Whirlpool 3PACH21DD0 User manual

Owner’s
A Note to You .................2
Important Safety
Instructions ....................3
Parts and Features ........4
Operating Your
Air Conditioner ..............6
Personalizing
the Front Panel ............ 13
Caring for Your
Air Conditioner ............ 14
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Installing Your
Air Conditioner ............ 16
Troubleshooting .......... 20
Obtaining Service ........ 20
ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS
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A Note to You
Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL* appliance.
You have purchased a quality, world-class home appliance. Years of engineering experience
went into its manufacture. To ensure you operate and care for your appliance properly, we
have developed this Owner’s Manual. It is full of valuable information on how to operate and
maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to these
symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of each
symbol.
This symbol alerts you to such dangers
Please complete this section.
If you ever have a question concerning this appliance, or if you need service, first see
“Obtaining Service” on page 20. If service is required, you will need to know your appliance’s
complete model and serial number. You can find this information on the model and serial
number label (see diagram on page 4). For your convenience, we included a place below for
you to record these numbers, the purchase date from the sales slip, and your dealer’s name
and telephone number. Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future
reference.
Model Number Dealer Name
Serial Number Dealer Address
Purchase Date Dealer Phone
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Important Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal
injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic
safety precautions:
l Read all instructions before using your . Never clean air conditioner parts with
air conditioner. flammable fluids. The fumes can create
*Complete the installation requirements a fire hazard or explosion.
as described in “Installing Your Air l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
Conditioner-” on pages 16-l 9. DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
l Do not allow children to operate or play OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPOURS AND
with the air conditioner. LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR
l Do not operate the air conditioner with
the front panel removed. ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES
CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR
EXPLOSION.
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Consumer responsibilities
Please:
l The steps on pages 16-l 9 must
be performed by a qualified installer.
l Be sure the air conditioner is the correct
voltage and size for the area you want
to cool/heat.
l Be sure the air conditioner is installed in
accordance with all national electrical
codes and wiring regulations.
l Use the air conditioner only for the uses
described in this manual.
l Be sure the air conditioner is not used by
anyone unable to operate it properly.
l Maintain the air conditioner properly.
l If power cord is damaged, be sure it is
replaced or repaired by an authorized
service technician.
Also, please DO NOT use sharp instru-
ments, flammable fluids, or abrasive
cleaners. These can damage the surface
of the air conditioner.
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Parts and Features
This section contains captioned illustrations of your air conditioner. Please use them to
become familiar with where the parts and features are located and what they look like.
Air condiaime r
serial number
Inside air
intake
- louvers
Protective
plastic
cover for
front panel
(available
on select
models)
Slide-out
air filter
- handle
Control
panel door ye/
Control panel on unit
Temperature HEAT ONLY FAN SPEED
WARMER button button button
AUTO COOL/
ON button
CHECK FILTER
TIMED OFF
HOURS button
Temperature SLEEP HOURS DRY ONLY
COOLER button button button
4

Deluxe remote control
(included with select models)
This remote control is
also available as an
accessory
on some models.
Display
f
Command
buttons
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1
OFF
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Operating Your Air
Conditioner
In This Section
Page
Using the AUTO COOL Cycle.. ............ 6
Modifying the temperature ................... 7
Modifying the fan speed ....................... 7
’ Using the AIR SWING feature ............. 7
Turning the unit off ............................... 8
Using the HEAT ONLY Cycle .............. 8
Using the DRY ONLY Cycle ................ 9
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Using the SLEEP HOURS Cycle.. ........ 10
Using the TIMED OFF
HOURS Cycle ...................................... 11
Using the CHECK FILTER light.. .......... 11
Modifying the air direction .................... 12
Using the exhaust door ........................ 12
Using the remote control ...................... 12
Operating your air conditioner properly is
essential to obtain the best possible results.
This section tells you about each cycle and
how to operate it.
IMPORTANT: After turning the unit off, wait
approximately 3 minutes before turning it
back on. If you don’t wait approximately
3 minutes, the air conditioner will try to start,
but turn itself off until the compressor is
ready to start again.
