Frigidaire FRA103KT1 User manual

READ BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT
For Slider Casement Air Conditioners
1
Installation Instructions
To avoid risk of personal injury, property damage, or product damage due to the weight of this device and sharp
edges that may be exposed:
Air conditioners covered in this manual pose an excessive weight hazard. Two or more people are needed to
move and install the unit. To prevent injury or strain, use proper lifting and carrying techniques when moving unit.
Carefully inspect location where air conditioner will be installed. Be sure it will support the weight of the unit over
an extended period of time.
Handle air conditioner with care. Wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit. AVOID the sharp
metal fins of front and rear coils.
Make sure air conditioner does not fall during installation.
NOTE:
These instructions describe installation in a typical wood framed window with a wood SLIDE-BY sash, or
installation in a metal CASEMENT window. Modification may be necessary when installing in windows made
differently than those shown in these instructions.
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WARNING:
Electrical ground is required on this appliance.
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DO NOT ground to a gas line.
If cold water pipe is interrupted by plastic, non-metallic gaskets, or other insulating materials, DO NOT use for
grounding.
Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded.
DO NOT modify power supply cord plug. If it does not fit outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician.
DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit. A fuse in the neutral, or grounding circuit could result in
an electrical shock.
DO NOT use an extension cord with this appliance.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in electrical shock, serious injury, or death.
Meeting Electrical Requirements
OBSERVE ALL LOCAL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES. DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
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NOTE:
If codes permit, and a separate grounding wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine
that the grounding path is adequate and not interrupted by plastic, non-metallic gaskets, or other insulating
materials.
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2
Installation Instructions
Receptacle Wiring:
Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of 14 gauge. Use copper wire only. It is your responsibility to provide proper
and adequate receptacle wiring, installed by a qualified electrician.
Electrical Requirements:
A 115 volt (103.5 minimum, 126.5 maximum), 60 Hertz, AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required. A time
delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker is also required. A separate circuit, serving this appliance only, MUST be
provided.
Electrical Connection:
Electrical grounding is required on this appliance.
Recommended grounding method:
For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded.
This air conditioner includes a power supply cord with a
3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible electrical shock
hazard:
cord must be plugged into a matching 3-prong grounding type
wall receptacle.
must be grounded in accordance with National Electrical
Code (ANSI/NFPA 70-latest version) and all local codes and
ordinances.
If a matching 3-prong grounding type wall receptacle is not available,
it is the responsibility of the consumer to have a properly grounded
3-prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician.
3-Prong Grounding
Type Wall Receptacle
3-Prong
Grounding plug
Grounding prong
Power Supply Cord
(6 feet long)
Preparing for Installation
Installation Tips
For wood-frame casement windows:
It may be necessary to construct a frame, using at least
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For brick or cement building construction:
It may be necessary to put a wood stool strip under air
conditioner, for mounting purposes as shown FIG. 2.
WARNING:
Because this unit weighs about 60 to 80 pounds, it is recommended that you have someone help you when
installing your new unit, and that you both use proper lifting techniques. Inspect the condition of the window
where unit will be installed. Be sure it will support the weight of the unit.
This appliance must be installed according to all applicable codes and ordinances.
Failure to adhere to the following precautions could result in personal injury and product damage.
Handle air conditioner with care. AVOID sharp metal fins on front and rear coils.
Make sure your air conditioner does not fall during installation.
Do not use water collected in the unit for drinking purposes. It is not sanitary.
Flat-head screwdriver
Phillips-head screwdriver
Tools Required
Carpenter’s level
Tape measure
Fine tooth saw
Electric or hand drill
Knife and scissors
Pencil
NOTE:
DO NOT USE ANY SCREWS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
inner sill
OUTDOORINDOOR
outer sill
Bottom Rail of
air conditioner
wood strip
mounted on
top of inner sill
FIG. 1
FIG. 2

