Costway FP10140UC-WH User manual

THIS INSTRUCTION BOOKLET CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. PLEASE READ AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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USER'S MANUAL/MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR
FP10140UC-WH/FP10141UC-WH/FP10142UC-WH
Window Air Conditioner/Climatiseur de Fenêtre
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Before installing and using your air conditioner, please read this owner's
manual carefully. Store this manual in a safe place for future reference.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important to us. Please pay
attention to all safety messages outlined in this owner's manual.
• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Do not remove the ground prong.
• Do not use a plug adapter.
All Safety messages alert you of potential hazards, how to reduce the chance
of injury, and what can happen if instructions are not followed correctly.
This is a safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can harm you
or others or even cause death.
All safety messages will directly follow the safety alert symbol
and/or the words
“DANGER”or WARNING".
Failure to immediately follow these
instructions may cause serious injury
or even death.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Unplug the air conditioner before servicing
• Two or more people are required to move or install the air conditioner
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when
using your air conditioner, follow the following basic precautions:
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The refrigerants used for air conditioners are environmentally friendly
hydrocarbons R32. It is combustible and odorless. Moreover, it can burn
and explode under certain condition. However, there will be no risk of
burning and explosion if you comply with the following table to install
your air conditioner in a room with an appropriate area and use it
correctly.
Compared with ordinary refrigerants, Refrigerant R32 is environmentally
friendly and do not destroy the ozone sphere and that its value of
greenhouse effect is also very low.
• Please read the manual before installation, using, maintenance.
• Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other
than those recommended by the manufacturer.
• Do not pierce or burn the appliance.
• The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating
sources (for example: open flames, an operating ignition gas appliance or
an operating electric heater.)
• Please ask qualified technician for help when maintenance is necessary.
At the time of maintenance, the maintenance personnel must strictly
comply with the Operation Manual provided by the corresponding
manufacturer and any non-professional is prohibited to maintain the air
conditioner.
• The handling, installation, storage, servicing and disposal must comply
with the provisions of gas-related national laws and regulations, and also
national wiring regulation.
• It is necessary to clear away the refrigerant in the system when
maintaining or scrapping an air conditioner.
Be aware that refrigerants may not contain an odour.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
Unit operation limits: Outdoor side 61°- 110℉/ 16°- 43℃, 80%RH; indoor
side 61°- 90℉/ 16°- 32℃, 80%RH.
INTRODUCTION TO REFRIGERANTS R32
WARNINGS
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The electrical ratings for your air
conditioner are listed on the model
and serial number label located on
the front left side of the unit (when
facing the front).
Specific electrical requirements are
listed in the chart below. Follow the
requirements below for the type of
plug on the power supply cord.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove the ground prong.
Do not use an adapter
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, fire, or electrical
shock
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Recommended Ground Method
Electrical Shock Hazard
Power Supply Cord
15K 18K/22K/24K
For your personal safety, this air conditioner must be grounded. This air
conditioner is equipped with a 3 prong power supply cord with a
grounded plug. To minimize the possibility of electrical shock, the cord
must be plugged into a 3 prong outlet and grounded in accordance with
all local codes and ordinances. If a 3 prong outlet is not available, it is
the CUS-tomer's responsibility to have a properly grounded 3 prong
outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
It is the customer's responsibility:
● To contact a qualified electrician
● To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest
edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
WARNINGS
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LCDI Power Cord and Plug
This air conditioner is equipped with an LCDI (L eakage Current
Detection and Interruption) power cord that is required by UL. This
power supply cord contains state- of-the art electronics that sense
leakage current. If the cord is damaged and leakage occurs, power will
be disconnected from the unit.
The test and reset buttons on the LCDI Plug are used to check if the plug
is functioning properly. To test the plug:
1. Plug power cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet
2. Press RESET (on some units a green light will turn on).
3. Press the TEST Button, the circuit should trip and cut all power to the
air conditioner (on some units a green light may turn off.
4. Press the RESET button for use. You will hear a click and the AC is not
ready for use.
NOTES:
● The RESET button must be engaged for proper use.
The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to trip when the TEST
button is pressed and the unit fails to reset.
● Do not use the power supply cord as an ON/OFF switch. The power
supply cord is designed as a protection device.
● A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power
supply cord.
NOTES:
Your units power cord and
plug may differ from the
one shown.
