AIR CONDITIONER CARE
Your new air conditioner is designed to give you many years of 3. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If air filter is very dirty,
dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not wash air
for your air conditioner properly. Call your local authorized dealer filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry
for an annual checkup. Remember? the cost of this service call filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum
is your responsibility.efficiency.
4. Slide air filter down into the filter door. Close filter door.
Cleaning the Air Filter
The air filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps Cleaning the Front Panel
remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important 1. Turn off air conditioner.
for best cooling and operating efficiency. Check the filter every 2. Remove the air filter and clean it separately. See ?Cleaning
2 weeks to see whether it needs cleaning. the Air Filter.?
NOTE: Do not operate the air conditioner without the filter in
place.3. Wipe the front panel with a soft, damp cloth.
4. Air dry front panel completely.
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2. Slide air filter out from either side of the front panel.
Repairing Paint Damage
Check once or twice a year for paint damage. This is very
important, especially in areas near oceans or where rust is a
problem. If needed, touch up with a good grade enamel paint.
NOTE: To reduce paint damage during the winter, install a heavy-
duty cover over air conditioner cabinet. For information on
ordering a heavy-duty cover, see ?Accessories.?
Annual Maintenance
Your air conditioner needs annual maintenance to help ensure
steady, top performance throughout the year. Call your local
authorized dealer to schedule an annual checkup. The expense
of an annual inspection is your responsibility.A
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help.
The power supply cord has tripped (Reset button has
Air conditioner will not operatepopped out). Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset
button will latch and remain in) to resume operation.
A household fuse has blown, or a circuit breaker has
tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the WARNING
problem continues, call an electrician. See ?Electrical
Requirements.?
Depending on model, the Power button has not been
pressed or the Fan control is turned to Off. Press POWER
or turn the Fan control to an active setting.
The local power has failed. Wait for power to be restored.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Air conditioner blows fuses or trips circuit breakersPlug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.Too many appliances are being used on the same circuit.
Unplug or relocate appliances that share the same circuit.Do not use an adapter.
Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker of the wrong capacity Do not use an extension cord.
is being used. Replace with a time-delay fuse or circuit
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, breaker of the correct capacity. See ?Electrical
fire, or electrical shock.Requirements.?
An extension cord is being used. Do not use an extension
cord with this or any other appliance.
The power supply cord is unplugged. Plug into a grounded
3 prong outlet. See ?Electrical Requirements.?You are trying to restart the air conditioner too soon after
turning the unit off. Wait at least 3 minutes after turning the
unit off before trying to restart the air conditioner.
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