I do not know who did the Filming and Editing (dual screens) but this is the BEST tutorial I have ever seen... and with the Voice Over... WOW Getting 3 different things at once... Fantastic Video... "Bravo" ...
I couldn’t figure out how to do the window thing and this is the only video I have found that explains step by step how to install that part. Thank you, its a big help!
I wanna be clear on something because there seems to be a lot of confusion 90% of the people that buy these are annoyed because it says it doesn’t cool the whole house but no conditioner ever made was made to cool down a whole house that’s not what it’s for if you want something like that u need to buy central air conditioner
I bought one just to help out my central AC unit because where I live the summers are mostly 98 Degrees and my landlord is too cheap to buy a better Central AC system. So on a hot day if I don't have anything to help out the AC unit it would literally just run constantly. And my utility bill jumps $100 on those months.
This video is really helpful in showing what is involved with P/ACs and 'how to'. My home's old central air has just bit the dust; don't want to pay thousands to replace it for the few really hot weeks in southern Ontario so this may just be the answer.
I just purchased the 10,000 BTU unit and I am very pleased so far. I have it in my bedroom. I would say almost immediately I felt a difference in my room, but it took about a hour or so before my room was cold 🥶. I had the temperature set on 71. I saw many videos before purchasing the unit. I didn't come across your video until afterwards. I must say it was very detailed 👌. I will consider the larger unit for my garage. I almost forgot the unit is very quiet so it won't interfere with your sleep 😴.
Thank you for having what appears to be the only legit review on youtube. I drove 50 miles north to go to a home depot that said they had the basic toshiba 8k BTU portable AC, to find out they didnt have any, and no home depot in all of california had an AC unit (cant blame them for not keeping it in stock) And decided to bite the bullet and wait a week for this unit to ship from amazon. I got the 10k BTU model and I'm aware of the downsides of a portable unit vs a window unit, but due to my windows I can't install a window unit for my situation, but it only needs to cool and dry the air of a 90 square foot room so I'm hopeful the negative pressure won't be too much of an issue, or the noise for that matter.
It's pretty nice, isn't it? I really appreciate mine and think it works well! I just wish I could get the hose off the back without losing skin on my hands!
@@Tysport11 still got the unit, I made a custom dowel rod to jam my horizontally sliding window into the fixture that the hose attaches to, it's pretty snug and I installed the foam on both sides so it compresses and makes a seal well. my house is also pretty old so I got some silicon tape and flap tape to cover my window and door way, and just seal off the room as much as a I can so it's super insulated. that being said, this unit continues to impress me how well it cools my small little room. with the hose running as short as it can be, and with the room sealed, it maintains a very cool and non humid environment for a few hours after word of running the unit for say 1 hour. performance wise I'd say it's the same as when I got it and I run the compressor alot. I just made sure to empty it and clean the filters before storing and it's held up much longer than I anticipated for the price. I was expecting to have to try and get my money back from the warranty a year after I bought it but it's just been good reliable on command cooling. I'd recommend it.
Thank you!! I came home and it wasn’t blowing and I tried everything but by watching your video, I pulled the drain to let the water out and it started working again. ❤😊
We ended up using an old black knee high stocking on the window vent. We had a pair of doves spend a week building and rebuilding nests in the hose!!! I got sick of digging sticks out and hearing the scratching around. We put the nylon on the vent and they left it and us alone! It didn't melt the nylon either.
Thank you for this video! Black & Decker's instructions were sadly lacking when it came to the window slide kit. We appreciated the suggestion to apply the adhesive foam tape to the slide plate assembly rather than to our window sash. That stuff is nasty and it was much easier working with it away from the window. In the winter months when we most likely will remove the slide plate there won't be any tape residue to interfere with the window's operation. You made our project so much easier!
I wish I had watched your video before installing mine. I put the tape on the bottom window pane, found your video and did the rest of the tape around the edges like you did it. The only issue I have with this is that the window vent part doesn't always stay set in the window or sealed all the time. Sometimes one end tips forward or shows daylight.
This Portable AC helps me a lot in my space, saving my energies, time and effot. I know there are compromises especially the electric bills since this is not an inverter, but surely does its job for me. Hope they make an inverter version one day.
I am thinking this would fit into our small popup camper perfectly. The idea it only requires a small opening for the exaust is what makes me think it would work great. Mabe even replacing the original furnace. I have a hard time wanting to replace my furnace but know that those small units can really work great. My daughter had one for college and eventually gave it to us. We sold it after installing a windo A/c unit. It can be moved too, thats always a plus.