A. Reset button
B. Test button
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PACKING LIST
IMAGE PART QUANTITY
5/8" Long Hex-head Screw
1/2" Long Hex-head Screw
5/8" Long Flat Head Bolt and
Locknut
5/16" Long Hex-head Screw
Sill Angel Bracket
1/2" Long Flat Head Bolt and
Locknut
Gasket
Support Bracket(with R and L
remark)
(Only for E-star model)
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DISCL AIMER
ALL INFORMATION AND THE
TECHNICAL SPECIFI-CATIONS
PRESENTED IN THIS USER'S MANUAL
ARE THE PRESENTATION OF THE
MANUFAC-TURER.
INSTALL ATION & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Window Preparation
Please read all instructions prior to istalling your air conditioner. Two
people are recommended to install this product. If a new electrical outlet
is required, have the outlet installed by a qualified electrician before
installing the unit.
Before installing the unit, check the dimensions of your window to make
sure the air conditioner will fit. This unit is made to ft inside a standard
double-hung window. Make sure the window is in good shape and able
to firmly hold the needed screws. If not, make repairs prior to installing
the unit.
Model
Unit Height(inches)
Unit Width(inches)
Min. Window Opening (See FIG 1)(inches)
Min. Window Width (inches)
Max Window Width(inches)
15K/18K
17.91
23.625
19.00
28.00
41.00
22K/24K
18.625
26.50
19.50
30.00
41.00
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Storm Window Requirements
A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt properly
which in turn will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach
a board or piece of wood to the sill. The board or wood piece should
have a depth of at least 1/2”.
Make sure the board or piece of wood is approximately 1/2”higher than
the storm window frame. This will allow the air conditioner to tilt enough
for proper drainage. (15K/18K See FIG.1/FIG.2 ; 22K/24K See
FIG.3/FIG.4).
SASH
SASH
1/2MIN
1/2MIN
19 MIN
19 1/2MIN
FIG.1
FIG.3
Storm Window
Frame or
Obstruction
Board or wood piece must be
approximately 1/2” higher than
the storm window frame for proper
drainage
Board or wood piece must be
approximately 1/2” higher than
the storm window frame for proper
drainage
Storm
Window
Frame or
Obstruction
Storm
Window
Frame or
Obstruction
FIG.2
FIG.4
SASH
SASH
1/2MIN
1/2MIN
19 MIN
19 1/2MIN
1/2MIN
1/2MIN
Storm
Window
Frame or
Obstruction
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Prior to Installing the Air Conditioner
CAUTION
1. Check for anything that could block airflow. Check the area outside of
the window for things such as shrubs, trees, or awnings. Check the
inside area to make sure curtains, drapes, or blinds will not prevent
proper airflow.
2. Check the available electrical outlet. The power supply must be the
same as shown on the unit serial nameplate (located on the left side of
the unit, near the front faceplate). Be sure the outlet is close enough for
the power cord to reach.
3. Carefully unpack the air conditioner. Remove all packing material and
make sure the floor is protected when removing. Due to the large size of
this air conditioner, two people should move the unit together.
INSTALL ATION & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS -
WINDOW MOUNTING REMOVE CHASSIS
1. Pull down the front panel and remove the filter (FIG.5 below)
2. Lift the front panel upwards to remove and place to the side.
3. Locate the four faceplate screws and remove. These screws will need
to be re-installed prior to mounting the air conditioner ( FIG.6 above)
When handling the unit, be careful to avoid cuts from the sharp metal
edges and aluminum fins on the front and rear coils.
FIG.5FIG.6
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4. After removing the screws,
gently pull away the faceplate
from the air conditioner
cabinet (FIG.7 & 8).
5. Remove the one control
panel screws from the front
panel (FIG.9).
6.Remove the six screws from
the cabinet.(Every side for
top,left and right has two
screws.) (FIG.10)
7. Hold the cabinet while
pulling on the base handle to
carefully remove the unit. Do
not pull or lift near the top of
the unit (FIG.11).
INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS -
WINDOW MOUNTING REMOVE CHASSIS
FIG.7
FIG.8
FIG.9
FIG.10
FRONT FRONT
FIG.11
Do not pull
Or, lift in
this area
damage to
the unit
may result
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The top rail must be assembled prior to installing the air conditioner in
the window
Tools Needed: Phillips Screw Driver
1. Remove the air
conditioner from the box
and place on a hard flat
surface.
