Gibson FAK085Q7V1, FAK085Q7V2, FAK104Q1V1, FAK104Q1V2, FAK124Q1V1 Installation Guide
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installation instructions
For Slider Casement Air Conditioners
NOTE: These instructions describe installation in a typical wood framed window with a wood SLIDE-BY sash,
or installation in a metal CASEMENT window. Modification may be necessary when installing in windows made
differently than those shown in these instructions.
A high window accessory kit is available for window heights up to 62" (1575mm). Part # EA103W.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SUBJECT PAGE
Meeting Electrical Requirements 1
Electrical Connection 2
Preparing For Installation 2
Installing Unit in a Sliding Window 4
Alternate Window Jamb Applications 7
Installing Unit in a Casement Window 8
Meeting Electrical Requirements
OBSERVE ALL LOCAL GOVERNING CODES
AND ORDINANCES.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
REMOVETHE POWER SUPPLY CORD
GROUNDING PRONG.
NOTE: If codes permit, and a separate
grounding wire is used; it is recommended that a
qualified electrician determine that the grounding
path is adequate and not interrupted by plastic,
non-metallic gaskets, or other insulating materials.
RECEPTACLE WIRING
Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of 14
gauge. Use copper wire only. It is your responsibility
to provide proper and adequate receptacle wiring,
installed by a qualified electrician.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
A 115 volt (103.5 minimum, 126.5 maximum), 60
Hertz, AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply
is required. Atime delay fuse or time delay circuit
breaker is also required. A separate circuit, serving
only this appliance, MUST be provided.
P/N 220215A055
Electrical Connection
Electrical ground is required on this appliance.
Recommended grounding method:
For your personal safety, this appliance must be
grounded. This air conditioner includes a power
supply cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. To
minimize possible electrical shock hazard:
-cord must be plugged into a mating 3-prong
grounding-type wall receptacle,
-must be grounded in accordance with
National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70-
latest version) and
-all local codes and ordinances.
If a mating 3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle is
not available, it is the responsibility of the consumer
to have a properly grounded 3-prong wall receptacle
installed by a qualified electrician.
Preparing for Installation
3 Prong
Grounding Plug
3 Prong
Grounding Type
Wall Receptacle
Grounding
prong
Power Supply Cord
(6 feet long)
Installation Tips
For wood-frame casement windows: It may be
necessary to construct a frame, using at least 1-inch
thick wood, with a 15-1/2-inch wide opening.
For brick or cement building construction: It may
be necessary to put a wood stool strip under AC, for
mounting purposes.
Tools Required
• Flat-head screwdriver
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Carpenter's level
• Tape measure
• Fine tooth saw
• Electric or hand drill
• Knife and scissors
• Pencil
1. Make sure you have all the necessary parts.
Installation kit contents:
1. Platform (1)
2. Support brace (1)
3. Adjustment bolt (1)
4. Hex flange nut - 1/4" (1)
5. Track seal (1)
6. Side channel seal (1)
7. Foam seal strip/Sash seal
8. Safety bracket (1)
9-11. Screw - #10x2-1/2" flat-head (2), OR
Screw - #10xt-3/4" pan-head (2), OR
Screw - #10xl" pan-head (2)
12. Screw- #8x3/4" pan head (6)
13. Screw- #8-32x3/4" self-threading (7)
14. Window locking bracket (1)
15. Plastic window panel (1)
16. Side channel (2)
17. Screw- #8x3/8 truss head (6)
18. Panel frame/seal assembly (1)
NOTE: Use scale below to measure length of your
screws. The scale will come in handy when
separating screws for installation.
(13ram)
IDENTIFY SCREWS 1/2"
(25mm) (44mm) (63mm)
1" 1 3/4" 2 1/2"
BY LENGT_
3/8" 3/4" 1 1/2" 2"
(10mm)(19mm) (28mm) (50mm)
2, Choose a proper sized window, as shown right.
. 15-1/2 inches minimum width
, 16-1/4 inches maximum width (for
casement windows)
. 21-1/4 inches minimum height (with
window panel retainer)
° 20-5/16 inches minimum height
(window panel retainer removed)
, 39-7/16 inches maximum height
NOTE: Height measurement must be of a clear
opening above mounting platform. In some cases,
due to a variety of stop and track arrangements, the
above dimensions may vary slightly. If necessary,
installation can be made by alternating window
jambs. (See Alternate Window Jamb Applications.)
(continued)
15/2 inches
-_ minimum
width
k
16/4 inches
maximum
width
(casement
windows)
20 %6inches
minimum
height
39 7/_6inches
maximum
Hight /
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