Kenmore 580.720059200 User manual

Owner's Manual
Manual del Propietario
®
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE DE VENTANA
Model, Modelo 580.72059:;_
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www.sears.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................2
WARRANTY ..............................................2
SAFETY .....................................................3
Important Safety Instructions ...................... 3
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS .......4
INSTALLATION ........................................5
Installation Requirements ......................... 5
Installation ................................................ 6
How to Install ............................................ 6
Removal from Window ............................. 7
OPERATION .............................................8
How and Why ........................................... 8
Normal Sounds ........................................ 8
Capacity and Running Time ..................... 8
Features ................................................... 9
Using the Air Conditioner ......................... 9
Display ................................................... 10
Remote Control ...................................... 11
Howto insertBatteriesInto RemoteControl.-.-12
Air Direction Adjustment ......................... 12
MAINTENANCE ..................................... 13
Air Filter Cleaning ................................... 13
Air Conditioner Cleaning ........................ 13
Howto Removethe Front Grille .................. 13
How to Replace the Front Grille .................. 13
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................... 14
Before Calling for Service ...................... 14
ESPANOL ................................................ 15
SERVICE NUMBERS ............ Back Cover
FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
For one year from the date of purchase, when this
air conditioner is operated and maintained for
normal room cooling according to instructions in this
owner's manual, Sears will repair this air
conditioner, free of charge, if defective in material or
workmanship.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY ON
SEALED REFRIGERATION SYSTEM
For five years from the date of purchase, when this
air conditioner is operated and maintained for
normal room cooling according to instructions in this
owner's manual, Sears will repair the sealed
refrigeration system (consisting of refrigerant,
connecting tubing, and compressor), free of charge,
if defective in material or workmanship.
WARRANTY SERVICE IS AVAILABLE BY
CONTACTING SEARS SERVICE AT
1-800-4-MY-HOME ®
Warranty coverage applies only to air conditioners
used for non-commercial, private household
purposes.
This warranty applies only while this product is in
use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., D/817WA,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The safety instructions below will tell you how to use your room air conditioner to avoid harm to yourself or
damageto your ROOM AIR CONDITIONER.
_FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or usegasoline or other flammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Read product labels forflammability andother warnings.
V_PREVENT ACCIDENTS
To reducethe risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to
personswhen using your air conditioner, follow basic
precautions, including the following:
•Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model
you have chosen.
•Ifthe air conditioner isto be installed i_ a window, you
will probablywant to clean both sides of the glass first. If
the window is a triple-track type with a screen panel
included, you may want to remove the screen
completely before installation.
• Be surethe air conditioner has been securely and
correctly installed according to the separate installation
instructions providedwith this manual. Save this manual
and installation instructionsfor possible future use in
removing or reinstalling this unit.
• Use gloves when handlingthe air conditioner. Be careful
to avoid cutsfrom sharp metalfins on front and rear coils.
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION
The complete electrical rating ofyour new room air
conditioner is stated on the serial plate. Referto the rating
when checkingthe electrical requirements.
•Be surethe air conditioner is properly grounded. To
minimize shock and fire hazards, proper grounding is
important. The power cord is equipped with a
three-prong grounding plug for protectionagainst shock
hazards.
• Your air conditioner must be pluggedinto a properly
grounded wall receptacle. If the wall receptacle you
intendto use is not adequately grounded or protected by
a time delay fuse or circuit breaker, havea qualified
electrician install the proper receptacle.
•Do not run air conditioner withaprotective covering.
This could result in mechanical damage within the air
conditioner.
•Do not usean extension cord or an adapter plug.
_l, Avoid fire hazard or electric shock.
Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
Do not remove any prong from the power cord.
Grounding type
wall receptacle Do not under any t
circumstances cut, J
remove, or bypass
the grounding prong
from this plug.
Power supply cord
with 3-prong \
grounding plug
ENERGY SAVING IDEAS
•The capacity ofthe room air conditionermustfitthe
room size for efficient and satisfactory operation.
