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OCCURRENCE

SOLUTION

Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly into wall outlet.

Plug Current Device Tripped. Press the RESET button.

House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit breaker.

Control is OFF. Turn Control ON and set to desired setting.

Air conditioner will not operate.

Air conditioner cooling, but room
is too warm - NO ice forming on 
cooling coil behind decorative
front.

Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.

Temperature is set too high. Set temperature to a lower setting.

Air directional louvers positioned improperly. Position louvers for better air distribution.

Front of unit is blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc. - restricts air distribution. Clear blockage in
front of unit.

Doors, windows, registers, etc. open - cool air escapes. Close doors, windows, registers, etc.

Unit recently turned on in hot room. Allow additional time to remove “stored heat” from walls, ceiling,
floor and furniture.

Air conditioner turns on and off
rapidly.

Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter.

Outside temperature extremely hot. Set FAN speed to a faster setting to bring air through cooling coils 
more frequently.

Before You Call

Air conditioner cooling, but room 
is too warm - ice forming
on cooling coil behind decorative
front

Outdoor temperature below 60  F (16  C). To defrost the coil, set FAN ONLY mode.

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Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section. To defrost, set to FAN ONLY 
mode.

Temperature is set too low for night-time cooling. To defrost the coil, set to FAN  ONLY mode. Then, 
set temperature to a higher setting.

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Room temperature below 60°F (16°C). Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 
60°F (16°C).

Temperature sensing element touching cold coil, located behind air filter. Straighten away from coil.

Air from unit does not feel cold
enough.

Compressor shut-off by changing modes. Wait approximately 3 minutes and listen for compressor to 
restart when set in the COOL mode.

Reset to a lower temperature.

Noise when unit is cooling.

Air movement sound. This is normal. If too loud, set to lower FAN setting.

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Water dripping INSIDE when
unit is cooling.

Improper installation. Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage. Refer to
installation instructions or check with installer.

Water dripping OUTSIDE when
unit is cooling.

Unit removing large quantity of moisture from humid room. This is normal during excessively humid
days.

Window vibration - poor installation. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer.

Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not 
the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance.

If These Solutions Fail, Call 1-800-944-9044 For Frigidaire Service.

Remote Sensing Deactivating
Prematurely (some models).

Remote control not located within range. Place remote control within 20 feet  & 120° radius of the 
front of the unit

Room too cold.

Set temperature too low. lncrease set temperature.

Remote control signal obstructed. Remove obstruction.

Remote Sensing activated (on some models) and remote control located in Hot Spot - Relocate remote
control or deactivate remote sensing.

Summary of Contents for FFRE1533Q1

Page 1: ...2009 Product Registration 4 Packaging 4 Normal Sounds 4 Air Conditioner Features 5 Important Safety Instructions 2 3 Operating Instructions 5 11 of your Room Air Conditioner Before You Call 12 Major Appliance Limited Warranty 13 www frigidaire com USA 1 800 944 9044 www frigidaire ca Canada 1 800 265 8352 ...

Page 2: ... run air conditioner without outside protective cover in place This could result in mechanical damage within the air conditioner Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug WARNING Electrical Information WARNING Avoid fire hazard or electric shock Do not use an extension cord or an adaptor plug Do not remove any prong from the power cord NOTE The power supply cord with this air conditioner con...

Page 3: ...wer source when it will not be used for an extended period of time Periodically check the condition of the unit s installation accessories for any damage Do not apply heavy pressure to the radiator fins of the unit Operate the unit with air filter in place Do not block or cover the intake grille discharge area and outlet ports Ensure that any electrical electronic equipment is one yard away from t...

Page 4: ...ushing Air At the front of the unit you may hear the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan Gurgle Hiss Gurgling or hissing noise may be heard due to refrigerant passing through evaporator during normal operation Product Registration 4 Product Registration Packaging Normal Sounds 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved Packaging Remove all packaging from inside the carton along ...

Page 5: ...ng Instructions ADJUSTS TEMPERATURE OR TIME DISPLAYS TEMPERATURE TIME SETS FAN SPEED SETS MODE TURNS UNIT ON OR OFF ACTIVATES TIMER CHECK FILTER RESET BUTTON SLEEP MODE REMOTE TEMP SENSING INDICATOR some models CLEAN AIR FEATURE some models STANDARD REMOTE w DISPLAY REMOTE SENSING BUTTON FOR HEAT MODELS Battery Size AAA Warning Do not mix old and new batteries Do not mix alkaline standard carbon z...

Page 6: ...rns to the original set temperature Press either the fan slower or fan faster button to adjust the fan speed manually 2009 Electrolux Home Products Inc All rights reserved YOU WILL SEE PRESS TO RAISE PRESS TO LOWER DO THIS Note Tap or hold either up or down button until the desired temperature is seen on the display This tempe rature will be automatically maintained anywhere between 60 F 16 C and ...

Page 7: ...operate as originally programmed The Sleep mode program can be cancelled at any time during operation by again pressing the Sleep button SLEEP FEATURE DO THIS PRESS SLEEP BUTTON YOU WILL SEE Note Use this function only when cooling is not desired such as for room air circulation or to exhaust stale air on some models Remember to open the vent during this function but keep it closed during cooling ...

Page 8: ...p to 24 hours The control will count down the time remaining until start 8 7 5 7 etc The Delay Start Operation automatically selects cooling with maximum Fan speed if Cool Energy Saver or Fan Only was the last mode selected The temperature maintained will be the same as previously set To change the set temperature press COOL then Up or Down arrows until the desired temperature is indicated on the ...

Page 9: ...until the feature is deactivated by pressing the remote sensing Stop button lf the unit does not receive the remote sensing signal during any 3 minute interval the unit will beep to indicate the remote sensing mode has ended The display on the remote control indicates the temperature at the remote ONLY NOTE The Remote Sensing function is terminated either by using the Remote Sensing Stop button or...

Page 10: ...and on quickly This prevents overheating of the compressor and possible circuit breaker tripping The fan will continue to run during this time There is a 2 Second delay for the compressor shutting down when selecting FAN ONLY HEAT This is to cover the possibility of having to roll through to select another mode After a power outage the unit will memorize the last setting and return the unit to the...

Page 11: ...to the installation instructions Cover it with plastic or return it to the original carton NOTE When replacing the air filter after cleaning make sure the tabs on the air filter are on the upper part of filter and placed outward as shown in the drawing on the left side Air Filter Tab Energy Saving Ideas Do not block air flow inside with blinds curtains or furniture or outside with shrubs enclosure...

Page 12: ...defrost the coil set to FAN ONLY mode Then set temperature to a higher setting 12 Room temperature below 60 F 16 C Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 60 F 16 C Temperature sensing element touching cold coil located behind air filter Straighten away from coil Air from unit does not feel cold enough Compressor shut off by changing modes Wait approximately 3 minutes and listen f...

Page 13: ...IS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY SOME STATES AND PROVINCES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON THE DURATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SO THESE LIMITATIONS OR EXCLUSIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WRITTEN WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY FROM STATE TO STATE If You Need Servi...

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