04 OWNER’S MANUAL & INSTALLATION MANUAL Room Air Conditioner Model 1PRMC5000
CONTENTS Safety Information..................................................................................................................... 2 Using the Air Conditioner Temperature Control .................................................................................................................. 4 Air Direction ............................................................................................................................... 4 Maintenance Grille and Case ........................
PRECAUTIONS OPERATING SAFETY INFORMATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury. • Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.
SAFETY INFORMATION PRECAUTIONS CONTINUED CONTINUED IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE WARNING USE OF EXTENSION CORDS RISK OF FIRE. Could cause serious injury or death. • DO NOT use an extension cord with this Window Air Conditioner. • DO NOT use surge protectors or multi-outlet adaptors with this Window Air Conditioner. HOW TO POWER Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
USING THE AIR CONDITIONER Controls (Features and appearance may vary) Air Conditioner Controls 5 Controls 6 7 4 1. 2 9 1 Min Cool Temperature Controls This determines how much cooling is provided. Max Cool - 10 provides the most cooling and Min Cool - 1 provides the least. 8 3 Cooling Descriptions 10 Max Cool For Normal Cooling —Select 4-7 on the dial with HCool r LCool selected. For Maximum Cooling —Select 8-10 on the dial with HCool selected.
CARE AND CLEANING Maintenance Do Not Operate in Freezing Outdoor Conditions This cool-only air conditioner was not designed for freezing outdoor conditions. It must not be used when the outdoor temperature is below freezing (32°F). Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning. Clean filter by using warm water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. Air Filter The air filter should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. • IMPORTANT – Save these instructions for local inspector’s use. • IMPORTANT – Observe all governing codes and ordinances. • Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer. • Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference. • Skill Level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills. • Completion Time – Approximately 1 hour.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS REQUIRED Phillips Head Screwdriver Drill and 1/8" Drill Bit 7 Pencil Ruler or Tape Measure Level Scissors or Knife CONTINUED
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED PARTS INCLUDED (Appearance may vary) Top Mounting Rail Foam Top Window Gasket Side Curtain Frame Left Side Curtain (2) Air Conditioner Type A (3) Type B (9) Side Brackets (2) Right Window Locking Bracket (1) 8
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. WINDOW REQUIREMENTS • These instructions are for a standard double-hung window. You will need to modify them for other types of windows. • The air conditioner can be installed without the side curtain panels if needed to fit in a narrow window. See the window opening dimensions. CONTINUED 3. PREPARE THE AIR CONDITIONER A. Screw the top mounting rail onto the top of the AC with 3 Type A screws.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED 4. INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE WINDOW A. Measure the width of the window opening and mark the center line on the inside windowsill. Place the unit in the window. Lower the window to hold unit in place. B. Set the air conditioner in the window so that is centered. Place the air conditioner so that front edge of the bottom mounting rail is against the back edge of the sill. Top Rail Window Sash About 5" Center Line C.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED 5. INSTALL WINDOW LOCKING BRACKET AND FOAM TOP WINDOW GASKET CAUTION A. To prevent broken glass or damage to windows,on vinyl or other similarly constructed windows, attach the window locking bracket to the window side jamb with one Type B screw. Vinyl Wood B. Cut the foam top window gasket to the window width. C. Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Review the chart on the following page for Troubleshooting Tips. If issue persists, please call for further assistance. Issue Possible Cause What To Do Air conditioner does not start The unit is unplugged Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely into the outlet. Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the breaker. The unit will automatically restart in the setting last used after the power is restored.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED CONTINUED Normal Operating Sounds • You may hear a pinging noise caused by water being picked up and thrown against the condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is high. This is normal, unit is equipped with a slinger blade which scoops up the water from the drain pan and throws it onto the coils for better efficiency. • You may hear the thermostat click when the compressor cycles on and off.
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