Whirlpool 1187680 User Manual

THROUGH-THE-WALL

AIR CONDITIONER

Use & Care Guide

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CLIMATISEUR

ENCASTRÉ DANS

LE MUR

23-11-2186N-009 / 1187680A

Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien

Au Canada, pour assistance composez le : 1-800-461-5681, pour

installation ou service, le : 1-800-807-6777

ou visitez notre site web à... www.whirlpoolappliances.ca

Table of Contents/Table des matières ................ 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY .........................................................2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................3

Tools and Parts ............................................................................3

Location Requirements................................................................3

Electrical Requirements ............................................................... 3

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................5

Unpack the Air Conditioner.......................................................... 5

Before Installing Air Conditioner ..................................................5

Install Air Conditioner in Existing Wall Sleeve .............................5

Install Air Conditioner in New Wall Sleeve...................................6

Complete Installation ...................................................................7

AIR CONDITIONER USE................................................................8

TABLE DES MATIÈRES

SÉCURITÉ DU CLIMATISEUR ....................................................15

EXIGENCES D’INSTALLATION...................................................16

Outillage et pièces......................................................................16

Exigences d’emplacement.........................................................16

Spécifications électriques..........................................................16

INSTRUCTIONS D'INSTALLATION ............................................17

Déballage du climatiseur............................................................17

Avant l'installation du climatiseur ..............................................18

Installation du climatiseur dans une gaine murale existante.....18

Installation du climatiseur dans la nouvelle gaine murale .........19

Achever l'installation ..................................................................20

Starting Your Air Conditioner .......................................................8

Changing Air Direction ...............................................................10

Normal Sounds...........................................................................10

AIR CONDITIONER CARE ...........................................................11

Cleaning the Air Filter .................................................................11

Cleaning the Front Panel............................................................11

Annual Maintenance...................................................................11

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................12

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................13

In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................13

In Canada ...................................................................................13

WARRANTY ..................................................................................14

UTILISATION DU CLIMATISEUR................................................21

Mise en marche du climatiseur ..................................................21

Changement de direction de l'air...............................................23

Sons normaux ............................................................................23

ENTRETIEN DU CLIMATISEUR ..................................................24

Nettoyage du filtre à air..............................................................24

Nettoyage du panneau avant.....................................................24

Entretien annuel..........................................................................24

DÉPANNAGE.................................................................................25

ASSISTANCE OU SERVICE.........................................................26

Au Canada..................................................................................26

GARANTIE.....................................................................................27

AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or

“WARNING.” These words mean:

You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediately follow instructions.

can be killed or seriously injured if you don't

You follow instructions.

All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what can

happen if the instructions are not followed.

WARNING:

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Do not use an extension cord.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here.

Too ls ne ed ed

■ Flat-blade and Phillips

screwdrivers

■ Pliers

■ Level

Parts supplied

Check that all parts are included in parts package.

■ Tape measure

■ Drill and ¹⁄₈" or smaller bit

■ Utility knife

Unplug air conditioner before servicing.

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed.

Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation.

The location should provide:

■ Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 cm) of where the

power cord exits the air conditioner. NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.

■ Free movement of air in room to be cooled.

■ A large enough opening for the air conditioner and sleeve

(sold separately).

■ Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner.

A. Trim frames (4) B. Insulating foam seals (2)

C. New grille D. #8 - 32 self-tapping screws (6)

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

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 to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

The electrical ratings for your air conditioner are listed on the model and serial number label. The model and serial number label is located behind the front panel on the front flange above the coil area.

Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart below. Follow the requirements for the type of plug on the power supply cord.

Power supply cord Wiring requirements

■ 115 volt (103.5 min. -

126.5 max.)

■ 0-7.5 amps

■ 15-amp time-delay fuse or

circuit breaker

■ Use on single outlet circuit only.

Power Supply Cord

NOTE: Yo ur uni t’s device may differ from the one shown.

RESET

TEST

■ 115 volt (103.5 min. -

126.5 max.)

■ 7.6-12 amps

■ 15-amp time-delay fuse or

circuit breaker

■ Use on single outlet circuit only.

¹⁄₄"

(0.6 cm)

■ 230/208 volt (197.6 min. -

253 max.)

■ 0-12 amps

■ 15 amp time-delay fuse or

circuit breaker

■ Use on single outlet circuit only.

Recommended ground method

This air conditioner must be grounded. This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having a grounded 3 prong plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to have a properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a qualified electrical installer.

It is the customer's responsibility:

■ To contact a qualified electrical installer.

■ To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in

conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.

Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269

A. Reset button B. Test button

This room air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord required by UL. This power supply cord contains state-of-the-art electronics that sense leakage current. If the cord is crushed, the electronics detect leakage current and power will be disconnected in a fraction of a second.

WARNING

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 to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

To test your power supply cord:

1. Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

2. Press RESET.

3. Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button will trip and pop

out).

4. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will

latch and remain in). The power supply cord operation.