I bought the 5,000 BTU one from Costco, and the solid part with the hole in it is completely different. I'm blind in one eye now, and can't read the teeny tiny instructions. Though your video was VERY informative, I'm about ready to throw this thing out of a window (ironic, since I did not want to put an A/C in the window).
@@angelashook7112 yes, it absolutely does… I live on the top floor (3rd) apartment and it was 88 degrees over the weekend both outside and inside my apartment on Saturday. Turned the AC on and within 45 mins it was down to 74 degrees (which is the temp I set it on, it definitely can get lower). The room I am cooling is actually closer to 600 square feet too. It’s definitely worth every penny. If you have any other questions just let me know.
@@MynameisMikeee hey, do you think this would cool down the bedroom if set up in the living room of an apartment with the doors open!? I already bought mine but saw some reviews saying it wouldn't even cool down a 200 sq foot room!
Ours used to be awesome but now it seems to full with water and the fan makes a splashing noise. It doesn’t seem to self evaporate like it used to. Maybe it’s freezing up?🤷🏻♂️ once you let it sit it will drain the water but fills up very fast.
I just got a Whirlpool brand portable air conditioner. Not to sound dumb but do you need to have it running out of your window? I was hoping to replace the window unit we have at work. Our office is in a pretty secluded area and I worry about security.
Thank you for this video. I purchased the 14000 BTU, it is huge. The instructions that comes with the unit is lacking in my opinion. Your video provided a good explanation and showed me how to setup my unit properly. I would not have been able to set it up without your helpful video. I tested the a/c unit for 20 minutes and I could already feel the difference on the opposite end of my room. So I can tell it's powerful. I had to use duct tape on both ends to get the hose to stay in the connections. I wish they made those connections better. Also, I had some trouble with connecting the outlet exhaust to the window panel. I eventually had to take the window panel back out and force the exhaust outlet through the hole. Your exhaust outlet looks a lot easier to deal with and seems to snap into place. The outlet I had is different than what's in your video (2:11). Mine doesn't snap in place, I had to force it in. Also, I didn't get a hose to drain the water so I hope I won't need one.
I found another video where is the installation instructions there a little more detail then I follow them and I like it a lot I’m not sure about draining it though any tips on that would be awesome
Are there specific adapters for the drains? My bottom drain (@3:04) does not have the grey part sticking out that a hose is supposed to go around in. Also, there seems to be two attachments in the condenser plus whatever that thing is above the power cable @3:14. I was given my unit and I think my father lost some parts so I am trying to find them online.
I don't know about anyone else, but mine came with these 6 metal screws that you can use to keep those window slides together instead of that janky plastic screw. Way better. Also this thing is indeed heavy and quite loud. But I have mine in my living room so the noise doesn't bother me and it still cools my bedroom.
What is the watt outage use? I could use this to connect to my solar generator. Also my nephew is buying a makeshift van RV type. He is planning to work while moving around US. This might be good for him on the move.
Nice video. I just read a Forbes article about the best portable Air Conditioning units, and the B&D 10,000 BTU unit was the best for small rooms. I see yours is 40% larger, but I was curious about the whole window exhaust aspect, and now I can see how it would be taken care of. I appreciate your use of the foam and tape, keeping it flush, and showing the adjustable width. I bought a house in Indiana last fall, so this is the first summer I've experienced, and the A/C is a 30-year old non-functioning unit. I don't have the money for a new AC now, so this looks like it'd be a fantastic option in the meantime for the bedroom. Thanks for the review and demonstration!
The water helps your unit work for efficient people think that they're supposed to drain it you're not, now unless it's specifically says that you have to drain it but like the one I have it lets me know when it's time to drain it if I do need to drain it and it works because it runs over your condenser coils cooling the incoming air does helping your unit work more efficient
@@Kyle-rp9fi I guess it depends on the unit though the one I had what I watched on UA-cam the water helps to make it work more efficient it cools the incoming air
We were thinking about putting this in our large 9x13 tent. We camp a lot in Florida but during the summertime it's gets a bit hot. Our tent has vent flaps at the bottom I was thinking about buying a flange or fitting w magnets to we don't have to cut into to mesh of the vent. Is exhaust wouldn't be hot enough to melt the tent material would it? How loud is it in a real world situation. Thanks!!
I have an old unit (13 yrs) that just died. I put the humidity hose thru the exhaust hose to drain outside therefore eliminating the drip pan on my floor
If I spread the window cover large enough to fit snuggly in my window, then how do I take it off and put it back on? Cuz my window seals have a lip only a shorter item can go in and out. This thing is not spring loaded to be squeezed in and let go of to expand back to the size of my window:(
They actually heat the room more than it cools. That exhaust heats up a lot and the ac unit itself has a hard time cooling the room. I am so disappointed that we bought a portable. Waste of money.
