Cleaning the air filter
Your air conditioner?s air filter is removable for easy clean-
ing. A clean filter helps remove dust, lint, and other particles
from the air and is important for best cooling and operating
efficiency. Check the filter every 2 weeks to see if it needs
cleaning. Do not operate the air conditioner without the filter
in place.
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the front panel from the cabinet. (See ?Cleaning
the front panel? on page 12.)
3. Remove the elastic band holding the air filter in place.
Then remove the air filter. See Figure 7.
4. Wash the air filter with warm water and mild detergent.
Do not wash the air filter in the dishwasher or use any
chemical cleaners. Air dry thoroughly before
replacing to ensure maximum efficiency.
5. Replace the filter, elastic band, and front panel.
6. Plug in rhe power cord.
Air filter tips
l Your air filter should be replaced once a year.
. For information on ordering a new filter, see page 26.
Energy saving tips
You can help save energy by reducing your air
conditioner?s work load:
l Improve your home?s insulation. Seal doors and windows.
Close fireplace flue. *
l Close blinds or drapes on the sunny side of your house.
Add awnings.
l Check air filter often to make sure it is clean.
l Do not block airflow with drapes or furniture.
. Ventilate your attic. High temperatures in the attic add to
the cooling load of your air conditioner.
l Try not to use heat-producing appliances during the
hottest part of the day.
l Turn lights and appliances off when they are not needed.
l Keep heat registers and cool-air returns closed.
l Use exhaust/venting fans while cooking, bathing, and
doing laundry.
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