Whirlpool ACQ082XK1 User Manual

AIR CONDITIONER

Use & Care Guide

This guide contains useful information.

Read it carefully before using your room air conditioner.

For questions about features, operation/performance

parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 in the U.S.A.

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Table of Contents/Índice ..................................... 2

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

ÍNDICE

AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY .........................................................3

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

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

Location Requirements................................................................4

Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4

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

Unpacking ....................................................................................5

Installing Air Conditioner..............................................................6

Position the Air Conditioner Cabinet ...........................................7

Complete Installation ...................................................................8

AIR CONDITIONER USE................................................................9

Starting Your Air Conditioner.......................................................9

Changing Air Direction ...............................................................12

Normal Sounds ..........................................................................12

AIR CONDITIONER CARE...........................................................12

Cleaning the Air Filter.................................................................12

Cleaning the Front Panel............................................................12

Repairing Paint Damage ............................................................12

Annual Maintenance...................................................................12

TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................13

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................14

Accessories................................................................................14

SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE......................15

REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN.................................................15

Herramientas y piezas................................................................15

Requisitos de ubicación.............................................................16

Requisitos eléctricos..................................................................16

INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.........................................17

Desempaque ..............................................................................17

Installación del acondicionador de aire .....................................18

Colocación del gabinete del acondicionador de aire................19

Complete la instalación..............................................................21

CÓMO USAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE.......................22

Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire..................22

Cómo cambiar la dirección del aire ...........................................25

Sonidos normales.......................................................................25

CUIDADO DE SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE.......................25

Limpieza del filtro de aire ...........................................................25

Limpieza del panel delantero .....................................................25

Reparación de la pintura dañada...............................................25

Mantenimiento anual..................................................................25

SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................................26

AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO...................................................27

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

WARNING:

happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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.

Do not use an extension cord.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Tools and Parts

Assemble 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

■ Scissors

Through-the-wall installation

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

■ Saw

■ Wood preservative

■ Caulk

■ Tape measure

■ Drill and ³⁄₃₂" or smaller bit

■ 1" (2.5 cm) or heavier

lumber

■ #8 x ¹⁄₂" wood screws (6)

Unplug air conditioner before servicing.

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

Parts supplied (on some models)

Check that all parts are included in parts package.

A. Foam seals (2) B. Window-lock bracket C. #6 - 32 x

screws (2)

D. #8 x

screws (3)

¹⁄₄

" pan-head

³⁄₄

" round-head

E. #10 - 12 x

Phillips screws (3)

F. #8 - 18 x

screws (6)

G. Top channel

H. Side curtains (2)

³⁄₈

" pan-head

³⁄₈

" pan-head Phillips

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 to rooms to be cooled.

■ A large enough opening for the air conditioner.

■ Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air

conditioner weighs between 80 and 110 lb (36.3 to 49.9 kg).

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

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: 22⁵⁄₈" (57.5 cm) plus twice the thickness of wood used

to build frame.

A. 16" (40.6 cm) + 2 x C B. 22

⁵⁄₈

" (57.5 cm) + 2 x C

Electrical Requirements

WARNING

A. Cabinet louvers

Window installation (on some models)

Window opening measurements:

■ Width: 28" (71.1 cm) minimum to 40" (101.6 cm) maximum.

■ Height: 16¹⁄₄" (41.3 cm) minimum.

A. 28" (71.1 cm) minimum to 40" (101.6 cm) maximum B. 16

¹⁄₄

" (41.3 cm) minimum

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 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 plug outlet 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.

¹⁄₄"

(0.6 cm)

■ 230 volt (207 min. - 253 max.)

■ 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.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking

WARNING

Recommended ground method

For your personal safety, 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, Massachusetts 02269

3. Pull control knobs off (on some models).

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

5. Remove ground screw and ground wire from front of air

conditioner base. Save ground screw.

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 with care.

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

2. Remove shipping screw from side wall of cabinet.

A. Shipping screw

A. Green ground wire B. Ground screw

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

conditioner on cardboard.

A. Handle

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

Installing Air Conditioner

■ Handle air conditioner with care.

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

opening during installation or removal.

■ Where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be

placed no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Window installation (on some models)

Bottom View

A. Curtain housing B. Curtain guides

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 - 12 x ³⁄₈" pan-head Phillips screws, attach top

channel to air conditioner cabinet.

A. Top channel B. #10 - 12 x

³⁄₈

" pan-head Phillips screws

4. Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain housing in

top and bottom curtain guides on air conditioner cabinet.

Back View

A. Curtain housing B. Curtain guides

5. Extend right-hand curtain outward so you may insert the first

screw through the middle hole of the curtain. Using #8 - 18 x

pan-head screw, screw curtain to middle hole in air

³⁄₈" conditioner cabinet.

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

³⁄₈

A. #8 - 18 x

" pan-head screw

6. While the right-hand curtain is still extended, insert #8 - 18 x

³⁄₈" pan-head 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.

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

8. Repeat above steps for left-hand curtain.

Through-the-wall installation

NOTES:

■ 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.

■ Where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be

placed no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded 3prong outlet.

■ Do not block louvers.

Option 1—Wood, metal or plastic molding

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

A. Molding B. Inside wall

C. Wood frame D. Louvers

Option 2—Plaster 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.

Window installation (on some models)

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. Plastered wall B. Inside wall

C. Wood frame D. Louvers

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 heavier lumber for wood frame.

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.

A. Window sash B. Empty cabinet C. Window channel

4. Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so

that water will run to the outside.

5. Pull left-hand curtain out until it fits into 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

A. Left-hand curtain B. Window channel

Top View

Position the Air Conditioner Cabinet

■ Handle air conditioner with care.

■ Be sure your air conditioner cabinet 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 3prong outlet.

■ Do not block the louvers on the front panel.

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

A. Left-hand curtain B. Window channel

³⁄₄

C. #8 x

" round-head screw

6. Insert one of the #8 x ³⁄₄" round-head screws through hole

and into lower window sash. Insert one of the #6 - 32 x ¹⁄₄" pan-head screws through threaded hole in top of curtain.

7. Repeat for right-hand curtain.

A. Hole for #8 x B. Threaded hole C. #6 - 32 x

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

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

10. Use a ³⁄₃₂" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the bracket and into the window sash.

11. Attach window-lock bracket to window sash with #8 x ³⁄₄" round-head screw to secure window in place.

³⁄₄

" round-head screw

¹⁄₄

" pan-head screw

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

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 - #8 x ¹⁄₂" 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.

Complete Installation

NOTE: Handle air conditioner with care.

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

cabinet.

WARNING

A. Window lock bracket B. Foam seal C. Upper window glass

Through-the-wall installation

1. Insert cabinet into the framed wall opening.

The top of the cabinet should extend ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) into the room. If there is trim, the cabinet should extend ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) past the trim.

¹⁄₂

" (13 mm) extending into room

B. Trim

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.

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. Green ground wire B. Ground screw

4. Install foam seal in the gap between air conditioner base and cabinet. Push foam seal in at the sides and trim any excess material.

A. Foam seal

7. Attach bottom front of panel with front panel screws. Replace

control knobs (on some models). NOTE: Route power supply cord through notch in front panel.

A. Front panel screws B. Power supply cord notch

WARNING

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

6. Insert front tabs of front panel into top of cabinet and swing

front into place.

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.

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.

8. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Starting Your Air Conditioner

Power

ON/OFF

AUTO COOL FAN

POWER SAVER

MODE

TURBO HIGH LOW

FAN

SPEED

TIMER

ON/OFF

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