Friedrich ZStar ZQ08 User manual

Room Air Conditioner
Installation and Operation
Manual
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115 Volts •ZQ08 •ZQ10
Registering Your Room Air Conditioner
Model information can be found on the name plate located on the
side of the unit near the control panel. Please complete and mail
the owner registration card furnished with this product or register
on-line at www.friedrich.com (USA only). For your future
convenience, record the model information here.
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Congratulations!
You have purchased a Friedrich ZStar_
room air conditioner. The Friedrich
ZStar_ is designed to give maximum
comfort and quietness.
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................................. 2
Safety Precautions ....................................................................... 3
How to operate your Friedrich ZStar_ ........................................ 5
Installation Instructions............................................................... 8
Troubleshooting Tips................................................................. 15
Warranty ...................................................................................... 16

Introduction
Before Operating Your Unit
Make sure the wiring is adequate for your unit.
If you have fuses, theyshould be of the timedelay type. Before you installor relocate this unit, be sure that
the amperage rating of the circuit breaker or time delay fuse does notexceed the amp rating listed infigure1.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
The cord provided will carry the proper amount of electrical powerto the unit; an extension cord will not.
Make sure that the receptacle is compatible with the wall plug provided.
Thisinsures proper grounding. If you have a two-prong receptacle you will need to have thecircuit replaced
by a certified electrician with a grounded circuit that meets all national and local codes and ordinances. You
must use the three-prong plug furnished with the air conditioner.
MODEL
CIRCUIT
RATING OR
TIME DELAY
FUSE PLUG FACE
AMP VOLT NEMA NO.
ZQ08
ZQ10 15 125 5-15P
Figure 1
For the Best Cooling Performance and Energy Efficiency
Keep the filter clean
Make sure that your air conditioner is always in top performing condition by cleaning the filter regularly.
Instructions for removing and cleaning the filter can be found on page 7.
Provide good airflow
Make sure thatthe airflow to and from theunit is unobstructed.Your air conditioner puts theair out on the
right side of the unit, and takes in air on the left side. Airflow is critical for good operation. It is just as
important on the outside of the building that the airflow around the unit exterior is not blocked.
Unit Placement
If your air conditioner can be placed in a window or a wall that is shaded by a tree or another building, the
unit will operate even more efficiently. Using drapes or blinds on the sunny side of the dwelling will also
add to your unit's efficiency.
Insulation
Good insulation will be a big help in maintaining desirable comfort levels. Doors should have weather
stripping. Be sure to caulk around doors and windows.

Safety Precautions
To prevent injury totheuser or other people and property damage, thefollowing instructions must be
followed.
• Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instruction will cause harmor damage, the seriousness is classified
by thefollowing indications,
,/_ WARNING " This indication shows the possibility of causing death or serious injury, l
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/_ CAUTION . This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to
• properties only.
• Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
Never Do This
Always Do This
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• Otherwise, it will cause electrical
shock or fire due to heat
generation or electrical shock,
• tt will cause electrical shock or • It will cause electrical shock or fire.
fire due to heat generation,
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• tt will cause electric shock or fire
due to heat generation, • ttwill cause electric shock, • This could damage your health,
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Safety Precautions
• tt may cause an injury, • Water may enter the unit and • An oxygen shortage may occur,
degrade the insulation, It may
cause an electric shock,
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• Since the fan rotates at high
speed during operation, it may
cause an injury,
• This could injure the pets or
plants,
• Do not use this air conditioner to
preserve precision devices, food,
_tets, plants, and art objects,
may cause deterioration of
quality, etc,
• tt may cause an electric shock, • tt may cause a fire or deformation • It may cause imperfect
of the cabinet, combustion,

Howto OperateYourZStar RoomAir Conditioner
The controls will look like the following.
Walt three minutes
before restarting
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High _High
L°Wo\ _1 J_/e Med
Fan " _-Cool
Low ecool
Controls
When the air conditioner has finished cooling the room and isturned off or set to the
fan position, wait at least 3 minutes before resetting to the cooling operation again.
• FOR NORMAL COOLING
1. Turn the Mode switch to the High, Med, or Low Cool setting.
2. Set the Temperature control to the desired temperature point (the mid-point is a
good starting position). If the room temperature is not satisfactory after a
reasonable time, adjust the controlto a cooler or warmer setting, as appropriate.
•FOR MAXIMUM COOLING
1. Turn the Mode switch to the High Cool setting.
2. Set the temperature control to the coolest temperature point (all the way to the
right).
• FOR QUIETER OPERATION
1. Turn the Mode switch to the Low Cool setting.
2. Set the Temperature control as needed.
• EnergySaver Switch
This rocker switch can be depressed to either YES or NO. In the yes position, you will
get the most economical operation. Both the fan and the compressor will cycle on and
off together, maintaining the selected temperature at a more constant level and
reducing the humidity more efficiently. This control will only operate when the unit is in
a cooling mode. In the NO position, the fan will run constantly as long as the unit is in
the cooling mode.

