GOOD AIR CONDITIONING PRACTICES
FILTERS
A dirty, clogged filter reduces the efficiency of the
system.
It can also cause erratic performance of
controls and can result in damage to the motor, heating
element and compressor.
NOTE
Do not operate the unit with front panel removed, or
without filter installed.
Inspect and clean the filter a least once a month or more
often as conditions dictate.
Replace as necessary.
Improperly maintained filter or not using a filter will void
warranty.
INDOOR/OUTDOOR COILS
Efficient operation of unit depends on free circulation of
air over the indoor and outdoor coils.
DO NOT:
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Stack anything against the indoor or outdoor sections.
Drape anything against the indoor or outdoor sections.
Allow furniture, draperies, curtains, etc. to block the free
flow of air.
Plant flowers, vines or shrubbery too near the unit.
DIRTY COILS/BENT FINS
Periodically inspect the indoor and outdoor coils for
build-up of lint, dust, leaves, foreign debris, etc., and
bent fins.
Clean the coils using a brush and compressed air.
CAUTION
Do not use sharp objects to clean coils or you may
puncture the refrigerant tubing.
SNOW AND ICE
In areas of heavy snow and ice accumulation, snow and
ice should not be permitted to accumulate against the
unit.
As soon as practical after such inclement weather, clear
snow and ice from around the unit and as much as
possible from the grilles on the unit.
Keep doors and windows closed.
Leaving doors and windows open will increase the
workload on the air conditioner or heat pump.
This
results in higher operating costs.
FIG. 2
Subbase with electrical receptacle.
It is the personal responsibility of the customer to
retain an electrician who will make sure that all
electrical connections and wiring are in
conformance with the latest edition of the National
Electrical Code and/or Local Codes having
jurisdiction.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL WIRING &
NECESSARY WIRE SIZE FOR
RECEPTACLE
Use necessary wire size and receptacle to match unit
plug and minimum circuit ampacity as stated on the
rating plate of the unit.
A single outlet branch circuit from main fuse box to
receptacle at unit should be used. Wire size must also
take into account any distance from fuse box to
receptacle to prevent voltage drops in undersized wires.
Low unit voltage will cause compressor starting
problems and decrease the performance and reliability
of the compressor.
A subbase kit (Fig. 2) is necessary for
permanently connected 208/230 or 277 volt
installations.
CAUTION:
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