FRIGIDAIRE Air Conditioner User Manual [en, es, fr]

FRIGIDAIRE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Important Safety Instructions Product Registration Normal Sounds

Air Conditioner Features

Operating Instructions........................................................4-9

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Care and Cleaning

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Important Safety Instructions

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This USE & CARE MANUAL provides 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, operating, and maintaining any appliance.

1^ NOTE:

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.

£k WARNING

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.

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Grounding Prong

Do not, under any circumstances, cut, remove or bypass the grounding prong.

A WARNING

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.

A WARNING

Prevent Accidents

To reduce 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 informatio 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.

WARNING

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 fu or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle.

• Do not run air conditioner without 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.

Unit must be upright for one hour prior to operating.

Operation of Current Device

Plug in & press RESET

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 will 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 indi

cated by a light on the plug head).

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• 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 obtainer from the product manufacturer.

Product Registration & Normal Sounds

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.

Normal Sounds

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

evaporator during normal operation.

Air Conditioner Features & Operating Instructions

Air Conditioner Features electronic control

Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote as shown below and all its functions, then follow the symbol for the functions you desire. The unit can be controlled by the touch pad alone or with the remote.

ADJUSTS

TEMPERATURE DISPLAYS

REMOTE SENSING

BUTTON

Operating Instructions

If NOTE

The following instructions represent the Touch Pad, the same instructions can be used for the Remote Control.

TO turn unit ON: YOU WILL SEE;

Operating Instructions

TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE SETTING: YOU WILL SEE;

Note: Tap or hold either up ( A ) or down ( V ) button until the desired temperature is seen on the display. This temperature will be automatically maintained anywhere between 60 °F (16 °C) and 90 °F (32 °C) for cooling mode. The temperature will be auto matically maintained anywhere between 55 °F (13 °C) and 80 °F (27 °C) for heating mode. If you want the display to read the

actual room temperature. See "To Operate on Fan Only" section on this page.

TO ADJUST FAN SPEEDS: YOU WILL SEE;

TO USE AUTO FAN FEATURE:

Note: Fan starts at High Speed and adjusts to a slower speed as the room temperature dictates. For example, if the room doesn't

get too warm, it will stay at the slowest speed. If the room temperature rises quickly, such as a door being opened, it will auto

matically go to the highest speed. The fan speeds will re-adjust back to the slowest speed as the room returns to the original set

temperature. Press either the fan slower or fan faster button to adjust the fan speed manually. This function is deactivated in the

heating mode on 115V models.

TO OPERATE ON FAN ONLY: YOU WILL SEE;

Note: Use this function only when cooling is not desired, such as for room air circulation or to exhaust stale air on some models. (Remember to open the vent during this function, but keep it closed during cooling for maximum cooling efficiency.) You can choose any fan speed you prefer. (Except "Auto Fan").

During this function, the display will show the actual room temperature, not the set temperature as in the cooling mode. Fan Only cannot be selected when the unit is in the "Remote Sensing" mode, (on those units with that feature).

Operating Instructions

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TO USE THE ENERGY SAVER

YOU WILL SEE;

FEATURE:

Note: In this mode, the fan will continue to run for 1 minute after the compressor shuts off. The fan then cycles on for 20 seconds at 10 minute intervals until the room temperature is above the set temperature, at which time the compressor turns back on.

TIMER: DELAY STOP / START

FEATURE

YOU WILL SEE HOW MUCH TIME IS CHOSEN:

Note: For Delay Stop, the unit must be in the On position.

Note: For Delay Start, the unit must be in the Off position.

First, Press TIMER button, then adjust timer setting, tap or hold the UP arrow ( A ) or the DOWN arrow ( V ) to change delay timer at 0.5 hour increments, up to 10 hours, then at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The control will count down the time

remaining until start (8, 7.5, 7, etc.). The Delay Start Operation automatically selects cooling with maximum Fan speed (if Cool,

Energy Saver, or Fan Only was the last mode selected) or heating with maximum Fan speed (if Fleat was the last mode selected.

Note: On 115V models only low speed can be selected.) The temperature maintained will be the same as previously set. To change the set temperature, press "COOL" then Up or Down arrows until the desired temperature is indicated on the display. After 5 seconds, the control will automatically change the display back to the hours remaining until the unit will start/stop. Pressing the unit On/Off button at any time will cancel the Delay Start/Stop function. The Delay Start/Stop Feature will work until the unit either starts or stops. Once that happens the above steps have to be repeated again.

