Friedrich Km18j30b-3 Owner's Manual

4.3 (3)

Installation and Operation Manual

Room Air Conditioners

Standard Chassis Models

115-Volt: SS08, SS10, SS12, SS14

230-Volt: SS12, SS16, SM18, SM21, SM24

115-Volt: KS12, KS15

230-Volt: KM18, KM24

230-Volt: SL28, SL36

HEAVY DUTY

115-Volt: YS09

230-Volt: YS13, YM18, YL24, ES12, ES16, EM18, EM24, EL36

Register your air conditioner

Model information can be found on the name plate behind the front cover.

Please complete and mail the owner registration card furnished with this product, or register online at www.friedrich.com (USA only). For your future convenience, record the model information here.

Temperature

 

Cooler

Cool

 

Fan

Fan

Only

Speed

Timer

On/OffOperation

Start

Stop

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

PURCHASE DATE

Warmer

Power

Money

Saver

Set Hr.

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Congratulations!

You have purchased the very latest in room air conditioner technology. Your new Friedrich high efficiency room air conditioner will give you many years of dependable service. Many extra features have been built into your Friedrich air conditioner to assure quiet operation, the best circulation of cool, dry air, functional controls, and the most economical operation.

Table of contents

 

Air Conditioner Operation

 

Before Operating Your Unit...........................................................................................................................................................................................................

2

For the best cooling performance and highest energy efficiency ................................................................................................................................................

3

How to operate your Friedrich room air conditioner .....................................................................................................................................................................

3

QuietMaster Programmable models

 

To Start Unit .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3

To Set Mode of Operation .............................................................................................................................................................................................................

3

MoneySaver® Feature...................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3

To Adjust Temperature .................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3

To Adjust Fan Speed.....................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3

To Activate Smart Fan...................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3

To Set Hour Clock .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

3

To Set The Timer...........................................................................................................................................................................................................................

4

Automatic Component Protection.................................................................................................................................................................................................

4

How to Use the Remote Control...................................................................................................................................................................................................

4

QuietMaster “K” & Heavy Duty Models / Twintemp

 

To Start Unit .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

5

To Set Mode of Operation .............................................................................................................................................................................................................

5

To Adjust Temperature .................................................................................................................................................................................................................

5

MoneySaver® Feature...................................................................................................................................................................................................................

5

Care & Maintenance / Fresh Air & Exhaust Control

 

Removing/Cleaning the Filter .......................................................................................................................................................................................................

6

Fresh Air & Exhaust Control .........................................................................................................................................................................................................

6

Air Conditioner Installation

 

Electrical Requirements/Cabinet Dimensions..............................................................................................................................................................................

7

Installation Hardware....................................................................................................................................................................................................................

8

Standard Sash Window Installations............................................................................................................................................................................................

9

Through-the-wall Installations.....................................................................................................................................................................................................

14

Troubleshooting Tips...................................................................................................................................................................................................................

17

Accessories.................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

17

Warranty .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

18

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WARNING: Before operating your unit

Make sure the wiring is adequate for your unit.

If you have fuses, they should be of the time delay type. Before you install or relocate this unit, be sure that the amperage rating of the circuit breaker or time delay fuse does not exceed the amp rating listed in Figure 1.

DO NOT use an extension cord.

The cord provided will carry the proper amount of electrical power to the unit; an extension cord will not.

Make sure that the receptacle is compatible with the air conditioner cord plug provided.

This insures proper grounding. If you have a two prong receptacle you will need to have it replaced with a grounded receptacle by a certified electrician. The grounded receptacle should meet all national and local codes and ordinances. Under no circumstances should you remove the ground prong from the plug. You must use the three prong plug furnished with the air conditioner.

Test the power cord

All Friedrich room air conditioners are shipped from the factory with a Leakage Current Detection Interrupter (LCDI) equipped power cord. The LCDI device meets the UL and NEC requirements for cord connected air conditioners effective August 2004.

To test your power supply cord:

1.Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2.Press RESET (See Figure 2).

3.Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button trips and pops out).

4.Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button latches and remains in). The power supply cord is ready for operation.

NOTE: LCDI device is not intended to be used as a switch.

Once plugged in the unit will operate normally without the need to reset the LCDI device.

If the device fails to trip when tested or if the power supply cord is damaged it must be replaced with a new supply cord from the manufacturer. We recommend you contact our Technical Assistance Line at (800) 541-6645 ext. 845. To expedite service, please have your model and serial number available.

 

CIRCUIT RATING

REQUIRED WALL

 

OR TIME DELAY

RECEPTACLE

MODEL

FUSE

 

 

 

AMP

VOLT

NEMA

 

 

NO.

 

 

 

 

 

SS08 • SS10 • SS12 • SS14

15

125

5-15R

 

KS12 • KS15 • YS09

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SS12 • SS16 • SM18

15

250

6-15R

 

SM21 • KM18

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SM24 • SL28 • KM24

20

250

6-20R

 

YS13 • ES12 • ES16

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SL36 • YM18 • YL24

30

250

6-30R

 

EM18 • EM24 • EL36

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 1

NOTE: Your LCDI device will resemble one of these illustrations.