DO NOT disconnect the air conditioner
from its electrical supply. DO NOT use
an electrical outlet that can be turned
off with a switch. When the air condi-
tioner is disconnected from its electrical
supply (including power outages) all
programming reverts back to the
factory-preset information. However,
the air conditioner will “relearn” your
preferences.
Using the AUTO COOL Cycle
(Single-Button Cooling) AUTO COOL BURST
The AUTO COOL Cycle is designed to AUTO COOL BURST cools the room for
provide you with the comfort you desire by 15 minutes before allowing the room to rise
continually “learning” your preferences. to your prelearned temperature. This cycle is
Once the Cycle “learns” what temperature(s) especially useful if you are hot from exercise
you desire, it automatically chooses a fan or it is very hot in the room.
To activate AUTO COOL BURST:
l Press the AUTO COOL/ON Button twice.
speed when turned on and cools the room
as quickly as possible.
NOTE: You can modify the fan speed and
temperature when using the AUTO COOL
Cycle, if desired. See “Modifying the fan
speed” or “Modifying the temperature” on
page 7.
To activate the AUTO COOL Cycle:
l Press the AUTO COOL/ON Button.
NOTE: When the cycle is active, the
indicator light on the AUTO COOL/ON
Button will be lit.
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AUTO COOL
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Modifying the temperature
Although the AUTO COOL Cycle has an
initial factory-preset cooling temperature,
you may decide the room is too cool or too
warm. When you change the temperature
from the factory-preset, the air conditioner
uses fuzzy logic (computerized “learning”) to
remember your preferences. Over time, the
unit “learns” exactly what conditions make
you most comfortable.
To modify the temperature:
l Press the WARMER Button to raise the
temperature of the outgoing air. /\
WARMER
l Press the COOLER Button to lower the
temperature of the incoming air.
NOTE: Each press alters the temperature
approximately 1“C.
Modifying the fan speed
Although the AUTO COOL Cycle automati-
cally chooses the proper fan speed to cool
the room, you may desire to increase or
decrease the amount of air blowing into the
room.
To modify the fan speed:
l Press the FAN SPEED Button.
NOTE: Each press of the FAN SPEED
Button advances the fan speed through
the cycle:HI-,MED+LOW+HI
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FANSPEED
Using the AIR SWING feature
The AIR SWING feature tells your air
conditioner to move the air output louvers
side-to-side and swing the cooled air
through the room.
To activate the AIR SWING feature:
l Press the AIR SWING Button.
To deactivate the AIR SWING feature:
l Press the AIR SWING Button again.
AIR
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SWING
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Turning the unit off
To turn the unit off, simply press the OFF
Button. This stops any currently-operating
cycle and the unit completely shuts off.
NOTE: When turning unit off from the AUTO
COOL Cycle, the air conditioner remembers
any changes you made during the AUTO
COOL Cycle and adjusts the cycle the next
time you operate it.
OFF
0
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IMPORTANT: After turning the unit off,
wait approximately 3 minutes before
turning it back on. If you don’t wait
3 minutes, the air conditioner will try to
start, but turn itself off until the compres-
sor is ready to start again.
Using the HEAT ONLY Cycle
The HEAT ONLY Cycle allows your air
conditioner to operate as a heater.
NOTE: Your air conditioner might turn off or
not provide heating if the outside tempera-
ture is too low. This is normal and the unit
will start to operate again after the outside
temperature rises. The HEAT ONLY light
might flash; press the HEAT ONLY button
again to restore operation.
The automatic defrost cycle will turn off the
fan, temperature indicators, and air swing for
several minutes to de-ice the coils so that the
unit can operate efficiently.
To activate the HEAT ONLY Cycle:
l Press the HEAT ONLY Button.
NOTE: When the cycle is active, the
indicator light on the HEAT ONLY Button
will be lit. When you first press the HEAT
ONLY Button, the automatic defrost cycle
might turn on.
To modify the fan speed:
l Press the FAN SPEED Button while the fan
is running.