@@lumbeeman01 I don't have the B&D, I have an Emerson, but have been told by other users that they have the same problem. They are very heavy on energy as well. I would not recommend one ever. I really thought it was going to help.
Help! When I increase the temperature by a couple of degrees the compressor shuts off, like I would expect. But then it continues blowing 'warm' air! How it I get it to stop, without powering it down completely???
The plastic exhaust hoses REALLY heat up and radiate heat back into the room. I found a sleeve that goes over the exhaust hose and blocks pretty much all of the radiating heat. It's called a COOL AIDE and is available online. I wouldn't do without one!!
Two years later. Would you say it was a solid investment or did you waste money? I just got the exact model two days ago. Installed it yesterday. Ran the AC for a few hours and it seemed pretty stout. Only thing is, we are about 10 days out from me really needing to turn on the AC. I have central air. The unit is too small for the living space. The air flow it provides is a joke. I made complaint a few years ago with the previous owner. He sent his tech out and I was told it is what it is. Well given the cost of the actual rent I sucked it up and have been dealing with it. It's a good neighborhood. Low crime rate, etc. When the temperature reaches 90F outside, the Central air just runs and the inside temperature still rises. Electric bill gets stupid. I am hoping this unit that claims 700sq ft coverage will keep the 480sq ft space I spend all of my time more tolerable. I am trying to mitigate the use of the central air. I would have opted for a window unit but it would require me to mount a bracket to the structure which violates the lease. Thanks.
I wouldn’t say it was a waste of money, I wouldn’t buy another one. The reason is that it takes up too much room. Although a window air conditioner is a pain to put in the window and take out each year once within the space is minimal. I also feel that even though it cools just fine it seems like it is not as efficient because the hot side is inside the house. Hope this helps👍
I've had both and I really prefer a window unit. Uses way less energy and work as good if not better in my opinion. But im sure mileage will vary. I live in ky where its really humid and hot in summer
Does anyone know the exhaust hose diameter? Im trying to find out if it uses a 5 or 5.9 hose. Purchased one of these and trying to get everything i need before it arrives! Need to extend it out a little.
Nice review. Apparently the fan speed adjustments are not functional until the set temperature is reached. Once the temp is reached you can lower the fan speed.
@@rockeruss555 10x10x8 same as my room. 8000 or 6000 work well. I had a 8000 until it quit one day. Found a dirt cheap 6000 AC and been using it since.
Io ho comprato uno da 9000 x un soggiorno di 25 mq ho collegato il tubo di scarico del condizionatore portatile al tubo del camino della stufa la stufa l'ho scollegata da tubo esce di 80 cm dol soggiorno e va fuori nella canna fumaria di acciaio li appena fuori dal muro ho un tie x ispezione con tappo sotto posso aprire il tappo della tie cosi l'aria calda esce come aver fatto un foro nel muro altrimenti volendo rimetto il tappo e l'aria va fuori da sopra il tetto la canna fumaria si alza di 3,5 mentre poi sbuca nel tetto x la condensa ho un tubicino nel retro del condizionatore e ho messo una tanica da litri 5 cosi ho risolto tutto senza avere finestre oppure porte aperte o forare vetri x adesso raffreda molto bene in più ho coimentato il tubo in casa del condizionatore e il metro di tubo che poi esce dal muro con della lana di roccia cosi in casa il tubo del condizionatore scalda meno 😂😂😂
I received my 14000 btu portable ac/heater unit yesterday. I purchased this because even though my house has an ac unit with gas heat, the duct work (as I found out) is old and needs to be replaced but it's too expensive. The portable unit was pretty easy to assemble but there's an issue. It will shut itself off when the water reservoir in the unit fills up. It takes about 15-20 minutes for it to fill up. I'm using the heat mode. I get the error code: Ft and it flashes until I empty the water. This is ridiculous. I have a shallow pan to drain the water in but it fills up quickly and easy to spill on the floor. I can't imagine using this unit every day and having to empty water every 15 minutes. If anyone has a solution please let me know. The top drain is for humidity and the clear hose is used for this. It's the bottom drain plug that drains the reservoir of the unit. No water comes out of the top drain and it's raining here now. Water should be draining out. I might have to return this unit for a window unit.
