Frigidaire FAK124R1V13, FAK124R1V11, FAK104R1V13, FAK104R1V12, FAK085R7V12 Owner’s Manual

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USE & CARE MANUAL

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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3 3

4 5-9

10 10

Warranty

Product Registration Packaging

Normal Sounds

Important Safety Instructions

Air Conditioner Features Care and Cleaning

Energy Saving Ideas

Avoid Service Checklist

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ROOM AiR CONDiTiONER WARRANTY

Your produot is protected by this warranty

Your appliance is warranted by Electrolux. Electrolux 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 ONE-YEAR One year from odgina} Pay all costs for repairing or replacing parts Costs of service calls that are listed under

WARRANTY purchase date. of this appliance which prove to be defective NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE

in materials or workmanship. CONSUMER.*

LIMITED 2-SYEAR Second through fifth Repair or replace any parts in the Sealed Diagnostic costs and any removal,

WARRANTY (Sealed years from original Refrigeration System (compressor, transportation and reinstailation costs which

System) purchase date. condenser, evaporator and tubing) proves to are required because of service. Costs for

be defective in materia}s or workmanship, labor, paris and transportation other than with

respect to the Sealed Refrigeration System.

* NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES 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 inaccordance with instructions p rovided 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 _oose connections or defects in house wiring.

4. Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as removal of trim, cupboards, sheNes, etc., which are not a parl 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 exc;usion or limitation of incidentai or consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

2. Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances no1 in ordinary household use. The consumer shall pay for such service cal_s.

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

Frigidaire Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; or exlernal 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 o1 sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the biII establishes the warranty

period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your best interest to obtain and keep alt 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 foltowing 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 Depariment at:

Frigidaire RO. Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30917

800-444-4944

CANADA Electrolux Canada Group

6150 McLaughIin Road Mississauga, Ontario L5R 402

1-866-213-9397

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

This warranty applies only in the 50 stales of the U.S.A., Puerio Rico and Canada.

FOR SERVICE CALL 1-800-444-4944.

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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 seJf-addressedPRODUCT REGISTRATIONCARDshouJdbefilled in compJeteJy,signed

and returned to the Frigidaire Company.

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

the side louvers.

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.

Gurgle/Hies

'Gurgling or hissing" noise may be t .....

due to refrigerant passing through evaporator during normal operation.

PACKAGING iNSERTS

High Pitched Chatter

Today's high efficiency compressors

may have a high pitched chatter during the cooling cycle.

Vibrat/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.

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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,

_WA_it'_ 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

Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.

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 labets 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 incIuding the following:

Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen. This information can befound 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.

_WAR_NG Emectrical mnforrnation

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.

plug and current

detection device

READ THIS SECTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE AIR CONDITIONER.

Operation of Current Device

NOTE: Some plugs have

buttons on the top,

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 indicated by a light on the plug head).

NOTES:

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 obtained from the product manufacturer,

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Air Conditioner Features ELECTRONIC CONTROL OPERATING iNSTRUCTiONS

Before you begin, thorougMy familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote as shown

ON/OFF MGHT below and all itsfunctions, then follow the symbol for the functions you desire. The unit can

ADJUSTS TEMP &

TIME

SETS MODE

SETS FAN SPEED

ACTIVATE TIMER

be controlled by the touch pad alone or with the remote,

REMOTECONTROL

SETS MODE TEMPERATURE TEMPERATURE/TIME

\ OR TIME

ADJUSTS DISPLAYS

\ /

EXHAUST SELECTOR

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

SETS MODE CHECK FILTER ACTIVATES TURNS UNIT SETS FAN

RESETBUTTON TIMER ON OR OFF SPEEDS

TOUCH PAD

TO TURN UNIT ON: YOU WILL SEE:

DO THIS:

PRESS ON/OFF

BUTTON

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Air Conditioner Features

(continued)

TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE SETTING:

YOU WILL SEE:

PRESS TO RAISE

PRESS TO LOWER

TO ADJUST FAN SPEEDS:

PRESS TO SELECT:

DO THIS:

DO THIS: \

Low,Med,or H gh

Note: Tap or hotd either up(A) or down(v) botton untit the desired temperature is seen on the display. This temperature witI be

automatically maintained anywhere between 60°F(16°C) and 90 °F (32°C). If you want the disptay to read the actual room temperature. See "To Operate on on Fan Onty" section on Page 6.

YOU WILL SEE:

The chosen fan speed LED will light up.

TO USE AUTO FAN FEATURE:

DO THIS:

PRESS TO SELECT:

AUTO

YOU WILL SEE:

LIGHT On

Note: Fan speed starts at high and adjusts to a stower speed as the room temperature dictates. For exampIe if the room doesn't

get too warm it wili stay at the stowest speed. If the room temperature rises quickty, such as a door being opened, it witt automaticatIy go to the highest speed. The fan speeds wiII redjust back to the stowest speed as the room returns to the originat set

temperature. Press the Fan Speed button to adjust the fan speed manually.

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Air Conditioner Features

(continued)

TO OPERATE FAN ONLY: YOU WILL SEE:

Note: Use this function only when cooling is not desired, such as

X DOTHIS:

PRESS

MODE BUTTON

CHOOSE

FAN ONLY

for room air circulation or to exhaust stale air (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.

During this function thedispIaywilI show the actuaIroom

temperature not the set temperature as in the cooling mode.

