Whirlpool ACE184PT0 User 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, piezas, accesorios o servicio técnico,
llame al: 1-800-253-1301 en los EE. UU.
Table of Contents/Índice ..................................... 2
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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..................................................5
Unpack the Air Conditioner.......................................................... 5
Window Installation (on some models)........................................6
Through-the-Wall Cabinet Installation......................................... 9
Complete Installation .................................................................10
AIR CONDITIONER USE..............................................................11
Starting Your Air Conditioner—Digital Control ..........................12
Using the Remote Control .........................................................13
ÍNDICE
SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE......................19
REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN.................................................20
Herramientas y piezas................................................................20
Requisitos de ubicación.............................................................20
Requisitos eléctricos..................................................................21
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.........................................22
Desempaque el acondicionador de aire....................................22
Instalación en una ventana (en algunos modelos) ....................23
Instalación a través de la pared.................................................26
Complete la instalación..............................................................27
CÓMO USAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE.......................28
Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire—
Control digital .............................................................................29
Cómo usar el control remoto .....................................................30
Starting Your Air Conditioner—Rotary Control—
Cool Only Models.......................................................................14
Starting Your Air Conditioner—Rotary Control—
Heat/Cool Models ......................................................................15
Changing Air Direction ...............................................................16
Normal Sounds...........................................................................16
AIR CONDITIONER CARE ...........................................................16
Cleaning the Air Filter .................................................................16
Cleaning the Front Panel............................................................16
Repairing Paint Damage ............................................................16
Annual Maintenance...................................................................16
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................17
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................18
Accessories ................................................................................19
Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire—
Control rotativo—Modelos con sólo aire frío.............................31
Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire—
Control rotativo—Modelos con aire caliente/frío.......................32
Cómo cambiar la dirección del aire ...........................................33
Sonidos normales.......................................................................33
CUIDADO DE SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE......................34
Limpieza del filtro de aire ...........................................................34
Limpieza del panel delantero .....................................................34
Reparación de la pintura dañada...............................................34
Mantenimiento anual..................................................................34
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................................34
AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO...................................................36
Accesorios..................................................................................36
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
DANGER
WARNING
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.
follow instructions.
can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
You
instructions.
follow
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WARNING:
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
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.
Tools Needed
■ Flat-blade and Phillips
screwdrivers
■ Level
Through-the-Wall Installation:
In addition to the tools listed above, the following tools are
needed for through-the-wall installation.
■ Saw
■ Wood preservative
■ Caulk
Parts Supplied (on some models)
Check that all parts are included in parts package.
A
■ Tape measure
■ Drill and ³⁄₃₂" or smaller bit
■ 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker
lumber
■ #10 x 1" wood screws (7)
Unplug air conditioner before servicing.
Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.
NOTES:
■ On some models, the front panel is not attached to the air
conditioner. On these models, the 2 - #10 x ³⁄₄" painted
round-head Phillips screws (H) used to attach the front panel
will be included in the parts bag.
■ 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 145 and 200 lbs (65 to 96 kg).
NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able
to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
B
F
D
E
I
A. Support brackets with
adjustment bolts (2)
B. Foam window sash seal
C. Window lock bracket (2)
¹⁄₄
D. #10 x
E. #10 x
" pan-head Phillips
screws (6)
³⁄₈
" washer-head
Phillips thread-cutting
screws (4)
H
G
K
F. #10 x
G. #10 x
H. #10 x
screw (2) (on some models)
I. Top channel
J. Side curtains (2)
K. Foam adhesive seal
C
J
¹⁄₂
" pan-head Phillips screws (8)
³⁄₄
" round-head screws (6)
³⁄₈
" painted round-head Phillips
A
A. Cabinet louvers
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Window Installation
C
D
Through-the-Wall Installation
Window opening measurements:
■ 30" to 40" (76.2 cm to 101.6 cm) opening width.
■ 20" (50.8 cm) minimum opening height.
A
B
A. 30" (76.2 cm) minimum
B. 20" (50.8 cm) minimum
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 the ground screw located in
the lower right corner of the air conditioner when the air
conditioner is in the 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. to 126.5 max.)
■ 0 to 12 amps
■ 15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
■ Use on single outlet circuit only.
The wall opening measurements should be:
■ Width: 26¹⁄₂" (66.1 cm) plus twice thickness of wood used to
build frame.
