Frigidaire FAS296P2A1 User manual

Installation Instructions
for Heavy duty
Please real ALL installations before installing. Two
or more 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.
Preliminary Instructions
Do the following before starting to install unit. See
illustrations below.
1. Check window opening size - the mounting
parts furnished with this air conditioner are
made to install in a wooden sill double-hung
window. The standard parts are for a window
opening of 32''(812 mm) minimum to 43''(1092
mm) maximum width. Open sash to a minimum
of 20'' (508 mm). (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.
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P/N:819042102-01
SASH
20”MIN.
1/2” MIN.
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
Fig. 1
SASH
20”MIN.
1/2” MIN.
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
Fig. 2
BOARD THICKNESS AS
REQUIRED, ALONG
ENTIRE STOOL. FASTEN
WITH TWO NAILS OR
SCREWS.
1 1/2” MIN.
SIDE
ACCORDION
(LEFT)
SIDE
ACCORDION
(RIGHT)
DOUBLE
SIDED SEAL
TOP CHANNEL
MOUNTING
BRACKET
END CAP &
LEVELING LEGS
ANGLE
BRACKET
1/4” NUT
1/4”X1 ”
BOLT
SASH SEAL
WINDOW
FOAM
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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 airflow.
3/4"Screws (10)
Top Channel(1)
End Cap &
Leveling Legs(2)
Lock Washers(4)
1/4" Nuts(4)
Mounting
Brackets(2)
Angle
Brackets(2)
1-1/2"x1/4 Bolts(4)
Side Accordion RH(1)
Side Accordion LH(1)
Shutter Clamp(2)
Fig. 1A Installation Hardware Model 463AAC008BA
1/4"Screws (23)
Sash
Seal(1)
Lock Washers(4)
1/4" Nuts(4)
1-1/2"x1/4 Bolts(4)
Installation Hardware
Gasket(10)
NOTE: Surplus screw(s) for spare use.
Widow
Foam (1)
Double
Sided
Seal(1)
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 grounding. Do not change plug
in any way. Do not use an adapter plug or an
extension cord. If your present wall outlet does
not match your plug, call a qualified electrician to
make the needed change.
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.
Tools Required
Flat blade screwdriver
Tape measure
Adjustable wrench or pliers
Pencil
Spirit level
Socket wrenches
Phillips screwdriver
Power drill1/8” bit
Scissors
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass
the grounding prong.
Power supply cord
with 3-prong grounding
plug and current
detection device
Grounding type wall
receptacle
WARNINGWARNING
!
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.
Drain Plug(Only for 25K and 28K models)

Window Installation
Because the compressor is located on the
controls side of the unit (right side), this side
will be heavier and more awkward to manipulate.
Inadequate support on control side of the unit
can result in personal injury and damage to your
unit and property. Therefore, it is recommended
to have someone assist you during the
installation of this unit.
E. Be certain the proper electrical outlet is within
reach of the installation. All wiring should be in
accordance with local and national electrical
codes.
F. Your unit was designed to evaporate
condensation under normal conditions. However,
under extreme humidity conditions, excess
condensation may cause base pan to overflow to
the outside. The unit should be installed where
condensation run-off cannot drip on pedestrians
or neighboring properties.
1. Select the Best Location
A. Your room air conditioner was designed to
fit easily into a single or double hung window.
However, since window designs vary, it may be
necessary to make some modifications for safe
and proper installation.
B. Make sure window and frame is structurally
sound and free from dry and rotted wood.
C. For maximum efficiency, install the air
conditioner on side of the house or building
which favors more shade than sunlight. If the
unit is in direct sunlight, it is advisable to provide
an awning over the unit.
D. Provide sufficient clearance around the
cabinet to allow for ample air circulation through
the unit. See (Fig.B). The rear of the unit should
be outdoors and not in a garage nor inside of a
building. Keep unit as far away as possible from
obstacles and obstructions and at least 30"
above the floor or ground. Curtains and other
objects within a room should be prevented from
blocking the air flow.
Awning
Window opening requirements
(see table below)
Side
obstruction
Ground
Fence,
wall, or
other
obstacle.
12" Min.
30" Min.
20"
Min.
20"
Min.
CAUTION
! !
Fig.B
Cabinet size
(W*H*D)
Min. Window
opening
Max. Window
opening
26.5" *18.5" *26.9"
44"
30"
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2. Preparation to Remove the Air Conditioner
From Slide-Out Chassis
A. Place unit on floor, remove total of (4)
Philips screws securing the chassis to the
cabinet. There are (2) screws on each side.
The set of screws closest to the front of the
unit secure the front panel to the cabinet.
The set of screws closest to the rear of the unit
secure the cabinet to the chassis. See (Fig. 1).
NOTE: Screws must be reinstalled upon
completion of the window installation to
secure slide-out chassis.
B. Remove the front panel assembly from the
cabinet by gently pulling it.
C. Grasp the pull handle at the front of the
slide-out chassis and carefully slide the
air conditioner out of the cabinet. See (Fig. 2).
NOTE: Avoid touching coil in case of injury
or damage..
Fig. 2
Fig. 1
Right side
Philips screws
4. Assemble of the accordions to the cabinet.
Slide the accordions into the top and bottom
channels as shown in (Fig. 4). The accordions
are identified (on each frame) as "left" & "right".
Attach the accordions to the cabinet using (4)
1/4" screws on each side.
Accordion
Right Side
1/4" screws
Top Rail
1/4" Screws
(5)
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Coil
Pull Handle
Chassis
Double
sided seal
3. Assemble of the top channel to the cabinet
Stick the double sided seal to the top channel,
and then Install it to the cabinet as shown in
(Fig. 3) using (5) 1/4" screws.
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Window Installation