RESET

TEST

RESET

WARNING

TEST BEFORE EACH USE

1. PRESS RESET BUTTON

2. PLUG LDCI INTO POWER TEST RECEPTACLE

3.PRESS TEST BUTTON, RESET BUTTON SHOULD

POP UP

4.PRESS TEST BUTTON, FOR USE

DO NOT USE IF ABOVE TEST

FAILS

WHEN GREEN LIGHT IS ON

IT IS WORKING PROPERLY

Figure 2

For the best cooling performance and highest energy efficiency

Keep the filter clean

Make sure that your air conditioner is always in top performing condition by cleaning the filter regularly. Instructions for removing and cleaning the filter can be found on page 7.

Insulation

Good insulation will be a big help in maintaining desirable comfort levels. Doors should have weather stripping. Be sure to caulk around doors and windows.

Provide good air flow

Make sure the airflow to and from the unit is clear. Your air conditioner puts the conditioned air out at the top of the unit, and takes in unconditioned air at the bottom. Airflow is critical to good operation. It is just as important on the outside of the building that the airflow around the unit exterior is not blocked.

Unit placement

If your air conditioner can be placed in a window or wall that is shaded by a tree or another building, the unit will operate even more efficiently. Using drapes or blinds on the sunny side of the dwelling will also add to your unit’s efficiency.

Proper installation of seal gasket

Make sure the seal gasket has been installed properly to minimize noise and improve efficiency. If the seal gasket has not been installed, please refer to Step 14 (page 13) of the installation instructions.

Also, if you switch from Cool mode to Fan Only, and switch back to COOL mode, there is a three minute delay before the compressor comes back on.

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How to operate your Friedrich room air conditioner (QuietMaster Programmable)

To start unit

1If your air conditioner is installed and plugged into a proper receptacle, it is ready to go. Touch Power button once. The unit will automatically be in Cool mode with the temperature set at 75°F (24°C) and the fan speed at F1, the sleep setting. There is a 3- minute delay before the compressor will turn on. (See "Automatic Component Protection" on this page).

2Should the Check Filter light turn on when you first turn on the unit, touch Check Filter to turn off the light. Check Filter light will come on after 250 hours of use. (See page 7 for filter cleaning instructions.) Touch Check Filter to reset.

To set mode of operation

3When you first turn on the unit, it will be in the Cool mode (light on), with constant fan.

4Touch MoneySaver® (light on) to activate the MoneySaver® feature. This cycles the fan with the compressor so that the fan does not run all the time. This saves energy and improves dehumidification. (MoneySaver® will also run the fan to sample the return air temperature if the off cycle is too long). Or you may prefer constant fan for more air movement. To return to constant fan, touch Cool.

5Touch Fan Only (light on) if you want only the fan to run. You may want to use this feature in conjunction with the Fresh Air / Exhaust lever to bring outside air into a room, or to exhaust stale air. (See page 7, "Fresh Air and Exhaust Control" for more information.)

To adjust temperature [60°F (16°C) to 90°F (32°C)]

6COOLER – Touch and hold until the display shows the desired room temperature.

7WARMER – Touch and hold until the display shows the desired room temperature.

8FAHRENHEIT / CELSIUS – Touch ºF / ºC to show the temperature in Celsius, touch again to show Fahrenheit.

To adjust fan speed

9Touch 1-4 Speed to see current setting. Touch again to change speed. F1 is the lowest setting (SLEEP SETTING), F2 is low speed (LOW), F3 is medium speed (MED), F4 is high speed (HIGH).

To activate smart fan

10Touch Smart Fan (light on). Smart Fan will adjust the fan speed automatically to maintain the desired comfort level. For example, if the outside doors in your home are open for an extended period of time, or more people enter a room, Smart Fan may adjust to a higher fan speed to compensate for the increased heat load. This keeps you from having to adjust the fan speed on your own. Smart Fan cannot be activated in the Fan Only mode.

To deactivate smart fan

11 Touch 1-4 Speed, and select your desired fan speed.

Figure 3

DISPLAY

 

 

Set

Check

2

 

 

 

 

Hour

Filter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Press to reset

12

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

3

 

 

 

Money

Fan

 

 

 

 

 

5

 

 

 

 

Saver

Only

 

 

Mode

 

®

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

6

 

 

 

 

 

 

8

 

 

 

 

 

O

O

 

 

Temp

 

 

F/

C

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

9

11

 

1-4

Smart

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

10

 

 

Fan

Speed

Fan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

14

13

 

 

A/C

A/C

Timer

 

 

 

 

15

 

 

Timer

Stop

Start

On/ Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To set the timer

NOTE: Set Hour clock before attempting to set timer functions.

You can set the A/C Start and A/C Stop timer a minimum of one hour apart and a maximum of 23 hours apart.

13TIMER STOP - Press the A/C Stop button and continue pressing until the hour you want the unit to shut off appears in the display (A.M. or P.M.). The stop time for cooling will then be set.

14START TIME - Press A/C Start to view the current start time for cooling. Continue pressing until the hour you want the unit to start appears in the display (A.M. or P.M.). The start time for cooling will then be set.

15Press the Timer On/ Off button once to activate (light on) the timer function. Touch Timer On/ Off again (light off) to cancel the timer function if you so desire. Once the on and off times have been selected, they will remain in memory, and cycle daily until changed.

NOTE: If unit is unplugged or power is interrupted, the Set Hour button must be reset or the Timer On/ Off functions will not work.