2. Remove top rail from the
bottom of the packaging
material as shown in FIG. A
Attaching the Top Rail to the Air Conditioner
5/1 6"
Long
Hex-head
Screw
Top Rail
8.Take the pearl cotton for
24K(FIG.12).
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Top Rail Hardware
x4 x1
Top Angle Rail and Side Bracket Installation
FIG.12
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NOTE: For safety reasons, all 4
screws must be used to attach
the top rail.
3. Secure the top rail to the unit
with the 5/16" Screws as shown
in FIG. B
4. Slide the' “I”section of the
window panel into the side
bracket of the cabinet (FIG.
13a). Do this for both sides
5. Insert top and bottom legs
of window fller panel frame
into channel in the top angle
and bottom rail. Do both
sides. Install side retainer to
cabinet as shown.FIG.13b-14.
Foam Gasket and Top
Angle Rail
FIG.13a
WINDOW FILLER PANEL
SIDE RETAINER
SIDE RETAINER
WINDOW FILLER PANEL
PLASTIC
FRAME
SIDE RETAINER
SIDE RETAINER
5/16" Long
Hex-head Screw
WINDOW
FILLER
PANEL
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1. Open the window and place
the cabinet in the middle of the
window sill.
2. Make sure the bottom rail is
seated over the window sill as
shown below. Bring the window
down temporar-ily behind the
top angle rail to hold the cabinet
in place. (Suggest to keep a
downward oblique, to let
accumulated rain water to drain
out, from back side of the unit
bottom.)
3. Fasten cabinet to
window sill using two
5/8”Round-Head screws.
Pre-drill holes if needed.
Add the bottom rail seal
over the screws.(It should
set on the gasket for
22K/24K)
Placing the Cabinet Inside the Window
FIG.14 AIR CONDITIONER
CABINET
PLASTIC
FRAME
"T" SECTION WINDOW
FILLER
PANEL
LOCKING
SCREW
HOLE
5/8" Long
Bottom
Rail Seal
Hex-head Screw
Gasket
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Install Support Brackets
1. Hold each support bracket
flush against the outside of the
window sill. Tighten each bracket
to the bottom of the cabinet as
shown below. Mark the brackets
at top lever of the window sill
and then remove.
2. Assemble the sill angle
brackets to the support
brack-ets at the marked
position as shown above.
Hand tighten, but not all the
way for any changes that
may need to be made later
during installation.
3. Install the support
brackets (with sill angle
brackets attached) to the
bottom of the cabinet as
shown below.
4. Tighten all 6 bolts
securely.
Long
Flat head Bolt
and Locknut
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Extend the Panels
1. Trim the sash seal to fit the
width of the window. Insert the
sash seal into space between the
upper and lower sashes.
2. Attach the right angle sash
lock as shown below.
ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION (CONT.)
Install the Window Lock and Sash Seal
1. Carefully raise the window to
expose the accordion panel and
panel frame. Loosen the locking
screws so the accordion panels
slide easily.
2. Extend each panel to
completely fill the width of the
window. Tighten the locking
screws when the panels are fully
extended.
5/8" Long
Hex-head Screw
1/2" Long
Hex-head Screw
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Installing the Chassis into the Cabinet
1. Team lift (two people) the air conditioner chassis and carefully slide it
into the cabinet. Let the front of the air conditioner hang out
approximately 6".
2. CAUTION: DO NOT PUSH ON THE CONTROLS ORFINNED COILS.
3. Be sure the chassis is firmly seated in the back of the cabinet.
4. Insert all screws removed during window installation and reattach the
front face plate, front panel, and the air filter. Use the REMOVE CHASSIS
instructions and figures 5-11 for reference.
THRU-THE-WALL INSTALL ATION
NOTE: Consult local building codes prior to installation and/or a qualified
carpenter.
Select the Wall Location
This air conditioner has a slide-out chassis, so that it can be installed through an
outside wall as specified below:
MAX WALL THICKNESS: 8”
IMPORTANT: The side louvers must never be blocked.
NOTE: All parts needed for Thru-The-Wall Installation are provided, except a
wood frame, shims, and 10 wood screws (10-1" long minimum). Select a wall
surface that:
1. Does not support major structural loads such as the frame construction at
ends of windows, and under truss-bearing points, etc.
2. Does not have plumbing or wiring inside.
3. Is near existing electrical outlets, or where
another out-let can or will be installed.
4. Does not have objects blocking the air vents
which limits cooling.
5. Allows unblocked airflow from the rear and
sides of the air conditioner.