I just got my unit yesterday. I got it all hooked up and it cools fine. But after only twenty minutes, there was water all over the floor that I had to sop up with a towel. I made sure the drainage plug is tightly on. No water is dripping from there. I turned the unit off, cleaned the floor, and let the unit sit. I then turned it on again and put dry towel down all around the unit on the floor. I went to sleep. Four hours later I woke up to soaking wet towels again. My unit did not come with any clear hose. There is no condensation at the top of the unit. The water is coming from somewhere underneath the unit. Does anyone else have this problem? I’m so disappointed. I lugged this thing up two flights of stairs by myself and it wasn’t easy for me. I don’t want a leaking unit in my room and have to constantly replace towels. It was only on for twenty minutes, so the tank couldn’t have gotten full that fast. Ant suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
@@OscarLachapel hi there! Thanks for responding. I found out what was wrong. When the unit was delivered, the bottom styrofoam packing was smashed and broken. But the unit looked fine. After it leaked I went and closely inspected the packing and found lots of broken plastic pieces embedded in the styrofoam. It seems that someone dropped the box and it slammed to the ground and broke the underside of the unit. The water tank is all cracked and broken. I called Amazon, they are going to replace it.
This was the best review I've seen of anything. Side by side video, less than 5 minutes, straight to the point. Thank you friend.
I do not know who did the Filming and Editing (dual screens) but this is the BEST tutorial I have ever seen... and with the Voice Over... WOW
Getting 3 different things at once...
Fantastic Video... "Bravo" ...
I couldn’t figure out how to do the window thing and this is the only video I have found that explains step by step how to install that part. Thank you, its a big help!
Hey did you have much trouble installing after watching? Does it work well? I'm thinking about getting one in my room. Lmk thanks!
@@1hinita yes it works really well. I definitely recommend getting it. It was pretty easy to install and I am in no way “handy” lol
I bought the same model and just installed it today before a new heatwave and I'm so glad to have your video as reference! Thank you!!!
How does it work bro is it good?
NipTheBarber works great for me!!!!
What is the size of your room and its 1 ton or 0. 75ton
I wanna be clear on something because there seems to be a lot of confusion 90% of the people that buy these are annoyed because it says it doesn’t cool the whole house but no conditioner ever made was made to cool down a whole house that’s not what it’s for if you want something like that u need to buy central air conditioner
I bought one just to help out my central AC unit because where I live the summers are mostly 98 Degrees and my landlord is too cheap to buy a better Central AC system. So on a hot day if I don't have anything to help out the AC unit it would literally just run constantly. And my utility bill jumps $100 on those months.
I purchased one to cool only 400 cubic feet… that’s a medium size CLOSIT! It doesn’t do the job. I threw it in the dumpster.
This video is really helpful in showing what is involved with P/ACs and 'how to'. My home's old central air has just bit the dust; don't want to pay thousands to replace it for the few really hot weeks in southern Ontario so this may just be the answer.
I just purchased the 10,000 BTU unit and I am very pleased so far. I have it in my bedroom. I would say almost immediately I felt a difference in my room, but it took about a hour or so before my room was cold 🥶. I had the temperature set on 71. I saw many videos before purchasing the unit. I didn't come across your video until afterwards. I must say it was very detailed 👌. I will consider the larger unit for my garage. I almost forgot the unit is very quiet so it won't interfere with your sleep 😴.
Thank you .i was considering 10,000
Thank you for having what appears to be the only legit review on youtube.
I drove 50 miles north to go to a home depot that said they had the basic toshiba 8k BTU portable AC, to find out they didnt have any, and no home depot in all of california had an AC unit (cant blame them for not keeping it in stock) And decided to bite the bullet and wait a week for this unit to ship from amazon. I got the 10k BTU model and I'm aware of the downsides of a portable unit vs a window unit, but due to my windows I can't install a window unit for my situation, but it only needs to cool and dry the air of a 90 square foot room so I'm hopeful the negative pressure won't be too much of an issue, or the noise for that matter.
It's pretty nice, isn't it? I really appreciate mine and think it works well! I just wish I could get the hose off the back without losing skin on my hands!
How’s it working
@@Tysport11 still got the unit, I made a custom dowel rod to jam my horizontally sliding window into the fixture that the hose attaches to, it's pretty snug and I installed the foam on both sides so it compresses and makes a seal well. my house is also pretty old so I got some silicon tape and flap tape to cover my window and door way, and just seal off the room as much as a I can so it's super insulated.
that being said, this unit continues to impress me how well it cools my small little room. with the hose running as short as it can be, and with the room sealed, it maintains a very cool and non humid environment for a few hours after word of running the unit for say 1 hour. performance wise I'd say it's the same as when I got it and I run the compressor alot. I just made sure to empty it and clean the filters before storing and it's held up much longer than I anticipated for the price. I was expecting to have to try and get my money back from the warranty a year after I bought it but it's just been good reliable on command cooling. I'd recommend it.