3
Installation Instructions
Make sure you have all the necessary parts.
Installation kit contents (FIG.3):
Hardware
Side channel seal
Support brace
Platform
Adjustment bolt
Hex flange nut - 1/4
Track seal
Window sash seal
Safety bracket
Qty.
1
1
1
1
1
1
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Window locking bracket
Plastic window panel
Side channel
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Panel frame/seal assembly
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14
15
16
17
18
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2
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17
16
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3
9 or 10 or 11
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8
5
7
15
6
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NOTE:
Use scale below to measure length of your screws. The scale will come in handy
when separating screws for installation.
IDENTIFY SCREWS
BY LENGTH
(13mm)
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(63mm)
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(10mm)
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Choose a proper sized window, as shown (FIG.4).
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minimum
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maximum
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maximum
width
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NOTE:
Height measurement must be of a clear opening above mounting platform. In some cases, due to a variety of
stop and track arrangements, the above dimensions may vary slightly. If necessary, installation can be made by
alternating window jambs. (See Alternate Window Jamb Applications.)
FIG.3
FIG.4
1
2

4
Installation Instructions
Choose the proper window location.
Choose a window that allows the cooled air to flow freely and directly
into room(s) you wish to cool. Remember, it is difficult to move air
around corners. Also, choose a window that is within 6 feet of an
electrical outlet as shown (FIG.5). (See Meeting Electrical
Requirements/Receptacle wiring needs.) Do not use an extension cord.
6 feet
power cord
reach
Attach support brace to platform as shown (FIG.6). Use adjustment
bolt and hex flange nut to complete assembly. Choose slot and adjustment
bolt hole locations that will create a 45 degree angle between platform and
support brace. Try assembly in the window to determine if platform will rest
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NOTE:
If you are planning to use a siding-protection board (see Step 8)
on the outside of your house, hold board in place when testing
assembly in window.
NOTE:
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accordingly (FIG.7). Screen and storm window frames may also
require adjustments to the measurement.
Center platform assembly on the line with inside platform tab
pressed against inside edge of window track as shown (FIG.8A, FIG.8B).
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holes. Drill holes in either track or stool.
Peel off protective backing from track seal. Apply seal to room side
of window track (FIG.9). Center of seal strip should coincide with the line
marked in Step 5. The two screw holes drilled in Step 6 should be directly
above seal strip in the inner track.
Inside wall
of house
Siding-protection
board
FIG.5
Platform Assembly
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FIG.8A
with platform tab pressed
against window track
Center platform
assembly on the line
window track window seal
Alternate screw location
(depending on the inner sill depth)
Platform tab FIG.8B
Apply track seal
to window side
of track.
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3
4
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5
6
7
Securely attach a siding-protection board to side of house (FIG.10).
127( Siding-protection board should be long enough to span 2 wall studs.
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5
Installation Instructions
Place platform assembly, with platform tab against inside of window
track, and attach it to window jamb (FIG.11). Use appropriate length screws
(Items 9-11 in preparing For Installation).
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lower than inside.
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tab against
inside of track.
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distance
and
subtract
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inside edge, as shown (FIG.11). This ensures proper water drainage from
the air conditioner.
Level platform assembly from side-to-side. Also, make sure window
track is level. Use leveling shims as necessary to ensure unit is level from
side-to-side.
Measure height of window opening from top of platform assembly as
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panel, along the longer side.
Clamp plastic window panel between a board and a work table, and
cut along cutting line with a fine tooth saw. Remove any burrs with a file.
Fasten side channels to the sides of the air conditioner using 3 screws
(Item 17) per channel as shown (FIG.13). Start with first screw at top of
channel. Make sure hook ends of channels face toward back of unit.
Slide plastic window panel into panel frame as shown (FIG.14),with
the smooth side to the room. Slide panel frame assembly into side channels
of the AC cabinet. Make sure plastic window panel is firmly enclosed on all
sides by the retainer grooves.
Cut side channel seal into 2 equal lengths. Remove protective backing
and apply it to the rear side of cabinet side channels, starting just below panel
frame assembly (FIG.15). Pinch off excess length so seal is even with the bottom
of the cabinet side channel.
Fastening Side Channels
Apply side
channel seal
to side channels
just below edge
of panel frame
To remove front as shown (FIG.16)
1. Remove the two front retaining screws from the front frame.
2. Press firmly on each side of the metal case close to front, approximately 2/3 of the way down.
3. While pressing on the sides of the metal case, gently pull the front out and lift up to release it from the case.
4. Then release the electrical coupler plug.
Place air conditioner in window opening. As shown (FIG.17), it should sit on platform assembly so that
window panel frame and cabinet side channels are against top and side window jambs.
FIG.11
FIG.12
FIG.13 Panel frame
Plastic
window panel
FIG.14 FIG.15
NOTE: DO NOT push or pull air direction louvers.
Front
Retaining
Screw
FIG.16
Slide inner
window sash
firmly against
cabinet.
FIG.17
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18

