Hisense AP0819CR1W portable A/C deep cleaning

How to get to the lower coils to keep your system clean...make it last for years..
Hisense would not tell me how to remove the panel and they say you are not supposed to deep clean this unit...that removing the panel voids the warranty. Sure if you don't deep clean the thing, it might last 2 years, just long enough for the warranty to expire and then you have to go out and buy a whole new one. If you keep these things clean they last a whole lot longer.
The same rule applies for your refrigerator make sure you don't just vacuum the front... pull the refrigerator out of its cubby hole once a year and vacuum the back. I actually remove the panel at the bottom, it's got like 6 screws... and make sure you unplug your fridge to do so and wait at least 10 minutes before plugging it back in. And please, don't touch anything. There are things back there that can hurt you just use a little wand like a wedge vacuum thing and vacuum up the dust

[@stargazer1967]

Thank you!!! 🙏 This video is still helping people. After 2 summers of mostly trouble free service, I kept getting the E5 error even after draining. What I discovered after taking the cover off (saved by this video!) was that the dust from those lower coils had gotten into the condensation tray and turned into sludge that wasn't draining. Cleared that out and it's good to go again. I don't know why they didn't put the same kind of removable filter on the lower opening, it definitely needs one!!

[@michaelbrewer2411]

video is 3 years old yet I cant find anywhere dealing with Hisene a better video showing how to disassemble. I needed to change my power cord today after to was run over as I use this machine in pop-up camper. Couldnt for the life of me figure out how to pop the cover off after I took all the screws off. Thank you! While at it I cleaned the lower vent too.

[@kariedwards495]

I can't speak for anyone else, But I know that if I find a video that demonstrates what I need perfectly I don't see any reason to make a new one

[@courtneysosa2999]

Thanks sm!! keeping my husband from wanting to sleep in the living room because our room was hot the ac kept turning off from being so dirty😢 got it cleaned up and now he's covered up in bed like a baby😂😂🎉

[@meghan-not-thee-stallion97]

First hot day of the year, plugged it in and no cold air 😢 wrestled with it for a good 20 mins in 90+ temps as I noticed the design flaw and finally consulted KZbin. You're a lifesaver. May both sides of your pillow be cool at all times ❤

[@mstie3008]

Thank you so much, my air conditioner look just like yours my Hisense portable and you help me fix that... thank you very much from this determined woman 😊now I know what to do thanks to you ❤

[@mexbob52]

Thanks for this info. The reason they don't have a removable bottom panel is because they want you to send it back for repairs.

[@SpicyGuac98]

So helpful for me! I’ve had this since July of last year and hadn’t thought about cleaning the bottom panel. Couldn’t figure out how to get the back off because, of course, the manual was useless. Thank you!

[@AnthonySampson]

This video is exactly what I needed. I cleaned the exact same model today after being told for the past few months to throw it away and buy another. Thank you.

[@kariedwards495]

So glad I could help…yeah…planned obsolescence…make cleaning and repairs so difficult so people just toss and buy a new one… all I ask is if you learn something that can help others, abut ANYTHING… make a KZbin about it, people really do learn from these things…heck, I learned how to repair some serious issues my envoy XUV with videos

[@krazyxki]

I've been watching someone else on youtube who advocates for right to repair, and how manufacturers make everything so hard nowadays..starting to see more and more why this stuff is important now that I own a home. It's crazy how greedy these companies are getting.

[@TheMockatiel]

@@kariedwards495 I would like planned obsolescence to happen AFTER the warranty next time. It should not be clogging so bad down there it stops cooling in only 2 summers.

[@RicardoIbarra5]

Kari, may you be blessed by the coldest air you desire whenever you desire it. This has made all the difference. Thank you!

