Whirlpool - 550.0 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner - White

Name: Whirlpool - 550.0 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner - White
Brand: Whirlpool
SKU: 6132629
Rating: 3.8 (9 reviews)

Model: WHAP142AW

SKU: 6132629

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Key Specs
- Recommended Room Size: 550 square feet (The recommended area size in which the product is designed to operate and produce optimal results, such as the desired heating or cooling. Generally, running a unit too big or too small for the space will result in ineffective operation and wasted energy.)
- DOE SACC Cooling Power: 8800 british thermal units (The Seasonally Adjusted Cooling Capacity (SACC), implemented by the Department of Energy (DOE) after 2017, is a rating of a portable AC unit's cooling power. This rating is based on revised testing that more accurately measures a portable unit's performance, taking into account that these units do not vent heat in the same way as wall or window units and therefore were not cooling as effectively as the previous BTU ratings indicated (based on the ASHRAE-128 standard prior to 2017). Generally, the new cooling power ratings are lower than previous BTU ratings and can more reasonably be compared to the cooling capacities of other types of AC units.)
- ASHRAE Cooling Power: 14000 british thermal units (The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) rates the cooling power, or capacity, of portable AC units based on their effectiveness in cooling a single room as intended. Prior to 2017, this was the accepted standard used for comparison with other types of AC units. However, it did not accurately reflect the cooling power as it did not account for the heat emitted from the unit that would circulate back into the space. The Department of Energy (DOE) Seasonally Adjusted Cooling Capacity (SACC) standard is now used to determine appropriate BTU ratings of portable AC units.)
- Number of Cool Settings: 3
- Number of Fan Speeds: 2
- Airflow Rate: 250 cubic feet per minute
- Remote Control: true
- Integrated Heater: false
- Sleep Mode: true (Enabling this mode sets the unit to first reach the desired temperature, then gradually increase the temperature over a period of time until it reaches a new set temperature, typically several degrees higher than the initial cool setting. This mode helps save energy while keeping the room comfortable.)
- Timer: true
- Auto Shut-Off: true (Feature automatically turns off the product.)
- Window Venting Kit: true (Indicates whether supplies for venting the unit through a window are included.)
- Energy Efficiency Ratio: 8.9 (The ratio of output BTUs (British Thermal Units) to input electrical energy (watts) at a given operating point. Generally, the higher the number, the more efficient the unit. Though higher efficiency units are typically more expensive upfront, they may offset the price in energy costs over time.)
- Wireless Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
- Air Conditioner Type: Portable
- Hose Configuration: Dual (Generally, dual hose configurations are more efficient and better suited for cooling larger areas. Single hose configurations typically consume less energy and are best for cooling smaller spaces.)
General
- Brand: Whirlpool
- Model Number: WHAP142AW
- Product Name: 550.0 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner
- Color: White
- Air Conditioner Type: Portable
- Hose Configuration: Dual (Generally, dual hose configurations are more efficient and better suited for cooling larger areas. Single hose configurations typically consume less energy and are best for cooling smaller spaces.)
Dimensions
- Product Height: 28.35 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 17.52 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 14.76 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 68.34 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
BTU Rating
- Recommended Room Size: 550 square feet (The recommended area size in which the product is designed to operate and produce optimal results, such as the desired heating or cooling. Generally, running a unit too big or too small for the space will result in ineffective operation and wasted energy.)
- DOE SACC Cooling Power: 8800 british thermal units (The Seasonally Adjusted Cooling Capacity (SACC), implemented by the Department of Energy (DOE) after 2017, is a rating of a portable AC unit's cooling power. This rating is based on revised testing that more accurately measures a portable unit's performance, taking into account that these units do not vent heat in the same way as wall or window units and therefore were not cooling as effectively as the previous BTU ratings indicated (based on the ASHRAE-128 standard prior to 2017). Generally, the new cooling power ratings are lower than previous BTU ratings and can more reasonably be compared to the cooling capacities of other types of AC units.)
- ASHRAE Cooling Power: 14000 british thermal units (The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) rates the cooling power, or capacity, of portable AC units based on their effectiveness in cooling a single room as intended. Prior to 2017, this was the accepted standard used for comparison with other types of AC units. However, it did not accurately reflect the cooling power as it did not account for the heat emitted from the unit that would circulate back into the space. The Department of Energy (DOE) Seasonally Adjusted Cooling Capacity (SACC) standard is now used to determine appropriate BTU ratings of portable AC units.)
Features
- Number of Cool Settings: 3
- Number of Fan Speeds: 2
- Airflow Rate: 250 cubic feet per minute
- Air Discharge: Front
- Air Direction/Circulation: Other
- Remote Control: true
- Integrated Heater: false
- Sleep Mode: true (Enabling this mode sets the unit to first reach the desired temperature, then gradually increase the temperature over a period of time until it reaches a new set temperature, typically several degrees higher than the initial cool setting. This mode helps save energy while keeping the room comfortable.)
- Timer: true
- Auto Shut-Off: true (Feature automatically turns off the product.)
- Window Venting Kit: true (Indicates whether supplies for venting the unit through a window are included.)
Power
- Energy Efficiency Ratio: 8.9 (The ratio of output BTUs (British Thermal Units) to input electrical energy (watts) at a given operating point. Generally, the higher the number, the more efficient the unit. Though higher efficiency units are typically more expensive upfront, they may offset the price in energy costs over time.)
- Voltage Requirement: 115
- Amperage: 12 amperes (Strength of electrical current.)
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ENERGY STAR Certified: false (Devices carrying the ENERGY STAR service mark, such as computer products and peripherals, kitchen appliances, and other products, generally use 20% to 30% less energy than required by federal standards.)
Compatibility
- Wireless Connectivity: None (The manner in which a device sends data to another device over a short distance without the use of wires or cables.)
Other
- UPC: 013964880694