NOTES:

■ The Reset button must be pushed in for proper operation.

■ The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to trip when

the test button is pressed or fails to reset.

■ Do not use the power supply cord as an off/on switch. The

power supply cord is designed as a protective device.

■ A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new

power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer and must not be repaired.

■ The power supply cord contains no user serviceable parts.

Opening the tamper-resistant case voids all warranty and performance claims.

is ready for

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpack the Air Conditioner

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

Remove packaging materials

■ Remove and properly dispose of packaging materials.

Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the air conditioner. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry.

■ Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable

fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.

■ Handle air conditioner gently.

Before Installing Air Conditioner

This air conditioner has been designed for installation through the wall in a sleeve. It is the responsibility and obligation of the customer to have this product installed by a qualified technician familiar with through-the-wall installation.

If you choose to install the air conditioner yourself, read all installation instructions, as well as the electrical requirements and operating instructions, before installing your unit. This will help to avoid any installation problems and will help ensure trouble-free performance of your new air conditioner.

Wall sleeve dimensions: 26.75" x 15.75" x 15" (68 cm x 40 cm x 38.1 cm)

1. Remove screws attaching the existing grille to the wall sleeve.

2. Remove the existing grille from the wall sleeve.

3. Remove all debris from inside the wall sleeve.

4. Insert new grille into wall sleeve. NOTE: Make sure that the word “To p” is readable from inside

the room.

5. Secure the grille to the sleeve by inserting 6 - #8 - 32 selftapping screws (provided) through the holes in the grille and into the sleeve.

Insert the 6 - #8 - 32 self-tapping screws (provided)

through the holes in the grille and into the wall sleeve.

Install Air Conditioner in Existing Wall Sleeve

■ Remove existing rear grille and install the new grille that came

with your air conditioner. NOTE: If the new rear grille is not installed in the existing wall

sleeve, your air conditioner will not operate correctly and the warranty will be void.

■ Handle air conditioner gently.

■ Be sure your air conditioner does not fall out of the opening

during installation or removal.

■ The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner

should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded outlet.

■ Be sure the wall where the air conditioner will be installed will

support the weight of the unit.

■ Do not install the air conditioner where the plastic cabinet

front will be exposed to a heat source that raises the surface temperature above 120ºF (49ºC).

■ Do not block the louvers in the front panel.

1. Measure the existing wall sleeve.

2. See the section that matches the dimensions of the existing

wall sleeve.

Wall sleeve dimensions: 26" x 15.625" x 16.875" (66 cm x

39.9 cm x 42.9 cm)

1. Remove the existing grille from the wall sleeve.

2. Remove all debris from inside the wall sleeve.

3. Remove the tabs on the sides of the grille (provided with your

new air conditioner) by bending the tabs back and forth using a pair of pliers.

A. Remove the tabs using a pair of pliers.

4. Insert new grille into wall sleeve. NOTE: Make sure that the word “To p” is readable from inside

the room.

5. Using the grille as a template, mark location of 2 holes on the

top of the wall sleeve. Drill ¹⁄₈" holes into the wall sleeve.

A. Drill

¹⁄₈

" holes into the wall sleeve.

6. Attach the rear grille using #8 - 32 self-tapping screws

(provided).

5. Secure the grille to the wall sleeve by using the screws (provided) in the same locations as the screws in the grille that was removed.

Wall sleeve dimensions: 25.5" x 15.25" x 17.5" (64.8 cm x

38.7 cm x 44.5 cm) or 25⁷⁄₈" x 15¹⁷⁄₃₂" x 16²³⁄₃₂" (65.7 cm x

39.45 cm x 42.47 cm)

1. Remove the existing grille from the wall sleeve.

2. Remove all debris from inside the wall sleeve.

3. Remove the tabs on the sides of the grille (provided) with your

new air conditioner by bending the tabs back and forth using a pair of pliers.

A. Remove the tabs using a pair of pliers.

4. Insert new grille into sleeve. NOTE: Make sure that the word “To p” is readable from inside

the room.

Insert grille and attach with screws (provided).

Wall sleeve dimensions: 27" x 16.75" (68.58 cm x

42.55 cm) or greater

These sleeves require a larger rear grille and installation parts than the ones provided with this air conditioner. See your local supplier for a kit to fit this size wall sleeve.

NOTE: If you install your new air condtioner into this size wall sleeve without using the kit, you will cause damage to your new air conditioner and the warranty will be void.

Install Air Conditioner in New Wall Sleeve

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard

Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.

■ Install the new grille that came with your air conditioner or

new wall sleeve. NOTE: If this grille is not installed in the wall sleeve, your air

conditioner will not operate correctly and the warranty will be void.

■

Handle air conditioner gently.

■ Be sure your air conditioner does not fall out of the opening

during installation or removal.

■ The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner

should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded outlet.

■ Be sure the wall where the air conditioner will be installed will

support the weight of the air conditioner.

