Nomadic Cooling S1 12V Air Conditioner Owner's Manual
Quick guide for the Nomadic Cooling S1 12V air conditioner, covering technical specifications, operational modes, and key features for efficient cooling in vans and RVs.
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Quick guide from the manual
This document provides the essential technical specifications and feature overview for the Nomadic Cooling S1 12V split system air conditioner. It is designed for off-grid use in vans, RVs, and rigs. Users should refer to these specifications to ensure proper electrical installation and system compatibility.
Device Overview
The S1 system consists of an exterior unit and an interior unit with an LCD control panel. The system is designed for durability with stainless steel hardware, powder-coated components, and a spring bushing-mounted compressor to withstand mobile environments.
Operational Modes
The system is controlled via a remote control that allows users to switch between various operational modes, including:
- Auto mode
- ECO mode
- Powerful mode
- Fan mode
Technical Specifications
The 12V model features the following key parameters:
- Rated Voltage: 12V
- Current (Range): 60-80A
- Current ECO Mode: 35A
- Current MAX Mode: 55A (tbd)
- Fuse Size: 60A
- Rated Power: 960W
- Air Volume: 600m³/h
- Rated Cooling Capacity: 9,600 BTU
- Under Voltage Protection: 9-11.2V
- Refrigerant: R134a @ 600
- Temperature Settings: 54°F to 89°F
Safety and Maintenance
The system includes under-voltage protection to prevent battery damage. Ensure that the power cord gauge is selected based on the length of the run (10 AWG for ≤6.5', 16 AWG for ≤16', 25 AWG for >16'). For further support or additional documentation, visit the official website at www.NomadicCooling.com.
Official resources from the manual
Practical help
Common problems
Check if the battery voltage has dropped below the under-voltage protection threshold (9-11.2V).
Verify that the system is set to 'Powerful' mode and that the current draw is within the 60-80A range.
Before use
- Verify the power source is 12V DC.
- Ensure the correct fuse size (60A) is installed.
- Check that the power cord gauge matches the installation length (10, 16, or 25 AWG).
- Confirm the mounting area supports the weight of the exterior and interior units.
Specs in practice
- Under Voltage Protection
- Automatically shuts down the unit if the battery voltage drops to 9-11.2V to prevent deep discharge.
- Current ECO Mode
- Optimized power consumption setting (35A) for longer battery life.
- Rated Cooling Capacity
- The cooling output of the unit, rated at 9,600 BTU for the 12V model.
Images and diagrams
- The exterior unit dimensions are 25.2" x 16.5" x 5.9".
- The interior unit dimensions are 20.9" x 10" x 6.8".
Model compatibility
- Designed specifically for 12V DC electrical systems in vans, RVs, and rigs.
- Requires R134a refrigerant and POE68 oil.
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