Kenmore 58078183890 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

®

ROOM AIR CONDITIONER

Model 78183

CAUTION: Before using this

Air Conditioner, read this

manual and follow all its Safety
Rules and Operating

Instructions.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL. 60179 U.S.A.

• Safety

• Electrical Requirements

• Installation

• Operation

• Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Repair Parts List

• EspaSol

• Fran_ais

TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................2

Features ................................................. 10

WARRANTY ............................................. 2

SAFETY ..................................................... 3

Important Safety Instructions...................... 3

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS .......4

INSTALLATION ....................................... 5

Installation Requirements .........................5

How to Install............................................ 6

Air Conditioner Removal .............................. 8

OPERATION ............................................. 9

Installation ................................................ 9

How and Why ........................................... 9

Normal Sounds ........................................ 9

Capacity and Running Time ..................... 9

Using the Air Conditioner ....................... 10

Air Conditioner Features ........................ 11

MAINTENANCE ..................................... 12

Air Filter Cleaning ................................... 12

Air Conditioner Cleaning ........................ 12

How to Removethe FrontGrille.................. 12

TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... 13

Before Calling for Service ...................... 13

REPAIR PARTS LIST .......................... 15

ESPANOL ................................................ 26

FRAN(_AIS ...................................... 38

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 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 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 THE NEAREST SEARS

SERVICE CENTER IN THE UNITED STATES.

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.

° When handling the air conditioner, be careful to

avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on front and rear

coils.

ELECTRICAL INFORMATION

The complete e_ectrical 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 used in a properly

grounded wall receptacle, tf the walt 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 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.

_W_,void 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 type
wall receptad_

Power supply cord
with 3-prong

grounding plug

ENERGY SAVING IDEAS

* 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 homer 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 shwbs, enclosures, or
other buildings,

, Close the floor and wall registers and the fireplace

damper so cool air _es 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.

° 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 conditioneCs work
load.

- Operate heat producing appiiances such as
ranges, washers, dryers, and dishwashers during

the coolest part of the day.

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See the chart below for wiring and outlet information.

OBSERVE ALL LOCAL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES

Never remove the power supply cord ground prong.

USE TIME-

DELAY FUSE MINIMUM

OR CIRCUIT RECEPTACLE

BREAKER

RATING IN

AMPS

(_ 14 GAUGE

15 WIRE ONLY

WIRE SIZE

USE COPPER

USE COPPER

TYPE OR

BRANCH

CIRCUIT

SINGLE

OUTLET

ONLY

SINGLE

OUTLET

ONLY

For 230volt, and

230/208 volt models with
nameplate amps up

through 12.0

For 230volt, and

230/208 volt models with
nameplate amps up

through 16.0

PLUG AND

RECEPTACLE

DATA

SMALL RECEPTACLE

TANDEI 4_, t_

"_" GROUND

"1/4"BLADE PRONG

OAT NO B4A5928

Fk_T_pG"T" BLADE

ROUND
RONG

BLADE

RECEPTACLE

CAT NO 34-5929

RECEPTACLE

VOLTAGE NAMEPLATE

(60HERTZ AMPERES
AC IN ALL

INSTANCES)

MODEL WITN

NAMEPLATE

OF 230 VOLTS [Jn

(207 rAIN., 253 MAX.) L"U"throu_P'

MODEL WITN

NAMEPLATE 12.0

OF 23D/208 VOLTS

(1 £7.6MIN., 253 MAX.)

MODEL WITH

NAMEPLATE

OF 23O VOLTS

(207 MIN., 253 MAX.) Up _ 12 GAUGE

MODEL WITW through

NAMEPLATE 16.0 20 WIRE ONLY

OF 230/208 VOLTS

(1 £7.6MIN., 253 MAX.)

• This unit requires a three-wire, single-phase, 60 hertz, AC only electrical supply.

• Receptacle wire must be at least as large as size shown on electrical chart.

• For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This appliance has a power supply cord with a
3-prong grounding plug.

PROPER HOUSE WIRING

• Follow all of the enclosed instructions carefully for trouble-free performance and lowest operating costs.

• USE ONLY TIME-DELAY FUSE (or circuit breaker) for safe use and to help prevent needless blowing of
fuses.

