BLACK+DECKER 8,500 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
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About BLACK+DECKER 8,500 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
Overall Feedback:
77% positive
73% highlighted the control options, yet 27% found them complex
I have noticed that the controls of the evaporative-coolers are very sensitive to accidental touch by kids and their toys. Unfortunately, there is no child lock-out feature, so the only option is to tape a box over the controls.
When I use the 'follow me' function with the remote, the AC over-cools, defeating the purpose of that feature. Additionally, the fan is on all the time in that mode, making it less energy efficient.
The remote control is difficult to read in daylight and not at all in the dark as it does not light up.
71% found it energy efficient; but 29% noticed a spike
The energy efficiency of the evaporative-cooler is impressive as it has a sustained draw low enough to allow for installation of a pair in two rooms sharing an electrical circuit.
I need the cooler to maintain a consistent temperature range and avoid wasting electricity by overcooling like many A/Cs do.
69% liked the cooling capacity ; nonetheless, 31% found it insufficient
I need the cooler to maintain a consistent temperature range and avoid wasting electricity. However, in use, the temperature swings inconsistently and I have to keep adjusting it.
