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Cleaning the slide-out filter

The filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean
filter helps remove dust, lint, and other particles
from the air and is important for best cooling or
heating and operating efficiency. Check the filter
every 2 weeks to see if it needs cleaning. Do not
operate the air conditioner without the filter in
place.

1.

Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power.

2.

Grasp air filter at tabs. Slide air filter up and

out of filter slot.

3.

Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If air

filter is very dirty, wash it in warm water with
mild detergent. Do not wash air filter in the
dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air
dry filter completely before replacing to
ensure maximum efficiency.

4.

Slide air filter down into filter slot.

6.

Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power.

Cleaning instructions

Proper use and care of your air conditioner will
help ensure longer life of the unit and lower
operating costs. Follow these instructions
carefully. Call your local servicing dealer for an
annual checkup.

Cleaning the front panel

1.

Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power.

2.

Remove the front panel from unit for cleaning.

3.

Place the tip of a thin blade screwdriver

against the cabinet behind the plastic
projection on the upper right side of the front
panel. Gently push with the screwdriver to
unlock the plastic projection and pull the front
panel forward. Repeat steps for plastic
projection on the bottom right side. Watch out
for the sharp metal fins on the front and rear
condenser coils.

4.

Swing the right side of the front panel away

from the cabinet and unhook the plastic
projection on the left side.

5.

Clean the front panel using a soft cloth with

warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse
and dry.

6.

Replace the front panel. Hook the plastic

projections on the left side and swing the right
side into position. Gently press the right
corners back into position while pushing on
the side of the cabinet with the screwdriver.

7.

Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power.

Summary of Contents for ACU124PK0

Page 1: ...THROUGH THE WALL AIR CONDITIONER PART NO 23 11 1186N 005 789957 Use Care Guide Installation Instructions and www whirlpool com Home Home Appliances Appliances ...

Page 2: ...ential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed WARNING WARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock injury or sickness when using your air conditioner follow these basic precautions Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Do not use an adapter Do not use an extension cord Unplug air condit...

Page 3: ...REMENTS 4 5 6 3 prong ground type outlet Power supply cord 3 prong ground plug Ground prong 1 4 blade Small tandem blades Ground prong 3 prong ground type outlet 3 prong ground plug Ground prong Power supply cord 3 prong ground type outlet SEE PAGE 115 volt models with amperes up through 7 5 For 115 volt models with amperes from 7 6 to 12 0 230 208 volt models with amperes up through 12 0 ELECTRIC...

Page 4: ...ir conditioner Recommended ground method For your personal safety this air conditioner must be grounded This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong ground plug To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 prong ground type outlet grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition and local codes and ordi...

Page 5: ...s Electrical requirements A 115 volt 103 5 min 126 5 max 60 Hz AC only 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required time delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker required It is required that a separate circuit serving only this air conditioner be provided Electrical connection Electrical ground is required on this air conditioner Recommended ground method For your personal safety this air conditi...

Page 6: ...n this air conditioner Recommended ground method For your personal safety this air conditioner must be grounded This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having a 3 prong ground plug To minimize possible shock hazard the cord must be plugged into a mating 3 prong ground type outlet grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest edition and local codes ...

Page 7: ... fins on the front and rear coils Be sure your air conditioner does not fall during installation Do not install the air conditioner where the plastic cabinet front will be exposed to a heat source that raises the surface temperature above 120 F Tools required Phillips screwdriver Installing your air conditioner Installing in an old sleeve 1 Remove all debris from inside the sleeve You may also nee...

Page 8: ...ling in a new sleeve 1 Remove the front and back covers Save these for future use to seal the sleeve if the air conditioner is removed 2 Remove the rear grille from the sleeve 3 Brush out all debris from inside the sleeve making sure the inside is clean and that the drain holes are completely open 4 Loosen screws in the rear grille to about 1 8 Then while holding on to the wire loop tip the grille...

Page 9: ...y laying the 4 frame pieces face down on a flat surface and snapping then securely together 9 Install the insulating foam in the recess of the trim frame Install the 1 4 insulating foam around the inside circumference of the trim frame Begin in the bottom left corner and run foam around the entire circumference of the trim frame Make sure to keep foam flush with the bottom edge of the trim frame 1...

Page 10: ...st the air conditioner s cooling performance by turning the thermostat control clockwise for more cooling or counterclockwise for less cooling You will need to experiment to find the setting which suits you best NOTE If you turn your air conditioner off or if the compressor turns off when lowering the thermostat control wait at least 3 minutes before turning it back on or you may blow a fuse or tr...

Page 11: ... control to the desired setting If no cooling is desired set the fan control to HIGH FAN or LOW FAN control panel A or FAN control panel B 3 Set the thermostat control to the desired setting NOTE For maximum performance the vent control must be in the closed position when cooling or room air circulation is desired Changing air direction The louvers in the top of the front panel allow you to contro...

Page 12: ...f the unit and lower operating costs Follow these instructions carefully Call your local servicing dealer for an annual checkup Cleaning the front panel 1 Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power 2 Remove the front panel from unit for cleaning 3 Place the tip of a thin blade screwdriver against the cabinet behind the plastic projection on the upper right side of the front panel Gently push with ...

Page 13: ...It is a good idea to wait 24 hours before starting the air conditioner again This allows time for all areas to dry out The water from rainfall or from normal operation does not harm these components 9 Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power Energy saving tips Improve home insulation Seal doors windows and close fireplace flue Close blinds or drapes on sunny side of house Add window awnings Keep...

Page 14: ... Wait at least three minutes after turning cooling circuit off before trying to restart unit Clean filter See page 12 Clean coils See page 13 Use exhaust fans to reduce room heat or set Exhaust Vent Control to CLOSED to reduce moisture Set Fan Control to a higher setting Set Thermostat Control to a colder setting PROBLEM Unit won t run Unit blows fuses or trips circuit breaker Unit turns on and of...

Page 15: ...ide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the designated service company in your area call our Customer Interaction Center telephone number see Step 1 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCES HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE REPAIR 3 If you need replacement parts To locate replacement parts in your area refer to Step 2 above or call our Customer Interaction...

Page 16: ...ner caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not mentioned in the Use and Care Guide D The removal and reinstallation of your air conditioner if it is installed in an overhead or other inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions E Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the applian...

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