• PROPER SIZE OF HOUSEWlRING is needed for good voltage and to keep from overloading circuit. See
data on reverse side. Avoid long lengths of housewiring that can cause the voltage to drop below the
voltage shown on the nameplate.

• It is best that NO OTHER APPLIANCE or devices are on the same fused circuit to which this unit is
connected. A blown fuse can result from wiring that is carrying more electrical current than it can safety

handle.

DANGER: DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
The power cord with the air conditioner is the best size for safe and efficient use of your air conditioner. Use

of an extension cord may cause overheating, energy loss, and blown fuses or circuit breakers.

UNLESS THE PRODUCT IS GROUNDED PROPERLY, YOU ARE NOT PROTECTED AGAINST SEVERE
OR LETHAL SHOCK IN THE EVENT OF A SHORT CIRCUIT OF AN ELECTRICAL PART OR

THE WIRING OF THE AIR CONDITIONER.

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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Your air conditioner will install into standard double

hung windows with actual clear opening widths of

29 to 41 inches (737mm to 1041mm) (FIG. 1)

Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear

vertical opening of 18 inches (457mm), 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_

29" to

li"min ;',

ELECTRICAL SERVlCE

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 equipp_ with a 3-prong service ptug
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 _rrections.

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,

To avoidriskofpersona]injury,properlydamage,
or productdamagedueto theweightofthis

device andsharpedgesthat maybeexposed:

•Airconditionerscoveredin this manual_se an
excessiveweighthazard.Twoor morepeople

are neededto moveandinstalltheunit.
Topreventinjuryor strain,useproperliftingand

carryingtechniqueswhen movingunit

•Cardully inspectlocationwhereairconditioner
willbe installS.

Besureit willsupporttheweight of the unitover
an extendedperioroftime.

•Handleair conditionerwithcare.Wear
protectivegloveswheneverliftingor carryingthe
unit.AVOIDthe sharp metalfinsof frontand

rearcoils.

•Makesureair conditionerdoesnot fall during
installation.

INSTALLATION HARDWARE

FIG, 2

NO. NAME OF PARTS Q'TY

1 SIDE CURTAIN 2
2 SUPPORT BRACKET 2
3 SILL BRACKET 2
4 LOCK NUT 4

5 SCREW(TYPE A): 25/64" 14
6 SCREW(TYPE B): lS/id' 7

7 SCREW(TYPE C): 9/i6" 5
8 M-SCREW 2

9 CAR RtAGE BOLT 2

10 FOAM-PE 1
1i FOAM SEAL 1
12 UPPER GUIDE 1
13 FOAM-P E 1
14 WINDOW LOCKING BRACKET 1

i5 DRAIN PIPE 1

REQUIRED TOOLS:

• Tight Fitting gloves

• Standard screwdriver

• Phillips screwdriver

• Pliers

• Sharp knife

• Carpenters level

• 3!8-inch open end wrench or adjustable wrench

• 1!4qnch hex socket and ratchet

• Tape measure

• Electric drill

• 1/4-inch drill bit

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HOW TO INSTALL

_1 Remove the screws which fasten the cabinet at

the back and side of the unit,

FIG. 3

O Screw the upper guide _ to the top of the cabinet
respectively using (3) TYPE A screws _o, insert the side

curtain _ into the upper guide _ and lower guide of the
air conditioner. Fasten the curtains to the unit with (10/

TYPE A screws _o.

_ Slide the unit out of the cabinet by gripping the

base pan handle and pull forward while bracing the
cabinet.

FIG. 4

_Cut the FOAM-PE _ to fit the underside of the

window sash, Peel off the backing and attach the
seal as shown in Fig, 5,

FiG. 5

_ Remove the backing from the FOAM-PE _, and

attach to the bottom of the upper guide

)_[YPE A}

_Open the window. Mark a line on the center of the

window stool between the side window stop moldings,
Loosely attach the sill bradder to the support bracket

using the carriage bolt and the I_k nut,

bracke__ I_r_suppor_

FIG.7

_r_age _"--I IIIIII bracket

bolt _" _-,_L_k nut

H Attach the sill bracket to the window sill using the

TY'PE B screws _ . Carefully place the cabinet on the
window stool and align the center mark on the angle

front with the center line marked on the window stool.

