JACP-051 - Air-conditioner Jocel - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Portable Air Conditioner
Brand	Jocel
Model	JACP-051
Cooling Capacity	12000 BTU/hr (3024 Kcal/hr, 3529 W)
Heating Capacity	12500 BTU/hr (3150 Kcal/hr, 3676 W)
Power Consumption (Cooling)	850W / 4.2A
Power Consumption (Heating)	960W / 4.5A
Air Flow Rate (Max)	520 m³/h
Dehumidification Capacity	31.2 L/day
Recommended Room Size	24 m² (up to 50 m³)
Power Supply	230V / 50Hz / 1 Phase
Compressor Type	Rotary
Refrigerant	R-407C (480 g)
Fan Speeds	2 (Low/High)
Timer	Mechanical 1-8h / Electronic 1-12h
Operating Temperature (Cooling)	18°C - 32°C
Operating Temperature (Heating)	5°C - 27°C
Exhaust Hose Size	∅120 mm x 1500 mm
Net Weight	31.5 kg
Dimensions (W x D x H)	430 x 395 x 758 mm
Remote Control	Yes (requires 2 AAA batteries)
Filter	Active carbon filter (washable)
Safety Features	Anti-frost, overheat protection, full water indicator
Additional Features	Continuous drainage option, carrying handles, casters

Frequently Asked Questions - JACP-051 Jocel

How do I install the exhaust hose?

Use the supplied foam strips or a 130mm wall hole. Insert the outward adaptor through the window or wall, attach the hose, and connect the inward adaptor to the unit. Keep the hose as short as possible (300 to 1500 mm) and avoid kinks.

What should I do when the 'full water' indicator lights up?

Turn off the unit and drain the water by removing the drain knob and rubber plug at the back. Position a container underneath, drain the water, then replace the plug and knob firmly. Alternatively, use continuous drainage by attaching the drain tube.

How do I clean the air filter?

Remove the filter frame, take out the active carbon filter, and gently vacuum or tap off loose dust. Rinse the filter under running water (max 40°C), dry thoroughly before reinstalling. Never operate the unit without the filter.

Can I use an extension cord?

The manual does not recommend extension cords. Always plug directly into a properly grounded outlet. If absolutely necessary, use a heavy-duty cord rated for the unit's power consumption, but it is safer to avoid.

Why does the compressor stop intermittently?

The compressor may stop due to the thermostat (room temperature reached), full water tank, or overheat protection (if the ambient temperature is too high or exhaust blocked). Wait 3 minutes before restarting.

How do I use the heating function?

Select heating mode using the MODE button. Ensure the exhaust hose is properly installed to expel cool air outdoors. For continuous heating, set the thermostat above room temperature. The anti-frost function may pause heating temporarily to defrost.

What is the recommended room size for this air conditioner?

The unit is designed for rooms up to 24 m² (about 50 m³). For best efficiency, keep doors and windows closed and close curtains during the hottest part of the day.

How do I set the timer?

For electronic models: Press the TIMER button and use the up/down buttons to set the desired operating time (1-12 hours). The unit will turn off automatically when the time elapses. You can also pre-set a delayed start by pressing TIMER before turning on the unit.

What does the anti-frost function do?

When the unit is in heating mode at low ambient temperatures, frost may form on the coils. The anti-frost function pauses heating temporarily to melt the frost, then automatically resumes heating. This is normal.

How do I store the air conditioner at the end of the season?

Drain any water from the unit, then run it on fan-only mode for a few hours to dry the interior. Clean or replace the filter, unplug and store the power cord as shown in the manual, and keep the unit in its original packaging or covered in a cool, dry place.