Enjoy cool air where you need it with this 14,000 BTU Whirlpool portable air conditioner. Its electronic controls let you choose the fan speed, while the casters facilitate moving the unit and setting it up with the included window exhaust kit. Cool a room of up to 550 sq. ft. with this handy Whirlpool portable air conditioner.

Up to 550 sq. ft. cooling capacity: Allows you to keep a medium-sized room cool.
14,000 BTUs of cooling power: Help keep your space at a comfortable temperature.
Full bucket indicator with auto shut-off: Helps keep your home safe.
24-hour timer: For preset operation and reduced energy consumption.
3 fan-only speeds: Help you ensure air circulation.
Electronic controls: Make operation simple. A remote lets you control the unit from a distance.
Mobile design: Offers easy portability.

Whats Included

Whirlpool WHAP142AW
Remote control
Window exhaust kit, remote control, AAA battery (2x)

Product Manuals

Q: Does this product come in black???

A: According to the manufacturer it only comes in white.

Q: Also what does the window kit look like? I'm assuming I'll have two hoses venting from the window and will the kit fit into a horizontal window frame?

A: The vent kit is about 4 in wide and about 2 ft extendable to 3 ft long give or take you can use it in vertical or horizontal windows see photo below of screenshot saved from YouTube video.

Q: We live in a smaller apartment that has boiler heat and it is always hot. Even if the unit would be vented outside could I use this air conditioner in the cooler months too? Is there a certain temperature that would be too cold for the unit to work?

A: I mean yeah your question is two years old but I pretty much do the same thing my other half likes to keep it 78 degrees in the house into winter time I use mine in my office to keep it cooler I prefer it around 70 degrees.

Customers are saying

Customers commend the 550.0 Sq. Ft. Portable Air Conditioner for its effective cooling capabilities. Customers mentioned that the unit is capable of cooling a large space efficiently.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works for cooling rooms half of whats rated.
Great portable air unit it works great at cooling my bedroom and his and hers master bathroom. I learned from past mistakes that they over rate the BTU ratings on these things it cools closer to the DOE cooling power of 8800 BTU and will not cool the speced 550sqft so I sized accordingly and also bought an insulation sleeve for the exhaust vents. My master bath and bedroom combined is about 360sqft and it cools them just fine. For the reviewers who says it wouldn't cool their room it is obviously too small for that room even if the room is less than 550 square feet you always oversize with window or portable air units by at least 3000 BTU so if the space you are trying to cool is close to the rated 550 sqft this unit will run continuously go by the DOE BTU's not the ASHRIE BTU's and you'll have no problem with cooling the space.
Posted 4 years ago by BradW
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
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purchased this unit do to the dual hose configuration as well as btu output. When I recieved the unit the shipping box was intact. I opened it up to find that the two halfs of the clam shell casing on the unit itself where not assembled correctly and overlapping the opposite direction. Screws had to be removed to fix the issue. The second issue is the unit itself was covered in black scuff marks. They were goo like. took a few hours to clean whatever it was off. The 3rd issue is the front lower portion of the unit was scuffed and scratched up. The 4th issue is the elbows that attach to the unit itself and then to the hoses were cracked and split down a mold seam. This did not occur during shipping and was clearly a quality control issue at the factory. The icing on the cake is that whirlpool sub contracts the manufacturing of these units out to a 3rd party. I called them immidately after opening the box 3 plus weeks ago and to this day no phone call back. The service of this company is rock bottom crap and I've recieved zero support. Had I known this I would have went with another manufacturer. The unit itself cools a large space well but i'm left with damaged goods that I can't get corrected. I'll never buy a whirlpool A/C unit again. Poor quality control and no support for this product when you have an issue. Do not buy this product.
Posted 7 years ago by Danny
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Portable AC Unit
Bought this unit to get me thru the next 6 months until I can replace the 15 year old central air unit for my home. It is rated for 550 Sq. Ft. but has been keeping the entire living room, kitchen and dinning room cool (about 850 Sq. Ft.) I have no complaints at all. Does a great job at keeping everyone cool.
Posted 5 years ago by Scottbuckeye1