Frigidaire FAS185M2A1 Owner’s Manual

OWNER'SGUIDE

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AIRCONDITIONER

ELECTRONICCONTROL

P/N 309000848(08/02)

ROOM AIR CONDITIONER WARRANTY

Your product is protected by this warranty

Your appliance is warranted by White Consolidated industries, Inc WCI has authorized Frigidaire Consumer Services and their authorized servicers to perform service under this warranty WCI 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 AUTHORIZED THE CONSUMER WILL BE

PERIOD SERVICERS, WILL: RESPONSIBLE FOR:

FULL ONE-YEAR One year from odgklal Pay all costs for repairing or rep[adng parts of this Costs of service calls that ale listed under NOR- WARRANTY surchase date. appliance which prove to be defective in materials or MAL RESPONSiBILITiES OF THE CONSUMER.*

LIMITED 2ND-STH Secondthrough fifth years Repair or replace any parts in the Sealed Refrigeration Diagnostic costs and any removal, transportation YEAR WARRANTY from original purchase System (compressor, condenser, evaporator and tubing) and reinsta[[ation costs which are required because

(Sealed System) date. proves to be defective in materials or workmanship of service. Costs for labor, parts and transportation

LIMITED Time peRods listed above AH of the provisions of the furl and limited warranties above Costs of the technician's travel to the home and WARRANTY and the exclusions listed below apply any costs for pick up and delivery of the appliance (Applicable to the required because of service State of Alaska)

workmanship

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.

I. 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

6. Replacement of light bulbs and/or fluorescent tubes (on models with these features)

This warranty does not cover the following:

I. CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTYDAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSESRESULTINGFROM

ANY BREACH OF THISWRITTEN 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 maffunct[on 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 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:

I Contact Frigidaire Consumer Servicesor an authorized Frigidaire servicer

2 If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Relations Department at:

Frigidaire Company RO Box 212378

Augusta, GA 30917

800-444-4944

Product features or specifications as described or illustrated aresubject to change without notice All warranties are made by White Consolidated industries, Inc This warranty applies only in the 50 states of the USA., Puerto Rico and Canada.

EFRIG!DAIRE

Product Registration

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers

Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. On most models, the serial plate is located on the outside of the cabinet. On some models,

remove the filter and look at the bottom edge of the air conditioner behind the front grille for the model and serial numbers. Reading these numbers may be easier

by using a flashlight or by removing the cabinet front as instructed under "Care and Cleaning."

Model No.

Serial No.

The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATIONCARD should be filled in completely,

signed and returned to the Frigidaire Company.

Contents

NOTE: This Owner's Guide provides

specific operating instructions for your model. Usethe room air conditioner only

as instructed in this Owner's Guide. These 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.

Normal Sounds

5bund (_ Rushing Air

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

of rushing air being moved by the fan.

2 3

3 4

4 5

6 6-11

11 12

High Pilclaed Cbat&,r

Today's high efficient

compressors may have a high pitched chatter during

the cooling cycle.

Warranty Product Registration

Normal Sounds Important Safety Instructions

Energy Saving Ideas Vent/Dial Plate/Front Installation

Using Air Conditioner Air Conditioner Features

Care and Cleaning Avoid Service Checklist

Vibration

Unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor wall

or window construction or incorrect installation.

2bermostat Clichin,_

5bund

As cooling systems cycle on and off, you may hear a

"clicking" sound.

Pinging or 3u;islaing

Droplets of water hitting

-- condenser during normal operation may cause

"pinging or swishing"

sounds.

"Gurgling or hissing"

noise may be heard due to refrigerant passing through evaporation during normal

operation.

Important Safety Instructions

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

under

Power supply cord with 3-prong grounding plug

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. Readproduct labels 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 either on the side of the cabinet or 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.

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.

• 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.

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 operation.

• Install the room air conditioner on the shady side of your home. A window that faces north is best because it is shaded most 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 cool air in.

• 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.

Front Installation

Some models are shipped in a removable sleeve, please follow the supplied Installation Instruction before installing the Decorative front and accessories.

Installing the Vent Control (on some models)

The vent control handle is included in the decorative front kit. The handle must be

installed before the decorative front is attached.

1. Insert the handle with the "etchings (Vent/Air)" facing to the left,

2. Slip the black door extension into the split at the end of the handle,

3. For ease of assembly, push the handle in while pressing the door extension against the foam until the two pieces lock together.