USER MANUAL JACP-051 Jocel

	JACP-051
Cooling capacity	12000 BTU/hr
	3024 Kcal/hr
	3529 watts
Heating capacity	12500 BTU/hr
	3150 Kcal/hr
	3676 watts
Power/Ampere consumption for cooling*	850W/ 4.2A
Power/Ampere consumption for heating*	960W/ 4.5A
Air volume (max. speed)	520m3/h
Humidity removal capacity	31.2L/day
Recommended room size	24m2
Power supply	230V/50Hz/l phase
Compressor	rotary
Refrigerant	R-407C
Refrigerant load*	480 g
Fan speed	2
Timer	mechanical switch 1 ~ 8 hours electronic switch 1 ~ 12 hours
Working temperature	Cooling: 18 ~ 32°C Heating: 5 ~ 27°C
Exhaust pipe	∅ 120x1500mm
Net Weight	31.5 kgs
Dimension	430 x 395 x 758 mm (WxDxH)

REMARK:

1. The data marked with '*' may vary for technical reasons: for greater precision, please refer to the rating label placed at the back of the unit.
2. Measuring condition for above is: Cooling - RT27°C, RH60%

Heating - RT20°C, RH60%

*RT means room temperature, RH means room humidity.

GENERAL SAFETY

• ONLY USE IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION ON A FLAT LEVEL SURFACE AND AT LEAST 50cm FROM ANY OBJECTS (Fig 1 & 4).
• DO NOT PLACE OBJECTS ON THE UNIT OR RESTRICT AIR INLET / OUTLET (FIG. 2).
• CLOSELY SUPERVISE ANY CHILDREN AND PETS WHEN UNIT IS IN USE.

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FIG. 1

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.
- SWITCH OFF AND UNPLUG WHEN NOT IN USE.
• DO NOT USE IN HUMID OR WET ENVIRONMENTS (FIG 3)
- DO NOT PULL THE UNIT ALONG BY THE CORD.
- IF THE SUPPLY CORD IS DAMAGED, IT MUST BE REPLACED BY AN ELECTRICIAN OR SIMILARLY QUALIFIED PERSON, TO AVOID HAZARD.

FOR MAXIMUM EFFICENCY

• Do not exceed the recommended room size 50m^3 (typically 20m^2 floor area)
• Close doors and windows
• Keep curtains of blinds closed during the sunniest part of the day
• Keep filters clean
• Once room has reached the desired conditions, reduce temperature and ventilation settings

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FIG. 2

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FIG.3

Front

1. Control Panel
2. Air outlet
3. Carrying handle
4. Caster

Back

1. Air filter
2. Air inlet
3. Exhaust air outlet
4. Cord storage
5. Water stopper / drainage point

Accessories

1. Inward adaptor - for insertion over hose and into back of the air conditioner.
2. Outward adaptor - for insertion over hose and into foam strip (or into hole in the wall/window).
3. Exhaust hose
4. Foam strip - for filling the open window space and with hole for connection to exhaust hose.
5. Foam strip - for filling the open window space
6. Round cap for filling the hole in wall/window.
7. Drain tube for continuous drainage
8. Active carbon filter
9. Remote control (for electronic type only)

Installation of the exhaust pipe

The unit is a portable air conditioner that may be moved from room to room.

1. Using the foam strips

• Offer foam strips to the window gap and cut to size if necessary.
• Feed exhaust hose through the foam strip and insert strip into window gaps as shown and slide window across so that foam is held securely. This technique may also be used for sash windows. Note: Take care to maintain protection against intruders

2. Using the adaptor

• Cut a 130mm diameter hole in the wall or window.
• Feed exhaust hose through the window or wall and attach the threaded adaptor from the outside as shown.
• When not in use, plug the hole with the cover provided.

Mounting of the exhaust pipe

• Use only the hose provided and clip exhaust hose and unit adaptor to the back of the air conditioner
• Avoid kinks and bends in the exhaust hose as this will cause expelled moist air to build up causing the unit to overheat and shut down. Fig 8 & 9 show correct position
• The hose may be extended from 300mm to 1500mm but for maximum efficiency use the shortest length possible.

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FIG.8

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FIG.9

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FIG.10

WARNING!

The length of the exhaust pipe is specially designed according to the specification of this product. Do not replace or prolong it with your own private hose as this could cause the unit to mal-function.

