Frigidaire FRS124YW10 Owner's manual

FRIGIDA!

Welcome to the world of
simple handling and no worries
Thank you for choosing Frigidaire. This manual contains all of the information
required to guarantee your safety and the appropriate use of your air
conditioner.
Please read all of the instructions before using the air conditioner and keep
this manual for future reference.
We know you will enjoy your new air conditioner and thank you for choosing
our product.
We hope you will consider us for future purchase.
Environmental advices
The packaging material used is recyclable. We
recommend that you separate plastic, paper and
cardboard and give them to recycling companies.
If you need to dispose of this appliance in the future,
do NOT throw it away with the rest of your domestic
garbage.
Attention
Theair conditionerthat you have bought may be slightlydifferentfrom theone
illustratedin this manual. Pleasereferto the information relatedto the model
you have.
Thisair conditioner isfor domesticuseonly. It isnot reccomendedfor
commercial or industrial use.

Con|en|s
01. Welcome ........................................................................................... 01
02. Environmental advices .......................................................................... 01
03. Contents ............................................................................................... 02
04. Safety precautions ....................................................................... 04
05. Installation:
5.1 Choosing the installation site....................................................... 07
5.2 Parts list ..................................................................................... 09
5.3 Indoor unit installation ...................................................... 11
5.4 Outdoor unit installation ............................................................ 15
5.5 Refrigerant piping connedion ..................................................... ] 7
5.6 Electrical work ...................................................................... 19
5.7 Air Purge ................................................................................... 22
5.8 Electrical safety ..................................................................... 25
5.9 Gas leak check ........................................................................... 25
5.10 Test running .............................................................................. 26
06. Operation:
6.1 Preparing the device for operation ............................................ 27
6.2 Product description ............................................................. 28
6.3 Remote control ......................................................................... 30
- Remote control operation
- Remote control specifications
- Remote control battery
- When should the batteries be replaced
- To replace batteries
- Remote control instructions
6.4 Remote control description ......................................................... 32
-On/Off
-Mode
--I-
-Fan
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-TIMER ON
-TIMER OFF
-Clock
-Blow
-TEMP
-Turbo
-Sleep
- LIGHT
6.5 INTRODUCTION FOR SPECIALFUNCTION ................................. 33

6.6 How the air conditioner works ........................................ 34
-Automatic operation
Cool/heat and fan only operation
Dry operation
Airflow direction adjustment
Sleep mode
Timer operation
Optimal operation
6.7 How to use the indoor unit...................................................... 38
Adjusting air flow direction
Adjusting the vertical air flow direction (up/down)
To set the horizontal air flow direction (left/right)
To automatically swing the air flow direction (up/down)
6.8 Manual operation ..................................................................... 40
07. Maintenance .................................................................................... 41
08. Operation tips...................................................................................... 43
09. Solution for problems ........................................................................... 45
10.Major appliance warranty ...................................................................... 46

Safety precautions
DANGER! Avoid Serious Injury
or Death
]. Do not attempt to install the split air
conditioner by yourself.
2. This air conditioner contains no
user-serviceable parts. Always cail
an authorized Eiectroiux servicer for
repairs.
3. When moving the air conditioner,
always cail an authorized Eiectroiux
servicer for disconnection and
re-installation.
4. Do not insert or place fingers or
objects into the air discharge area in
the front of the indoor unit.
5. Do not insert or place fingers or
objects into the air discharge area
in the outdoor unit.
6. Do not start or stop the air conditioner
by unplugging the power cord or
turning off the power at the electrical
box,
7. Do not cut or damage the power cord.
8. If the power cord isdamaged it should
only be replaced by an authorized
Eiectroiux servicer.
9. In the event of a malfunction (sparks,
burning smell, etc.) immediately stop
the operation, disconnect the power
cord, and cail an authorized Eiectrolux
servicer.
]0.Do not operate the air conditioners
with wet hands
] ] .Do not puJJ on the power cord.
] 2.Do not drink any water that isdrained
from the air conditioners.
CAUTION! Avoid Injury or
damage to the unit or other
property
1. Provide occasional ventilation
during use. Do not direct airflow at
fireplaces or other heat related
sources as this could cause flare ups
or make units run excessively.
2. Do not climb on or place objects on
the outdoor unit.
3. Do not hang objects off the indoor
unit.
4. Do not place containers containing
water on the indoor and/or outdoor
units.
5. Turn off the air conditioner at the
power source when it wiil not be
used for an extended period of time.
6. Periodically check the condition of
the outdoor unit's installation base
for any damage.
7. Do not apply heavy pressure to the
radiator fins of the indoor and/or
outdoor units.
8. Operate the indoor unit with air
filters in place.
9. Do not block or cover the intake
grille, discharge area and outlet
ports.
]O.Ensurethat any eJectricaJ/eJectronic
equipment is one yard away from
the indoor unit and outdoor unit.
] ].Do not use or store flammable
gases near the indoor and/or
outdoor units.

