Frigidaire FAS156N1A2, FAS185M2A1, 25373299200 Installation Guide

Installation Instructions
For Heavy Duty
Please read ALL instructions before installing. Two people are recommended to install this product. Ifa new electrical outlet is required, have the outlet installed by a qualified electrician
before installing unit. See#5 in Preliminary Instructions following.
Preliminary Instructions
WINDOW SASH SEAL
3/4" LONG HE)( HEAD SCREW
1. Check window opening size - the mounting parts furnished with this air conditioner are made to install in a wooden
sill double-hung window. The standard parts are for a window opening of 31 "(711 mm) minimum to 42"( 1067 rc_n) maximum width. Open sash to a minimum of 19"
(483 mm). (FIG. 1)
2. Check condition of window - all wood parts of window must be in good shape and able to firmly hold the needed
screws. If not, make repairs before installing unit.
3. Check your storm windows - if your storm window
frame does not allow the clearance required, correct by
adding a piece of wood as shown in FIG. 2, or by removing
storm window while room air conditioner is being installed.
(continued)
FIG. 1
_ SASH
WASHERHEAD
FRAME
ASSEMBLY
(LEII)
SDE RETAINER
SEAL-BOI tOM RAIL TC UNIT
I/2'LOFIG
SCREWS AND "_i FRAME
O_'KN JTS _ ASSEMBLY
OCKNJ [ _ WINDOW _!IPPORT
3/4 'LONG
D_____ " BRACKET
BOLT SI ANGI
FIG. 2 [_SASH
112"MIN 1 1/2"MIN.
\._ _#W-! (lEFT)
BRACKET
1
19" MIN_
T
19" MIN.
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
ENTIRE STOOL. FASTEN STORM WINDOW FRAME OR WITH TWO NAILS OR OTHER OBSTRUCTION SCREWS.
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4. CHECK FOR ANYTHING THAT COULD BLOCK AIRFLOW - check area outside of window for things
such as shrubs, trees, or awnings. Inside, be sure
furniture, drapes, or blinds will not stop proper airflow.
5. Check the available electrical service -power supply must be the same as that shown on the unit serial nameplate. (See Owner's Guide for serial plate location.) Power cord
is 48"long. Be sure you have an outlet near.
All models have a 3-prong service plug to provide proper
service and safe positive grouding. Do not change plug in
any way. Do not use an adapter plug. If your present wall outlet does not match your plug, call a qualified electrician
to make the needed change.
Avoid fire hazard or
electric shock. Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug. Do not remove
any prong from the power cord.
Tools Required
a large flat blade screwdriver tape measure adjustable wrench or pliers
pencil
Level Socket wrenches
Phillips screwdriver
Hardware (in plastic bag)
Locking Screw
Washer Head
For window panels
ft
3/4 Long Hex-
Head Screw
Grounding type wall receptacle
/_, tl circumstancescut,I
r" _ _ remove,orbypasstheI
I (l', lP groundingprongfromI
power supply cord_ with 3-prong
grounding plug.
6. Carefully unpack air conditioner - remove all packing material. Protect floor or carpet from damage. Two people should be used to move and install unit.
Safety Lock
@_ 1/2"LongScrew
%_ 3/4" Long FlatHead Bolt and
and Locknut
Locknut
Sill Angle Bracket
locking screw for top angle, side
Long hex-head retainer 5/16"
Long
4 ea.
2 ea.
10
Window Mounting
Remove Chassis
STRAP/HANDLE NOTE: Do not use strap for lifting unit. It is for sliding chassis WITHIN cabinet only (to aid in cleaning,
maintenance, etc). Be CAREFUL of sharp edges on coil fins.
1. To slide chassis from the cabinet, first remove the two (2) screws on top of the cabinet, hold the cabinet while
pulling on the strap/handle provided at the front of the unit. At the same time, push with thumbs against top front edge of sleeve.
