Frigidaire FAZ12ES2A User manual

INSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONS
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any too(s listed
here.
Took Needed
[] Flat=blade and Phillips [] Tape measure
screwdrivers [] Drilland %2" orsmallerbit
[] Level
Through=the=Wall Installation:
In addition to the tools listed above, the following tools are
needed for through4he-waU installation.
[] Saw [] 1" (2.Scm) orthicker
lumber
[] Wood preservative
[] Caulk [] #10 x l" wood screws (7)
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where air conditioner will be installed. Proper
installation is your responsibility, Make sure you have everything
necessary (or correct installation.
The location should provide:
[] Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (I 22 cm) of where the
power cord exits the air conditioner.
NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.
[] Free movement of air in room to be cooled.
[] A large enough opening for the air conditioner,
[] Adequate wallsupportforweightof air conditioner. Air
conditioner weighs between 70 and 851bs (32 to 40 kg),
NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able
to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
Parts Supplied (on some models)
Check that all parts areincluded in parts package.
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A. Foam window sash seal
B. Window lock bracket
C. Side curtains (2)
D. Foam seal
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E. #10x 7/2"pan-head Phillipsscrews (3)
F. #10x _" round-head screws (6)
G. Top channel
H. #10x ¼" pan-head Phillips screws (3)
A. Cabinet louvers
NOTE: Installation parts are supplied (or double-hung windows
up to 36" (91.4 cm) wide. A special Wide Window Kitis available
from your dealer or service center. See "Accessories."
NOTE: DO NOT USE ANY SCREWS OTHER THAN
THOSE SPECIFIED HERE
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Window Installation
Window opening measurements:
[] 27" to 36" (68.6 cm to 91.4 cm) opening width.
[] 17"(43.1cm) minimum opening height.
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A. 27"(68.6cm) minimum
B. 17" (43.1cm) minimum
Through=the=Wall Installation
The wall opening measurements should be:
[] Width: 22s/8"(57.5 cm) plus twice thickness of wood used to
build frame.
[] Height: 16" (40.6 cm) plus twice thickness of wood used to
bui{d frame.
[] Depth: 2_/2" (6.4 cm) minimum to 6V2" (16.5cm) maximum.
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A. 16"(40.6 cm)
B. 225/_" (57,5 cm) C. Wood thickness
D. 21/2"(6.4) minimum to
61/2"(16.5cm) maximum.
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iNSTALLATiON iNSTRUCTiONS
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
air conditioner,
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
4. Pull on the handles to slide the air conditioner out of the
cabinet. Place the air conditioner on cardboard.
Remove packaging materials
[] Remove and dispose of/recycle packaging materials,
Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the air conditioner, Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your fingers, Wipe with warm water
and dry.
[] Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.
[] Handle the air conditioner gently.
1. Remove the air conditionerfrom the carton and place iton
cardboard,
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A, Handle
NOTE: Do not lilt, push, pull or remove any expanded
polystyrene (foam)from inside the air conditioner. It is not
packing material.
2. Remove 1 shipping screw from each side of the cabinet.
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A.Shipping screw
3. Remove front panel by removing 1 phillips screw from each
side of the front panel, Set screws aside and save.
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A.front panel screw

