Danby DTAC100F1WDB User manual

DANBY PRODUCTS LIMITED, ONTARIO, CANADA N1H 6Z9
DANBY PRODUCTS INC., FINDLAY, OHIO, USA 45840
OWNER’S MANUAL
MANUEL DU PROPRIÉTAIRE
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
www.Danby.com
THROUGH-THE-WALL AIR CONDITIONER
Owner’s Manual.............................1 - 10
CLIMATISEUR MURAL
Manual du propriétaire.................11 - 20
AIRE ACONDICIONADO DE PARED
Manual del propietario..................21 - 30
2019.01.22
MODEL •MODÈLE •MODELO
DTAC100F1WDB
DTAC120F1WDB

Welcome
Welcome to the Danby family. We are proud of our quality products and we believe in
dependable service. We suggest that you read this owner’s manual before plugging in your new
appliance as it contains important operation information, safety information, troubleshooting and
maintenance tips to ensure the reliability and longevity of your appliance.
Visit www.Danby.com to access self service tools, FAQs and much more. For additional assistance
call 1-800-263-2629.
Note the information below; you will need this information to obtain service under warranty.
You must provide the original purchase receipt to validate your warranty and receive service.
Model Number: _________________________________________________
Serial Number: _________________________________________________
Date of Purchase: _______________________________________________
Need Help?
Before you call for service, here are a few things you can do to help us serve you better.
Read this owner’s manual:
It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your appliance properly.
If you receive a damaged appliance:
Immediately contact the retailer or builder that sold you the appliance.
Save time and money:
Check the troubleshooting section at the end of this manual before calling. This section
will help you solve common problems that may occur.
1-800-26- Danby
(1-800-263-2629)
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Important Safety Information
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
All wiring must comply with local and national
codes and must be installed by a qualified
electrician. Check the available power supply and
resolve any wiring problems before installing and
operating this appliance.
This 115 V appliance may be used in any properly
wired, general purpose household receptacle.
The rating plate located on the right side of the
appliance just above the power cord contains
electrical and other technical data.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance is not intended for use by persons,
including children, with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given 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.
Do not install the appliance where leakage of
combustible gas is suspected.
POWER CORD INSTRUCTIONS
The power supply cord contains a current device
that senses damage to the power cord. To test the
power supply cord:
1. Press the TEST button on the power supply cord.
The RESET button will click and pop out.
2. Press the RESET button until it clicks into place.
3. The power supply cord is now supplying
electricity to the appliance.
Do not use this device to turn the appliance on or
off. Ensure that the RESET button is pushed in for
correct operation. The power supply cord must be
replaced if it fails to reset when the TEST button is
pushed.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
This appliance must be grounded. Grounding
reduces the risk of electrical shock by providing an
escape wire for the electrical current.
This appliance has a cord that has a grounding
wire with a 3-prong plug. The power cord must be
plugged into an outlet that is properly grounded.
If the outlet is a 2-prong wall outlet, it must be
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall
outlet.
WARNING - Improper use of the grounding
plug can result in a risk of electric shock.
Consult a qualified electrician or service agent
if the grounding instructions are not completely
understood, or if doubt exists as to whether the
appliance is properly grounded.
Do not connect your appliance to extension
cords or together with another appliance in the
same wall outlet. Do not splice the power cord.
Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the
third ground prong from the power cord. Do not
use extension cords or ungrounded (two prongs)
adapters.
If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similar qualified person in order to avoid hazard.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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AIR CONDITIONER ACCESSORIES
1. 1” x 1 1/2” x 84” Stuffer seal
2. 17” long Tapered spacer blocks (x2)
3. 4 1/2” x 3 1/2” x 1 1/2” Centering support
blocks (x4)
4. 1/8” x 4 1/2” x 14 1/2” Plastic divider (x2)
5. 1” x 1 1/2” x 25” Seal (x3)
6. 1” x 1 1/2” x 14” Seal (x2)
7. 1” x 3/8” x 25” Seal (x3)
8. 1” x 3/8” x 14” Seal (x2)
9. 1” x 3/4” x 14” Seal (x2)
10.Side trim frame (x2)
11.Top and bottom trim frame (x2)
12.Green ground wire
13.Toothed washer for grounding screw (x2)
14.Grounding screw
15.Plastic grille
16.Aluminum grille
17.Plastic nuts (x4)
18.Screw washer (x4)
19.Screw (x4)
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GRILLE INSTALLATION
The installation of a this air conditioner requires the
installation of a compatible air conditioner sleeve,
which should be purchased separately.
A grille must be installed on the appliance before it
is placed inside the air conditioner sleeve. This grille
can be aluminum or plastic depending on what will
work best with the sleeve.
Aluminum Grille Installation
Place the aluminum grille on the rear of the
appliance and secure with screws.
Ensure that the aluminum grille is installed in the
right direction, with the fins pointed outward.
