Whirlpool ACE082XP1 User manual

AIR CONDITIONER
Use & Care Guide
This guide contains useful information.
Read it carefully before using your room air conditioner.
For questions about features, operation/performance
parts, accessories or service, call: 1-800-253-1301 in the U.S.A.
ACONDICIONADOR
DE AIRE
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
Esta guía contiene información útil. Léala cuidadosamente antes de
usar su acondicionador de aire de habitación.
Para consultas respecto a características, operación/desempeño,
partes, accesorios o servicio técnico, llame al 1-800-253-1301
en los EE. UU.
Table of Contents/Índice ..................................... 2
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY .........................................................3
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................3
Tools and Parts ............................................................................3
Location Requirements................................................................4
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................5
Unpacking ....................................................................................5
Installing Air Conditioner..............................................................6
Position the Air Conditioner Cabinet ...........................................7
Complete Installation ...................................................................9
AIR CONDITIONER USE..............................................................10
Starting Your Air Conditioner.....................................................10
Changing Air Direction ...............................................................11
Normal Sounds ..........................................................................11
AIR CONDITIONER CARE...........................................................11
Cleaning the Air Filter.................................................................11
Cleaning the Front Panel............................................................11
Repairing Paint Damage ............................................................11
Annual Maintenance...................................................................11
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................12
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................13
Accessories................................................................................13
ÍNDICE
SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE......................14
REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN.................................................14
Herramientas y piezas................................................................14
Requisitos de ubicación.............................................................15
Requisitos eléctricos ..................................................................16
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.........................................17
Desempaque ..............................................................................17
Installación del acondicionador de aire .....................................17
Colocación del gabinete del acondicionador de aire................19
Complete la instalación..............................................................21
CÓMO USAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE.......................23
Cómo poner en marcha su acondicionador de aire..................23
Cómo cambiar la dirección del aire ...........................................24
Sonidos normales.......................................................................24
CUIDADO DE SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE.......................25
Limpieza del filtro de aire ...........................................................25
Limpieza del panel delantero .....................................................25
Reparación de la pintura dañada...............................................25
Mantenimiento anual..................................................................25
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................................25
AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO...................................................27
Accesorios..................................................................................27

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AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Assemble the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Tools Needed
Through-the-wall installation
In addition to the tools listed above, the following tools are
needed for though-the-wall installation.
Parts supplied (on some models)
Check that all parts are included in parts package.
NOTE: Installation parts are supplied for double-hung windows
up to 40" (101.6 cm) wide. A special Wide Window Kit is available
from your dealer or service center. See “Accessories.”
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.
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:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Unplug air conditioner before servicing.
Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
■Flat-blade and Phillips
screwdrivers
■Level
■Scissors
■Tape measure
■Drill and ³⁄₃₂" or smaller bit
■Saw
■Wood preservative
■Caulk
■1" (2.5 cm) or heavier
lumber
■#8 x ¹⁄₂" wood screws (6)
A. Foam seals (2)
B. Window-lock bracket
C. #6 - 32 x
¹⁄₄ " pan-head
screws (2)
D. #8 x
³⁄₄ " round-head
screws (3)
E. #10 - 12 x
³⁄₈ " pan-head
Phillips screws (3)
F. #8 - 18 x
³⁄₈ " pan-head Phillips
screws (6)
G. Top channel
H. Side curtains (2)
B
CDH
G
EF
A

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Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where 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 to rooms to be cooled.
■A large enough opening for the air conditioner.
■Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air
conditioner weighs between 80 and 110 lb (36.3 to 49.9 kg).
NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able
to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
Window installation (on some models)
Window opening measurements:
■Width: 28" (71.1 cm) minimum to 40" (101.6 cm) maximum.
■Height: 16¹⁄₄" (41.3 cm) minimum.
Through-the-wall installation
The wall opening measurements should be:
■Height: 16" (40.6 cm) plus twice the thickness of wood used
to build frame.
■Width: 22⁵⁄₈" (57.5 cm) plus twice the thickness of wood used
to build frame.
Electrical Requirements
Ground wire must be connected to ground screw located in lower
right corner of air conditioner when air conditioner is in cabinet.
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 on the front flange 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.
A. Cabinet louvers
A. 28" (71.1 cm) minimum to 40" (101.6 cm) maximum
B. 16
¹⁄₄ " (41.3 cm) minimum
A
A
B
A. 16" (40.6 cm) + 2 x C
B. 22
⁵⁄₈ " (57.5 cm) + 2 x C
Power supply cord
plug outlet Wiring requirements
■115 volt (103.5 min. -
126.5 max.)
■0-12 amps
■15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
■Use on single outlet circuit only.
B
C
C
A
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
Do not use an extension cord.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not remove ground prong.