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Installation of the carbon filter

1. Remove the filter frame from the unit.
2. Separate the filter fixer from the filter frame.
3. Remove the active carbon filter from its plastic bag.
4. Insert the active carbon filter into the filter frame.
5. Fix the filter by reassembling the fixer onto the filter frame.
6. Re-fit the filter frame inside the unit.

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Setting temperature

Turn the THERMOSTAT to regulate the temperature you desired. The cooling intensity is increasing clockwise..

Set timer

Set the TIMER to the desired operating time (1 to 8 hours). When the set time has been reached, the machine will shut off automatically.

Regulating air flow direction

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FIG.16

Turn the roller on the air vent in horizontal way to control the air flow direction.

NOTICE!

1. To prolong the compressor's life, after switch-off of the unit, please wait for 3 minutes (at least) before re-switch.

2. The cooling system will switch off if the ambient temperature is lower than the set one. The ventilation, however, keeps working on the set level. If the ambient temperature rises above the selected level, the cooling will return to work.

3. On the contrary, the heating will switch off if the ambient temperature is HIGHER than the set one (still, the ventilation keeps working on the set level). As the ambient temperature drops below the selected level, the heating will return to work.

4. This machine is equipped with ANTI-FROST function. While using the heating function during low temperature, sometimes the heating will stop for a while in order to melt the frost. As this occurs, just wait for the heating returns to work.

Control panel

FIG.17

1. Automatic mode indicator
2. Cooling mode indicator
3. Fan mode indicator
4. Heating mode indicator (For cool & heat models only.)
5. Compressor operation indicator
6. 'Room temperature' indicator
7. 'Set temperature' indicator
8. Timer operation indicator

9. Low ventilation indicator

10. High ventilation indicator

11. ON/OFF (power) button
12. Mode (function) option button
13. Speed (ventilation) button
14. Timer button
15. 'Temperature up' button
16. 'Temperature down' button
17. Display window
18. Receiver for remote control

Turning ON/OFF

Press ON/OFF button, the unit will start automatically. If the ambient temperature is

• higher than 23^ C, the unit will work in cooling model.
• higher than 20^ C but below or equal to 23^ C, the unit will work in ventilation model.
• below 20^ C, the unit will work in heating function (This is for cooling & heating models only.),

Indicators of the functions in progress come on at the same time. *NOTE! The COMPRESSOR indicator will only light up as the compressor is in operation.

The display window shows the ambient room temperature.

To turn the unit off, press ON/OFF button again.

Setting mode/function

Press MODE button to select required working mode: automatic, cooling, fan or heating, (Heating is only available for heating & cooling models.)

The indicator of your selected mode comes on.

Setting temperature

Press 'Temperature up' or 'Temperature down' button to regulate the temperature you desired.

The display window will show the temperature you set as you press 'Temperature up' or 'Temperature down' button. Otherwise, it will always show the ambient temperature.

The pre-setting temperature of this machine is: 24°C for cooling, 20°C for heating.

Setting ventilation speed

1. Press SPEED button to choose the ventilation speed you need, high or low. The indicator of high or low ventilation will light on at the same time.
2. If the unit is in AUTO mode, it will choose the ventilation speed automatically according to the ambient temperature (the related indicators will light on), at this time, the speed switch is invalid.

Setting timer

1. Press TIMER button to set the operating hours you desired (1 to 12 hours, the timer indicator will light on). When the set time has been reached, the machine will turn off automatically. The display window will show the hour(s) you set as you press TIMER button. If the timer button is not pressed, the unit will work continuously.

2. By pressing the timer but without turning on the other functions, you can PRE-SET the time for the machine to work. For example, if you press the timer to '2', the unit will work automatically after 2 hours.

All the above functions can also be performed with the supplied remote control.

This remote control requires 2 pcs AAA batteries to operate

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FIG.18

Regulating air flow direction

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Turn the roller on the air vent in horizontal way to control the air flow direction.

FIG.19

NOTICE!

