7/31/2010

Hyundai 10,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner Review

Hyundai 10,000 BTU Portable Air ConditionerThis is manufactured overseas, therefore temp adjustments are via a Celcius scale, not Fahrenheit, even though it shows Fahrenheit.Therefore adjustments are in 2 degree f (68, 70, 72, 74, etc).You can't select 73 degrees f.It does not offer full control over fan speed/sound.Even on low speed, the fan will accelerate when the unit is more then 2 degrees higher than the set temp.The remote is IR, not RF and needs clear line of sight to the unit.Otherwise, it does cool well.My kilowatt meter showed that it used about 50 cents an 8 hour period (10cent KWH) to cool a room about 8 degrees cooler than ambient temp... It is by no means a energy star product, however I do not think any of these portable units meet that standard.It does cool a medium sized room well (19x12) with a vaulted ceiling.Given that the sound level increases, even with the fan set on low, this may not be the best air conditioner for a bedroom.I use it in my home office during the day and turn the other thermostats off/up, so it works for me.

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Enjoy the comfort and convenience of cool air wherever it's needed with Hyundai's 10,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner. Designed for rooms up to 250 square feet, this compact, clean-lined unit moves easily on sturdy casters and offers three speed settings, an adjustable thermostat, a 24-hour timer, and a self-evaporating system. It also comes with a remote control and a generous 59-inch exhaust hose. Things cooling down outside? Simply stow the air conditioner in a closet, garage, or basement until the first heat wave hits next summer.

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7/30/2010

Whynter Eco Friendly 13000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner - White Review

Whynter Eco Friendly 13000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner - WhiteI am so far extremely pleased with this air conditioner. It's very well designed and as an engineer, albeit industrial engineer, it's well built and is impressive in it's cooling ability. Very nice styling overall but surprisinly heavy given the size. I would give this top marks in all categories.

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The Sno Arctica portable air conditioner line by Whynter provides a convenient and efficient solution for your comfort needs.This 13000 BTU portable air conditioner has the smallest profile of any high output portable air conditioner, and also the highest EER (Energy Efficiency Rating) of all portable air conditioners in its class (11.06 EER).It is designed to be used in almost any indoor location (up to 420 sq. ft).The compact and modern design allows you to use this room air conditioner on the counter, in the bedroom, or even behind the sofa.The ergonomic design features an integrated handle, retractable pull cord, built-in caster and large back wheels, making it easy to transport from room to room. The self-evaporating design exhausts most condensate automatically.Available in two colors:Frost White and Platinum.Specs:.Dehumidifying Capacity: 43 Pts / day.Air Flow (at high speed): 380 m3/h. Maximum power consumption: 1175 W/ 10.21 A.Power supply: 115 V / 60Hz / 1 Phase.Noise level (dBA): 34 - 43.Weighs 79 lbs. Additional Features:Digital remote control, automatic comfort and night program,LCDI (Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption) plug, 3 fan speeds, two easy clean air filters, full thermostatic control (64 - 86 degrees), 24 hour programmable timer, extendable exhaust hose (up to 5ft.), upgraded plastic window kit (max length 51") Assembly level/degree of difficulty: Easy.

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7/29/2010

Frigidaire FAM186R2A 18,500-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Electronic Controls Review

Frigidaire FAM186R2A 18,500-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Electronic ControlsI'm a believer in internet shopping and with the high cost of gas we're using it even more.Especially when Amazon offers free shipping and that was a big factor in making this purchase. Plus the amount of information offered about this unit made it appealing and in the end a terrific purchase.This unit is for our 1920s Arts & Crafts style brick home.The carrier who delivered alerted us in advance, let us select the day, and called the day of delivery making it very easy.The packaging was perfect - Frigidaire did a very good job.The instructions are not the best.I wish companies would bring in buyers (people who are not associated with the company or product in any way) and let them struggle with the instructions and learn to create user friendly manuals.Since our house is brick the mounting brackets weren't usable but with some creative thinking we came up with a solution to make it safe and secure.The unit is wonderful, quiet both inside and out and does a great job of cooling.Love the remote and easy to set controls.Would definitely purchase this unit again.

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With a complete line of room air conditioners, portable air conditioners and dehumidifiers, Frigidaire technology is hard at work to enhance the comfort of your home. Offering a broad range of ENERGY STAR models and features like single-touch electronic controls, full-function remotes that double as thermostats, portable air conditioners that heat as well as cool and dehumidifies that operate in low temperatures, Frigidaire Home Comfort products are designed to provide you with easy-to-use, quiet, efficient and reliable service. The FAM186R1A features electronic controls that is coupled with full-function remote capabilities that gives the consumer the control they love at the remote, not the unit. Cool, energy saver and fan modes, On/Off 24-Hour timer, auto cool and sleep can be programmed with the remote. Electronic controls offer filter check reminder and clean air features. It has clean air filtration that provides relief for increasing numbers of allergy and respiratory ailment sufferers. Negative ion generators and electrostatic filter elements are used for air cleaning performance that is substantially higher than conventional filter methods.This Frigidaire FAM186R1A Energy Star Rated Air Conditioner has a 18,500/18,200 BTU cooling capacity. It is perfect for large rooms or rooms where supplemental cooling is needed (Up to 1,170 Square Feet) It features an EER of 10.7. The Variable Speed Fan and 8-Way Air Direction along with Electronic Controls with Full Function Remote and 24 Hour On / Off Timer makes it very easy to operate.

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7/28/2010

Soleus Air LX-140 14,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, 12,000 BTU Heater, Dehumidifier and Fan, Grey with Black Cover Review

Soleus Air LX-140 14,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, 12,000 BTU Heater, Dehumidifier and Fan, Grey with Black CoverI have tried 5 different units over 8 yeasrs (two being this one). Only one worked 1/2 way decent, and it still has problems.

This one is the most powerful 110volt portable unit there is.

In general, they all end up leaking water all over the place. None of them seem to be able to evaporate the water as fast they are supposed to. By winter, I can expect the units to leak water everywhere, and the water light never comes on.

All 5 brands are cheaply made and by the same factory even though they are from different manufacturers.

If you are looking for portable AC. Better to skip it as you'll be lucky if you find a unit that satifies your needs. IF you are insistant, go with a better built unit. Google around for a unit built in the US, most likely it will be designed for server room cooling. Most likely that will run $1000-$3000.

I am on my 5th unit and wish we had just spent the money up front instead of having to replace the unit every year as we are doing now.

These units are generally cheap and you get what you pay for. I would rate this higher if not for the water issue (I just cleared an 1/8 inch of standing water out of a 12 x 12 room).

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14,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner with Dehumidifier and Fan has dual motors offering a 3 speed fan with WaveFlo oscillation, along with a 12,000 BTU Heat pump heater, a 60 Pint evaporative dehumidifier, and adjustable thermostat with 24 hour programmable timer with memory, from 64° to 90°F.A washable and reusable air filter keeps circulation clean and loss of power protection with auto restart feature. Heavy duty casters and remote control offer you assistance in unit placement and controls.All in one appliance to fulfill all your comfort needs.