NOTES:
[] Handletheairconditionergently.
[] Besureyourairconditionercabinetdoesnotfalloutofthe
openingduringinstallationorremoval.
3.Insertthetopandthenthebottomoftheright-handcurtain
housinginthetopandbottomcurtainchannelsontheair
conditioner.
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The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner
should be no more than 4 ft(122 cm) from a grounded
3 prong outlet.
Do not block the louvers on the front panel.
Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.
Top view
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Attach Top Channel
NOTE: Attach the top channel and side curtains to the air
conditioner cabinet before placing the cabinet in the window.
1. Locate provided bag of screws.
2. Place the top channel on top of the air conditioner cabinet,
lining up the 3 holes in the top channel with the 3 holes on top
of the air conditioner cabinet.
3. Using 3 - #10 x ¼" pan-head Phillips thread-cutting
screws, attach the top channel to the air conditioner cabinet.
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Bottom view
A. Curtain housing
B. Curtain top channel on air conditioner
A. Curtain housing
B. Curtain bottom channel on air conditioner
A. Top channel
B. #10 x ¼" pan-head Phillips thread-cutting screws
Attach Side Curtains
1. Locate provided bag ol screws.
2. Insertthe right-hand curtain connector tab intothe curtain
housing channels on the air conditioner.
3, Slide the curtain housing into the curtain guides as faras it
will go.
4. Repeatthe above steps forthe left-hand curtain.
Attach foam adhesive seal
Attach foam adhesive seal along the bottom ol the curtain
bottom channel.
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A. Curtain housing
B, Foam adhesive seal
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Install Cabinet into Window
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2,
3.
Handle the air conditioner gently.
Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the
opening during installation or removal.
The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner
should be no more than 4 it (122 cm) from a grounded
3 prong outlet.
Do not block the louvers on the front panel.
Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.
Center empty cabinet in window. Check that lower rail of air
conditioner cabinet is behind and against back side of
windowsill. Maintain a firm hold on the air conditioner
cabinet. Lower window sash to hold the cabinet in place.
Measure the distance between the right-hand side of the
cabinet and the inside of the window channel.
Repeat for the left side. Adjust the cabinet until the distance
on each side is the same.
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A. Window sash
B. Empty cabinet
C. Window channel
Use a 3/16"drill bitto drill 3 starter holes 3/8"deep through the
3 holes in the cabinet and into the windowsill.
Attach cabinet to windowsill with 3 - #10 x 1/2"pan-head
Phillips screws.
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A. #10x ½" pan-head Phillips screws
B. Windowsill
Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so
that water will run to the outside,
Attach Side Curtains to Window Frame
1. Pull the left-hand curtain out until itfits into the window
channel. Use a 3/32"drill bit to drill a starter hole through the
hole in the curtain housing and into the lower window sash.
Front View
Top View
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2,
A. Window channel
B. Left-hand curtain
C. #10 x ¾" round-head screw
Insert one of the #10 x 3/4"round-head screws through the
threaded hole in the top of the curtain.
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B
A. #10x ¾" round-head screw
B. Slotted hole in the bottom of the curtain
3. Use a 3/32"drill bit to drill a 2 nd starter hole through the slotted
hole in the curtain housing and into the lower window sill.
4. Insertone of the #10 x 3/4"round-head screws through the
slotted hole in the bottom of the curtain.
5, Repeat for the right-hand curtain.

Complete Installation
1. Insertseal behind the top of the lower window sash and
against the glass of the upper window.
2. Place the window-lock bracket on top of lower window
and against upper window sash on right side of the window.
3. Use a 3/32"drill bitto drill starter holes through the holes in
the bracket into the window sash.
4. Attach the window lock-bracket to the window sash with
2-#10 x 3/4_'round-head screws to secure window in place.
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A, Window lock bracket
B. Upper window glass
C. Foam window sash seal
NOTES:
Handle air conditioner gently.
Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the
opening during installation or removal.
The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner
should be no more than 4 ft(122 cm)from a grounded
3 prong outlet.
Do not block the louvers on the front panel.
Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.
It is the customer's responsibility and obligation to have this
product installed by a qualified technician familiar with
through-the-wall room air conditioner installations.
Option 1--Wood, metal or plastic molding
When using a wood, metal or plastic molding, the wood frame
should line up with the inside wall as shown.
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A. Molding
B. Inside wall C. Wood frame D, Louvers
Option 2--Plastered wall with no molding
Ifthe plastered wall isto be flush with the cabinetand no molding
is used, the wood frame must be setlA" (13mm)into the inside
wall.
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A, Plastered wall Wood frame
B. Inside wall D. Louvers
Install Wood Frame
1. Construct the wood frame. See "Location Requirements"for
dimensions.
2. Measure the outside width and heightof frame to
determine wall opening dimensions.
3. Cutthe opening through the wall. Remove and save insulation.
NOTES:
• Dimension for depth depends on wall thickness and
type of molding.
• Do not block louvers in air conditioner cabinet.
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•Use 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker lumber for wood frame.
A,Outside width
B,Outside height
C.Depth
4. Apply the wood preservative to the outside exposed surface.
5. Insert the frame in the wall opening. Square and level frame.
6. Attach frame securely to the wall.
Install Cabinet into Wood Frame
1. Insert cabinet into the framed wall opening.The top of the
cabinet should extend 3/4(19.1 mm)into the room.II there is
trim,the cabinet should extend 3/4 (19.1 mm) past the trim.
AB
A. 3/4 (19.1 mm) extending into room
B, Trim
2. Use alevel to check thatcabinetis level side to side.
A. Level
3, Check thatairconditionercabinetis tilted to the outside so
that water will run to the outside.The cabinet should slope
at least half-a-bubble towards the rear,
4, Reuse the insulation to seal opening between cabinetand
frame,
5, Use existing holes in sides and top of cabinetand 7 - #10 x
1" wood screws (not provided ) to attach cabinet to frame,
NOTE: Do not overtighten screws or the cabinet will distort
and provide a poor air seal between cabinetand air conditioner.
6, Caulk all outside wall openings around cabinet.
Excessive Weight Hazard 3. Attach bottom front of panel with front panel screws.
Use two or more people to move and install
air conditioner.
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
NOTE: Handle the air conditioner gently.
1. Insert air conditioner into cabinet.
NOTE: For through-the-wall installations, if needed, install
molding around the room side of cabinet.
2. Insert front tabs of front panel into top of cabinet and swing
front into place
4. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
5. Press RESET on the power supply cord.