1. To prolong the compressor's life, after switch-off of the unit, please wait for 3 minutes (at least) before re-switch.
2. The cooling system will switch off if the ambient temperature is lower than the set one. The ventilation, however, keeps working on the set level. If the ambient temperature rises above the selected level, the cooling will return to work.
3. On the contrary, the heating will switch off if the ambient temperature is HIGHER than the set one (still, the ventilation keeps working on the set level). As the ambient temperature drops below the selected level, the heating will return to work.
4. This machine is equipped with ANTI-FROST function. While using the heating function during low temperature, sometimes the heating will stop for a while in order to melt the frost. As this occurs, just wait for the heating returns to work.

.DRAINAGE

During the process of cooling, some water will be extracted from the air into the unit. If the reservoir is full:

a. For mechanical type, the compressor will stop, only the fan to circulate the air. The 'FULL WATER' indicator will light now to remind you.
b. For electronic type, both of the compressor and motor will stop. The COMP. indicator will flash to show you.

To make the cooling work again, please empty the water by one of the following ways:

1. Turn off the air conditioner and avoid moving it when full.
2. Position a container (a water tray for example) underneath the drain hole.
3. Remove the drain knob & rubber plug from the drain hole and allow the water to drain out.
4. When the container is almost full, replace the rubber plug in the drain hole and empty the water tray.
5. Repeat until the unit is emptied.
6. Replace the rubber plug and tighten the drain knob firmly.
7. Switch on the unit - the full water or compressor operating indicator should not be flashing.

FIG.20

If you wish to operate the unit without the need to empty the water tank, please:

• Remove the drain knob and rubber plug and retain for future use.
• Connect the drain tube supplied to the water outlet as shown and locate the other end into a drain.
• The drain tube may be extended by adding an extension tube and using a suitable connector.

FIG.21

FIG.22

Please note

1. The drain must be at or below the outlet level.
2. Flashing comp / 'full water' indicator will not function in this mode of drainage.
3. If you want to extend the water tube, you can connect it with another tube (OD: 18mm)

FIG.23

Special caution for heating function!

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FIG.24

While using the heating function, please note:

1. Install the exhaust pipe well, in order to exhaust the cool air to outdoor. (Please refer to the instruction manual for installation method.)
2. Fix the drainage to be continuous one (i.e. drain the water by water tube).
3. 1. Working range for heating function is 5 to 27°C (for cooling function, it is 18 to 32°C). For temperature outside this range, the unit may not work properly.

Always unplug the air conditioner from the mains before cleaning. To maximize the efficiency of the air conditioner clean regularly.

Cleaning the housing

Use a soft, damp cloth to wipe the body clean.

Never use aggressive chemicals, gasoline, detergents, chemically treated cloths, or other cleansing solutions. These all could possibly hurt the cabinet.

Cleaning the filter

Use a vacuum cleaner or tap the filter lightly to remove loose dust and dirt from the filters and then rinse thoroughly under running water (no hotter than 40^ C).

Dry thoroughly before replacing.

Notice! Never operate the unit without the filters.

End of season storage

• Drain any water in the unit before completely operating the unit on ventilation only mode for a few hours, to thoroughly dry the inside.
• Clean or change the filter
• Unplug and store the power cord as shown
• Replace in the original carton or cover for storage.

.FAULT CHECK LIST

The air conditioner does not run	Is the air conditioner plugged in?Is there a power failure?Is the comp / ‘full water’ indicator flashing?Is the room temperature below the set temperature?
The machine seems to do little	Is there direct sunshine? (Please put down the curtain.)Are too many windows or doors open?Are there too many people in the room?Is there something in the room producing lots of heat?
The machine seems to do nothing.	Is the filter dusty, contaminated?Is the air intake or output blocked up?Is the room temperature below your selected temperature?
Too noisy	Is the machine positioned unevenly so as to create vibration ?Is the floor underneath the machine uneven?
The compressor doesn’t run.	Is so, it is possible the overheat protection of the compressor is on. Just wait for the temperature to drop.

☆ Never try to repair or dismantle the unit yourself