[@TheMockatiel]

1:20 Thank you so much! Thats exactly where mine was secretly collecting dirt, clogging and overheating by the 2nd summer the compressor stopped kicking in - all this despite cleaning the accessible filters weekly this still happened. I’m about to pull it apart because it’s already heavy expensive garbage at this point anyway and can only potentially get better… or sent to the dump where it belongs. Worst AC unit I’ve ever owned.

[@kangzuko]

this video saved my buttocks because mine started blowing hot air and overheated and i was trying to figure out how to open and clean the bottom coil thanks for the info.

[@kalodude]

Gawd, as informative as this is. It's so much work...my comfort is worth buying another brand new AC unit

[@samoanshine]

We bought a nice new portable air con and just called this one the weaker/cheaper one. Well this one stopped blowing cold air completely and I just noticed the lower vent today. Have been trying to open without breakiny and i has to resort to youtube. Your video is so awesome thank you!!!!

[@anthonyst.angelo4382]

Thanks - I noticed the layout on the back, when I first got it. I'm pretty sure they do it like that so the unit over heats and eventually stops working, correctly. Mine ran for about 2 years without problems. Then today its about 85 degrees in my bedroom, so I set it up and it would cool for about 5 minutes then shut off and just be the fan. I was also worried I break it by taking it apart (broke many things trying to force). But your video showed exactly where the clips were. After cleaning, it works fine an blows air much better!!!

[@jackswharf]

Excellent video! Solved the E5 code and helped me access the (hidden) dirty condenser that needs cleaning! Thanks for posting.

[@tylerg8102]

Just cleaned my hisense portable ac again using this video. Last time as soon as I cleaned the massive dust blanket off the rear Radiator, my compressor stopped over heating and stayed on reliably. I recommend cleaning this ac atleast 4-6 months since it’s very easy to take apart. My last portable ac took me 4 plus hours to clean because it was very difficult to take apart. I this is a great ac for smaller bedrooms like mine, just gotta keep it clean and the tank empty if you live in high humidity environments. Excellent!

[@irisheyes3056]

Thank you so much for this!!! Was struggling to get the back off without breaking it. This helped so much. This is the second summer we have had this and love it. But was not blowing as cold. Cleaned it really well and it’s so much better!!! They really should have an easier way to get to the bottom coils to clean them.

[@nicolescordato5463]

Thamk you!!!! Ive been sitting and playing with this thing for about 40mins trying to figure out why this wasn't coming off. 😅.

[@kariburnett6504]

Thank you so much!!!! This video is so helpful even though it is an older video. The summer heat is coming and we were having a rough time getting that back panel off.

[@Hannelore7]

I agree...going to clean mine tomorrow.

[@brte728]

I did this today and has been working perfect now. Compressor don't shut off nor does it blow hot air anymore🤝

[@pandaemsem629]

3 years later and this video helped someone… thank you!!!

[@imhvy]

Thanks to you I will actually be able to sleep well tonight. Those damn clips had me stumped. Just had to power it open knowing what I was up against after watching.

[@elisamelton6559]

Thanks so much for this video! I try to vacuum the lower filter every time I clean the others, but didn’t realize how much dust had collected there until I removed the cover. Suddenly it’s cooling again and life is good 😊👍🏻

[@krazyxki]

NOT ALL HEROES WEAR CAPES!!! BLESS YOU!!! Mine has a wet dog scent so I knew it needed to be cleaned but got stuck. Thank you so much for doing all that you did and sharing, so we didn't have to struggle. Earned a sub from me.

[@SciFiArtman]

Wow, your video was so incredibly helpful! My very similar model Hisense portable AC unit has been kicking butt non-stop for about a year and a half, here in hot and humid Houston. Through temps of 100+ degrees and 100% humidity this little trooper has made life a breeze. But earlier this week I noticed the little power blaster wasn't getting quite up to its usual comfort zone - something was amiss! After watching your video my son and I opened the case (with a brief battle with those pesky clips - but with your insight we knew what we were up against), and gently brushed, vac'ed and blew all the dust encrusted coils, and reassembled it all back to factory fresh. Upon starting it again we were shocked at how much harder it blew, how much colder was the output, and how much quieter the whole system ran. It was heavenly! THANK YOU SO MUCH for making our summers days a breeze again! Ahhhh... :) PS, the whole breakdown, cleaning, and reassembly took about half an hour. But why don't they make all the coils more easily accessible!?!

