Kenmore 25378258890, 25378055891, 25378055890 Owner’s Manual

Record Your Model and Serial Numbers .............. Cover
important Safety Instructions ....................................... 2
Energy Saving Ideas ...................................................... 2
How and Why ................................................................ 3
Normal Sound .............................................................. 3
Front Instaltati n ....................................................... 4-5
Using the Air ( )nditioner ............................................. 6
Air Conditioner Features ........................................... 6-7
Care and Cleaning ..................................................... 7-8
Routine Maintenance .................................................... 9
Before You Call For Service ......................................... 10
Warranty ...................................................................... 11
Sears Service ...................
Read and Save These Instructions
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers Record in the space provided beiow the model and serial numbers The seria! plate is located behind the left front louvers
Reading the numbers may be easier by using a flashlight or by removing the cabinet front as instructed under "Care and
Cleaning," On some models, the serial plate is located on the outside of the cabinet
Model Number: Serial Number:
Purchase Date:
Sears, Roebuck and Co,, Hoffrnan Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
P/N 30900081t (9712)
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 walt receptac/
lass
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 Read product 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: o Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen
o If the air conditioner-is to be installed in a window, you wilt 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
o Be sure the air conditioner has been securely and correctly installed
according to the separate installation instructions provided with this manual
Savethis manual and installation instructions for possible future use in removing or reinstalling this unit.
o 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 isimportant The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards
o Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle If
the wall receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded ol
protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle
o 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
a The capacity of the room air conditioner must fit the room size for efficient
and satisfactory operation
o 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
o Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains or furniture; or outside with
shrubs, enclosures, or other buildings,
o 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 windows closed during the sunniest part of the
day
Clean the air filter as recommended in the section "Care and Cleaning." o Proper insulation and weather stripping in your home will help keep warm
air out and cool air-in
o External house shading with trees, plants or awnings will help reduce the air
conditioner's work load.
a Operate heat producing appliances such as ranges, washers, dryers and
dishwashers during the coolest part of the day
How and Why
Normal Sounds
Your room air conditioner provides the following functions to make hot weather living more comfortable:
Cools and circulates room air
Lowers humidity by removing excess moisture, = Filters out 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 tllen passes over a cooling coil
which refrigerates the air and removes excess moisture The same air is then returned to the room-- cooler, drier and cleaner Moisture removed from the room air is carried to the outside and evaporated
Your air conditioner is designed to be easy to operate and to provide plenty of cooling power
Fan
You may tnearair movement from the fan
Thermostat As the cooling system
the thermostat may click
Compressor The hgh efficiency
compressor may have a high pitched hum or pulsating noise that cycles on and off.
Unit Vibration
The unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor
wall or window construction
Condenser
may hear droplets of
water hitting the condenser
causing a "pinging or clicking" sound
Front mnstalaation
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Installing Bottom Rail Seal (some models) FIG. 1
Some models are shipped in a removable sleevethat must be positioned properly for safe and efficient sealing. Follow the Installation Instructions supplied To install the Bottom Rail Seal, position the seal on top of the bottom rail, flush with the front edge of the rail and in contact with the side seats
Manual Vertical Louver Adjustment (side air discharge)
Complete this adjustment before installing front panel
1. Adjust the vertical louvers to the straight position by using the handle
2 The dial prate and knobs are packed separately To install them, refer to
Installing the Dial Plate and Front Frame section on the next page
Installing Bottom RailSeat
FIG. 1
Vertical Louver "x_
Unit Cover
Screw
_""-_ Screw
Horizontal Louvers Front Panel
Front Installation - Side Air Discharge
FIG. 2
Front Installation - Some Side Air Discharge Models (FIG. 2)
Install the front panel with filter as follows:
1 Adjust the horizontal louvers to the straight position. Hold the front
straight until the vertical louver handle lines up between the bottom
horizontal louver and the discharge opening
2 Pressthe front straight onto the cabinet until the holes in the flange of the
plastic front line up with the screw holes in the metal cabinet. Fasten the
front panel in place with the two screws provided
Installing the Vent Control (on some models) FIG. 3
The vent control handle is included in the decorative front kit The handle
must be installed before the decorative front is attached See FIG 3
1 Insert the handle with tile tab facing the right 2 Snap the slot of the clear actuator strip over handle tab 3 PRESSstrip in place from the back of the tab, as shown below, until tab
"clicks" into position
4 Move handle in and out to be sure vent is operating properly If not, repeat
above procedure until vent operates properly
Vent Pull
Tab
Press Here
Place Clear Pia! l
Strip Over Tab On Vent Pull
Installing Vent control
FIG 3
4
Front Unstallation
(continued)
Installing Dial Plate and Front Frame
Some models require installation of the dial plate and the front panel of the air conditioner, To assemble the unit, follow these steps
STEP 1: REMOVE PANEL FROM FRONT FRAME:
Frame
Front Frame
Panel
A,, Putl top of panel away from front frame
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B. Pull bottom of panel straight out and away from front frame.
