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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Trouble connecting the smart 

appliance to your wifi network or 

experiencing an issue with the app.

Please visit Frigidaire.com and select the Owner Support section to view Frequently Asked Questions.

Before You Call

If These Solutions Fail, Call 1-800-944-9044(US)/1-800-265-8352(Canada) 

For Frigidaire Service.

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Summary of Contents for GHWQ103WC1

Page 1: ... Care Care and Cleaning Energy Saving Ideas June 2009 Important Safety Instructions Operating Instructions of your Room Air Conditioner Before You Call Major Appliance Limited Warranty Packaging Normal Sounds Air Conditioner Features Product Registration FCC Statement 13 13 2 4 2 1 7 14 15 7 5 6 6 6 16120300A23792 ...

Page 2: ...tely grounded or protected by a time delay fuse or circuit breaker have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle Do not 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 ex...

Page 3: ... not climb on or place objects on outdoor part of the unit Do not hang objects off the unit Do not place containers with liquids on the unit Turn off the air conditioner at the power 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 Operat...

Page 4: ... the room size corresponds to the room area as specified for operation Q SHUVRQ ZKR LV involved with working on or breaking into a refrigerant circuit should hold a current valid certificate from an industry accredited assessment authority which authorises their competence to handle refrigerants safely in accordance with an industry recognised assessment specification 6HUYLFLQJ VKDOO RQO be perfor...

Page 5: ... This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum 20 cm between the radiator and your body This transmitter must not be collocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter unless authorized to do so by the FCC RF exposure statement This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standar...

Page 6: ...he unit you may hear the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan Product Registration Product Registration Packaging Normal Sounds Gurgle Hiss Gurgling or hissing noise ma A da da sound may occur when the unit is turned on in thirty seconds due to the compressor starting For Inverter type It is normal heard due to refrigerant passing through evaporator during normal operation y be Packaging Re...

Page 7: ...NG TURNS UNIT ON OR OFF SCHEDULE INDICATOR 7 5 RESET BUTTON WIFI This product contains a lithium button coin cell battery If a new or used lithium button coin cell battery is swallowed or enters the body it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death in as little as 2 hours Always completely secure the battery compartment If the battery compartment does not close securely stop using the ...

Page 8: ...lly go to the highest speed The fan speeds will re adjust back to the slowest speed as the room returns to the original set temperature Press either the fan slower or fan faster button to adjust the fan speed manually YOU WILL SEE Note The display will show the set temperature during normal operation press either up or down button to adjust the set temperature to the desired setting The unit will ...

Page 9: ... mode We recommend leaving the unit in eco mode to help save energy and money However if you would like to switch out of eco mode touch the button until another mode is selected In eco mode the fan will continue to run for 3 minute after the compressor shuts off The fan then cycles on for 120 seconds at 10 minute intervals until the room temperature is above the set temperature at which time the c...

Page 10: ...nate after 250 hours of operation To reset after cleaning the filter hold the reset filter button 3 seconds and the light will go off CHECK FILTER FEATURE YOU WILL SEE DO THIS HOLD RESET FILTER BUTTON 3 SECONDS DO THIS PRESS SWING BUTTON YOU WILL SEE TO ACTIVATE THE CHILD LOCK FEATURE Note Press and hold the Fan Speed and Filter Reset EXWWRQ IRU VHF FDQ DFWLYDWH RU GHDFWYDWH WKH 2 IXQFWLRQ The dis...

Page 11: ...temperature sensor is open short circuited Outdoor ambient temperature sensor is open short circuited Outdoor discharge temperature sensor is open short circuited Indoor ambient temperature sensor is open short circuited Indoor evaporator temperature sensor is open short circuited Internal motor fan motor loss speed outdoor motor loss speed Compressor starting anomaly outdoor unit was stolen Commu...

Page 12: ... The control will maintain the set temperature within 2 degrees Fahrenheit between 60 F and 90 F degrees TO TURN UNIT OFF Note After the unit is turned off the light on the display will gradually fade away in 3 seconds The unit will always return to eco mode and auto fan speed setting when it is turned on again YOU WILL SEE DO THIS PRESS ON OFF BUTTON After 60 seconds of control inactivity the dis...

Page 13: ...les in the filter can build up and cause an accumulation of frost on the cooling coils Grasp the filter by the center and pull up and out Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water Rinse filter thoroughly Gently shake excess water from the filter Be sure filter is thoroughly dry before replacing Or instead of washing you may vacuum the filter clean Push the vent handle to th...

Page 14: ...mperature 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 lo...

Page 15: ...NE YEAR ELECTROLUX SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTY DAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF THIS 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 EXCLUS...

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