Sunbeam Air Conditioner Installation Instruction

Installation Instructions

15,000 - 25,000BTU Window Air Conditioners

PTT122606

Please read all instructions before installing.

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Two people are required to install this air conditioner.

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If a new electrical outlet is required, have the outlet installed by a qualifi ed electrician before

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installing unit.

PRELIMINARY INSTRUCTIONS:

Check window opening size - the mounting parts furnished with this air conditioner are made to

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install in a wooden sill double-hung window. The standard parts are for a window opening of

26.5” (673mm) minimum to 40.5” (1029mm) maximum width for the 15-18K and 31” (711mm)
minimum to 42” (1067mm) maximum width for the 25K. Open sash to a minimum of 19”
(483mm).

Check condition of window - all wood parts of window must be in good shape and able to fi rmly

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hold the needed screws. If not, make repairs before installing unit.

Check your storm windows - if your storm window frame does not allow the clearance required,

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correct by adding a piece of wood or by removing the storm window while the air conditioner is
installed.

Check for anything that could block airfl ow - check area outside of window for things such as

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shrubs, trees, or awnings. Inside, be sure furniture, drapes, or blinds will not stop proper air fl ow.

Check the available electric service - power supply must be the same as that shown on the unit serial

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plate. Power cord is 48” long.

Carefully unpack the air conditioner - remove all packaging materials. Protect fl oor or carpet from

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damage. Two people should move the unit and install.

HARDWARE QTY.

Washer Head Locking Screw for window panels 2

3/4” Long Hex- head Screw 3

Safety Lock 1

1/2” Long Screw and Locknut 4 ea.

3/4” Long Flat Head Bolt and Locknut 2 ea.

Sill Angle Bracket 2

Long Hex-head Locking Screw for top angle, side retainer 5/16” long 10

Tools needed: a large fl at blade screwdriver, tape measure, adjustable wrench or pliers, pencil, level,
socket wrenches, Phillips screwdriver

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WINDOW INSTALLATION

REMOVE CHASSIS

To slide chassis from the cabinet, fi rst remove the two screws on top of the cabinet, hold the cabinet while

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pulling on the strap/handle provided at the front of the unit. At the same time, push with thumbs against the
top front edge of sleeve.
Add the two short seals to cover the holes where retaining screws were.

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Note: Do not use strap for lifting unit. It is for sliding the chassis within the cabinet only. Be careful of sharp
edges on coil fi ns.

INST ALL TOP ANGLE AND SIDE BRACKET

Attach foam gasket to top angle above holes.

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Install top angle and side retainers to cabinet.

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