Frigidaire FAK103J1V4, FAK083J7V4 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'S GUIDE

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AIR CONDITIONER

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P/N 309000816 (9903)

ROOM AIR CONDITIONER WARRANTY

Your product is protected by this warranty

Your appliance is warranted by White Consolidated industries, Inc WCI has authorized Frigidaire Consumer Services and their authorized servicers to
perform service under this warranty WCI authorizes no one else to change or add to any of these ob ga ons under this warranty. Any obligations for

service and parts under this warranty must be performed by Frlgidaqe Consurner Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicer

WARRANTY

PERIOD

FUELONE-yEAR One year from originaF Pay all costs for repairing or replacing any parts of this
WARRANTY lurchasedate appliance which prove to be defective in materials or

uMFrED 2ND - 5TH Second through fifth years Diagnostic costs and any removal, transportation
YEAR WARRANTY fromodginalpurchasedate. Repair or replace any parts in the Sealed Refrigeration and reinslallation costs which are required because

(Sealed System) System (¢omp(essor, cor_denser, evaporator and tubing) ofservlce Eostsforlabor. parts and transportation

UMITED Time pe_ods li_ed above¸
WARRANTY All of the provisions of the full and limited warranties above Costs of the techniPan s travel to the home and any

(Applicable to the a nd the exclusions listed below apply costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance required
State of Alaska) because of service

*NORMAL

RESPONSIBIUTIES
OF THE CONSUMER

EXCLUSIONS

IF YOU NEED SERVICE

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 with the product.
2 Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in

accordance with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes

3 Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown 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 Replacement of ]ight bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features).

This warranty does not cover the following:

1 CONSEQUENTIAL OR _NCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING

FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS WRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY.

Note: Some 5tares do nrrt allow Ihe exclusion or limitation of itlcidental or Consequential damages, so this limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you.

2 Service calls which do not involve nnagunction er defects in workmanship or material or for appliances not in ordinary

household use The consumer shall pay for such service tails.

3 Damages caused by services performed by perso_s other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of parts other than

Frigidaire Genuine Renewal Parts: 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
perlod should service be required If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keepailreceipts. 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 followmg these steps, in order:

I. 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:

FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED

workmanship¸

proves to be defective in materials or workmanship other than with respect to the Sealed Refrigeration

SERVICERS. WILl=

Costs of service c_ that are listed u_Jer NORMAL
RESPONSIRIUTIES OF THE CONSUMER.*

System

THE CONSUMER WILL BE

RESPONSIBLE FOR:

Frigidaire Company
P.O. Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30917

BFRIG!D RE

800-444-4944

Product features or specifications as described or illustrated are subject to change without notice. All warranties are made by White
Consolidated industries. Inc This warranty applies only in the S0 states of the U S.A.. Puerto Rico and Canada.

Product Registration

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. On most
models, the serial plate is located behind the left front louvers. Reading these

numbers may be easier by using a flashlight or by removing the cabinet front as
instructed under "Careand Cleaning." On somemodels, theserialplateislocated

on the outside of the cabinet.

Model No.

Serial No.

Register Your Product

The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATIONCARD should be filled in completely,
signed and returned to the Frigidaire Company.

Contents

NOTE: This Owner's Guide provides

specific operating instructions for your
model. Usethe room air conditioner only

as instructed in this Owner's Guide.
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.

Normal Sounds

Sound of Rushing Air

At the front Of the unit,

you may hear the sound
of rushing air being moved

by the fan.

2 Warranty

3 Product Registration
3 Normal Sounds

4 Important Safety Instructions
4 Energy Saving Ideas

5-6 Front installation

7 Using Air Conditioner
7-9 Air Conditioner Features

9-10 Care and Cleaning

11 Avoid Service Checklist

Pli#h Pitched Chatter

Today's high efficient
compressors may have a

high pitched chatter during
the cooling cycle.

Unit may vibrate and make
noise because of poor walJ

or window construction or
incorrect installation.

272ermostat Clicktne

Souu_d

As cooling systems cycle on
and off, you may hear a

"cJicking + sound.

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Atl rights reserved

"Gurgling or hissing"

ooise may be heard due to refrigerant
passing through evaporation during normal

operation.

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Ptn_tn_ or Swt.chine

Droplets- of water hitting
condenser during normal
operation may cause

"pinging or swishing"

sounds.

Important Safety
Instructions

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

under

Power supply

cord with 3- rong
grounding p_urg

Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.

For Your Safety

Do not store or usegasoline or other flammable vapors and liquidsin the vicinity of
this or any other appliance. Readproduct labelsfor flammability and other warnings.

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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 either behind the

louvers or on the left side of the cabinet.

• If the air conditioner is to be installed in a window, you will probably want to

clean both sidesof the glass first. If the window isatriple-track type with ascreen

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. Savethis manual

and the installation instructions for possible future use inremoving 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 electricalrating ofyour new room airconditioner isstated 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.

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 ot her 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 awmngs 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.

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