How Can I Monitor My Air Conditioner?

Power

• When the power button is pressed, a number of things happen. Depending on what settings were last used, the unit's cooling system or fan might automatically turn on, along with indicator lights. Press the "On/Off" button on the remote control or on the unit's front panel. A beep might sound, depending on the make of the unit, and air blows from the louvers. If the unit fails to turn on, confirm that the power cord is plugged into a properly functioning electrical outlet. Press the "Reset" button on the plug, wait three minutes and then turn the unit on.

Fan

• The fan function can work with the cooling element within the air conditioner to cool the room or can function on its own to circulate air through the room. Press the "Mode" button repeatedly until the indicator beside "Fan Only" lights up or "Fan" appears in the display. Put your hand up to the louver to feel the air. The air should be at room temperature and not cold. Press the fan speed button on the remote control or on the unit's front panel to cycle through the "High," "Medium" and "Low" settings. The air speed should go from fast to medium to slow, respectively.

Cool

• The cooling element works in conjunction with the fan function to cool the room. Press the "Mode" button, until the "Cool" icon lights up. Press your hand to the louvers to feel the air, which should be cool. If the air isn't cool, lower the temperature until you hear the internal compressor turn on. The compressor powers the cooling element.

Thermostat

• The thermostat allows you to designate a temperature for the air conditioner. The air conditioner then cools until the unit's sensor measures the room's temperature and decides that the set temperature has been met. At this time, the internal compressor turns off, but the fan continues to run and circulate the air within the room. When the internal sensor reads that the room temperature has risen, the compressor kicks back in and the cooling element reactivates. Press the down directional button on the remote control or on the unit's front panel to turn the thermostat down. Remain in the room during the cooling process to confirm that the room gets cold and that the compressor turns off with the fan running and then turns back on.