Frigidaire FAM187R2A1, FAM157R1A2, FAM157R1A1 Owner’s Manual

Contents
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3 3 4 4
Warranty
Product Registration Packaging
Normal Sounds Important Safety Instructions
Operation of Current Device
NOTE: This USE & CARE MANUAL provides specific operating instructions
for your model. Use the room air
conditioner only as instructed in this USE & CARE MANUAL 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.
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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
/ourproductisprotectedby thiswarranty
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 FRIGmDAIRE, THROUGH roTS THE CONSUMER WmLL BE RESPONSIBLE
PERIOD AUTHORIZED SERVICERS, WmLL: FOR:
FULL FIVE YEARS Five years from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing parts Costs of service calls that are listed under
IN HOME purchase date. of this appliance which prove to be defective NORMAL RESPONSmBmLmTmES OF THE
in materials or workmanship. CONSUMER.*
* NORMAL RESPONSJBlUTJES OF
THE CONSUMER
EXCLUSIONS
_FYOU NEED SERVICE
This warranty applies only to products in orSinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the items _isted 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.
8. 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 involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.
3. Damages caused by services performed by persons 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
period should service be required. If service is performed, it is inyour best interest to obtain and keep all 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 Electrolux.
This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the U.S.A. Puerto Rico and Canada.
CANADA
Electrolux Canada Group 8150 McLaughlin Road Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2
1-866-213-9397
FOR SERWCE CALL 1-800-444-4944.
Product Registration
Record Your Mode_ and Ser[a_ Numbers Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. On all models, the sefia!
plate is Ioeated on the outside of the cabinet.
Model No.
Seria_ No.
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely, signed and returned to the Frigidaire Company.
Packaging
Norma Sounds
Remove aH packaging from inside the unit, amso any inserts pmaced into side louvers,
fackin d + straps Packing/nseTts
Hidh P/lobed Cha?lef
Today's high efficiency compressors may have a high pitched chatter
during the cooling cycle.
V/b fa ffon
Unit may vibrate and make noise
because of poor wall or window construction or incorrect installation.
Sound of Rushing .4_
At the front of the unit, you may
hear the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan.
Gurgle/Hiss
"Gurgling or hissing" noise may be heard
due to refrigerant passing through evaporator during normal operation.
P_g//rz d or Sw/s.hind
Droplets of water hitting
condenser during normat operation may cause "pinging
or swishing" sounds.
mmportant Safety mnstructions
_N©TE 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 repairedqt must be
repIaced with a cord from the Product Manufacturer.
_wA_r_iNG Avoid fire hazard or electric shocL Do not use an extension cord or an
adaptor plug. Do not remove any prong from the power cord.
Grounding type wall receptacle
Do not, under any' circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power supply cord
with 3°prong grounding
plug and current detection device
Read aH instructions before using this air conditioner.
_WA_4_*_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.
&WA_G Prevent Accidents To reduce the risk of fire, etectricaI shock, or injury to persons when using your air conditioner,
foitow 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 tripleqrack 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.
AWA_,_i_G Emectrical Information
The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is stated on the serial plate.
Refer to the rating when checking the etectrica! 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 watt
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 p_ug.
READ THINSSECTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE AIR CONDITIONER.
Operation of Current
Device
Plug in & press RESET
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 suppiy cord witt have TWO buttons on the plug head. Press the TEST button. You will notice a ciick 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 tight on the plug head).
NOTES:
Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off. o Always make sure the RESET button is pushed in for correct operation. o The power supply cord must be replaced if it faiis to reset when either the TEST button is pushed, or
it cannot be reset. A new one can be obtained from the product manufacturer.
o If power supply cord is damaged, itCANNOT be repaired. It MUST be replaced by one obtained from
the product manufacturer.
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