Frigidaire FAK124Q1 Installation Instructions Manual

Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard

Electrical ground is required on this appliance.
DO NOT ground to a gas line.
If

cold water pipe is interrupted by plastic,

non-m

etallic gaskets, or other insulating
materials, DO NOT use for grounding.
Check

with a qualified electrician if you are in
doub

t as to whether the appliance is properly
grounded.
DO NOT modify power supply cord plug. If it
doe

s not fit outlet, have a proper outlet

installed

by a qualified electrician.
DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or
grounding circuit. A fuse in the neutral, or
grounding circuit could result in an elecrtrical
shock.
DO NOT use an extension cord with this
applian

ce.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in
electr

ical shock, serious injury, or death.

WARNING

Installation Instructions

For Slider Casement Air Conditioners

NOTE: These instructions describe installation in a typical wood framed window with a wood SLIDE-BY sash,

or installation in a metal CASEMENT window. Modification may be necessary when installing in windows made
differently than those shown in these instructions.

A high window accessory kit is available for window heights up to 62" (1575mm). Part # EA103W.

Meeting Electrical Requirements

OBSERVE ALL LOCAL GOVERNING CODES
AND ORDINANCES.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD
GROUNDING PRONG.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

A 115 volt (103.5 minimum, 126.5 maximum), 60
Hertz, AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply
is required. A time delay fuse or time delay circuit
breaker is also required. A separate circuit, serving
only this appliance, MUST be provided.

NOTE: If codes permit, and a separate

grounding wire is used; it is recommended that a
qualified electrician determine that the grounding
path is adequate and not interrupted by plastic,
non-metallic gaskets, or other insulating materials.

RECEPTACLE WIRING

Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of 14
gauge. Use copper wire only. It is your responsibility
to provide proper and adequate receptacle wiring,
installed by a qualified electrician.

P/N 220215A055

SUBJECT PAGE

Mee

ting Electrical Requirements 1

Elec

trical Connection 2

Preparing

For Installation 2
Installing Unit in a Sliding Window 4
Al

ternate Window Jamb Applications 7

Installing Unit in a Casement Window 8

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Recommended grounding method:

For your personal safety, this appliance must be
grounded. This air conditioner includes a power
supply cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. To
minimize possible electrical shock hazard:

-cord must be plugged into a mating 3-prong
grounding-type wall receptacle,

-must be grounded in accordance with
National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70­ latest version) and

-all local codes and ordinances.
If a mating 3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle is
not available, it is the responsibility of the consumer
to have a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle
installed by a qualified electrician.

Electrical Connection

Electrical ground is required on this appliance.

Preparing for Installation

For wood-frame casement windows: It may be

necessary to construct a frame, using at least 1-inch
thick wood, with a 15-1/2-inch wide opening.

For brick or cement building construction: It may
be necessary to put a wood stool strip under AC, for
mounting purposes.

Installation Tips

Tools Required

Flat-head screwdriver
Phillips-head screwdriver
Carpenter's level
Tape measure
Fine tooth saw
Electric or hand drill

WARNING

3 Prong

Grounding

Plug

3 Prong

Grounding

Type

Wall

Receptacle

Grounding

pron

g

Power

Supply Cord

(6

feet long)

2

Failure to adhere to the following precautions could
result in personal injury and product damage.

Because this unit weighs about 88 to 105 pounds,
it is recommended that you have someone help
you when install your new unit, and that you both
use proper lifting techniques. Inspect the condition
of the window where unit will be installed. Be sure
it will support the weight of the unit.
This appliance must be installed according to all
applicable codes and ordinances.
Handle AC with care. AVOID sharp metal fins on
front and rear coils.
Make sure your AC does not fall during installation.
Do not use water collected in the unit for drinking
purposes. It is not sanitary.

Knife and scissors
Pencil

1. Make sure you have all the necessary parts.

Installation kit contents:

1. Platform (1)

2. Support brace (1)

3. Adjustment bolt (1)

4. Hex flange nut - 1/4" (1)

5. Track seal (1)

6. Side channel seal (1)

7. Foam seal strip/Sash seal

8. Safety bracket (1)
9-11. Screw - #10x2-1/2" flat-head (2), OR
Screw - #10xl-3/4" pan-head (2), OR
Screw - #10xl" pan-head (2)

12. Screw - #8x3/4" pan head (6)

13. Screw - #8-32x3/4" self-threading (7)

14. Window locking bracket (1)

15. Plastic window panel (1)

16. Side channel (2)

17. Screw - #8x3/8 truss head (6)

18. Panel frame/seal assembly (1)

NOTE: Use scale below to measure length of your

screws. The scale will come in handy when
separating screws for installation.

2. Choose a proper sized window, as shown right.

15-1/2 inches minimum width
16-1/4 inches maximum width (for
casement windows)
21-1/4 inches minimum height (with
window panel retainer)
20-5/16 inches minimum height
(window panel retainer removed)
39-7/16 inches maximum height

NOTE: Height measurement must be of a clear

opening above mounting platform. In some cases,
due to a variety of stop and track arrangements, the
above dimensions may vary slightly. If necessary,
installation can be made by alternating window
jambs. (See Alternate Window Jamb Applications.)
(continued)

IDENTIFY SCREWS
BY LENGTH

3

1

9,10,11

8

2

13

12

5

7

17

4

16

14

15

6

18

3

1

16 / inches

4

maximum

width

(casement

windows)

1

15 / inches

2

minimum

width

5

20 / inches

16

minimum

height

7

39 / inches

16

maximum

Height