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STEP 2: INSTALL DIAL PLATE AND BUTTONS OR KNOBS:
If dial plate has clear protective film, peel off carefully Do not scratch surface
Installing Dial Plate
Remove control knobs from frontkit (some models)
= Carefully remove protective film from
front of dial plate (some models)
Line up holes on dial plate with correct control stems and push diai plate to
control panel surface
Install control knobs on protruding stems
STEP 3: INSTALL FRONT FRAME TO UNIT:
Depending on your model, fasten front retaining screws on both sides of unit, or
fasten screws to unit through holes in frame
NOTE: On models requiring
panel removal from front
frame (STEP t), after fastening
the frame to the unit, reassemble
the panel with the filter
If the unit has a screw in this location, remove and discard before
installing front
Panel
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Flange
n some models, align bottom
/frame flanges onto springs, and f press down as you push top
frame flanges int___oothe unit
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Unit Spring
Decorative Front (some models)
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
o Carefully pull down on the front to engage the top tabs,
while pushing the front over the case to ensure
proper aIignment
- The side tabs will "click" when front is seated o Install front retaining screw at the bottom of the front
Using the Air Conditioner
NOTE: If the air conditioner isturned off, wait 3 minutes before restarting, This allows pressure inside the compressor to equalize Failure to follow these instructions may cause inefficient operation.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the
IMPORTANT SAFETYINSTRUCTIONSbefore operating this appliance
To begin operating the air conditioner, follow these steps:
1 Plug in the air conditioner. (To prevent electrica! hazards, do not use an
extension cord or an adapter plug )
2. Setthe exhaust vent to the CLOSEDposition.. 3 Set the TEMP Control to the coolest setting
4. Setthe fan control at the highest level. 5 Adjust the louvers for comfortable air flow 6 Once the room has cooled, select the POWERSAVERMODE and/or adjust the
TEMP Control to the setting you find most comfortable.
