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How can an air conditioner be called portable if it has to be vented out of a window?
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∙ 11y ago
It is portable because it plugs into an electric outlet instead of being wired directly to a dedicated mains circuit. Even though it is difficult to remove an AC unit from a window and place it in another, it is possible to do so without causing any permanent changes to either window or AC unit. While heavy, it is light enough that 2 people can carry it without extra equipment. That makes it technically portable.
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How do you vent a portable air conditioner?
Portable air conditioners come with a vent hose that can be placed in a nearby window or vented through a hole in the wall like your clothes dryer.
Is it safe to vent a portable air conditioner into a garage that has an open window?
No. Air conditioners should not be vented into a closed garage (even if there is an open window). Heat buildup poses increased risk for fires.
What is considered a mobile air conditioner?
A mobile air conditioner, also called a portable air conditioner, is a smaller air conditioning unit ideal for places where a larger window unit is not feasible. The portable units can be moved from room to room, as they are a lot smaller than the window units and, therefore, portable.
Can you use a window air conditioner as a portable air conditioner?
You can move your window air conditioner anywhere you want to put it as long as it sits in the window.
How do you install a portable air conditioner into a casement crank out window?
One way would be to remove the window panel from the enclosure and build a frame to fit the air conditioner tightly into the hole.
Must all portable air conditioners be externally vented?
Yes, they do have to be exhausted, unfortunately. They all have to have somewhere to expel the heat energy they have removed from the room being cooled. However, there are multiple options you can use when exhausting the unit. One creative portable AC owner replaced his fireplace screen with a sheet of polycarbonate plastic that was custom cut to adapt to the exhaust hose fittings of his single hose portable air conditioner. This kind of installation will not work with a Dual hose air conditioner. But if you are a bit creative, there are many ways to exhaust the hot air created by a portable air conditioner.
Does it cost a lot more to get a freestanding portable air conditioner?
Portable A/C units typically cost more than a comaparable window unit.
What is the difference between a window air conditioner and a through the wall air conditioner?
Usually the manner in which the unit vents. Window air conditioners are contained in a case that has vent holes on the top and side while wall air conditioners are vented in the rear.
Can you hook a portable air conditioner up to the existing ventilation or do I have to put it in a window?
You may want to check out Youtube.com for instructions on your Portable Air Conditioner. They have how to's and instructional videos on how to get things complete safely and accurately.
How do you install a portable air conditioner in a horizontal sliding window?
You would put it in like you are going to install an vertical conditioner only, you put it in the opposite direction.
Does a portable cooling fan cool the air?
If it is just a fan, it will not cool it, it will simply blow the air around. To cool the air, you need a portable air conditioner. This will suck air in, cool it down, vent the hot air out (usually through the window, but can also be vented out through the roof or into a different room) and put the remaining cool air back into your room.
What air conditioning tools are needed for connection?
This answer depends on if the air conditioner is portable or permanent. With a portable air conditioner you need a hose (if equipped, this comes with the free standing air conditioners) to vent out the hot air. But with the air conditioner that sits in the window you need a screw driver, screws and plastic curtains that go around the air conditioner to block off the rest of the window. On a permanent air conditioner that is built in the house it is best to have a professional install it because they are licensed to do so and will be equipped with all the tools needed.