Thank you!! I came home and it wasn’t blowing and I tried everything but by watching your video, I pulled the drain to let the water out and it started working again. ❤😊
We ended up using an old black knee high stocking on the window vent. We had a pair of doves spend a week building and rebuilding nests in the hose!!! I got sick of digging sticks out and hearing the scratching around. We put the nylon on the vent and they left it and us alone! It didn't melt the nylon either.
Your video was exactly what I was looking for and straight to the point. Thank you!
Great video. The explanation of window kit installation is great, much better than everywhere else, including manufacturer's video.
I found this very helpful. Thank you for taking the time to make this video, I really appreciate it
Thank you for this video! Black & Decker's instructions were sadly lacking when it came to the window slide kit. We appreciated the suggestion to apply the adhesive foam tape to the slide plate assembly rather than to our window sash. That stuff is nasty and it was much easier working with it away from the window. In the winter months when we most likely will remove the slide plate there won't be any tape residue to interfere with the window's operation. You made our project so much easier!
Does the tape come inside the box or do you have to buy it separately?
@@sarasherry5586 The foam tape was included with the unit.
@@jennifersims9152 Wonderful, thank you so much😊
Yeah those instructions suck
@@jennifersims9152 does the portable ac keep the room really cold
Thank you for taking your time to do this video and explain the set up. Very much appreciated and definitely helpful!
I wish I had watched your video before installing mine. I put the tape on the bottom window pane, found your video and did the rest of the tape around the edges like you did it. The only issue I have with this is that the window vent part doesn't always stay set in the window or sealed all the time. Sometimes one end tips forward or shows daylight.
That was so satisfying by putting the sticky adhesive on and fitting it perfectly in the window.
This Portable AC helps me a lot in my space, saving my energies, time and effot. I know there are compromises especially the electric bills since this is not an inverter, but surely does its job for me. Hope they make an inverter version one day.
Thank you, bro. After that heat wave we all needed this video lol
I'll have mine up and running today!
Holy shit, thank you! I'm a visual learner, so this really helps :)
I am thinking this would fit into our small popup camper perfectly. The idea it only requires a small opening for the exaust is what makes me think it would work great. Mabe even replacing the original furnace. I have a hard time wanting to replace my furnace but know that those small units can really work great. My daughter had one for college and eventually gave it to us. We sold it after installing a windo A/c unit. It can be moved too, thats always a plus.
Thank you for this review. I have a small condo, renovations and I need something to cool the place at night.
Thinking about getting one of these can never have enough cold air in this Texas Summer Heat! Great Video!
I bought the 5,000 BTU one from Costco, and the solid part with the hole in it is completely different. I'm blind in one eye now, and can't read the teeny tiny instructions. Though your video was VERY informative, I'm about ready to throw this thing out of a window (ironic, since I did not want to put an A/C in the window).
Just got this air conditioner…. Watched your video was I was installing. Thank bud- real helpful!
Does it blow cold air?
I'm stuck in an airstream trailer pouring sweat. I look like I'm standing in the shower litterely.
@@angelashook7112 yes, it absolutely does… I live on the top floor (3rd) apartment and it was 88 degrees over the weekend both outside and inside my apartment on Saturday. Turned the AC on and within 45 mins it was down to 74 degrees (which is the temp I set it on, it definitely can get lower). The room I am cooling is actually closer to 600 square feet too. It’s definitely worth every penny. If you have any other questions just let me know.
@@MynameisMikeee hey, do you think this would cool down the bedroom if set up in the living room of an apartment with the doors open!? I already bought mine but saw some reviews saying it wouldn't even cool down a 200 sq foot room!
Thanks Dude for getting my hook up spot on! Me against the Seattle blast furnace, I'm ready!
keep the cap on its suppose to stay on
Same here!
Thank you for the tips as well as the review. The foam tips in partiicular were very helpful. As well as stuffing foam in window gaps trick.
That is the best product use video I’ve ever seen!
most important info missing, how long it took to cool the room.
When I bought mine. Set it up and turned it on, after an hour I was cold enough to turn it off and go to bed. (Had it on 64F with the fan on low)
@@bimmons9975 what size room do you have it in?
To be honest it's good for maybe 2 rooms pretty cool here in maryland
Thank you for being clear and to the point! Much appreciated!
You can wrap thin silver insulation around the exhaust hose.Helps a lot.
I found this video while trying to find how to take OFF the venting hose, but it was definitely informative! Still searching though
Awesome review, I’ve had mines for over a year and it’s been working great. I only wish the remote was backlit.
do you have to put water in?
@@johnwoodard2459no
Ours used to be awesome but now it seems to full with water and the fan makes a splashing noise. It doesn’t seem to self evaporate like it used to. Maybe it’s freezing up?🤷🏻♂️ once you let it sit it will drain the water but fills up very fast.
