This Ultracool by Amcor Portable Room Air Conditioner (model ALD12000E) boasts 12,000 BTU of power and versatile electronic controls. It also features a self evaporating design that minimizes the number of times you must empty the condensation bucket - 65-75% of water condensed out of the air is vented through the exhaust hose! Built-in caster wheels allow the portable room air conditioner to roll easily from room to room.

Additionally, the ALD12000E portable room air conditioner features the highest EER of all portable room air conditioners in its class - an amazing 12.63 EER. The electronic controls and digital temperature display make the ALD12000E easy to use. Use the integrated timer to run the portable room air conditioner for just as long as you need cooling (up to 12 hours). The included remote control makes it easy to adjust the temperature - even from across the room!

All in all, the Amcor Electronic Control Portable Room Air Conditioner has a powerful mix of features and value that's hard to beat.

*This portable air conditioner has achieved a 4.5 star product rating based on our independent testing of its BTU class cooling capacity, durability, and quality of components.

Height: 30"

Width: 15"

Depth: 16"

Model: ALD12000E Manufacturer: Ultracool by Amcor Manufacturer recommended maximum room size: 400 ft EER: 12.63 Self evaporative system exhausts most of the condensate water minimizing the need to empty the internal bucket 2 fan speeds for fast or normal cooling Directional air discharge louvers Easy grip handles and casters for mobility Built-in water tray or extended water tube for continuous drainage 520 m3/hr air volume 65 pints per day moisture removal 3.2 pint water tank capacity 62ºF - 90ºF thermostat Operational temperature: 62ºF - 110ºF Adjustable Window Kit: 20 1/2" to 40 7/8" Warranty: One year limited parts and labor. Five years parts only on the compressor

Amcor Portable Room Air Conditioner - White 12,000 BTU room cooling capacity Designed to provide quiet and efficient cooling to any room, with no permanent installation Dehumidifies for personal comfort Washable air filter collects large dust particles and prevents bacterial build-up Activated carbon filter helps remove odor Extendable exhaust hose (up to five feet) Full thermostat control Digital temperature display with electronic controls 1-12 hour timer Remote control Rotary compressor R22 refrigerant 120 volts - 950 watts - 9 amps Weight: 65 pounds Dimensions: 30"h x 15"w x 16"d

Portable Air Conditioner Basics

BTU rating
PACs are rated in BTU. The greater the BTU of a unit, the more cooling power it has.

0-150 square feet=7500 BTU
150-250 square feet=9000-10,000 BTU
250-450 square feet=12000-14,000 BTU

These sizing guidelines can sometimes differ from the maximum suggested room size given by the manufacturer, and high heat loads can impair the effectiveness of any air conditioner. Keep in mind that a PAC with too little cooling power will not cool your space adequately, while a PAC with too much power will short cycle, which will burn out the compressor, and not dehumidify your space well at all.

Condensate disposal methods
All PACs dehumidify the air that passes through them. The water removed from the air is called condensate. This condensate is collected in a bucket inside the PAC, but different models dispose of it in different ways:

Drip: These PACs have removable buckets that fill up relatively quickly (every 2-8 hours, depending on conditions) and must be emptied by hand.
Partial Drip: These PACs evaporate most of the condensate and vent it out the exhaust hose. The remainder must be manually emptied from their non-removable internal bucket about once every 12 hours-several days. A few PACs use an internal bucket and drain pump to pump the condensate out via a small tube that fits inside the exhaust hose.
No Drip: Some PACs exhaust all of the water into the air. This feature is nice because it allows you to run the unit without having to worry about water accumulation that must be emptied from time to time.

One hose vs two hoses
Some PACs feature a dual-hose design. This design cools the compressor of the PAC with air from outside your room. This increases the efficiency of the PAC, and also avoids creating a negative air pressure in the room (as single hose PACs exhaust air from your room, causing the room to suck in air from outside). Two potential downsides to the dual tube design exist: if the air outside is too hot (>95ºF) or too humid (>80%) you will not be able to use the second hose, and the dual tube design can be a bit more cumbersome to deal with if you are planning on moving your PAC around frequently.

Modes
Of course, all PACs function as air conditioners, and they can all also be used as fans, but some PACs can be used as dehumidifiers (independent of the air conditioning function) and/or heaters. It may be worth the extra money to get a unit that offers enough different modes to be used year-round.

Control style

Some PACs have electronic controls while others have manual controls. Models with electronic controls generally offer more amenities, such as remote controls, louvers that can be set to auto-swing, and more advanced programmable features. However, one large downside of some models with electronic controls is that if the power to the unit is interrupted while the unit is on, the unit will default to "off" even after the power has been restored. PACs with manual controls tend to be simpler to operate, and they can restart cooling after a power outage without your intervention.

Venting kit
Different PACs have different types of window kits. All window kits share the same basic goal: they are a "filler kit" designed to allow you to vent the exhaust hose out of a window without hot air from outside rushing in. The window kits differ in their material of construction and their maximum widths. Additionally, a ceiling venting kit is available for select models.

NOTE: ALL PACS MUST BE EXHAUSTED SOMEHOW. This can be done a variety of ways, but you must get the hot air out of the room somehow into empty space where it can dissipate. Exhaust hoses should also not be extended longer than 10 feet as they will radiate heat.