To set hour clock

12Press Set Hour once to see the current clock setting. Continue pressing the button until the hour closest to the actual time appears in the display.

MAKE SURE YOU SET A.M. AND P.M. PROPERLY. A light will appear in the upper left corner of the display when the hour is P.M.

NOTE: Minutes will NOT show on display.

Automatic component protection

Your unit is equipped with Automatic Component Protection.

To protect the compressor of the unit, there is a three minute time delay if you turn the unit off or if power is interrupted. The fan will not be affected.

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How to use the remote control* (QuietMaster Programmable)

To start unit

1POWER - Press the Power button once. The unit will automatically turn on in the mode and fan speed it was last left on.

To set mode of operation

2COOL - Press the Cool button to automatically switch the operating mode to COOL.

3FAN ONLY - Press the Fan Only button if you want to run the fan only. You may want to use this feature in conjunction with the Fresh Air/ Exhaust if you want to bring outside air into the room, or exhaust stale air. (The FRESH AIR / EXHAUST feature is located on the front of the air conditioner near the top. See Figure 9 on page 7.)

4MoneySaver® - Press the MoneySaver® button to activate the MoneySaver® feature. This cycles the fan with the compressor so that the fan does not run all the time.

To adjust temperature

To set the timer

NOTE: Set the hour clock before attempting to set timer functions. You can set the timer On/Off a minimum of one hour apart, and a maximum of 23 hours apart.

9TIMER START - Press Start to view the current start time for cooling. Continue pressing the Start button until you arrive at the start time you desire. The start time for cooling will then be set.

10TIMER STOP - Press the Stop button. Continue pressing the Stop button until you arrive at the stop time you desire. The stop time for cooling will then be set.

11TIMER ON/OFF - Press the On/off button once to activate (light on) or deactivate (light off) the timer. Once the Start and Stop times have been selected, they will remain in memory, and cycle daily until changed.

NOTE: If the unit is unplugged or the power is interrupted, the HOUR CLOCK must be reset or the Timer On/off functions will not work.

5COOLER - Press the Cooler button to raise the temperature setting.

6WARMER - Press the Warmer button to lower the temperature setting.

To adjust fan speed

7FAN SPEED - Press the Fan Speed button to see the current setting. Press again to change the fan speed. F1 is the lowest setting (SLEEP SETTING), F2 is low speed (LOW), F3 is medium (MED), and F4 is high (HIGH).

To set the hour clock

8SET HOUR CLOCK - Press Set Hour once to see the current clock setting. Continue pressing the button until you arrive at the current time.

MAKE SURE YOU SET THE A.M. AND P.M. PROPERLY. (NOTE: MINUTES ARE NOT SHOWN ON THE DISPLAY.) A light will appear in the upper left corner of the display when the hour is P.M.

*A Friedrich RC1 wireless remote control can be used to operate all QuietMaster® Programmable models.

Figure 4

 

 

 

 

Temperature

 

 

 

Cooler

 

Warmer

 

6

 

 

 

5

Cool

 

 

Power

1

2

 

 

 

 

 

Fan

Fan

 

Money

4

3

 

 

 

Only

Speed

Saver®

 

Timer Operation

 

 

7

On/Off

Start

Stop

Set Hr.

 

11

 

 

 

8

9

 

 

 

10

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How to operate your Friedrich room air conditioner

(QuietMaster 'K' & Heavy Duty models / Twintemp models)

To start unit

If your air conditioner is installed and plugged into a properly grounded receptacle, it is ready to operate.

Mode control (QuietMaster ‘K’ and Heavy Duty)

The upper dial (Figure 5) allows you to select cooling at four different speeds, as well as Fan Only (Models SL28 and SL36 only have three cooling speeds.).

Off - to turn the unit off. High Cool - for quick cooling.

Medium Cool - to maintain a desired temperature. Low Cool - when cooling demand is low.

Sleep Setting - for nighttime use, or when cooling demand is low. Fan Only - to circulate air in the room without the compressor coming on.

The Fan Only setting can also be used with the Exhaust air setting to remove stale air or smoke from the room; or it can be used with the Fresh Air setting to bring outside air into the room. This is especially useful in the spring and fall when cooling may not be necessary. The Fresh Air and Exhaust controls are in the upper air discharge area. The center position of this control is the normal, or closed position, which recirculates air for maximum performance in the cooling mode (See Figure 9).

Mode control (Twintemp)

This dial allows you to select cooling or heating at three different speeds, as well as Fan Only (Figure 6).

Off - to turn the unit off.

High Cool or High Heat - for quick response.

Medium Cool or Medium Heat - to maintain a desired temperature. Low Cool or Low Heat - for nighttime use, or when demand is low. Fan Only - to circulate air in the room without the compressor coming on.

The Fan Only setting can also be used with the Exhaust air setting to remove stale air or smoke from the room, or it can be used with the Fresh Air setting to bring outside air into the room, especially in the spring and fall when cooling isn’t necessary.

The Fresh Air and Exhaust controls are in the upper air discharge area (see Figure 9, page 7). The center position of this control is the normal, or closed position, which recirculates air for maximum performance in the cooling mode.

NOTE: You may notice an odor when first activating the heat when the electric heat element comes on. This is due to dust burning off that may have gathered on the coil during the summer. This is normal.

Temperature control

The bottom dial on the control panel is the thermostat. Turn it clockwise for cooler temperature and counterclockwise for warmer.

