SERVICE MANUAL provides various service information, including the mechanical and electrical
parts etc. This room air conditioner was manufactured and assembled under a strict quality control system.
The refrigerant is charged at the factory. Be sure to read the safety precautions prior to servicing the unit.
1.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. When servicing the unit, set the ROTARY SWITCH
or POWER SWITCH to OFF and unplug the power
cord.
2. Observe the original lead dress.
If a short circuit is found, replace all parts which
have been overheated or damaged by the short
circuit.
3. After servicing the unit, make an insulation resistance test to protect the customer from being
exposed to shock hazards.
1. Unplug the power cord and connect a jumper
between 2 pins (black and white).
2. The grounding conductor (green) is to be open.
3. Measure the resistance value with an ohm meter
between the jumpered lead and each exposed
metallic part on the equipment at all the positions
(except OFF) of the ROTARY SWITCH.
Precaution: The Remote Control unit will not function properly if bright light strikes the sensor window of the air
conditioner or if there are obstacles between the Remote Control unit and the air conditioner.
POWER
• To turn the air conditioner ON, push this button. To
turn the air conditioner OFF, push the button again.
• This button takes priority over any other button.
FAN SPEED
• Every time you push this button, it advances the
setting as follows: {High(F3) → Low(F1) → Med(F2)
→ High(F3)}
• When you first turn it on, the unit is in cool mode,
high fan speed, temperature setting at 72˚F.
TIMER
- SHUT-OFF TIME
TEMPERATURE SETTING
• Use this button to automatically control the
temperature of the room.
The temperature can be set within a range of 60°F
to 86°F by increments of 1°F.
• You will usually use shut-off time while you sleep.
• With unit running, use Timer to set number of hours
until shut-off.
• For your sleeping comfort, once Time is set, the
Temperature setting will raise 2°F after 30 min, and
2°F after another 30 min.
MODE
- Every time you push this button, it will cycle through
COOL, ENERGY SAVER, FAN and DRY.
- ENERGY SAVER
• The fan stops when the compressor stops cooling.
Approximately every 3 minutes the fan will turn on
and the unit will check the room air to determine if
cooling is needed.
• Every time you push Timer button, it advances the
Timer setting as follows: 1 Hour → 2 Hours → etc. →
12 Hours maximum.
- START TIME
• While unit not running, use timer to set number of
hours before unit starts.
• Every time you push Timer button, it advances the
Timer setting as follows: 1 Hour → 2 Hours → etc. →
12 Hours maximum.
REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
AUTO RESTART
When power is restored after an electrical power failure, the unit will begin to run at its last setting.
1. Remove the front grille, top cover and cabinet.
(Refer to Section 2.1)
2. Discharge the refrigerant system using a
FreonTMRecovery System.
If there is no valve to attach the recovery
system, install one (such as a Watco A-1)
before venting the FreonTM. Leave the valve in
place after servicing the system.
3. Remove the overload protector. (Refer to
section 2.3.1)
4. After purging the unit completely, unbraze the
suction and discharge tubes at the compressor
connections.
5. Remove the 3 nuts and the 3 washers that
fasten the compressor.(See Figure 15)
6. Remove the compressor.
7. Re-install the components by referring to the
removal procedure, above.
2.3.3 CAPACITOR
1. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 2.1.1)
2. Open the capacitor cover. (See Figure 16)
3. Remove all the leads of capacitor terminals.
4. Re-install the components by referring to the
removal procedure above.
Figure 15
Figure 16
2.3.4 POWER CORD
1. Remove the control box.(Refer to section 2.1.4)
2. Open the control box cover.
3. Disconnect two leads from the capactitor and
relay.
4. Remove a screw securing the clip with cord to
the control box.
5. Pull out the power cord.
6. Re-install by referring to procedures above.(Use
only one ground-marked hole for ground
connection.)
7. If the supply cord of this appliance is damaged,
it must be replaced by the special cord.
(The special cord means the cord that has the
same specification marked on the supply cord
attached at the unit.)
