5GBSetting up your portableair conditionerTO AVOID DAMAGE TO THE UNIT:NEVER TRANSPORT OR TURN THE APPLIANCE UPSIDE DOWN OR ON ITS SIDE. IF THIS OCCURS, WAIT6 HOURS BEFORE TURNING THE APPLIANCE ON, 24 HOURS IS RECOMMENDED. (After the unit hasbeen on its side, oil needs to return to the compressor to ensure proper function. Without allow-ing the unit this time (6-24 hours) The unit may function for only a short time, and then the com-pressor will break down from lack of oil.)ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONSBefore plugging the appliance into the outlet, check that:• The outlet’s power supply corresponds to the value indicated on the rating label on the backof the appliance;• The outlet and electrical circuit are adequate for the appliance;• The outlet is a 3-hole grounded outlet . If this is not the case, you must choose another outlet.Failure to follow these important safety instructions absolves the manufacturer of all liability.The instructions below will enable you to prepare your air conditioner for operation as efficientlyas possible. Before use, make sure the air intake and outlet grilles are unobstructed.If it becomes necessary, the power cable must be replaced by a qualified professional only.BOther set-up methods:• Thanks to the locking pins, it’s possible touse the window bracket also for slidingwindows. Position the hole of the bracketso to allow a correct installation of theexhaust hose (see figure C).D• If you have a casement window (figure D)follow steps 2 & 3 and place the windowoutlet (12) outside the window to exhaustthe hot air.For help with installation, operation, andfor all accessories and spare/replacementparts, Please contact our toll free cus-tomer service call center at:1-800-322-3848 [US only]Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm ET Orlog onto our website atwww.delonghiusa.com.AIR CONDITIONING WITHOUT INSTALLATIONNOTE: Keep the air hoses as short and free ofcurves as possible to avoid constrictions.FOR OPTIMAL RESULTS SET-UP IN A DOU-BLE-HUNG WINDOW:1) Place the bracket in the window sill,extend the bracket fully within the windowframe, fix the bracket by using the pinthen lower the window onto the bracket.(Should the window bracket be too largefor the window. The plastic can be cutwith a saw by a qualified professional.)2) Fit the air exhaust hose in the housing atthe back of the appliance. Insert it asshown in figure A.3) Connect the window outlet (12) to theother end of the exhaust hose.4) Insert the window outlet end of the exhau-st hose into the slot of the window bracket(fig. B).12AC