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®
WINDOW AIR
CONDITIONER
Use & Care Guide
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts
or service, call: 1-800-253-1301.
In Puerto Rico, call 1-787-999-7400.
or visit our website at... www.whirlpool.com
In Canada, for assistance, installation or service,
call: 1-800-807-6777.
ACONDICIONADOR
DE AIRE PARA
VENTANA
Manual de uso y cuidado
Si tiene preguntas respecto a las características, funcionamiento,
rendimiento, partes o servicio técnico,
llame al: 1-800-253-1301.
En Puert
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TABLE OF CONTENTS AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY .........................................................3 Prepare Window for Installation.................................................10 Position Air Conditioner .............................................................10 PRODUCT REGISTRATION...........................................................3 Complete Installation..................................................................12 In the U.S.A. ...........................................
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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 immedia
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts—All Models Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. A Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Tools Needed ■ Phillips screwdriver ■ Tape measure ■ Scissors ■ Cordless drill and ¹⁄₈" bit ■ Level ■ Pencil Parts Supplied Check that all parts are included in parts package. A A. Cabinet louvers B Window Installation G C Window Opening Measurements—Small Chassis: 5500 Btu, 6300 Btu and 8000 Btu: EF D ■
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Electrical Requirements—All Models It is the customer's responsibility: ■ To contact a qualified electrical installer. WARNING ■ 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 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169 Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Power Suppl
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2. Press RESET (on some devices, a green light will turn on). ■ The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to trip when the test button is pressed or fails to reset. 3. Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button will trip, and on some devices, a green light will turn off). ■ Do not use the power supply cord as an off/on switch. The power supply cord is designed as a protective device. 4. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch, and on some devices, a green
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2. Slide the side curtain down the track until the curtain is 3. Attach the foam seal with adhesive strip to the bottom of the aligned with the top and bottom of the air conditioner cabinet. upper window. Prepare Window with Storm Window or Other Obstruction 1. Follow the steps in “Prepare Window for Installation.” 2. If possible, remove the storm window frame or other obstruction. 3. If storm window frame or other obstruction cannot be removed, attach a piece of wood across windowsill with
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■ The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be no more than 6 ft (183 cm) from a grounded outlet. Attach Side Curtains to Window ■ Do not block the air intake or discharge louvers in the front 1. Pull the right-hand curtain out until it fits into the window panel. channel. ■ Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner. 2. Use a ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the top hole in 1. Using 2 or more people, gently place the air conditioner i
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Complete Installation 1. Insert the foam seal without adhesive strip behind the top of the lower window sash and against the glass of the upper WARNING window. A B Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. A. Top of lower window sash Do not use an extension cord. B. Foam seal Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, 2. Place the window lock bracket as shown. Use a ¹⁄₈" drill bit to fire, or electrical shoc
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Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation Prepare Window for Installation 1. Measure the width of the window opening. Install Side Curtains 2. Mark the center line on the inside windowsill. NOTE: Attach curtains to the air conditioner before placing the air conditioner in window. 1. Place the tabbed side of the side curtain in the track on the A right-hand side of the air conditioner cabinet. A B A. Width of window opening B. Center line 3. Attach the foam seal with adhesive strip to the bottom
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1. Using 2 or more people, gently place the air conditioner into the window and center it according to the center line marked Attach Side Curtains to Window earlier. Check that the bottom channel of the air conditioner is against the windowsill. 1. Pull the right-hand curtain out until it fits into the window channel. 2. Use a ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the top hole in the side curtain and into the window sash. A B C D A. Air conditioner C. Windowsill B. Bottom channel D
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2. Use ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the Attach Side Curtains to Windowsill—Side Curtain top channel and into the window sash. Bracket (on some models) 3. Attach the top channel to the window sash with a ³⁄₄" screw to secure the window. 1. Slide the side bracket over the bottom of the right-hand curtain frame. 2. Use ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the side bracket and into the windowsill. 3. Using a ³⁄₄" screw, attach the side bracket
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AIR CONDITIONER USE Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the ■ Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the Cool. Eco (on best possible results. some models) or Overnight (on some models) mode when outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C). The inside This section explains proper air conditioner operation. evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not IMPORTANT: operate properly. ■ If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes NO
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Mode 1. Press MODE until you see the indicator light glow for the ■ Fan Only—Only the fan runs. Press FAN SPEED to select Low, Medium or High. The Bar LED shows 1 bar for Low, desired setting. 2 bars for Medium and 3 bars for High fan speed. The 2. Choose Cool, Eco (on some models), Overnight (on some temperature display shows “1” for Low, “2” for Medium models) or Fan Only. and “3” for High fan speed. After 5 seconds, the display shows the current room temperature. ■ Cool—Cools the room
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Timer To set a 1 to 24-hour delay until the air conditioner turns off Set the air conditioner to turn on, changing the previous (the air conditioner must be On): settings: 1. Press TIMER. The display will show remaining hours before 1. Adjust the mode to Cool, Eco (on some models), Overnight the air conditioner will turn off. (on some models) or Fan Only. 2. Press the up or down arrow button to change the delay time 2. Press the up or down arrow button to set the temperature from 1 to 24 hour
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Storing the Remote Control Temperature Store the remote control by placing the back side, containing a ■ Press the up arrow button to raise the temperature. Each time magnet, against the side of the air conditioner cabinet in the you press or hold the up arrow button, the temperature will go locations shown in the following illustration. up 1ºF (1ºC) until it reaches 86°F (30°C). NOTE: The dotted lines do not appear on the unit cabinet. They show the locations of the metal plates in the illus
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3. Remove the filter from the grille by lifting to release the 4. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If the air filter is very slotted tabs on the top and bottom of the grille. dirty, wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. NOTE: Do not wash the air filter in the dishwasher or use any A B chemical cleaners. Air dry the air filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum efficiency. C 5. Reattach the air filter to the air intake grille. 6. Insert the air intake grille into th
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■ There is excessive heat or moisture (open container Air conditioner seems to run too much cooking, showers, etc.) in the room. Use a fan to exhaust heat or moisture from the room. Try not to use ■ The current air conditioner replaced an older model. The heat-producing appliances during the hottest part of the day. use of more efficient components may cause the air ■ The louvers are blocked. Install the air conditioner in a conditioner to run longer than an older model, but the total loca
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In Canada Call the Whirlpool Canada LP Customer eXperience Centre toll For further assistance free: 1-800-807-6777. If you need further assistance, you can write to Whirlpool Canada LP with any questions or concerns at: Our consultants provide assistance with: Customer eXperience Centre ■ Features and specifications on our full line of appliances. Whirlpool Canada LP ■ Use and maintenance procedures. 200 - 6750 Century Ave. ■ Accessory and repair parts sales. Mississauga, Ontario L5N 0B7 ■ Ref
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IF YOUR WHIRLPOOL WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER SHOULD CEASE TO OPERATE WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR OF OWNERSHIP: 1. Call our Customer eXperience Center at 1-800-253-1301 (toll-free in the US) OR 1-800-807-6777 (toll-free in Canada) OR 1-787-999-7400 (in Puerto Rico). 2. Give the consultant your model, serial number and shipping address. 3. The consultant will advise whether the window air conditioner qualifies for in-home repair or replacement. 4. In the event of replacement, you may be directed to forwar