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7/27/2010

Soleus Air PE2-08R-62, Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier and Fan, 8,000 BTU's, White with Blue cover Review

Soleus Air PE2-08R-62, Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier and Fan, 8,000 BTU's, White with Blue coverI cannot get a window unit due to my window size, and this unit came with a window kit that fit my windows. It worked absolutely perfect for 2 months. Then, on a particularly hot day, the bucket filled up with water and the unit shut off. I drained all the water, which is an absolute pain in the rear to do due to the drain being less than half an inch off the floor. The unit leaks water like a faucet ever since, all over the floor. There is really no effective way to use it anymore. I ordered a different brand that doesn't have water leakage issues. I should have listened to all the reviews I read. I practically paid several hundred dollars for a few months use. What a waste. The unit cools great, but what good is that with water all over your carpet? Stay away from this product.UPDATE: The unit only leaks when moved. If the water reservoir fills up, and must be drained, the unit must be moved to do so because the drain plug is literally right on the floor and there is no pan or container you can get under it. The reservoir will fill eventually, the unit will have to be drained, will have to be moved, will leak. Once all the water leaks out that is going to leak the unit works great until its time to drain again. Like I said, it took 2 months before I had to drain, but this process was a major PIA. I would avoid this unit, but I still gave in another star because it does not leak except during the drainage process.

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8,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner with Dehumidifier and Fan has dual motors offering a 3 speed fan with oscillation, a 50 Pint evaporative dehumidifier, and adjustable thermostat with 24 hour programmable timer with memory, from 64° to 90°F.A washable and reusable air filter keeps circulation clean and loss of power protection with auto restart feature. Heavy duty casters and remote control offer you assistance in unit placement and controls.All in one appliance to fulfill all your comfort needs.

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7/26/2010

SPT WA-1230E 12,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote Control Review

SPT WA-1230E 12,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote ControlI bought this AC unit during the excess heat wave this summer.The unit, (once properly vented) works really well for cooling my bed room but it shuts off when the water needs drained.Durning these hot temperatures this is after only 2-2.5 hrs.Draining the water is not an easy task because the drain is only 1 inch from the floor so you can only use a really really shallow dish. It does come with a hose to connect to a drain for continous drainage but the drain must be below or at the same level as the AC unit.

This drainage problem makes the unit NOT useful for long term cooling (you can't run it all night or use it to cool while at work)

As a long term solution I am working on buidling a stand to set the unit on for continous drainage into a bucket but it is heavey and vibration makes noise a problem. Other portable AC unit have a collecting bottle which is easy to revome for drainage.



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Ideal for rooms up to 400 square feet, this portable air conditioner features a 12,000-BTU cooling capacity and an energy-efficiency rating of 12.63. The unit also functions as a dehumidifier, removing up to 65 pints of moisture from the air per day (the dehumidifier functions automatically in AC mode). During the cooling process, its self-evaporating system extracts water from the air into the unit. Most of this water then gets recycled and used to cool the cooling coils for more efficient operation. The air conditioner comes equipped with a 3-1/5-pint water tank and two fan speeds, as well as a digital thermostat, digital temperature display, and remote control, which makes it simple to use. Choose between continuous operation or the programmable timer, which can be preset up to 12 hours. The unit also provides a 64- to 90-degree F thermostat, a washable air filter, an activated carbon filter to help remove odor, a built-in water tank or extended water tube for continuous drainage, and an easy-grip handle and large casters for convenient mobility. Other highlights include an LCDI plug, fire-resistant PVC plastic housing, a rotary compressor, directional air discharge louvers, and an extendable exhaust hose (up to 5 feet). The unit requires exhaust hose installation, and all standard accessories come included. Weighing 76 pounds, the air conditioner measures 15-1/4 by 16-1/2 by 30-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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7/25/2010

Frigidaire FAK085R7V 8,000-BTU Slider/Casement Air Conditioner with Electronic Controls Review

Frigidaire FAK085R7V 8,000-BTU Slider/Casement Air Conditioner with Electronic Controlspurchased this unit for our bedroom slider window. excellent price, easy install, cools great. much better than a portable. so if you have a slider or casement and are considering a portable- don't! they just don't cool as well.

the only detractor here is that if your window is over 40" tall you will need to use something to "plug" the remaining space. our window is 44" so i had tocut a piece of plywood to plug the gap. not too big of a deal as the window is in the back of our house on the side and we have a mini blind and curtain so you can't see the plywood inside the room. the unit fits the window snugly with no air gaps and i screwed the supplied window "plug" to the plywood and then used some canned foam sealant to fill in any invisible gaps from the outside. if your window is 40" or shorter it should fit perfectly.

EAGLE delivery service was also great. all in all i figure we saved at least $150 with amazon and the free shipping over buying locally once you figure in local CA. sales tax.

HERE's THE FOLLOW UP!

well, not even a year later and the unit is D.O.A. and this was after ONE warranty repair in October. in August the unit no longer cooled during the hottest time of the year here in Socal. we got it back from the repair center and i turned it on yesterday and it worked fine, today it is already D.O.A. again... unfortunately it is now out of warranty.

as another reviewer noted quality is the issue here. for the price i expected much more than a few months of service. when it worked it WAS great. when your unit fails do yourself a favor and since you have the window bracket in place already- just buy a $100 window unit and turn it sideways. even if it fails after a year it's better than replacing it with another $300+ hunk of trash.

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With a complete line of room air conditioners, portable air conditioners and dehumidifiers, Frigidaire technology is hard at work to enhance the comfort of your home. Offering a broad range of ENERGY STAR models and features like single-touch electronic controls, full-function remotes that double as thermostats, portable air conditioners that heat as well as cool and dehumidifies that operate in low temperatures, Frigidaire Home Comfort products are designed to provide you with easy-to-use, quiet, efficient and reliable service. The FAK085R7V features electronic controls that is coupled with full-function remote capabilities that gives the consumer the control they love at the remote, not the unit. Cool, energy saver and fan modes, On/Off 24-Hour timer, auto cool and sleep can be programmed with the remote. Electronic controls offer filter check reminder and clean air features. This Frigidaire FAK085R7V Energy Star Rated Air Conditioner has a 8,000 BTU cooling capacity. It is well suited for medium to large room applications or rooms where supplemental cooling is needed (Up to 350 Square Feet) It features an EER of 10.5. The Variable Speed Fan and 8-Way Air Direction along with Electronic Controls with Full Function Remote and 24 Hour On / Off Timer makes it very easy to operate. LVC Technology (Low Voltage Compensation), proper operation of the unit is assured when voltage fluctuates below normal levels. Installing the unit is made easy with the Vertical Mounting Kit and Filter cleaning is a snap with the Tilt-Out Filter Access Feature. The FAK085R7V is 20 1/4- inches in height, 14 1/4-inches in width, and 24 1/2-inches in depth, weighs 80 pounds, and uses 115 Volts AC. It requires a window height of 21 1/2 - 40-inches and a width of 15 1/2-inch.Frigidaire provides one year full and five year sealed system warranty.