Wow , you're review is perfect. Ty. Mine will arrive soon and now I know I can install it myself. Thank you thank you !!
Window units better
your welcome
@@CrazyChicken_ in my opinion I think they're more efficient but some people like those portable ones
I just got a Whirlpool brand portable air conditioner. Not to sound dumb but do you need to have it running out of your window? I was hoping to replace the window unit we have at work. Our office is in a pretty secluded area and I worry about security.
Instructions say to use the top drain hole for dehumidifying, so what's the difference between using the bottom one and the top one?
Thank you for this video. I purchased the 14000 BTU, it is huge. The instructions that comes with the unit is lacking in my opinion. Your video provided a good explanation and showed me how to setup my unit properly. I would not have been able to set it up without your helpful video.
I tested the a/c unit for 20 minutes and I could already feel the difference on the opposite end of my room. So I can tell it's powerful. I had to use duct tape on both ends to get the hose to stay in the connections. I wish they made those connections better. Also, I had some trouble with connecting the outlet exhaust to the window panel. I eventually had to take the window panel back out and force the exhaust outlet through the hole. Your exhaust outlet looks a lot easier to deal with and seems to snap into place. The outlet I had is different than what's in your video (2:11). Mine doesn't snap in place, I had to force it in.
Also, I didn't get a hose to drain the water so I hope I won't need one.
I got the 12,000 BTU unit. I think it’s very strange that the window kit plastic is kind of pink color.
yes thank you very much I just got one and I’m surprised they were in stock last week it was 116 I’m in portland hello Seattle
I found another video where is the installation instructions there a little more detail then I follow them and I like it a lot I’m not sure about draining it though any tips on that would be awesome
Are there specific adapters for the drains? My bottom drain (@3:04) does not have the grey part sticking out that a hose is supposed to go around in. Also, there seems to be two attachments in the condenser plus whatever that thing is above the power cable @3:14.
I was given my unit and I think my father lost some parts so I am trying to find them online.
I don't know about anyone else, but mine came with these 6 metal screws that you can use to keep those window slides together instead of that janky plastic screw. Way better. Also this thing is indeed heavy and quite loud. But I have mine in my living room so the noise doesn't bother me and it still cools my bedroom.
I hope it does not matter if the window vent is below the unit.
As the unit is usually at floor level, the window vent is usually above.
Thank you! Very helpful clear and quick! Good video!
What is the watt outage use? I could use this to connect to my solar generator. Also my nephew is buying a makeshift van RV type. He is planning to work while moving around US. This might be good for him on the move.
Thanks for sharing. Gave me a option other than spending 8K on a new unit.
Nice video.
I just read a Forbes article about the best portable Air Conditioning units, and the B&D 10,000 BTU unit was the best for small rooms. I see yours is 40% larger, but I was curious about the whole window exhaust aspect, and now I can see how it would be taken care of. I appreciate your use of the foam and tape, keeping it flush, and showing the adjustable width.
I bought a house in Indiana last fall, so this is the first summer I've experienced, and the A/C is a 30-year old non-functioning unit. I don't have the money for a new AC now, so this looks like it'd be a fantastic option in the meantime for the bedroom.
Thanks for the review and demonstration!
The water helps your unit work for efficient people think that they're supposed to drain it you're not, now unless it's specifically says that you have to drain it but like the one I have it lets me know when it's time to drain it if I do need to drain it and it works because it runs over your condenser coils cooling the incoming air does helping your unit work more efficient
I know i had didnt have the cap on the back and the unit was always producing a lot of water after i left it on it has been worry free
@@Kyle-rp9fi I guess it depends on the unit though the one I had what I watched on UA-cam the water helps to make it work more efficient it cools the incoming air
Hello can i use a bucket to collect the water instead of having to put the hose outside the window
We were thinking about putting this in our large 9x13 tent. We camp a lot in Florida but during the summertime it's gets a bit hot. Our tent has vent flaps at the bottom I was thinking about buying a flange or fitting w magnets to we don't have to cut into to mesh of the vent. Is exhaust wouldn't be hot enough to melt the tent material would it? How loud is it in a real world situation. Thanks!!
This was SO helpful. Thanks so much!
The smaller section is a slide to go between the 3 larger pieces that’s why you had the slight offset other wise great review!
Question is does it cool off your entire room, given that it is 1400 btu built in?
Yes it does. If your room door is closed its like a ice berg
I have an old unit (13 yrs) that just died. I put the humidity hose thru the exhaust hose to drain outside therefore eliminating the drip pan on my floor
Thinking of actually using this in my travel trailer. Great video and tutorial.
Beautiful! Thank you!