NOTE: Each press advances the fan
speed: LOW + HI --) MED + LOW
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FANSPEED
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To modify the temperature:
l Press the WARMER Button to raise the
temperature of the room.
l Press the COOLER Button to lower the
temperature of the room.
NOTE: Each press alters the temperature
approximately 1“C.
To deactivate the HEAT ONLY Cycle:
You can deactivate the HEAT ONLY Cycle
two ways:
l Press the OFF Button.
OR
l Activate another cycle
(for example: AUTO COOL).
Using the DRY ONLY Cycle
The DRY ONLY Cycle allows your air
conditioner to operate as a dehumidifier. It
removes excess moisture from the room air
without providing much cooling. The cycle is
preset to operate most efficiently at LOW fan
speed.
To activate the DRY ONLY Cycle:
l Press the DRY ONLY Button.
NOTE: When the cycle is active, the
indicator light on the DRY ONLY Button
will be lit.
To modify the fan speed:
l Press the FAN SPEED Button.
NOTE: Each press advances the fan
speed: LOW --) HI --) MED + LOW
To deactivate the DRY ONLY Cycle:
You can deactivate the DRY ONLY Cycle
two ways:
l Press the OFF Button.
OR
l Activate another cycle
(for example: AUTO COOL).
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Using the SLEEP HOURS Cycle
The SLEEP HOURS Cycle allows your air
Example shown for an O-hour SLEEP HOURS
conditioner to optimize your comfort while
Cycle with unit running in the AUTO COOL
you’re sleeping. The cycle allows the
Cycle.
temperature of the room air to rise gradually
until it reaches approximately 2°C above the
set point temperature. E
NOTE: The SLEEP Cycle can be set for
Approximately 2’C
cooling only.
temperature
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TIME
To activate the SLEEP HOURS Cycle:
l Press the SLEEP HOURS Button until the
number for the desired time period is lit.
The numbers above the SLEEP HOURS
Button indicate the number of hours set for
the cycle:
8 hours + 5 hours --) 3 hours --) OFF
IMPORTANT: If, at any time during the
SLEEP HOURS Cycle, you are too cold or
too warm, simply press the WARMER or
COOLER Button. The unit “learns” to adjust
to your preferences automatically. There-
fore, the next time you activate the SLEEP
HOURS Cycle, the air conditioner remem-
bers your previous adjustment and modifies
the temperature so you will not be too cold
or too warm again.
After the SLEEP HOURS Cycle is
complete, the unit initially cools the room
(back to the set point temperature) then
reverts back to the previously set cycle
(AUTO COOL, OFF, etc.).
3 5 a
SLEEP
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HOURS
A
WARMER
COOLER
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Using the TIME OFF HOURS Gycle
The TIMED OFF HOURS Cycle allows you
to program the air conditioner to turn itself
off after a set period of time. Once the cycle
is activated, the unit continues in the current
operating cycle until the TIMED OFF
HOURS Cycle is complete. Then the unit
turns itself off.
EXAMPLE: If you are using the AUTO
COOL Cycle and want to program the air
conditioner to turn itself off in 3 hours, press
the TIMED OFF HOURS Button until the 3 is
lit above the button. The air conditioner will
continue to operate in the AUTO COOL
Cycle for another 3 hours, then turn itself off.
To activate the TIMED OFF HOURS
Cycle:
1 3 5
l Press the TIMED OFF HOURS Button until
the number for the desired time period is
TIMEDOFF
lit. The numbers above the button indicate
the number of hours set for the cycle.
1 hour + 3 hours + 5 hours --) OFF
0
HOURS
Using the CHECK FILTER light
The CHECK FILTER Indicator Light comes
on approximately every 100 hours of
operation. This light alerts you to check the
air filter to see if it needs cleaning. If it does,
see “Caring for the slide-out air filter” on
page 15.
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\ FILTER
To deactivate the CHECK FILTER light:
l Press the OFF Button twice.