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7/24/2010

Royal Sovereign ARP-2412 Ultra Light and Compact Portable Air Conditioner 12000 BTU, White Review

Royal Sovereign ARP-2412 Ultra Light and Compact Portable Air Conditioner 12000 BTU, WhiteWe enjoy the beauty of the Royal Sovereign portable ARP-2412, and it only weights 75 pounds. The exhaust hose is easily installed in it's own window panel (fits almost any window). It is not noisy, and does a good job of dehumidifying if you use the water tank feature (built in). No muss, no fuss, no leaks if you use water, which helps to keep the unit even cooler. We love it.

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Fight the summer heat with the ultra compact and lightweight, 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner. BTU Power Booster Technolgy; BTU booster uses water to cool the condenser to maximize the cooling capacity. 3in 1 Air Comfort System; Unit combines an Air Conditioners to cool, Fan Mode tocirculate air and a Dehumidifier that will remove 70 pints of moisture/day. Compact & Lightweight; Weighing only 79 lbs., this compact and light weight unit with convenient handles and casters makes it easily moved from room-to-room. Hide-Away Hose; Exhaust hose can be easily hidden in the unit for convenient mobility and storage. Digital Controls; Clear digital controls allows you to adjust the temperature, set the fan speed, set the 24 hour timer and function mode easily. Accessories Included; Window kit and remote control included for quick and easy set-up. Features: Singe/Double Hose: Single. Digital/Analog Controls: Digital. Thermostat Range: 62-88°F. Timer: 24 Hours. Sleep Mode: Yes. Fan Speeds: 2. Fan Only Mode: Yes. Remote Control: Yes. Airflow Volume: 185 CFM. Water Removal: Self-Evaporative. Dehumidify Capacity: 70 pints/day. Washable Filter: Yes. Window Kit Included: Yes. Voltage: 115V/60Hz. Consumption: 1150W.

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7/23/2010

Hyundai HYU-P12ER 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with heat electronic remote control Review

Hyundai HYU-P12ER 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner with heat electronic remote controlThis unit does what it was design to do, cool & heat.
I have the exhaust mounted in a wall.
Seems quieter than my smaller window unit in my bed room, its not that noisy.
I think the compressor is very quite, the fan makes most of the noise.
The casing seems a little cheap, all plastic.
It rolls easily and has side grips to lift it.
The unit was completely torn out of the base packaging when it arrived.
Parts were falling out, 1 was missing. Amazon made good on that.
After inspection there wasn't any damage so I am keeping the unit.
I would say that this is a decent unit and should give me a lot of service.

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The Hyundai 12,000 BTU Portable Room Air Conditioner will cool a room up to 275 sq. ft.It easily moves on casters from room to room.The unit can be controlled remotely so you can adjust the temperature without having to get up.This portable room air conditioner has 3 speeds, a self evaporating system, a 24 hour on/off timer, and an exhaust hose that expands to 59".An easy installation kit is included.

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7/22/2010

Soleus Air PH3-12R-03, 12,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, 12,500 BTU Heater, Dehumidifier and Fan, White Review

Soleus Air PH3-12R-03, 12,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner, 12,500 BTU Heater, Dehumidifier and Fan, WhiteThis air conditioner/heater/dehumidifier is highly overrated by the manufacturer. 12,000 BTU should make your home feel like a refrigerator. It doesn't! It doesn't come close to the air cooling capacity of window units with less than half this rating. The drainage outlet is located way too close to the floor thereby not allowing for a hose to drain properly without elevating the unit. While there is a condensation overflow tank drainage again is an issue. I ran the unit for a solid eight hours at the lowest temperature setting/highest fan speed and the first floor of my small home was only marginally cooler. I was very disappointed as I had hoped this was the answer to both my cooling and heating needs.

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12,000 BTU Evaporative Portable Air Conditioner with Dehumidifier and Fan has dual motors offering a 3 speed fan with oscillation, along with a 12,500 BTU's Heat pump heater, a 60 Pint evaporative dehumidifier, and adjustable thermostat with 24 hour programmable timer with memory, from 64° to 90°F.A washable and reusable air filter keeps circulation clean and loss of power protection with auto restart feature. Heavy duty casters and remote control offer you assistance in unit placement and controls.All in one appliance to fulfill all your comfort needs.

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7/21/2010

Haier CPRB07XC7 7,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote Control Review

Haier CPRB07XC7 7,000-BTU Portable Air Conditioner with Remote ControlI'm coming up on the second season of hard use.I have it in the bedroom and at night this thing will chill you out.During the day (I work nights) we get full sun and it still keeps you about 73 deg.If temps outside reach 90+ it'll keep you about 75.I use it in conjuction with old central air unit that will keep downstairs nice but once you get above the first floor good luck.This runs almost 24 hours a day during 7 months and all you have to do is vacuum the back (cooling fins) and vacuum the front filter (slides out).You never have to drain (I do after winter sets in).I liked ours so much I bought a second for the 3rd floor.As far as noise...you know it's there but like anything else you get used to it and can tune it out.The only bad thing about this is I think the portables are a little more than the window units and don't cool as much but they aren't "portable" and can be rolled into a closet or extra room.The set-up on these is considerably easier also: open window, add insert, duct tape insert into window and you're ready to rock.Another bad is that if you loose the remote or the batteries go (over 2yrs and still good) you can't control the unit without it (temp, fan speed, mode, timer).

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With a cooling capacity of 7,000 BTUs, this portable air conditioner helps maintain a comfortable living space during the hot and muggy summer months. The unit's simple-to-use electronic controls include a convenient 24-hour on/off timer--great for cooling the living room right before arriving home from work or for keeping the bedroom at a perfect sleeping temperature then turning off on its own in the morning. Choose from three cool settings and three fan speeds. A handy remote control comes included for changing the settings from across the room. The A/C unit also offers a dehumidification mode that removes excess moisture from the air, which helps prevent mold from growing on surfaces inside the home. Other highlights include an auto-evaporation function that allows for continuous use without the need to remove collected water, an EnviroClean coil that prevents oxidation and rust, and an ultra-compact size for convenient transport from room to room. Furthermore, the included window exhaust kit makes it possible to exhaust air out a window--no need to install a vent. The air conditioner measures approximately 17-8/9 by 13 by 24-2/5 inches.

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7/20/2010

10-000 Btu Portable Air Conditioner Review

10-000 Btu Portable Air ConditionerI've had this Sharp portable air conditioner for a couple of years now.Without a doubt, it's proved to be worth every cent I spent on it.I had another name brand air conditioner that died not long after I purchased it and this was the replacement.These units are heavy and delivery right to your door is a real plus!

My favorite feature is the Mega Cool feature.If you want to cool down in a hurry simply putting the air conditioner on this setting will start cooling down a room in minutes (I personally sit right in front of it during this process!).

It has a remote control with a digital readout. You can put it on a timer, operate the fan, louvers, dehumidifier, etc. The vertical louvers need to be adjusted manually. The filters pull out readily and are easy to clean. When not using the remote there is an indentation in the back for secure storage.This is a very sleek, attractive unit and I prefer it to the white.The booklet included is very comprehensive, well illustrated and comes in English and Spanish.