Oabinet--,
t¢ackho_

bracket

Carriagebo_t
andIo_ nut SHIL FIG. 9

_ Using the M-screw and the lock nut _ attach the

support bracket to the cabinet track hole. Use the first
track hole after the siil bracket on the outer e_e of the

window sill. Tighten the carriage bolt a_ the lock nut, Be
sure the ca_net slants outward 1/4 bubNe using the

carpenters level.
CAUTION: Do not ddHa hole in the bottom pan. The unit

is designed to operate with approximately t/2"of water in
bottom pan,

windowsiii

FIG. 8

of

FIG. 6

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FIG. 10

I

_Pult thebottomwindowsashdownbehindthe

upperguideuntiltheymeet.
NOTE:

•Donotpullthewindowsashdownsotightlythat
themovementofslidersisrestricted.Attachthe

cabinettothewindowstoolbydrivingtheTYPEB
screws_ throughthecabinetintowindowstool.

, The cabinet should be installed with a very slight

tilt downward toward the outside 1/4 bubble on
carpenters tevel.

_ Expand side curtains to fill opening.

Attach each side curtain to the window sash using
(4) TYPE C screws _, (FIG. 12)

S¢_-ew 0

(Ty_ C)

_ Slide the chassis into the cabinet. (FIG. 14)

CAUTION: For security purpose, reinstall screws at

cabi net's sides.

Power
Cord

Screw

Screw PIG. 14

_Cut the foam seai to the proper tength and

insert between the upper window sash and the
lower window sash. (FIG. 15)

FIG. 15

FIG. 12

B Attach the window locking bracket with a

TYPE C screw _ See FiG, i3.

FIG. 13

_ Adjust the vent handle before the decorative

front is attached. (FIG. 16)
Straighten the lever, as shown, Pulling down part _)

to align with part ,{[_,,

Part l_',

FIG. 16

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W FRONT INSTALLATION

Install the front grille with the cabinet as follows:

- Hook upper tabs of front gdtle into slots on the
cabinet top.(FIG. 17)

• Push front grilte's tips toward the cabinet in order
to snap side tabs into the cabinet. (FIG. 17)

• Open the filter door.(FtG. 18)

° Install the TYPE A screw _othrough the front

grilte.(FIG. 18)

° Close filter doon(FIG.19)

Front Installation

FIG. 17

IF AIR CONDITIONER IS BLOCKED BY STORM

WINDOW FRAME

Add wood to clear front as shown in FiG. 20, or
remove storm window white air conditioner is

instal led.

ash

Wood block 1 1/2"min
in area of\_ _(38_,,_m) L

leveling
support ff-'IL_ " F_

I _-q . I Board thickness as
I _-.,/'-_'-/-_ required, along

Storm window frame entire stool.
or other obstruction Fasten with two

nails or screws.

FIG. 20

AIR CONDITIONER REMOVAL

Front Installation FIG. i8

Front Installation

FIG. 19

Turn the air conditioner off, disconnect the power
cord, remove the window toking bracket and the

screws installed through the top and bottom of the
side curtain. Save all parts for later reinstallation.
Close the side curtain Keeping a firm grip on the air
conditioner, raise the sash, and carefully tilt the air

conditioner backward, draining any condensed
water. Lift the air conditioner from the window.

Remove the sash sea_ from between the windows,

• Air conditionerscoveredin this manuaiposean
excessiveweighthazard.Twoor morepeople

are neededto moveandinstalltheunit.
Topreventinjuryor strain,useproperliftingand

carryingtechniqueswhenmovingunit.

•When handlingthe airconditioner,becarefulto
avoidcuts from sharpmetalfins on frontand

rearcoils.

•Makesureairconditionerdoesnot fall during
removal

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 is

very important since cold air will not turn corners. To
cool your rooms_ cold air must be blown from the air
conditioner in a straight path.

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

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 c cles on and off.

Unit Vibration
The unit may vibrate

and make noise
because of poor wall

or window
construction.

Condenser

You may hear
droplets of water

hitting the condenser system cycles, the

causing a pinging or click.
clicking sound.

Fan

You may hear air

movement from

the fan.

