Portable Air Conditioner Setup Guide

Scope of Works

• Room survey to choose a safe socket, check fuse rating and measure the nearest opening for exhaust.

• Unpack & inspect the unit, attach castors or feet and remove transport bolts.

• Install window‑vent kit (sliding sash, side‑hinge or Velcro curtain) and foam‑seal gaps.

• Route & secure exhaust hose keeping it under 1.5 m with no sharp bends; fit rain guard if venting through wall sleeve.

• Arrange condensate drainage – set internal tank alert or attach gravity hose for continuous run.

• Electrical test & run‑up: plug into RCD‑protected socket, verify start‑up current, cycle cooling/dehumidify modes and record airflow & noise.

• Handover & guidance on filter cleaning, winter storage and energy‑saving tips.
  

Typical Cost (inc. VAT)

Time on Site

1 – 3 hours for a single unit. Extra time if the window kit needs trimming, a through‑wall sleeve is drilled, electrics require a new spur, or furniture must be moved for safe airflow.

Questions to Ask Your Trade

1. Will the quoted price include window‑vent kit supply or do I provide my own?

2. Do you carry fabric or rigid adapters for different window types?

3. Can you shorten the exhaust hose safely if my window is low?

4. How will you protect floors and paintwork during drilling or trimming?

5. Will you perform an electrical load test to confirm my circuit can handle start‑up current?

6. What warranty do you offer on workmanship and any parts you supply?

7. Can you dispose of the packaging and old cooling appliances responsibly?

How to Avoid Surprises

• Clear 1 m around the intended unit position and move curtains or blinds out of hose‑sweep.

• Reserve close parking for a van carrying large cartons and tools.

• Measure the window opening size and tell the technician in advance.

• Check your socket rating (ideally a 13 A outlet on a modern ring main).

• Confirm if evening or weekend visits will incur premium call‑out rates.