Money Saver® switch

This rocker switch can be depressed to either Yes or No. In the Yes position you will get the most economical operation. Both the fan and compressor will cycle on and off together, maintaining the selected temperature at a more constant level and reducing the humidity more efficiently in the cooling mode. This control will only operate when the unit is in cooling or heating mode. In the No position, the fan will run constantly as long as the unit is in the cooling or heating mode.

NOTE: The YS09 is a 115 volt model and does not provide adequate heat below 37°F (3°C). This product is designed for warm climate applications.

Figure 5

Figure 6

S P E E D

 

Cool

 

Yes

No

Money Saver®

3 min. between restarts

Heat Cool

Yes

No

Money Saver®

Allow 3 min. between restarts

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Care and Maintenance / Fresh air and exhaust control

To remove, wash and replace filter and return air grille

Open the return air (RA) grille by grasping it at the top outside edges and pulling towards you (See Figure 7). The RA grille will stay open until it is detached or closed (it is easier to completely detach the grille before closing it). To remove the RA grille, grasp it at the bottom and pull towards you.

The filter is held in place by two spring clips (See Figure 7). Push down on the clips, grasp the filter and pull towards you to remove it for cleaning. Clean with warm water and a mild detergent, rinse, dry completely and replace. Use caution when removing the filter. The coil surface can be sharp.

If the RA grille has been removed, pick up the grille by supporting it from both sides near the bottom (See Figure 8, Note 1). Lift return air grille and insert the grille's tabs into the bottom slots of the discharge air plenum (See Figure 8, Note 2). Snap the grille into place by pushing the grille up and onto the unit's latches at the bottom (See Figure 8, Notes 3 and 4).

Fresh air and exhaust control

Your air conditioner has the ability to bring fresh air into the room or exhaust stale air out of the room. The control lever is found on the upper part of the unit (See Figure 9).

TO BRING IN FRESH AIR - Move the lever to the Fresh Air position which allows outside air to enter the room. This is useful in fall and spring as a means of bringing in fresh outside air when using Fan Only. It can also be used in the summer with the compressor in the Cooling Mode if you wish. Normally, for most efficient operation, cooling is accomplished with this control in the middle or closed position.

TO EXHAUST INDOOR AIR - Move the lever to the Exhaust position. This will allow stale air to be expelled to the outside of the dwelling. This is especially handy in the spring or fall when indoor air tends to get stale, or after a social gathering involving smokers, or to remove odors after cooking.

Figure 7

NOTE 2

DISCHARGE AIR PLENUM

SLOT

SLOT

TAB

TAB

 

NOTE 1

RETURN AIR GRILLE

 

NOTE 1

NOTE 3

NOTE 3

 

 

LATCHES

 

RETURN AIR GRILLE

Figure 8

LATCH

NOTE 4

SIDE VIEW

Figure 9

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Installation Instructions

NOTE: This manual includes installation instructions for window mount and thru-the-wall mount methods. TwinTemp® heat/cool units are designed for permanent thru-the-wall installation. Mounting the unit in a window will require a window mounting accessory kit, available through your Friedrich dealer.

Read This First! Electrical Requirements

IMPORTANT: Before you begin the actual installation of your air conditioner, check local electrical codes and the information below.

Your air conditioner must be connected to a power supply with the same A.C. voltage and hertz as marked on the data plate located on the chassis. Only alternating current (A.C.), can be used. Direct Current (D.C.) cannot be used. Refer to page 3 for the correct type of receptacle for your model.

CIRCUIT PROTECTION - USE ON SINGLE OUTLET CIRCUIT ONLY. An overloaded circuit will invariably cause malfunction or failure of an air conditioner, therefore, it is necessary that the electrical protection is adequate. Due to momentary high current demand when your air conditioner is started, use a "TIME DELAY" fuse or a HACR type circuit breaker. Consult your dealer or power company if in doubt.

Refer to the electrical data plate located on the air conditioner chassis to determine the correct fuse or circuit breaker amperage for your model (See Figure E on Page 16 for electrical receptacle location).

The power cord has a plug with a grounding prong of approved type and a matching receptacle is required.

WARNING: NEVER CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE PLUG. NEVER USE EXTENSION CORDS TO OPERATE AN AIR CONDITIONER.

The following instructions are for standard chassis model groups distinguished by the first two letters of the model designations and cabinet sizes listed below.

MODEL DESIGNATION

CABINET SIZE (H x W x D)

 

 

SMALL CHASSIS - SS, ES, YS, KS

15 1516" x 25 1516" x 27 38" (405 mm x 660 mm x 695 mm)

MEDIUM CHASSIS - SM, EM, YM, KM

17 1516" x 25 1516" x 27 38" (455 mm x 660 mm x 695 mm)

LARGE CHASSIS - SL, EL, YL

20 316" x 28" x 33 58" (513 mm x 711 mm x 854 mm)

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Window Mount

Installation Hardware

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

NO.

