Frigidaire FAM156R1A 15,100 User manual

Installation Instructions
For Heavy Duty (FAS Models) and
Median (FAM Models) Air Conditioners
Please read ALL instructions before installing.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 unit. See#5 in Preliminary Instructions
following.
Preliminary instructions
Do the following before starting to install unit.See illustrations
below.
with this air conditioner are made to install in a wooden
Check dimensions of your unit to determine model type:
1.
Check window opening size
-the mounting parts furnished
sill double-hung window.The standard parts are for
window dimensions listed above.Open sash to a minimum
of 19"(483mm). (FIG. 1)
2.
Check condition of window - all wood parts of window
must be in good shape and able to firmly hold the needed
screws.If not, make repairs before installing unit.
3.
Check your storm windows - if your storm window
frame does not allow the clearance required, correct by
adding a piece of wood as shown in FIG.2, or by removing
storm window while room air conditioner is being installed.
(continued)
Unit Height:
Unit Width:
Min. Window Opening:
Min. Window Width:
Max. Window Width:
Heavy duty (FAS) Median (FAM)
18.5/8" 17.5/8"
26 1/2"23 1/2"
18 1/2"
26 1/2"
40 1/2"
19"
31"
43"
FIG. 1 FIG. 2
SASH
19" MIN
1/2" MIN
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
SASH
1/2" MIN
19" MIN
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
1 1/2" MIN
BOARD THICKNESS AS
REQUIRED, ALONG
ENTIRE STOOL, FASTEN
WITH TWO NAILS OR
SCREWS.
1
SEAL-BOTTOM RAIL TO UNIT
SIDE RETAINER
FRAME
ASSEMBLY
(LEFT)
WASHER HEAD
LOCKING SCREW
FOAM GASKET
TOP ANGLE
FRAME
ASSEMBLY
(LEFT)
SAFETY LOCK AND
3/4" LONG HEX HEAD
SCREW
1/2" LONG
SCREWS AND
LOCKNUTS
LOCKNUT
3/4" LONG
FLAT HEAD
BOLT
WINDOW SUPPORT
BRACKET
WINDOW SASH SEAL
SILLANGLE
BRACKET
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4. CHECK FOR ANYTHING THAT COULD BLOCK
AIRFLOW - check area outside of window for things
such as shrubs, trees, or awnings. Inside, be sure
furniture, drapes, or blinds will not stop proper air flow.
5. Check the available electrical service - power supply must
be the same as that shown on the unit serial nameplate.
(See Owner's Guide for serial plate location.)Power cord
is 48"long. Be sure you have an outlet near.
All models have a 3-prong service plug to provide proper
service and safe positive grouding. Do not change plug in
any way. Do not use an adapter plug. If your present wall
outlet does not match your plug, call a qualified electrician
to make the needed change.
a large flat blade screwdriver
tape measure
adjustable wrench or pliers
pencil
Level
Socket wrenches
Phillips screwdriver
Tools Required
Hardware (in plastic bag)
6. Carefully unpack air conditioner - remove all packing
material. Protect floor or carpet from damage. Two
people should be used to move and install unit.
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.
WARNING
Grounding type wall
receptacle
Do not, under any
circumustances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
grounding prong.
Power supply cord
with 3-prong grounding
plug and current
detection device
Washer Head
Locking Screw
For window panels
3/4" Long Hex-
Head Screw 3
2
Qty.
Safety Lock
1/2" Long Screw
and locknut
3/4" Long Flat
Head Bolt and
Locknut
Sill Angle Bracket
1
4 ea.
2 ea.
2
10
Long hex-head
locking screw for
top angle, side
retainer 5/16"
Long
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(See FIG.9)
screws
(See FIG.2)
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3. Insert top and bottom legs of window filler panel frame
into channel in the to angle and bottom rail. Do both
sides.
4. Insert washer head locking screws (2) into holes in
top leg of filler panel frame (see Step 6). Do not totally
tighten. Allow leg to slide freely. Screws will be
tightened after Section 6.
Install Support
5Bracket
1. Hold each support bracket flush against outside of sill,
and tight to bottom of cabinet as shown below. Mark
brackets at top level of sill, and remove.
Place Cabinet in
4Window
1. Open window and mark
center of window stool.
2. Place cabinet in window with bottom stool angle firmly
scated over window stool as shown. Bring window
down temporarily behind top angle to hold cabinet in
place.
STOOL
STOOL
ANGLE
LEFT
LOCKNUT
SILL ANGLE
BRACKET
FLAT HEAD BOLT
2 EACH REQ'D FOR EACH
SUPPORT BRACKET
MARK
1/2" LONG SCREWS
AND LOCKNUTS
RIGHT
3. Shift cabinet left or right as needed to line up center of
cabinet on center line marked on stool.
4. Fasten cabinet to window stool with 2 screws into
holes.(You may wish to pre-drill pilot holes.)
5. Add bottom rail seal over screws to window stool.
2. Asscmble sill angle bracket to support brackets at the
marked position, as shown. Hand tighten, but allow
for any changes later.
3. Install support brackets (with sill angle brackets
attached) to correct hole in bottom of cabinet as shown.
4. Tighten all 6 bolts securely.
1/2" long screws
and locknuts
Bottom
Rail Seal
3/4" long HEX-
HEAD SCREW
4

Extend Window Filler
Panels
1. Carefully raise window to expose filler panel locking
1. Lift air conditioner and carefully slide into cabinet
3. Be sure chassis is firmly seated towards rear of cabinet.
4. Installation of front is the reverse of removal outlined
2.
leaving 6" protruding.
in Section 1.
DO not push on controls OR finned coils.
screws. Loosen screws so filler panels slide easily.
2. Extend panels to fill window opening completely.
3. Close window behind top angle.
Tighten locking screws on top.
1. Trim sash seal to fit window width. Insert into space
between upper and lower sashes.
2. Attach right angle safety lock as shown.
LOCKING SCREWS
WINDOW SASH SEAL
SAFETY LOCK
3/4" long hex-
head screw
6Install Chassis into
Cabinet and Install
Front to Unit
8
Install Window Lock
and Sash Seal
7
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