[@kariedwards495]

Thank you, it brightens my day every time I hear I’ve helped another person

[@kariedwards495]

Also, the reason they do it is so you can keep their techs in business... if you can clean it yourself you don’t need them...I just wish I had the knowledge and nerve to do the same thing to my home’s central A/C unit (I got this as a backup for when we are using the generator ...post hurricane, etc...I’m in Daytona Beach, Fl)

[@brodash505]

Beautiful story 😢

[@sarahedmondson4219]

I know this video is from years ago but thank you so much for posting it! I just got this exact AC on Facebook yesterday and of course it was super clogged with somebody else’s cat hair and dust. I’m glad your video was the first thing that came up because I wanted to google it before I broke something. So helpful and straight to the point! Hope you’re doing well 🩷

[@ashleyshields4707]

Thank you so much! I was wondering why my unit wasn't blowing cold air anymore and your video helped me get this suckered open to realize all I needed to do was clean it! You saved me from replacing it.

[@ihearttoast099]

seriously this video saved my butt this summer ❤️ thank you!!

[@TiffySunshine1]

My husband and I gave up on prying the tabs out (after breaking one… eek!) and instead I took a very thin paint brush and brushed at the dust through the holes to loosen it enough to be able to vacuum it out. Your video is great and helpful!

[@justinTime077]

Thanks a ton. You’re one bad ass lady! Broke 2 clips. Unavoidable. Doesn’t seem to matter. Get in there and get it done.

[@sebp400]

thank you for this! just bought this unit a week ago. Now I know how to remove the filters and to clean the coils. The manual doesn't mention any of this.

[@deepbluetree3444]

I know I’m commenting super late but this video saved me! Tysm!

[@MrCtr210]

Same issue with me just a different model. Good video, thank you. Try a shop vac with a soft brush on the coils.

[@tylerg8102]

Thank you for this video. I couldn’t figure out how to get that back panel off to clean up the radiator. Mine had a blanket of dust on it and have only used it for 6 months. It was overheating because of it and the compressor would shut off so hopefully cleaning it helps! Thank you again! :)

[@kariedwards495]

Tyler Gilbert I think it will. Make sure you empty the water reservoir as well

[@scottiesutton3781]

Thak you Soooo much for the video. After an hour searching the web for something other than a quick start up or how to use the F'n thing....I found YOU...the only video around. I knew it had to have some sort of tab and I'm like a bull in a China store breaking every one of them till it came off. Thanx again for your video didn't break a one of them lil buggers...lol

[@amberguerrero3619]

Bless your soul.... You saved me from breaking the wall it would not come off... Thank you for the tip of popping off the sides..... They really should fix this it's a big pain.....

[@kariedwards495]

Amber Guerrero they do these things so the consumers are forced to hire a professional or just trash the machine. I’ve seen these tricks in other things, my ex was a very handy guy and knew all the tricks... he taught me a lot

[@traaviiee]

I hope this videos stays up forever lol. Helped me out a ton thank you so much!

[@ourworldbeauty]

Hey, I was having trouble getting those clips to unclip. I think mine is a slightly newer model so it might have a different setup. So, I tried using a vacuum with a brush attachment. The bristles on the brush weren't long enough, so I used a brush with much longer bristles (a plastic pot scrubber) which worked really well. The pot scrubbing brush lifted the fluff and the vacuum sucked it all up as it came off. Worked great without having to remove the back!

[@qrknee]

Thank you so much for doing this! We had to use your instructions to clean our son’s unit!!