 

 

 

 

 

 

SHELL MOUNTING PARTS

 

1

SUPPORT BRACKET

2

2

SCREW, 10-24 x 1" HEX HEAD

4

3

10-24 FLAT WELD NUT

4

4

SCREW, SHEET METAL #12A x 2"

7

 

 

 

 

WINGBOARD ANGLE MOUNTING

 

5

WINGBOARD ANGLE, TOP

1

6

WINGBOARD ANGLE, SIDE

2

7

SCREW, SHEET METAL #8A x 38"

2

 

WINGBOARD MOUNTING PARTS

 

8

WINGBOARD (MASONITE)

1

9

"J" TYPE SPEED NUT

4

10

WINGBOARD CLIP (SPRING STEEL)

4

11

SCREW, #8A x ½" PHILLIPS TRUSS HD.

4

 

 

 

 

WINDOW SEALING

 

12

SEALING GASKET (VINYL)

1

13

WINDOW SEAL GASKET (DARK FOAM)

1

14

CHASSIS SEAL GASKET (LIGHT FOAM)

1

 

 

 

Thru-the-wall

Installation Hardware

ITEM

DESCRIPTION

QTY.

NO.

 

 

 

 

 

 

MOUNTING PARTS

 

4

SCREW, SHEET METAL #12A x 2"

7

14

CHASSIS SEAL GASKET (LIGHT FOAM)

1

 

 

 

ITEM #2

 

ITEM #3

 

ITEM #7

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ITEM #9

ITEM #4

ITEM #8

ITEM #10

 

ITEM #11

ACCESSORY DETAIL

ITEM #13

 

ITEM #14

ITEM #12

 

 

ITEM #6

ITEM #1

ITEM #5

NOT TO SCALE

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Standard Sash Window Installations

STEP 1

Remove decorative plastic return air grille to a safe area away

STEP 5 Anchor the side angles (Item #6) by engaging the tabs at each

 

from unit. The return air grille can be removed by pulling at the

end of the sill plate (see Figure B) with the bottom loops of the

 

sides on either the top or bottom.

side angle. Engage the tabs at each end of the top angle (Item

STEP 2

Also remove the installation hardware to a safe area away from

#5) with the top loops of the side angle (see Figure B). Install

two (2) screws (Item #7) to secure the top angle tabs and the

 

the unit.

side angle to the cabinet (see Figure B).

STEP 3

Remove the chassis retainer by removing the far right screw

STEP 6 Check the window sill and frame to be sure they are in good

 

in the basepan (see Figure A); save this screw to reattach

condition and firmly anchored to the wall. Repair if necessary.

 

the chassis retainer after installation (Step 15). Also, remove

STEP 7 CABINET MOUNTING – Raise the lower sash window ¼"

 

and discard the two retainer screws and black plastic washers

 

located at the rear of the unit.

more than the height of the cabinet. Carefully slide the cabinet

STEP 4

While an assistant holds the cabinet stationary, use the hand pull at

through the open window until the sill plate channel rests behind

the window sill and the top support rests against the window

 

the front of the base pan, together with the pull strap (see Figure A)

(see Figure C.) Center side to side and drill three (3) 532" dia.

 

to pull the chassis out of the cabinet. REMOVE THE LARGE WHITE

pilot holes into the window sill using the holes in the cabinet sill

 

FOAM BLOCKS USED TO RESTRAIN THE COMPRESSOR

plate as a guide. Install three (3) #12A x 2" long screws (Item

 

DURING SHIPMENT. Inspect basepan for dislodged white blocks,

#4, Figure C).

 

and remove. Do not remove any other foam parts.

 

Figure A

HAND PULL

FAR RIGHT

SCREW

CHASSIS

RETAINER

WIRE

PULL STRAP

Figure B

 

 

8A x ⅜" LONG SCREW

CABINET

TOP ANGLE (ITEM #5)

(ITEM #7) 2 REQUIRED

 

SIDE ANGLE

 

(ITEM #6) 2

 

 

REQUIRED

DETAIL B-1

TAB

LOOP

SILL

PLATE TAB

DETAIL B-2

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STEP 8 OUTSIDE SUPPORT MOUNTING – Assemble the support brackets (Item #1) to the bottom rails of the cabinet with four

(4) 10-24 1" long screws (Item #2) and four (4) 10-24 flat nuts (Item #3). Adjust the support brackets to bring the bottom pads in contact with the wall surface. (A 1" x 4" or 2" x 4" SPACER SHOULD BE USED BETWEEN THE WALL AND THE SUPPORT BRACKETS WHEN INSTALLED ON ALUMINUM OR VINYL SIDING). Drill 532" dia. pilot holes and secure the brackets to the wall with two (2) #12A x 2" long screws (Item #4). Adjust the support brackets to provide an approximate 3/8" down slope toward the outside for drainage. (See Figure D). Tighten all screws.

NOTE: The discharge air, return air, condenser air inlets and outlets must be unobstructed to avoid recirculation of rejected heated air.

Figure C

 

 

TOP

CENTER

SUPPORT

CABINET IN

ANGLE

WINDOW SIDE

PULL

TO SIDE.

WINDOW

 

 

5

 

SASH DOWN

32

BEHIND TOP

DRILL (3)

⁄ "

PILOT HOLES

SUPPORT

AND INSTALL

ANGLE

(3) #12A x

 

2" LONG

SIDE

SCREWS

SUPPORT

(ITEM #4)

ANGLE

WINDOW

SILL

LOCATE SILL PLATE GUIDE CHANNEL

JUST BACK OF WINDOW SILL

The following illustrations show a standard frame construction installation as well as some suggested ways of adapting the support bracket to thick walls and large stone ledges.