4. Move handle in and out to be sure vent is operating properly.

Installing the Front Frame

Some models require installation of the front panel of the air conditioner included in a decorative kit. To assemble, follow these steps. Before installation, remove the tilt panel from the frame. Grasping the panel from both sides, gently pull to release, then lift panel from pivot points at bottom of frame).

STEP 1: INSTALL DECORATIVE FRONT TO CABINET:

Decorative Front

Position the top of the decorative front over the top flange of the case, and align the tabs with the slots in the case (Fig. 2).

• As you install the front frame to the unit be sure the vent handle is positioned

through the front in the proper location (Fig, 3).

• Carefully pull down on the front to

engage the top tabs, while pushing the front over the case to ensure

proper alignment.

• The side tabs will "click" when

front is seated.

• Install front retaining screw(s)

behind the filter and panel (Fig. 3).

• Then add filter and front panel.

Install behind the filter handle.

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FIG. 2

FIG.3

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H_vSmm,MAir Conditioner the IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONSbefore operating this appliance.

NOTE: If the air conditioner is turned off or the temperature is changed to a lower

setting then back to a higher setting the compressor will shut off. Wait 3 minutes before the compressor will restart, this allows for the pressure inside the compressor to equalize.. Failureto wait 3

minutes may cause inefficient operation.

When adjusting the temperature the fan will continue to run.

To begin operating the air conditioner, follow these steps:

1. Plug in the air conditioner. (Toprevent electrical hazards, do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.)

2. Set the exhaust vent to the CLOSED position.

3. Press "On/Off" button to turn unit on.

4. PressFan Speed "HI"

5. PressMode "COOL"

6. Press "TEMP/TIME" down v to the lowest setting "60 degrees"

7. Adjust the louvers for comfortable air flow.

8. Once the room has cooled, adjust the "TEMP/TIME" and Fan Speed to desired temperature.

Review the "Air Conditioner Features" section for other settings.

Air Conditioner Features ELECTRONIC CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote as shown below and all its functions, then follow the symbol for the functions you desire. The unit can be controlled by the touch pad alone or with the remote.

LOWERS DISPLAYS

OR TIME

TEMPERATURE/TIME

REMOTE CONTROL

FAN

RAISES

ON OR OFF

OR TIMES

SETS HOUR_

Slip battery cover off and pull the piece of plastic from between the battery end and the connector.

PIECE

Air Conditioner Features

(continued)

STEP 1 -- TO TURN UNIT ON: YOU WILL SEE:

DO THIS:

PRESSON/OFF

PAD

STEP 2 -- TO CHANGE

TEMPERATURE SETTING:

DO THIS:

PRESSTO RAISE

PRESSTO LOWER

YOU WILL SEE:

Note: Tap or hold either up(A) or down(v) button until the desired temperature is seen in screen. This temperature will be automatically maintained anywhere between 60F (16C) and 90F (32C). If you want the display to read the actual room temperature, see step 5.

STEP 3 -- TO CHANGE

FAN SPEEDS:

DO THIS:

;ELECTFOR WHICHEVER YOU PREFER

YOU WILL SEE (WHICHEVER

YOU HAVE CHOSEN):

STEP 4 -- TO USE

AUTO COOL FEATURE:

_RESSAUTO

DO THIS: I

COOL

YOU WILL SEE:

Note: The fan speed will begin in HI, then adjust to MED and LO as the room temperature conditions dictate. For example, if the room doesn't get too warm it will stay at LO. If the room temperature rises quickly, such as a door being opened, it will automatically go to HI speed. The fan speeds will readjust back to LOas the room returns to the original set temperature..

Air Conditioner Features

(continued)

STEP 5 -- TO OPERATE

ON FAN ONLY:

DO THIS:

PRESSON

(if not running)

PRESS

FAN ONLY

Note: Usethis function only when cooling is not desired, such as 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 prefen

During this function, the display will show the actual current temperature, not the set temperature as in the cooling mode.

STEP 6 -- TO USE THE

ENERGY SAVER FEATURE: YOU WILL SEE:

YOU WILL SEE:

DO THIS:

PRESS

ENERGYSAVER

Note: In this mode, when the compressor shuts off, the fan will continue to run for another 3 minutes, then shut off until cooling isneeded, as sensed by the room temperature control. During this time, it may come on for 3 minutes to sense whether cooling is needed, then it will go off for 10 minutes. It will continue doing this to sample the room air for as long as necessary.

STEP 7 -- TIMER-DELAY

STOP FEATURE

DO THIS:

PRESS

(if unit is not

running)

PRESS

YOU WILL SEE:

Note: The unit must be running to make this setting. Proceed as in step 9 to change the desired number of hours, before the control will time out and turn off.

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