[@juju141]

Hey, I came across this video a few years ago while trying to clean the same model. It was very helpful, but I recommend once you get that plastic case off the A/C unit you break off those plastic little buggers. They’re there to make you throw in the towel every time you want to clean this and make you buy a new one.

[@iMmarkymark]

I just bought this unit a week ago. Thank you so much for making this video. The thing I'm gonna do is break off the clips and just use the screws to hold the panel on to make it easy off and back on again.

[@kariedwards495]

Yeah, they just make things so complicated…. I just replaced the mid gate window regulator in my GMC envoy XUV and when you look online, apparently directions actually tell you to have JB weld handy to repair the switch that always breaks off…kinds dumb, it’s something that seems like it could have easily been bolted on but apparently they wanted to use a plastic clip that is made on the switch…and you can’t buy the switch either

[@hebergarcia1450]

Thank you for the video, it really helped!! I had to clean the same area you did on the video... poor design, but grateful for your help!!

[@cherylrichter5082]

This was so helpful to us. We work at a dog rescue and there was a dog hair, all stuck in the air conditioner and thanks to you were able to remove panel. We were able to deep clean it.

[@kariedwards495]

You’re very welcome. So glad I could help…these companies shouldn’t get away with the things they do

[@bobross1550]

Thank you for making this. Without people like you making videos of random repairs like this I'd be stuck. On my AC, the fan ran fine but the cooling would turn on and off every few mins, so it could keep a room around 75 degrees or so but couldn't make any headway towards actually cooling it off. I'm familiar with all my settings, so it wasn't that. Following your instructions and cleaning that giant back filter has brought it back to life. I broke almost all those clips getting the back section off but I wasn't worried about them, the screws hold it together fine. I imagine the clips and all that is just another part of the planned obsolescence. Yes it's a real term and a real "strategy" I guess, that companies use to keep you paying for repairs or new stuff about the time the warranty runs out. Another thing I noticed on mine was the wires that run across the top were kinked, so I did my best to straighten them out and taped them how I wanted them before I put it back together. Anyhow I basically just wanted to say thanks.

[@user-wl8dh9xl1y]

Thanks you so much! I couldn’t for the life of me figure out or find a video on how to clean these!

[@jamardavis2176]

Thank you! This really helped me out. I had the same issue today until I saw I needed to clean out the filter after taking off the case. Air conditioner back up and running!! 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

[@davidjhartsell6513]

You Rule! That's exactly what6i thought.. I got the exact portable Hinsense Air Conontioner llyou got.. We have something in common. Yesway maybe they could get totogethe and mate. That would be weird. Anyways those tabs you popped definetly were the ticket... Thank you so much Church Lady you are definitely HEAVY METAL..!

[@kariedwards495]

Definitely the oddest comment I’ve gotten, but the praise is welcome and I’m glad to help..but to be clear, I am definitely NOT a church lady..l can’t stand the place

[@patriottrucker1935]

Thank you so much we experienced this problem today! Going to clean ours now

[@magusxion]

Thank you for sharing this! Had to figure out how to remove the case today and your video saved me some headaches.

[@kariedwards495]

You’re very welcome. That’s why when I have a problem I can’t find an answer to online, I make a video once I find the answer. Because I know how frustrating it is to want to fix something and I ou can’t see how but you ‘would there has to be a way

[@jerryplumley745]

Very Helpful, thank you for taking the time to upload the video.

[@MrFilmScorer]

Thanks! I have the Hisense AP10CR1W and was wondering why the back panel won't pull away with all the screws removed. You helped me figure it out. The plastic lower fan inside broke in one small place, is making noise, and must be replaced. Can't believe they designed this fan from cheap plastic when it has to move all that heat out the back. Only lasted two summers.

[@jenniferlv808]

Thank you! Same problem - took all the screws out and still couldn’t get the cover off. Thank you!