I have had this unit in two different settings.It obviously is meant to be set up in double-hung and sliding sash windows, but we were able to set it up in a sliding glass door (a little ingenuity goes a long way).We cut a pine board vertically to fit the opening between the wall track and the door and cut a hole for the window exhaust adapter.After the "installation" we used duct tape around the adapter.After we closed the door we simply replaced the stick in the track with a shorter one so the door could not be easily opened from the outside (if you are in a high crime area I wouldn't recommend this set up).

I had two different portable air conditioners before this one and I'm quite pleased with this unit!

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7/19/2010

Hyundai Air Conditioner, 5200 BTU Review

Hyundai Air Conditioner, 5200 BTUThis small a/c is being used in a 12 x 16 foot living room (though it is rated for a smaller space). Here in Connecticut, we don't get "Texas-style" heat, but since we live by a lake, the humidity in the summer is normally in the 70-80 percent range. On a few 85-degree days (with the humidity around 75-percent), this little unit not only cooled the living room, but also managed to keep the rest of our 800 sq. ft. cottage relatively comfortable too. Also, I just received our electric bill for the month of August. Fearing the worst (I had this unit running constantly from 7 am until 9 pm every day for the first three weeks of August), I was actually pleasantly surprised. It used only a relatively small amount of electricity! It also reduced the relative humidity from ambient to around 48-percent, which is in itself, very impressive. I like the knobs for controls- as opposed to the electronic controls (just one more expensive thing to fix). My only criticism is that the "weeping holes" which allow the water to drip outside are not big enough. After a few hours, the fan housing becomes engulfed in water, which the fan then picks up and throws onto the upper part of the window. A small complaint really, but not enough to pass this gem up! When I take this unit out of the window in the fall, I will get my drill and open up the holes a little more. FYI: This unit is somewhat quieter than most, but not totally silent. The compressor and fan do make some noise, but we just turn up the TV a little bit louder to compensate. Overall: 5-stars and then some. Love it!!!

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Easy Installation.Provides quiet cool comfort. Two fan speeds.Anti-bacterial dehumidification.No Assembly Required.

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7/18/2010

Frigidaire FAC106P1A Compact II 10,000-BTU Room Air Conditioner with Electronic Controls Review

Frigidaire FAC106P1A Compact II 10,000-BTU Room Air Conditioner with Electronic ControlsI was worried about buying this, because some reviews said it was noisy, but it's not bad at all.If you buy a window AC you can't expect it to be silent - I find it completely tolerable.I can even stand in front of it & talk to people on the phone without a problem.The fan is powerful, too.I never put it higher than low & it cools my apartment very well.I find the timer & other features very useful, especially remote sensing.I am really happy I bought this.

My place is basically an M layout, with the AC in the farthest leg, & I can go in the other rooms without needing a fan.I'm still impressed by that.If you are shopping around because you're price-conscious, this is the best 10,000 btu deal you are going to get - everywhere else charges at least $50 of shipping & frequently more for the AC itself.You probably want a friend to help you install it, as it weighs 83 lbs.

This AC has single-handedly made the hot, sticky, humid NYC summers totally bearable & I can't recommend it highly enough!

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Offering a 6,000 BTU cooling capacity, the window-mounted Frigidaire Air Conditioner (model FAC106P1A) can cool rooms up to 500 square feet in size. It includes an antibacterial filter reduces bacteria, room odors, and other airborne particles for a cool, comfortable environment. Additionally, it includes an ionizer/electrostatic clean air filtration system that ensures a clean airflow and with LVC technology (Low Voltage Compensation)--great for those suffering from allergies.
It installs quickly with the included window mount kit, and it fits windows with a 14-1/4-inch minimum height and between a 23- to 36-inch width. The unit's sleep mode increases room temperature by two degrees in the first thirty minutes and another two after an hour, returning the unit to the original preset temperature after seven hours. The full function remote provides temperature and fan speed selection from a distance, while the integrated thermostat ensures precise temperature control at the location of the remote. Other features include a multi-step fan with 3 speeds, electronic controls with a convenient temperature readout, and Energy Star qualification. It measures 19 by 21-1/4 by 14 inches (WxDxH) and is backed by a 1-year full warranty.

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7/17/2010

Whynter Eco Friendly 14000 BTU Dual Hose Portable Air Conditioner Review

Whynter Eco Friendly 14000 BTU Dual Hose Portable Air ConditionerThis unit was purchased to use in a small computer room. It is performing better than the previous 15000 BTU unit I had from a different manufacturer.

I hope with time it will stand up.

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Product Description:
mfr: Whynter Company This Whynter GREEN ARC-14S portable air conditioner features the ECO-FRIENDLY CFC free GREEN R-410A refrigerant and lead free RoHS compliant components.This unit features the advance self-evaporating technology, which uses and recycles moisture collected during cooling and heating process to produce cool air.This unit can cool up to a 500 sq. ft. space (ambient temperature and humidity may influence optimum performance).
- Platinum color
- Two tone design exterior- Platinum and Black
- 14,000 BTU Cooling
- Dual hose operation
- ECO-FRIENDLY CFC free GREEN R-410A refrigerant
- Lead free RoHS compliant components
- Self evaporating system fully exhausts all condensate automatically in most environments
- Three operational modes: Air conditioner, fan or dehumidifier
- Digital and remote control
- LCDI (Leakage-Current Detection and Interruption) plug
- Dehumidifying Capacity: 101 Pts / day
- Designed to provide quiet and efficient cooling to any room, with no permanent installation
- 3 fan speeds
- Carbon air filter and washable pre-filter
- Full thermostatic control (61ºF - 89ºF)
- Casters for easy mobility
- 12 hour programmable timer
- Extendable exhaust hose (up to 5ft.)
- Upgraded Plastic window kit included
- Window kit length: Max. 49"
- Refrigerant: R-410A
- Air Flow (at high speed): 360 m3/h
- Maximum power consumption: 1250 W/ 10.8 A
- Power supply: 115 V / 60Hz / 1 Phase
- Unit dimensions: 19" W x 16" D x 35.5" H

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7/16/2010

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER (YOUR PERSONAL COOLING SYSTEM!) Review

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONERDo not waste your money. Go to a dollar store and buy one of those small personal fans instead. The concept is good, especially the water bottle (no chemicals here) but the execution is horrible. The "fan" is too small to actually blow off cold air. I wasn't expecting it to cool down an entire room but I shouldn't be sitting in front of it and still be hot and sweating. If you're working in an area that is already using AC then this might work because it will probably pick up and circulate the cold air but it won't do anything if the air is warm.

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Product Description:
Staying cool and comfortable has never been easier, thanks to our portable air conditioner. Designed for ease of use, it utilizes frozen water to create a personal climate control system anyone can use. Simply fill the supplied bottle with water, freeze it, place it back inside the chamber and just turn the power switch on! Now you are ready to enjoy a cool, relaxing gentile breeze anytime, anywhere. Quiet operation and an inexpensive way to stay cool. Ideal for use wherever personal cooling is required. Why use a fan when you can enjoy your very own personal cooling system. Ideal for home, office and travel. Sits on any flat surface, great for your desk at work. Even includes Condensation tray for easy clean up. Works using 2-D Batteries (not included)Measures: 14"L x 7"W x 11"H

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7/15/2010

Frigidaire FAA086P7A MS II 8,000-BTU Room Air Conditioner with Electronic Controls Review

Frigidaire FAA086P7A MS II 8,000-BTU Room Air Conditioner with Electronic ControlsBought this unit to replace an old A/C in the bedroom, and I can't believe how noisy it is.

