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How do you set up a portable air conditioner?

If you set up a portable air conditioner in the wrong way, it doesn't cool properly on a warm summer's day. In this article, we'll explain in 5 steps how you properly set up a portable air conditioner. That way, you get the most out of your air conditioner.

Set up portable air conditioner

Exhaust hose portable air conditioner

It's important to keep a couple of things in mind during the setup:

  • Step 1: place the air conditioner close to a window or an exterior door

  • Step 2: make sure there's a socket nearby

  • Step 3: keep the exhaust hose as straight as possible

  • Step 4: keep the surroundings of the air conditioner in mind

  • Step 5: use a window seal kit

Step 1: place the air conditioner near a window or exterior door

Portable air conditioner window exterior door

A portable air conditioner leads the warm air outside via the exhaust hose. That's why you should always place the air conditioner near a window that can open or an exterior door.

Step 2: make sure there's a socket nearby

Plug portable air conditioner socket

Don't extend the cord of a portable air conditioner with an extension cord. This can be dangerous. That's why you should keep the length in mind, so you're sure it can reach the socket.

Step 3: keep the exhaust hose as straight as possible

Exhaust hose portable air conditioner

Keep the exhaust hose as horizontal as possible. The more vertical the hose, the less powerfully the air conditioner cool.

Step 4: check the surroundings of the air conditioner

Surroundings portable air conditioner

Before you turn on the air conditioner, check if the curtains are closed and if unnecessary devices are turned off. Such as a television or radio you aren't using. That way, you know for sure nothing stands in the way of your portable air conditioner.

Step 5: use a window seal kit

Use a window seal kit to make sure the warm air stays outside. This window seal kit covers the crevices next to the window. Air conditioners often include a basic window seal kit, but this might not fit on your type of window. That's why it's smart to check which type of window seal kit is included.

What should you not do?

Portable air conditioner manual

Above, you can read how to set up your portable air conditioner for the best result. There are also some things you shouldn't do. You shouldn't extend the drain hose, for example. You're also never supposed to lead it to a different room or hallway. Every air conditioner is different. That's why you should always read the manual of your air conditioner.

Julie
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Julie Air Conditioner Expert.
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