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Posted: Sat Jun 28th, 2008 23:57 |
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So I finally broke down and bought a portable air conditioner. If anyone cares, it's a Delonghi Pinguino, but that's not really relevant to this post.
My problem is this: what do I need to install this sucker? I've had a piece of plexiglass custom cut to fit my window and the guys at the hardware store gave me "Zip Seal n Peel" to seal the plexiglass window in place, but it seems to be useless. I've applied it twice already, and both times the window has fallen out after I've stood there holding it for five minutes. There's ZERO information on drying and curing time on the packaging, all it says is "drying time depends on temperature, humidity, and ventilation" so I just stayed there holding it til the sealant felt dry, but no luck.
At this point I'm ready to duct tape the damn thing in place, and all the sealant has given me a headache. So frustrating!
ETA more detail: the peel n seal just isn't going to work to hold the window in place at all. It peels off with no effort at all, and is only meant for short term usage. Why he gave me that is beyond me. I can't nail the plexiglass in place - it's basically taking the place of my window screen, seated into the window screen's slot. I think all I should need is a proper silicone based sealant, but I'm not 100% sure.
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Posted: Sun Jun 29th, 2008 01:26 |
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What's the model number of the A/C ?
What kind of window is this installing in ?
Why do you need the plexi-glass ?
Can't you just open the window a few inches and place the window bracket in place as mentioned in the installation instructions ?
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Posted: Sun Jun 29th, 2008 01:38 |
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RegUS_PatOff wrote: What's the model number of the A/C ?
What kind of window is this installing in ?
Why do you need the plexi-glass ?
Can't you just open the window a few inches and place the window bracket in place as mentioned in the installation instructions ?
It's a Delonghi Pinguino PAC A120E, a portable unit which does not sit in the window itself.
It's being installed in an awning style window, which is why the plexiglass is necessary. I've attached an image of a similar window, though mine is much wider. If it were a simple sliding window it'd be easy: stick up the installation kit that comes with the AC unit and good to go, but with a large awning window, the entire window opens if you crack it. In order to install the model correctly it requires a plexiglass piece custom fit to the window, with a cut out for the window exhaust adapter.
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Posted: Thu Jul 3rd, 2008 06:45 |
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Clear silicone? Superglue? Clear tape?
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Posted: Thu Jul 3rd, 2008 22:18 |
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grey shrek wrote: Clear silicone? Superglue? Clear tape?
is this a rental property ?
Is there another double-hung windows at all ?
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Posted: Fri Jul 4th, 2008 13:23 |
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You can buy silicone that is a caulk, adhesive and a sealer all in one. The trick is you need to rig up some sort of support to hold it while it cures. Your installation is fairly unique, you'll have to invent your own hook up pieces.
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Posted: Tue Jul 8th, 2008 03:47 |
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| Wow dude is this the new split system?
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Posted: Tue Jul 8th, 2008 04:32 |
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To answer a few questions:
- I own a condo, not renting.
- It's not a split system.
- There are no other styles of windows in the place, it's all casement style windows.
I ended up going with a combination of the silicone sealant with clear duct tape to hold it in place while it cured. That seems to have done the trick! It's not the most elegant solution, but it works. I'll post a picture once I get back to Montreal!
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Posted: Sun Aug 31st, 2008 17:45 |
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Not very fond of these myself! [portables]
If you own the condo, I would suggest a mini-split which is what I think applianceman was/is refering to.
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