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Installation and Operating Instructions
Room Air Conditioners for
Double-Hung Windows
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ENGLISH
Important Safety Information ................................1
Installation................................................................3
Operation ................................................................5
Maintenance ..........................................................7
Troubleshooting ......................................................7
How to Obtain W
arranty Service or Parts..............8
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Keep these instructions for future reference
For additional questions please call
1-217-347-6459
Features and specifications subject to change without notice.
For Future Reference
Write down the model and serial numbers
The model and serial numbers can be found on the side of
the cabinet near the control panel. Use these numbers in
any correspondence or service calls concerning your air
conditioner.
Model Number
Serial Number
Date of Purchase
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RECOGNIZE SAFETY SYMBOLS,
WORDS AND LABELS
What You Need To Know About
Safety Instructions
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in
this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense,
caution and care must be exercised when operating or
cleaning tools and equipment.
Always contact your dealer, distributor, service agent or
manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not
understand.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious
injury.
ANGER
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o notstore or use gasoline or other flammable vapors
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and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
The fumes can create a fire hazard or explosion.
ANGER
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Important Grounding Requirements
• Air conditioner has a three-prong grounding plug
on the power supply cord, which must be plugged
into a properly grounded three-prong wall
receptacle for your protection against possible
shock hazard. For models up to and including 7.5
mperes, use a grounding type wall receptacle to
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match the cord plug.
• For models above 7.5 amperes use a single outlet
grounding type wall receptacle to match the cord
plug.
Do not operate this air conditioner without proper
time delay circuit protection (circuit breaker or fuse).
Refer to serial plate for proper power supply
requirements.
Recommended Wire Sizes
(As installed per building code) :
PROTECTOR SIZEWIRE GAUGE
15 AMP #14 MINIMUM
20 AMP #12 MINIMUM
30 AMP #10 MINIMUM
125V
15A
250V
20A
250V
15A
250V
30A
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates an potentially hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
DANGER
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Plug unit only into a grounded electrical outlet.
• Do not use an extension cord or plug adapter with
this unit. Do not alter cord or plug end. Do not
remove warning label on cord.
• Do not operate unit with decorative front or filter
removed.
• If the air conditioner has a serial plate rating of 115
volts and greater than 7.5 amps, it must have its
own fuse or circuit breaker, and no other device or
unit should be operated on that fuse or circuit
breaker.
• If the air conditioner has a serial plate rating of 230
volts, it must have its own fuse or circuit breaker,
and no other device or unit should be operated on
that fuse or circuit breaker.
• We recommend that a qualified electrician install
unit in accordance with the National Electrical Code
and local codes and ordinances.
• Use copper conductors of correct wire gauge and
protector size only.
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Power Cord with
Arc Detection Device
The power cord supplied with this air conditioner is
equipped with an Arc Detection Device designed to shut
off power to the unit when it senses an arc fault condition.
An arc fault is an unintentional electrical discharge that
occurs when electrical products or wires are damaged,
ged, or improperly used. An arc fault can be potentially
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hazardous if left undetected.
DANGER
• Do not remove or modify this plug
Do not use as an on/off switch
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Do not use outdoors
Do not push furniture against or place furniture on the
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electrical cord. This can trip the test switch and/or
damage the cord and become a potential condition
for arcing
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Do not attempt to repair the cord. If the cord requires
replacement, call an authorized servicer.
• The Arc Detection Device is not a Ground Fault
Interrupter and should not be used as such
• The Arc Detection Device contains an electronic circuit
board and should not be submerged or exposed to
water spray
Resetting
If the Arc Detection Device has tripped, the reset
button will pop up.
Follow these steps to reset the Arc Detection Device:
1. Unplug unit from electrical outlet
2. Press the reset button
3. Plug the unit back into electrical outlet
4. Check to see if power has returned to the unit
Testing
You should test the Arc Detection Device equipped
power cord monthly, after every major electrical storm,
or if power to your Room Air Conditioner has been
interrupted.
Follow these steps to test the Arc Detection Device:
1. Unplug unit from electrical outlet
Press the reset button
2.
3. Plug the unit back into electrical outlet
4. Press test button. Unit should trip and reset button will
pop up.
Press reset button again for use
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Use two or more people to move and install air
conditioner. Failure to do so can result in back or
ther injury.
