Frigidaire FAM157S1A14, FAM187S2A13, FAM187S2A12, FAM187S2A11 Owner’s Manual

USE & CARE MANUAL

DESIGNER SERIES

Contents

2 3

3 4 4

5-9 Air Conditioner Features

10 10

Warranty Product Registration

Packaging Normal Sounds

Important Safety Instructions Operation of Current Device

Care and Cleaning Energy Saving Ideas

Avoid Service Checklist

NOTE: This USE & CARE MANUAL provides specific operating instructions

for your model. Use the room air conditioner only as instructed inthis 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.

READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

15,1 TU -25,000 TU

AiR CONDITIONERS

ELECTRONIC CONTROLS

P/N 66129901147

ROOM AIR CONDITIONER WARRANTY

Yourproduct is protected by this warranty

Your appliance iswarranted by Electro_ux. Electrolux has authorized Frigidaire Consumer Services and their authorized servicers to pedorm 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 FIVE YEARS Five years from original Pay all costs for repairing or replacing parts Costs of service calls that are listed under INHOME purchase date. ofthisappliancewhich prove to be defective NORMAL RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE

in materials or workmanship. CONSUMER.*

* 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 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 b_ownfuses, 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 no1 a part of the appliance when itwas 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 limitalion of incidenta_ 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 household use. The consumer shall pay for such service calls.

8. 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 external causes such as abuse,

misuse, inadequate power supply or acts of God.

4. Products with odginal serial numbers that have been removed or altered and cannol be readily determined.

Keep your bill of sale, delivery slip, or some other appropriate payment record. The date on the bilt establishes the warranty

period should service be required. If service is performed, it is in your 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 Elect rolux.

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

CANADA E}ectrolux Canada Group 6150 McLaugMin Road Mississauga, Ontario L5R 4C2

1-866-213-9397

FOR SERWCE CALL 1-800-444-4944.

Product Registration

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided beJowthe modeJandseriaJnumbers.On aHmodeJs,the serial pJateis Jocatedon the outside of the cabinet,

Model No,

Serial No,

The serf-addressedPRODUCT REGISTRATIONCARDshouJdbe filled in compJeteJy,signed

and returnedto the Frigidaire Company.

Packaging

Normal Sounds

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

side louvers.

Packing estraps Packing Inserts

High Pitched Chatter

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

during the cooling cycle.

Wbration

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

construction or incorrect installation.

Sound of Rushing A/Y

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

being moved by the fan.

Gurgle/Hiss

"Gurgling orhissing"noise may be heard

due to refrigerant passing through evapor_orduring normatoper_ion.

Pinging or Swishing

Droptets 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,

_WA_i_ 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

Do not, Under any,_ circumstancesl cut,

remove, or bypass the

Power Supply cord

with 3-prong grounding p!ug and current

detection device

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 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.

_WAR_NG 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.

o 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

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 supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug head. Press the TEST butlon. 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 indi- cated 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 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 manufacturen 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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