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2. Before proceeding to STEP 2 add the two (2) short seals to cover the holes where retaining screws were.
Assemble Window
Filler Panels
1. Place cabinet on floor, a bench, or a table.
2. Slide 'T' section of window filler panel into side retainer on the side of the cabinet (see Figures 2-3). Do both
sides.
FIG. 2
PLASTIC WINDOW FILLER FRAME PANEL
SIDE
RETAINER
FIG. 3
AIR CONDITIONER
TOP ...... FRAME
Vl EW
CABINI _ PLASTI
Install Top Angle
and Side Bracket
1. Attach foam gasket to top angle above holes as shown in FIG. 1.
2. Install top angle and side retainers to cabinet as shown in FIG. 1.
FIG. 1
'T' SECTION
.
Insert top and bottom legs of window filler panel frame
WINDOW HOLE
FILLER
PANEL
into channel in the top angle and bottom rail. Do both sides.
.
Insert washer head locking screws (2) into holes in top leg of filler panel frame (see Step 6). Do not totally
tighten. Allow leg to slide freely. Screws will be tightened after Section 6.
Place Cabinet in
Window
Install Support
Bracket
1. Open window and mark center of window stool.
2. Place cabinet in window with bottom stool angle firmly seated over window stool as shown. Bring window
down temporarily behind top angle to hold cabinet in place.
1. Hold each support bracket flush against outside of sill, and tight to bottom of cabinet as shown below. Mark
brackets at top level of sill, and remove.
4
MARK
|........ 1/2" LONG SCREWS
LEFT\. _/AND LOCKNUTS
LOC UTg" ,. !
3. Shift cabinet left or right as needed to line up center of cabinet on center line marked on stool.
4. Fasten cabinet to window stool with 2 screws into holes.(You may wish to pre-drill pilot holes.)
5. Add bottom rail seal over screws to window stool.
I
Rail Seal
L Bottom
_\. ./
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FLAT HEAD BOLT <_@b,_/
2 EACH REQ'D FOR EACH SUPPORT BRACKET
2. Assemlle sill angle bracket to support brackets at the marked position, as shown. Hand tighten, but allow
for any changes later.
3. Install support brackets (with sill angle brackets attached) to correct hole in bottom of cabinet as shown.
4. Tighten all 6 bolts securely.
l/2"long screws
andlocknuts
I (_/_/_//3/4"LONG HEX- I
_.._/HEADSCREW
Extend Window Filler Panels
1. Carefully raise window to expose filler panel locking screws. Loosen screws so filler panels slide easily.
2. Extend panels to fill window opening completely. Tighten lockin_ screws on top.
3. Close window behind top angle.
Install Chassis into
Cabinet and Install
Front to Unit
1. Lift chassis and carefully slide it into installed cabinet.
2. _ DO not push on controls OR finned coils.
3. Be sure chassis is firmly seated towards rear of cabinet.
4. Refer to Owner's Guide for front installation.
Install Window Lock
and Sash Seal
1. Trim sash seal to fit window width. Insert into space between upper and lower sashes.
)OW SASH SEAL
2. Attach right angle safety lock as shown.
/_ y ---_. 3,4",onghex-
"/// _) -- head screw
Thru-The-Wall Installation
NOTE: Consult local building codes prior to installation, or a qualified carpenter.
Select Wall Location
This air conditioner has a slide-out chassis, so it canbe installed through an outside wall up to 12" thick. IMPORTANT: Side
louvers must never be blocked.
NOTE: All parts neede for Thru-The-Wall Installation are provided, except a wood frame, shims, and 10 wood screws (#
10-1" long minimum). Select a wall surface that:
1. does not support major structural loads such as the frame construction at ends of windows, and under truss-bearing points, etc.
2. does not have plumbing or wiring inside.
3. is near existing electrical outlets, or where another outlet can be installed.
4. Paces, and is not blocked to the area to be cooled.
5. allows unblocked airflow from rear sides and end (outside) of installed air conditioner.