5. Installation of Mounting Brackets and the
Sealing Strip
NOTE: Windows come in a variety of different
styles. Therefore, it may be necessary to modify
or improve your particular installation.
A. Attach the bracket assembly to 90 angle
support brackets (Fig. 5) using (2) 1/4”X1 ”
bolts two bolts per bracket. Secure with the (2)
1/4" lock washers and (2) 1/4"nuts. DO NOT
immediately tighten these bolts as it may be
necessary to adjust the depth of the bracket
assembly, depending on the depth of your
window sill. See (Fig. 6).Install the two leveling
screws into the 90 support brackets. Test the
bracket assembly in the window before cabinet
installation. If the leveling screws are distanced
too far away from the wall to provide stability, it
may be necessary for you to shim this area with
a solid piece of wood. See (Fig. 7).
Fig. 5
Bracket Assembly
Bracket Bolts
Leveling Screw
V-slot
90 Angle
Support Brackets
(TOP VIEW)
12 3/5"
Center
Window sill
V-slot
(2) 3/4" screws per bracket
Bracket Assembly
Leveling Screw
Outer Wall Construction
3/16" Maximum
C. Measure the inside window sill width and
find the center as shown in (Fig. 8), and
measure 12 3/5" either side of the center line.
Align the V-slot in each bracket on these marks
and mount the brackets to the sill using 3/4"
screws provided. Brackets should be
perpendicular to the inside window sill.
See (Fig. 8).
B. For proper condensation run-off it will be
necessary to adjust the angle/pitch of the
window brackets. This is accomplished by
adjusting the distance of the leveling screw on
the outer wall. The maximum angle/pitch
should not exceed more than 3/16". See (Fig.6).
Use a solid piece of wood to provide stability. This
will be required when sills are extra deep.
See (Fig. 8).
CAUTION
! ! Window Sash
Window Sash
Sealing Strip
Solid Piece Wood
(If required)
Fig. 8
Fig. 6
Fig. 7
Fig. 9
12 3/5"
D. Cut the sash seal to fit the underside of the
bottom window sash. Remove the peel-off
backing on the foam and attach it to this sash.
See (Fig. 9).
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Window Installation
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6. Installation of the cabinet
B. Ensure the top rail is positioned in front of the
sash. The "U" shaped channel on the bottom of
the cabinet should be positioned in the track
provided on the bracket assembly. Pull the
window down until it rests just behind the top
rail. See (Fig. 11).
A. Align one hole in the bottom of the cabinet
with one hole in the bracket assembly. Secure
the cabinet to the bracket using (3) 1/4" screws
provided. Repeat the same procedure on the
opposite side of the cabinet. See (Fig. 10).
C. Check to make sure that the cabinet is
slanted slightly downward on the outside. If
necessary, re-adjust support bracket as shown
in (Fig. 6).
NOTE: Secure all hardware.
Window Sash
Top Rail
1/4" Screws
Fig. 10
Fig. 11
7. Secure Accordions
A. Carefully slide the air conditioner back into
the cabinet. (Please seek assistance for this
procedure).
B. Reinstall the slide-out-chassis security
screws (removed earlier) on both sides of the
cabinet. See (Fig. 12).
Secure the top of the leave same to the window
sash with (2) 3/4" screws.
C. Now, secure bottom frame of shutters using
one accordion clamp and one 3/4" screw on
each side (Fig. 12).
8. Reinstalling Front Panel Assembly
A. Position the front panel on the cabinet starting
at the top. The front panel lock tabs must be
inserted into the retaining slots in the cabinet.
Repeat this procedure on all sides.
B. Secure the front grille to the cabinet using the
Philips screws removed earlier(Fig. 1).
Coil
3/4" screws
Security Screw
Top rail
Fig. 12
Seal
Seal
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Window Installation

9. Complete the installation
A. Cut the foam to fit the opening between the
top of the inside and outside window.
See (Fig. 13).
B. Some installations may require additional
sealing around the window and air conditioner.
Check for any air leaks and seal where
necessary.
C. For 25K and 28K models, the condensed
water will maybe overflow the unit in highly
humid areas. You may wish to install the drain
plug underneath the base and attach a drain
hose (not included) to the plug.
See (Fig. 14).
Fig. 14
Drain Hose
(not included)
Fig. 13
Foam
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Window Installation
Drain Plug

