installation instructions
For Heavy Duty (FAS Models) and
Median (FAM Models) Air Conditioners
Please read ALL instructions before installing.Two penple are
recommended to install this product.If a new electrical outlet
is required,have the outlet installed by a qualified electrician
belbre installing unit, See#5 ill Preliminary hlstruetions
lullowing.
Preliminary instructions
Do the following bel_we starting to install unit.See ilh_strations
below.
SAFETY LOCKAND
Check dimensions of ynur unit to determine model type:
Heavy duty (FAS) Median (FAM)
Unfl ileight: 18.>, 8 17.58"
Unit Width: 23 L,¢,
Min. Window Opening: 19" 18 _'¢'o
Min. Window Width: 31" 26 _ "
Max. Windov_, Widlh: 43" 40 L2"
1. Cheek windnw opening size - the mnuntiug parts f_lrnished
_ith this air conditioner are made to install in a wooden
sill double-hung window.The standard parts are for
wiudox_ dimensions listed above.Open sash to a minimum
of 19"(483mm). (FIG. 1)
2. Check condition of window - all wood parts of window
most be in good shape and able to firmly hold the needed
screws.If not, make repairs before installing unit.
FIG. 1
(LEFT)
LOOKNUT WINDOW SUPPORT
3/4,, LONG _ _RACKET
_OkAk_rHKA D "_-l_ Sl_k N G LE
.
Cheek your storm windows - if your storm window
frame does not allow the Clearance required, correct by
adding a piece of wood as shown in FIG.2, or by removing
storm window while room air conditioner is being installed,
(continued)
BRACKET
_ _SASH
19" MIN
1/2" MIN
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
T
FIG. 2 _ASH
19" MIN
1/2" MIN ! 1/2" MIN
T--TH ,
BOARD THICKNESS AS
EQUIRED, ALONG
} _ ENTIRESTOOL, FASTEN
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR WITH TWO NAILS OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION SCREWS.
P/N 66129901164
4. CHECK FOR ANYTHING THAT COULD BLOCK
AIRFLOW- check area outside of window for things
such as shrubs, lrees, or awnings. Inside, be sure
furniture, drapes, or blinds will not stop proper air flow.
S. Check the availaMe electrical service - lmwer supply mtt_t
be the same as that shown on the unit serial nameplate.
(See Owner's Guide for serial plate location.)Power cord
is 48"long. Be sure you have an outlet near.
All models have a 3-prong service plug to provide proper
service and safe positive grouding. Do not change plug in
any way. Do not use an adapter plug. If your present wall
outlet does not match yore plug, call a qualified eleclriciml
lo make the needed change.
Avoid firehazed o1"electric
shoclcDo not useanextensioncolvlo1"an
adaptorplug.Donotremoveanyp!ongfrom
thepowercord.
Tools Required
a large flat blade screwdriver
tape measure
adjustable wrench or pliers
pencil
Level
Socket wrenches
Phillips screwdriver
Hardware (in plastic bag)
Qly.
Locking Scre,s
Washer Head
For '_indow panels
3/4" Long ttex-Head Screv\
2
Crounding _rpe _all
receptacle
plug anti current
detection device
6. Carefully unpack air conditioner - remove all packing
material Protect floor or caq)et fi'om damage. Two
people should be used to move and install unit.
Safety Lock
(_ 1:2" Long Scre,,
_)Q 3:'4" Long Flal
_ Long hex-head
and tocknut
ttead Bolt and
Locknut
Sill Angle Bracket
locking screw for
top angle, side
retainer 5/!6"
Long
4ca.
2 ca.
2
10
Window Mounting
H Remove Chassis
1. Pull down front panel and remove filter. (See F[G. 1).
2. Lift front upwards and place to one side.
3. Locate the four front screws and remove. These screws will
be needed to re-install the front later. (See FIG.2)
4. Pry away fi-ont from cabinet sides as per photo (see NG.3)
5. Gently lift front offunit and place to one side (See FIG.4).
i/
6. Remove shipping screws from top of unit and also on the side
by the base if installed. (See FIG.9)
7. Hold the cabinet while pulling on the base handle, and care-
fully remove the unit. (See FIG.2)
8. Add two lbam inserts to holes in top of cabinet where
shipping screws were removed from.
_ install Top Angle
1. Attach lbam gasket to top angle above holes as
2. Install top
and Side Bracket
shown in FIG. 6.
FIG. 6
angle and
side retainers
to cabinet as
shown in FIG. 6.
Assemble Window
H FRier Panels
1. Place cabinet on floor, a bench, or a table.
2. Slide "I" section of window filler panel into side retainer
on the side of the cabinet (see Figures 7-8). Do both
sides.
FIG. 7
PLASTtC VqlN DOW FILLER
FILA_ME PANEI
FIG.9 FIG. 10
9. Your umt may come with internal packaging_TIllS
PACKAGING MUST BE REMOVED PRIOR TO
INSTAl,LING THE AIR CONDITIONF_ BACK
1NTO THE CABINET. (See FIG. 5).
SIDE
REIAINER
FIG. 8
TOP ( ABINET PLA srrlcFRAME
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