Prepare Wall
1. Prepare wall in frame construction (including brick and stucco veneer). Working from inside the room, find wall stud nearest the center of area where air conditioner will
be installed (by sounding wall, or by magnetically inding nails).
2. Cut or knock out a hole on each side of center stud.
3. Measure between inside edges ofeve_T other stud as shown in FIG. 1.
Carefully measure and cut an opening with t he following dimensions. See FIGS. 1 and 2.
WIDTH "X" = 26-3/4" (67.9cm) plus twice the thickness of framing material used.
HEIGHT "Y" = 18-7/8" (47.9cm) plus twice the thickness of fiaming material used.
FIG. 2
Y
UP TO
8-1/2"
4. Build a wooden sleeve with the INSIDE dimensions of 26-3/4" (67.9cm) in width and 18-7/8" (47.9cm) in height.
Frame depth should be the same as wall thickness. Fill in the space from the opening to the studs with wood spacers,
as shown.
5. Nail frame to spacers to spacers with front flush with drywall.
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FIG. 1
3-3/8" MIN (8.6 cm)
NOTE: If wall thickness is 8-1/2" or more, add aluminum flashing over bottom of frame opening to assure no water can
enter area between inner and outer wall.
FIG. 2
1" LONG
WOOD SCREW
OPTIONAL: Support brackets may be used. Installation
brakcets are recommended for walls under 5" thick.
ALUMINUM FLASHING
OVER BOTTOM OF FRAME
OVER 81/2"
Prepare and Install Cabinet
I. Slide chassis from cabinet. Refer back to Step l of
Window Mounting.
2. Place cabinet into opening with bottom rail resting firmly on bottom board of wooden frame.
3. Position cabinet to achieve proper slope for water removal. (See FIG. 1 below.)
FIG. 1
3/4" PLUS
THICKNESS
SEE PARA 5
Refer to Step 4 of Window Mounting for assembly of support brackets. A wooden strip nailed to the outside wall should be used in coniunction with sill support angle brackets.
brakcet
Wooden strip
5. Screw or nail cabinet wooden frame using shims if frame is oversized, to eliminate distortion. Remember to maintain
proper slope as described in Step 3.
TO
3/8"
F"
LEVEL
4. Secure bottom rail to wood frame with two large wood
screws 1"(2.5 cm) long using the tow holes in the bottom
of the channel resting on frame. (See FIG. 2 following)
6. Install chassis into cabinet by following all steps in Step 8 of Window Mounting. (continued)
OPTIONAL: Caulking and installation of trim on interior wall may be done. You can buy wood from your local lumber or hardware supply. On the outside, caulk openings around top
and sides of cabinet, and all sides ofwtx_d sleeve to the opening.
NOTE: See Step 7, Item 3 of Window Mounting Instructions for bottom rail seal location.
Masonry Construction
1. Cut or build a wall opening in the masonry wall similar to the frame construction (refer to Step 2 of Tbau-the- Wall Installation for a wall thickness _eater than 8-1/
2").
2. Secure cabinet in place using masom 7 nails, or the right masom 7 anchor screws. (Another way to do this is to build an in-between frame of 2x4's as shown in the Step 2 Prepare
Wall illustrations-but make it double framed on either
side, and install between n_soru 7 wall opening and cabinet. Frame must be securely anchored to masom 7 wall opening) This way gives very good louver clearance on
either side of cabinet.
3. Install a lintel to support masom 7 wall above cabinet. Existing holes in cabinet can be used and/or additional holes can be &illed to fasten cabinet at various positions.
Be sure that side louver clearance is in accordance with
Step 1 above.
4. Install exterior cabient support brackets as shown in
Step 2 of Tinu-the-Wall Installation. Caulk or flash if
nee&, to provide a wether-tight seal around top and
sides of cabinet.
5. To complete installation, apply wood trim molding
around room side projection of cabinet.
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