Location Requirements
IMPORTANT
: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed.
Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation.
The location should provide:
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Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 cm) of where the
power cord exits the air conditioner.
NOTE
: Do not use an extension cord.
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Free movement of air in room to be cooled.
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A large enough opening for the air conditioner. Installation
parts are supplied for double-hung windows.
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Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air
conditioner weighs 103 lbs to 129 lbs (46.7 kg to 58.5 kg).
NOTE
: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able
to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
The electrical ratings for your air conditioner are listed on the
model and serial number label. The model and serial number
label is located either on the side or back of the air conditioner
cabinet or behind the front grille.
Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart below.
Follow the requirements for the type of plug on the power supply
cord.
Electrical Requirements
A. Cabinet louvers
A.
28
3⁄8
” (72.1 cm) minimum
B.
17
3⁄8
” (44.1 cm) minimum
Window Installation
Recommended Grounding Method
Power Supply
Cord
Electrical Requirements
Window opening measurements:
■
28
3⁄8
” minimum to 38” (72.1 cm to 96.5 cm) maximum opening
width.
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17
3⁄8
” (44.1 cm) minimum opening height.
A
A
B
4
This air conditioner must be grounded. This air conditioner is
equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong grounding
plug. 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:
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To contact a qualified electrical installer.
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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
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208/230-volt (187 min. to 253 max.)
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0 to 12 amps
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15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker
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Use on single outlet circuit only.
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115-volt (103.5 min. to 126.5 max.)
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0 to 12 amps
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15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker
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Use on single outlet circuit only.
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