Friedrich KS10, KM20, KM18, KS12, KM24 User Manual

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Friedrich KS10, KM20, KM18, KS12, KM24 User Manual

Operating Guide

QuietMaster®

Room Air Conditioner

115-Volt: KS10 | KS12 | KS15

230-Volt: KS12 | KM18 | KM20 | KM24

Please register your air conditioner

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

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

MODEL NUMBER

SERIAL NUMBER

PURCHASE DATE

A m e r i c a ’ s B e s t A i r C o n d i t i o n e r

920-005-10 (3-04)

920-005-10 (3-04)

Congratulations!

Friedrich QuietMaster® models are designed for cooling medium to large areas in both residential and commercial applications. These units are simple to operate and provide maximum efficiency and quietness.

Table of Contents

 

 

Page

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

3

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

4

Function Control ............................................................................................................................................................................

4

Temperature Control ......................................................................................................................................................................

4

Money Saver® Feature ...................................................................................................................................................................

4

To Remove Filter ............................................................................................................................................................................

5

Fresh Air and Exhaust Air Control ...............................................................................................................................................

5

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

6

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

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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 the circuit replaced by a certified electrician with a grounded circuit that meets 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.

MODEL

CIRCUIT RATING OR

PLUG FACE

 

TIME DELAY FUSE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KS10

KS12

AMP

VOLT

NEMA NO.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KS15

 

15

125

5-15P

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

KS12 KM18

15

250

6-15P

 

 

KM20

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Figure 1

KM24

 

20

250

6-20P

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 5.

Provide good airflow

Make sure the airflow to and from the unit is clear. Your air conditioner puts the air out at the top of the unit, and takes in 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.

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.

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How to operate your Friedrich room air conditioner

To start unit

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

Mode control

This dial allows you to select cooling at three different speeds, as well as Fan Only.

Off- turns the unit off.

Hi Cool- for quick cooling.

Med Cool- to maintain a desired temperature.

Lo Cool- when demand is low.

Sleep Setting- for night time use, or when demand is low.

Fan Only- will circulate air in the room without the compressor coming on.

This 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.

Temperature control

This dial 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. Figure 2 The Yes position provide 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. This control will only operate when the unit is in a Cool mode. In the No position, the fan will run constantly as long as the unit is in the cooling mode.

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Removing and cleaning the filter / fresh air and exhaust feature

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 3a). The RA grille will stay open until it is detached or closed (it is easier to completely detatch 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 4). 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 internal metal components are sharp.

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

Fresh air and exhaust control

Your air conditioner has the ability to bring fresh air into the room and exhaust stale air out of the room. The control lever is found on the upper part of the unit (See Figure 5).

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 winter when indoor air tends to get stale, or after a social gathering involving smokers, or to remove odors after cooking.

Figure 3b

Figure 3a

NOTE 2

DISCHARGE AIR PLENUM

SLOT

SLOT

TAB

TAB

 

NOTE 1

RETURN AIR GRILLE

 

NOTE 1

NOTE 3

NOTE 3

 

LATCHES

Figure 4

RETURN AIR GRILLE

LATCH

NOTE 4

SIDE VIEW

Figure 5

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Troubleshooting tips

Won’t cool?

If your air conditioner operates, but won’t cool; check to see if the controls are properly set. Check the filter and clean thoroughly if needed.

Won’t run?

Make sure the power cord is plugged in all the way. Check for a bad fuse or a tripped breaker. This guide shows the proper fuse size on page 3.

This is a warm weather appliance

Your air conditioner is designed to cool in warm weather when the outside temperature is above 60°F (16°C) and below 115°F (46°C), so it won’t cool a room if it is already cool outside. If you want to cool a room in the winter, set the unit to Fan Only and set the Fresh Air/Exhaust control to Fresh Air. This will bring in a supply of outside air.

Condensation is normal

Air conditioners actually pump heat and humidity from your room to the outside air. Humidity becomes water, and your air conditioner will use most of the water to keep the outside coil cool. If there is excessive humidity, there may be excess water that will drip outside. This is normal operation.

