Frigidaire FAA051N7A2 User manual

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ROOM AIR CONDITIONER WARRANTY
Your product is protected by this warranty
Your appliance iswarranted by Electrolux, Electlolux has authorized Frigidaire Consumer Services and their atithorized servicers to peutorm service under this war
ranty, Electrolux authorizes no one else to change or add to any of these obligations under this warranty. Any obligations for service and parts under this war
rarity must be performed by Frigidaire Consumer Servicesor an authorized Frigidaire servicer,
FULL ONE-YEAR
WARRANTY
LIMITED 2ND-STN
YEAR WARRANTY
(Sealed System)
LIMITED
WARRANTY
(Applicable to the
State of Alaska)
WARRANTY
PERmOD
One year floraoliginal
pHIchase ([ate
Second through fifth years
flora oliginal purchase
(late
Time pedods listed above
FRIGIDAIRE, THROUGH ITS AUTHORIZED
SERVICERS,WILL:
Pay all costs fol lepaidng ol replacing parts of this
appliance which Dove to be defective in materials el
workmanship
Repai[ ol replace any pa[ts in the Sealed Refrigeration
System ((:omplessol, cendensel, evapolater and tubing)
proveste be defective in reaterials er wolkmanship
All of tile plovisiens of the full and limited warlanties above
and tile exclusions listed below apply
THE CONSUMER WILL BE
RESPONSIBLE FOR:
Costs of selvice calls that ale listed undel NOR-
MAL RESPONSIBILffIES OF THE CONSUMER,*
Diagnostic costs and any removal, tlanspoltatien
and [einstallation costs which ale required because
of service Costsfor labor, pa_tsand tlanspoltation
othel than with respectto tile SealedRefligelatien
System
Costs of tile te_ hnician's tlavel to tile home and
any costs for pick up and delivery of tile appliance
requiled because of sewice
*NORMAL
RESPONSIBILITIES
OF THE CONSUMER
EXCLUSIONS
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
This warranty applies only to produsts in ordinary household use, and the consumer is responsible for the
items listed below,
1, Proper use of the appliance in accordance wit[] instructions provided with the product,
2 Proper installation by an authorized servicer in accordance with instructions provided with the appliance and in accordance
with all local plumbing, electrical and/or gas codes,
3 Proper connection to a grounded power supply of sufficient voltage, replacement of blown fuses, repair of loose connections
or defects in house widng,
4 Expenses for making the appliance accessible for servicing, such as lemoval of trim, cupboards, shelves, etc,, which are not a
part of the appliance when it was shipped from the factory,
5, Damages to finish aRer installation,
6 Replacement of light bulbs and/oF fluorescent tubes (on models with these features),
This warranty does not cover the following:
1 CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS PROPERTYDAMAGE AND INCIDENTAL EXPENSESRESLJL]INGFROM
ANY BREACH OF THISWRITTEN OR ANY IMPLIEDWARRANTY,
Note: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this limitation or
ex(:lusion may not apply to you,
2 Service calls which do not involve malfunction or defects in workmanship or material, or for appliances not in ordinary
household use, The consurner shall pay for su(:h service calls.
3 Damages caused by services performed by persons other than authorized Frigidaire servicers; use of paRRsother than Frigidaile
Genuine Renewal Parts; obtained from persons other than such servicers; OFexternal causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate
power supply or acts of God,
4 Products with original serial numbers that have been lernoved or altered and cannot be leadily determined
gives you specific legal rights You may also have other rights that vary from state to state, Service under this warranty must be
obtained by following these steps, in order:
1. Contact Frigidaire Consumer Services or an authorized Frigidaire servicen
2 If there is a question as to where to obtain service, contact our Consumer Relations Department at:
Frigidaire
RO Box 212378
Augusta, GA 30917
800-444-4944
Product features or specifications asdescribed or illustrated are subject to change without notice, All warranties are made by Ele(:trolnx,
This warranty applies only in tile 50 states of the U,S,A,, Puerto Rico and Canada

