Whirlpool ACC108PS, ACM124PS Owner's Manual

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Whirlpool ACC108PS, ACM124PS Owner's Manual

AIR CONDITIONER

Use & Care Guide

For questions about features, operation/performance, parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 in the U.S.A.

ACONDICIONADOR

DE AIRE

Manual de Uso y Cuidado

Si tiene preguntas respecto a las características, funcionamiento, rendimiento, partes, accesorios o servicio técnico,

llame al: 1-800-253-1301 en los EE. UU.

Table of Contents/Índice .....................................

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

2

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................

3

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

3

Location Requirements................................................................

3

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................

4

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................

6

Unpacking ....................................................................................

6

Window Installation (on some models)........................................

6

Through-the-Wall Cabinet Installation .........................................

8

Complete Installation .................................................................

10

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

11

Starting Your Air Conditioner—Digital Control ..........................

11

Starting Your Air Conditioner—Rotary Control

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

14

Normal Sounds...........................................................................

14

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

15

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

15

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

15

Repairing Paint Damage ............................................................

15

Annual Maintenance...................................................................

15

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................

15

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

17

Accessories ................................................................................

17

ÍNDICE

SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE......................

18

REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN.................................................

19

Herramientas y piezas................................................................

19

Requisitos de ubicación.............................................................

19

Requisitos eléctricos..................................................................

20

INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.........................................

22

Desempaque ..............................................................................

22

Instalación en una ventana (en algunos modelos) ....................

22

Instalación a través de la pared.................................................

25

Complete la instalación..............................................................

26

USO DE SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE................................

27

Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire —

 

Control digital .............................................................................

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Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire—

 

Control rotativo...........................................................................

30

Cómo cambiar la dirección del aire ...........................................

31

Sonidos normales.......................................................................

31

CÓMO CUIDAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE...................

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Limpieza del filtro de aire ...........................................................

32

Limpieza del panel delantero .....................................................

32

Reparación de la pintura dañada...............................................

32

Mantenimiento anual..................................................................

32

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................................

33

AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO...................................................

35

Accesorios..................................................................................

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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:

DANGER

WARNING

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

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

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Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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

Do not use an extension cord.

Unplug air conditioner before servicing.

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

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.

Tools Needed

Flat-blade and Phillips

Tape measure

 

screwdrivers

Drill and ³⁄" or smaller bit

 

Level

 

 

Through-the-wall installation:

In addition to the tools listed above, the following tools are needed for though-the-wall installation.

Saw

1" (2.5 cm) or thicker

Wood preservative

 

lumber

 

7 - #10 x 1" wood screws

Caulk

 

 

Parts supplied (on some models)

Check that all parts are included in parts package.

 

B

A

 

 

I

C D E F G

 

H

 

 

J

A. Foam window sash seal

F. #10 x ³⁄ " round-head screws (6)

B. Window lock brackets (2)

G. #10 x ⁄ " pan-head Phillips

C. #10 x ¹⁄ " pan-head Phillips

screws (4)

screws (6)

H. Top channel

D. #10 x ³⁄ " washer-head

I. Side curtains (2)

Phillips screws (4)

J. Foam seal

E.#10 x ¹⁄ " pan-head Phillips screws (4)

NOTE: Installation parts are supplied for double-hung windows up to 40" (101.6 cm) wide. A special Wide Window Kit is available from your dealer or service center. See “Accessories.”

Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Check the location where 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.

Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air conditioner weighs between 88 and 100 lbs (40 to 45 kg).

NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.

A

A. Cabinet louvers

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Window installation

Window opening measurements:

27" min. to 38" max. (68.6 cm to 95.5 cm) opening width.

16¹⁄" min. (41.3 cm) opening height.

A

B

A.27" min. (68.6 cm)

B.16¹⁄" min. (41.3 cm)

Through-the-wall installation

The wall opening measurements should be:

Height: 16" (40.6 cm) plus twice the thickness of wood used to build frame.

Width: 22⁄" (57.5 cm) plus twice the thickness of wood used to build frame.

C

A

B

 

C

A. 16" (40.6 cm)

C. Wood thickness

B. 22⁄" (57.5 cm)

 

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.

Ground wire must be connected to ground screw located in lower right corner of air conditioner when air conditioner is in cabinet.

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 flange below the control panel 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.)

 

0-12 amps

 

15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker

 

Use on single outlet circuit only.

230-volt (207 min. - 253 max.)

 

¹⁄ "

 

0-12 amps

(0.6 cm)

 

 

 

15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use on single outlet circuit only.

230-volt (207 min. - 253 max.)

0-16 amps

 

 

 

20-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker

 

 

 

Use on single outlet circuit only.

 

 

 

 

 

¹⁄ "

230-volt (207 min. - 253 max.)

 

0-24 amps

(1.3 cm)

 

 

 

30-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use on single outlet circuit only.