Plastic Grille Installation
A plastic grille can also be installed but it is
recommended to use the aluminum grille if possible
for better air flow.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
GROUNDING WIRE
The installation of the grounding wire is an optional
step. If the grounding wire will be used, it should be
installed before the appliance is placed inside the
wall sleeve.
Locate the screw on the side of the appliance.
Remove the screw and the plastic washer.
Secure the grounding wire to the side of the
appliance using the toothed washer and the screw.
Ensure that the toothed washer is against the side of
the appliance. Ensure that the grounding wire does
not become tangled when placing the appliance
inside the wall sleeve.
SUPPORT BLOCKS
The installation of the support blocks on the sides of
the appliance is optional based on what can fit into
the wall sleeve.
Attach four support blocks to the sides of the
appliance, two on each side. The support blocks
provide stability to the appliance inside the sleeve.
WALL FRAME
Place the appliance inside the wall sleeve. Install
the long stuff seal between the wall sleeve and the
appliance to ensure the enclosure is sealed. A flat
bladed screw driver or putty knife may be used.
Assemble the trim by inserting the top and bottom
pieces into the side pieces and snapping them into
place.
Pull the power cord through the frame and the slide
the frame over the appliance until it is flush with the
wall.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
REMOTE CONTROL
1. Mode Button: Used to choose the operating
mode: cool, fan, dry and auto.
2. Up and Down Arrows: Used to adjust the set
temperature and the timer function.
3. Sleep Button: Used to set the sleep function.
4. Power Button: Used to turn the appliance on or
off.
5. Fan Buttons: Used to set the fan speed: low,
medium and high.
6. Lock Button: Press this button to lock the remote
control and prevent the settings from being
inadvertently changed.
7. Energy Saver Button: Used to set the energy
saver function.
8. Timer Button: Used to set the auto on and auto
off timer.
9. °C/°F Button: Used to change the temperature
scale displayed.
10.Follow Me Button: Used to set the Follow Me
function.
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CONTROL PANEL
1. Display Panel: Displays the set temperature, the
ambient temperature and the timer settings. To
change the temperature scale being displayed,
press the up and down buttons at the same time.
2. Remote control receiver
3. Filter Button: The indicator light will illuminate
as a reminder to check the filter. Once the filter
has been cleaned, press this button to resume
normal operation.
4. Mode Button: Used to choose the operating
mode: cool, fan, dry and auto.
5. Fan Button: Used to set the fan speed: low,
medium and high.
6. Energy Saver Button: Used to set the energy
saver function.
7. Sleep Button: Used to set the sleep function.
8. Up and Down Arrows: Used to adjust the set
temperature and the timer function.
9. Timer Button: Used to set the auto on and auto
off timer.
10.Power Button: Used to turn the appliance on or
off.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
REMOTE CONTROL BATTERIES
The remote control requires two AAA alkaline
batteries (included). Batteries should be replaced
when:
a) No sound is heard when attempting to program
the appliance.
b) The appliance does not respond to a command
issued by the remote control.
Battery replacement:
1. Slide the rear cover on the remote in the
direction of the arrow.
2. Insert two AAA batteries following the same
orientation depicted inside the battery chamber
(+/-).
3. Reinstall the rear cover.
4. If the remote control will not be used for
extended periods of time, the batteries should be
removed.
Notes:
• Protect the remote control from high
temperatures, and keep it away from radiation
exposure.
• Keep the control panel receiver out of direct
sunlight.
• Do not mix old and new batteries.
• Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or
rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh,etc) batteries.
• The remote operates within a range of 8 meters
(26 ft.) from the receiver located inside the main
appliance. Any obstruction between the receiver
and remote may cause signal interference,
limiting the ability to program the main unit.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with the
Canadian ICES-003 standard. CAN ICES-3 (B)
This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, may cause
interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined
by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
or more of the following measures:
1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment
and receiver.
3. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a
circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Changes or modifications not approved by the
party responsible for FCC compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
This appliance complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause interference.
2. This device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
FUNCTION INSTRUCTION
Operating Modes
There are four operating modes to choose from.
Press the Mode Button repeatedly to choose the
desired mode. The adjacent indicator light will
illuminate to show which mode has been selected.
• Cool Mode
Choose Cool Mode to set the cooling function. Use
the Up and Down Arrows to choose the desired
temperature. When Cool Mode is selected, the fan
speed can be adjusted by pressing the fan button.
• Dry Mode
Choose Dry Mode to remove excess moisture
from the air during periods of high humidity. All
water pulled from the air will condense inside the
appliance and drain out the back. The fan speed
will be automatically set and cannot be modified in
Dry Mode.
• Fan Mode
Choose Fan Mode to run the internal fan without
engaging the cooling function. Press the fan button
repeatedly to choose the fan speed, Low, Med or
High.