If I spread the window cover large enough to fit snuggly in my window, then how do I take it off and put it back on? Cuz my window seals have a lip only a shorter item can go in and out. This thing is not spring loaded to be squeezed in and let go of to expand back to the size of my window:(
I just bought one yesterday and I'm awaiting the arrival. I really hope it works as advertised
How was it?
@@prabhjeetsingh5162 it's good! I'm about to use it again for this Spring. So so far it's good, I'm gonna see how it goes this second time around
@Jay Lakhani still works 💪
No one is mentioning whether you are required when new to have to fill the water tank. Can anyone advice?
I also found this very helpful. Straight forward. Thank you!
Can you put the drain hose outside through the window?
How do we REMOVE the exhaust hose from the back of the unit? Any hacks?
this is a good install video but not really a review - how did this unit perform over time - and were you happy with it?
Aw man I live in FLorida and we have screened windows here. Will this work when my windows have screens?
Window screens are easily removable, and you can pop it back in whenever you need to
do you always have to put a bowl for water drain ? only this brand ac needs water drain or all others portable ac ?
Did u miss the part that tell you how much lower it makes the temperature?
They actually heat the room more than it cools. That exhaust heats up a lot and the ac unit itself has a hard time cooling the room. I am so disappointed that we bought a portable. Waste of money.
@@lindacharron4021even with the exhaust vented outside?
@@lumbeeman01 Yes.
@@lumbeeman01 I don't have the B&D, I have an Emerson, but have been told by other users that they have the same problem. They are very heavy on energy as well. I would not recommend one ever. I really thought it was going to help.
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Help! When I increase the temperature by a couple of degrees the compressor shuts off, like I would expect. But then it continues blowing 'warm' air! How it I get it to stop, without powering it down completely???
The plastic exhaust hoses REALLY heat up and radiate heat back into the room. I found a sleeve that goes over the exhaust hose and blocks pretty much all of the radiating heat. It's called a COOL AIDE and is available online. I wouldn't do without one!!
Can you share the link pls :)
@@jrhm6755 available at planetaides.com
@@jrhm6755 Wouldn't even consider not having mine. REALLY eliminates considerable heat from the exhaust hose!!
How often do you need to switch the water pan
Can someone tell when can I get this piece here 2:11 it didn’t come with the ac
We are trying to use ours for heat, but it is not heating up the room. Any suggestions on what we can do?
So do you have to put water in it like them water fans or does it make water through humidity
Does it come with a hose,, or you have to buy your own?
Two years later. Would you say it was a solid investment or did you waste money? I just got the exact model two days ago. Installed it yesterday. Ran the AC for a few hours and it seemed pretty stout. Only thing is, we are about 10 days out from me really needing to turn on the AC. I have central air. The unit is too small for the living space. The air flow it provides is a joke. I made complaint a few years ago with the previous owner. He sent his tech out and I was told it is what it is. Well given the cost of the actual rent I sucked it up and have been dealing with it. It's a good neighborhood. Low crime rate, etc. When the temperature reaches 90F outside, the Central air just runs and the inside temperature still rises. Electric bill gets stupid.
I am hoping this unit that claims 700sq ft coverage will keep the 480sq ft space I spend all of my time more tolerable. I am trying to mitigate the use of the central air. I would have opted for a window unit but it would require me to mount a bracket to the structure which violates the lease. Thanks.
I wouldn’t say it was a waste of money, I wouldn’t buy another one. The reason is that it takes up too much room. Although a window air conditioner is a pain to put in the window and take out each year once within the space is minimal. I also feel that even though it cools just fine it seems like it is not as efficient because the hot side is inside the house. Hope this helps👍
Cam you run it with the horse connected..??
I've had both and I really prefer a window unit. Uses way less energy and work as good if not better in my opinion. But im sure mileage will vary. I live in ky where its really humid and hot in summer
Does it cool the room well? Not just right in front of the unit
May be a dumb question...what is the aluminum tray for?
Does anyone know the exhaust hose diameter? Im trying to find out if it uses a 5 or 5.9 hose. Purchased one of these and trying to get everything i need before it arrives! Need to extend it out a little.
Ive had my 14btu a week and it turns off shortly after it starts up.... ive used the thing like 3x. Idk what to do
Insulate (lag) the hose, it's a heat radiator into the room.
How long does the window seal extend to
What would happen if the tube would go into the 20 inch space between my flooring boards and ceiling of downstairs neighbour?
YOU will get very hot as your floor will heat up, hot air rises.
I've owned this unit for a year now, and it no longer blows cold air. A regular window unit works far better.
Nice review. Apparently the fan speed adjustments are not functional until the set temperature is reached. Once the temp is reached you can lower the fan speed.
