Crosley CAE12ESR15, CAE12ESR14, CAE12ESR13, CAE12ESR12, CAE12ESR11 Owner’s Manual
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NOTE: This USE & CARE MANUAL pro-
vides specific operating instructions for your
model. Use the room air conditioner only
as instructed in this USE & CARE MANUAL.
These instructions are not meant to cover
every possible condition and situation that
may occur. Common sense and caution
must be practiced when installing, operat-
ing, and maintaining any appliance.
Contents
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Warranty
Product Registration
Packaging
Normal Sounds
Important Safety Instructions
Air Conditioner Features
Care and Cleaning
Energy Saving Ideas
Avoid Service Checklist
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRONIC CONTROL
AIR CONDITIONER
Crosley Corporation PO Box 2111 P/N 66129901158
Winston-Salem, NC 27101. Tel: 336-761-1212
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER WARRANTY
Your product l'Sprotected by th/s warranty
Your appliance is warranted by Crosley. Crosley has authorized Frigidaire Consumer Services and their authorized servicers to perform service under this
warranty. Crosley authorizes no one else to change or add to any of these obligations under this warranty. Any obligations for service and parts under this
warranty must be performed by Frigidaire Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.
WARRANTY FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS THE CONSUMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE
PERIOD AUTHORIZED SERVlCERS, WILL: FOR:
FULL ONE-YEAR One year from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing parts Costs of service calls that are listed under
WARRANTY purchase date. of this appliance which prove to be defective NORMAL RESPONSiBiLiTiES OF THE
in materials or workmanship. CONSUMER.*
LIMITED 2-5 YEAR
WARRANTY (Sealed
System)
Sixth through Tenth Year
(Limited Warranty on
Compressor)
*NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES OF
THE CONSUMER
EXCLUSIONS
Second through fifth
years from original
purchase date.
In the sixth through
tenth years from date of
purchase.
This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items
listed below,
I. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided with the product.
2. Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and inaccordance
with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes.
3. Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections
or defects in house wiring.
4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc., which are
not a part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory.
5. Damages to finish after installation.
6. Damage to unit after removal from packaging carton.
This warranty does not cover the following:
1. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES
RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY. Note: Some states do not allow
the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.
2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary
household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.
3. Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of parts other than
Frigidaire Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or external causes such as abuse,
misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.
4. Products with original serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannot be readily determined.
Repair or replace any parts in the Sealed
Refrigeration System (compressor,
condenser, evaporator and tubing) proves to
be defective in materials or workmanship.
When this product is installed, operated and
maintained according to instructions attached
to or furnished with the product,Crosley will
replace the compressor with a compressor of
the same or substantially the same quality as
the manufacturer's original.
Diagnostic costs and any removal,
transportation and reinstallation costs which
are required because of service. Costs for
labor, parts and transportation other than with
respect to the Sealed Refrigeration System.
Please see warranty information packed with
product or ask the dealer for complete
warranty details.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bill establishes the warranty
period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep all receipts. This written
warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights that vary from state to state. Service under this
warranty must be obtained by following these steps, in order:
1. Contact Frigidaire Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer.
2. If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Relations Department at:
Frigidaire
RO. Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30917
800-444=4944
CANADA
Electrolux Canada Group
6150 McLaughlin Road
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2
1-866-2139397
Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by
Crosley.
This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A., Puerto Rico and Canada.
FOR SERVICE CALL 1-800-444-4944.
Product Registration
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. On all models, the serial
plate is located on the outside of the cabinet.
Model No.
Serial No.
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely, signed
and returned to the Frigidaire Company.
Packaging
Normal Sounds
Remove aii packaging from inside the unit, also any inserts placed into
the side louvers,
packaging inserts
High Pitched Chatter
Today's high efficiency compressors
may have a high pitched chatter
during the cooling cycle.
Vibration
Unit may vibrate and make noise
because of poor wall or window
or incorrect installation.
Sound of Rushing Air
At the front of the unit, you may
hear the sound of rushing air
being moved by the fan.
Gurgle/H/'ss
"Gurgling or hissing" noise may be heard
due to refrigerant passing through
evaporator during normal operation.
Pinging or Swishing
Droplets of water hitting
condenser during normal
operation may cause "pinging
or swishing" sounds.
important Safety
instructions
The power supply cord with
this air conditioner contains a current
detection device designed to reduce the risk
of fire.
Please refer to the section 'Operation of
Current Device' for details.
In the event that the power supply cord is
damaged, it cannot be repaired it must be
replaced with a cord from the Product
Manufacturer.
Avoid fire hazard or electric
shock. Do not use an extension cord or an
adaptor plug. Do not remove any prong from
the power cord.
Grounding type wall
receptacle
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Power suppty cord
with 3=prong grounding
plug and current
detection device
Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.
_®ARN_NG For Your Safety
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings.
R_NG Prevent Accidents
Toreduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your air conditioner,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
= Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen. This information
can be found on the serial plate, which is located on the side of the cabinet and behind the
grille.
= If the air conditioner is to be installed in a window, you will probably want to clean both
sides of the glass first. If the window is a triple-track type with a screen panel included,
remove the screen completely before installation.
Be sure the air conditioner has been securely and correctly installed according to the
separate installation instructions provided with this manual. Save this manual and the
installation instructions for possible future use in removing or reinstalling this unit.
When handling the air conditioner, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on front
and rear coils.
RN_t_e Electrical Information
The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is stated on the serial plate.
Refer to the rating when checking the electrical requirements.
, Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards,
proper grounding is important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding
plug for protection against shock hazards.
, Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall
receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse
or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle.
= Do not run air conditioner with outside protective cover in place. This could result in
mechanical damage within the air conditioner.
= Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
READ THIS SECTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE AIR CONDITIONER.
Operation of Current
Device
The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord. To
test your power supply cord do the following:
1. Plug in the Air Conditioner.
2. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug head. Press the TEST button.
You will notice a click as the RESET button pops out.
3. Press the RESET button. Again you wilt notice a click as the button engages.
4. The power supply cord is now supplying electricity to the unit. (On some products this is
also indicated by a light on the plug head).
NOTES:
= Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.
= Always make sure the RESET button is pushed in for correct operation.
= The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when either the TEST button is
pushed, or it cannot be reset. A new one can be obtained from the product manufacturer.
, If power supply cord is damaged, it CANNOT be repaired. It MUST be replaced by one
obtained from the product manufacturer.
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