Soleus Air KC-15U User manual

Window Air
Conditioner
OWNER’S MANUAL
Models KC-15U, KC-18U, KC-25U, KC-32U
and KC-35U

TABLE OF CONTENTS
AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY……………………………………….3 Changing Air Direction……………………………………………11
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS…………………………………3 Normal Sounds……………………………………………………11
Tools and Parts……………………………………………………. 3 AIR CONDITIONER CARE…………………………………………12
Location Requirements…………………………………………….4 Cleaning the Air Filter…………………………………………….12
Electrical Requirements……………………………………………4 Cleaning the Front Panel…………………………………………12
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………...5 Repairing Paint Damage………………………………………….12
Unpack the Air Conditions…………………………………………5 Annual Maintenance………………………………………………12
Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation…………………………..5 TROUBLESHOOTING……………………………………………….13
Position the Air Conditioner……………………………………….6
Complete Installation………………………………………………7
AIR CONDITIONER USE……………………………………………8
Starting Your Air Conditioner—Digital Control………………….8
Starting Your Air Conditioner—Rotary Control………………..10
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AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety
messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.”
These words mean:
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you what
can happen if the instructions are not followed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not use an extension cord.
Do not remove ground prong. Unplug air conditioner before servicing.
Do not use an adapter. Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Tools needed
- Flat-blade and Phillips - Tape measure
screwdrivers - Drill and ³⁄₃₂" or smaller bit
- Scissors - Utility knife
- Level
Parts supplied
Check that all parts are included in parts package.
EF
C D G
B
A
A. Window-lock bracket E. Top channel
B. 8 x ³⁄
₈ " round-head screws (6) F. Foam seal
C. Foam adhesive sealer G. Side curtains (2)
D. 8 x ³⁄ ₄ " wood screws (3)
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Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed.
Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have
everything necessary for correct installation.
The location should provide:
•Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 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. Installation
parts are supplied for double-hung windows.
•Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air
conditioner weighs 51 lb (23 kg) to 65 lb (29.5 kg).
NOTES:
•Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able to
pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
•Your model may differ from the one shown.
A
A. Cabinet louvers
Window Installation
Window opening measurements:
o25" (63.5 cm) minimum to 38" (96.5 cm) maximum
opening
width
o14" (35.6 cm) minimum opening height
A B
A. 25" (63.5 cm) minimum
B. 14" (35.6 cm) minimum
Electrical Requirements
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong 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.
The electrical ratings for your air conditioner are listed on the
model and serial number label. The model and serial number
label is located behind the front panel above the coil area.
Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart below.
Follow the requirements for the type of plug on the power supply
cord.
Power supply cord Wiring requirements
o115 volt (103.5 min.-
126.5max.)
o0-12 amps
o15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
oUse on single outlet circuit
only.
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Recommended ground method
For your personal safety, this air conditioner must be grounded.
This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having
a grounded 3 prong plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the
cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlets,
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a
mating outlet is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to
have a properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a qualified
electrical installer.
It is the customer's responsibility:
•To contact a qualified electrical installer.
•To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 -
latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
Power Supply Cord
NOTE: Your unit’s device may differ from the one shown.
B A
A. Reset button
B. Test button
This room air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord
required by UL. This power supply cord contains state-of-the-art
electronics that sense leakage current. If the cord is crushed, the
electronics detect leakage current and power will be disconnected
in a fraction of a second.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong 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.
To test your power supply cord:
1) Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2) Press RESET (on some devices, a green light will turn on).
3) Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button will trip, and on
some devices, a green light will turn off).
4) Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will
latch, and on some devices, a green light will turn on). The
power supply cord is ready for operation.
NOTES:
•The Reset button must be pushed in for proper operation.
•The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to trip
when the test button is pressed or fails to reset.
•Do not use the power supply cord as an off/on switch.
The power supply cord is designed as a protective
device.
•A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a
new power supply cord obtained from the product
manufacturer and must not be repaired.
•The power supply cord contains no user serviceable
parts. Opening the tamper-resistant case voids all
warranty and performance claims.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
•Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
Unpack the Air Conditioner
WARNING
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.
•Remove packaging materials
•Remove and properly dispose of packaging materials.
•Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on.
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.
•Handle air conditioner with care.
Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation
1. Locate provided bags of screws.
2. Place the top channel on top of the air conditioner, lining up
the holes in top channel with the holes on top of air
conditioner.
3. Using 2 - #8 x 3/8" pan-head screws, attach top channel to air
conditioner.
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