VERY IMPORTANT！

Do not install or use your portable air conditioner unit

before carefully reading this instruction manual.
MODEL: GDC9RWA / GDC12RBA / GDC12RWA Please retain this manual for product warranty and
GDC12RCWA / GDC12RCBA / GDC14RBA future reference
GDC14RWA / GDC14RCWA / GDC14RCBA
CAUTION！
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 1." DO NOT BLOCK VENTILATION "! Please make sure the inlet and outlet
ventilation is not blocked at all times.
2. Operate this unit on a horizontal surface to avoid water leakage.
3. Do not operate this unit in an explosive or corrosive atmosphere.
4. Operate this unit in an ambient temperature of 17~43 degrees Celsius when
switched to cooling and when switched to heating, the ambient operating
temperature should be 5~23 degrees Celsius.
5. Clean the air filter periodically to enjoy the most efficient cooling.
6. When the unit is turned off, please wait at least 3 minutes before restarting it.
This is to prevent the compressor from being damaged.
7. This unit needs to be plugged into a 10 Amp power point.
Please do not use any extension cords with this unit.
8. This unit is for indoor operation only.
9. Make sure the adjustable air vent is open, and also the exhaust pipe and drain pipe if
fitted are extended to the closest window before using.
10. When the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer,
its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid hazard.
11. The batteries, from the remote control, must be removed from the appliance
before it is scrapped and must be disposed of safely.
12. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER

person responsible for their safety.
13. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
 Important. CONTENTS
The air conditioning unit must always be stored and 1 / Air control unit
transported upright.
In case of doubt we suggest to wait for at least 24 2 / 1-remote control unit
hours before you start the air-conditioning unit. 3/ Window kit

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SELECTION

OF A QUALITY PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER

PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER

Your Air Conditioner has been designed and manufactured to the
highest standards of modern engineering.
One of its many features is a remote control device which allows you
to control all functions conveniently.
- Moves easily from room to room on easy glide castors
- No installation required-just plug into any household 10 Amp
power outlet
- Refrigerated air system designed to cool instantly whenever
you want it
- Heated air system design heats instantly whenever you
want it
- Powerful dehumidification process and filtered air cycle for
improved breathing conditions
- If the remote control function is not required, your one touch
electronic pad provides easy to identify manual operation
- 24 hour programmable timer that can be used with either the air
conditioning or dehumidification setting
- Unique sleep control function
- 220-240 Volt 50Hz operation
- 1.6 meter cord with plug
NAMES OF THE PARTS PUSH BUTTON SWITCHES & DESCRIPTION OF FUNCTION

1. Push button switch

2. Display screen

3. Adjustable air vent

4. Window kit adaptor

5. Exhaust tube

6. Drain hose ( cooling &heating

model only)

1. POWER KEY Press to turn unit "ON" or "OFF".

2. FUNCTION Press this key to select refrigeration, heat or dehumidification.

(Heating function is only available in the following models: GDC12RCWA / GDC12RCBA /

GDC14RCWA / GDC14RCBA)

3. TEMPERATURE REGULATION KEY (UP)

This key raises the preset temperature by 1℃ each time it is pressed to a maximum of 30℃

4. TEMPERATURE REGULATION KEY (DOWN)

7. Cool inlet This key lowers the preset temperature by 1℃ each time it is pressed to a minimum of 17℃.

8. Cool air filter ※ In normal conditions, the temperature data which appears on the panel is the ambient
temperature, not the temperature which is set by the user. When the user has adjusted
9. Hot inlet
and set the temperature to desired level, the data on the panel will return to the ambient
10. Drain plug temperature 5 seconds later.
11. Hot air filter The ambient temperature will descend or change according to the temperature which is
set by the user, but the temperature descendant time and speed will depend on the
environment and space where it operates.
For example, if the ambient temperature is too hot or the room is too large, the rate at
Note: make sure drain plug is fitted before use. ( 10 ) which the temperature descends will be slow, and the cooling efficiency will be poor as
well.
 