[@kariedwards495]

Glad I could help

[@christollegasey5886]

Thanks so much I could not get mine apart and didn't know why so you just gave me all the info I need. Really appreciate the info :)

[@kariedwards495]

Glad I could help... now if only I could figure out my Envoy A/C issue...haj

[@ROELVIVIT]

Thank you so much for this video that i am able to remove the back cover.

[@KEYBEARER22]

After I just finished cleaning it with my vacuum and using straws as tiny dust sucking attachments haha thank you!

[@kariedwards495]

Yeah, I have that problem too....spending time struggling to do something and then learning there was an easier way.

[@shanedaniel8954]

This was super helpful. Thank you. It was still a pain in the neck Pulling this back Cover off. I don’t know why they have to make it so complicated. These clips are ridiculous.

[@johnsanchez3874]

i had to break the 2nd clip from the bottom. it was longer than the rest. After that the rest was easier. and after removing and putting it back on, its easy to remove it again. I end up removing the front piece too so i could clean the air vents properly since mine had molds in it. Well after like a couple minutes of cleaning, mine looks and performs like brand new haha. Thanks for this video!

[@chrispiascik9552]

This video was super helpful. 😊

[@lizcerv11]

Thank you for this video!!!! Very helpful!

[@grumpysamurai]

Thanks so much had the same model same problem you helped me bunches ❤

[@herbrnb]

Thank you so much ♥️ extremely helpful

[@sedric72]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️

[@NancyAMcCoy]

THANK YOU!! I'VE BEEN TRYING TO FIGURE THIS SHIT OUT!!!

[@anitav1430]

Thank you so much for this video. Had a little trouble popping off the front. Tabs huh.

[@anitav1430]

I also went a step further and use a nylon utility brush and after I removed the gunk I used some coil cleaner. Worked great!

[@kariedwards495]

I’m always a bit Leary about coil cleaner because it is an acid and if not rinsed off completely it will eat away at the machine

[@Smooth_Wild_Art]

Thank you , it took me hours to open but I did it. I tried so much but I’m visual learner. There’s so much water and ice in mine it was getting problematic the thing wouldn’t go under 27 Celcious and I’m pretty Sick and need a cold breeze. Now that I opened it I gotta figure out the rest

[@jessicasingh6736]

THANKYOU! That video really helped me out! Gonna go clean mine now. Ohh great fun! Lol

[@whyuneedtoknow]

Great vidoe for me! I broke a few clips taking the back off (HORRIBLE DESIGN) but it still functions. My coils were dirty but not as bad as yours. Let's see if this cleaning makes a difference in performance.

[@dacaldera0932]

immensely helpful video. Thank you!

[@dickrichards1971]

Ty for this vid it helped out so much

[@bigdickrick4719]

Massive help thank for an amazing video and just being an awesome person

[@kariedwards495]

Always glad I could help...I hate anyone getting screwed by a company and have found many helpful videos for things I need on youtube but when I cant find.. I make one myself

[@timpounds5496]

Ah! Thank you so much for this video.

[@TaniaGuti06]

Thanks! You really helped out!!

[@rownald8098]

Thank you..this is very helpful..

[@kapilalewis4765]

Awesome video thanks for sharing it helpful with my ac same one😊

[@xcellentsx]

Thank you so much, I appreciate you 💯💪🏽

[@supremesnake21]

life savor

[@madyteel2505]

Omfg you're a lifesaver and a real G

[@thomaswhitten2537]

Thanks! Mine is acting funny so I figure I clean it. Lowe's and most hardware stores sell A/C Coil cleaner so I'm going to clean all the dust out with that. Be good!

[@lilmorty5838]

I never comment but lady you fucking rock thankyouuuu

[@kariedwards495]

Thank you. And today, I really needed that comment.

[@DiegoRomero-kz6he]

Thank you!

[@kusumm3745]

Thank you so much.

[@Jay-oz5zo]

Youre the best !

