FFRA082ZA1
Installation Instructions
READ BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT
BK Window Mounting (6,000 - 8,000 BTU)
INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND CAUTION
Carefully read the installation manual before beginning.
be exposed:
Carefully inspect location where air conditioner will be installed. Be sure it will support the weight of the unit over an extended
period of time.
NOTE:
the best way to store unit during winter, or when not
in use.
Top Rail Hardware
Qty.
4
Top Rail
Before installing, the top rail must be assembled on the unit.
Top Rail
1
Fig. B
Fig. B
Mounting Hardware Qty.
(For Wooden windows)
(For Vinyl-Clad windows)
weather seals
window sash seal foam 1
Drill (If pilot holes are needed)
Fig. C
7
2
2
1
5
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1
Installation
LEFT + RIGHT FILLER PANEL ASSEMBLY
NOTE:
Top Rail and Side Panels at each side are offset to provide the proper pitch to the rear. This is
necessary for proper condensed water utilization and drainage. If you are not using the Side Panels for any
reason, this pitch to the rear must be maintained!
Place unit on floor, a bench or a table. There is a Left and Right side Filler Panels - be sure to use the proper
panel for each side. When installed, the flange for securing the panel in place to the window sill will be facing
into the room.
A. Hold the side Panel in one hand and gently pull back the center to free the open end. See FIG. 1.
B. Slide the free end “T” section of the panel directly into the cabinet as shown in FIG. 2. Slide the panel down. Be
sure to leave enough space to slip the top and bottom of the frame into the rails on the cabinet.
C. Once the panel has been installed on the side of the cabinet, make sure it sits securely inside the frame channel by
making slight adjustments. Slide the top and bottom ends of the frame into the top and bottom rails of the cabinet. See
FIG. 3.
D. Slide the panel all the way in and repeat on the other side.
FIG. 2 FIG. 3FIG. 1
“T” section
Top Rail
Cut the seal foam(adherent type) into proper length. Then stick the seal foam at the lower part of the window frame.
Your air conditioner is designed to install in standard double hung windows with opening widths of 22 to 36 inches
(558 mm to 914 mm) (FIG. 4A & FIG. 4B)
Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear vertical opening of 13.25 inches (337 mm ). Side louvers and the rear
of the air conditioner must have clear air space to allow enough airflow through the condenser, for heat removal. The rear
of the unit must be outdoors, not inside a building or garage.
Fig. 4A
INNER
WINDOW SILL
INTERIOR
WALL
SEAL FOAM
22" to 36"
(558 mm to 914mm)
13.25" min
(337 mm)
Wooden Windows
Fig. 4B
INNER
WINDOW SILL
Storm Window:
If the air conditioner is blocked by Storm Window, add wood as
shown in FIG. 5, or remove storm window before air conditioner
is installed.
If Storm Window Frame must remain, be sure the drain holes or
slots are not caulked or painted shut. Accumulated Rain Water
or Condensation must be allowed to drain out.
Storm window
frame or other
obstruction.
Bottom Rail
SEAL FOAM
1-1/2” min
(38 mm)
22" to 36"
(558 mm to 914mm)
13.25" min
(337 mm)
Vinyl-Clad Windows
SASH
FIG. 5
Board
thickness as
required, for
proper pitch to
rear, along
entire sill.
Fasten with
nails or screws.
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