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(More customer reviews)Before buying a portable air conditioner, it helps to understand what you can expect and not expect from it.There is no way it will provide the cooling of central air, ductless air or even a really good window unit.I have owned all of these and speak from experience.However, when you move into a condo with all kinds of restrictions about what can be visible from the exterior or constraints on the architectural structure, then the portable is the best answer.
I have owned 4 of these and three different brands.My condo has three separate major spaces, 2 smaller for bedroom suite and office/den.The main living space is larger than the max recommended for any 120 volt unit, and that is where I now have the Soleus LX140.
The two smaller spaces are cooled with GE 10,000 BTU units that I have had for 5 years.HE quit making these units the year after I bought themThey are quiet and have held up and keep the spaces in the upper 70s when the ambient temperature is in the mid 90s.
I used to have and Edgestar in the main space.Ilive in the Seattle area so only need the cooling about 2 months a year, and then not every day.The Edgestar was the worst unit I have ever owned.It was the noisiest unit and it quit in the middle of the second season.I called the manufacturer in Texas and they said it only had a 90 day warranty.They also said they had no service reps in the Pacific NW and couldn't help.After lengthy searching, I found one person who said they fixed them.After spending over $300, it still didn't work.The service tech said he would take it to the shop and return it in "New Condition."That was a year ago and I have never seen him or the unit again.
So I bought the Soleus.I found a dealer in Portland where I knew I could get to if needed.The manufacturer is in California, I can get there pretty easily too.Also, the Soleus has a 1 year warranty. I ordered the unit and it was delivered in 7 days.I set it up immediately but found that you had to use the remote to turn on the fan oscillator.It had to be the receiver or the transmitter, but I didn't know how to tell.I called the dealer, and within a few hours I got a call back from the manufacturer.They said they would send a new remote.If it still didn't work, they would send a label and an RMA.I got the remote in three days and everything worked.
The Soleus runs about 10 db quieter than the Edgstar.My main living space has 594 square feet and with partial cathedral ceilings about 5565 cubic feet.I am on the top floor, facing southwest with ceiling to floor glass across the entire space.Without any AC, the space has reached 110 degrees when it was 95 outside in the late afternoon.Also, there are no opening windows or sliding doors, so I am venting the unit up the fire place flu.
One week we had three days in the 90's.When it reached 98 degrees outside, the Soleus kept the space at 81.When the temperature reached 85 today, the Soleus kept the space in the mid 70s.
CONS:The only con I have at this point is that the fan oscillation is vertical instead of side to side.
The next test will be longevity as to how long it will hold up.However, at this time, the Soleus LX140 has proven to be the best unit of its type that I have used and I am very impressed with the technical service assistance of the manufacturer.
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Soleus LX-140 14,000 BTU Portable Evaporative Air Conditioner With Heat PumpProduct Description: For the top of the line in portable comfort, look no further than the Soleus LX-140 portable air conditioner. It?s among the industry?s most efficient air conditioners available and lets you enjoy total comfort on the hottest days of the year. This 14,000 BTU AC covers medium to large rooms up to 450 square and features 4-in-1 technology that allows it to function as an air conditioner, heater, dehumidifier and fan.
Evaporative TechnologyThe Soleus LX-140 utilizes evaporative technology which not only increases cooling efficiency, but also reduces the need to drain the condensate that is collected in the unit's tank.
Cools and Heats in One Convenient UnitThis portable air conditioner comes with a built-in heat pump and doubles as a space heater in the winter. It also works as a dehumidifier and 3-speed fan, making it truly multi-functional.
No Permanent Installation RequiredThe Soleus LX-140 is designed to cool, heat or dehumidify spaces efficiently without permanent installation. This portable air conditioner comes with two exhaust hoses but can operate as either a single or dual hose unit.
Color Display with Advanced GraphicsThe LX-140 portable air conditioner features multi-color VFD display technology for enhanced graphics and readability.
WaveFlo OscillationThe Soleus LX-140 features patented WaveFlo oscillation, allowing to automatically distribute cool air throughout your entire living space.
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