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CAUTION
• Do not cut, alter or remove any of the expanded
polystyrene (styrofoam) inside this air conditioner.
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Do not introduce objects in the air discharge area. This
could cause permanent damage.
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Do not pour liquids on the air conditioner as this could
cause a malfunction. With the unit unplugged, use a
damp cloth for cleaning the unit.
CAUTION
• Do not use strong solvents to clean the air conditioner.
• Clean the air conditioner filter every two weeks to
avoid overheating caused by air obstruction. Do not
operate without filter.
Do not obstruct the air intake area of your air
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conditioner, as this could cause overheating, thus
activating the unit’s security switch and shutting off the
unit.
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Do not block air circulation to outside louvers of
cabinet.
Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains, or
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furniture, or outside with shrubs, enclosures, or other
buildings.
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Do not run the air conditioner with an outside
protective cover in place. This could result in fire or
mechanical damage within the air conditioner.
• Carefully inspect the location where the air conditioner
will be installed. Be sure it will support the weight of
the unit over an extended period of time.
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If above test fails, stop using the air conditioner and
contact customer service by calling the following tollfree number:
1-866-629-8441
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ools Needed
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Screwdrivers
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Level
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Ruler or
tape measure
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Pencil
Unit & Window Size
1. If your air conditioner cabinet is 20” wide, it will
fit window openings 23 7/8” to 39” in width.
inimum opening height is 12 3/4” from bottom
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of sash to sill. Removal of both filler panels
permits installation in windows with a minimum
pening width of 20 1/4”. This size unit requires
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one leveling bracket (Fig. A).
Attach Filler Panels On some models...
1. Attach filler panels to the existing holes in the
cabinet using the supplied screws (Fig. B). Filler
panels may be already attached.
Installation in Normal Width Window
1. Open and mark center line of window. Attach
one leveling bracket on the center line of the
window. Brackets may be attached to window sill
in either direction for maximum support,
depending on the depth of the window sill.
2. Mark line 1 1/4” from edge of window sill and
fasten leveling bracket with 1” long wood screws
at mark through larger holes in bracket (Fig. C).
3. Screw leveling bolt in 3/8” threaded hole of
leveling bracket and adjust so bolt is 1/4” below
top of window sill (Fig. D).
Fig. A
Fig. B
Filler panel
Fig. C
23 7⁄8” to 39”
12 3⁄4”
min.
Top bar
Bottom bar CabinetScrews
OUTSIDE VIEW
1” wood screw
1 1/4” space
Sill edge
Screw
Leveling bolt
Fig. D
Sill edge Screw
1 1/4”
space
3/8” threaded hole
Leveling bracket
SIDE VIEW
1/4”
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4. Keeping a firm grip on air conditioner, carefully
center air conditioner in window opening with
the bottom bar sitting behind window sill. Be
sure cabinet maintains an outward pitch. Air
conditioner should slant slightly downward on
the outside as shown by half a bubble off on a
carpenter’s level. This outward pitch prevents
water from entering the room (Fig. E).
5. Close window until it touches behind air
onditioner top bar. Slide filler panels outward
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until they touch window sash tracks. (Do not
release grip on air conditioner until lower
window sash is in final position) (Fig. F).
6. Secure top of filler panels by driving 5/8” long
wood screws through top mounting holes into
window sash (Fig. F).
7. Secure bottom of filler panels by driving 5/8” long
screws into window sill through filler panel tabs
(Fig. F).
8. Cut plastic foam seal to width of window and
install between upper and lower window sash
(Fig. F).
9. Use sealant to fill any minor openings.
Installation in
Minimum Width (20 1/4”) Window
1. Remove both filler panels from air conditioner
cabinet (Fig. B).
2. Refer to steps 1 through 6 of preceding
instructions (Pgs. 2 & 3).
3. Close window until it touches behind air
conditioner top bar (Fig. E).
4. Fasten lower window sash to window frame (use
finishing nails, wood screws, or “L” brackets)
(Fig. F).
5. If filler is required on sides of air conditioner, cut
plastic foam seal to size and fill both sides.
Cut plastic foam seal to width of window and
6.
install between upper and lower window sash
(Fig. F).
7. Use sealant to fi
Consult your authorized dealer or importer for
alternative installation instructions.
ll any minor openings.
