Whirlpool ACQ184XR1, ACQ152XR1 Owner’s Manual

AIRCONDITIONER

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TABLEOF 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 ...................................................................... 6

SMART-MOUNT TM Tray Assembly ................................................ 6

Prepare Air Conditioner for Window Installation ......................... 8

Position the Air Conditioner in Window ....................................... 9

Complete Installation ................................................................. 10

Through-the-Wall Installation ..................................................... 10

SMART-MOUNT TM Tray Assembly .............................................. 12

Position the Air Conditioner Through the Wall .......................... 14

Complete Installation ................................................................. 15

iNDICE

SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE ...................... 23

REQUISITOS DE INSTALACION ................................................. 23

Herramientas y piezas ................................................................ 23

Requisites de ubicaci6n ............................................................. 24

Requisites electricos .................................................................. 25

INSTRUCClONES DE INSTALAClON ......................................... 26

Desempaque el acondicionador de aire .................................... 26

Instalacidn en la ventana ............................................................ 26

Bandeja de ensamblaje SMART-MOUNT TM ............................... 27

Prepare el acondicionador de aire para

la instalaci6n en una ventana ..................................................... 28

Colocaci6n del acondicionador de aire en la ventana .............. 29

Complete la instalaci6n .............................................................. 31

Instalacidn a traves de la pared ................................................. 31

Bandeja de ensamblaje SMART-MOUNT TM ............................... 32

Colocaci6n del acondicionador de aire para

la instalaci6n a traves de la pared ............................................. 35

AIR CONDITIONER USE .............................................................. 15

Starting Your Air Conditioner-- Digital Control .......................... 15

Starting Your Air Conditioner--Rotary Control .......................... 18

Changing Air Direction ............................................................... 19

Normal Sounds ........................................................................... 19

AIR CONDITIONER CARE ........................................................... 20

Cleaning the Air Filter ................................................................. 20

Cleaning the Front Panel ............................................................ 20

Repairing Paint Damage ............................................................ 20

Annual Maintenance ................................................................... 20

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 20

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE ......................................................... 21

In the U.S.A................................................................................ 21

In Canada ................................................................................... 22

Accessories ................................................................................ 22

Complete la instalaci6n .............................................................. 36

COMO USAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE ....................... 36

C6mo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire--

Control digital ............................................................................. 36

Cdmo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire--

Control rotativo ........................................................................... 39

C6mo cambiar la direcci6n del aire ........................................... 40

Sonidos normales ....................................................................... 41

COMO CUIDAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE ................... 41

Limpieza del filtro de aire ........................................................... 41

Limpieza del panel delantero ..................................................... 41

Reparaci6n de la pintura da_ada ............................................... 41

Mantenimiento anual .................................................................. 41

SOLUClON DE PROBLEMAS ...................................................... 41

AYUDA O SERVICIO TECNICO ................................................... 43

En los EE.UU .............................................................................. 43

Accesorios .................................................................................. 43

AIRCONDITIONERSAFETY

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 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

This is the safety alert symbol. "WARNING." These words mean:

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.

iNPORTANTSAFETYiNSTRUCTiONS

WARNING:Toreducetheriskoffire,electricalshockorinjurywhenusingyourairconditioner,foilowthesebasicprecautions:

• 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

INSTALLATIONREQUIREMENTS

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

• 1/4"nut driver

• 7/16" wrench

• Scissors

Through-the-Wall Installation

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

• Saw • Caulk

• Wood preservative • 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker

• Pencil

• Tape measure

• Level

• Drill

• %2" or smaller drill bit

lumber

[] Unplug air conditioner before servicing. [] Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.

SMART-MOUNT '_tray assembly installation

E F G H / J

A. Tray back B. Tray center

C. Tray sides (2) D. Support legs (2)

E.#8-18x _"hex- H. Hexnuts(4)

head screws (4) L Carriage bolts (4)

F Flatwashers(4) J.#10-12x1_"slot-

G. Lock washers (4) head wood screws (2)

Parts supplied

Check that all partsare included in parts package. Air conditioner installation

A. Window-lock bracket B. #8 x _" pan-head screws (6)

C. #8 x ¾" round-head screws (3) D. #10 x _" pan-head screws (3)

E.Side curtains (2) F Top channel

G. Foam seal H. Side curtain frames (2)

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. Installation parts are supplied for double-hung windows.

• Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air conditioner weighs 80 Ibs (36.3 kg) to 125 Ibs (56.7 kg).

NOTE:Cabinetlouversmustnotbeobstructed.Airmustbeable topassfreelythroughthecabinetlouvers.

A. Cabinet louvers

Window Installation

Window opening measurements:

• 27" (68.6 cm) minimum to 40" (101.6 cm) maximum opening width.

• 19" (48.3 cm) minimum opening height.

A. 27" (68.6 cm) minimum, 40" (101.6 cm) maximum B. 19" (48.3 cm) minimum

E_ectrica_ 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 e_ectrica_ 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 on the right-hand side of the cabinet. 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.