■ Height: 19³⁄₄" (50.2 cm) plus twice thickness of wood used to
build frame.
■ Depth: Dimension for depth depends on the wall thickness
and the type of molding.
A
B
C
A. 19
B. 26
³⁄₄
" (50.2 cm)
¹⁄₂
" (66.1 cm)
C. Wood thickness
D. Depth
Power Supply Cord Wiring Requirements
¹⁄₄"
(0.6 cm)
■ 230-volt (207 min. to 253 max.)
■ 0 to 12 amps
■ 15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
■ Use on single outlet circuit only.
■ 230-volt (207 min. to 253 max.)
■ 0 to 16 amps
■ 20-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
■ Use on single outlet circuit only.
¹⁄₂"
(1.3 cm)
■ 230-volt (207 min. to 253 max.)
■ 0 to 24 amps
■ 30-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
■ Use on single outlet circuit only.
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.
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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: Yo ur un it’s device may differ from the ones shown.
A
TEST
TEST
A
A. Test button
B. Reset 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.
B
RESET
RESET
B
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 the 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 dispose of/recycle 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 the air conditioner gently.
1. Remove the air conditioner from the carton and place it on
cardboard.
2. On some models, remove the screws from the front panel.
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3. Remove the front panel from the air conditioner and set
aside.
4. Remove the shipping lock bracket and screw from the air
conditioner and set aside.
6. Pull on the handles to slide the air conditioner out of the
cabinet. Place the air conditioner on cardboard.
A B
A. Shipping lock bracket screw
B. Shipping lock bracket
5. Remove the ground screw and ground wire from the front of
the air conditioner. Save the ground screw.
A
B
A. Green ground wire
B. Ground screw
Window Installation (on some models)
NOTES:
■ Handle the 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
3prong 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
A
A. Handles
NOTE: Do not lift, push, pull or remove any expanded
polystyrene (foam) from inside the air conditioner. It is not
packing material.
3. Using 4 - #10 x ³⁄₈" washer-head Phillips thread-cutting
screws, attach the top channel to the air conditioner cabinet.
A
B
NOTE: Attach the top channel and the side curtains to the air
conditioner cabinet before placing the cabinet in the window.
1. Locate the bag of screws provided.
2. Place the top channel on top of the air conditioner cabinet,
lining up the 4 holes in the top channel with the 4 holes on top
of the air conditioner cabinet.
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A. Top channel
B. #10 x
³⁄₈
" washer-head Phillips thread-cutting screws
Attach Side Curtains
1. Locate the bag of screws provided.
2. Insert the top and then the bottom of the right-hand curtain
housing in the top and bottom curtain guides on the air
conditioner.
Top vi ew
A
B
4. While the right-hand curtain is still extended, insert #10 x ¹⁄₄"
pan-head Phillips screws into the top and bottom slots of
curtain. Screw the curtain to the top and bottom holes in the
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 the curtain housing into the curtain guides as far as it
will go.
6. Repeat the above steps for the left-hand curtain.
Attach foam adhesive seal
Attach the foam adhesive seal along the bottom of the bottom
curtain guide.
A. Curtain housing
B. Curtain guides
Bottom view
A
B
A. Curtain housing
B. Curtain guides
3. Extend the right-hand curtain outward so you may insert the
first screw through the middle hole of the curtain. Using
#10 x ¹⁄₄" pan-head Phillips screw, screw the curtain to the
middle hole in the air conditioner cabinet.
NOTE: This screw is required to correctly attach the curtain
(top to bottom) to the air conditioner cabinet.
A
B
A. Curtain housing
B. Foam adhesive seal
Install Cabinet into Window
NOTES:
■ Handle the 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
3prong outlet.
■ Do not block the louvers on the front panel.
■ Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.
1. Center the empty cabinet in the window. Check that the lower
rail of the air conditioner cabinet is behind and against the
back side of the windowsill. Maintain a firm hold on the air
conditioner cabinet. Lower the window sash to hold the
cabinet in place.
2. Measure the distance between the right-hand side of the
cabinet and the inside of the window channel.
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3. Repeat for the left side. Adjust the cabinet until the distance
B
A
C
B
on each side is the same.
Top Vi ew
A
B
C
A. Window channel
B. Left-hand curtain
C. #10 x
³⁄₄
" round-head screw
A. Window sash
B. Empty cabinet
C. Window channel
4. Use a ³⁄₃₂" drill bit to drill 4 starter holes ³⁄₈" deep through the
4 holes in the cabinet and into the windowsill.
