC 1230WN 2) ARC 14SH What type rating surge protector matches them?

Asked 3 years ago by Faroutlets.

• A:Answer ARC-1230WN - 1293W / 11.9A
  ARC-14SH - 1300 W / 11.6 A
  If using a surge protector, it should be rated for the maximum power of the unit.
  If you have additional questions, our Customer Support Team is available Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST at 1-866-WHYNTER (1-866-949-6837) and at [email protected].

  Answered 3 years ago by Whynter Customer Service

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Q: QuestionHow does manual draining work if the tank is full and continuous draining is not set up? Do you need a floor drain or to take the entire unit to a sink, or can you take the tank out?

Asked 3 years ago by sofieg15.

• A:Answer I only use continuous. The upper port is high enough you could drain into a 5 gallon bucket. Just don’t forget to empty.

  Answered 3 years ago by TscNYVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionDoes the exhaust hose get hot and disburse heat into the room. Does it need an insulated wrap?

Asked 7 months ago by Pauly.

• A:Answer The exhaust hose naturally gets hot because it’s expelling warm air outside. To help prevent that heat from seeping back into the room, we recommend wrapping the hose with an insulation cover. Please contact our Customer Support Team, available Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST at 1-866-WHYNTER (1-866-949-6837) and at [email protected] if you have additional feedback or questions, we can assist you with. We are here to provide support and ensure you will be satisfied with your Whynter product.

  Answered 7 months ago by Whynter Customer Service

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Q: QuestionWould like to attach a garden hose to upper drain port with a valve so I can open drain when in "DRY" mode. Tried garden hose but it doesn't work. Tried an NPT adapter but no go. So, what is the thread? Metric? Thanks

Asked 9 months ago by OhGp.

• A:Answer The clear drain hose for gravity draining is 5/8" OD or 16 mm, 19 7/8" length. Please contact our Customer Support Team, available Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST at 1-866-WHYNTER (1-866-949-6837) and at [email protected] if you have additional feedback or questions, we can assist you with. We are here to provide support and ensure you will be satisfied with your Whynter product.

  Answered 7 months ago by Whynter Customer Service

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Q: QuestionWhat does NEX inverter mean?

Asked 11 months ago by tom.

• A:Answer This model uses the next-generation inverter technology, currently only being used in high-efficiency ductless mini-split air conditioners. It works by using a variable-speed system that allows for optimized efficiency and power consumption while maintaining a specified output. Please contact our Customer Support Team, available Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST at 1-866-WHYNTER (1-866-949-6837) and at [email protected] if you have additional feedback or questions we can assist you with. We are here to provide support and ensure you will be satisfied with your Whynter product.

  Answered 11 months ago by Whynter Customer Service

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Q: QuestionMy window width is only 19.5 inches. I read the minimum length/width is 26". Is there a way to adjust the width so that it will fit?

Asked 1 year ago by ACbuyer.

• A:Answer My ARC-1230WNH came with two sliding panels for either a horizontal or vertical installation. The primary panel with the cutout for the dual hose assembly is 18.5 inches. And according the owners manual, this panel can be used by itself to install the air conditioner hose assembly. I would also estimate that 2 or 3 inches could be removed from that panel if necessary in a hung window installation.

  Answered 1 year ago by DDawg29210Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs this unit energy start certified?

Asked 1 year ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer See attached photo for CEER rating.

  Answered 1 year ago by DDawg29210Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionCan I attach a drain hose in order to avoid having to manually drain the unit?

Asked 1 year ago by M.

• A:Answer Optionally, you can set up a continuous drain into a floor drain, bucket, etc.. Or you can terminate the drain in a condensate pump that will automatically pump the water to the outside of the window.

  Answered 1 year ago by DDawg29210Verified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs there a remote control included with this unit?

Asked 1 year ago by Duke.

• A:Answer Yes, a remote with batteries is included.

  Answered 1 year ago by DeniseJVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionIs this unit also a heater?

Asked 2 years ago by Dan.

• A:Answer No, this is only an AC. There is a heater/cooler version that looks similar but the stock number/item number ends with H to denote that (ARC-1230WNH instead of 1230WN).

  Answered 1 year ago by DeniseJVerified Purchase

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Q: QuestionWhat's the maximum length of the hose?

Asked 2 years ago by Anonymous.

• A:Answer Extendable hose-in hose set: Length up to 47″
  If you have additional questions, our Customer Support Team is available Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM PST at 1-866-WHYNTER (1-866-949-6837) and at [email protected].

  Answered 2 years ago by Whynter Customer Service

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