Through-the-Wall Installation

The wall opening measurements should be:

• Height: 18" (45.7 cm) plus twice the thickness of wood used to build frame.

• Width: 26" (66 cm) plus twice the thickness of wood used to build frame.

• Depth: 2" (5 cm) minimum to 8" (20.3 cm) maximum.

A. 18" (45.7 cm) C. Wood thickness

B.26" (66 cm) D. 2" (5cm)minimum to 8" (20.3 cm)maximum

• 230 volt (207 min. -

w' 253 max.)

(0.6 cm)

• 15-amp time-delay fuse or

_ • 0-12 amps

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. Tominimize 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.

circuit breaker

• Use on single outlet circuit only.

Itisthecustomer'sresponsibility:

• To contact a qualified electrical installer.

• To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSl/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

Power Supply Cord

NOTE: Your unit's device may differ from the one 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.

E_ectrica_ 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 etectrica_ 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.

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS

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.

Locate provided bag of pan-head screws.

Place the top channel on top of the air conditioner, lining up the holes in top channel with the holes on top of air

conditioner.

3. Using3- #10 x %" pan-head screws, attach top channel to

air conditioner.

B A B

A. Top channel B. #10 x _" pan-head screw

Using the tray back as a template, center in windowsill against outside edge of stool.

1. To assemble the tray frame, insert tab on tray back into slot on tray side. Check to see that the tab is engaged and the 2 pieces are aligned. Insert 2 - #8 - 18 x 1/4"hex-head screws

to secure.

2. Repeat with other tray side.

A. Tray back B. Windowsill

C. Outside edge of stool

Using the 2 inside screw holes in tray back, mark screw locations on windowsill for mounting the SMART-MOUNT TM tray.

A. Tray back B. #8 - 18x _" hex-head screws

C. Tray side

Attach support legs

1. Determine the correct slots on the tray side from the type of exterior construction of the building.

Thin wall construction (vinyl,wood, etc.)

3. Remove tray back. Using these marks, drill %2" pilot holes in

the windowsill approximately 11/2"(3.8 cm) deep.

A, First and second slots

Thick wall construction (brick)

A. Second and third slots

4. Then place flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. NOTE: Do not tighten. The leg must be able to move freely to

adjust angle when installed.

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2. Insert carriage bolt up through slot on tray-frame side and support leg.

3. Place one end of tray center over carriage bolt.

A. Hex nut D. Tray center B. Lock washer E. Carriage bolt

C. Flat washer

Insert second carriage bolt through tray side and attach other end of support leg.

NOTE: Do not tighten. The leg must be able to move freely to adjust angle when installed.

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A. Hex nut C. Flat washer B. Lock washer D. Carriage bolt

6. Install support leg on other side.

Install SMART-MOUNT ° Tray Assembly in window

1. From inside, place SMART-MOUNT TM tray, support legs facing

down, in the window. Match the holes in tray side with the predrilled holes in windowsill.

Using 2 - #10 - 12 x 11/2"slot-head wood screws, secure the tray frame to the window.

A.#10 - 12x 1_" slot-head woodscrews

NOTE: If the exterior of building can be damaged by support legs, place a board between the wall and support legs.

3. 3. Pullcurtaintowardopenendofcurtainframe.Withtraycenterpushedawayfromthewindowsill,placea levelontheanglededgeoftrayside.Besurelevelisagainst notchontrayside.AdjustSMART-MOUNTTM tray until bubble

indicates the tray is level.

4. Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain frame in top and bottom curtain guides on air conditioner.

A. Place level on angled edge against notch on tray side.

4. Tighten the hex nut just enough to hold tray center in place.

5. Repeat with other side.

6. Tighten hex nuts securely with 7_6"wrench.

Install side curtains

NOTE: Attach curtains to unit before placing unit in window,

1. Insert curtain into curtain frame. Make sure curtain end locks into curtain frame.

Topview

Bottom view

2. Push curtain in all the way.

Extend right-hand curtain outward so you may insert the first screw through the middle hole of the curtain. Using a #8 x %" pan-head 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.

A.#8 x _" pan-head screw

6. While the right-hand curtain is still extended, insert screws into top and bottom slots of curtain. Using #8 x %" pan-head screws, screw curtain to the top and bottom holes in air

conditioner cabinet.

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

8. Repeat above steps for left-hand curtain.

• Handle air conditioner with care.

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

• Do not block the louvers on the front panel.

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

If window sash does not close flush against rear surface of top channel, remove air conditioner and adjust SMART-MOUNT TM tray until window sash closes flush against rear surface of top channel.

Correct installation

A. Window sash

B.Topchannel

C.Air conditioner

If your air conditioner looks like either of the illustrations in the "Incorrect installation" graphic, SMART-MOUNT _tray needs adjustment.

Incorrect installation

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.

Put air conditioner on SMART-MOUNT TM tray. Check that feet on bottom of air conditioner are behind and against back side

of windowsill. Lower window sash.