Figure D

⅜" DOWN SLOPE

SUPPORT BRACKET (ITEM #1)

#12A x 2" SCREW (ITEM #4)

1" x 4" OR 2" x 4" SPACER SHOULD BE USED BETWEEN WALL AND BRACKET WHEN INSTALLED

ON ALUMINUM, ASBESTOS OR VINYL SIDING

SUPPORT

BRACKET

10 – 24 FLAT WELD NUT (ITEM #3)

10 – 24 x 1" HEX HD. SCREW (ITEM #2)

Figure E

NOTE: It is not necessary to cut the wingboard for vertical height; only horizontal WIDTH Dimension “B”.

MEASURE DISTANCE "B" TO INSIDE OF THE

CHANNEL ON EACH SIDE

CUT HERE AND DISCARD CENTER WASTE MATERIAL.

WINGBOARD

SUBTRACT ⅛" FROM DIMENSION "B" AND MEASURE FROM THE EDGE OF THE WINGBOARD (ITEM # 8), MARK, SCORE AND CUT

WITH APPROPPRIATE CUTTING TOOL

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Figure 1A TYPICAL MOUNTING SCHEME

SUPPLY AIR

RETURN AIR

10 - 24 SCREW

10 - 24 FLAT NUT ⅜" SLOPE DOWN

CONDENSER

AIR OUTLET

CONDENSER

AIR INLETS

#12A x 2" SHEET METAL SCREW

1" x 4" OR 2" x 4" SPACER BETWEEN WALL AND BRACKET SHOULD BE USED ON ALUMINUM, ASBESTOS OR VINYL SIDING.

Figure 2A MODIFIED MOUNTING SCHEME

CUT

HERE

DISCARD SHADED AREA

⅜" SLOPE DOWN

DIMENSION "A"

STONE LEDGE

OUTSIDE WALL

CUT TO FIT DIMENSION "A" AND BEND DOWN TO FORM A VERTICAL LEG.

Figure 3A TYPICAL MOUNTING SCHEME

STONE LEDGE

⅜" SLOPE

DOWN

 

#12 x 2" SHEET METAL SCREW

2" x 4" SPACER

STEP 9 CUT WINGBOARD PANELS – Measure and cut the wingboard panels from the Masonite supplied (Item #8) to fit the spaces between the side window channels and the sides of the cabinet. (See Figure E).

NOTE: AFTER CUTTING THE PANELS, MAKE A TRIAL TEST TO SEE IF THEY FIT THE SPACE WITH ABOUT 18" CLEARANCE BEFORE GOING TO STEP 10.

STEP 10 ASSEMBLE THE CLIPS TO THE WINGBOARD PANELS-

Assemble the "J" type speed nuts (Item 9) and spring steel clips (Item 10) to the edges of the cut wingboard panels (See Figure F).

Figure 4A REVERSE SUPPORT BRACKET SCHEME

STONE LEDGE

⅜" SLOPE DOWN

STRAIGHTEN TAB TO LAY FLAT

ALONG THE BOTTOM RAIL OF

THE SHELL

SECURE THE LONGEST SIDE OF

THE BRACKET TO THE SHELL

ADJUST IN OR OUT TO REST

ON LEDGE

Figure F

"J" TYPE SPEED NUT

 

(ITEM #9) 2 REQUIRED

CUT

WINGBOARD

PANEL

CENTER THE HOLE IN THE

SPEED NUT OVER THE SLOT IN

THE WINGBOARD PANEL

SPRING STEEL

CLIP (ITEM #10) 2

REQUIRED

3"

CUT EDGE

3"

SLIDE CLIP OVER

CUT EDGE OF

WINGBOARD

PANEL

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STEP 11 INSTALL THE SIDE WINGBOARD PANELS – Be sure the cabinet has been secured to the window sill and that the outside support brackets have been installed as shown in Figure D. Raise the window sash and install the right and left side wingboard panels. (See Figure G).

STEP 12 INSTALL THE WINDOW SEALING GASKETS – Measure and cut the vinyl window seal gasket (grey color, Item # 12) to fit the width of the window, and install as shown in Figure H. Pull the window sash down behind the gasket. Measure and cut the dark foam window seal gasket (Item #13) and install it between the upper glass panel and the top part of the lower sash. (See Figure H).

NOTE: FOR REASONS OF SECURITY AND SAFETY, THE CUSTOMER MUST PROVIDE A MEANS OF PREVENTING THE WINDOW FROM OPENING.

Figure G

SECURE THE SIDE WINGBOARD PANELS TO

THE SIDE ANGLES WITH FOUR (4) #8 x ½" LONG

SCREWS (ITEM #11), TWO ON EACH SIDE.

TOP OF CABINET

PLACE WINGBOARD PANEL IN

WINDOW JAM TO COMPRESS THE

SPRINGS INSIDE THE RUNNERS,

AND SWING THE PANEL INTO PLACE

INDICATED BY THE DOTTED LINE.

WINDOW JAM

SECTION A - A

STEP 13 When possible, caulk the outside of the installation with industrial type caulking to prevent weather leaks.

STEP 14 INSTALL CHASSIS – After installing the shell, slide the chassis into the shell stopping approximately 3" from full insertion. Stuff the chassis seal gasket one inch deep between the chassis and the shell (see Figure I). Begin at either bottom corner and go up the side, across the top, and down the opposite side. Then push the chassis all the way into the shell for the remaining distance so that the plastic front meets the front edge of the shell.