Fig. E
op bar
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Window sill
Fig. F
Plastic foam seal
Window sill
Lower window sash
Bottom bar
SIDE VIEW
evel
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Leveling bracket
INSIDE VIEW
Lower
window
sash
5/8” wood
screws
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Operation
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D
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Power
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ontrol
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et Temperature/Timer
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B
Display
Temperature/Timer
C.
Hour Controls
Mode
D.
Control
Fan Speed Control
E.
Timer Control
F.
Built-in three minute timing delay.
If this electronic unit will not respond to touch pad or
remote control commands, it is necessary to unplug the
unit from the electrical outlet for five seconds and then
plug the unit back in.
Auto restart feature:
In the event of a power failure, this feature allows
the unit to resume operation once power has been
restored, retaining the most recent settings. Upon
restoration of power, the timer mode may need to
be reset if being utilized.
CAUTION
Heat/Cool models or units with electric
heat are designed to be used only as a
supplemental heat sour
used in addition to regular heating
systems and never as the primary source
of heat.
ce. They should be
Power Control
The Power Control turns the unit on and off.
et Temperature/Timer Display
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hows the set temperature when the unit is in operation and hours
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hen the timer is being set. THE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY ONLY
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SHOWS THE SET TEMPERATURE, NOT THE ACTUAL ROOM TEMPERATURE.
Temperature/Timer Hour Controls
These buttons are used to raise or lower the set temperature in
increments of 1° from 66°F to 88°F. By depressing both buttons at
once, the display will toggle between Celsius and Fahrenheit. When
the timer is being set, these buttons are used to change the hour
setting in increments of 1 from 00 to 24.
Mode Control
A green light will indicate which mode is currently
being utilized.
Cool Mode – The unit will circulate and cool the air.
Heat Mode (Heat Models Only)– The unit will circulate and heat
the air.
Heater Safety Feature- When heater is powered off, low fan will
automatically stay on and run for 60 seconds to ensure the removal
of residual heat, meanwhile, the Low Fan LED blinks until the low
fan stops.
Fan Mode – The unit will only circulate the air.
Energy Saver Mode –
(The energy saver mode is designed to operate with Cool mode
only)
The fan will switch from the set fan speed to LO whenever the
compressor turns off in response to the thermostat. When the compressor cycles back on, the unit will return to the original fan setting.
Fan Speed Control
High, Medium*, Low and Auto
The settings are adjusted with the Fan Speed Control, each time the
button is depressed it changes the setting. A green light will indicate which setting is currently being used.
When the AUTO feature is selected while the air conditioner is in
the COOL or HEAT mode, the fan speeds will change automatically
as the temperature in the room changes.
COOL
Mode
• 7° or more above the set temperature
will use HI FAN.
• 4° or less above the set temperature
will use
LO F
HEAT Mode (Heat models only)
• 9° or more below the set temperature
will use HI FAN.
4° or less below the set temperature
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will use LO FAN.
*MEDIUM FAN NOT available on HEAT models.
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imer Control
AAA
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EC R031.5V
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AAA
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EC R03
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.5V
AAA
IEC R031.5V
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AAA
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EC R03
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The timer can be set to either turn the unit on or off.
o turn the unit ON using the Timer:
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• Depress the timer button when the power is off, the display will
read 00. Adjust to the desired number of hours before TURN ON
sing the temperature/timer controls.
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• The display will show the time by hours left
ntil TURN ON.
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• To turn the timer off, depress the timer key.
• A green light next to the Timer Control indicates that the timer
is set.
To turn the unit OFF using the Timer.
• Depress the timer button when the power is on, the display will
read 00. Adjust to the desired number of hours before TURN OFF
using the temperature/timer controls. The display will
automatically go back to the set temperature after 10 seconds.
• To display the amount of time left until TURN OFF, depress the
timer button once.
• To turn the TIMER OFF, depress the timer button twice.
• A green light next to the Timer Control indicates that the timer
is set.
Built-in three minute timing delay.
If this electric unit will not respond to touch pad or remote control
commands, it is necessary to unplug the unit from the electrical outlet for five seconds and then plug the unit back in.
Auto restart feature:
In the event of a power failure, this feature allows the unit to
resume operation once power has been restored, retaining the most
recent settings
Air Conditioner Remote Control
The functions work the same as your air conditioner’s touch controls.
