Controls
Temperature ControlWhen fan control is set for cooling or heating, the
Use the temperature control to set and adjust temperaturetemperature control sensor (mounted behind return air
of room or area being conditioned. Turn control clockwisevent) monitors room air temperature. When sensor
to lower temperature of conditioned space; turn controldetects cooling or heating is required, temperature
counterclockwise to raise temperature of conditionedcontrol turns on compressor or electric heater, depending
space.upon operating mode of air conditioner.
NOTE: Position of temperature control does not affect
how quickly cooling or warming occurs. For faster
cooling or warming, set fan control to higher
speed.
Operating Instructions
Before Turning Air Conditioner OnInitial Start Up
To operate air conditioner efficiently and ensure it providesTo start air conditioner for the first time or after it has been
maximum comfort:turned off for an extended period:
? Tightly close all doors and windows in area being1. Tightly close all doors and windows in area.
conditioned (cooled or heated).2. Check fan control on air conditioner control panel.
? Make sure nothing obstructs airflow to or from airControl should be in OFF position.
3. Plug air conditioner power cord into wall receptacle.
conditioner (do not place plants, furniture, lamps, etc.,
in front of the return air vent or air discharge vent).4. Make sure vent control is in NORMAL position. For
maximum efficiency, vent control should be in
? Make sure outdoor louvers are free of obstructions and
fins on evaporator and condenser coils are free of dirtNORMAL position whenever air conditioner is cooling
or heating.
and debris.5. If cooling is desired, place fan control in HIGH
? Make sure air filter is clean.
COOL position and temperature control to coldest
NOTE: Air filter should be cleaned at least once a week(fully clockwise) setting.
during continuous operation. More frequent cleaningIf heating is desired, place fan control in HIGH
may be required in dusty environments. NEVER operateHEAT position and temperature control to warmest
air conditioner with air filter removed.(fully counterclockwise) setting.
? Make sure power cord on air conditioner is plugged into6. When area reaches desired temperature:
an appropriate receptacle. See Electrical Requirements? If cooling, slowly turn temperature control
section of manual.counterclockwise until compressor turns off.
? If heating, slowly turn temperature control clockwise
!WARNINGuntil temperature control ?clicks.?
To avoid risk of personal injury or death due toTemperature control maintains area at desired
electrical shock, DO NOT, under any circumstances,temperature by cycling compressor (or electric heater) on
alter grounding plug. Air conditioner must beand off.
grounded at all times. If a two-prong (non-grounding)NOTE: For quieter operation, reduce fan speed after
wall receptacle is encountered, contact a qualified
setting temperature control at desired
electrician and have the receptacle replaced with atemperature.
properly grounded wall receptacle, in accordance with
the National Electrical Code.
!CAUTION
Do not use condensate (water that accumulates in air
conditioner base pan) for drinking or cooking. It is not
sanitary.
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