 

 

 

 

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Recommended grounding 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

Power Supply Cord

NOTE: Your unit’s device may differ from the ones shown.

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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 is ready for 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.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking

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 dispose of/recycle all 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.

1.Remove air conditioner from carton and place it on cardboard.

2.Remove shipping screw from side of cabinet.

A

A. Shipping screw

3.Remove front panel from air conditioner and set aside.

4.Remove ground screw and ground wire from front of air conditioner base. Save ground screw.

A

B

A.Green ground wire

B.Ground screw

5.Pull on handle to slide air conditioner out of cabinet. Place air conditioner on cardboard.

A

A. Handle

NOTE: Do not lift, push, pull or remove any expanded polystyrene (foam) from inside the air conditioner. It is not packing material.

Window Installation (on some models)

NOTES:

Handle air conditioner gently.

Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the opening during installation or removal.

The location where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded

3 prong outlet.

Do not block the louvers on the front panel.

Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.

Attach Top Channel

NOTE: Attach top channel and side curtains to air conditioner cabinet before placing cabinet in window.

1.Locate supplied bag of screws.

2.Place top channel on top of air conditioner cabinet, lining up the 3 holes in top channel with the 3 holes on top of air conditioner cabinet.

3.Using 3 - #10 x ³⁄" pan-head Phillips screws, attach top channel to air conditioner cabinet.

B A B B

A.Top channel

B.#10 x ³⁄" pan-head Phillips screws (3)

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Attach Side Curtains

1.Locate provided bag of screws.

2.Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain housing in top and bottom curtain guides on air conditioner cabinet.

Back View

A B

A.Curtain housing

B.Curtain guides

Bottom View

A

B

A.Curtain housing

B.Curtain guides

3.Extend right-hand curtain outward so you may insert the first screw through the middle hole of the curtain. Using #10 x ¹⁄ " pan-head Phillips screw, screw curtain to middle hole in air conditioner cabinet.

NOTE: This screw is required to correctly attach curtain (top to bottom) to the air conditioner cabinet.

4.While the right-hand curtain is still extended, insert

#10 x ¹⁄ " pan-head Phillips screws into the top and bottom slots of curtain. Screw curtain to the top and bottom holes in air conditioner cabinet.

NOTE: Some curtains may have 2 slots at each end. You will be able to see a mounting hole through the correct slot.

5.Slide curtain housing into guides as far as it will go.

6.Repeat above steps for left-hand curtain.

Attach foam adhesive seal

Attach foam adhesive seal along the bottom of the curtain bottom channel.

A

B

A.Curtain housing

B.Foam adhesive seal

Install Cabinet into Window

Handle air conditioner gently.

Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the opening during installation or removal.

The location where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not block the louvers on the front panel.

Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.

1.Center empty cabinet in window. Check that lower rail of air conditioner cabinet is behind and against back side of windowsill. Maintain a firm hold on the air conditioner cabinet. Lower window sash to hold cabinet in place.

2.Measure the distance between the right-hand side of the cabinet and the inside of the window channel.

3.Repeat for the left side. Adjust the cabinet until the distance on each side is the same.

A

B

C

A.Window sash

B.Empty cabinet

C.Window channel

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4.Use a ³⁄ " drill bit to drill 3 starter holes ³⁄ " deep through the 3 holes in the cabinet and into the windowsill.

5.Attach cabinet to windowsill with 3 - #10 x ³⁄ " pan-head Phillips screws.

B

A

A

A.#10 x ³⁄ " pan-head Phillips screws

B.Windowsill

6.Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so that water will run to the outside.

Attach Side Curtains to Window Frame

1.Pull left-hand curtain out until it fits into window channel. Use a ³⁄ " drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the curtain housing and into the lower window sash.

Front View

Top View

B

A

C

A.Left-hand curtain

B.Window channel

C.#10 x ³⁄ " round-head screw

2.Insert one of the #10 x ³⁄ " round-head screws through hole and into lower window sash. Insert one of the

#10 x ³⁄ " round-head screws through threaded hole in top of curtain.

A

B

A.#10 x ³⁄ " round-head screw

B.Hole for #10 x ³⁄ " round-head screw

3.Repeat for right-hand curtain.

Complete Window Installation

1.Insert foam seal behind the top of the lower window sash and against the glass of the upper window.

2.Place window-lock bracket on top of lower window and against upper window sash.

3.Use a ³⁄ " drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the bracket and into the window sash.

4.Attach window-lock bracket to window sash with

#10 x ³⁄ " round-head screw to secure window in place.

B

A C

 

D

 

D

A. Window lock bracket

C. Upper window glass

B. Foam seal

D. #10 x ³⁄ " pan-head Phillips screws (3)

Through-the-Wall Cabinet Installation

NOTES:

Handle air conditioner gently.

Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the opening during installation or removal.

The location where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded

3 prong outlet.

Do not block the louvers on the front panel.

Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.

