Russell Hobbs 9000BTU Portable Air Conditioner Review

The Russell Hobbs Portable Air Conditioner is a versatile and high performance 2-in-1 air conditioner and dehumidifier. It's ideal for use all year around, cooling down / removing moisture from rooms up to 16 square metres in size. It has a high cooling power of 9000BTU, as well as a rapid dehumidification rate of up to 36 litres per hour which can be drained into a tank or through a tube straight down the drain.

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The unit's other features include R290 refrigerant which doesn't damage the ozone layer, a window seal kit to improve on its effectiveness / energy efficiency, easy to use controls, a quiet 53dB design and a high level of mobility.

About Russell Hobbs

Russell Hobbs are a British brand of home and kitchen appliances. They began in 1952, and have since then grown into a world renowned brand. Their range includes kettles, toasters, mixers, blenders, food processors, slow cookers, bread makers, rice cookers, food steamers, fryers, sandwich makers, grills, griddles, air conditioners, and more.

Specification

The features are as follows:

• 2-in-1 Appliance - The Russell Hobbs Portable Air Conditioner is a 2-in-1 appliance - an air conditioner and dehumidifier. It's therefore not just designed for summer use. It's ideal for rooms up to 16 square metres in size, including kitchens, bedrooms, living rooms, dining rooms, pet rooms, utility rooms, home offices, etc.
• Air Conditioner - In air conditioner mode, the unit has a high cooling power of 9000BTU.
• Dehumidifier - In dehumidifier mode, the unit is capable of extracting up to 36 litres of water from the air per day, although this depends on the room in question. It drains this water either continuously through a 1 metre long hose straight down the drain or into a 1 litre water tank. The unit is perfect for protecting against damp and preventing condensation from forming.
• Eco-Friendly - The Russell Hobbs Portable Air Conditioner uses R290 refrigerant which has zero impact on the ozone layer. This is in stark contrast to freon-based air conditioners which can damage the ozone layer.
• Window Seal Kit - Included with the appliance is a window seal kit. It's easy to install, and lets you save energy by minimising the loss of cool air. It works on UVPC windows that open inwards/outwards, on either 3 or 4 sides. The exhaust hose is 1.5 metres long, which is fairly standard.
• Controls - The control panel is simple, straightforward and intuitive.
• Quiet Design - The unit runs at around the 53dB mark.
• Portability - The lightweight/compact design together with the four integrated castor wheels allow the appliance to be moved around the house with ease.
• Specification - The unit measures 42cm x 31cm x 68cm, weighs 29kg and has a power rating of 960W. It runs in temperatures between 18 and 32 degrees Celsius.

Video

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Summary

In summary, the Russell Hobbs Portable Air Conditioner is a 2-in-1 appliance with numerous features and a high performance. Its wide coverage area of up to 16 square metres together with its high cooling power and rapid dehumidification rate make it highly versatile and as such suitable for many situations and circumstances. We particularly like its eco-friendly refrigerant, innovative window seal kit and portable design. We rate the Russell Hobbs Portable Air Conditioner 4 out of 5 stars.

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