5. Attach cabinet to windowsill with 4 - #10 x ¹⁄₂" pan-head
Phillips screws.
A
¹⁄₂
A. #10 x
B. Windowsill
" pan-head Phillips screws
A
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
2. Insert one of the #10 x ³⁄₄" round-head screws through the
hole in the top of the curtain.
3. Insert one of the #10 x ³⁄₄" round-head screws through the
slotted hole in the bottom of the curtain.
A
B
³⁄₄
A. #10 x
B. Slotted hole in the bottom of the curtain
" round-head screw
4. Repeat for the right-hand curtain.
Attach Support Brackets
1. Attach the support bracket to the cabinet by aligning the
holes in the bracket with the holes in the cabinet.
A
1. Pull the left-hand curtain out until it fits into the window
channel. Use a ³⁄₃₂" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the
hole in the curtain housing and into the lower window sash.
Front View
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A. Holes in cabinet and support bracket
2. Using #10 x ¹⁄₂" pan-head Phillips screws, attach the bracket
C
C
D
D
to the cabinet. Repeat for the other bracket.
3. Turn the adjustment bolt for each bracket until the bolt
touches the wall.
4. Turn the locking nut on the adjustment bolt to lock in position.
A
B
Complete Window Installation
1. Insert the foam window sash seal behind the top of the lower
window sash and against the glass of the upper window.
2. Place one window-lock bracket on top of the lower window
and against the upper window sash on each side of the
window.
3. Use a ³⁄₃₂" drill bit to drill a starter holes through the holes in
each bracket into the window sash.
4. Attach both the window-lock brackets to the window sash
with #10 x ³⁄₄" round-head screws to secure the window in
place.
B
A. Support bracket
B. Locking nut
C. Adjustment bolt
Through-the-Wall Cabinet Installation
NOTES:
■ Handle the 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
3prong 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.
A
A. Window lock brackets
B. Upper window glass
C. Foam window sash seal
A
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 ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) into the inside
wall.
B
C
A
Option 1—Wood, metal or plastic molding
When using a wood, metal or plastic molding, the wood frame
should line up with the inside wall as shown.
B
C
A
A. Molding
B. Inside wall
C. Wood frame
D. Louvers
A. Plastered wall
B. Inside wall
C. Wood frame
D. Louvers
Install Wood Frame
1. Construct the wood frame. See “Location Requirements” for
dimensions.
2. Measure the outside width and height of the frame to
determine the wall opening dimensions.
3. Cut the opening through the wall. Remove and save the
insulation.
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NOTES:
C
A
■ Dimension for depth depends on the wall thickness and
the type of molding.
■ Do not block louvers in the air conditioner cabinet.
■ Use 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker lumber for the wood frame.
A
2. Use a level to check that the cabinet is level side to side.
B
A. Outside width
B. Outside height
C. Depth
4. Apply the wood preservative to the outside exposed surface.
5. Insert the frame in the wall opening. Square and level the
frame.
6. Attach the frame securely to the wall.
Install Cabinet into Wood Frame
1. Insert the cabinet into the framed wall opening.
A
A. Level
3. Check that the air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside
so that water will run to the outside.
Complete Through-the-Wall Installation
1. Reuse the insulation to seal opening between the cabinet and
the frame.
2. Use the existing holes and 6 - #10 x 1" wood screws (not
provided) to attach the cabinet to the frame.
NOTE: Do not overtighten the screws or the cabinet will
distort and provide a poor air seal between the cabinet and
the air conditioner.
3. Caulk all outside wall openings around the cabinet.
A. Trim
Complete Installation
NOTE: Handle the 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 the air conditioner into cabinet.
NOTE: Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside
of the cabinet.
A
A. Ground wire outside of the cabinet
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WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Connect green ground wire to ground screw.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
5. Using 2 - #10 x ³⁄₈" painted round-head screws, attach the
bottom front of the panel.
3. Connect the green ground wire to the ground screw.
Position the ground wire pointing straight up. Put the excess
ground wire between the coil and the air conditioner cabinet.
A
B
A. Green ground wire
B. Ground screw
4. Push front panel straight on and then lower it slightly to lock it
into place.
NOTE: For through-the-wall installations, if needed, install the
molding around the 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.
6. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
7. Press RESET on the power supply cord. See “Electrical
Requirements.”
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 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.
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