Review the "Air Conditioner Features" section for other settings
Air Conditioner Features
OPEN CLOSE
HIGH FAN
COOL ONLY
MED POWER
COOL SAVER
VENT
MODE
OFF
LOW
COOL
TEMP
e 5 e
o o
1 9
COOLER
(some models)
The controls featured in this manual are representational of the many models
available Your model may took slightly different
TEMP Control The TEMP Control serves as the thermostat to set the degree of room
coolness Turn the knob clockwise from t to 9 to increase the cooling temperature
COOL MODES When in one of the COOL settings, the air conditioner runs al! the time,
circulating the air Cooling starts only if the room temperature rises above the coolness level selected on the TEMP Control, and stops once the set coolness
level is reached This setting gives the most even room temperatures
POWER SAVER MODE (some models)
The POWERSAVER MODE can save energy In this setting, the fan will not run
unless the TEMP Control is set colder than the room temperature When the
TEMP Control isset colder than room temperature, the air conditioner wilt
begin to circulate the air in the room Cooling will begin in about 3 minutes
The air conditioner turns off automatically when the room reaches the level of
coolness selected HIGH COOL is for fast cooling, MED COOL is for' normal cooling, and LOW COOL is for-quiet cooling
HEAT (some models)
The HEAT selection provides quiet, efficient circulation of warm air Turn the
selector' to the HEAT setting and set the thermostat to the warmest setting
When the HEAT setting is selected, the thermostat maintains the temperature
by automatically turning the heater on and off in response to room tempera-
ture Once the room iswarm, adjust the thermostat to a cooler setting. The fan runs continuously to circulate air in the room
FAN COOL
OFF
LOW LOW
HiGH H_IGH
HEAT
HEATControl (somemodels)
MODE
OFF
HIGH FAN
COOL ONLY
COOL SAVER
LOW
COOL
POWER
6
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TEMP CLOSED l
COOLER
Side Air Model Control Panel
VENT
EXHAUST
HEAVYDUTY
Air Conditioner Features
(continued)
Vent Control - Some Models
A slight heat odor may come from the unit when first switching to HEAT after the cooling season is over This odor, caused by fine dust particles on the
heater, wilt disappear quickly
Vent Control
The Vent Control allows the air conditioner to either recirculate inside air (CLOSED)or exhaust air to the outside (OPEN),
The CLOSEDposition is used when maximum cooling is desired It may also be used for air recirculation without cooling when the air conditioner isset
in the FAN position,
o The OPENposition removes stale air from the room and exhausts it to the
outside. Freshair isdrawn into the room through normal air passages found in homes
. The OPENor CLOSEDposition can be used with any fan selection. o For compact models, push the slide in to CLOSE, pull out to OPEN,
Air Directional Louvers
The air directional louvers control the air flow direction Adjust louvers up, down, left or right The outside tabs adjust the air up or down, The center
levers direct the air left or right
Care and Cneaning
Remove Knobs
Locking
Tabs
Remove
Screw_3_.
Press firmly on each side of case to release locking tabs
Figuret
RemovingDecorativeFront- SomeModels
Front Retaining
Screws
Clean your air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking new Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards
Decorative Front and Dial Plate Removal:
!, Unplug power cord from the wall outlet
2 Remove knobs by pulling firmly, and then remove dial plate Remove front
retaining screw from the front (see Figure 1 or 2 for screw location, which-
ever is similar to your model)
3 Pressfirmly on each side of the metal case close to the front, approximately
half way down for Figure 1; or for Figure 2, two-thirds of the way down
from the top of the front,
4 While pressing on the sides of the metal case, gently pull the front out and
lift up to release it from the case
To Reinstall the Front:
Proper reinstallation of decorative front is important for both safety and
performance
I Position the top of the decorative front on the top flange of the case and
align the tabs on the front with the slots in the case.
