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ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
Use and Care Manual
AIRE ACONDICIONADO PARA HABITACIONES
Manual de Uso y Mantenimiento
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Thank you for purchasing an Admiral room air conditioner. Please read this “Use and Care Manual” carefully
before installing and using this appliance. Keep this manual for future reference.
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Muchase gracias por comprar un aire acondicionado Admiral . Lea atentamente el “Manual de Uso y
Mantenimiento” antes de instalar y utilizar este pr
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Parts Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3 Air Conditioner Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Electrical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 4 INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing this room air conditioner to cool your home. This USE AND CARE MANUAL provides information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new room air conditioner. If properly maintained, your air conditioner will give you many years of trouble free operation. To avoid installation difficulties, read instructions completely before starting. This manual contains information for the installation and o
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Fan Timer Mode Airconditioner WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 5 INTRODUCTION ➤PART IDENTIFICATION Part Identification Remote control model Horizontal Air Vane Interior Air Outlet Vertical Air Vane Fresh Air Lever (for 8K model only) Cabinet Air Filter(Inside) Front Panel Interior Air Exterior Inlet Grille Air Inlet Remote Control Control Panel Power Cord Control Panel Remote Control Power Timer Power Saver Mode Auto Mid Fan Speed High Low _ + Temp/Time Fan Timer Speed M
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 6 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 b
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 7 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS • The portable air conditioner should be connected Power Supply Cord to a 115 V, 60 Hz, 15- or 20-amp fused 3-prong grounded outlet. NOTE: Your unit’s device may differ from the one shown. • The use of a time-delay fuse or time-delay circuit breaker is recommended. • All wiring must comply with local and national electrical codes and be installed by a qualified electrician. If you have any questions, contact a qualified
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 8 ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 1. All wiring must comply with local and national Electric Shock Hazard ! electrical codes and must be installed by a licensed electrician. Once you have any If the air conditioner has a serial plate rating questions regarding the following instructions, of 115 volts and up to and including 7.5 amps the unit maybe on a fuse or circuit breaker contact a licensed electrician. with other devices. However, the maximum
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 9 TIPS BEFORE INSTALLATION Your Room Air Conditioner unit is designed to Your Room Air Conditioner was designed be highly efficient and save energy. Follow these for easy installation in a single or double-hung recommendations for greater efficiency. window. NOTE: This unit is NOT designed for vertical (slider type) windows. 1. Select thermostat setting that suits your comfort needs and leave the thermostat at ! CAUTION ! that chosen setti
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 10 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS F. Your unit was designed to evaporate condensation ! ! CAUTION under normal conditions. However, under extreme Because the compressor is located on the humidity conditions, excess condensation may cause controls side of the unit (right side), this side the base pan to overflow to the outside. will be heavier and more awkward to manipulate. The unit should be installed where condensation Inadequate support on cont
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Window installation step ➤WINDOW INSTALLATION STEP 1. If your air conditioner cabinet 18'' wide, it will fit window openings 21'' to 32'' in wide. Minimum opening height is 14'' from bottom of sash to sill 21'' to 32'' (Fig. 1). Fig. 1 2. Insert the guide panels into the guides of the air conditioner. Fasten the curtains to the unit with screws (Fig. 2). 2/5 '' Screws Fig. 2 3. Cut the adhesive-backed seal strip t
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7.5 7.5 Ti mer Mode Airconditioner Fan WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 12 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Inner Sill Outer Sill 5. Install the L brackets on the outer sill with the Center Line 3/4'' Screw short side of the bracket against the back of the inner sill. Install one L bracket 7.5 to each side 3/4'' Screw Bracket of center line. See Fig. 5. Short Side 6. Carefully lift the air conditioner and slide it into Fig. 5 the open window. Make sure the bottom guide of the a
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 13 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Mechanical control model MODE The mode knob controls fan speeds and cooling speeds. To set desired cooling temperature, simply rotate the mode knob dial to the appropriate setting. See Fig. 9. Thermostat knob Mode knob THERMOSTAT The thermostat automatically controls the cooling cycle (compressor) of the air conditioner to maintain room temperature. However, the fan motor will continue to operate after the compressor (co
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 14 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ➤CONTROL PANEL You can easily operate this air conditioner by pressing relevant Control Panel button on the control panel as well as the remote control. Button The air conditioner will be started when it is energized or will be stopped when it is in operation, if you press this button. When the air conditioner is heating, allow 3 minutes after you press this button. Mode button Each time Mode button is pre
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 15 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Remote control ➤REMOTE CONTROL Power BUTTON 1 The appliance will be started when it is energized or will be stopped when it is in operation, if you press this button. 1 8 Power Timer Mode BUTTON 2 2 9 Mode Power Saver Used to select the operation mode. 7 5 BUTTONS 3 Mid Auto Fan Speed Used to set room temperature in COOLING 6 4 mode or used to set time in Timer mode. High Low _ + 3 4 High BU
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Fan Timer Mode Airconditioner WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 16 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ➤REMOTE CONTROL How to Insert the Batteries Remove the battery cover according to the arrow direction. Insert new batteries making sure that the (+) and (-) of battery are matched correctly. Reattach the cover by sliding it back into position. Note: Use 2 LR6 AA(1.5volt) batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. Replace batteries with new ones of the same type when the display becom
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 17 CARE AND MAINTENANCE When servicing the air conditioner, be sure to ! CAUTION ! turn the mode switch to the "OFF" position and disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet. DO NOT forget to install the air filter. If the air conditioner is left to operate without the air filter, dust is not removed from the room and may 1. DO NOT use gasoline, benzine, thinner or cause your air conditioner to fail. other chemicals on the air conditio
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 18 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Frequently, a problem is minor and a service call may not be necessary, use this troubleshooting guide for a possible solution. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SUGGESTED SOLUTION Air conditioner will No power to the unit. Check connection of power cord to not operate power source. Check fuse or circuit breaker. Set MODE knob to position other than "OFF". Inefficient or no cooling Dirty air filter. Clean or replace air filter. Ina
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 19 WARRANTY 5 YEAR FULL WARRANTY This product is warranted for 5 years from the date of original purchase. Any part which fails in materials or workmanship will be replaced within the warranty period. This warranty covers in home service. A copy of your proof of purchase, with date of purchase and product name included, is required to arrange this service repair. For the name and location of an authorized service provider nearest you, please CAL
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WAC 5 6 8 USER MAN final 3/2/05 12:23 PM Page 20 Introducción Gracias por elegir este aire acondicionado para enfriar su hogar. Este MANUAL DE USO Y MANTENIMIENTO proporciona la informaci n necesaria para cuidar y mantener en forma adecuada su nuevo aire acondicionado. Funcionar sin problemas durante muchos anos si le brinda el mantenimiento apropiado. Para evitar problemas al instalarlo, lea completamente las instrucciones antes de comenzar. Este manual contiene informaci n acerca de la