Owner's Manual
Manual del Propietario
®
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE DE VENTANA
Model, Modelo 580. 75101
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................2
Features ................................................. 10
WARRANTY ..............................................2
SAFETY .....................................................3
Important Safety Instructions ...................... 3
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS .......4
INSTALLING THE POWER CORD....4
INSTALLATION ........................................5
Installation Requirements ......................... 5
installation ................................................ 6
How to Install ............................................ 6
Removal from Window ................................. 8
OPERATION .............................................9
How and Why ........................................... 9
Normal Sounds ........................................ 9
Capacity and Running Time ..................... 9
Using the Air Conditioner ....................... 10
Display ................................................... 11
Remote Control ...................................... 12
MAINTENANCE .....................................13
Air Filter Cleaning ................................... 13
Air Conditioner Cleaning ........................ 13
How to Remove the Front Gdlle .................. 13
How to Replace the Front Grille .................. 13
TROUBLESHOOTING .........................14
Before Calling for Service ...................... 14
ESPANOL ................................................15
MASTER PROTECTION
AGREEMENTS ......................................31
SERVICE NUMBERS ............ Back Cover
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this
air conditioner is operated and maintained for
normal room cooling according to the instructions in
this owner's manual, Sears will repair this air
conditioner, free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON
SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, when this
air conditioner is operated and maintained for
normal room cooling according to the instructions in
this owner's manual, Sears will repair the sealed
refrigeration system (consisting of refrigerant,
connecting tubing, and compressor), free of charge,
if defective in material or workmanship.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY
CONTACTING SEARS SERVICE AT
1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.
Warranty coverage applies only to air conditioners
used for non-commercial, private household
purposes.
This warranty applies only while this product is in
use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other right which vary from state
to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your room air conditioner to avoid harm to yourself or
damage to your ROOM 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:
• Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the
model you have chosen.
• If the air conditioner is to be installed in 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 sure the air conditioner has been securely and
correctly installed according to the separate
installation instructions provided with this manual.
Save this manual and installation instructions for
possible future use in removing or reinstalling this
unit.
• Use gloves when handling the air conditioner.
Be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on
front and rear coils.
V.'_r_vl-'1;t_ll_[qELECTRICAL 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 is important. The power cord is
equipped with a three-prong grounding plug for
protection against shock hazards.
• Your air conditioner must be plugged into in a
properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall
receptacle you intend to use is not 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 a protective
covering. This could result in mechanical damage
within the air conditioner.
• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter
plug.
_ Avoid fire hazard or electric shock.
Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
Do not remove any prong from the power cord.
grounding
plug
Power su
cord
][[_ _m_ -prong
gt;peUndi_lg
receptacle
prong
ENERGY SAVINGIDEAS
• The capacity of the room air conditioner must fit
the room size for efficient and 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 conditioner flow inside with blinds,
curtains, or furniture, or outside with shrubs,
enclosures, or other buildings.
• Close the floor and wall registers and the fireplace
damper so cool air does not escape up the
chimney or into the duct work.
• Keep blinds and drapes in other windows closed
during the sunniest part of the day.
• Clean the air filter as recommended in the
MAINTENANCE section of this manual.
• Proper insulation and weather 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.
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OBSERVEALL LOCALCODESANDORDINANCES.
DONOT, UNDERANY CIRCUMSTANCES,REMOVE
THE POWERSUPPLYCORDGROUNDPRONG.
ELECTRICALGROUNDISREQUIREDONTHIS
APPLIANCE.
For230/208volt60 Hz,AC only, 15Afused and
properlygroundedelectricalsupplyis required.A time
delayfuseor time delaycircuitbreakeris
recommended.Useadedicatedcircuit,servingonly
thisappliance.
DONOT USEAN EXTENSIONCORD.
115V- 230V-
x=J
NOTE: The shape maybe different according to its model.
Use Wall Receptacle Power Supply
3-wire grounding
Standard 125V,
receptacle rated
15A, 125V AC
Standard 250V,
3-wire grounding
receptacle r_ed
15A,250V AC
Standard 250V,
3-wire grounding
receptacle rated
20A, 250V AC
Use 15 AMP. time
delayfuse or 15 AMP.
circuit breaker.
Use 20 AMP. time
delayfuse or 20 AMP.
circuit breaker.
RECOMMENDEDGROUNDINGMETHOD
Foryourpersonalsafety,thisappliancemustbegrounded.