■ Do not install the air conditioner where the plastic cabinet

front will be exposed to a heat source that raises the surface temperature above 120ºF (49ºC).

■ Do not block the louvers in the front panel.

Wall sleeve dimensions: 26.75" x 15.75" x 15" (68 cm x 40 cm x 38.1 cm)

1. Remove the front and back covers from the new wall sleeve. NOTE: Save the covers for future use to seal the wall sleeve if

the air conditioner is removed.

2. Clean out any debris from the inside of the wall sleeve, making sure the inside is clean and that the drain holes are completely open.

3. Insert new grille into sleeve. NOTE: Make sure that the word “To p” is readable from inside

the room.

4. Secure the grille to the sleeve by inserting the 6 - #8 - 32 selftapping screws (provided) through the holes in the grille and into the sleeve.

A. Insulating foam seals B. Trim frame

3. Slide the trim frame onto the air conditioner until the foam

makes a seal with the wall sleeve.

Complete Installation

1. Assemble trim frame by laying the 4 frame pieces face down on a flat surface and snapping them securely together.

2. Install the ¹⁄₄" insulating foam around the inside edge of the trim frame. Begin in the bottom left corner and place the insulating foam around the entire inside of trim frame. Check to be sure foam is flush with the bottom edge of the trim frame.

A. Trim frame against wall sleeve

4. Check that Fan Control is Off.

WARNING

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 to follow these instructions can result in

death, fire, or electrical shock.

5. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

6. Press RESET on power supply cord.

AIR CONDITIONER USE

Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the best possible results.

This section explains proper air conditioner operation. IMPORTANT:

■ If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes

before turning it back on. This prevents the air conditioner from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker.

■ Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode

when outside temperature is below 66°F (19°C). The inside evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not operate properly.

NOTES:

■ In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will

operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.

■ If the electronic control will not respond to touch pad or

remote control commands, it is necessary to unplug the unit from the electrical outlet for 5 seconds before plugging back in.

Starting Your Air Conditioner

Models without heat

Models with heat

1. Press POWER to turn on air conditioner.

NOTE: When the unit is turned on, it will display the previous

settings for the mode, fan speed and temperature.

2. Choose mode. See “Mode.”

3. Choose fan speed. See “Fan Speed.”

4. Choose temperature. See “Temperature.”

Mode

1. Press and hold MODE.

2. Choose COOL, FAN, HEAT (on some models) or POWER

SAVER.

■ Cool—Cools room. Press FAN SPEED to choose fan

speed. Then adjust the temperature by pressing the up or down arrow buttons.

■ Fan—Operates the fan at Low, High or Turbo (on some

models) speed, without cooling.

■ Power Saver—The fan will switch from the set fan speed

to LOW whenever the compressor turns off in response to the set temperature. When the compressor cycles back on, the fan will return to the set fan speed.

■ Heat (on some models)—The unit will circulate and heat

the air. When heater is powered off, low fan will automatically

stay on and run for 60 seconds. Low Fan indicator light will blink while the low fan is operating.

Models without heat

Models with heat

Fan Speed

Models without heat

1. Press and hold FAN SPEED.

2. Choose AUTO, TURBO, HIGH or LOW.

When Auto is selected, the fan speed will change automatically as the temperature in the room changes.

■ 7º or more above the set temperature will use Turbo.

■ 4º - 7º above the set temperature will use High.

■ 4º or below the set temperature will use Low.

Timer Delay

To set the Timer for a 1- to 24-hour delay until the air conditioner turns on (the air conditioner must be Off):

1. Press TIMER. Indicator light remain on.

2. Press the plus or minus pad to change the delay time from

1 to 24 hours.

3. To turn Timer off, press TIMER again.

To set the Timer delay for a 1- to 24-hour delay until the air conditioner turns off (air conditioner must be On):

1. Press TIMER. Indicator light will remain on.

2. Press the plus or minus pad to change the delay time from

1 to 24 hours. The display will automatically go back to the set temperature after 10 seconds.

3. To display the amount of time left, depress TIMER once.

4. To turn Timer off, press TIMER twice.

To operate air conditioner with remote control

NOTE: Remote control may vary in appearance.

Models with heat

1. Press FAN SPEED.

2. Choose AUTO, HIGH or LOW.

When Auto is selected, the fan speed will change automatically as the temperature in the room changes.

Cool mode:

■ 7º or more above the set temperature will use High.

■ 7º or less above the set temperature will use Low.

Heat mode:

■ 7º or more below the set temperature will use High.

■ 7º or less below the set temperature will use Low.

Temperature

■ Press the TEMP plus pad to raise the temperature 1º until it

reaches 88ºF (31ºC).

NOTE: Two AAA batteries (included) power the remote control. Replace batteries after 6 months of use, or when the remote control starts to lose power.

■ Press the TEMP minus pad to lower the temperature 1º until it

reaches 66ºF (19ºC).

NOTE: By pressing both pads at once, the display will switch from ºF to ºC.

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