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Front Grille and Filter Removal

The front contains a removable grille that provides easy
access to the air filter. To clean the filter use one of the
following methods for filter removal:

METHOD ONE

Grasp filter handle and slide filter out of unit.

Optional Charcoal Air Filter Installation

Remove charcoal air filter from plastic bag.  Insert three tabs
on right side of filter into three slots on filter frame.  Carefully
bow middle of filter until two tabs on filter can be inserted into
two slots on filter frame.  Relax bow.

Reinstall air filter and grille by reversing removal procedure.

Front Grille and Cabinet Cleaning

Grille and cabinet may be cleaned with warm water and mild
soap or detergent. Cleaning and polishing compounds are
not recommended, as they may damage plastic surfaces.

Air Filter Cleaning

A dirty air filter reduces operating efficiency of unit. Filter
should be inspected at least once every week during opera-
tion. Clean filter with vacuum cleaner or wash in warm water
and mild detergent. Filter should be thoroughly dried before
replacing in unit. Do not operate unit without filter in place.

Fan Motor Care

The fan motor is permanently lubricated for long life. There is
no need to oil the motor.

Slide-out Chassis Removal from Outer Case

1. Remove front grille by sliding grille to left and pulling out.
2. Remove air filter by sliding to left.
3. Remove four screws holding plastic front to unit and

remove front.

4. If the unit has a screw holding the basepan clip to the

chassis, remove the screw.

To reduce the risk of personal injury be 

sure to have sufficient help when moving

your unit.  A room air conditioner can

weigh between 70 and 240 pounds.

CAUTION

5. Using basepan handle, pull chassis straight out, slowly

and evenly, until approximately 9-12 inches extends

Summary of Contents for KC-45H

Page 1: ...BTU Room Air Conditioner with Heat Pump OPERATING AND INSTALLATION MANUAL Model KC 45H Thank you for selecting Soleus Air To ensure proper operation please read this manual and keep it for future refe...

Page 2: ...UCTIONS 6 11 OPERATING CONTROLS 12 BEFORE CALLING SERVICE 13 WHEN SERVICE IS REQUIRED 14 ANY QUESTIONS 14 THROUGH THE WALL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 15 16 SPECIFICATION 17 WARRANTY 18 Thank you for se...

Page 3: ...arranty Service line at 1 888 8 SOLEUS If your problem cannot be resolved by phone contact an authorized Soleus Air brand servicer Contact and service will be at your expense Safety Information Be sur...

Page 4: ...appliance or light fixture ReceptacleWiring Receptacle wiring must be of adequate size for unit Refer to unit identification plate for exact power requirements Minimum size of wiring based on power r...

Page 5: ...separately Through the wallinstallationinstructionsareincluded with the outer case These models can be adapted to window installation by purchasing an optional mount ing kit RoomHeatPumps Heatpumpswo...

Page 6: ...lter Cleaning A dirty air filter reduces operating efficiency of unit Filter should be inspected at least once every week during opera tion Cleanfilterwithvacuumcleanerorwashinwarmwater and mild deter...

Page 7: ...outdoor coil surface This is the sound of water you hear during normal operation The water quickly evaporates on this warm surface and improves the efficiency of your air conditioner In normal condit...

Page 8: ...properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet Some models require 230 208 volt a c protected with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker These models should be installed on their own single branch circuit for...

Page 9: ...7 Installation Instruction Continuous...

Page 10: ...piece of wood to the stool WOOD PIECES WIDTH 2 LENGTH Long enough to fit inside the window frame THICKNESS To determine the thickness place a piece of wood on the stool to make it 1 2 higher than the...

Page 11: ...OW A Carefully slide the case into the window and center the case Lower the window behind the top mounting rail Pull the bottom of the case forward so that the bottom mounting rail is tight against th...

Page 12: ...weak or if the weight of the air conditioner falls between the studs in the wall F Extend the left and right accordion panels to the vertical window sashes Drill pilot holes and attach the top and bot...

Page 13: ...bottom corners and pull it forward Unhook it from its top hinges and set it aside F Using the tab pull up slightly on the filter to release it and pull it down and out 8 INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN...

Page 14: ...GH HEAT Filters and circulates room air with the fan running continuously on high speed Also heats while the compressor or electric heater is running Select this setting for maximum air circulation an...

Page 15: ...ature Control to cooler setting For heating turn Temperature Control to warmer setting NOISY UNIT Loose front on mounting assembly Weak building construction Water hitting fan blade Unit oversized for...

Page 16: ...quent failure of unit voids warranty Warranty details are contained in warranty certificate enclosed with unit Keep accurate records of service calls including what was done servicer s name and date o...

Page 17: ...m side to side Use wood shims between sides of case and finished opening especially where case is secured to opening to prevent warping or distorting Check installed case for distortion using carpente...

Page 18: ...se is properly positioned in opening use wood shims to fill any gaps between case and finished opening especially in area where case will be secured to opening Take care not to warp or distort case wh...

Page 19: ...e Highside 340 P S I Cooling AMPS 9 7 8 9 Cooling Watts 1955 2000 Cooling EER 9 0 Heating AMPS 8 8 8 3 Heating Watts 1790 1850 Heating EER 9 2 Electric Heat AMPS 15 6 16 Electric Heat Watts 3600 Air F...

Page 20: ...ect accident incorrect power line voltage fire flood or other Acts of God or normal wear and tear Warranty service must be performed by a qualified HVAC contractor Soleus maintains a centralized servi...

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