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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 outlet,
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
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpacking
Remove packaging materials
■Remove and properly dispose of packaging materials.
Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the air conditioner. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water
and dry.
■Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.
■Handle air conditioner with care.
1. Remove air conditioner from carton and place on cardboard.
2. Remove shipping screw from side wall of cabinet.
3. Pull control knobs off (on some models).
4. Remove front panel from air conditioner and set aside.
5. Remove ground screw and ground wire from front of air
conditioner base. Save ground screw.
6. Pull on handle to slide air conditioner out of cabinet. Place air
conditioner on cardboard.
NOTE: Do not lift, push, pull or remove any expanded
polystyrene (foam) from inside the air conditioner. It is not
packing material.
■230 volt (207 min. - 253 max.)
■230/208 volt (197.6 min. -
253 max.)
■0-12 amps
■15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
■Use on single outlet circuit only.
■230 volt (207 min. - 253 max.)
■230/208 volt (197.6 min. -
253 max.)
■0-16 amps
■20-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
■Use on single outlet circuit only.
¹⁄₄"
(0.6 cm)
A. Shipping screw
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
air conditioner.
WARNING
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
A
A. Green ground wire
B. Ground screw
A. Handle
A
B
+
+
+
A

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Installing Air Conditioner
■Handle air conditioner with care.
■Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the
opening during installation or removal.
■Where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be
placed no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded 3 prong
outlet.
Window installation (on some models)
NOTE: Attach top channel and side curtains to air conditioner
cabinet before placing cabinet in window.
1. Locate supplied bag of screws.
2. Place top channel on top of air conditioner cabinet, lining up
the 3 holes in top channel with the 3 holes on top of air
conditioner cabinet.
3. Using 3 - #10 - 12 x ³⁄₈" pan-head Phillips screws, attach top
channel to air conditioner cabinet.
4. Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain housing in
top and bottom curtain guides on air conditioner cabinet.
Back View
Bottom View
5. Extend right-hand curtain outward so you may insert the first
screw through the middle hole of the curtain. Using #8 - 18 x
³⁄₈"pan-head screw, screw curtain to middle hole in air
conditioner cabinet.
NOTE: This screw is required to correctly attach curtain (top
to bottom) to the air conditioner cabinet.
6. While the right-hand curtain is still extended, insert #8 - 18 x
³⁄₈" pan-head screws into the top and bottom slots of curtain.
Screw curtain to the top and bottom holes in air conditioner
cabinet.
NOTE: Some curtains may have 2 slots at each end. You will
be able to see a mounting hole through the correct slot.
7. Slide curtain housing into guides as far as it will go.
8. Repeat above steps for left-hand curtain.
Through-the-wall installation
NOTES:
■It is the customer's responsibility and obligation to have
this product installed by a qualified technician familiar
with through-the-wall room air conditioner installations.
■Where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be
placed no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded
3prongoutlet.
■Do not block louvers.
Option 1—Wood, metal or plastic molding
When using a wood, metal or plastic molding, the wood frame
should line up with inside wall as shown.
A. Top channel
B. #10 - 12 x
³⁄₈ " pan-head Phillips screws
A. Curtain housing
B. Curtain guides
AB
BB
AB
A. Curtain housing
B. Curtain guides
A. #8 - 18 x
³⁄₈ " pan-head screw
A. Molding
B. Inside wall
C. Wood frame
D. Louvers
A
B
A
AC
B
D