Can I just plug the Ac without using the back HOSE
Surprisingly, my 8000 btu window ac works way better and cools my room much quicker than my 12000 btu portable ac unit at half the cost.
Is 8000 btu good enough for a room that is 10x10x8?
@@rockeruss555 Oh yeah with plenty to spare!
@@rockeruss555 10x10x8 same as my room. 8000 or 6000 work well. I had a 8000 until it quit one day. Found a dirt cheap 6000 AC and been using it since.
How to lower the air outlet grill because mine only point in the air
Does it keep the current settings if it loses power and then comes back on?
Io ho comprato uno da 9000 x un soggiorno di 25 mq ho collegato il tubo di scarico del condizionatore portatile al tubo del camino della stufa la stufa l'ho scollegata da tubo esce di 80 cm dol soggiorno e va fuori nella canna fumaria di acciaio li appena fuori dal muro ho un tie x ispezione con tappo sotto posso aprire il tappo della tie cosi l'aria calda esce come aver fatto un foro nel muro altrimenti volendo rimetto il tappo e l'aria va fuori da sopra il tetto la canna fumaria si alza di 3,5 mentre poi sbuca nel tetto x la condensa ho un tubicino nel retro del condizionatore e ho messo una tanica da litri 5 cosi ho risolto tutto senza avere finestre oppure porte aperte o forare vetri x adesso raffreda molto bene in più ho coimentato il tubo in casa del condizionatore e il metro di tubo che poi esce dal muro con della lana di roccia cosi in casa il tubo del condizionatore scalda meno 😂😂😂
I received my 14000 btu portable ac/heater unit yesterday. I purchased this because even though my house has an ac unit with gas heat, the duct work (as I found out) is old and needs to be replaced but it's too expensive.
The portable unit was pretty easy to assemble but there's an issue. It will shut itself off when the water reservoir in the unit fills up. It takes about 15-20 minutes for it to fill up. I'm using the heat mode. I get the error code: Ft and it flashes until I empty the water.
This is ridiculous. I have a shallow pan to drain the water in but it fills up quickly and easy to spill on the floor.
I can't imagine using this unit every day and having to empty water every 15 minutes.
If anyone has a solution please let me know.
The top drain is for humidity and the clear hose is used for this. It's the bottom drain plug that drains the reservoir of the unit. No water comes out of the top drain and it's raining here now. Water should be draining out.
I might have to return this unit for a window unit.
They work. my father in law had one, great for when you don't have big windows.
How do I use the dehumidifier feature? I used it with the drainage tube installed and nothing happened the room was still humid
0:18 why would anyone want the warm air to blow inside???
What if you’re windows are higher up and sliding window? Does the hose stretch far enough?
The clear hose dont work my water dont come out were can. I buy a replacement
Concerned about water condensation leaking all over the hardwood floors since there is really no drain.
My portable ac, 14000 btu Frigidaire is equip with a 2 drain system.
@@rockeruss555 thanks, but what does that entail?
Sound, sound. Hiw do we reduce the sound? I can't sleep in the same room with it. Any solutions?
Luisterboek luisteren als je gaat slapen, dat werkt wel.
How cold is that sir? 50F??
I just got my unit yesterday. I got it all hooked up and it cools fine. But after only twenty minutes, there was water all over the floor that I had to sop up with a towel. I made sure the drainage plug is tightly on. No water is dripping from there. I turned the unit off, cleaned the floor, and let the unit sit. I then turned it on again and put dry towel down all around the unit on the floor. I went to sleep. Four hours later I woke up to soaking wet towels again. My unit did not come with any clear hose. There is no condensation at the top of the unit. The water is coming from somewhere underneath the unit. Does anyone else have this problem? I’m so disappointed. I lugged this thing up two flights of stairs by myself and it wasn’t easy for me. I don’t want a leaking unit in my room and have to constantly replace towels. It was only on for twenty minutes, so the tank couldn’t have gotten full that fast. Ant suggestions would be greatly appreciated!
I feel you, search on UA-cam "drain portable air conditioner without hose".. there you may find a solution to your situation.. Hope it helps
Cap the condensate drain port if u haven't? I think the instructions suggest it.
@@OscarLachapel hi there! Thanks for responding. I found out what was wrong. When the unit was delivered, the bottom styrofoam packing was smashed and broken. But the unit looked fine. After it leaked I went and closely inspected the packing and found lots of broken plastic pieces embedded in the styrofoam. It seems that someone dropped the box and it slammed to the ground and broke the underside of the unit. The water tank is all cracked and broken. I called Amazon, they are going to replace it.
Will this run off a vehicle power converter? I am thinking of putting one in my pickup. Thx.