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Installation Instructions
Receptacle Wiring:
Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of 14 gauge. Use copper wire only. It is your responsibility to provide proper
and adequate receptacle wiring, installed by a qualified electrician.
Electrical Requirements:
A 115 volt (103.5 minimum, 126.5 maximum), 60 Hertz, AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required. A time
delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker is also required. A separate circuit, serving this appliance only, MUST be
provided.
Electrical Connection:
Electrical grounding is required on this appliance.
Recommended grounding method:
For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded.
This air conditioner includes a power supply cord with a
3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible electrical shock
hazard:
cord must be plugged into a matching 3-prong grounding type
wall receptacle.
must be grounded in accordance with National Electrical
Code (ANSI/NFPA 70-latest version) and all local codes and
ordinances.
If a matching 3-prong grounding type wall receptacle is not available,
it is the responsibility of the consumer to have a properly grounded
3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
3-Prong Grounding
Type Wall Receptacle
3-Prong
Grounding plug
Grounding prong
Power Supply Cord
(6 feet long)
Preparing for Installation
Installation Tips
For wood-frame casement windows:
It may be necessary to construct a frame, using at least
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For brick or cement building construction:
It may be necessary to put a wood stool strip under air
conditioner, for mounting purposes as shown FIG. 2.
WARNING:
Because this unit weighs about 60 to 80 pounds, it is recommended that you have someone help you when
installing your new unit, and that you both use proper lifting techniques. Inspect the condition of the window
where unit will be installed. Be sure it will support the weight of the unit.
This appliance must be installed according to all applicable codes and ordinances.
Failure to adhere to the following precautions could result in personal injury and product damage.
Handle air conditioner with care. AVOID sharp metal fins on front and rear coils.
Make sure your air conditioner does not fall during installation.
Do not use water collected in the unit for drinking purposes. It is not sanitary.
Flat-head screwdriver
Phillips-head screwdriver
Tools Required
Carpenter’s level
Tape measure
Fine tooth saw
Electric or hand drill
Knife and scissors
Pencil
NOTE:
DO NOT USE ANY SCREWS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
inner sill
OUTDOOR
INDOOR
outer sill
Bottom Rail of
air conditioner
wood strip
mounted on
top of inner sill
FIG. 1
FIG. 2