Thisappliancehasa powersupplycordwitha3-prong
groundingplug.Tominimizepossibleshockhazard,the
cordmustbepluggedintoamatinggroundingtypewall
receptacleandgroundedinaccordancewiththe National
ElectricalCode(ANSI/NFPA70)latesteditionandalllocal
codesandordinances.If amatingwall receptacleisnot
available,it isthe personalresponsibilityandobligationof
thecustomertohaveaproperlygrounded3-prongwall
receptacleinstalledbya qualifiedelectrician.
Powercord mayinclude a current interrupter
device. Atest and reset button is provided on the
plug case. The device should be tested on a
periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button
and thenthe RESET button. Ifthe TEST button
does nottrip or if the RESET button will not stay
engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and
contact a qualified service technician.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure tofollow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
You can choose between two methods below according to your window stool shape and preference.
USING SLIT "A"
Fasten the stopper using 1 screw holes, and lead
out the power cord through slit "A".
USING SLIT "B"
Fasten the stopper using left screw hole, and rotate
properly to lead the power cord out through slit "B".
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Your airconditionerwillinstallintostandarddoublehung
windowswith actualcleat openingwidthsof27 to 39inches
(686mmto 990mm)(FIG.1).
Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear
vertical opening of 16 inches (406mm). 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.
27"to39"q I
1116"m'n. innersilll I _ Window
f" Sash
Interi°rwall "_'_ I_ FIG.
ELECTRICAL SERVICE
Check your available electrical service. The power
supply available must be the same as that shown
on the unit nameplate (found on right side of cabinet).
All models are equipped with a 3-prong service plug
to provide proper service and safe positive
grounding. Do not change plug in any way. Do not
use an adapter plug. If your present wall outlet does
not match your plug, call a qualified electrician to
make the necessary corrections.
SAVE CARTON and this OWNER'S MANUAL for
future reference. The carton is the best way to store
unit during winter or when not in use.
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i _ Exterior
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INSTALLATION HARDWARE
FIG. 2
ITEM NAME OF PARTS Q'TY
A SIDE CURTAIN 2
B SILL SUPPORT 2
C BOLT 2
D LOCK NUT 2
E SCREW: 25/64" 13
F SCREW: 5/8" 3
G SCREW: 5/8" 5
H FOAM STRIP 1
I FOAM SEAL 1
J L BRACKET 1
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To avoid risk of personal injury, property damage,
or product damage dueto the weight of this
device and sharp edges that may be exposed:
•Air conditioners covered in this manual pose an
excessiveweight hazard. Two or more people
are needed to moveand installthe unit.
To prevent injury or strain, use proper lifting and
carrying techniques when moving unit.
• Carefully inspect location where airconditioner
will be installed. Be sure itwill support the
weight of the unit over an extended period of
time.
• Handle air conditioner with care.Wear
protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the
unit. AVOID the sharp metal fins of front and
rear coils.
• Make sure air conditioner doesnot fall during
installation.
REQUIRED TOOLS:
• Tight Fitting gloves
• Standard screwdriver
• Phillips screwdriver
• Pliers
• Sharp knife
• 3/8-inch open end wrench or adjustable wrench
• 1/4-inch hex socket and ratchet
• Tape measure
• Electric drill
• 1/4-inch drill bit
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INSTALLATION
Pick a location which will allow you to blow the cold
air into the area you want. Windows used for
installation must be strong enough to support the
weight of the air conditioner. Good installation with
special attention to the proper position of the unit
will lessen the chance that service will be needed.
When cooling more than one room, installation
location is very important. To cool your rooms, cold
air must be blown from the air conditioner in a
straight path.
Upperguide
ITEM E
Lowerguide
ITEM E FIG. 6
HOW TO INSTALL
If the air conditioner is blocked by a storm
window frame, see step 19 on page 8 before
beginning to install.
H Remove the screws which fasten the cabinet at
both sides and at the back. Save side screws.
Discard back screws.
FIG. 3
b_ Slide the unit out of the cabinet the
ase pan handle and pull forward while bracing the
cabinet.
I_1 Cut the FOAM SEAL (ITEM I) to fit the
underside of the window sash. Peel off the backing
and attach the FOAM SEAL as shown in Fig. 5.
by gripping
FIG. 4
I_Open the window. Mark a line on center of the
window inner sill.