Even at the lowest fan speed it is extremely loud. Using the energy saver feature the unit is bound to wake you up every time it comes on. And I am not spoiled...I live on a noisy street in Manhattan.

This one is going back.

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Product Description:
Ideal for medium- to large-size rooms up to 350 square feet, this air conditioner features an 8,000-BTU cooling capacity and an energy-efficiency rating of 10.8. The unit's electronic controls with full-function temperature-sensing remote control make it simple to operate, while its three-speed fan, eight-way air direction, 24-hour on/off timer, and sleep mode offer added convenience. For those with allergy problems, the air conditioner includes negative ion generators and electrostatic filter elements to provide excellent air-cleaning performance. Other thoughtful details include its clean air ionizer that tilts out for easy cleaning, and its LVC technology (low voltage compensation), which ensures proper operation when the voltage fluctuates below normal levels. The unit requires a window height of 14 inches and a width of 23 to 36 inches, and its pleated quick-mount window kit allows for clean, secure installation. Weighing approximately 58 pounds, the air conditioner measures 15-1/2 by 18-1/2 by 12-1/2 inches and carries a one-year full and five-year sealed system warranty.

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7/14/2010

Frigidaire FAH086S1T Through-the-Wall 8,000 BTU Room Air conditioner Review

Frigidaire FAH086S1T  Through-the-Wall 8,000 BTU Room Air conditionerI needed a new through-the wall air conditioner to replace a dead Friedrich unit. I didn't want to spend over $500 for another Friedrich, so I bought the Frigidaire which cost about $150 less. The FAH086S1T is a good unit, and I'm happy with it. It's ENERGY STAR efficient, and does a good job cooling my bedroom. It does seem to take a little more time to cool the room on a very hot day despite being the same BTU as the unit it replaced, but it's not a big difference. It's also a little noisier, but not enough to keep me up at night. It has nice features, including energy saving modes, sleep timer, and a remote. It also comes with a face kit, and extra insulation to mount the AC in larger openings. All in all, it's a good unit for the price.

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Product Description:
Technology and Performance Frigidaire offers a broad line of room air conditioners that are designed with the technology and performance to meet your comfort needs. New features like electronic controls with full-function remote, clean air filtration and low voltage compensation ensure excellent unit performance in a full range of applications. From small bedrooms to large, semi-commercial areas, these air conditioners provide you with quiet, efficient and reliable operation for years of trouble-free service. Most included a remote thermostat, clean air filtration and low voltage start-up to add to consumer comfort, convenience and safety. And with their ENERGY STAR qualification for efficiency, they can provide comfort and savings for any room in your home. You expect all this from Frigidaire... and they deliver. How to Choose a Room Air Conditioner Compared to large capacity central units, room air conditioners have several advantages. The initial cost of a room air conditioning unit

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7/13/2010

Frigidaire FAK124R1V 12,000-BTU Slider/Casement Air Conditioner with Electronic Controls Review

Frigidaire FAK124R1V 12,000-BTU Slider/Casement Air Conditioner with Electronic ControlsVery nice product, based on another review, we plugged the unit in and made sure it was good before installing. The install went without a problem. The heavy duty bracket with the nice paded support for the outside of the wall is fast and easy to install. The Unit is great, it cooled half hour house with no problem (1350 sq ft home)

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With a complete line of room air conditioners, portable air conditioners and dehumidifiers, Frigidaire technology is hard at work to enhance the comfort of your home. Offering a broad range of models and features like single-touch electronic controls, full-function remotes that double as thermostats, portable air conditioners that heat as well as cool and dehumidifies that operate in low temperatures, Frigidaire Home Comfort products are designed to provide you with easy-to-use, quiet, efficient and reliable service. This Frigidaire FAK124R1V Air Conditioner has a 12,000 BTU cooling capacity. It is perfect for large rooms or rooms where supplemental cooling is needed (Up to 640 Square Feet) It features an EER of 9.5. The variable speed fan and 8-way air direction along with Electronic Controls make it easy to operate and with LVC Technology (Low Voltage Compensation), proper operation of the unit is assured when voltage fluctuates below normal levels. Installing the unit is made easy with the Vertical Mounting Kit and filter cleaning is a snap with the tilt-out filter access feature. The FAK124R1V is 20 1/4- inches in height, 14 1/4-inches in width, and 24 1/2-inches in depth, weighs 93 pounds, and uses 115 Volts AC. It requires a window height of 21 1/2 - 40-inches and a width of 15 1/2-inch. Frigidaire provides one year full and five year sealed system warranty.

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7/12/2010

NewAir AC-12000E 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner With R410A Refrigerant Review

NewAir AC-12000E 12,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner With R410A RefrigerantI have always used an evaporative cooler since I live in a low-humidity environment. It works really well unless it get over 96 and this year was especially warm so we decided to get an AC for the bedroom, the warmest room. I did lots of comparing, reviewing and trying to figure out exactly what would end up being the best value. I saw this product and it was something I hoped would work.

It came quickly. The company sends you the FedEx number so you can track it and know when to expect it. After opening it, I was glad we went portable instead of window unit. It looks pretty cool and isn't too huge. The thing for the exhaust in the window looks good when viewed from outside the house. The air comes out very cool and gives instant relief. It isn't loud. The remote is nice - I didn't think we would use but we do. Not having to empty the water is a handy feature also.

I am really happy with this AC. :)

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Product Description:
Focus cool air where it?s needed most with the NewAir AC-12000E 12,000 BTU portable air conditioner! This easy-rolling, compact unit is great for locations where traditional air conditioners aren?t practical. The AC-12000E room air conditioner also uses environmentally friendlier R-410A refrigerant and boasts auto-evaporative technology.
Upgraded Design and Compressor
The AC-12000E now has an upgraded design and more powerful compressor. Uses Eco-Friendly R-410A Refrigerant
R-410A is a more environmentally friendly refrigerant that provides improved cooling and lower energy consumption. Auto-Evaporative System
The NewAir AC-12000E portable air conditioner features a state-of-the-art self-evaporative condensate system. This results in improved cooling efficiency and less condensate accumulation. Requires No Permanent Installation
The NewAir AC-12000E is designed to efficiently cool or dehumidify without permanent installation. The included window kit sets up in just minutes.Convenient Features
This portable air conditioner provides multiple modes of operation and features convenient features such as remote controlled operation, a 24-hour programmable timer and automatic defrost.

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7/11/2010

Frigidaire FAS256R2A 25,000-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Electronic Controls Review

Frigidaire FAS256R2A 25,000-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Electronic ControlsWe love our new airconditioner, we had to run wiring so we had the right type for this machine. But we knew that before hand, it was shipped right to our home we didn't have to lug it anywhere.You walk in our house now and its like we have central air we set the thermostat and away it goes.Ours came just in time for a heat spell so its been close to 100 for days and our home is an oasis.