Product Registration Record Your Mode[ and Serial Numbers
Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers, On most
models, the serial plate is located on the outside of the cabinet, Or] some models,
remove the filter and look at the bottom edge of the air conditioner behind the
front grille for the model and serial numbers, Reading these numbers may be easier
by using a flashlight or by removing the cabinet front as instructed under "Care
and Cleaning,"
Model No,
Serial No,
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATIONCARD should be filled in completely,
signed and returned to the Frigidaire Company.
Contents
NOTE: This Owner's Guide provides
specific operating instructions for your
model. Usethe room air conditioner only
as instructed in this Owner's Guide.
These instructions are not meant to
cover every possible condition and
situation that may occur. Common sense
and caution must be practiced when
installing, operating, and mairstaining
any appliance.
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Warranty
Product Registration
Normal Sounds
Important Safety Instructions
Energy Saving Ideas
Using Air Conditioner
Air Conditioner Features
Care and Cleaning
Avoid Service CheckNst
Normal Sounds
At the front of the unit,
you may hear the sound
of rushing air being moved
by the fan,
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Today's high efficiency
compressors may have a
high pitched chatter during
the cooling cycle, Unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor wall
or window construction or
incorrect installation.
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Droplets of water hitting
condenser during normal
operation may cause
"pinging or swishing"
sounds,
"Gurgling or hissing" noise may be heard due to
refrigerant passing through evaporator during
normal operation,

Important Safety
Instructions
Avoid fire hazard or
electric shock. Do not use an extension
cord or an adaptor plug. Do not remove
any prong from the power cord.
Read a[[ instructions before using this air conditioner.
For Your Safety
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings.
Prevent Accidents
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or iniury to persons when using your air
conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the following:
• Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen.
If the air conditioner is to be installed in a window, you will probably want to
clean both sides of the glass first. If the window is a triple4rack type with a
screen panel included, you may want to remove the screen completely before
installation.
Be sure the air conditioner has been securely and correctly installed according to
the separate installation instructions provided with this manual. Save this
manual and installation instructions for possible future use in removing or
reinstalling this unit.
When handling the air conditioner, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins
on rear coil.
Electrical Information
The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is stated on tile
serial plate. Refer to the rating when checking the electrical requirements.
Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire
hazards, proper grounding is important. Tile power cord is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug for protection against shock hazards.
Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the
wall receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a
time delay fuse or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper
receptacle.
Do not run air conditioner with outside protective cover in place. This could result
in mechanical damage within the air conditioner.
• Do not use an extension cord or an adapter ptug.
Energy Saving Ideas
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The capacity of the room air conditioner must fit the room size for efficient and
satisfactory operation.
Install the room air conditioner on the shady side of your home. A window that
faces north is best because it isshaded most of the day.
Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains or furniture; or outside with
shrubs, enclosures, or other buildings.
Close the fireplace damper, floor and wall registers so cool air does not escape
up the chimney and into the duct work.
Keep blinds and drapes in other windows closed during tile sunniest part of the
day.
• Clean the air filter as recommended in the section "Care and Cleaning."
Proper insulation and weather stripping in your home will help keep warm air out
and cool air in.
External house shading with trees, plants or awnings will help reduce the air
conditioner's work load.
Operate heat producing appliances such as ranges, washers, dryers and
dishwashers during the coolest part of tile day.

Toreducetheriskoffire,electricshock,orinjuryto persons,read
Hi_uS_n_;:jAir Conditioner theIMPORTANTSAFETYINSTRUCTIONSbeforeoperatingthisappliance.
NOTE:Iftheairconditioneristurnedoff,
wait 3 minutesbeforerestarting.This
allowspressureinsidethecompressorto
equalize.Failure to follow these
instructionsmay cause inefficient
operation.
Tobeginoperatingtheairconditioner,follow thesesteps:
1.Plugintheairconditioner.(Topreventelectricalhazards,donotuseanextension
cordoranadapterplug.)
2.Setthethermostattotilehighestnumber(coldestorcoolersetting).
3.SettheselectorcontroltothehighestCOOL setting.
4. Adjust tile louvers for comfortable air flow (seeAir Directional Louvers).
5. Once the room has cooled, adjust the thermostat to the setting you find most
comfortable.
Review the "Air Conditioner Features" section for other settings.
Air Conditioner Features The controls featured in this manual are representational of the mar_y models
available. Your model may offer s/ight!y different features.
Cool Mode
The desired cool setting isselected by rotating the selector knob to the appropriate
location.
The "Max. Cool" setting should be selected when maximum cooling isdesired.
The "Mino Cool" setting should be selected when minimum cooling is desired.
Fan Mode
The "Hi, Fan" setting should be selected when maximum air circulation without
cooling is desired.
The "Low, Fan"setting should be selected when minimum air circulation without
cooling is desired.
Selected the "Fan Mode" automatically stops the compressor from running.
Thermostat (some models)
The thermostat is used to set the desired room temperature when the unit is
being operated in the "Cooling Mode",
To set the desired room temperature, rotate the thermostat switch to the
desired setting. After the set temperature is achieved the thermostat will auto-
matically start and stop the compressor in order to maintain the desired set
temperature,
Rotate the thermostat selector clockwise for higher cool settings. Higher cool
settings will provide lower room temperature.
Rotate the thermostat selector counter clockwise for lower cool settings.
low cool settings will provide higher room temperature.