Carefully place the cabinet on the window inner sill
and align the center of cabinet front with the center
line marked in the window inner sill.
Window sill
FIG. 7
r,_ Pull the bottom window sash down behind the
upper guide until they meet.
NOTE: Do not pull the window sash down so tightly
that the movement of side curtain is restricted.
Windowsash Upperguide
Cab::Lu_urtdn
FIG. 8
FIG. 5
D Insert the side curtain (ITEM A) into the upper
guide and lower guide of the air conditioner. Fasten
the curtains to the unit with screws (ITEM E).
W Loosely assemble the sill supports using the
parts in FIG. 9.
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_'_""_ ITEMDITEMB
ITEMC
FIG. 9
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E'_ Select the position that will place the sill supports
near the outermost point on sill (FIG. 10).
Attach the sill supports to the cabinet track hole
closest to the selected position using screw (ITEM E).
ITEM E
_qJ Attach the L BRACKET (ITEM J) with screw
(ITEM G). (FIG. 14)
_ jlTEM G
FIG. 14
Cabinet
INDOOR OUTDOOR FIG. 10
_J_ Place the sill supports with the cabinet on the
window sill's selected position.
_1_ The cabinet should be installed with a very
slight tilt (about 1/4") downward toward the outside
(FIG. 11).
Adjust the bolts and the nuts of sill supports to level
the cabinet.
.<
ITEMB FIG. 11
_1 Attach the cabinet to the inner sill by driving the
screws (ITEM F) through the Lower Guide into the
window inner sill (FIG. 12).
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TrackSash
_ _Lower Guide
I_?"_ ITEMF
ITEMB FIG. 12
_'! DRAINAGE
Be sure to insert the drain pipe into base pan before
installation.
The air conditioner must be installed with a slight tilt
(1/4") downward to the outside for proper drainage of
excess condensed water through the drain pipe.
(FIG. 15)
"_BASE PANREAR
DRAIN
_OM FIG. 15
_"'_ Slide the chassis into the cabinet.
(FIG. 16)
CAUTION: For security purposes, reinstall side
screws you removed in step 1.
Cord
Screw
Screw FIG. 16
Cut the foam strip (ITEM H) to the proper length
insert between the upper window sash and the
lower window sash. (FIG. 17)
_"_ Pull each side curtain fully to each side of
window opening.
Attach each side curtain to the window sash using
screws (ITEM G). (FIG. 13)
ITEMG
FIG. 13
_oThe vent control handle must be
re the decorative front is attached.
Pull out part (_)to align with part (_.
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FIG. 17
straightened
FIG. 18
J}TJ FRONT INSTALLATION
Install the front grille(packed separately) onto the
cabinet as follows:
• Hook upper tabs of front grille into slots on the
cabinet top. (FIG. 19)
• Push front grille's tips towards the cabinet in order
to snap side tabs into the cabinet. (FIG. 19)
• Open the inlet grille. (FIG. 20)
• Install the screw (ITEM E) through the front grille.
(FIG. 20)
• Close inlet grille. (FIG. 21)
Top of wood strip should be approximately 3/4"
higher than the storm window frame to help
condensation to drain properly to the outside.
• Install a second wood strip (approximately 6" long by
11/2"wide and same thickness as first strip) in the
center of the outer sill flush against the back of the
inner sill. Screw the L brackets into this strip.
This will raise the L bracket as shown in FIG. 22.
WOOD STRIP MOUNTED (38mm)
ON TOP OF INNER SILL _"_1 I_" 3/4" j_
"'"-_ _ I CLEARANCE T
J I / _v _ WINDOW
INNER ILBRACKET/' L FRAME
SILL I WOOD/STRIP
I FOR L BRACKET I I_
I I OUTER
% I SILL
1 1/2" min.
STORM _
INSIDEI I OUTSIDE
FIG. 22
Front Installation
ITEM E
-%
FIG. 19
Front Installation FIG. 20
Front Installation FIG. 21
_IF AIR CONDITIONER IS BLOCKED BY
STORM WINDOW FRAME
• Ifstorm window presents interference, fasten a 2"
wide wood strip to the inner window sill across the full
width of the sill. The wood strip should be thick
enough to raise the height of the window sill so that
the unit can be installed without interference from the
the storm window frame. See FIG. 22.
REMOVAL FROM WINDOW
• Turn off and unplug the air conditioner.