SLEEP FEATURE: YOU WILL SEE;

Note: In this mode the selected temperature will increase by 2 °F 30 minutes after the mode is selected. The temperature will then increase by another 2 °F after an additional 30 minutes. This new temperature will be maintained for 7 hours before it returns to the originally selected temperature. This ends the "Sleep" mode and the unit will continue to operate as originally programmed. The "Sleep" mode program can be cancelled at any time during operation by again pressing the "Sleep" button.

Operating Instructions

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CHECK FILTER FEATURE: YOU WILL SEE;

Note: This feature is a reminder to clean the Air Filter (See Care and Cleaning) for more efficient operation. The LED (light) Will illuminate after 250 hours of operation. To reset after cleaning the filter, press the "Filter Reset" button and the light will go off.

REMOTE SENSING FEATURE

(on some models);

LIGHT pulsing ( On & Off intermittently ).

NOTE: Unit display shows the set temperature

is actual temperature at remote control only

Note: This feature can be activated from the remote control ONLY, the unit must be in a cooling mode. To activate the remote sensing feature, point the remote control towards the unit and press the remote sensing Start button. Next, use the " A V " buttons to set the desired temperature at the remote. (Note that the set temperature will only be displayed on the unit itself ). The LIGHT on the unit control will pulse to indicate it received the signal. The LIGHT on the remote control will pulse each time it sends a signal. It will periodically send this signal until the feature is deactivated by pressing the remote sensing Stop button. If the unit does not receive the remote sensing signal during any 3 minute interval, the unit will beep to indicate the remote sensing mode has ended. The display on the remote control indicates the temperature at the remote ONLY.

NOTE: The Remote Sensing function is terminated either by using the Remote Sensing Stop button or the main ON/OFF button on the unit.

HEATING FEATURE(on some models);

YOU WILL SEE;

auto

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fan

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speed

cool

energy saver

fan only

mode

temp/timer

Note: This feature can be used with any combination of FAN Speeds (Low speed only on 115V models). Timer, or Sleep Modes. When in the "Heat" mode,the fan will run continuously while heat is needed. The temperature will automatically be maintained anywhere between 55 °F(13 °C) and 80 °F(27 °C). When the room set temperature is satisfied, the fan will cycle off and on to circulate and sample the room air.

Operating Instructions

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FAULT CODES:

auto

m hi

med

fan

■ heat

speed

cool

energy saver

fan only

If the display reads "HS", a sensor has If the display reads "AS", a sensor has If the display reads "ES", a sensor has failed. Contact your Authorized Frigidaire failed. Contact your Authorized Frigidaire failed. Contact your Authorized Frigidaire Service Center. Service Center.

Service Center.

temp/timer

sleep mer

timer

remote sensing

ONOFF

TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY:

YOU WILL SEE:

Note: The control is capable of displaying temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius.

TO TURN UNIT OFF: YOU WILL SEE:

Note: When unit is shut off in the Fleat Mode, the fan will continue to run for a few seconds to dissipate residual heat within the unit.

ADDITIONAL THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

Now that you have mastered the operating procedure, here are more features in your control that you should become familiar with.

^ * The "Cool" circuit has an automatic 3 minute time delayed start if the unit is turned off and on quickly. ^

I \ This prevents overheating of the compressor and possible circuit breaker tripping. The fan will continue /f

to run during this time.

• There is a 2-Second delay for the compressor shutting down when selecting FAN ONLY/FIEAT. This is to cover the possibility of

having to roll through to select another mode.

• The control will maintain the set temperature within 2 degrees Fahrenheit, between 60F and 90F degrees (in cool mode), 55F

and 80F degrees (in heat mode).

• After a power outage, the unit will memorize the last setting and return the unit to the same setting once power is restored.

Operating Instructions & Care and Cleaning & Energy Sawing Ideas

Operating Instructions

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(4-WAY)

4-Way Air Directional Louvers The 4-Way air directional louvers allow you to direct the air flow Up or Down and Left or Right throughout the room as needed. To adjust the air direc tional louvers side-to-side, use the center handle as you move it side-to-side.