safety bracket
FIG.18
6
Installation Instructions
Slide inner window sash firmly against side of the cabinet. Make sure not to peel the seal strips from the window
track and cabinet side channels. If the panel frame does not fit snugly to the inner window sash, secure the panel frame
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To replace the front first reconnect the coupler plugs, make the exhaust control positioned through the front in
the proper location. Gently push the front into position on the cabinet. It should click into place. Then replace the
retaining screws that holds the panel in place. DO NOT push or pull the front panel louvers.
Insttall safety bracket
window sash seal
Window
locking
bracket
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The crank handle should be removed to allow the platform to be fastened to
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cabinet to clear the window, remove the window entirely by drilling out the
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To avoid crank handle and window clearance problems, the unit can be
installed in a stationary sash section. However, the horizontal mullion and
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brace. Try the assembly in the window to determine if the platform will rest properly,
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24

7
Installation Instructions
NOTE:
If you are planning to use a siding-protection board (see Step 29) on the outside of your house, hold the board in
place when testing the assembly in the window.
Equal distance from both sides Apply track seal to the outside
edge of the bottom window jamb. Track seal
Window jamb
Screw
NOTE:
A projection below the base of the air conditioner will require the rear of the platform to be 7/16” lower than the
front to create the 3/16” slant from front to rear (FIG.25) .
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plastic window panel, along the longer side.
Clamp the plastic window panel between a board and a work table, and
cut along the cutting line with a fine tooth saw. Remove any burrs with a file.
Fasten the side channels to the sides of the unit using three screws
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of unit.
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side to the room. Slide the panel frame assembly into the side channels of
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enclosed on all sides by the retainer grooves (FIG.28).
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protection board to
the house siding.
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7/16” lower than
front
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will have to be drilled through the platform edge and the window jamb to miss this slot.
25
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bottom jamb as shown (FIG.23).
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self-threading screw (FIG.24).
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ensures proper water drainage from the air conditioner.
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Securely attach a siding-protection board to the side of the house where the platform assembly hit the house
as shown (FIG.26). The siding-protection board should be long enough to span 2 wall studs.
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Installation Instructions
Cut side channel seal into 2 equal lengths. Remove the protective backing and apply it to the rear side of the
cabinet side channels, starting just below the panel frame assembly. Pinch off excess length so the seal is even with
the bottom of the cabinet side channel (FIG.29).
To remove front as shown (FIG.30)
1. Remove the two front retaining screws from the front frame.
2. Press firmly on each side of the metal case close to the front, approximately 2/3 of the way down.
3. While pressing on the sides of the metal case, gently pull the front out and lift up to release it from the case.
4. Then release the electrical coupler plug.
NOTE: DO NOT push or pull air direction louvers.
Place the air conditioner in the window opening as shown (FIG.31). It should sit on the platform assembly
so that the window panel frame and the cabinet side channels are against the top and side window jambs. Side
channels should overlap side window jambs equally.
Apply side
channel
seal to side
channels just
below edge of
panel frame.
Front
Retaining
Screw
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necessary, two screws may be used on the sides of the panel frame as well.
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screws. When doing this, be careful not to twist the side channel seals with the screws.
NOTE: Inserting screws will prevent the air conditioner from being pushed into the room.
To replace the front first reconnect the coupler plugs, make the exhaust control positioned through the front
in the proper location. Gently push the front into position on the cabinet. It should click into place. Then replace the
retaining screws that holds the panel in place.
Do not push against or pull upon the front panel louvers.
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