Wall Installation
NOTE: Consult local building codes prior to
installation, or a qualified carpenter.
Select Wall Location
This air conditioner has a slide-out chassis, so
it can be installed through an outside wall up to
12'' thick. IMPORTANT: Side louvers must
never be blocked.
NOTE: All parts needed for Wall Installation are
provided, except a wood frame, shims, and 10
wood screws (#10-1'' long minimum).
Select a wall surface that:
1. does not support major structural loads such
as the frame construction at ends of windows,
and under truss-bearing points, etc.
2. does not have plumbing or wiring inside.
3. is near existing electrical outlets, or where
another outlet can be installed.
4. faces, and is not blocked to the area to be
cooled.
5. allows unblocked airflow from rear sides and
end (outside) of installed air conditioner.
Prepare Wall
1. Prepare wall in frame construction (including
brick and stucco veneer). Working from
inside the room, find wall stud nearest the
center of area where air conditioner will be
installed (by sounding wall, or by
magnetically inding nails).
2. Cut or knock out a hole on each side of
center stud.
3. Measure between inside edges of every
other stud as shown in FIG. 1.
Carefully measure and cut an opening with the
following dimensions. See FIGS. 1 and 2.
WIDTH “X” = 26 '' (68cm) plus twice the
thickness of framing material used.
HEIGHT “Y” = 18 '' (47cm) plus twice the
thickness of framing material used.
4. Build a wooden sleeve with the INSIDE
dimensions of 26 '' (68cm) in width and
18 '' (47cm) in height. Frame depth
should be the same as wall thickness. Fill in
the space from the opening to the studs with
wood spacers, as shown in FIG.3.
5. Nail frame to spacers to studs with front
flush with drywall.
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X
Y
3-3/8” Min.
(8.6 cm)
26 3/4”
(68cm)
Y18 3/4”
(47.5cm)
UP TO
8-1/2”
X
LEVEL
NAIL SPACERS TO STUDS
FIG. 1
FIG. 3
FIG. 2
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5
8
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5
8
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8
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NOTE: If wall thickness is 8-1/2'' or more, add
aluminum flashing over bottom of frame
opening to assure no water can enter area
between inner and outer wall.
4. OPTIONAL: Support brackets may be used.
Installation brackets are recommended for
walls under 5'' thick. Refer to Step 4 of
Window Mounting for assembly of support
brackets. A wooden strip nailed to the
outside wall should be used in conjunction
with sill support angle brackets.
Prepare and Install Cabinet
1. Slide chassis from cabinet. Refer back to
Step 2 of Window Mounting.
2. Place cabinet into opening with bottom rail
resting firmly on bottom board of wooden
frame.
3. Position cabinet to achieve proper slope for
water removal. (See FIG. 1 below.)
5. Secure bottom rail to wood frame with two
large wood screws 1''(2.5 cm) long using the
two holes in the bottom of the channel
resting on frame. (See FIG. 2 following)
6. Screw or nail cabinet wooden frame using
shims if frame is oversized, to eliminate
distortion. Remember to maintain proper
slope as described in Step 3.
7. Install chassis into cabinet by following all
steps in Step 8 of Window Mounting.
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CAULK AS
REQUIRED
ALUMINUM FLASHING
OVER BOTTOM OF FRAME OVER
8-1/2”
LEVEL
5/16”
TO
3/8”
3/4” PLUS
TRIM THICKNESS
SEE STEP 5 Solid Piece Wood
(If required)
1” LONG
WOOD SCREW
FIG. 2
Support bracket
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RECOMENDED: Caulking and installation of
trim on interior wall may be done. You can
buy wood from your local lumber or hardware
supply. On the outside, caulk openings
around top and sides of cabinet, and all
sides of wood sleeve to the opening.
Masonry Construction
1. Cut or build a wall opening in the masonry
wall similar to the frame construction
(refer to Step 2 of Wall Installation for a
wall thickness greater than 8-1/2'').
2. Secure cabinet in place using masonry
nails, or the right masonry anchor screws.
(Another way to do this is to build an
in-between frame of 2x4's as shown in the
Step 2 Prepare Wall illustrations-but make
it double framed on either side, and install
between masonry wall opening and
cabinet. Frame must be securely anchored
to masonry wall opening) This way gives
very good louver clearance on either side
of cabinet.
3. Install a lintel to support masonry wall
above cabinet. Existing holes in cabinet
can be used and/or additional holes can
be drilled to fasten cabinet at various
positions. Be sure that side louver
clearance is in accordance with Step 1
above.
4. Install exterior cabinet support brackets
as shown in Step 2 of Wall Installation.
Caulk or flash if need, to provide a
wether-tight seal around top and sides of
cabinet.
5. To complete installation, apply wood trim
molding around room side projection of
cabinet.
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