Room air conditioners for double hung windows & through-the-wall installation ENGLISH Important Safety Instructions .................................. 2 Installation Window installation .............................................. 3 Thru the wall installation ...................................... 5 Operation Electronic controls ................................................ 6 Cleaning the air filter ..............................................7 Service/Troubleshooting .......................................... 8 Warranty.................................................................. 9 ESPAÑOL Instrucciones importantes de seguridad ................ Instalación Instalación en la ventana .................................... Instalación empotrado en la pared ...................... Funcionamiento Controles electronicos ...................................... Limpieza del filtro del aire .................................. Servicio/Localización y Solución de averías .......... Garantía ................................................................ FRANÇAIS Directives de sécurité important .......................... Installation Installation dans une fenêtre .............................. Installation à travers un mur ................................ Utilisation Commandes électronique .................................. Nettoyage du filtre à air ...................................... Dépannage/Guide de diagnostic............................ Garantie ................................................................ Acondicionadores de aire para ventanas de guillotina y empotrados en la pared 10 11 13 14 16 17 18 Climatiseurs ­ Installation dans un mur ou une fenêtre à guillotine 19 20 21 23 25 26 27 For Future Reference Write down the model and serial numbers The model and serial numbers can be found on the side of the cabinet near the control panel. Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your air conditioner. Para referencia futura Escriba el número de modelo y de serie El número de modelo y de serie se encuentran en el costado del gabinete cerca del panel de control. Use estos números en toda la correspondencia o llamadas de servicio relacionadas con su acondicionador de aire. Pour consultation ultérieure Inscrivez les numéros de modèle et de série Noter ci-contre les numéros de modèle et de série (on les trouve sur le côté de la grille décorative avant, près du tableau de commande). Communiquer ces numéros lors de toute correspondance ou appel au service après-vente ayant trait au climatiseur. Model No., No. de Modelo, N° de modèle Serial No., No. de Serie, N° de série Date of Purchase, Fecha de Compra, Date d'achat IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS & SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Power Cord with Arc Detection Device The power cord supplied with this air conditioner is equipped with an Arc Detection Device designed to shut off power to the unit when it senses an arc fault condition. An arc fault is an unintentional electrical discharge that occurs when electrical products or wires are damaged, aged, or improperly used. An arc fault can be potentially hazardous if left undetected. WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard · Plug unit only into a grounded electrical outlet. · Do not use an extension cord or plug adapter with this unit. · Do not operate unit with decorative front or filter removed. · Failure to follow these precautions could result in electrical shock, fire or personal injury. · If the air conditioner has a serial plate rating of 115 volts and greater than 7.5 amps, it must have its own fuse or circuit breaker, and no other device or unit should be operated on that fuse or circuit breaker. · If the air conditioner has a serial plate rating of 230 volts, it must have its own fuse or circuit breaker, and no other device or unit should be operated on that fuse or circuit breaker. · We recommend that a qualified electrician install unit in accordance with the National Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances. · Use copper conductors of correct wire gauge and protector size only. · Do not alter cord or plug end. Do not remove warning label on cord. Additional Safety Precautions · Do not cut, alter or remove any of the expanded polystyrene (styrofoam) inside this air conditioner. · Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion. · Do not introduce objects in the air discharge area. This could cause permanent damage. · Do not pour liquids on the air conditioner as this could cause a malfunction. With the unit unplugged, use a damp cloth for cleaning the unit. · Do not use strong solvents to clean the air conditioner. · Clean the air conditioner filter every two weeks to avoid overheating caused by air obstruction. Do not operate without filter. · Do not obstruct the air intake area of your air conditioner, as this could cause overheating, thus activating the unit's security switch and shutting off the unit. · Do not block air circulation to outside louvers of cabinet. · Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains, or furniture, or outside with shrubs, enclosures, or other buildings. · Do not run the air conditioner with an outside protective cover in place. This could result in fire or mechanical damage within the air conditioner. WARNING · · · · Do not remove or modify this plug Do not use as an on/off switch Do not use outdoors Do not push furniture against or place furniture on the electrical cord. This can trip the test switch and/or damage the cord and become a potential condition for arcing · Do not attempt to repair the cord. If the cord requires replacement, call an authorized servicer. · The Arc Detection Device is not a Ground Fault Interrupter and should not be used as such · The Arc Detection Device contains an electronic circuit board and should not be submerged or exposed to water spray Resetting Important Grounding Requirements If the Arc Detection Device has tripped, the · Air conditioner has a three-prong reset button will pop up. grounding plug on the power supply cord, Follow these steps to reset the Arc Detection which must be plugged into a properly Device: grounded three-prong wall receptacle for 1. Unplug unit from electrical outlet your protection against possible shock hazard. For models up to and including 2. Press the reset button 7.5 amperes, use a grounding type wall 3. Plug the unit back into electrical outlet receptacle to match the cord plug. 4. Check to see if power has returned to the · For models above 7.5 amperes use a unit single outlet grounding type wall Testing receptacle to match the cord plug. You should test the Arc Detection Device equipped power cord monthly, after every Warning major electrical storm, or if power to your Do not operate this air conditioner without Room Air Conditioner has been interrupted. proper time delay circuit protection Follow these steps to test the Arc Detection (circuit breaker or fuse). Refer to serial Device: plate for proper power supply 1. Unplug unit from electrical outlet requirements. 