UseAndCare 2 A Note to You ......................... Safety ........... 3 Parts and Features ................. 4 Air Conditioner Operating Your Air Conditioner ............................. Starting your air conditioner .......................... Using the exhaust vent control ......................... Using the energy saver settings ............................... Changing air direction ......... 5 5 6 6 6 Caring for Your Air Conditioner ............................. 7 Cleaning the front panel.. ... .
A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL Air Conditioners are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
Air Conditioner Your safety is important Safety to us. This guide contains statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the warning symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY Read all instructions before using the air conditioner. *Complete the installation requirements as described in the Installation Instructions. l Do not operate the air conditioner with the front panel removed.
Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar with where all parts and features are located and what they look like. To help you find information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included. Air direction louvers and tab Slide-out air filter (P. 8) Model and serial number label 4 Cdntrol panel door Redovable front panel (P. 5) (P.
Operating Your Air Conditioner To obtain the best possible results from your air conditioner, it is important that you operate it properly. This section tells you how to set the controls and how to direct the cooled air. Starting your air conditioner Fire Hazard Do not use an extension cord. Doing so can result in death, fire, or electrical shock. 1. Set Exhaust Control to CLOSED for maximum cooling performance. (See “Using the exhaust vent control” on page 6.1 2.
. __^_._. Using the exhaust vent control The Exhaust Vent Control draws stale or smoky air from the room or circulates existing room air. To exhaust room air: 1. Set Exhaust Control to OPEN. 2. Set Fan Control to desired setting. If no cooling is desired, set Fan Control to FAN ONLY. 3. Set Thermostat Control to desired setting. To circulate room air: 1. Set Exhaust Control to CLOSED. 2. Set Fan Control to desired setting. If no cooling is desired, set Fan Control to FAN ONLY. 3.
CaringfbrYourAir Conditioner Proper care of your air conditioner helps ensure longer life of the unit and lower operating costs. Follow these instructions carefully. Call your authorized Whirlpool servicing dealer for an annual checkup. Cleaning the front panel Explosion Hazard Unplug power cord from outlet before cleaning the air conditioner. Use only nonflammable cleaners. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, fire, or electrical shock. 1.
Cleaning the slide-out air filter The filter is cleanable. A clean filter helps remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air. Check every two weeks to see if filter needs cleaning. 1. Remove filter by sliding it up and out the top of the front panel. 2. Clean filter using a vacuum cleaner. OR If very dirty, wash filter with warm water and mild detergent. Air dry thoroughly before replacing. 3. Replace filter by sliding it back down into opening at top of front panel.
Excessive Weight Hazard Use 2 or more people to move and install air conditioner. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury. 4. Remove side curtains. Slide curtains out to their fullest width. From the back side, remove the Phillips-head screws (A) holding the curtains to the cabinet. 5. Remove the slotted hex-head screws (B) holding the top channel. 6. Remove the slotted hex-head screws (C) on the sides of the cabinet. 7.
._.*_.-..~. Saving l l l l l l l l l energy Improve your home’s insulation. Seal all doors and windows. Close the fireplace flue. Close blinds or drapes on the sunny side of the house. Add window awnings. Keep the air filter clean. Do not block the airflow from the air conditioner with drapes or furniture. Ventilate the attic. High temperatures in the attic add to the cooling load. Try not to use heat-producing appliances during the hottest part of the day.
Troubleshooting Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers run into with their air conditioners. Please read through this chart before calling for service. It could save you the cost of a service call.
Reauestina Service Assistance or Before calling for assistance or service, please check “Troubleshooting” on page 11. It may save you the cost of a service call. If you still need help, follow the instructions below. 1. If you need assistance* ... Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance r Center telephone number. Dial toll-free from anywhere in the U.S.A.: 1-800-253-l 301 and talk with one of our trained consultants.
._~. Index This index is alphabetical. page number. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the PAGE TOPIC AIRFLOW Directing .................................................. 6 CLEANING Air filter .................................................... Front panel .............................................. 8 7 ENERGY Saving ................................................... 10 ENERGY SAVER SETTINGS .................... 6 EXHAUST VENT CONTROL .....................
WHIRLPOOL@ Room Air Conditioner Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WHIRLPOOL FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship. FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system. These parts are: 4. Drier-strainer 1. Compressor 5. Connecting tubing 2. Evaporator 3.