Thermostat

As the cooling

thermostat may

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. An oversized unit will
cool, but not dehumidify, leaving the area cool and

damp.
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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USING THE AIR CONDITIONER

_'!_l-_t,]_H_[e] 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:

t 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 sexing,

4. Set the MODE Control at the highest COOL level.

5 Adjust the louver for comfortable air flow

6. Once the room has coo_ed, adjust the TEMP
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.

Review the AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES
section for other settings.(See page 1t)

10 9 t2 13 11 14

1. Cabinet

2. Verticai Air Deflector
(Horizontal Louver)

3. Cool Air Discharge

4. Front Grille

5, Inlet Grille

6. Air Filter
7, Knob

8. Air Intake

9. Power Cord

t & Evaporator
11 Condenser

12, Compressor
13, Base pan

14, Brace

15. Upper Guide
16, Curtain

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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES

The controls featured in this manual are

representative of the many models available. Your
model may look slightly different.

5 OFF

VERTICAL AIR DIRECTION CONTROL
The vertical air-direction is adjusted by moving the

upward or dowrward louver.

20 08 LOW_,\ |lJI l/ME D

TEMP MODE

ME0

FAN "_°O00L

LOWCOOL

TEMP

The thermostat will automatically control the
temperature of the room. Select a higher number for

lower room temperature. The temperature is
selected by turning the TEMP knob to the desired
position.

The 5 or 6 3osition is a normal setting for average
conditions.

MODE

OFF :
MED FAN

LOW FAN

HIGH COOL :

MED COOL :

LOW COOL :

VENT CONTROL

The Vent Control allows the air conditioner to either
recirculate inside air (CLOSE) or exhaust air to the

outside (OPEN).

• 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 normal air passages
found in homes.

• The OPEN or CLOSE position can be used with
any fan selection.

Turns the air conditioner off.
Permits the medium fan speed
operation without cooling.

Permits the low fan speed operation

without cooling.

Permits cooling with the high fan
speed operation.

Permits cooling with the medium fan
speed operation.

Permits cooling with the low fan
speed operation.

DRAINAGE

A drain hole is provided at the rear of the air
conditioner unit. Select a drain method according to
the following.

• Remove the hole rubber from the base-pan.

• Connect a drain elbow of 9t16" inside diameter to
the drain pipe.

• Connect a drain hose of 9tl 6" inside diameter to the
drain elbow.(Drain hose is not supplied.)

\

The air conditioner employs a proper drain method
whereby the condensed water (moisture removed from
the air) is drained to the outside. In very humid

weather, excessive condensed water removed from
the air may cause some water to collect. To remove

this excess water you can install the drain pan.

• Take the drain pan which is located in the air
discharge.

• Remove the hole rubber from the base-pan.

• Install the drain pan to the left corner of the cabinet
with 4(or 2) screws.

• Connect the drain hose to the outlet located at the

bottom of the drain pan. You can purchase the drain
hose or tubing locally to satisfy your particular needs.
(Drain hose is not supplied.)

_ _ () ainpipe

_ ('ainpipe

Drainelb0w '_ Drainelb°w/ _

Cabinet

//

Drainhose

PULL "__

-11 -

i

Drain

I Drainpan

Screw

&

AIR FILTER CLEANING

AIR CONDITIONER CLEANING

The Air Filter will become dirty as it removes dust
from the inside air. It should be washed at least

every 2 weeks. If the Air Filter remains full of dust,
the air flow will decrease and the cooling capacity

will be reduced, possibly damaging the unit.

• Pull the grille inlet forward, grasping both tabs, and
pull out the air filter.

• Wash the Air Filter in warm water. Be sure to
shake off all the water before replacing the filter.

Clean the front grille and inlet grille by wiping with a
cloth dampened in a mild detergent solution.

The cabinet may be washed with mild soap or
detergent and lukewarm water, then polished with
liquid appliance wax.

To ensure continued peak efficiency, the condenser
coils (weather side at unit) should be checked
periodically and cleaned if they become clogged
with soot or dirt from the atmosphere. Brush or

vacuum exterior coils to remove debris from fins.

HOW TO REMOVE THE FRONT

GRILLE

• Remove the TEMP knob and the MODE knob by

pulling.

• Open the inlet grille downward.

• Remove the screw securing the Front Grille.

• Push the grille up from the bottom and pull the top
of the grille away from the case to lift the top tabs

out of their slots.

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BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE

Check the following list to be sure a service call is really necessary. A quick reference to this manual may
help you avoid an unneeded service call.

THE AIR CONDITIONERWILL NOT OPERATE
Check if... Then...

Wallplugdisconnected. [

Housefuse blownor circuitbreaker tripped.
MODEselector isOFFposition.