1. Remove the front grille. (Refer to section 2.1.1)
2. Remote the top cover. (Refer to section 2.1.2)
3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2.1.3)
4. Remove the fan and shroud. (Refer to section
2.2.2)
5. Remove the 3 screws which fasten the motor from
the mount motor. (See Figure 18)
6. Open the capacitor cover(Refer to section 2.3.3)
7. Disconnect the outdoor motor housing.
8. Remove the motor.
9. Re-install the components by referring to the
removal procedure, above.
2.4 REFRIGERANT CYCLE
2.4.1 CONDENSER
CAUTION
Discharge the refrigerant system using a
FreonTMRecovery System.
If there is no valve to attach the recovery
system, install one (such as a WATCO A-1)
before venting the FreonTM. Leave the valve in
place after servicing the system.
Figure 18
Figure 19
1. Remove the front grille.(Refer to Section 2.1.1)
2. Remove the top cover. (Refer to Section 2.1.2)
3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2.1.3)
4. Remove the shroud. (Refer to Section 2.2.2)
5. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant
recovery system.
6. After discharging the refrigerant completely,
unbraze the interconnecting tube at the
condenser connections.
7. Remove the condenser.
8. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
2.4.2 EVAPORATOR
1. Remove the front grille.(Refer to Section 2.1.1)
2. Remove the top cover.(Refer to Section 2.1.2)
3. Remove the cabinet.(Refer to Section 2.1.3)
4. Remove the control box.(Refer to Section 2.1.4)
5. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant
recovery system.
6. After discharging the refrigerant completely,
unbraze the interconnecting tube at the condenser
connections.
7. Remove the evaporator.
8. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
2.4.3 CAPILLARY TUBE
1. Remove the front grille.(Refer to Section 2.1.1)
2. Remove the top cover.(Refer to Section 2.1.2)
3. Remove the cabinet.(Refer to Section 2.1.3)
4. Remove the control box.(Refer to Section 2.1.4)
5. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant
recovery system.
6. After discharging the refrigerant completely,
unbraze the interconnecting tube of the capillary
tube.
7. Remove the capillary tube.
8. Re-install by referring to the procedures above.
1. When replacing the refrigerant, be sure to
discharge the refrigerant system using a Freon
recovery System.
If there is no valve to attach the recovery system,
install one (such as a WATCO A-1) before venting
the FreonTM. Leave the valve in place after
servicing the system.
2. After discharging the unit completely, remove the
desired component, and unbraze the pinch-off
tubes.
3. Braze service valves into the pinch-off tube ports,
leaving the valves open.
4. Braze the pinch-off tubes with Service valves.
5. Evacuate as follows.
1) Connect the vacuum pump, as illustrated figure
20A.
2) Start the vacuum pump, slowly open manifold
valves A and B with two full turns
counterclockwise and leave the valves open.
The vacuum pump is now pulling through valves
A and B up to valve C by means of the manifold
and entire system.
CAUTION
If high vacuum equipment is used, just crack
valves A and B for a few minutes, then open
slowly with the two full turns counterclockwise.
This will keep oil from foaming and being
drawn into the vacuum pump.
3) Operate the vacuum pump for 20 to 30 minutes,
until 600 microns of vacuum is obtained. Close
valves A and B, and observe vacuum gauge for
a few minutes. A rise in pressure would
indicate a possible leak or moisture remaining in
the system. With valves A and B closed, stop
the vacuum pump.
4) Remove the hose from the vacuum pump and
place it on the charging cylinder. See figure
20B.
Open valve C.
Discharge the line at the manifold connection.
5) The system is now ready for final charging.
TM
6. Recharge as follows :
1) Refrigeration cycle systems are charged from
the High-side. If the total charge cannot be put
in the High-side, the balance will be put in the
suction line through the access valve which you
installed as the system was opened.
2) Connect the charging cylinder as shown in figure
20B.
With valve C open, discharge the hose at the
manifold connection.
3) Open valve A and allow the proper charge to
enter the system. Valve B is still closed.
4) If more charge is required, the high-side will not
take it. Close valve A.
