BLACK+DECKER BXAC40008GB Review

The BLACK+DECKER BXAC40008GB Air Conditioner is a compact, high-end and versatile appliance with three operational modes - Air Conditioner, Dehumidifier and Cooling Fan. It's designed for spaces up to 30 square metres in size, and not just for rooms in the house, but also garages, conservatories, etc. In terms of effectiveness, it has a cooling power of 12,000BTU in air conditioner mode, and extracts up to 29 litres of moisture per day in dehumidifier mode.

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The BLACK+DECKER BXAC40008GB has a number of useful/versatile features. It offers three fan speeds, an energy saving sleep mode, an up to 24 hour programmable timer, an LED display, soft touch controls and a portability thanks to its lightweight/compact design and four castor wheels. It also comes with accessories, including a window kit adaptor, a 1.5 metre long exhaust pipe, a remote control, an active carbon filter and a continuous drainage tube.

About BLACK+DECKER

BLACK+DECKER are a brand of power tools, garden tools, home/cleaning appliances, painting/decorating equipment and car care. They were founded in 1910, and have since then become an internationally recognised brand.

Specification

We now take a detailed look at the features:

• 3-in-1 Functionality - The BLACK+DECKER BXAC40008GB Air Conditioner is a three-in-one appliance that can be used as an air conditioner, a dehumidifier and a cooling fan. Air conditioner mode is ideal in the hot summer. The dehumidifier is perfect for cold and wet days during the winter, removing up to 29 litres of moisture from the air per day through a continuous drainage tube. It also protects against condensation. The cooling fan is useful for spring/autumn weather.
• Suitability - The appliance serves rooms up to 30 square metres in size. It can be used in homes, flats, kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, garages, etc.
• Three Fan Speeds - The three fan speeds let you balance performance with quietness. There's also an "Auto Breeze" function that measures the current air temperature and adjusts the fan speed accordingly. It emits as little as 45dB of noise on the lowest setting.
• Timer - A 24 hour timer allows the appliance to be scheduled, therefore giving you more control over its use.
• Display / Controls - The unit has an LED display. The controls on the unit are soft touch for ease of use. The unit can also be operated with a remote control, meaning you can change the appliance's settings from the comfort of the sofa.
• Portability - The BLACK+DECKER BXAC40008GB Air Conditioner is portable thanks to its compact/lightweight design, as well as its four castor wheels.
• Accessories - Included with the appliance is a window kit adaptor, a 1.5 metre long exhaust pipe, an active carbon filter, a remote control, a continuous drainage tube, four castor wheels and a user manual.

Summary

Overall, the BLACK+DECKER BXAC40008GB Air Conditioner is a powerful, multi-functional and versatile appliance. It works great as an air conditioner, dehumidifier and cooling fan, making it ideal for use all throughout the year. We particularly like its three fan speeds, 24 hour timer and compact/lightweight/portable design. We rate the BLACK+DECKER BXAC40008GB Air Conditioner 4 out of 5 stars.

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