Remove the back cover and
insert the batteries with the
poles (+) and (-) in the correct
position.
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CAUTION
• Use only AAA or IEC R03 1.5V batteries.
• Remove the batteries if the remote controller is not used for
a month or longer.
• Do not attempt to recharge the supplied batteries.
• Do not dispose of the batteries in a fire as they may explode.
• Do not mix old and new batteries. All batteries should be
replaced at the same time.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon - zinc), or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
• Do not install the batteries with the polarity (+/–) reversed.
• Keep batteries and other things that could be swallowed
away from young children. Contact a doctor immediately if
an object is swallowed.
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Maintenance
irecting Airflow
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Unit is engineered with adjustable louvers to direct discharge airflow.
Louvers are manually adjusted by moving levers in direction of desired
airflow.
Cleaning Air Filter
Clean the filter every two weeks
1. Turn unit OFF.
2. Remove the air filter by grasping the top corners and pulling it up
and out of the unit.
3. Wash in hot soapy water, rinse and shake dry.
4. Replace the filter, with the front of the filter toward you.
5. To dry the filter thoroughly, run your unit for a few minutes.
Remember, only a clean filter works properly and delivers top
performance.
CAUTION
Failure to keep air filter clean will result in poor air circulation.
DO NOT operate without filter. This can render the unit
inoperative.
Fig. G
ir filter
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Proper use and care of your air conditioner will help ensure longer life of
the unit. It is recommended to annually inspect and clean the coils and
condensate water passages. Expense of annual inspection is the consumers’ responsibility.
Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting Guide
Occurrence Possible Cause Solutions
Air conditioner will not operate
Air from unit does not • Thermostat set too warm. • Set thermostat to colder temperature.
feel cold enough • Room temperature below 70°F. • Cooling may not occur until room
Air conditioner cooling, • Outdoor temperature below 70°F. • To defrost the coil set thermostat to warmer
but room is too warm — position.
ice forming on cooling coil • Dirty air filter — air restricted. • Clean filter. See “Cleaning the Air Filter” section.
behind decorative front
Air conditioner cooling, • Dirty air filter — air restricted. • Clean air filter.
but room too warm — Refer to “Cleaning Air Filter” section.
NO ice forming on cooling coil • Thermostat set too warm. • Set thermostat to colder setting.
behind decorative front
Noise when unit is cooling
Water dripping inside • Improper installation. • Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to
when unit is cooling allow water drainage. Refer to installation
Water dripping outside • Unit removing large quantity of moisture • This is normal during excessively humid days.
when unit is cooling from humid room.
To save time and expense, check the following before calling an authorized service station.
To save time and expense, check the following before calling an authorized service station.
• Wall plug disconnected. • Push plug firmly into wall outlet.
• House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. • Replace fuse with time delay type
• Unit turned off and then on too quickly. • If air conditioner is turned off,
• Thermostat set too low for cooling. • Adjust thermostat to higher setting for cooling.
• Air movement sound. • The sound of rushing air is normal. If too loud,
• Sound of fan hitting water-moisture • This is normal when humidity is high.
removal system. Close doors, windows and registers.
• Window vibration — poor installation. • Refer to installation instructions —
or reset circuit breaker.
wait 3 minutes before restarting.
temperature rises above 70°F.
turn selector to lower fan setting.
check with installer
instructions — check with installer.
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How to Obtain Warranty Service
Service for your Room Air Conditioner will be provided by
areCo through its network of Authorized Independent
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Servicers nationwide.
Note: Before calling for service, carefully read the "Installation
nd Operating Instructions" booklet. Then if you need service:
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1. Call a CareCo authorized service contractor and advise of
he model number, serial number, date of purchase and the
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nature of your complaint. Service will be provided during normal working hours. Contact your dealer for the name of an
uthorized service contractor, if unknown to you.
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2. If your dealer is unable to give you the name of a service
contractor or if you need other assistance, call CareCo at
1-800-332-6658
or write:
CareCo
415 Wabash Avenue
Effingham, IL 62401
Proof of Purchase Date
It is the responsibility of the consumer to establish the original
purchase date for warranty purposes. We recommend that a
bill of sale, canceled check or some other appropriate payment record be kept for that purpose.
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