Howto OperateYourZStar_ RoomAir Conditioner
Additional controls and important information.
Vent Control
The vent control is located above the
control knobs.
When set at CLOSE, only the air inside the
room will be circulated and conditioned.
When set at OPEN, inside air is exhausted
outside. CLOSE _ VENT _ OPEN
To open the vent, pull the lever toward you.
To close it, push it in.
Air Direction
The direction of air can be controlled
horizontally or vertically by using the
horizontal louver or vertical louver.
Horizontal Air-Direction
The horizontal air direction is adjusted by
moving the inside louvers to the left or
right.
Vertical Air-Direction
The vertical (up or down) air direction is
adjusted by applying pressure to the bank
of the horizontal louvers.

Howto OperateYourZStar RoomAir Conditioner
Care and Maintenance
Grille and Case
Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug
from the wall outlet before cleaning.
Outdoor Coils
The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner should be
checked regularly. If they are clogged with dirt or soot they may be
professionally steamcleaned, a service availablethrough a dealer.
To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not
use bleach or abrasives.
Air Filter
The air filterbehind thefront grille should be checked and
cleaned at least onceevery 2 weeks or more often if
necessary.
• To Remove the Filter
1.Remove thefront cover by gripping thetopoutside edges
and pulling toward you.
You will noticethat thegrille will onlyopen toabout a 56°
angle.Do notforce thegrille open toofar.
2. Find the two clips that hold the filterinplace.
Gently lift the filterout.
•To Clean the Filter
1.Clean with warm water. Be sure to shake all water off
before replacingthe filter.
2. Carefully positionthe filter, bottomfirst, and snapthe
grille back into place.
CAUTION:DO NOToperate the air conditioner without a filter
because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce
performance.
Drainage
In humid weather, excess water may cause the
BASE PAN to overflow. To drain the water,
remove the DRAIN CAPand secure the DRAIN
PIPEto the rear hole of the BASE PAN.
Drain pipe_]]C _
Drain cap

Installation Instructions
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Before YouBegin
NOTE TOINSTALLER: Leavethese
instructionswith theair conditioner after
installationiscompleted.
NOTE TOCONSUMER: Keep this Installation
and Operation Manual for future use.
Important notes:
It isrecommended thatproper attire be worn
during installation.
For personal safety,this air conditioner must
be properly grounded.
It isimportantto have the wall outlet and circuit
checked bya qualified electrician ifthere isany
doubt as to whether a proper ground exists.
CAUTION:
Do not under anycircumstances,cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not change theplug on the power cord of
this air conditioner.
Aluminum housewiringmay present special
problems-consult a qualified electrician.
Electrical Data
Line Cord Plug Use Wall Receptacle Power Supply
Power supply cord with
3-prong grounding plug Standard 125V, 3-wire grounding
receptacle rated 15A, 125V AC
Use 15 AMP time
delay fuse or circuit
breaker.
ToolsYou Will Need
[3 Phillips-head screwdriver
[3 Flat-blade screwdriver
[3 Ruler or tape measure
[3Scissors or knife
[3 Pencil
[3 Level
[3 Hammer

Installation Instructions
Electrical safety
For the user'spersonalsafety,this appliancemustbe properlygrounded
The power cord of thisappliance isequipped
with a three-prong(grounding) plug. Use this
with a standard three-slot (grounding) wall
power outlet to minimizethe hazardof
electric shock. The customer should have the
wall receptacle and circuit checked bya
qualified electrician to make sure the
receptacle is properly grounded. PREFERRED_D
Ensure proper ground
exists before use
Do notcut or removethe third(ground)prongfrom thepowerplug
Do notuse anextensioncord.
The cord providedwill carry the proper amount of electrical power to the unit ;an extension cord
will not.