Gibson FAM18EQ2A1, FAM18EQ2A2, GAM154Q1A1, GAM154Q1A2, GAM183Q1A1 Installation Guide
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Installation Instructions
For Heavy Duty (FAS Models) and
Median (FAM Models) Air Conditioners
Please read ALL instructions before installing. Two people are
recoJrmaended to install this product. If a new electrical outlet
is required, have the outlet installed by a qualified electrician
beJbre installing unit. See#5 in Preliminary Instructions
following.
Preliminary Instructions
Do the following belbre starting to install unit. Se_ illnstrations
below_
Check dimensions of your unit to determine model bpe:
Heavy duty (FAS) Median (FAM)
Unit Height: 18 5/8" 17 5/8'
Unit Width: 26 ½" 23 ½"
Min. Window Operdng: 19" 18 _'_"
Min. Window Width: 31" 26 V2"
Max. Window Width: 43" 40 %"
3/4" LONG HEX H,EAD
SCREW
FRAME
ASSEMBLY
/LEFT1
SEAL-BOTTON RALTO UNiT
WINDOW SASH SEAL
1. Check window opening size - the motmting parts fimfislaed
with tiffs air conditioner are made to install in a wooden
sill double-htmg window. The standard parts are for
window dimensions listed above. Open sash to a minimmn
of 19"(483mm). (FIG 1)
2, Check condition of window - all wood parts of window
nmst be in good shape and able to firml 3 hold the needed
screws. If not, make repairs betbre installing unit.
FIG. 1
SASH
t
19" MIN
1t2" MIN /
,_ ........ _L
BOLT S[LLANGLE
3, Check your storm windows - if your storm w:indow
frame does not allow the clearance required, correct by
adding a piece of wood as shown in FIG. 2, or by relnovmg
storm window while room air conditioner is being installed.
(continued)
FIG. 2 _SASH
BRACKET
t
19" MIN.
I
1/2" MIN ',1 1/2" MIN. I
, I
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
I_f /BOARDTH,C_NESS_S
I L._._-S REQUIRED,ALONS
I _ EmIRESTOOLFASTEN
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR WITH TWO NAILS OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION SCREWS.
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4. CHECK FORANYTHING THAT COULD BLOCK
AIRFLOW - check area outside of window for tldngs
such as shrubs, trees, or awrdngs. Inside, be sure
furniture, drapes, or blinds wifl not stop proper airflow:
5. Check the available electrical service - power sut_ly must
be the same as that shown on the unit serial nameplate,
(See Owner's Guide for serial plate location.) Power cord
is 48"loug. Be sure you have an outlet near.
All rnodels have a 3-prong service plug to provide proper
service and safe positive groudiug. Do not change plug in
any way. Do not use an adapter plug. It'your present wall
outlet does not match your plug, call a qualified electrician
to make the needed change.
NN#,I_: Avoid fire hazard or electric
shock. Do not use an extension oord or an
adaptor plug. Do notremove any prongfrom
the power cord.
Tools Req uired
%/ a la_e flat blade screwdriver
_/ tape measure
%/ adjustable wrench or pfiers
%/ pencil
%/ Level
%/ Socketwrenches
-./ Phillips screwdriver
Hardware (in plastic bag)
Washer Head
LockingScrew
For window panels
3/4" Long Hex-
Head Screw
Qty.
2
3
Grounding type wall
receptacle
/6"0 not, under an'y_\
Nremo_
Power supply cord
with 3-prong grounding
plug and current
detection device
cut,
6. Carefully unpack air conditioner - remove all packing
material. Protect floor or carpet from damage. Two
people should be _Lsedto move and i_stall unit.
Safety Lock
1/2"Long Screw
and Locknut
3/4" Long Flat
Head Bolt and
Locknut
Sill Angle Bracket
Long hex-head
locking screw for
top angle, side
retainer 5/16"
Long
4 ea.
2 ea.
2
fO
2
Window Mounting
Remove Chassis
1,
Pull down front panel and remove filter. (See FIG. 1).
2.
Lift front upwards and place to one side.
3, Locate the four front screws and remove. These screw's will
be needed to re-install the front later. (See FIG: 2).
4. Pry away front from cabinet sides as per photo (See FIG. 3).
51 Gently lift front offunit and place to one side (See FIG. 4).
6. Remove shipping crews from top &unit and also on the side
by the base if installed.
7. Hold the cabinet while pulling on the base handle, and care-
fillly remove the unit.
8. Addtwo foam inserts t,oholes in top of cabinet where
shipping screws were removed from.
IL! Install Top Angle
mm
1. Attach foam gasket to top angle above holes as
2, Install top
and Side Bracket
shown in FIG. 6.
FIG. 6
angle and
side retainers
to cabinet as
shown in FIG. 6.
Assemble Window
Filler Panels
1. Place cabinet on floor, a bench, or atable.
2. Slide "I" section of window filler panel into side retainer
on the side of the cabinet (see Figures 7-8). Do both
sides.
FIG. 7
PLASTIC V_NDOW FILLER
FRAME PANEL
9,
Your unit may come with internal packaging. THIS
PACKAGING MUST BE REMOVED PRIOR TO
INSTALLING THE AIR CONDITIONER BACK
INTO THE CABINET. (See FIG. 5).
FIG, 8
AIR CO_ioNER
"1" SECTION
SIDE
RETAINER
WINDOW HOLE
FILLER
PANEL
PLASTIC
FRAME
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