Kenmore 25372106100, 25371156100, 25371069101, 25371055011, 25371055010 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

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Ibis Owner's Guide provides specific operating instructions for your model. Use the air
conditioner only as instructed in this guide. These instructions are not meant to cover

every possible condition and sKuation that may occur. Common sense and caution
must be practiced when installing, operating, and maintaining any appliance.

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. The serial plate is

located on the outside of the cabinet, or behind filter at the bottom of unit, Reading

the numbers may be easier by using a flashlight or by removing the cabinet front as

instructed under "Care and Cleaning."

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Model Number:.

Serial Number:.
Purchase Date:

P/N309000829 (10/99)

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I Important Safety

Instructions

Avoid fire hazard or

electricshock. Do not usean extension

cord or an adaptor plug. Do not remove
any prong from the power cord.

Grounding type
wall receptacle

Power supply
cord with 3-prong
grounding plug

under

the

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 labelsfor flammabilityand other warnings.

Prevent Accidents

Toreduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injuryto persons when using your air

conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the following:

• Besure the electrical service isadequate for the model you have chosen.

• If the air conditioner is to be installedin 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, you may want to remove the screen completely before
installation,

• Be surethe air conditioner hasbeen securely and correctly installed according to
the separate installation instructions provided with this manual Savethis manual

and installationinstructions for possiblefuture use in removing or reinstalling this
unit.

* When handling the air conditioner, becareful to avoid cuts from sharpmetal fins

on front and rear coils.

Electrical Information

The complete electricalrating 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 ina properly grounded wall receptacle. If the

wall receptacle you intend to use isnot 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.Thiscould result
in mechanical damage within the air conditioner.

• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.

Energy Saving Ideas

• The capacity of the room air conditioner must fit the room size for efficientand
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.

• Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains or furniture; or outside with
shrubs, enclosures, or other buildings.

• 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. (Thiswill also improve the RemoteControl operation.)

• 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.

How and Why

Your room air conditioner provides the following functions to make hot weather

living more comfortable:

• Cools and circulates room air.

• Lowers humidity by removing excessmoisture.

• Filtersout summertime dust, dirt, and some airborne impurities.
The air conditioner performs these functions by drawing room air through a filter

which traps dust and dirt particles. The air then passesover a cooling coil which
refrigerates the air and removes excessmoisture. The same air is then returned to

the room -- cooler, drier and cleaner, Moisture removed from the room air iscarried
to the outside and evaporated.

Your air conditioner is designed to be easy to operate and to provide plenty of
cooling power.

Normal Sounds

At the front of the unit,
you may hear the sound
of rushing air being moved

by the fan.

Sound

As coeling systemscycle on
and off, you may hear a

"clicking" sound.

High Pitched Chal_en

Today's high efficient
compressors may have a

high pitched chatter during

the cooling cycle.

Cur,]e/Hiss
"Gurgling or hissing"

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

operation.

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Unit may vibrate and make
noise because of poor wall

or window construction or

incorrect installation.

Pln#in# or SwJshi_#

Droplets of water hitting

I condenser during normal

operation may cause

"pinging or swishing"

sounds.

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 isincluded in the decorative front kit. The handle must be

installed before the decorative front is attached.

1. Insert the handle with the "etchings (VendA2r)" facing to the left

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

3. For ease of assembly, push the handle in while pressing the door extension
against the foam until the two pieces Jock 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 thesesteps. 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 (Fig. 1).

Note: If you have a 15,000 Btu or
larger model before installing the front

frame please remove and discard the
shipping screw at the top right end of

the coil. After installing the front
frame use the screws in the kit to

secure the frame to the unit.

STEP 1: INSTALL DECORATIVE FRONT TO CABINET:
Decorative Front

• Loosen the screw to the left of the Electronic Control by 1/2 turn

to easily install the 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 "crick" when front is seated.

• Install front retaining screw(s) behind the filter and panel (Fig. 3).

• Then add filter and front panel.

HANDLE

SCREWS

VENT

FIG.1

FIG.2

FIG.3