Prepare the Wall
1. Prepare the wall in frame construction
(including brick and stucco veneer). Working
from inside the room, find the wall stud that is nearest the center of the
installa-tion area.
2. Cut a hole on each side of the center stud.
3. Measure between the inside edges of every other stud as shown below.
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION - THRU-THE-WALL (CONT.)
Carefully measure and cut an opening with the following dimensions
depending on your model.
WIDTH“X" = inside model plus twice the thickness of the framing
material used.
HEIGHT“Y”= inside model height plus twice the thickness of framing
material used.
Model 15K/18K 22K/24K
Inside Frame Height 18 1/4 " (46.4 cm)
3/4 " PLUS
TRIM THICKNESS
19 1/2 " (49.5 cm)
Inside Frame Width 23 7/8 " (60.6 cm) 26 9/10 " (68.3 cm)
4. Build a wooden frame with the
INSIDE dimensions of your model
listed above (Measure twice). The
frame depth should be the same as
the wall thickness. Fill in extra space
from the opening to the studs with
wood spacers as shown below.
5. Nail the spacers to the studs. They
should be flush with the dry wall.
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FIG.17
1. Slide the chassis from the
cabinet. Refer back to the
REMOVE CHASSIS instructions in
the WINDOW MOUNTING
SECTION.
2. Place the cabinet into the
opening with the bottom rail
resting firmly on the bottom
board of the wood frame.
3. Position the cabinet so it is
tilted properly for water re-moval
as seen below.
4. Secure the bottom rail to the
wood frame with two large 1”(2.5
cm) long wood screws as shown
below.
Prepare and Install
the Cabinet
NOTE: If wall thickness is
8-1/2”or more, add
aluminum flashing over
the bottom of the frame
opening to assure water is
unable to enter the area
between the inner and
outer wall.
CAULKAS
REQUIRED
ALUMINUM FLASHING
OVER BOTTOM OF FRAME
OVER
81/2”
FIG.18
1"LONG
WOOD SCREW
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ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION - THRU-THE-WALL (CONT.)
MASONRY CONSTRUCTIO N
Refer to the SUPPORT BRACKET
ASSEMBLY in the WINDOW
MOUNTING section to assemble
the support brackets. A wooden
strip nailed to the outside wall
should be used in conjunction
with the angled sill support
brackets.
5. Screw or nail the cabinet to
the wooden frame using shims if
the frame is oversized, to
eliminate possible noise.
Remember to maintain proper
slope for water elimination.
6. Install the chassis into the cabinet by following the steps described in
the WINDOW MOUNTING section.
OPTIONAL: Caulking and installation of the trim on the interior wall may
be done if desired. Caulk the openings around the top and sides of the
cabinet and all sides of the wood sleeve to the opening.
NOTE: See the WINDOW MOUNTING instructions for the bottom rail seal
location.
1. Cut or build a wall opening in the masonry wall similar to the frame
construction (refer to the THRU-THE-WALL installation for a wall
thickness greater than 8 1/2").
FIG.19
FIG.20
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INSTALLATION & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction to Refrigerants R32
2. Secure the cabinet in place using masonry nails, or masonry anchor
screws. Or, build a frame using the instructions found in the THRU-THE
WALL installation section.
3. Make sure the masonry above the cabinet is supported well. Use the
existing holes in the cabinet or additional drilled holes to fasten the
cabinet at various positions. Make sure that the side louvers are clear of
any obstructions.
4. Install the exterior cabinet support brackets according to the
SUPPORT BRACKET INSTALL ATION instructions in the THRU-THE-WALL
installation section. Caulk or flash with aluminum if needed. This will
provide a tight seal around the top and sides of the cabinet.
5. For a more aesthetically pleasing installation, apply wood trim
molding around the sides of the cabinet without obstructing the side
louvers.
• Before installing the appliance, you must read the manual carefully to
get the safety information and notes.
• When filling the combustible refrigerant, any of your rude operations
may cause serious injury or injuries to human body or bodies and object
or objects.
• A leak test must be done after the installation is completed.
• It is a must to do the safety inspection before maintaining or repairing
an air conditioner using combustible refrigerant in order to ensure that
the fire risk is reduced to minimum.
• It is necessary to operate the machine under a controlled procedure in
order to ensure that any risk arising from the combustible gas or vapor
during the operation is reduced to minimum.
• Requirements for the total weight of filled refrigerant and the area of a
room to be equipped with an air conditioner.
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