5) With the unit running, open valve B and add the
balance of the charge.
a. Do not add the liquid refrigerant to the Low-
side.
b. Watch the Low-side gauge; allow pressure to
rise to 30 lbs.
c. Turn off valve B and allow pressure to drop.
d. Repeat steps b. and c. until the balance of the
charge is in the system.
6) When satisfied the unit is operating correctly,
use the pinch-off tool with the unit still running
and clamp on to the pinch-off tube. Using a tube
cutter, cut the pinch-off tube about 2 inches from
the pinch-off tool. Use sil-fos solder and solder
pinch-off tube closed. Turn off the unit, allow it to
set for a while, and then test the leakage of the
pinch-off connection.
1. To prevent vibration and noise, make sure the
unit is installed securely and firmly.
2. Install the unit where the sunlight does not shine
directly on the unit.
3. The outside of the cabinet must extend outward
and there should be no obstacles, such as a
fence or wall, within 20" from the back of the
cabinet because it will prevent heat radiation of
the condenser.
Restriction of outside air will greatly reduce the
cooling efficiency of the air conditioner.
CAUTION: All side louvers of the cabinet must
remain exposed to the outside of the structure.
4. Install the unit a little slanted so the back is
slightly lower than the front (about 1/4").
This will force condensed water to flow to the
outside.
5. Install the unit with the bottom about 30"~60"
above the floor level.
Figure 21
3.2 CHECK OF INSTALLATION
The setting conditions must be checked prior to
initial starting.
The undermentioned items are especially important
checking points when the installation is finished.
1. Grounding wire (Green or Green and Yellow) is
provided in the power cord. The green wire must
be grounded.
2. Connect to a single-outlet 15A circuit.
(or 21A circuit for Electric Heater Model)
3. To avoid vibration or noise, make sure the air
conditioner is installed securely.
4 Avoid placing furniture or draperies in front of the
air inlet and outlet.
3.3 WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
NOTE: All supporting parts should be secured to
firm wood, masonry, or metal.
1. This unit is designed for installation in standard
double hung windows with actual opening widths
from 26" to 39 3/8".
2. The top and bottom window sash must open
sufficiently to allow a clear vertical opening of
12" from the bottom.
SCREWDRIVER(Phillips and Flathead), RULER, KNIFE, HAMMER, PENCIL, LEVEL
3.6 HOW TO INSTALL
CAUTION
To avoid the possibility of personal injury, unplug
power to unit before installing or servicing.
Carefully remove air conditioner from carton, check for
possible shipping damage. 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.
If air conditioner is blocked by a storm window frame,
see Step 7 and 8 on Page 14 before beginning to
install.
1. Cut the FOAM STRIP (ITEM G) to fit the
underside of the window sash. Open the window,
peel off the backing and attach the FOAM STRIP
as shown in Figure 23.
Figure 23
Figure 24
2. Mark center line with pencil on the center of the
3. Install support bracket on window. See Figure 25.
SCREW
(ITEM D)
SCREW
(ITEM D)
LEVELING BOLT
(ITEM B or C)
LEVELING BOLT
(ITEM B or C)
ADJUSTMENT SLOT
CENTER LINE
OF WINDOW
CENTER LINE
OF WINDOW
OUTDOORINDOOR
INNER SILL
SCREW
LEVELING
BOLT
OUTER SILL
SUPPORT
BRACKET
ABOUT 1/4"
OUTDOORINDOOR
LEVELING BOLT
SUPPORT
BRACKET
STOPPER
SUPPORT
BRACKET
POCKET
HAND GRIP
WINDOW SASH
INDOOR
SECTION
INNER SILL
OUTER SILL
OUTDOOR
SECTION
TOP CHANNEL
CURTAIN
Failure to securely install support bracket may result
in unit falling from window if window sash is raised
after unit is installed. This could result in personal
injury.
Install leveling bolt up through bottom side of
support bracket. You can choose a short bolt
(ITEM C) or a long one (ITEM B) according to
window type. Also, you should select the position
of hole on bracket.
Position bracket on sill 1 inch (25.4mm) to left of
center line of window (See Figure 25).