• Installthe room airconditioner on the shady side of your
home. Awindow that faces north isbest because it is
shaded most ofthe day.
• Do not block airflow insidewith blinds, curtains, or
furniture; or outside with shrubs, enclosures, or other
buildings.
• Closethe floor and wall registers and the fireplace
damper so cool air does not escape upthe chimney and
intothe duct work.
• Keep blinds and drapes in other windows closed during
the sunniest part ofthe day.
• Clean the air filter as recommended inthe
MAINTENANCE section ofthis manual.
• Proper insulation andweather stripping in your home will
help keep warm air out andcool air in.
• External house shading with trees, plants or awnings will
help reduce the air conditioner's work load.
• Operate heat producing appliances such as ranges,
washers, dryers, and dishwashers during the coolest
part of the day.
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OBSERVE ALL LOCAL CODES AND
ORDINANCES.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
REMOVETHEPOWERSUPPLYCORD
GROUNDPRONG.
ELECTRICAL GROUND IS REQUIRED ON
THIS APPLIANCE.
A 115-volt 60 Hz, AC only, 15A fused and
properly grounded electrical supply is required,
A time delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker
is recommended. Use a dedicated circuit,
serving only this appliance.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
RECOMMENDED GROUNDING METHOD
For your personal safety, this appliance must
be grounded, This appliance has a power
supply cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. To
minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must
be plugged into a mating grounding type wall
receptacle and grounded in accordance with
the National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70)
latest edition and all local codes and
ordinances. If a mating wall receptacle is not
available, it is the personal responsibility and
obligation of the customer to have a properly
grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed by
a qualified electrician.
A,WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug intoa grounded 3prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result
in death, fire, or electrical shock.
_3-prong
3 nron" .._ II% I grounding
"_" _' type wall
groundmg_'_'-_/_ I
plug _1_ I _..,J receptacle
Ground
Power _ prong
supply
cord
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Your air conditioner will install into standard double
hung windows with actual clear opening widths of
22 to 36 inches (558mm to 914mm) (FIG. 1).
Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear
vertical opening of 14 inches (356rnm). Side louvers
and the rear of the air conditioner must have clear
air space to allow enough airflow through the
condenser for heat removal. The rear of the unit
must be outdoors, not inside a building or garage.
FIG. 1
ELECTRICAL SERVICE
Check your available electrical service.The power
supply available mustbe the same as thatshown on
the unit nameplate (found on left side of cabinet).
All models are equipped with a 3-prong service plugto
provide proper service and safe positive grounding. 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 necessary
corrections. SAVE CARTON and this OWNER'S
MANUAL for future reference. The carton is the best
way to store unit during winter or when not in use.
To avoidrisk ofpersonalinjury,propertydamage, or
productdamagedue to theweightof this deviceand
sharpedgesthat may be exposed:
•Air conditionerscoveredin this manualposean
excessiveweight hazard.Two or more peopleare
neededto moveand installthe unit.
To preventinjuryor strain,use properlifting and
carryingtechniqueswhenmoving unit.
• Carefullyinspectlocationwhereair conditionerwill
be installed.Be sureit will supportthe weightof
the unitover anextended periodoftime.
•Handleair conditionerwith care.Wear protective
gloveswheneverliftingor carryingthe unit. AVOID
the sharpmetalfins of frontand rearcoils.
• Make sureair conditionerdoesnotfall during
installation.
INSTALLATION HARDWARE
NAME OF PARTS Q'TY
SHORT SCREW 11
WOOD SCREW 5
L BRACKET 3
FOAM STRIP 1
FOAM SEAL 1
SIDE CURTAIN 2
DRAIN PIPE 1
SUPPORT BRACKET 1
REQUIREDTOOLS:
• Tight Fitting gloves
• Standard screwdriver
•Phillips screwdriver
• Pliers
• Sharp knife
• 3/8-inch open end
wrench or adjustable
wrench
• 1/4-inch hex socket
and ratcher
• Tape measure
• Electric drill
• 1/4-inch drill bit
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