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Ideal for large-size rooms up to 1672 square feet, this window air conditioner delivers a 25,000-BTU cooling capacity and an energy-efficiency rating of 9.4. The unit's electronic controls with full-function remote capabilities make it simple to operate, while its variable-speed fan, multiple air direction, energy saver and sleep modes, 24-hour on/off timer, and auto cool provide added convenience. The electronic controls also offer a filter-check reminder and clean-air features. For those with allergy problems, the air conditioner includes negative ion generators and electrostatic filter elements to provide excellent air-cleaning performance. Other thoughtful details include low-voltage start-up, dehumidification of 8 pints per hour, a 56-inch power cord, and a clean air ionizer that tilts out for easy cleaning. The unit requires a window height of 19 inches and a width of 31 to 42 inches, and its pleated quick-mount window kit allows for clean, secure installation. Weighing 156 pounds, the air conditioner measures 26-1/2 by 26-1/2 by 18-5/8 inches and carries a one-year full and five-year sealed system warranty.

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7/10/2010

Haier HWR08XC7 8,000-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Remote Control Review

Haier HWR08XC7 8,000-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Remote ControlHave been running it for a week. Here are my observations:

1) This unit is loud. I mean it, it's LOUD!!! Even when running at minimal speed, with "energy saving" mode on. Not sure how many decibels (db) it pumps out, but it's pretty close to my vacuum cleaner. In a 200 sq.ft. room, you won't be able to sleep or watch TV or conduct a conversation with this air conditioner on, granted!

2) It doesn't cool our room (280 sq.ft) well. They say it's 8,000 BTU. Well, I would subjectively say it's closer to 6,000 than 8,000. The outcoming air is just marginally cooler than the room air. Also, the internal temperature sensor is off by about 5 degrees. Right now it shows 68'F, perhaps to look good and show that the A/C is doing it's job... However my wall room thermometer stands 72'F! Well, here in the U.S, we call this cheating. Big no-no.
Bottom line: we're returning this one back, even though we got it cheap, with 30% off the price sticker. Well, now I know why... you get what you pay.

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With a cooling capacity of 8,000 BTUs, this window air conditioner helps maintain a comfortable living space during the hot and muggy summer months. The unit's simple-to-use electronic controls provide a digital time and temperature display, plus a convenient 24-hour on/off timer--great for cooling the living room right before arriving home from work or for keeping the bedroom at a perfect sleeping temperature then turning off on its own in the morning. Choose from three cool settings and three fan speeds. A full-function credit-card-size remote control comes included for changing the settings from across the room. The A/C unit also offers a dehumidification mode that removes excess moisture from the air, which helps prevent mold from growing on surfaces inside the home. Other highlights include top-discharge airflow with four-way airflow direction, an EnviroClean coil, an EER of 9.8, a safety power cord, and ultra-quiet operation. A quick-snap curtain install kit comes included for convenient installation. The air conditioner measures approximately 18-1/2 by 15-1/2 by 12-2/5 inches.

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7/09/2010

SPT SF-610 Portable Evaporative Air Cooler with Ionizer Review

SPT SF-610 Portable Evaporative Air Cooler with IonizerThere are so many things wrong with this unit that I'm surprised I've managed to remember them all.Some other reviewers have touched base on them already, but here are the details:

* You put water and/or ice in the top of the unit; you cannot put water where the ice is and vice-versa.The area where you pour water into is about 3x2 inches in size (yes, really!), while the area for ice is about 7x3 inches.You literally need a funnel or a small plastic tube to fill the unit up with water (see below).But it gets worse...

* Easily the biggest flaw: the water/melted ice goes down a tube and literally into the casing of the unit!There is no water tank, or centralized hold for liquids.The entire bottom of the unit is the "tank", if you can even call it that.

* The two cooling packs provided contain some sort of cheap coolant liquid inside of them -- they do cool quite well, but here's the problem: they'rephysically too large.The cooling packs are dropped into the bottom of the casing (where the water is), right into the water.They don't mount inside anywhere.

* The "door" for the cooling packs is too small for my hand (and I have small hands), which makes removing the cooling packs impossible.It took me a good 5 minutes using a pair of plastic pliers to grab a pack and remove it.The door is held shut with magnets, which is admittedly nice. But the door empties right into the water "tank", which means you might as well fill it up from the side and not the top!What were they thinking when they engineered this thing?!

* Water pump is a pump intended for aquariums.If you open up the back of the unit (which you have to do for water filter cleaning; see below), you can peek inside and see quite clearly printed on the pump "AQUARIUM PUMP". Most aquarium pumps I know are loud, not soft/quiet nor do they hum; and because the pump is screw-mounted to the bottom of the unit (which is plastic), I'm left thinking the entire unit must vibrate heavily when powered on.This makes you question the production quality of this item.

* Water refill line is recessed deep inside the unit due to how the plastic casing is molded; it's impossible to read, and it's incredibly important (see above) to not go above a certain fill line.If you go above the line, water will start to come out of the front of the unit, and the rear of the unit (bottom of where the air filter starts).

* The air/lint filter on the back is easily removable.However, to clean the water filter, you must remove 6 screws and proceed to wiggle/wobble plastic pieces until you pull the back of the unit out.Why screws?Why not some retention plastic, or a clip?Better yet, why not magnets like the ones used on the coolant door?You cannot remove it entirely, because attached to it (permanently) is a bright orange hose connected somewhere within the unit; it has no slack.You need 3-4 hands to do this job.

* The water filter itself is what looks to be nylon webbing, identical to what some people use in a clothes hamper.It's just some cheap mesh with some Velcro on it so you can remove it semi-easily.

* Manual states you must clean the water filter every 2 weeks.Yup, you get to disassemble the unit that often.Fun for the whole family?

* Much to my amusement, the drainage spout (if you need to drain the unit) is directly behind where the AC power cord is.Am I the only one who thinks this is a bad idea?

Should you avoid this product?Absolutely.I'm left wishing I could give this thing negative stars; seriously, SPT should be ashamed for engineering something like this.I realize it's somewhat inexpensive, but what you get for under a hundred US dollars isn't even worth it.

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Product Description:
This Evaporative Air Cooler, Humidifier, and Fan is versatile, lightweight and economical. The Cooler easily rolls from room to room for use anywhere in your house or office. This Air Cooler shoots a stream of air with oscillating louvers, to evenly distribute refreshing cool air. Can also be used as a fan or humidifier if temperature is not an issue. - plus get the air cleaning benefits of the ionic air purifier. The remote control allows you to easily change settings. The Air Cooler works by endothermic reaction (a reaction that consumes heat), so this evaporative Air Cooler sucks air through a wick saturated with water. As the air flows through the wick, some of the water evaporates into the air, consuming the heat that was in the air. An air stream is then blown out the front of the unit and is considerably cooler than the current room temperature! This is not an air conditioner and therefore uses much less energy. The unit works well in dry climates; not very effective in areas with high humidity as the unit utilizes water to cool.