A. Window sash B. Feet on bottom of air conditioner

behind back side of windowsill

A. Window sash B. Top channel

C. Air conditioner

If the bottom of the air conditioner does not sit against the bottom of the SMART-MOUNT TM tray, remove air conditioner and adjust angle of tray until air conditioner sits against the bottom of the tray.

A. Air conditioner sitting on SMART-MOUNT" tray B. SMART-MOUNT" tray

Attach side curtains to window

1. Pull left-hand curtain frame out until it fits into the window channel. Repeat with right-hand curtain frame.

2. Insert one of the #8 x 3/4"round-head screws through left- hand curtain frame and into the window channel to fasten the

curtain frame to the window.

3. Repeat for right-hand curtain frame.

Front view

A. Hole for #8 x _" round-head screw B. Side curtain

Topview

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

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A. Upper window sash

B. Window-lock bracket

E_ectrica_ 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 etectrica_ shock.

A. Side curtain against window channel B. Window channel C. #8 x _" round-head screw

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

A. Lower window sash B. Foam seal

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

3. Use a 3/32,,drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the bracket into the window sash.

5. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

6. Press RESET on the power supply cord plug.

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.

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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.

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7. Place a 3/4"(2 cm) thick by 2" (5 cm) wide wood strip on the bottom of the opening against the inside edge.

A. Plastered wall C. Wood frame

B. Inside wall D. Louvers

Installing 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 heavier lumber for wood frame.

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A. Outside width B. Outside height

C. Depth

A. ! 7¼" (43.8 cm) B. 2" (5 cm) wide

Center the tray back in the opening and align it with the inside

C. _" (2 cm) thick D. Indoor side of wall opening

edge of the opening. Using the 2 inside screw holes in the tray back, mark screw locations for mounting the SMART-MOUNT TM tray.

A. Flush with inside wall

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. Inside screw holes B. Indoor side of wall opening

Remove the tray back. Using these marks, drill %2" pilot holes approximately 11/2"(3.8 cm) deep.

1. To assemble the tray frame, insert tab on tray back into slot

on tray side, Check to see that the tab is engaged and the 2 pieces are aligned. Insert 2 - #8 - 18 x 1/4"hex-head screws to secure.

2. Repeat with other tray side.

Thickwallconstruction(brick)

A. Second and third slots

2. Insert carriage bolt up through slot on tray-frame side and support leg,

A.Trayback B.#8- 18x _" hex-headscrews

C.Trayside

Attach support legs

1. Determine the correct slots on the tray side from the type of exterior construction of the building.

Thin wall construction (vinyl,wood, etc.)

3. Place one end of tray center over carriage bolt,

A. First and second slots

4. Then place flat washer, lock washer and hex nut. NOTE: Do not tighten. The leg must be able to move freely to

adjust angle when installed.

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A.Hex nut D.Traycenter B.Lock washer E.Carriagebolt

C.Flat washer

Insert second carriage bolt through tray side and attach other end of support leg.

NOTE: Do not tighten. The leg must be able to move freely to adjust angle when installed.

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2. Using 2 - #10 - 12 x 11/2"slot-head wood screws, secure the tray-frame assembly to the wall opening.

Left Side

A. #10 - 12x 1½" slot-head wood screw

Right Side

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A. Hex nut C. Flat washer B. Lock washer D.Carriage bolt

6. Install support leg on other side.

Install SMART-MOUNT _ Tray Assembly in Wall Opening

1. From inside, place SMART-MOUNTTMtray, support legs facing down, in the wall opening. Match the holes in tray side with the predrilled holes in wall opening.

A. #10 - 12 x 1½" slot-head wood screw

NOTE: If the exterior of building can be damaged by support legs, place a board between the wall and support legs.

3. With tray center pushed away from the wall opening, place a level on the angled edge of tray side. Be sure level is against notch on tray side. Adjust SMART-MOUNT TM tray until bubble indicates the tray is level.

A. Place level on angled edge against notch on tray side.

4. Tighten the hex nut just enough to hold tray center in place.

5. Repeat with other side.

6. Tighten hex nuts securely with 7_6"wrench.

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• Handle air conditioner with care.

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

• Do not block the louvers on the front panel.

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

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.

Place the air conditioner in the SMART-MOUNT TM tray. Check that feet on bottom of air conditioner are resting on the 3/4" (1.9 cm) x 2" (5 cm) wood strip at the bottom of the wall opening and the top channel rests against the top of the wall opening.

2. If the feet on the bottom of the air conditioner do not rest on

the wood strip, remove the air conditioner and adjust the SMART-MOUNT TM tray until feet rest on the wood strip.

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A. Air conditioner

B. Feet on bottom of air conditioner

C. _" (!.9 cm) x 2" (5 cm) wood strip

If top channel does not rest against the top of the wall opening, remove air conditioner and adjust SMART-MOUNT TM tray until top channel rests against wall.

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A. SMART-MOUNT" tray B.Feet on bottom ofair conditioner restingon wood strip

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C. Air conditioner

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