Unitwasturned offby movingTEMP Controlto a warmer

andthen immediatelyturningbackto acoldersetting.

Unitwasturned offand then on too quickly.

TEMP Controlset warmerthan roomtemperature.

AIR FROM UNIT DOES NOT FEEL COLD ENOUGH.
Check if... Then...

MODEselector ina LOW COOLposition.

TEMP Controlset toowarm(lowernumber).

Roomtemperaturebelow70 oF (21oC).

Temperaturesensingtubetouchingcold coil,

locatedbehindair filter.

THEAIRCONDITIONERCOOLING,BUTROOMISTOOWARM-ICE FORMINGONCOOLINGCOILBEHINDDECORATIVEFRONT.
Check if... Then...

Outdoortemperaturebelow70°F(21°C). Todefrostthecoil,setselectorto FANposition.Then,turnTEMPControl
Airfiltermaybedirty. Cleanfilter.RefertoMaintenancesectionofowner'smanual.Todefrost,
TEMPControlsettoocoldfornight-timecooling. Todefrostthecoil,setselectortoa FANposition.Then,setTEMPControl

THEAIRCONDITIONERCOOLING,BUTROOMISTOOWARM- NOICEFORMINGONCOOLINGCOILBEHINDDECORATIVEFRONT.
Check if... Then...

Dirtyairfilter-airrestricted. Cleanairfilter.RefertoMaintenancesectionofowneCsmanual.

TEMPControlsettoowarm. TurnTEMPControlclockwisetoacoldersetting.

Frontofunitisbtockedbydrapes,blinds,furniture, Clearblockageinfrontofunit.

etc.Airdistributionisrestricted.

Doors,windows,registers,etc.open.Coldairescapes. Closedoors,windows,registers,etc.
Unitrecentlyturnedoninhotroom. Allowaddifionaltimetoremovestoredheatfromwalls,ceiling,floor,andfurniture.

THE AIR CONDITIONER TURNS ON AND OFF RAPIDLY.
Check if... Then,..

I Outsidetemperatureisexbemelyhot. I SetMODEonHIGHspeedtobringairpastcoolingcoilsmorefrequently.

NOISE WHEN UNIT IS COOLING.
Check if... Then,..

Airmovementsoundistooloud. TurnselectortoLOWsetting.
Soundoffanhittingwater- moistureremovalsystem. Thisis normalwhenhumidityishigh.Closedoors,windows,andregisters.
Windowvibration- poorinstallation. Referto installationinstructionsorcheckwithinstaller.

WATER DRIPPING INSIDE WHEN UNIT IS COOLING.
Check if... Then,..

Theairconditionerisimproperlyinstalled. Tiltairconditionerslightlytotheoutsideto allowwaterdrainage.Referto

WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE WHEN UNIT IS COOLING.
Check if... Then,..

Theunitisremovinglargequantityofmoisture Thisisnormalduringexcessivelyhumiddays.
fromhumidroom.

Pushplugfirmly intowalloutlet.
Replacefusewithtimedelay typeor resetcircuitbreaker.
Turn MODEselectorto thedesiredCOOL setting.

Waitapproximately3 minutes.Listenfor compressortostart.

/

Turnunitoffandwait3minutesbeforerestarting.
TurnTEMPControlclockwiseto acoldersetting(highernumber).

Turnselectorto a higherCOOLposition
TurnTEMP Controlclockwiseto a coldersetting.

Coolingmay notoccur until roomtemperaturerisesabove70oF (21°C).

Straightentubeaway fromcoil.

clockwisetoawarmersetting.
setselectortoFAN.

toawarmerposition.

installationinstructions.Checkwithinstaller

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ROOM AIR CONDITIONER

To Call Toll Free

For Parts:

1-800-366-PART

(1-800-366-7278)

In all orders or correspondence always give the complete model

number shown on the side of the cabinet.

All repair parts listed are available for immediate purchase or
special order when you visit your nearest Sears Service Center,

or the Service Department at most Sears stores. To order parts
by phone, call the toll free parts number listed to the left and on

the back cover of this manual.

When requesting service or ordering parts, always provide the
following information:

• Product Type

• Model Number

• Part Number

• Part Description

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

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580.78183890

CAUTION: Use the Kenmore part number on all orders, not the illustration number.

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