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7/08/2010

DeLonghi PAC W130E 13,000-BTU Eco-Friendly Portable Air Conditioner with Water Technology Review

DeLonghi PAC W130E 13,000-BTU Eco-Friendly Portable Air Conditioner with Water TechnologyI admit, I got suckered into buying this unit because of the marketing and slick featureset. What a disappointment.

I am returning it as quickly as possible, and would probably avoid Delonghi products going forward. I was trying to get information on where to buy replacement filters from Delonghi USA (& Canada), the former did not reply to several emails (USA tech support), and the latter - the Canadian support email bounced (no such mailbox). What a joke.

PROS:
Really nice & modern color scheme, graphite and silver.
Pretty blue LCD that displays everything you need to know.
Eco-friendly refrigerant
Side handles (because its very heavy)
3M Biosilver Techsystem

CONS:
VERY Noisy - sounds like an old dishwasher when cooling in Water to Air mode (swishing noise, I am guessing the rotary engine cooling off using the water).
Water refilling to get optimal cooling (to get 13K BTU) is annoying & frequent (Tested on a very hot day I had to refill it every 6 hours), I would bet that most people would give up on this eventually. Without the water, this unit does 9000 BTU in air cooling.
Huge - This thing is only portable due to the casters. Very bulky.
No Oscillating Louvers! The air is blown up in one direction, no choice.
No information on how (part#?) or where to buy the 3M filters that should be replaced once a year.
Heavy - Perhaps I'm being picky here, but this thing is so heavy (128 lbs).

What I recommend instead: The Sharp CVP10MX, as most people here (Amazon) have had a great experience with it. I recommend you have a look.

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13,000 BTU eco-friendly portable air conditioner with water technology.

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7/07/2010

Unistar 4-in-1 Swamp Cooler with Ionic Air Purifier, DF268. Review

Unistar 4-in-1 Swamp Cooler with Ionic Air Purifier, DF268.pros:
- saves you in energy bills since it can cool the room instead of using the ac
- filters are washable
- the included remote gives you controls even in bed
- the 30 min interval timer feature is great specially when it gets too cold at night

cons:
- the ionizer feature is more of a display light than anything
- needs a weekly maintenance. water mineral builds up at the bottom, if you let it sit for more than a week, taking it out posts a problem.
- if you even find the time to actually clean the insides of the fan and and take out the dusts and water deposits, it would take a lot of patients since the machine wasn't designed for easy disassemble. (you'll need a thin long screw driver to take out some of the screws.)

bottom line:
machine is great as an alternative humidifier and room fan.It is a high maintenance machine make sure you clean it every week or two.

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No installation! Save 95% on your AC electric bill with this 4-in-1 cooler/ionizer/humidifier/fan rolling from room to room! This year, beat high energy costs with the Kaito Air-Cooler-Ionizer-Humidifier, yet the room temperature is reduced by as much as 12 F! The built-in fresh air anion generator releases streams of negative ions that attract dust and other allergens down and out of the air you inhale. Air feels as fresh as after a springtime rain. Rolls easily on large casters to a guest room, an enclosed porch, or to accompany you from room to room. There are no expensive filters to buy; just rinse the permanent filter. Other features include three air speed: H/ M/ L, four modes selectable, 7.5 hour timer and remote control. Unit comes with two ice packs.

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7/06/2010

SPT SF-609 Portable Evaporative Air Cooler with Ionizer Review

SPT SF-609 Portable Evaporative Air Cooler with IonizerTo be fair, the product does not claim to be an air conditioner. However, it does claim to cool 12 degrees cooler, which I didn't find at all. I live in a dry Colorado climate, and still it is barely cooler than a fan. You have to fill it with tons of ice to even get that, and it requires refilling with water and ice often. If you don't clean it at least once a week, it starts smelling really bad.

All this effort of refilling and cleaning is not worth the 3 to 5 degrees cooler you get. For that, I'd rather just plug in a fan and not have to worry about it every day. Save your money and buy a portable air conditioner. It's worth the extra investment, trust me.

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This Evaporative Air Cooler, Humidifier, and Fan with Ionizer is versatile, lightweight and economical. The Cooler easily rolls from room to room for use anywhere in your house or office. This Air Cooler shoots a stream of air with oscillating louvers, to evenly distribute refreshing cool air. Can also be used as a fan or humidifier if temperature is not an issue. - plus get the air cleaning benefits of the ionic air purifier. The remote control allows you to easily change settings.The Air Cooler works by endothermic reaction (a reaction that consumes heat), so this evaporative Air Cooler sucks air through a wick saturated with water. As the air flows through the wick, some of the water evaporates into the air, consuming the heat that was in the air. An air stream is then blown out the front of the unit and is considerably cooler than the current room temperature! This is not an air conditioner and therefore uses much less energy. The unit works well in dry climates; not very effective in areas with high humidity as the unit utilizes water to cool.

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7/05/2010

Sharp CV-P10MX Portable Air Conditioner 9,500 BTU, White Review

Sharp CV-P10MX Portable Air Conditioner 9,500 BTU, WhiteI just purchased this Sharp CV-P10MX from Bed Bath and Beyond for [...]- 20% coupon + 8.25% tax - 5% bonus CASHBACK rebate for using my Discover card. Total net purchase price for me was about [...]. That's the best deal I could find and I didn't have to wait for shipping. I got the A/C unit today.

The unit is big. Look at the measurements carefully before purchasing. You need enough space right next to your window for this unit. Even though this is a portable unit with casters to move it around, the exhaust hose setup is more or less semi-permanent. Once installed it's not meant to be taken off very easily. So keep that in mind. Once you've installed it, you essentially can't use your window again to bring in fresh air--not without taking down the exhaust hose installation.

Don't get me wrong. I LIKE this portable unit quite a bit. I do solidly recommend purchasing this unit if you need a portable AC. For what it does, it does it well. The cooling performance is SOLID! Don't listen to other users with similar NON-Sharp units complaining about it not working or not bringing the temp down enough. They either have faulty units or didn't install the exhaust hose properly. These kind of AC units WORK and they work quite well for what they are designed to do. BUT there are shortcomings with these designs. For one, we have blinds AND curtains installed on our windows. With this portable AC installed on this set of windows, our blinds and curtains become essentially useless. Please keep that in mind. Also, it's a real pain to install the exhaust hosing contraption properly into your window frame and to make sure the insulation is properly insulated. It's not impossible but a real pain.

Another bad design about this particular SHARP unit is that there's no display on the AC unit itself. ONLY the remote has all the info/stats. So you can't tell what's going on with the unit just by looking at it. For example, you can't tell the current temp--or at least what the AC unit thinks is the current temp. You can only set the desired temp. on the remote unit. Additionally, you can't tell what setting the fan is currently running at just by looking at the unit. You have to go check your remote, and even then, you don't really know what the real fan speed is currently running at, only that you've set your remote to a certain setting. If you don't point the remote directly at the unit, it may show that you're running at high speed but really you're running at low or medium speed. It's a bad design pure and simple. The AC unit itself should have a display with all pertinent info AND it should have buttons to allow you to change the settings of the AC unit. As it stands, you can ONLY turn the unit on and off on the unit itself. Everything else is controlled by the remote. Make damn sure you don't lose your remote or else it essentially becomes useless to customization.