• Remove the front grille. See HOW TO REMOVETHE
FRONT GRILLE. Refer topage 13.
• Unscrew the side screws thatyou installed in Step 15.
• Slide the air conditioner out ofthe cabinet.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO DROP IT. Holdonto it firmly the
whole way sliding it out. Once removed, set it safety out
of the way.
• Remove the L bracket from window frame and the sash
seal from between the windows.
• Unscrew the side curtains from the window frame. Fold
them back to the sides of the cabinet.
• Remove screws attaching cabinet to inner sill. Be careful
not to let cabinet fall once screws are removed.
• Remove cabinet fromwindow opening.
• Place air conditioner into cabinet. Reinstall side screws
and Front Grille.
• Place unit and all assembly hardware in air conditioner
shipping carton, and store inclean, dry place.
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•Air conditioners covered in this manual pose an
excessive weight hazard. Twoor more people
are needed to moveand installthe unit.
To prevent injury or strain, use proper lifting and
carrying techniques when moving unit.
• When handling the air conditioner, becareful to
avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on front and
rear coils.
• Make sure air conditionerdoes not fall during
removal.
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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 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 then 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.
NORMAL SOUNDS FIG.23
Aside from the regular fan motor and compressor
sounds coming from your air conditioner, you will
once in a while hear a pinging sound. This is the
result of moisture being picked up from the air in the
room and thrown against the air conditioner's fan.
This is normal and should not be cause for concern.
Also, do not be alarmed if you hear a slight hissing
or gurgling sound coming from your air conditioner
after it is off. These are normal coolant noises.
Compressor
The modern high 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.
You may hear droplets of water hitting
the condenser causing a pinging or
clicking sound.
Fan
You may hear air
movement from
the fan.
FIG. 23
CAPACITY AND RUNNING TIME
Proper unit size is important in deciding the desired
comfort for the area you want to cool. An
undersized unit will not have the capability to cool,
leaving the area uncomfortably warm. The proper
size is determined by the number of square feet in
the area to be cooled, indoor and outdoor
temperature and humidity.
Whenever the heat or humidity load is above normal
the air conditioner must run longer and more often
to keep the desired temperature you have selected,
Under heavy heat load conditions the air conditioner
may need to run constantly to keep the temperature
you want.
At times using the MED FAN setting to circulate the
room air may make it comfortable even though the
air is not being cooled. This will decrease your cost
of use.
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FEATURES
1 15 6 5 4 32714
USING THE AIR CONDITIONER
To reduce the risk of fire, electric
shock, or injury to persons, read the important
SAFETY instructions section before operating this
appliance
To begin operating the air conditioner after
installation, follow these steps:
1. Plug in the air conditioner. (To prevent electrical
hazards, do not use an extension cord or an
adapter plug.)
2. Set the exhaust vent to the CLOSE position.
3. Set the TEMP Control to the coolest setting.
4. Set the MODE control at the highest COOL level.
5. Adjust the louvers for comfortable air flow.
6. Once the room has cooled, adjust the TEMP and
Mode Control to the setting you find most
comfortable.
NOTE : If the air conditioner is turned off, wait 3
minutes before restarting. This allows pressure
inside the compressor to equalize. Failure to wait 3
minutes before restarting may cause inefficient
operation.
If you move the TEMP Control to a warmer, then
immediately back to a cooler setting, the unit will
shut off. Wait 3 minutes before restarting.
9 8
1. Cabinet
2. Vertical Air
Direction Louvers
3. Horizontal Air
Direction Louvers
4. Inlet Grille
5. Air Filter
6. Front Grille
7. Control Board
8. Power Cord
11 1210 13 16
FIG. 24
9. Evaporator Coil
10. Condenser
11. Compressor
12. Base pan
13. Brace
14. Upper Guide
15. Curtain
16. Remote Control
VENT CONTROL
The Vent Control allows the air conditioner to
either recirculate inside air (CLOSE) or exhaust
air te the outside (OPEN). (FIG. 25)
• The CLOSE position is used when maximum
cooling is desired. It may also be used for air
recirculation without cooling when the air
conditioner is set in the FAN position.
• The OPEN position removes stale air from the
room and exhausts it to the outside. Fresh air is
drawn into the room through your home's
normal air passages.
• The OPEN or CLOSE position can be used with
any fan selection.
PULL OPEN / PUSH CLOSE
FIG. 25
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