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IWlod’sfying ttw air direction
The air output louvers, at the left side of the
air conditioner’s front panel, control the
direction of the cooled air. The louvers may
be adjusted up or down. To adjust the air left
or right, you must activate the AIR SWING
feature.
To activate the AIR SWING feature:
l Press the AIR SWING Button.
To deactivate the AIR SWING feature:
l Press the AIR SWING Button again.
Using the exhaust door
The exhaust door allows the air conditioner
to draw stale or smoky air from the room.
Pull to open exhaust door or push to close.
Exhaust
door control
Using the remote control
The remote control must be used within a
certain distance from the air conditioner. The
following illustrations show the approximate
areas in which the remote control will
operate properly.
12

Personalizing the
Front Panel
(available on select models)
The appearance of the front panel can be customized to suit your tastes or to match the
room. The panel has two clear, protective plastic covers that you can remove. Then, place
wallpaper, fabric, pictures, etc., in the open areas and replace the protective covers.
Removing the protective covers
1.
2.
3.
Place the flat edge of a screwdriver into
the 1 mm gap between the protective
cover and the front panel.
Carefully pry off the protective cover.
Repeat for second protective cover.
Replacing the protective covers
1. Insert tabs on one side of the protective
cover into the tabs in the corresponding
side of the front panel.
2. Snap the other side of the cover into
place.
3. Repeat for second protective cover.
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Caring for Your
Air Conditioner
In This Section
Page
Caring for the control panel ................ 14
Caring for the front panel, etc. ........... 14
Page
Caring for the slide-out air filter .......... 15
Performing annual coil cleaning ......... 15
Proper maintenance of your air conditioner ensures longer life and lower operating costs.
This section tells you how to clean your air conditioner and perform general maintenance.
You can always call an authorized Whirlpool* service company for annual service.
Caring for the control panel
l Wipe clean with a soft, damp cloth. Make
sure the cloth is not dripping wet.
The control panel door
If the control panel door pops out of place, it
pops back into place easily.
1. Place the left door pin into the hole on the
left side of the door opening.
2. Flex the door slightly.
3. Snap the right door pin into place.
Caring for the front panel, etc.
Perform basic cleaning of the front panel by
wiping it with a soft, dry cloth.
NOTE: Do not use abrasive or harsh
cleaners on the front panel, especially on
the protective plastic cover.
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Caring for the slide-out air filter
The air filter helps remove dust, lint, and
other particles from the air. The air filter is
cleanable. Check the air filter every time you
see the CHECK FILTER Indicator Light on
the control panel.
1. Grasp the bottom edge of the front panel
with both hands, as shown. There are
2 finger notches in the front panel behind
the filter handle.
2. Slide the air filter forward and down until it
releases from the front panel.
3. Clean the air filter using a vacuum
cleaner.
OR
If it is very dirty, wash the filter with warm
water and a mild detergent.
4. Slide filter up into the slot until filter is
completely fitted.
NOTE: You may need to clean the air filter
more often if it is subjected to heavy dust,
dirt, etc.
Performing annual coil cleaning
The coils in your air conditioner need to be Contact an authorized service company
cleaned annually to prolong the air to perform this annual maintenance.
conditioner’s life and its cooling efficiency.
As air moves over the coils, they collect dirt,
sand, leaves, insects, algae, and other air-
borne particles.
15

Installing Your
Air Conditioner
In This Section
Page
General information .. . ... .. .... . .. . ..
16
Page
Installation procedure ........................
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General information
Location
Your air conditioner will work well in any
location. However, the preferred location for
the unit is on a wall out of direct sunlight.
The location should also provide:
l Adequate support for the weight of the
unit.
Clearance
l Keep outside air intake louvers clear.
l An electrical outlet within reach of the
power supply cord.
l Free movement of air to the room(s) to
be cooled.
l Free movement of air to the air intake
louvers (inside and outside). . If the wall is too thick, cut the wall back on
a 45” angle if possible.
The power supply
cord can be fed
through either side
of the front panel.