Frosting

This usually occurs because of insufficient airflow across the coils, a dirty filter, cool, damp weather, or all of these. Set unit to Fan Only and the frost will disappear. Setting the thermostat a little warmer will probably prevent the frosting from recurring.

Noises

All air conditioners make some noise. Friedrich QuietMasters® operate as quietly as possible. An air conditioner mounted in a wall is quieter than one mounted in a window. If mounted in a window, the window mount kit provided with QuietMaster® models will reduce operating sound levels, when properly installed.

Cleaning your air conditioner

The decorative front and the cabinet can be cleaned with warm water and a mild detergent. The indoor coil can be vacuumed with a dusting attachment if it appears to be dirty. The outdoor coil can be gently sprayed with a hose if you can get to it. If not, you might call your dealer for a more thorough cleaning when needed.

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Friedrich Air Conditioning Company

P.O. Box 1540

San Antonio, TX 78295

(210) 357-4400

ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS

LIMITED WARRANTY

FIRST YEAR

ANY PART: If any part supplied by FRIEDRICH fails because of a defect in workmanship or material within twelve months from date of original purchase, FRIEDRICH will repair the product at no charge, provided room air conditioner is reasonably accessible for service. Any additional labor cost for removing inaccessible units and/or charges for mileage related to travel by a Service Agency that exceeds 25 miles one way will be the responsibility of the owner. This remedy is expressly agreed to be the exclusive remedy within twelve months from the date of the original purchase.

SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR

SEALED REFRIGERANT SYSTEM: If the Sealed Refrigeration System (defined for this purpose as the compressor, condenser coil, evaporator coil, reversing valve, check valve, capillary, filter drier, and all interconnecting tubing) supplied by FRIEDRICH in your Room Air Conditioner fails because of a defect in workmanship or material within sixty months from date of purchase, FRIEDRICH will pay a labor allowance and parts necessary to repair the Sealed Refrigeration System; PROVIDED FRIEDRICH will not pay the cost of diagnosis of the problem, removal, freight charges, and transportation of the air conditioner to and from the Service Agency, and the reinstallation charges associated with repair of the Sealed Refrigeration System. All such cost will be the sole responsibility of the owner. This remedy is expressly agreed to be the exclusive remedy within sixty months from the date of the original purchase.

APPLICABILITY AND LIMITATIONS: This warranty is applicable only to units retained within the Fifty States of the U.S.A., District of Columbia, and Canada. This warranty is not applicable to:

1.Air filters or fuses.

2.Products on which the model and serial numbers have been removed.

3.Products which have defects or damage which results from improper installation, wiring, electrical current characteristics, or maintenance; or caused by accident, misuse or abuse, fire, flood, alterations and/or misapplication of the product and/or units installed in a corrosive atmosphere, default or delay in performance caused by war, government restrictions or restraints, strikes, material shortages beyond the control of FRIEDRICH, or acts of God.

OBTAINING WARRANTY PERFORMANCE: Service will be provided by the FRIEDRICH Authorized Dealer or Service Organization in your area. They are listed in the Yellow Pages. If assistance is required in obtaining warranty performance, write to: Room Air Conditioner Service Manager, Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., P.O. Box 1540, San Antonio, TX 78295-1540.

LIMITATIONS: THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES. Anything in the warranty notwithstanding, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR MERCHANTABILITY SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY. MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS AND EXCLUDES ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGE FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTY.

NOTE: Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow the limitation or exclusion of consequential or incidental damages, so the foregoing exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.

OTHER: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

PROOF OF PURCHASE: Owner must provide proof of purchase in order to receive any warranty related services.

All service calls for explaining the operation of this product will be the sole responsibility of the consumer.

All warranty service must be provided by an Authorized FRIEDRICH Service Agency, unless authorized by FRIEDRICH prior to repairs being made.

(12/03)

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Guia de funcionamiento

QuietMaster®

Unidad de Aire Condicionado

115-Volt: KS10 | KS12 | KS15

230-Volt: KS12 | KM18 | KM20 | KM24

Revise su unidad de aire acondicionado para habitación

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NUMERO DE SERIE

FECHA DE COMPRA

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