5. L.E.D. DISPLAY Indicates the current room temperature or the time setting. If it’s cally after the set time is over.

adjusted by the user the display will return to the pre-set temperature
8. SLEEP CONTROL When setting the "sleep comfort" mode please ensure that you
automatically.
FUNCTION then set the number of hours required and press the timer
Error Display
E1: Indicates open circuit or short circuit in room temperature sensor. button till those hours are indicated on the L.E.D display. After
E2: Indicates open circuit or short circuit in pipe temperature sensor.
setting the hours the L.E.D. display will automatically return to
E7: Indicates the water is full inside.
Please contact an authorized service centre if any of the above error messages are shown. the current pre-set temperature. To increase this setting press

the "UP" button and for each press, the temperature will be
6. SPEED Press to select LOW, MEDIUM, HIGH or AUTO fan speed.
increased by 1℃. Likewise to set for a lower temperature, press
If "AUTO" is selected, the unit operates at maximum cooling
capacity when the room temperature less the setting temperature the “DOWN” button and for each press, the temperature will be

is above 2℃. decreased by 1℃.

When the room temperature less the set temperature is below During the course of this cycle, to ensure maximum sleep
2℃, the unit operates at middle cooling capacity. comfort, the micro-processor memory will raise the pre-set
When the room temperature equal the set temperature, the temperature 0.5℃ each half hour to a maximum of 2℃ over two
unit operates at minimum capacity. hours and then maintain that temperature for the balance of the
If "HIGH" is selected, the unit operates at maximum cooling time set.
capacity regardless of the pre-set temperature. Similar operation is The portable air conditioner is fitted with a 3 minute compressor
applied when "MEDIUM" OR “LOW" is manually selected. delay protection circuit which simply means that the compressor
requires 3 minutes to start. From either being switched on, or
7. PROGRAMMABLE Programmable timer ON/OFF key. when changing from “dehumidify” to any air conditioning cycle
TIMER TIMER-ON: The timer-on key is used to turn the unit on chosen.
automatically when the set time is reached.

(The indicator light will be turned on when the timer is 9.”E7” When the unit warns of full water, please unplug the water

functioning.) stopper at the back of the unit and then lean the unit to drain the
water out. Then the unit can be restarted. If the error: E7 is
1. Press the "TIMER" key at stand-by status to set the time.
presented again, please find a specialized person to repair.
Choose the function desired (refrigeration, heat or
dehumidification.)
2. Once the set hour has come to an end, the unit will turn on Note: Heating function does not operate if the ambient temperature is over 23℃.
automatically. Cooling function does not operate if the ambient temperature is over 43℃.
3. If you press the “POWER” key before the timer is complete, the
(Heating function is only available in the following models: GDC12RCWA / GDC12RCBA /
set time will be cancelled and the unit will remain turned on.
GDC14RCWA / GDC14RCBA)
TIMER-OFF: The timer-off is used to turn the unit off automati-
REMOTE CONTROL FUNCTION
INSTALLATION
Install the portable air conditioner in a flat and spacious location where
the air inlets and outlets will not be blocked. A minimum clearance of
40cm from a wall or other obstacles should be kept (as pictured below ).
The appliance should not be used in the laundry.

NOTICE
1. POWER ON/OFF switch
For Reverse cycle Cooling / Heating models only. (GDC12RCWA /
2. FUNC Function “MODE” selector
GDC12RCBA / GDC14RCWA / GDC14RCBA)
3. TIMER Hourly programming
This unit can evaporate the condensation and flow out through the
4. AUTO Automatic fan speed
5. HI High fan speed exhaust hose automatically when the unit is in the cooling function.
6. MID Medium fan speed Contrarily when the unit is in heating function and the water level reaches
7. LOW Low fan speed the detected level, it will begin to pump for sixty seconds. After sixty
8. SLEEP Night operation selector seconds in the pump function, if the water level is still on the detected
9. TEMP. Temperature selector level, the unit will stop working and present "E7" warning. Then after
three seconds of revealing error, the unit will rework automatically.
Please make sure the drain plug is fitted to the drain outlet before use
(10), and the exhaust and drain pipe is extended to the closest window
when the unit is running.
 To remove the air filter, please follow the arrow direction and push the
filter lightly. Then take out the filter for cleaning.

MAINTENANCE
PLEASE DISCONNECT THE POWER CORD BEFORE.

AIR FILTER
The air filter located on both sides of the unit can be removed, simply by POWER SUPPLY
pulling the frame in an upward motion. (1) Confirm the correct power.
(2) Insert the plug into the power outlet firmly.
In case of a dangerous water leak, prevent the power cord from
getting wet.
CONDENSER/EVAPORATOR (3) Don’t pull the power cord by force because it will cause damage to
Use a brush attachment with a vacuum cleaner. the power cables.