Electrical outlet must be available within
reach of the power supply cord. DO NOT
use an extension cord.
l Allow sufficient clearance around the sides
and rear of the unit.
minimum
clearance
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l Provide adequate drainage.
outside so
unit drains
to the rear.
l Provide additional support for unit
if required.
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Support frame
c Provide adequate clearance so the air filter
can be removed from the bottom of the
front panel.
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Must be able to
remove air filter
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Electrical requirements
Check the model and serial number label to
determine the electrical requirements of your
unit. ALL units must use a time delay fuse or
circuit breaker.
Grounding method
Your air conditioner is equipped with a
power supply cord containing a 3-prong
grounding plug. To minimize possible
electrical shock hazard, the power supply
cord must be plugged into a mating 3-prong,
grounding-type wall receptacle, which is
grounded in accordance with all applicable
codes. 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.
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Installation procedure
1. Remove the front panel. Remove tape (if
any). Lift panel and take it off the cabinet.
2. Remove the shipping brackets (2).
Remove the cabinet ground screw (1)
and disconnect the green and yellow
grounding wire.
3. Remove the rear shipping screws (2). 6. Fix the cabinet to the support frame.
3. Slide the chassis out of the cabinet.
5. Install the drain plug and drain cup
(accessory parts) to rear of cabinet. Slide
drain cup down into rear support between
grooves in cup.
NOTE: Attach drain plug and drain cup
assemblies and attach hose before
sliding unit into cabinet.
PlW
Install
drain cup
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Screws
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7. Slide the chassis into the cabinet. Install
the cabinet seal (accessory part) between
the cabinet and the frame/wall.
8. Reinstall the shipping bracket and attach
with screws (2).
9. Reconnect the green and yellow
grounding wire.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Connect ground wire when unit is in
cabinet.
Failure to do so will result in electrical
shock.
10. Remove slide-out filter from front panel.
Replace the front panel. Insert tabs into
slots on the top flange of the cabinet.
Rotate the front panel downward until it
fits snugly between cabinet side flanges.
Secure front panel with 2 round-head
screws (accessory parts). Replace slide-
out air filter.
NOTE: Make sure the Exhaust Door
Control lever is between the frame and
the first air discharge louver before
securing front panel with screws.
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Troubleshooting
Performance problems often result from little things you can find and fix yourself, without
tools of any kind. Check the chart below for problems you can fix. It could save you the cost
of a service call.
I PROBLEM
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j Unit won’t run
Unit blows
household fuses
or trips circuit
breakers
Unit stops/starts
unexpectedly
Unit stops/starts
unexpectedly;
temperature
indicators off;
fan, air swing,
and temperature
won’t adjust
Unit stops/starts
unexpectedly
HEAT ONLY light
is flashing
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POSSIBLE SOLUTION
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Make sure unit is plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage.
Check if a household fuse has blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
Make sure unit is turned on.
See if the local power has failed.
Wait at least 3 minutes after turning unit off before trying to restart.
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Check if a household fuse has blown or the circuit breaker tripped.
Make sure an extension cord is not being used.
Make sure unit is plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage.
Wait at least 3 minutes after turning unit off before trying to restart.
(Deluxe Remote Control models only.) Check if Delay Start or
Delay Stop is programmed. See Deluxe Remote Control Owner’s
Manual for more information on these TIMED MODE operations.
(HEAT Cycle automatic defrost mode) The air conditioner might turn
off or not provide heating if the outside temperature is below 5°C. The
unit will start to operate again after the outside temperature rises.
The automatic defrost cycle will turn off the fan for several minutes
to de-ice the coils. The unit will restart after de-icing the coils.
Whenever the air conditioner is disconnected from its power supply
(even power outages), all programming reverts back to the factory-
preset information. The unit will “relearn” your preferences.
The air conditioner might turn off if the outside temperature is
below 5°C. After the outside temperature rises, the HEAT ONLY
light may flash. Press the HEAT ONLY button to restore operation.
Obtaining Service
If the problem is not due to an item listed in the chart above ...
Contact the dealer from whom you purchased the unit, an authorized Whirlpool* service
company, or refer to the guarantee booklet included with your product.
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