Fasten bracket loosely to sill with screws (ITEM D)
provided.
Adjust leveling bolt so that the air conditioner will
be installed with a very slight tilt (about 1/4")
downward toward the outside for proper drainage.
Tighten bracket screws.
CAUTION
Figure 25
Figure 26
INNER
WINDOW
SILL
1"(25.4mm)
OUTER
WINDOW
SILL
CLOSE-UP VIEW
CLOSE-UP VIEW
OF SUPPORT BRACKET
OF SUPPORT BRACKET
(ITEM A)
(ITEM A)
4. INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE
WINDOW
• Carefully lift the air conditioner and slide it into the
open window. Be careful not to hurt waist in this
operation.
• Use the two hand grips on top sides of unit to lift
unit.
• Make sure that support bracket is inserted in the
pocket under base fan, and that curtain frame guide
is stopped by stopper on the support bracket as
shown in Figure 28.
NOTE: When unit is properly centered and pushed
outward to correct bracket location, you will feel unit
drop securely in place on the support bracket. Hold
unit firmly during this procedure.
• Lower top window sash all the way down so that
sash sits firmly in top channel of unit and
expandable curtain frames.
CAUTION
During the following step, hold unit firmly until
window sash is lowered to top channel behind
curtain frames. Personal injury or property damage
may result if unit falls from window.
• Install a wood strip (window width long and
window frame height high) on the inner sill.
WOOD STRIP
INNER
SILL
OUTER
SILL
OUTER
SILL
SASH WINDOW
19/32"(15mm)
(b) When the window frame is higher than
19/32"(15mm)
• Install a wood strip (about 4"(102mm) long) on
the outdoor sill to raise support bracket.
WOOD STRIP
INNER
SILL
Expand the curtain frames and secure them using 5
screws (ITEM E) as shown in Figure 29.
When curtain frame opens or closes, you may feel a
slight resistance. This is normal.
6. FOAM SEAL AND WINDOW LOCK
• Cut the foam seal (ITEM F) to the window width.
Stuff the foam seal between the glass and the
window to prevent air and insects from getting into
the room, as shown in Figure 29.
• Install the L bracket to prevent window from being
raised which may result in unit falling.
Figure 29
CAUTION
Failure to securely install support bracket may
result in unit falling from window if window sash is
raised after unit is installed. This could result in
personal injury.
NOTE: If window sash has a metal surface. use
sheet metal screws instead of the provided wood
screws. Obtain sheet metal screws at local hardware
store.
7. IF AIR CONDITIONER IS BLOCKED BY STORM
WINDOW FRAME
• If storm window presents interference, fasten a
2"(51mm) 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 unit can be installed without
interference from the the storm window frame. See
Figure 30.
Top of wood strip should be approximately
3/4"(19mm) higher than the storm window frame to
help condensation to drain properly to the outside.
• Install a second wood strip (approximately
6"(152mm) long by 11/2"(38mm) wide and same
thickness as first strip) in the center of the outer sill
flush against the back of the inner sill. (Figure 30)
8. INSTALLATION FOR OTHER TYPE WINDOWS.
• Dimensions and geometry of windows are different
depending on their manufacturing. Check your
window and refer to FIG.31 to install the support
bracket firmly.
• Unscrew the side screws that you installed in Step
5. 6.
• Close the curtain frame and remove foam seal and
L bracket from the windows.
• Keep a firm grip on the air conditioner raise the
sash.
• Lift the air conditioner from the window and
remove the foam strip from between the windows.
NOTE: When cooling season is over, unit is
removed from window for cleaning and storage.
There may still be some condensation water in the
basepan. Remove the unit carefully to avoid water
being spilled out on floor. Always store unit flat on its
base. Do not stand on end. Be sure to remove
support bracket, L bracket, and foam seal from
window and save. Window will not close if support
bracket remains installed.
Following is a brief description of the important components and their functions in the refrigeration system.
Refer to Figure 35 to follow the refrigeration cycle and the flow of the refrigerant in the cooling cycle.