• Auto Mode
Auto Mode is a pre-set factory program that
automatically defines the mode and fan speed
based on the set temperature, the ambient
temperature and the ambient humidity.
Up and Down Arrows
The Up and Down Arrows will modify the set
temperature in 1°increments.
The Up and Down Arrows will modify the set time of
the timer function in 0.5 hour increments up to 10
hours and then in 1 hour increments up to 24 hours
maximum.
Timer Function
The Timer Function can be used to turn the
appliance on or off after a set period of time.
Auto On Function
1. Press the Timer Button once and the Auto On
indicator light will illuminate.
2. Use the Up and Down Arrows to select the
desired amount of time before the appliance
should turn on.
3. Use the Mode Button to select the desired mode.
4. Use the Fan Button to select the desired fan
speed.
5. The time selected will appear on the display
panel and will count down until the appliance
turns on.
Auto Off Function
1. Press the Timer Button twice and the Auto Off
indicator light will illuminate.
2. Use the Up and Down Arrows to select the
desired amount of time before the appliance
should turn off.
3. The time selected will appear on the display
panel and will count down until the appliance
turns off.
Using Auto On and Auto Off Simultaneously
If there is a need for the appliance to turn on, run
for a set period of time and then turn off, the Auto
On and Auto Off functions can be used at the same
time by first setting one and then the other. Both
indicator lights will illuminate and the display will
count down to the appliance either turning off or
on, whichever function was set first.
Note: The timer will not cycle the appliance on and
off indefinitely. The Auto On and Auto Off timers
will function one time and then the appliance will
return to regular functioning.
Turning the appliance off, pressing the default
button on the remote or unplugging the appliance
will clear all memory settings, including the timer.
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Energy Saver Function
The Energy Saver Function will automatically cycle
the fan on and off when the compressor is not in use
to minimize how often the compressor needs to turn
on. This function is available in Cool, Dry, and Auto
modes.
The fan will continue to run for 3 minutes after the
compressor turns off. The fan will then cycle on for
2 minutes in 10 minute intervals until the ambient
temperature is above the set temperature, at which
point the compressor will turn on and cooling will
resume.
Sleep Function
The Sleep Function can be used to conserve
energy during sleeping hours. When selected,
the set temperature will increase by 2°per hour
for two hours. The appliance will hold the new
set temperature for 6 hours before automatically
returning to normal operation.
The Sleep Function can be canceled at any time by
pressing the Sleep Button.
Follow Me Function
There is a temperature sensor built into the remote
control that will continuously collect the current
room temperature. Keep the remote control with
you and the appliance will automatically adjust the
set temperature based on the current temperature
where you are located.
Press the Follow Me button on the remote control
to activate the Follow Me function. The remote will
display the current temperature at its location. The
remote will send a signal to the air conditioner
every 3 minutes, so long as you remain within
range of the appliance.
The maximum distance for the Follow Me feature is
8 meters (26 feet). This feature is available in Cool
and Auto modes.
AIR FILTER
The air filter should be cleaned approximately every
2 weeks. The air filter may require more frequent
cleaning if there is significant dander or fur in the
air.
1. The air filter is located behind the front intake
grill. Grasp the filter by the center and pull up
and out.
2. Use a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush
attachment to remove any large debris or dust
build up from the air filter.
3. Wash the filter in lukewarm, soapy water, below
40°C (104°F), or use a neutral cleaning agent.
4. Rinse the filter with clean water and dry
thoroughly before reinstalling in the appliance.
5. Press the filter button on the control panel to
resume normal functioning.
Note: Do not operate the appliance without the air
filter installed.
CLEANING
To avoid possible electric shock, ensure that the
appliance is unplugged before performing any
cleaning or maintenance.
The outside of the appliance can be wiped clean
with a soft cloth or with a lukewarm, damp cloth if
necessary.
Do not use gasoline, benzene, thinner or any
other chemicals to clean this appliance as these
substances can cause damage to the finish and
deformation of plastic parts.
Never pour water directly onto the appliance as this
will cause deterioration of electrical components
and wiring insulation.
CARE & MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING
Danby Consumer Care: 1-800-263-2629
Hours of operation:
Monday to Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Eastern Standard Time
Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Eastern Standard Time
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
Appliance will not operate • Plug is not fully inserted into the wall outlet
• Blown fuse or circuit breaker
Insufficient cooling • Air filter is dirty
• Blocked air flow
• Appliance size is too small for application
Noise • Inadequate support in window installation
Odors • Formation of mold or mildew on internal wet surfaces
• Place an algaecide tablet in base pan; push the tablet through
the grill on either side of the appliance
Water dripping inside • Appliance is not properly angled to allow water to drain to the
outside
Water dripping outside • On very hot or humid days dripping water from the back of the
appliance is normal
Frost build up • When outdoor temperatures are below 18.3°C (65°F) frost may
form when the appliance is in cooling mode
• Switch the appliance to fan only mode until the frost melts
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