It is the customer's responsibility and obligation to have this product installed by a qualified technician familiar with through-the-wall room air conditioner installations.

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Option 1—Wood, metal or plastic molding

When you are using wood, metal or plastic molding, the wood frame should line up with inside wall as shown.

A B C

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A. Molding

C. Wood frame

B. Inside wall

D. Louvers

Option 2—Plastered wall with no molding

If the plastered wall is to be flush with the cabinet and no molding is used, the wood frame must be set ¹⁄ " (13 mm) into the inside wall.

A B C

D

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A. Plastered wall

C. Wood frame

B. Inside wall

D. Louvers

Install Wood Frame

1.Construct wood frame. See “Location Requirements” for dimensions.

2.Measure outside width and height of frame to determine wall opening dimensions.

3.Cut opening through the wall. Remove and save insulation.

NOTES:

Dimension for depth depends on wall thickness and type of molding.

Do not block louvers in air conditioner cabinet.

Use 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker lumber for wood frame.

A

B

C

A.Outside width

B.Outside height

C.Depth

4.Apply wood preservative to the outside exposed surface.

5.Insert the frame in the wall opening. Square and level frame.

6.Attach frame securely to the wall.

Install Cabinet into Wood Frame

1.Insert cabinet into the framed wall opening.

The top of the cabinet should extend ¹⁄ " (13 mm) into the room. If there is trim, the cabinet should extend ¹⁄ " (13 mm) past the trim.

B

A

A.¹⁄" (13 mm) extending into room

B.Trim

2.Use a level to check that cabinet is level side to side.

A

A.Level

3.Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so that water will run to the outside.

4.Reuse the insulation to seal opening between cabinet and frame.

5.Use existing holes and 6 - #10 x 1" wood screws (not provided) to attach cabinet to frame.

NOTE: Do not overtighten screws or cabinet will distort and provide a poor air seal between cabinet and air conditioner.

6.Caulk all outside wall openings around cabinet.

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Complete Installation

NOTE: Handle air conditioner gently.

1.Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside of the cabinet.

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.

2. Insert air conditioner into cabinet.

REMEMBER: Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside of the cabinet.

A

A.Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside of the cabinet.

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Connect green ground wire to ground screw.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

3.Connect green ground wire to cabinet base with ground screw.

Position ground wire pointing straight up. Put excess ground wire between coil and air conditioner cabinet.

A

+

+ B

A.Green ground wire

B.Ground screw

4.Remove the 2 front panel screws from air conditioner base.

5.Insert front tabs of front panel into top of cabinet and swing front into place.

6.Attach bottom front of panel with front panel screws. Replace control knobs (on some models).

NOTE: For through-the-wall installations, if needed, install molding around room side of cabinet.

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.

7.Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

8.Press RESET on the power supply cord plug.

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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 the air conditioner off, 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 65°F (18°C). The inside evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not operate properly.

NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.

Starting Your Air Conditioner—Digital Control

NOTES:

When the air conditioner is off, the display shows the current room temperature.

If the room temperature is below 55ºF (13ºC), the display will show 55ºF (13ºC). If the room temperature is above 99ºF (37ºC), the display will show 99ºF (37ºC).

1.Remove clear protective film from control panel and front panel badge (on some models).

2.Press POWER to turn on air conditioner.

NOTE: When air conditioner is turned on for the first time after it is plugged in, it will display the default settings: Cool mode, Turbo fan speed, 72°F (22°C) for 3 seconds. When it is turned on at all other times, it will display the previous settings for 3 seconds, and then display the room temperature.

3.Select mode. See “Mode.”

4.Select fan speed. See “Fan Speed.”

5.Set temperature. See “Temperature.”

Mode

1.Press MODE until you see the indicator light come on for the setting you desire.

2.Choose Cool, Fan Only or Power Saver.

Cool—Cools room. You can adjust temperature by pressing the plus or minus button. You can select fan speed by pressing Fan Speed.

Fan Only—Only the fan runs. You can select the fan speed by pressing Fan Speed, but you cannot adjust the Temperature control setting. Display shows the current room temperature.

Power Saver—Fan runs only when cooling is needed. You can select the fan speed by pressing Fan Speed.

Because the fan does not circulate the room air continuously, less energy is used, but the room air is not circulated as often. Use Power Saver when you are asleep or away from home.

Fan Speed

1.Press FAN SPEED until you see the indicator light come on for the setting you desire.

2.Choose Turbo, High, Low or Auto.

Filter Monitor

1.When filter indicator light is lit or flashing, remove, clean and replace air filter. See “Cleaning the Air Filter.”

2.Press and hold FILTER for 3 seconds after cleaning and replacing the air filter. This resets the filter monitor.

NOTE: After 360 hours of fan operating time, the filter indicator light will turn on. It will remain on for 180 hours or until you press FILTER. After 180 hours, it will flash. It will continue flashing until you press FILTER.

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