Air Conditioner Features
(continued)
Air Directional Louvers
Air directional louvers control air flow direction. Your air conditioner has one of the
louver types described below,
Auger Type
The louvers will allow you to direct the air flow Up or Down and Left or Right
throughout the room as needed. Rotate the Auger Wheel until the desired direction
is obtained.
AUGER WHEELS
Care and Cleaning Clean your air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking new Be sure to unplug
the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards.
Air Filter Cleaning
The air filter should be checked at least once a month to see if cleaning is necessary
Trapped particles in the filter carl build up and cause an accumulation of frost on
the cooling coils
• Push the vent handle to the Vent Closed position (where applicable)
, ()pen the front panel
, Grasp the filter by the center and pull up and out,
• Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water, Rinse filter
thoroughly. Gently shake excesswater from the filter, Be sure filter isthoroughly
dry before replacing,
o Or, instead of washing you may vacuum the filter clean,
Cabinet Cleaning
o Besure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard Thecabinet and
front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or washed with a cloth dampened in a
solution of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing detergent Rinsethoroughly and
wipe dry
o Never use harshcleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front
• Be sure to wring excess water from the cloth before wiping around the controls
Excesswater in or around the controls may cause damage to the air conditioner
• Plug in air conditioner
Winter Storage
If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter, remove it carefully from the
window according to the installation instructions Cover it with plastic or return it to the
original carton
NOTE: To prevent rust or electrical connections from being damaged, store air
conditioner in an upright position and a dry place. A winter cover can be
purchased from your dealer Thecover will protect the air conditioner when it is left in
placethrough the winter

Avoid ServiceChecMBt Beforecallingforservice,reviewth sl st.maysaveyout me expense.This
listincludescommon occurrencesthat are not the resultof defectiveworkman-
ship or materials in this appliance.
OCCURRENCE SOLUTION
Air conditioner will not operate. Wall plug disconnecte& Push plug firmly into wall outlet
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit
breakec
Selector Control in OFFposition Turn selector to ON (some models) or the desired FAN or COOL
setting_
Unit turned off by moving thermostat to a higher number and then immediately turning back to
a colder number Wait approximately 3 minutes Listen for compressor to start
Unit turned off and then on too quickly Turn unit off and wait 3 minutes before restarting_
Thermostat set too low Adjust thermostat to higher number for cooling
Air from unit does not feel cold
enough. Turn selector to a higher COOL position
Thermostat set too warm_ Set thermostat to colder temperature
Room temperature below 70°F (21°C) Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above
70% (21°C)_
Temperature sensing tube touching cold coil, located behind air filter Straighten tube away from coil.
Air conditioner cooling, but room is
too warm -- ice forming on cooling
coil behind decorative front.
Outdoor temperature below 70°F (21°C)_ To defrost the coil, set selector to FAN position Then,
set thermostat to warmer position_
Air filter may be dirty Clean filter, Refer to Care and Cleaning section_ To defrost, set selector to
FAN
Thermostat set too cold for night-time cooJing_ To defrost the coil, set selector to a FAN position,
Then, set thermostat to a warmer position
Air conditioner cooling, but room is Dirty air filter -- air restricted Clean air filtec Refer to Care and Cleaning section
too warm -- NO ice forming on
cooling coil behind decorative front. Thermostat set too warm, Turn thermostat clockwise to a colder setting,
Air directional louvers positioned improperly Position louvers for better air distribution_
Front of unit isblocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc -- restricts air distribution, Clear blockage
in front of unit,
Doors, windows, registers, etc_open -- cold air escapes Close doors, windows, registers, etc
Unit recently turned on in hot room Allow additional time to remove "stored heat" from walls,
ceiling, floor and furniture
Air conditioner turns on and off
rapidly. Dirty air filter -- air restricted Clean air fiJtec
Outside temperature extremely hot, Set to high cool to bring air past cooling coils more
frequently
Noise when unit is cooling, Air movement sound, This is normal If too loud, turn selector to lower FAN setting
Sound of fan hitting water-moisture removal system, This is normal when humidity is high, Close
doors, windows and registers
Window vibration -- poor installation_ Refer to installation instructions or check with installer
Water dripping INSIDE when unit is Improper installation Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage Refer to
cooling, installation instructions -- check with installer
Water dripping OUTSIDE when unit is Unit removing large quantity of moisture from humid room. This is normal during excessively
cooling, humid days