If chassis seal gasket is not installed, the operation of the unit will be negatively affected. Operational noise and outside noise will also be amplified.

STEP 15 Reattach the chassis retainer wire with the same screw as in Step 3 (See Figure A).

Figure H

INSERT VINYL WINDOW SEAL

 

GASKET OVER TOP ANGLE

INSERT FOAM WINDOW

TO WINGBOARD (ITEM #12)

SEAL GASKET (ITEM # 13)

 

 

LOWER WINDOW SASH

VINYL

TOP WINGBOARD ANGLE

WINDOW

 

GASKET

 

SECTION B - B

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STEP 16 OPTIONAL: The factory assembles the supply cord so that it exits the left side of the unit. At the consumer’s discretion, the supply cord can be made to exit the right side of the unit. To do this, remove the black rubber coated cord clamp from under the far left screw (See Figure I). Replace this screw back into the far left screw hole. Route the supply cord over the top of the return air grille latches and reattach the clamp to the adjacent screw hole (Figures I & J). Detach the right side cord clamp, route the supply cord through it and reattach. The supply cord should be pulled taut so as not to rest on the return air grille latches.

Figure I

FAR

LEFT

SCREW

ADJACENT

SCREW

HOLE

CHASSIS

SEAL

GASKET

WHEN INSTALLING CHASSIS SEAL GASKET,

BEGIN AT EITHER BOTTOM CORNER AND

GO UP THE SIDE, ACROSS THE TOP, AND

DOWN THE OPPOSITE SIDE.

STEP 17 Be sure the filter is in place before installing the return air grille (See Figure J), and that the electrical cord is properly routed so not to interfere with the installation. (See Step 16.)

STEP 18 Pick up the grille by supporting it from both sides near the bottom (See Figure K, Note 1.) Lift return air grille and insert the grille's tabs into the bottom slots of the discharge plenum (See Figure K, Note 2). Snap the grille into place by pushing the grille up and onto the unit's latches at the bottom (See Figure K, Notes 3 and 4).

STEP 19 Refer to the Operating Instructions beginning on page 3.

Figure J

ADJACENT

SCREW HOLE

AIR FILTER

CORD

CLAMP

RETURN AIR

GRILLE LATCH

RETURN AIR

GRILLE LATCH

CORD CLAMP

Figure K

DISCHARGE

NOTE 2

 

AIR PLENUM

 

 

SLOT

SLOT

 

TAB

TAB

RETURN

 

AIR

 

 

 

RETURN

GRILLE

NOTE 1

 

AIR GRILLE

 

 

(NOTE 1)

LATCH

NOTE 3

NOTE 3

NOTE 4

 

SIDE VIEW

 

LATCHES

 

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Through-the-wall Installations

The following instructions apply to wood, masonry, brick, concrete or cinder block wall construction

STEP 1 Follow steps 1, 2, 3 and 4 of the "STANDARD SASH WINDOW

STEP 3

WALL PREPARATION – The maximum wall thickness permis-

INSTALLATION" instructions beginning on page 10.

 

sible without special construction is determined by the model size

STEP 2 CABINET PREPARATION – Remove the sill plate from the

 

to be installed. THE OUTSIDE CABINET CONDENSER-AIR-

 

INTAKE-LOUVERS MUST NOT BE BLOCKED BY EXTENDING

cabinet by removing the two nuts and screws retaining the sill

 

 

INSIDE THE WALL AREA. Observe the maximum wall thickness

plate. Note that the chassis retainer is secured by a right side

 

 

shown in the chart and diagram in Figure B.

nut and screw (See Detail 1, Figure A.) Bend the tabs of the

 

 

 

sill plate down into its channel at both ends of the plate or cut

 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR EXTRA THICK WALLS –

them off (See Detail 2, Figure A.) Turn the sill plate end to end,

 

 

For installation in walls exceeding the maximum thickness shown

180° and reinstall. Reverse the orientation of nuts and screws

 

 

in the chart, the following suggested construction may apply.

so that the head of screw is on bottom of cabinet facing up and

 

 

 

nut is on top facing down (See Detail 3, Figure A.) Insure that

 

 

the chassis retainer is reinstalled as shown in the detail.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure A

BEFORE

 

AFTER

CABINET

 

 

 

 

 

SCREW

 

 

 

(2 REQUIRED)

 

 

 

 

 

NUT

 

DETAIL 1

 

(2 REQUIRED)

SILL

NOTE: HOLES

 

PLATE

 

 

 

MOVED TO

 

 

 

 

TURN SILL PLATE

 

BACK SIDE

 

 

 

 

END TO END

NUT

 

DETAIL 3

 

(2 REQUIRED)

 

 

 

RETAINER, CHASSIS

 

SCREW

 

THIS SIDE ONLY

 

(2 REQUIRED)

 

 

 

SCREW AND NUT

 

 

 

ORIENTATION NOW

 

 

 

REVERSED

 

DETAIL 2

 

 

 

BEND TABS DOWN

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure B EXTRA THICK WALL CONSTRUCTION

MAXIMUM WALL THICKNESS

 

CONDENSER

 

AIR INTAKE

 

LOUVERS

 

 

 

 

MODEL

 

A

 

SMALL CHASSIS

 

7 ⅜"

 

MEDIUM CHASSIS

 

7 ⅜"

 

LARGE CHASSIS

 

15 ⅛"

 

TOP VIEW SHOWING BEVELED SIDES FOR

AIR INTAKE. WALL

BELOW UNIT MUST BE

BEVELED ALSO.