Topreventinjurytotheuserorotherpeopleandpropertydamage,the
followinginstructionsmustbefollowed.
Incorrectoperationduetoignoringofinstructionsmaycauseharmor
damage.Theseriousness is classified by the following indications.
1. Connect with the power properly.
Otherwise, it may cause electric
shock or fire due to excess heat
generation.
2. Always ensure effective grounding.
No grounding may cause electric
shock.
.Disconnect the power if strange
sounds, smell, or smoke comes
from it. It may cause fire and
electric shock.
4. Do not operate or stop the unit by
switching on or off the power. It
may cause electric shock or fire due
to heat generation.
5. Do not operate with wet hands or in
damp environment. It may cause
electric shock.
6. Do not allow water to run into
electric parts. It may cause failure of
machine, electric shock or fire.
7. Do not use the power cord near
flammable gas or combustibles,
such as gasoline, benzene, thinner,
etc. It may cause an explosion or fire.
8. Do not use the power cord dose to
heating appliances. It may cause
fire and electric shock.
9.Do not damage or use an
unspecified power cord. It may
cause electric shock or fire.
]0.Do not place heavy object on the
power cord and ensure that the
cord will not be compressed. There
is danger of fire or electric shock.

I 1.Do not open the unit during
operation. It may cause electric
shock or injury.
12.Do not drink water drained
from air conditioner. It contains
contaminants and could make
you sick.
13.Do not disassemble or modify unit.
It may cause failure of appliance
and electric shock.
14.When the air filter is to be
removed, do not touch the metal
parts of the unit. It may cause an
injury.
15.When the unit isto be cleaned,
switch off, and turn off the circuit
breaker. Do not clean unit when
power is on as it may cause fire,
electric shock or injury.
16.Avoid direct exposure of occupants
to air flow.
17.Turn off the main power switch when
not using the unit for a long time.
18.The air conditioner may be dusted
with an oil free cloth, or washed
with a cloth dampened in a solution
of warm water and mild dishwashing
detergent. Rinsethoroughly and wipe
dry. Wring excesswater from cloth
before wiping around controls.
19.Ensure that the installation bracket of
the outdoor unit will not damage
due to prolonged exposure. If
bracket damages, there will be
concern of damage due to falling
of unit.
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20.Always insert the filters securely.
Clean filter once every two weeks.
Operation without filters may
cause failure.
21 .Always install circuit breaker and a
dedicated power circuit. No
installation may cause fire and
electric shock.
22.Do not place obstacles around air-
inlets or inside of air-outlet. It may
cause failure of appliance or
accident.

Choosing the installation site
Installation Warnings
1. Carefully read the installation manual before beginning.
2. Follow each step as shown.
3. Observe all local, state, and national electrical codes and by qualified, licensed,
authorized personnel only.
4. Payattention to danger and safety notices
Precautions for Installation
Installation at the following sites may cause problems. If you must inevitably install
the unit at one of these sites, please consult your local distributor beforehand:
1. Sites with machine oil.
2. Sites with a high concentration of salinity, such as coastal areas.
3. Sites with sulfuric gas, such as hot water springs.
4. Sites with high frequency equipment, such as wireless equipment, welding
machines and medical installations.
5. Sites with flammable gases or volatile material.
6. Sites with special environmental conditions.
7. Laundry rooms.

indoorUnit
1. Theunitmustbeinstalledatasite
that does not obstruct the flow of
air.
2. The site must support the weight of
the indoor unit.
3. The site must be easily accessible
for maintenance and replacement
of the air filter.
4. The site must allow for the
necessary space around the indoor
unit, as shown in the sideward
figure.
5. There should be at least 3 feet (1
meter) between the unit and radio
or television devices. It is ideal
that the unit be installed at the
center.
6. It must be far from fire, smoke %.2
flammable gases.
7. The indoor unit must be at least
ft(2.5 meters) from the ground.
8. The site must allow for the easy
removal of the connector pipe and
drain hose.
9. The unit must be installed at a site
protected from direct sunlight.
More
than 6"
More
than 6"
More
than 8.2'
More
than 6"
Outdoor Unit
,The outdoor unit must be
installed at a convenient site
that is not exposed to strong
winds. The site should be dry
and well ventilated.
2. The site must support the weight
of the outdoor unit and allow
for vertical installation.
3. There must not be the possibility
of increased noise and vibration
at the site.
4. The unit must be installed at a
site where the noise produced
by its operation and air
discharge does not disturb the
neighbors or animals.
5. The site cannot have any
leakage of flammable gases.
More
More than 1.65' More
than 1' than 1'
More
than 6.6' More
than 1.65'
6. The site must provide enough
space around the unit, as shown
in the figure.
7. Children must not be able to
access the installation site.

Parts list
NUMBER PART NAME
1
2
6
7
8
installation plate
Drain Joint
Self-tapping scr
ewA#7 XI"
Remote controller
capacity <-.18000 Btu's
capacity >/24000 Btu's
Connecting
pipe
assembly
Drainage
Plug
Liquid side
Gas side
O1/4"
O3/8" (capacity <-.12000 Btu's)
O1/2" (capacity <-.18000 Btu's)
05/8" (capacity >/24000 Btu's)
capacity = 18000 Btu's
capacity = 2!500 Btu's
Remote Controller holder
Self-tapping screw B #4 X 3/8"
QTY.
1
t
5
10
1
3
2
1
2
Indoor unit
Outdoor unit