Frigidaire FAA087S7A13, FAA087S7A16, FAA087S7A15, FAA087S7A14, FAA087S7A12 Owner’s Manual

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USE CARE NUAL

DESIGNER SERIES

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

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ROOM AIR CONDITIONER WARRANTY

Your product is protected by this warranty

Your appliance is warranted by Electro_ux. E}ectrolux has authorized Frigidaire Consumer Services and their authorized servicers to perform service under this warranty. Electrolux 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 SERVICERS, WILL: FOR:

FULL 5 YEAR IN-HOME Five years from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing parts Costs of service calls that are listed under WARRANTY in materials or workmanship. CONSUMER,*

* NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF

THE CONSUMER

EXCLUSIONS

iF YOU NEED SERVICE

purchase date. ofthisappliancewhich prove to be defectNe NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE

This warranty applies only to products in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items listed below.

1. Proper use of the appliance in accordance with instructions provided w_th 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 bIown 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 invotve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary househoId use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.

3. Damages caused by services pedormed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of parts other than

Frigidaire Genuine Renewal Paris; 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.

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, itis in your best interest to obtain and keep aH 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:

USA Frigidaire

RO. Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30917

800-444-4944

Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by

Elect rolux. This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A., Puerto Rico and Canada.

CANADA Electrolux Canada Group 6150 McLaughlin Road Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2

1-866-213-9397

FOR SERVICE CALL 1-800-444-4944.

Product Registration

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided beJowthe modeJand seriaJnumbers.On aHmodeJs,the seriaJ pJateis Jocatedon the outside of the cabinet,

Model No,

Serial No,

The serf-addressedPRODUCT REGISTRATIONCARDshouJdbefilled in compJeteJy,signed

and returnedto the Frigidaire Company.

Packaging Remove all packaging from inside the unit, also any inserts placed into

the side louvers.

packaging inserts

Normal Sounds

Sound of Rushing A/?

At the front of the unit, you may hear the sound of rushing air

being moved by the fan.

Gurg/e/Hiss _'_I_

"Gurgling orhissing"noise may be heard

due to refrigerant passing through evaporatordudng normatoperation.

High Pitched Ohatter

Today's high efficiency compressors may have a high pitched chatter

during the cooling cycle.

Vibra//bn

Unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor wall or window

construction or incorrect installation.

-- 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

grounding prong.

Power supply cord with 3-prong grounding

plug and current

detection device

Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.

_G 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.

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 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.

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 dick 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- caled by a light on the plug head).

NOTES:

Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.

A_ways make sure the RESET butlon 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, il CANNOT be repaired. It MUST be replaced by one obtained from

the product manufacturer.

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