2. Press the reset button Recommended Wire Sizes 3. Plug the unit back into electrical outlet (As installed per building code) : 4. Press test button. Unit should trip and reset PROTECTOR SIZE WIRE GAUGE button will pop up. 15 AMP #14 MINIMUM 5. Press reset button again for use 20 AMP #12 MINIMUM 30 AMP #10 MINIMUM If above test fails, stop using the air conditioner and contact customer service by calling the following toll-free number: 1-800-332-6658 125V 250V 250V 250V or email: customerservice@fedders.com 15A 15A 20A 30A 2 INSTALLATION WINDOW INSTALLATON Before you start: Window Requirements: This air conditioner is factory prepared for installation in standard doublehung windows with actual opening width of 26 7/8" to 41 5/8" and clear, vertical opening of 15 5/8" minimum from bottom of sash to sill. Unit can be installed in 23 7/8" wide window, if cabinet side seals are removed. A B A 23 7/8" to 41 5/8" A B 15 5/8" minimum B Tools Needed Screwdrivers Fastener Identification Installation Parts Kit contents: Description Item Qty A 1" wood screw 1 B 5/8" wood screw 5 Ratchet or Driver with 1/4" socket Carpenter's Level Tape Measure Actual size Window Installation Decorative Front Removal 1. Remove the 3/8" phillips screws on either side of the cabinet. 2. Gently pull forward while grasping both sides of the decorative front. C C A A B B C Cabinet Decorative front 3/8" Phillips screw Removing the Chassis 1. Remove the two (2) shipping screws from the rear bottom side of the cabinet. These shipping screws may be discarded. 2. Remove the two (2) anti-theft screws from the bottom front sides of the cabinet. RETAIN THESE SCREWS, they will be replaced later in the installation. B A 3. Slide the chassis out of the cabinet by grasping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the top bar. A B C C D D E E Shipping screws Cabinet Anti-theft screws Chassis Base pan handle Filler Panel Frame Installation 1. Slide the filler panel frame onto the air conditioner cabinet using the tracks on the top bar and bottom bar of the unit. Slide the frame as close to the air conditioner as possible so that the curtain locks into place. 2. Gently pull the frame out until it is the correct length for your application. Use caution when working around exposed sharp edges of the cabinet and sharp coils to avoid injury or torn clothing. B A C D A B C E D E Top Bar Filler panel frame Filler panel locking edge Bottom bar Cabinet 3 INSTALLATION WINDOW INSTALLATON Window Installation 1. (cont.) Open window, by raising lower window sash, and mark the center of window sill. Carefully place cabinet in window and align center hole on the bottom bar with the center mark on the window sill. Close lower window sash until it touches behind the top bar. (Do not release your grip on the cabinet until the lower window sash is in its final position). Attach the cabinet to the window sill by driving one 1" long wood screw through the bottom bar into the window sill. Be sure cabinet maintains an downward pitch. Air conditioner should slant slightly downward on the outside as shown by 1/2 a bubble off on a carpenter's level. This outward pitch prevents water from entering the room. 2. B A A B C Window sill Bottom bar C 1" Wood screw 3. Side view A B D C Securing the Filler Panels 1. 2. D Slide filler panels outward until they touch window sash tracks. Secure top of filler panels by driving a 5/8" wood screw through each top mounting hole into window sash. Secure bottom of filler panels by driving a 5/8" wood screw into window sill through each filler panel tab. Install chassis into cabinet. Do not obstruct the air intake area of your air conditioner, as this could cause overheating, thus activating the unit's security switch and shutting off the unit. Do not block aiflow inside with blinds, curtains, or furniture. Do not block airflow outside with shrubs, enclosures, or other buildings. 3. E 4. A B C Carpenter's level Window sash Filler panel D E 5/8" wood screw Window sill A Installing the Chassis into the Cabinet 1. 2. Slide the chassis into the cabinet. Replace the two anti-theft screws at the bottom front sides of cabinet. To replace the decorative front, line up the top tabs and sides, and gently press into position. Reattach the screws on both sides of the decorative front. Make sure the power cord aligns with the power cord slot on the bottom of the decorative front. Make sure the decorative front is secure before reconnecting the plug and operating the unit. Cut plastic foam seal to width of window and install between upper and lower window sash. Use latex or silicone sealant (not supplied) to fill any minor openings. Do not drill a hole in the bottom pan. Unit is designed to operate with approximately 1/2" of water in bottom pan. B 3. C D 4. 5. H E F G A B C Foam seal Lower sash Filler panel D E F Molding Window Sill Anti-theft screw G H Chassis Dec front 4 INSTALLATION THRU-WALL INSTALLATION Installing Cabinet in Minimum Width Window Remove filler panels on air conditioner cabinet. Refer to steps 1 through 3 of Window Installation instructions. Close window until it touches behind air conditioner top bar. Fasten top bar to window frame using 5/8" washer head screw. If filler is required on sides of air conditioner, cut plastic foam seal to size and fill both sides. 6. Use silicone or latex sealant (not supplied) to fill any minor openings. 7. Install chassis into cabinet. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Consult your authorized dealer or importer for alternative installation instructions. A A B Top bar B Attach top bar here A B C Through-the-wall Installation This air conditioner is designed as a slide-out type chassis, making it poss ...