Whynter ARC-14S 14,000
air Conditioner, * Full thermostatic control, * Remote control, 3 fan speeds, window kit length 20".Upgraded Plastic window kit, 14,000 BTU Dual hose Portable air Conditioner, Activated carbon filter plus Storage bag, washable pre filter, Three operational modes, digital readout, a 500 square feet space, Patented auto drain function, 101 pints, * Maximum power consumption, optimum performance, 61 F 89 F, 1250 W 10.8 a
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About Whynter ARC-14S 14,000
Overall Feedback:
73% positive
80% liked the cooling capacity, although 20% felt it could be more efficient
The Whynter unit can cool down a room of approximately 250 sq ft.
The portable air conditioner effectively cools the room.
I am comfortable sitting in my living room even when it is 95 degrees outside at 11 pm.
In one hour, I cooled a large open hallway down from 80 to 78 degrees using the portable air conditioner.
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83% were impressed with the noise level, yet 17% found it slightly bothersome
Even with the compressor running, I can stand right next to it and speak without raising my voice.
In front of the unit, the sound level is 61 decibels which is decent considering its size.
I had to walk into the smaller room to check if the unit was still on because the sound level was so low.
The noise level is appropriate for the coolness of the air and fan speed, but I can see why people think it's loud.
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81% highlighted the portability and mobility, but 19% found it cumbersome
The portable air conditioner has wheels on the bottom, making it easy to move between rooms.
I have tested the portable air conditioner in different rooms as per the manufacturer's compatible room chart.
The portable air conditioner is heavy and not very portable. I had to struggle to get it to the second floor of my home. Although it has wheels, it is not easy to move between floors without an elevator.
When unpacked, the unit weighs around 80lbs and is quite heavy.
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84% commented on the air Filtration system
After realizing my mistake of not cleaning the carbon filter for a year, I cleaned it and the AC unit started performing like new. This indicates that our air filtration system is effective in removing dust allergens and other particles from the air.
The air conditioner's filter effectively removes foul odors and allergens, even with pets in the house.
I added filters to the intake hose to keep the internals clean from dust build-up. This indicates that the air filtration system is inadequate in removing dust allergens and other particles from the air.
As an asthmatic and allergy sufferer, I can attest that the air filtration system effectively removes dust allergens and other particles from the air. The air in my room feels great and it helps alleviate my respiratory symptoms.
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86% found the ventilation options useful, while 14% were indifferent
I appreciate the Whynter portable air conditioner's unique feature of having a second hose that brings in fresh air from outside to the unit, instead of using intake vents inside the unit that use the air from within the house. This feature makes a huge difference and I have been delighted with the great job the a/c has done in hot/humid weather.
I opened up the exhaust hose to its max length and exhausted it out a window.
The intake hose pulls ambient air from another room to exhaust some of it out without taking any conditioned air out of the room.
The model uses dual rotary fans to move two different flows of air through its system. One of the fans removes the extracted hot air from the unit out the window.
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84% appreciated the remote control, however 16% found them unnecessary
My favorite part of the AC is the remote control and timer function.
The remote control is mediocre and can only be used line-of-sight.
The remote control is super simple and has limited functionality.
I am not satisfied with the remote control of the portable air conditioner. Its range is very limited and I need to sit up and lean over to get the remote within a few feet of the unit in order for it to work.
79% found it quick to install, yet 21% encountered difficulties
The installation process was easy and made a huge difference.
The installation process was quick.
The installation process was very simple.
The installation process of the Whynter model was relatively easy, although the directions could have been better.
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