TO USE THE ENERGY SAVER FEATURE: YOU WILL SEE:

LIGHT On

SLEEP FEATURE:

X. DO THIS:

PRESS

MODE BUTTON

CHOOSE

ENERGY SAVER

DO THIS:

PRESS

SLEEP BUTTON

Note: In this mode, the fan wilt continue to run for 3 minutes after the compressor shuts off. The fan then cycles on for 2 minutes at

10 minute intervals until the room temperature is above the set

temperature, at which time the unit turns back on.

YOU WILL SEE:

Note: In this "MODE" the selected temperature will increase by 2 degrees F 30 minutes after the mode is selected. The temperature

wilt then increase by another 2 degrees 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 pressing "Sleep" MODE button.

LIGHT On

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Air Conditioner Features

(continued)

TIMER: DELAY STOPISTART FEATURE:

DO THIS:

PRESS TIMER

BUTTON

THEM DO THIS:

PRESS UP (A) OR

DOWN (V) BUTTON

YOU WiLL SEE HOW MUCH TiME IS CHOSEN:

LIGHT On

Note: For Delay Stop the unit must be in the On position. To adjust timer setting tap or hold the UP arrow( ) Down arrow( ) to change delay timer at .5 hour increments up t_10 hours, ther'r_ at 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The controt wilt count down the time remaining until start (8,7.5,7 ere.). The Delay Start mode automaticaIIy selects cooIing with maximum Fan Speed. The temperature maintained wiIt be the same as previously set, To change the set temperature, Press COOL" then Up or Down arrows untit the desired temperature is indicated on the display. After 5 seconds, the control wiII automatically change the disptay

back to the hours remaining until the unit will start/stop. Tuming the unit "ON" or 'OFF" at any time wiII cancet the Delay Start/ Stop function.

The Delay Start/Stop Feature witt work until the unit either starts or stops, Once that happens the above steps have to be repeated

again.

CHECK FILTER FEATURE:

FAULT CODES

YOU WILL SEE:

Note: This feature is a reminder to clean the Air Filter (See Care

and Cleaning) for more efficient operation and cooling. The LED

(light) wilt illuminate after 250 hours of operation. To reset after

cleaning the fiIter, press the Check FiIter" button and the light wilt go off.

LIGHT On

Ifthe display reads "AS" a sensor has faiIed. Contact your Authorized

Frigidaire Serivice Center

If the dispIay reads "ES", a sensor has faiIed. Contact your Authorized

Frigidaire Service Center

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TO TURN UNIT OFF: YOU WILL SEE:

DO THIS:

PRESS ON/OFF

BUTTON

Air Conditioner Features

(continued)

ADDITIONAL THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW

Now that you have mastered the operating procedure, here are more features in you control that you shoutd become famliar with,

The "Cool" circuit has an automatic 3 minute dilayed start if the unit is turned off and on quickly, this prevents overheating of the compressor and possible circuit breaker tripping, The/_\

fan will continue to run during this time.

The control wilt maintainthe set temperature within 2° degrees Fahrenheit, between 60F°and90 _degrees.

The control is capable of displaying temperature in degrees Fahrenheit of degrees Celsius. To convert from one to the other and back, press and hold the "TEMPITIMER" Up (,_) and Down (v) buttons together for 3 seconds.

EXHAUSTCONTROL

This Exhaust Control allows the air conditioner to either recirculate inside air (CLOSED) or exhaust air to the outside (OPEN). The CLOSED position is used when maximum cooling is desired. It may also be used for air recirculation without cooling When the air conditioner is set in any FAN position. The OPEN position removes stale air from the room and exhausts it to the outside. Fresh air is drawn in through normal

passages in the home.

4-WAY LOUVERS

The 4-Way air directional louvers allow you to direct air flow

up or down, left or right throughout the room as needed.

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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 watel: 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

* Instatl the room air conditioner on the shady side d your home. A window that faces north

is best because it is shaded nost 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 water stripping in your home will help keep warm air out and coot

* 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.

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Avoid Service Checklist

OCCURRENCE SOLUTION

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 workman-ship or

materials in this appliance.

Air conditioner will not operate,

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.

Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly into wail outlet. Plug Current Device Tripped. Press the RESET button.

House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or resel circuit breaker. Control is OFR Turn Control ON and set to desired setling.

Room temperature below 60_F (16°C). Cooling may no1 occu r until room temperatu re rises above 60F (16_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 approximateiy 3 minutes and listen for compressor to restad

when set in the COOL mode.

Outdoor temperalure below 60_F (18C). To defrost the coil, sel 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 Tem- perature 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 belter 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 - cold air escapes. Close doors, windows, registers, etc. Unit recently turned on in hot room. Allow addffional time to remove "stored heat" from wails, ceiling, floor and

furniture.

Air conditioner turns on and off rapidly.

Noise when unit is cooling.

Water dripping INSIDE when unit is Improper installation. Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage. Refer to installation cooling, instructions - check with installer.

Water dripping OUTSIDE when unit Unit removing large quantity of moisture from humid room. This is normal during excessively humid days.

is cooling,

Room Too Cold. Set temperature too _ow.Increase set temperature.

Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter. Outside temperature extremely hot. Set FAN speed to a faster setting to bring air past cooting coils more

frequently.

Air movement sound. This is normal. If too loud, set to a slower FAN setting. Window vibration - poor installation. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer.

if These Solutions Fail, Call 1-800-444-4944 For Frigidaire Service.