CABINET
PLACE FOR USE
Wipe with a damp cloth and polish with a soft cloth.
(1) Because the machine exerts hot air, please don’t operate it in a confined
place.
(2) Don’t place the machine in a sunlit corner otherwise the colours of the
cabinet will fade.
HELPFUL HINTS
This unit is fitted with a special thermal cut off device.

When selecting the refrigerating function, the unit should operate in

room temperatures between 17-43℃, and when selecting the heating

function the room temperature must be between 5-23℃.

Please ensure the unit is not placed against objects which will

obstruct air intake e.g. furniture or curtains as this will affect it's

performance drastically.

Do not place the unit in direct sunlight, as this may cause the unit to

overheat and turn off.

EXHAUST PIPE AND DRAIN PIPE

● To remove exhaust pipe, press down slightly and pull away from the unit.
● Picture indicates the removal of the exhaust pipe.
● Make sure the exhaust pipe and the drain pipe are extended to the
closest window.
TROUBLE SHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS
Never try to repair or dismantle the air conditioner yourself. Unauthorized repairs may Model No. GDC9RWA GDC12RWA / GDC12RBA
result in the loss of warranty and can endanger the user and the property. Power Source 220-240V~ 50Hz AC 220-240V~ 50Hz AC
Problem Cause Solution Power Consumption 1080W 1452W
The air No power supply. Connect to a functioning outlet (EN14511)
conditioner does and switch on. Rated Power 1250W 1480W
not function. The alarm light is on. Empty the internal water (EN60335)

container. Cooling Capacity 2600W 3500W

3
Air Flow 400 M /H 420 M3/H
Timer function is active. Deactivate TIMER function.
Moisture Removed 32 L/DAY 50 L/DAY
The air In direct sunlight. Close curtains.
Refrigerant R410A R410A
conditioner does
Windows or doors open, Close doors and windows, place 2
not seem to Min. room size 10m 10m2
many people or a heat an extra air conditioner.
perform. Dimensions (mm) 476W x 358D x 840H 476W x 358D x 840H
source in the room.
Dirty filter Clean the filter(s). Net Weight 28.5KG 29.5KG
Air inlet or air outlet blocked. Remove the blockage.
Model No. GDC12RCWA / GDC12RCBA GDC14RWA / GDC14RBA
Room temperature lower Change temperature selection.
Power Source 220-240V~ 50Hz AC 220-240V~ 50Hz AC
than the selected value.
Power Consumption
The unit is noisy. Unit is not level. Place on an even, solid surface
Cooling / Heating 1452W / 1452W 1660W
(less vibrations.)
(EN14511)
The compressor The overheat protection is Wait 30 minutes until the
does not work. probably activated. temperature has decreased, then Rated Power
turn the unit on again. (EN60335) 1480W 1700W
The remote Distance too long. Make sure the remote control is
Cooling Capacity 3500W 4000W
control does not correctly aimed at the control
Remote control signal not Heating Capacity 3500W N/A
function. panel.
detected by the control 3
Air Flow 420 M /H 450 M3/H
panel.
The batteries are drained Replace the batteries.
Moisture Removed 50 L/DAY 60 L/DAY

To correct problems not mentioned in the table and/or if the recommended solutions fail Refrigerant R410A R410A
2
to solve the problem, please contact an authorized service centre. Min. room size 10m 10m2
Please contact Glen Dimplex for your nearest authorized service agent: Dimensions (mm) 476W x 358D x 840H 476W x 358D x 840H
Australia – 1300 556 816 New Zealand – (09) 274 8265 Net Weight 30.5KG 31.5KG
 Model No. GDC14RCWA / GDC14RCBA

Power Source 220-240V~ 50Hz AC

Power Consumption 1660W/1660W
(EN14511)
Rated Power
(EN60335)
1700W

Cooling Capacity 4000W

Heating Capacity 4000W

Air Flow 450 M3/H

Moisture Removed 60 L/DAY

Refrigerant R410A
2
Min. room size 10m

Dimensions (mm) 476W x 358D x 840H

Net Weight 32.5KG

If you have any issues with your unit, please contact Glen Dimplex for
your nearest service agent. Proof of purchase is required at the time of
service.

Glen Dimplex Australasia Ltd Glen Dimplex Australia Pty Ltd

38 Harris Road, East Tamaki, 2/205 Abbotts Road,
Manukau, Auckland 2013 Dandenong South VIC 3175
New Zealand Australia
Ph: (09) 274 8265 Ph: 1300 556 816
Fx: 0800 112 020 Fx: 1800 058 900