2 Carefully pull down on the front to engage the top tabs while pushing the
front over the case to ensure proper alignment The side locking tabs will
"click" when the front is properly installed
3 Install the front retaining screw (see Figure t or 2 for screw location,
whichever is similar to your model)
4, install the knobs by aligning them with their shafts and pushing firmly into
place
Figure 2
SliderCasement Front
Care and CBeaning
continued)
Figure 3
Figure 4
Air Filter Cleaning
The air filter should be checked at least once a month to see if cleaning is
necessary Trapped particles in the filte_ can build up and cause an accumulation
of frost on the cooling coits These conditions reduce cooling capacity There are two types of filters: the rigid filter and the floppy filter
Models with rigid filters allow you to remove the filter without removing
front:
o When the filter or filter tab is visible on front of unit, grasp the filter located
behind the front panel and pull Or, gently pull the top of the front panel toward you, pivoting it away from the cabinet Pull the filter up and out by
grasping the tabs on the filter frame (Figure 3)
° On some models, push the vent control handle to the CLOSED position Lift the
filter straight up and out (Figure 4)
Six-way louver models have a slide out filter Grasp the formed handle of the filter and pull it to the left, removing it from the front panel (Figure 7)
For models with floppy filters: ° Removethe front retaining screw on each side of the cabinet with a standard #2
Phillips screwdriver Pushthe front down and pull toward you to releasethe front from its retaining lock (Figure 5) Pullthe filter from its recess (Figure 6)
Wash filter using a liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water Rinse filter thoroughly Gently shake excess water from the filter Dry filter thoroughly before
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replacing
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Cabinet Cleaning
o Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard The
cabinet and front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or washed with a cloth dampened in a solution of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing detergent
Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry
o Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front o Be sure to wring excess water from the cloth before wiping around the controls
Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the air conditioner
The cabinet front can be removed for more thorough cleaning Refer to "Front
Installation" in this manual and figures 1 and 2 on previous page
o Clean the front in a sink using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm
water Rinse thoroughly and dry Be careful not to disturb soft seals on the front
o Replace the cabinet front Replace the screws or hex nuts o Replace the front panel and filter Plug in the air conditioner
Figure 6
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Routine Maintenance Winter Storage
If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter, remove it carefully from
the window according to the installation instructions Cover it with plastic or return it to the original carton NOTE: To prevent rust or electrical
connections from being damaged, store air conditioner in an upright position and a dry place. A winter cover can be purchased from your dealer
Thecover will protect the air conditioner when it is left in place through the winter
_i_ Before performing any service, unplug the power cord
from the electrical outlet.
After servicing, reverse the following procedures to reinstall the air conditioner.
Cleaning the Cabinet Front
Removethe front panel Wash with warm, sudsywater, Rinseand dry with a soft cloth Never usesolvents, cleaning fluids, abrasive cleaners or strong detergents, If
the packaging leavesa gum residue, remove with a cloth dipped in rubbing
alcohol
Repairing Paint Damage
Inspect weather-exposed parts (cabinet shell, mounting hardware, if used, etc )
once or twice a year, especiallyin areasnear oceans or where rust is a problem, If
needed, touch up with a good grade of exterior paint
Cleaning Inside the Air Conditioner
No Liquid should get into the motor, electrical control box, or
compressor electrical terminals.
!. Remove front panel
2 With help and using the proper lifting methods to avoid personal injury,
remove the chassisfrom cabinet shell,* When removing the air conditioner from cabinet shell or window, there may be water inside the base that may spill on the floor Becareful to avoid cuts from sharp metal
fins on the front and rear coils
3, Liquids should not get into electrical parts Wrap the fan motor, electrical
control box, and electrical terminals in plastic. This will keep water or other liquid from getting inside where it could damage the insulation and
cause serious trouble.
4 Clean and hose out base, coils, and water pans,,Clean at least once a year
or more often if the coils and pans collect dirt, sand, leaves, algae, or insects
5 After cleaning, remove plastic protection Wait 24 hours before starting
the unit again This allows time for all areas to dry out.
NOTE: Water from rainfall or from normal use does not harm these
components since the water is not as forcefully driven into parts as a stream of water from a garden hose
*HANDLE NOTE: If the air conditioner has a chassis handle, it is NOT intended for lifting the unit It is for sliding the chassis WITHIN the cabinet shell only (to aid in
cleaning, maintenance, etc)
Before You CaRlfor Service...
Before calling for service, review this list, It may save you time and expense
This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective
workmanship or materials in this appliance
OCCURRENCE
Air conditioner wilt not operate.
Air from unit does not feel cold enough°
Air conditioner cooling, but room is too warm - - iceforming on cooling coil behind decorative
front.