Care and Cleaning

Clean your air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking new. Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards.

Air Filter Cleaning

The air filter should be checked at least once a month to see if cleaning is necessary. Trapped particles in the filter can build up and cause an accumulation of frost on the cooling coils.

• Grasp the filter by the center and pull up and out.

• Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse filter thoroughly. Gently shake excess water from the filter. Be sure filter is thoroughly dry before replacing

• Or instead of washing, you may vacuum the filter clean.

Cabinet Cleaning

• Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard. The

cabinet and front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or washed with a cloth dampened in a solution of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing detergent.

Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.

• Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front.

• Be sure to wring excess water from the cloth before wiping around the controls.

Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the air conditioner.

• Plug in air conditioner.

Winter Storage

If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter, remove it carefully from the window according to the installation instructions. Cover it with plastic or return it to the original carton.

NOTE: To prevent rust or electrical connections from being damaged, store air conditioner in an upright position and a dry place.

Energy Saving Ideas

Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains or furniture; or outside with

shrubs, enclosures, or other buildings.

The capacity of the room air conditioner must fit the room size for efficient and satisfactory operation.

Install the room air conditioner on the shady side of your home. A window that faces

north is best because it is shaded most of the day. Close the fireplace damper, floor and wall registers so cool air does not escape up the chimney and into the duct work.

Keep blinds and drapes in other windows closed during the sunniest part of the day. Clean the air filter as recommended in the section "Care and Cleaning".

Proper insulation and weather stripping in your home will help keep warm air out and cool air in.

External house shading with trees, plants or awnings will help reduce the air conditioner's work load. Operate heat producing appliances such as ranges, washers, dryers and dishwashers during the coolest part of the day.

Before You Call

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not

the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.

OCCURRENCE SOLUTION

Air conditioner will not operate. Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly into wall outlet.

Plug Current Device Tripped. Press the RESET button. House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit breaker. Control is OFF. Turn Control ON and set to desired setting.

Air from unit does not feel cold enough.

Air conditioner cooling, but room is too warm - ice forming on cooling coil behind decorative front

Air conditioner cooling, but room is too warm - NO ice forming on cooling coil behind decorative front.

Air conditioner turns on and off rapidly.

Room temperature below 50°F (15°C). Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 60°F (15°C).

Temperature sensing element touching cold coil, located behind air filter. Straighten away from coil.

Reset to a lower temperature.

Compressor shut-off by changing modes. Wait approximately 3 minutes and iisten for compressor to restart when set in the COOL mode.

Outdoor temperature below 60°F (16 °C). To defrost the coil, set FAN ONLY mode. Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section. To defrost, set to FAN ONLY

mode. Temperature is set too low for night-time cooling. To defrost the coil, set to FAN ONLY mode. Then,

set temperature to a higher setting.

Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.

Temperature is set too high. Set temperature to a lower setting. Air directional louvers positioned improperly. Position louvers for better air distribution.

Front of unit is blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc. - restricts air distribution. Clear blockage in

front of unit.

Doors, windows, registers, etc. open - cool air escapes. Close doors, windows, registers, etc.

Unit recently turned on in hot room. Allow additional time to remove "stored heat" from walls, ceiling, floor and furniture.

Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter.

Outside temperature extremely hot. Set FAN speed to a faster setting to bring air through cooling coils more frequently.

Noise when unit is cooling.

Water dripping INSIDE when unit is cooling.

Water dripping OUTSIDE when unit is cooling.

Remote Sensing Deactivating Prematurely (some models).

Room too cold.

Air movement sound. This is normal. If too loud, set to lower FAN setting. Sound of fan hitting water-moisture removal system. This is normal when humidity is high. Close

doors, windows and registers. Window vibration - poor installation. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer.

Improper installation. Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer.

Unit removing large quantity of moisture from humid room. This is normal during excessively humid days.

Remote control not located within range. Place remote control within 20 feet & 120° radius of the

front of the unit.

Remote control signal obstructed. Remove obstruction.

Set temperature too low. Increase set temperature.

Remote Sensing activated (on some models) and remote control located in Hot Spot - Relocate remote

control or deactivate remote sensing.

If These Solutions Fail, Cali 1-800-944-9044 For Frigidaire Ser¥ice.

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