Whirlpool ACU072XE User Manual
HOW TO MAKE A HOME 3.”
Installation Instructions and
Use 81 Care Guide
THROUGH-THE-WALL AIR CONDITIONER
PART NO. 23-1 l-1 186N-OOiY789600 Rev. A
MODELS: ACU072XE, ACUl02XE,
ACUl14XE
Contents
mportant Safety
Page
Important Safety Instructions ........................ 2
Electrical Requirements ................................. 3
Installation Instructions .................................. 7
Operating Instructions .................................. IO
Starting your air conditioner ........................ IO
The exhaust vent control ............................. 11
Changing air direction ................................. 11
Cleaning Instructions ................................... 12
Cleaning the front panel ............................... 12
Cleaning the slide-out air filter ...................... 13
Maintenance Instructions ............................. 14
Annual maintenance ..................................... 14
Energy saving tips ........................................ 15
Troubleshooting ............................................. 16
Requesting Assistance or Service ............... 17
Warranty ......................................................... 20
0 1995 Whirlpool Corporalion
Thank you for buying this appliance. Please
complete the form below. Have this information
ready if you need service or call with a question.
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Copy model and serial numbers from label (see
diagram below) and purchase date from
sales slip.
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Keep this book and sales slip together in a
handy place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
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label
nstructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
shock, or personal injury when using
your air conditioner, follow these basic
precautions:
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Read all instructions before using your
air conditioner.
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Complete the installation requirements
as described in “Installation Instructions” on pages 7-9.
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Never allow children to operate or play
with the air conditioner.
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Do not operate the air conditioner with
the front panel removed.
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Never clean air conditioner parts with
flammable fluids. The fumes can create
a fire hazard or explosion.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR
ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES
CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR
EXPLOSION.
It is your responsibility to be sure your air
conditioner:
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Is installed in a wall that will hold the
weight, and is secured according to the
installation instructions.
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Is connected only to the proper kind of
outlet, with the correct electrical supply and
grounding. (See “Electrical Requirements”
on pages 3-6.)
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Is the correct size for the area you want
to cool.
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Is used only for the job it was designed
to do.
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Is not used by children or anyone unable to
operate it properly.
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Is properly maintained.
Also, remove Energy Label and Buy Guide.
Use a damp cloth to take off any glue
residue. Do not use sharp instruments,
flammable fluids, or abrasive cleaners.
These can damage the material.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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Electrical Requirements
Below are electrical plug variations, choose the
one which matches the ampere rating of your
unit. Your model’s ampere rating is printed on the
model and serial number label, attached to the
unit, behind the front panel. (See diagram on
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2.)
OBSERVE ALL LOCAL CODES AND
ORDINANCES.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD
GROUNDING PRONG.
NOTE: If codes permit and a separate grounding
wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified
electrician determine that the grounding path is
adequate and not interrupted by plastic, non-
metallic gaskets or other insulating materials.
Do not use an extension cord.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
Fire Hazard
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PLUG TYPE
3.prong
groufling plug
Power supply cord
Power s”&~ly cord
‘K blade -
- 3.prong
grounding
type wall
receplacle
Receptacle
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1 Plug into a grounded three prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not fuse neutral or grounding circuit.
Do not use air conditioner with front
panel removed.
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Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, electrical shock, or
serious injury.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
115 volt models with amperes up
through 7.5
For 115 volt models with amperes
from 7.6 to 12.0
Electrical Shock Hazard
SEE PAGE
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Grounding
Prong
230/208 volt models with amperes
up through 12.0
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Electrical Requirements
Continued
Fire Hazard
Do not use an extension cord.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
115 volt models with amperes
up through 7.5
Receptacle wiring
Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of
14 gauge. Use copper wire only. It is the
responsibility of the consumer to provide
proper and adequate receptacle wiring,
installed by a qualified electrician. Observe
National Electrical Code and all local governing
codes and ordinances.
Electrical requirements
A 115 volt (103.5 min., 126.5 max.), 60 Hz,
AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is
required (time delay fuse or time delay circuit
breaker required). It is required that a separate
circuit, serving only this air conditioner, be
provided.
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Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded three prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not fuse neutral or grounding circuit.
Do not use air conditioner with front
panel removed.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, electrical shock, or
serious injury.
Sprang
groundlng
Plug
Electrical connection
Electrical ground is required on this air conditioner.
Recommended grounding method
For your personal safety, this air conditioner must
be grounded. This air conditioner is equipped
with a power supply cord having a 3-prong
grounding plug. To minimize possible shock
hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating
3prong grounding-type wall receptacle,
grounded in accordance with the National
Electrical Code (ANSVNFPA 70 - latest edition)
and local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall
receptacle is not available, it is the responsibility
of the customer to have a properly grounded
3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified
electrician.
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115 volt models with amperes
Fire Hazard
Do not use an extension cord.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded three prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not fuse neutral or grounding circuit.
Do not use air conditioner with front
panel removed.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, electrical shock, or
serious injury.
from 7.6 through
Receptacle wiring
Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of
14 gauge. Use copper wire only. It is the
responsibility of the consumer to provide
proper and adequate receptacle wiring,
installed by a qualified electrician. Observe
National Electrical Code and all local governing
codes and ordinances.
Electrical requirements
A 115volt (103.5 min., 126.5 max.), 60 Hz,
AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is
required (time delay fuse or time delay circuit
breaker required). It is required that a separate
circuit, serving only this air conditioner, be
provided.
12.0
3-prong
E;;;nding
3-prong
grounding
type wall
receptacle
(single
outlet)
Electrical connection
Electrical ground is required on this air conditioner.
Recommended grounding method
For your personal safety, this air conditioner must
be grounded. This air conditioner is equipped
with a power supply cord having a 3-prong
grounding plug. To minimize possible shock
hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating
3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle,
grounded in accordance with the National
Electrical Code (ANSVNFPA 70 - latest edition)
and local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall
receptacle is not available, it is the responsibility
of the customer to have a properly grounded
3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified
electrician.
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Electrical Requirements
Continued
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Domg so can result In death, fire, or
230/208 volt models with
amperes up through 12.0
Receptacle wiring
Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of
14 gauge. Use copper wire only. It is the
responsibility of the consumer to provide
proper and adequate receptacle wiring,
installed by a qualified electrician. Observe
National Electrical Code and all local governing
codes and ordinances.
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Electrical requirements
A 230/208 volt (197.6 min., 253 max.), 60 Hz,
AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is
required (time delay fuse or time delay circuit
breaker required). It is required that a separate
circuit, serving only this air conditioner, be
provided.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded three prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not fuse neutral or grounding circuit.
Do not use air conditioner with front
panel removed.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, electrical shock, or
serious injury.
3-prong
grounding
type wall
receptacle
Electrical connection
Electrical ground is required on this air conditioner.
Recommended grounding method
For your personal safety, this air conditioner must
be grounded. This air conditioner is equipped
with a power supply cord having a 3-prong
grounding plug. To minimize possible shock
hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating
3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle,
grounded in accordance with the National
Electrical Code (ANSVNFPA -/O-latest edition)
and local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall
receptacle is not available, it is the responsibility
of the customer to have a properly grounded
3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified
electrician.
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