SOLUTION
Wall plug disconnected Push plug firmly into wall outlet
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit
breaker
MODE selector in OFF position Turn MODE selector to the desired COOL setting
Unit turned off by moving TEMP Control to a warmer setting and then immediately turning back to a colder setting Wait approximately 3 minutes Listen for' compressor to start
Unit turned off and then on too quickly Turn unit off and wait 3 minutes before restarting
TEMP Control set warmer than room temperature Turn TEMP Control clockwise to a colder
setting
Turn selector to a higher COOL position
TEMP Control set too warm Turn TEMP Control clockwise to a colder setting
Room temperature below 70°F (2!°C) Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 70°F (21 °C)
Temperature sensing tube touching cold coil, located behind air filter Straighten tube away from coil
Outdoor temperature below 70F (21°C) To defrost the coil, set selector to FAN position Then, turn TEMP Control clockwiseto a warmer setting
Air filter may be dirty Clean filter Refer to Care and Cleaning section To defrost, set selector to FAN
TEMP CONTROL set too cold for night-time cooling To defrost the coil, set selector to a FAN position Then, set TEMP CONTROL to a warmer position
Air'conditioner' cooling, but room is
Dirty air filter--air restricted Clean air filter Refer to Care and Cleaning section
too warm -- NO iceforming on cooling coil behind decorative
TEMP Control set too warm Turn TEMP Control clockwise to a colder setting
front.
Vent set at OPEN position Set vent at CLOSED position for maximum cooling Air directional louvres positioned improperly Position Iouvres for better air distribution
Front of unit is blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc -- restricts air distribution Clear blockage in front of unit
Doors, windows, registers, etc open --cold air escapes Close doors, windows, registers,
etc
Unit recently turned on in hot room Allow additional time to remove "stored heat" from walls, ceiling, floor and furniture
Air conditioner turns on and off Outside temperature extremely hot Select HIGH COOL MODE to bring air past cooling coils
rapidly more frequently
Noise when unit is cooling° Air movement sound This is normal If too loud, turn selector to lower FAN setting
Sound of fan hitting water-moisture removal system This is normal when humidity is high Close doors, windows and registers
Window vibration--poor installation Refer to installation instructions or check with installer
Water dripping INSIDE when unit is Improper installation Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage cooling. Refer to installation instructions--check with installer
Water dripping OUTSIDE when unit Unit removing large quantity of moisture from humid room This is normal during
is cooling, excessively humid days
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Warranty
WARRANTY Full One-Year Warranty on Air Conditioner
For one year from date of purchase, when this air conditioner is operated and maintained for normal room cooling according to the instructions in this owner's manual, Searswill repair it, free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship
Full Five-Year Warranty on Sealed Refrigeration System
Forfive years from the date of purchase, when this air conditioner is operated and maintained for normal room cooling according to instructions in this owner's manual, Searswil! repair the sealed refrigeration system (consisting of refrigerant, connecting tubing, and compressor), free of charge, if defective in
material or workmanship
Warranty Service
Warranty service is available by contacting the nearest service center in the United States
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept, 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60719
Sears Service
Maintenance Agreements
"We Service What We SelF"is our assurance that you can depend on Sears for service Your Kenmore air conditioner has added value when you consider that Searshas service units nationwide, staffed with professional technicians trained on all appliances Searssells They have the knowledge and skills, tools, parts, and equipment to insure our pledge to you that "We Service What We
Sell"
Sears Maintenance Agreement Maintain the value of your air conditioner with a Sears Maintenance
Agreement Kenmore air conditioners are designed, manufactured, and tested for years of dependable operation. Yet any electrical appliance may require service from time to time The Sears Maintenance Agreement offers you an
outstanding service program for your Kenmore Air Conditioner
The Sears Maintenance Agreement
is your way to buy tomorrow's service at today's prices
Eliminates repair bills resulting from normal use
Allows for as many service calls as you need
o Provides an annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request to keep
your Air Conditioner in proper running condition
For more information, call 1-800-827-6655
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