TOP VIEW

CONDITIONED ROOM SIDE AIR

 

2" MINIMUM

 

BOTH SIDES

 

CONDENSER AIR

 

INTAKE LOUVERS

CONDENSER AIR

NOTE: Condenser air inlets

OUTLET / REJECTED

and outlet must be unobstruct-

HEATED AIR

ed to avoid the recirculation of

rejected heated air.

 

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STEP 4 CHECKING WIRING AND PLUMBING: Check all wiring and plumbing inside and outside of the wall to be sure none will be broken where the hole is to be cut.

STEP 5 HOLE CONSTRUCTION: Depending upon size of unit to be installed, lay out the hole dimensions per the chart below. Cut and frame in hole to finished dimensions. Use 2" x 4" material for framing and follow the suggested typical installations in Figure C, D, or E.

NOTE: IF THE WALL CONSTRUCTION IS TYPICAL FRAME OR 2 x 4 STUDDING WITH BRICK OR STONE VENEERS, LOCATE THE HOLE NEXT TO ONE OF THE STUDS. FOR MASONRY, CONCRETE OR CINDER BLOCK WALLS, LOCATE HOLE FOR CONVENIENCE.

Figure D

BRICK VENEER CONSTRUCTION

SHIM VOID SPACES AT TOP AND

SIDES WITH WOOD AS REQUIRED

CAULK ALL SIDES

CABINET

FINISHED

SMALL

MEDIUM

LARGE

DIMENSION

CHASSIS

CHASSIS

CHASSIS

A

16 316"

18 316"

20 38"

B

26 316"

26 316"

28 14"

NOTE: THESE DIMENSIONS ARE FOR FINISHED HOLE SIZE.

Figure C

FRAME WALL CONSTRUCTION

CAULK ALL SIDES

CABINET

ELECTRICAL

RECEPTACLE (SEE FIG. E FOR

LOCATION NOTE)

SHIM THE VOID

SPACE AT THE

TOP AND SIDES

WITH WOOD AS REQUIRED

ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE

(SEE FIGURE E FOR LOCATION NOTE)

Figure E

SOLID MASONRY CONSTRUCTION

CAULK

ALL SIDES

CABINET

MORTAR

ELECTRICAL

RECEPTACLE

POINT "X"

NOTE: ELECTRICAL RECEPTACLE LOCATION FROM

POINT "X" MUST BE WITHIN A MAXIMUM RADIUS OF

69" FOR 115V UNITS AND 45" FOR 230V UNITS.

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Figure F TYPICAL INSTALLATION

TRIM MOULDING

SCREW #12A x 2"

LONG (USE 3)

SILL PLATE GUIDE CHANNEL

INSIDE WALL SURFACE

CAULK ALL SIDES WEATHER TIGHT

⅜" SLOPE DOWN

NOTE: SUPPORT BRACKETS MAY BE OMITTED

FROM THROUGH-THE-WALL INSTALLATIONS IF THE

CABINET IS SECURED AS FOLLOWS. DRILL 2 HOLES IN EACH SIDE AND INSTALL 4 FASTENERS (2 EACH

SIDE). USE #12 x 2" SCREWS, TOGGLE BOLTS OR

EXPANSION ANCHOR BOLTS AS SHOWN IN STEP 7. CABINET

SUPPORT BRACKETS (AVAILABLE AS OPTIONAL ACCESSORY)

SCREW #12 x 2" LONG, USE ONE EACH BRACKET.

DRILL 532 DIA. PILOT HOLES.

STEP 6 Slide the cabinet into the hole far enough to allow the guidechannel of the sill plate to contact the inside wall surface (See Figure F).

STEP 7 Drill three (3) 5 32" dia. pilot holes through holes in sill-plate into framing and install three (3) #12A x 2" long screws (See Figure F).

NOTE: ALTERNATE FASTENERS WHICH MAY BE USED FOR SECURING THE SILL PLATE IN THE WALL AND THE SUPPORT BRACKETS TO THE OUTSIDE WALL (NOT FURNISHED BUT AVAILABLE AT LOCAL HARDWARE STORE).

EXPANSION ANCHOR BOLT

MOLLY OR TOGGLE BOLT

STEP 8 Drill two (2) 532" dia. pilot holes each cabinet side at the locations shown (see Figure F) and install four (4) #12A x 2" screws (Item

# 4, page 9). Provided that Step 5 (hole construction) provides a sturdy mount with solid vertical studs, no support brackets are required. The installation must support the weight of the unit plus an additional weight of 400 pounds on the rear of the cabinet.

If support brackets are available, they can certainly be used for through-the-wall installations as shown in Figure F.

If the reliability of the wall is in question, a window installation kit which

includes support brackets can be ordered (see Accessories).

STEP 9 If desired, trim around the cabinet on the room side with a suitable frame moulding furnished by the installer (see Figure F).

STEP 10 Complete the installation by following steps 13 through 18 of SASH WINDOW INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS, pages 13-14.

STEP 11 Refer to the OPERATION SECTION for instructions.

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