Check outdoor coil
(heat exchanger) & the fan
operation.
Check gas leakage.
Repair gas leak.
Replace the unit if it
is beyond repair.
Satisfactory operation with
temperature difference of
inlet & outlet air ;
44~50°F(7~10°C)
Check heat load
increase.
Clean condenser.
Not on separate circuit.
Check inside gas
pressure.
Adjust refrigerant charge.
Malfunction of compressor.
Replace compressor.
Check cold air circulation
for smooth flow.
Dirty indoor coil
(Heat exchanger)
Correct above trouble
Check clogging in refrigeration circuit.
Repair clogging in refrigeration circuit.
Obstruction at air outlet
Clogged air filter.
Malfunction of fan
In general, possible trouble is classified within one of two possible categories.
The first is designated Starting Failure and is caused from an electrical defect, while the other is ineffective Air
Conditioning caused by a defect in the refrigeration circuit or improper application.
Check voltage at outlet. Correct if voltage is missing.
Check voltage to connector of CN-PWR and 3 port of
comp-relay. If none, check power supply cord.
Replace cord if circuit is open.
Connect wire. Refer to wiring diagram for terminal
identification. Repair or replace loose terminal.
Test capacitor.
Replace if not within ±10% of manufacturer's rating.
Replace if shorted, open, or damaged.
Fan blade hitting shroud or blower wheel hitting
scroll. Realign assembly.
Units using slinger ring for condenser fan must have
1
/4to 5/16inch clearance to the base. If it hits the
base, shim up the bottom of the fan motor with
mounting screw(s).
Check fan motor bearings; if motor shaft will not
rotate, replace the motor.
Check voltage. If not within limits, call an electrician.
Test capacitor.
Check bearings. Does the fan blade rotate freely?
If not, replace fan motor.
Pay attention to any change from high speed to
low speed. If the speed does not change, replace the
motor.
If cracked, out of balance, or partially missing,
replace it.
If cracked, out of balance, or partially missing,
replace it.
Tighten it.
If knocking sounds continue when running or loose,
replace the motor. If the motor hums or noise
appears to be internal while running, replace motor.
Check voltage.
If not within limits, call an electrician.
Check the wire connections, if loose, repair or
replace the terminal. If wires are off, refer to wiring
diagram for identification, and replace. Check wire
locations. If not per wiring diagram, correct.
Check the status the setting temperature if not lower
than room temperature, please decrease the setting
temperature.
Check continuity of the thermostat. Replace
thermostat if circuit is open.
Check the capacitor.
Replace if not within ±10% of manufacturers rating.
Replace if shorted, open, or damaged.
Check for compressor for open circuit or ground. If
open or grounded, replace the compressor.
Check the compressor overload, if externally
mounted. Replace if open. (If the compressor
temperature is high, remove the overload, cool it,
and retest.)
Check the voltage.
If not within limits, call an electrician.
Check overload, if externally mounted.
Replace if open. (If the compressor temperature is
high, remove the overload, cool, and retest.)
If not running, determine the cause. Replace if
required.
Remove the cabinet. inspect the interior surface of
the condenser; if restricted, clean carefully with a
vacuum cleaner (do not damage fins) or brush.
Clean the interior base before reassembling.
Compressor cycles on
overload.
Insufficient cooling or
heating
Excessive noise
Condenser fins (damaged)
Capacitor
Wiring
Refrigerating system
Air filter
Exhaust damper door
Unit undersized
Cross flow fan or fan
Copper tubing
If condenser fins are closed over a large area on the
coil surface, head pressures will increase, causing
the compressor to overload. Straighten the fins or
replace the coil.
Test capacitor.
Check the terminals. If loose, repair or replace.
Check the system for a restriction.
If restricted, clean or replace.
Close if open.
Determine if the unit is properly sized for the area to
be cooled.
Check the set screw or clamp. If loose or missing,
correct. If the blower or fan is hitting air guide,
rearrange the air handling parts.
Remove the cabinet carefully and rearrange tubing
not to contact cabinet, compressor, shroud, and
barrier.