Another bad design is that the louvers ONLY automatically adjust UP and DOWN. For side to side adjustment, you have to MANUALLY adjust it by going to the unit itself and using your hands to adjust it. What this means is that you get auto action of up and down but not side to side. If your room is very small, it may suffice for just this up/down action, but if you have a bigger room, you're going to get frustrated with the lack of automatic side to side movement of the louvers. Again, bad design.

One of the biggest reason for getting the SHARP units is how quiet they are suppose to be in the lowest setting--supposedly 36 db--however that is just the sound of the fan operating by itself--meaning when the compressor isn't working to produce the actual COLD air. When the AC unit has kicked in with the compressor, the sound, even at the lowest setting, is not very quiet. It's definitely not something you can fall asleep to unless you get adjusted to the sound. Having said that, the Sharp will be the quietest of all the portable AC units out there. I've done ample research before purchasing this unit and this is by far the most quiet unit on the market today. So if you want the quietest machine, this is the unit to purchase but don't be fooled into thinking that it's truly quiet. It's NOT. It'll take some getting use to before one can go to sleep without ear plugs with this unit on. (I've been using ear plugs since my college dorm days to fall asleep so it doesn't bother me one bit but it will bother others initially I'm certain.)

All in all, I solidly like this unit and I believe it's one of the best out there. I am quite satisfied with this purchase. It will absolutely cool your room. If it doesn't, you've either installed it incorrectly or you have a faulty unit. If installed properly, it WILL work very well. But there are shortcomings--described above--to these portable AC units, by nature of their design, not isolated to SHARP units only. Realize these shortcomings before purchasing these kind of portable AC machines and you won't be very disappointed once you get it home and installed.

I know when the next heat wave comes this way, I'll be sitting happily in my bedroom surfing the net with a very "cool" smile and appreciating my Sharp CV-P10MX very much. :)

(I would give this machine 5 stars if they improved upon the user design. Otherwise very happy with the cooling performance of this Sharp CV-P10MX!)

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This portable AC is so easy to move anywhere in the house.Enjoy quiet cooling with attractive styling.Controls include Cool, Dehumidify, Fan and Ventilate modes.A fully featured remote control with LCD display allows you to control the unit from anywhere in the room. The flexible exhaust hose and window adapter kit allow venting of the hot air, while keeping rain and insects out.

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7/04/2010

Frigidaire FAS226R2A 22,000-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Electronic Controls Review

Frigidaire FAS226R2A 22,000-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Electronic ControlsThis unit works great and extra support brackets are not needed. Two possible small problems that can be avoided. One, pay attention to the fact that there is special power needs for this. You most likely will have to upgrade breakers, wires and plugs to run this. Second, just take the free delivery! I paid the for three to five day delivery. Once they mailed it took longer than that because of size and weight. Early shipping allowed it to meet the quoted time but the delivery time was off. Save your money.

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Ideal for large-size rooms up to 1435 square feet, this window air conditioner delivers a 22,000-BTU cooling capacity and an energy-efficiency rating of 9.4. The unit's electronic controls with full-function remote capabilities make it simple to operate, while its variable-speed fan, multiple air direction, energy saver and sleep modes, 24-hour on/off timer, and auto cool provide added convenience. For those with allergy problems, the air conditioner includes negative ion generators and electrostatic filter elements to provide excellent air-cleaning performance. Other thoughtful details include low-voltage start-up, dehumidification of 7-1/5 pints per hour, a 52-inch power cord, and a clean air ionizer that tilts out for easy cleaning. The unit requires a window height of 19 inches and a width of 31 to 42 inches, and its pleated quick-mount window kit allows for clean, secure installation. Weighing 136 pounds, the air conditioner measures 26-1/2 by 26-1/2 by 18-5/8 inches and carries a one-year full and five-year sealed system warranty.

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7/02/2010

8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner - EdgeStar Review

8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner - EdgeStarSo, I live in a studio. Not verybig at all. You would think this air conditioner would be able to handle keeping it cool. Well, not so much.

Regardless of how low I set it, or how long I kept it running, it kept my studio at 78 degrees. It was actually a better deal to shut it off, open the windows/door and let the air circulate. It actually got cooler in there once I did that.

Moreover, the hose you connect to the window vent is an eye sore, and isn't flexible enough to let your place the unit somewhere convenient. So you end up having to leave the A/C unit in the middle of the room instead of neatly in a corner or against the wall because the vent hose doesn't allow otherwise.

This is pretty much the worse purchase I have made in a LONG time. Worse of all, it doesn't even make sense for me to return it. The seller charges as 12% "re-stocking fee". Moreover, I would need to carry the huge 70+lbs box up and down stairs to get it back to my work so UPS can pick it up. The box is very flimsy once you remove the nylon ribbons that it comes sealed with, and doesn't really allow you to transport it without spending some money on repackaging.

So yeah, I'm stuck with a $300 70+lbs paper weight. Good times.

[EDITED 07/30]: So I was contacted by the seller (CompactApplience) and their conclusion was that my studio was too big for the 8,000 BTU rating. They actually let me return just the A/C unit without having to worry about packing all the awkwardly-shaped pieces, and reimbursed me for everything, including shipping. Although I've decided NOT to try a different unit with a greater BTU rating, I'm leaving this review here so that hopefully people looking into buying this or any other unit are aware of the importance of considering the size of the room you're trying to cool down when you choose the unit BTU. I was remotely aware of that, but didn't look too much into it, and you saw what happened... Luckily for me, the seller handled the situation superbly well. A happy ending, after all. :)

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The EdgeStar 8,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner (AP8000W) is an ultra-compact portable air conditioner that delivers a frigid blast of cold air and fits in almost any space. This compact portable air conditioner is stocked full of features. It is capable of cooling up to a 225 square foot room, while offering a dehumidifying function and three speed fan.The EdgeStar AP8000W portable air conditioner is our value choice pick for those customers that are looking for a great price, but don't want to sacrifice quality or features in their purchasing decision. This EdgeStar portable air conditioner also has an adjustable 24 hour timer, so you can set it and forget it. This is a great unit for situations in which you need a stylish unit that provides powerful cooling and versatile operation.This portable air conditioner is environmental friendly and meets new RoHS standards. RoHS, also known as the lead-free directive, stands for Restriction of Hazardous Substances. The goal of RoHS is to restrict the amount of certain toxins in electronic and electrical equipment such as lead, mercury, and cadmium. This restriction lessens the harmful impact these toxins can have on the environment and allows for the safer disposal and recycling of electronics and electrical equipment.

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7/01/2010

Frigidaire FAM156R1A 15,100-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Electronic Controls Review

Frigidaire FAM156R1A 15,100-BTU Window Air Conditioner with Electronic ControlsI have been using this unit in the hottest summer on record in Phoenix and it has performed great. Installation was typical of a window unit and was not a problem at all. The manual states that if the unit go on and off quickly to move the temperature sensoraway from the cooling coils. I tried this and it didn't stay in place so I put a piece of foam weatherstripping behind it to hold it out from the coils and the unit has worked great since. The remote sensor feature really makes this unit work well and cools the place down. Noise isn't bad for this size unit.

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