Frigidaire FAC127S1A11 User manual

Installation Instructions
READ BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT
DESIGNER SERIES Compact II Window Mounting
"fOurair conditioner is designed to install in standard
double hung windows with opening widths of 23 to 36
inches (584 mm to 914 ram) (FIG. 1)
Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear vertical
opening of 14-1/2 incbes (368 ram). Side louvers and the
rear of the AC nlnst have clear air space to allow
enough airflow through the condenser; for heat removal.
The rear of the unit must be outdoors, not inside a
building or garage.
When handling unit, be careful to avoid cuts
fronl sharp metal edges and ahlminum fins on
front and rear coils.
Fig. I
NOTE: SAVECARTON _xl these INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS for future reference. The carton is tile
best way to store unit during winter, or when not in use.
Some asse nbl} s eql ed. Please ead these nst let ols
carefully.
Mounting Hardware
Qty.
7
3/4"screws
lock frame
sasb lock
TOOLS NEEDED:
•Phillips Screw Driver
• Drill (If pilot holes are needed/
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P/N 66129901129

How to Install
NOTE: Top Rail and Sliding Panels at each side are
offset to provide the proper pitch to the rear of (5/16").
This is necessary for proper condensed water utilization
and drainage. If you are not using the Side Panels for
any reason, this pitch to tile rear must be maintained!
Place unit on flooL\ abench or atable. There is a
Left and Right Window Filler Panel - be sure to
use the proper panel for each side.When installed
the flange for securing the panel in place to the window sill
will be facing into tile room.
A. Hold the
Accordion
Panel m one
hand and
gently pull
back the
center to free
tile open end.
See Figure 2.
C. Once tile panel
has been
installed on tile
side of tile
cabinet, make
sure it sits
securely inside
the frame
channel by
making slight
adjustments. Slide the top and bottom ends of the frame
into the top and bottom rails of tile cabinet. Figure 5.
D. Slide the panel all tile way in and repeat on the other
side.
NOTE: If storm window blocks AC, see FIG. 14.
Keep a filial grip on the air conditioner, carefully
place the unit into the windo_ opening so the
bottom of the air conditiouer frame is against the
window sill (FIG. 6 & FIG. 6A). Carefnlly close the
window behind the top rail of the unit.
B. Slide the fl'ee end ('T'section/of the panel into tile
cabinet as shown in Figures 3A, 3B & 4. Slide the
panel down. Be sure to leave enough space to slip the
top and bottom of the frame into the rails on the cabinet.
WINDOWSILL
Extend the side panels out a_ainst the window
frame (FIG. 7).

Place the frame lock between the frame
extensions and the window sill as shown
(Fig. 8). Drive 3/4" (19 nun) locking
screws through the frame lock and into the sill
(FIG. 9). NOTE: To prevent window sill from
splitting, drill 1/8" (3 mm) pilot holes before
driving screws.
Cut foam seal and insert in the space
between the ut)per and lower sashes
(FIG, 13),
Drive 1/2" (13 mm) locking screws
through frame holes into window sash
(FIG, lO/1 I),
IfAC is Blocked by Storm
Window
Add wood as shown in FIG. 14, or remove storm
window before air conditioner is installed.
FIG. 14 _j SASH
BOARD
STORM WINDOW THICKNESS
FRAME AS REQUIRED,
OR OTHER 1 1/2" MIN FOR PROPER
OBSTRUCTON (38ram) .
_1 I" _ PITCHTO
REAR. ALONG
@/_ ENTIRE SiLL
FASTEN WITH
NAILS OR
SCREWS.
If Storm Window Frame must remain, be sure the
drain holes or slots are not caulked or painted
shut.Accumulated Rain Water or Condensation
must be allowed to drain out.
To secure lower sash in place, attach right
angle sash lock with 3/4" (19 mm) screw
as shown (FIG. 12).
Removing AC From
Window
* Turn AC off, and disconnect power cord.
* Remove sash seal from between windows,
and unscrew sash lock.
* Remove screws installed through frame and
frame lock.
* Close (slide) side panels into frame.
* Keeping a firm grip on air conditioner, raise
sash and carefully "rock" air conditioner
backward to drain any condensate water in
base of unit. Be carefld not to spill any
remaining water while lifting unit from
window. Store parts WITH air conditioner.