[@user-dk6di8mc3m]

Thank you, thank you!!!

[@YourExcellency7]

Got it. Thanks.

[@jasonl1916]

Thanks you for this video. I was took all the screws out and was pulling and banging till I watched your video. Don't even know why they put clips if you have screws. I cut all them clips OFF. Stupid engineers. This is in every industry. Mechanics always have to deal with shit like this fixing engineers problems. They probably don't want you to open it up so you can buy a new one. They also think most people would buy the same that's how dumb the company is.

[@sillypotatos4829]

Thank you

[@kristinehefner4760]

I know this is a super late video but I tried to get a screwdriver in there and I just couldn't get them to pop loose I actually broke one of them so instead what I did since there is no filter I just cut the back part of the plastic off with wire cutters and then use my vacuum cleaner to clean out the rest.. it is working so much better now!!! I'm going to tape that plastic part back on and the next time I need to clean it I'll just remove it again and give it a good cleaning and then put it back on.. I agree there needs to be a totally different setup to be able to clean that part these things are a booger to try to take apart!!!

[@donnalove1886]

How long does it take after cleaning it does the air get cool mines still has no cool air blowing out I took the back off vaccum it off used a old tooth brush as well and it’s still blowing warm air

[@Tinaillcutyou]

Thank you for this Although I already figured out this part on mine. I’m trying to figure out where the air condenser is located on mine it’s not the same model and I can’t find a single video about it. Frustrating 😂

[@54suzie]

Do you need to clean blades also ... mine is like its puffing air out ... still cold but I am thinking something is stuck in bland

[@hatsunemiku7309]

exactly what i needed

[@kariedwards495]

Glad I could help, we’re getting to that time of year

[@sweelianlai7728]

Hi, may i know how you open the back cover?

[@beverlyleriche8253]

Thank you!!!!!!!

[@kariedwards495]

You’re very welcome

[@jewelsivey9953]

Thank you! I thought I was going crazy trying to find the other slide out cleaning access! Why wouldn’t the company add a cleaning access?!?! It doesn’t make sense…very disappointing considering the Hi”sense” brand name. I don’t manufacture anything and would have realized the necessity ☹️😒😜

[@freesplace]

For anyone in the future, easy way to clean the hair off,, use a Qtip and just spin it, obviously not against the fins but against the debris and it will act like a tornado, won’t have to take off the cover. Thank me later

[@douglasguido6899]

Thank you for this ! So i have this issue now with the draining not completely draining. It squirts a little out but not draining the entire thing.. any thoughts?

[@kariedwards495]

Honestly, I don’t know that…I haven’t had the issue so I haven’t investigated it

[@byungchanlee4660]

thank youu

[@dennisreynolds9202]

The real question was how it was after you cleaned it. Because I clean the filter and empty it..but it's still having problems. But tomorrow I'm taking it apart and cleaning it very well. Too see how it would work. It's 102 degrees, and I'm hot as hell.

[@Ur2ezTV]

My compressor sounds like it's still running after I shut it off, it's like a huming sounds and I hear a little gurgling, can't fix it. It does blow cold air but doesn't shut off right anymore, just did a full clean. Any pointers? Same exact ac in the video. I have yo unplug it from the wall.

[@kariedwards495]

How long does the gurgling last? It might be a matter of settling down, it might have water in the drain or it might be low on Freon (low Freon will still blow cold until it gets too low…do the coils ever get ice on them.?

[@doug42780]

I have the same one with the issue

[@fuckingmonkey28]

How were u able to pry open the notches? I just saw that I was taking more plastic off then pryingit open in my case. ( I have the exact same model)

[@kariedwards495]

I felt around for where it was the tightest and worked that way, it’s not an easy science to explain…I spent 18 years with a guy people nicknamed ma guy er because he can figure anything out so I learned a little

[@fuckingmonkey28]

@@kariedwards495 thank you