Question 1

How does water removal work?

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These units only have a drain port ~3 inches off the ground near the bottom.  They suggest wheeling the unit outside and opening the drain if needed to let it run out on the sidewalk or driveway where you don't mind.  Obviously that means disconnecting the window vents, etc, so that's not very convenient.  When used as a "heat pump", it'll need plenty of draining, so I've set up a "Condensation pump" unit (by Little Giant or such brand) to pump the water into a bucket as needed (which I can empty every other day or such).  FYI other units like the 122DHP model is about the same but includes a pump for getting rid of water.  That may be a feature you really should consider if you expect to use it for heating and/or fear the need to drain often.
Otherwise they say in normal AC mode that most water condensing on the cool coils will drain to the hot ones, get evaporated, and blow out the window with hot air going thru the vent tubes.  That is nice for that mode, but that's only half the time you may be using it.  So lots to consider before spending $500 on something like this.

Question 2

So confused about this unit, (conflicting reviews). Need to know if it is quiet, (for bedroom), will last longer than 1 season, is it very heavy? TY

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I've had 1400 BTU Whynter SH for 7 years now. Will I buy another brand? (No way) When you cool your room, just turn your fan down and it's quieter than a window unit. At 88 lbs. a husband and wife can easily move it from one floor to another. The big casters make it easy for anyone to move it on a floor. Until the freon transition is complete, this model is a smart alternative until the costs of new Heat Pumps come down again. (My humble yet thrifty opinion)

Question 3

We put this one in our small server room and its not cooling enough. Anything stronger than this? We need to freeze that room but this can do 67F only

Accepted Answer

Why do you want to freeze a server room?  You're going to create condensation which is really bad for your equipment.  60-70 degrees is optimal for a server room, which is exactly what you're getting already at 67.  As long as your RH is also 45-65% you're perfect as is.

Question 4

What is the internal diameter for a proper fit drain hose?

Accepted Answer

The proper answer is a 1/2 hose. i.e. with a 1/2 inside diameter. This is something I recently obtained.  Its not right for people to spit out the incorrect answer.  That member should be flagged.

ASIN	B002W87P9C
Additional Features	Dehumidifier, Heater, Portable
Air Conditioner Application	Indoor, Portable Use
Air Flow Efficiency	430 Cubic Feet Per Minute Per Watt
Annual Energy Consumption	1300 Watts
BEE Star Rating	No Energy Star
Best Sellers Rank	#5,286 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #31 in Portable Air Conditioners
Brand Name	Whynter
Cable Length	6 Feet
Capacity	71 pints
Color	Platinum/Black
Compressor Type	rotary_scroll
Control Method	Remote
Controller Type	Panel Control, Remote Control
Cooling Power	14000 British Thermal Units
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (15,996)
Efficiency	High
Filter Type	Activated Carbon Filter
Floor Area	500 Square Feet
Form Factor	Portable
Global Trade Identification Number	00891207001705
Included Components	Window installation accessories, remote, and storage cover bag with pocket
Installation Type	Window Vent Installation
Inverter Type	No Inverter
Is Electric	Yes
Is Outdoor Unit Required	No
Is Product Cordless	No
Item Dimensions D x W x H	19"D x 16"W x 35.5"H
Item Type Name	14,000 BTU & Portable Heater with Dual Hose Dehumidifier & Cooling Fan for 500 Sq Ft Rooms, Includes AC Unit Window Kit, ARC-14SH (9,200 BTU SACC)
Item Weight	85 Pounds
Manufacturer	Whynter
Model Name	Portable Air Conditioner
Model Number	ARC-14SH
Noise	51 Decibels
Number of Heating Elements	1
Number of Power Levels	3
Power Source	Corded Electric
Refrigerant	R-32
Room Type	Bedroom
Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio (SEER)	7.6
Start Year	2024
UPC	891207001705
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Voltage	115 Volts
Warranty Description	One year warranty on unit. Three year warranty on compressor.
Warranty Type	Limited
Wattage	1300 watts
Window Opening Maximum Height	46 Inches
Window Opening Maximum Width	6.5 Inches
Window Opening Minimum Height	20 Inches
Window Opening Minimum Width	6.5 Inches

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