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Option 2—Plaster wall with no molding
If the plastered wall is to be flush with the cabinet and no molding
is used, the wood frame must be set ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) into the inside
wall.
1. Construct wood frame. See “Location Requirements”for
dimensions.
2. Measure outside width and height of frame to determine wall
opening dimensions.
3. Cut opening through the wall. Remove and save insulation.
NOTES:
■Dimension for depth depends on wall thickness and type
of molding.
■Do not block louvers in air conditioner cabinet.
■Use 1" (2.5 cm) or heavier lumber for wood frame.
4. Apply wood preservative to the outside exposed surface.
5. Insert the frame in the wall opening. Square and level frame.
6. Attach frame securely to the wall.
Position the Air Conditioner Cabinet
■Handle air conditioner with care.
■Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the
opening during installation or removal.
■The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner
should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded
3prongoutlet.
■Do not block the louvers on the front panel.
■Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.
Window installation (on some models)
1. Center empty cabinet in window. Check that lower rail of air
conditioner cabinet is behind and against back side of
windowsill. Maintain a firm hold on the air conditioner
cabinet. Lower window sash to hold cabinet in place.
2. Measure the distance between the right-hand side of the
cabinet and the inside of the window channel.
3. Repeat for the left side. Adjust the cabinet until the distance
on each side is the same.
4. Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so
that water will run to the outside.
5. Pull left-hand curtain out until it fits into window channel. Use
a ³⁄₃₂" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the
curtain housing and into the lower window sash.
Front View
A. Plastered wall
B. Inside wall
C. Wood frame
D. Louvers
A. Outside width
B. Outside height
C. Depth
D
AC
B
A
B
C
A. Window sash
B. Empty cabinet
C. Window channel
A. Left-hand curtain
B. Window channel
B
A
C
A
B

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Top View
6. Insert one of the #8 x ³⁄₄" round-head screws through hole
and into lower window sash. Insert one of the #6 - 32 x ¹⁄₄"
pan-head screws through threaded hole in top of curtain.
7. Repeat for right-hand curtain.
8. Insert foam seal behind the top of the lower window sash and
against the glass of the upper window.
9. Place window-lock bracket on top of lower window and
against upper window sash.
10. Use a ³⁄₃₂" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the
bracket and into the window sash.
11. Attach window-lock bracket to window sash with #8 x ³⁄₄"
round-head screw to secure window in place.
Through-the-wall installation
1. Insert cabinet into the framed wall opening.
The top of the cabinet should extend ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) into the
room. If there is trim, the cabinet should extend ¹⁄₂" (13 mm)
past the trim.
2. Use a level to check that cabinet is level side to side.
3. Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so
that water will run to the outside.
4. Reuse the insulation to seal opening between cabinet and
frame.
5. Use existing holes and 6 - #8 x ¹⁄₂" wood screws (not
provided) to attach cabinet to frame.
NOTE: Do not overtighten screws or cabinet will distort and
provide a poor air seal between cabinet and air conditioner.
6. Caulk all outside wall openings around cabinet.
A. Left-hand curtain
B. Window channel
C. #8 x
³⁄₄ " round-head screw
A. Hole for #8 x
³⁄₄ " round-head screw
B. Threaded hole
C. #6 - 32 x
¹⁄₄ " pan-head screw
B
A
C
ABC
A. Window lock bracket
B. Foam seal
C. Upper window glass
A.
¹⁄₂ " (13 mm) extending into room
B. Trim
A. Level
A
B
C
A
B
A

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Complete Installation
NOTE: Handle air conditioner with care.
1. Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside of the
cabinet.
2. Insert air conditioner into cabinet.
3. Connect green ground wire to cabinet base with ground
screw. Position ground wire pointing straight up. Put excess
ground wire between coil and air conditioner cabinet.
4. Install foam seal in the gap between air conditioner base and
cabinet. Push foam seal in at the sides and trim any excess
material.
5. Remove the 2 front panel screws from air conditioner base.
6. Insert front tabs of front panel into top of cabinet and swing
front into place.
7. Attach bottom front of panel with front panel screws. Replace
control knobs (on some models).
NOTE: Route power supply cord through notch in front panel.
8. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
A. Green ground wire
B. Ground screw
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
air conditioner.
WARNING
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Failure to do so can result in death or
electrical shock.
Connect green ground wire to ground screw.
A
B
+
+
+
A. Foam seal
A. Front panel screws
B. Power supply cord notch
A
A
B
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
Do not use an extension cord.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not remove ground prong.

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AIR CONDITIONER USE
Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the
best possible results.
This section explains proper air conditioner operation.
IMPORTANT:
■If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes
before turning it back on. This prevents the air conditioner
from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker.
■Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode
when outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C). The inside
evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not
operate properly.
NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will
operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.
Starting Your Air Conditioner
1. Set the Exhaust control. See “Exhaust Control (on some
models).”
2. Set the Fan Control to desired setting. See “Fan Control”for
your model.
3. Turn the Thermostat control to a mid-setting. See
“Thermostat”for your model.
Exhaust Control (on some models)
Set the Exhaust control to CLOSED for maximum continuous
cooling. The Exhaust control set OPEN allows you to draw stale
or smoky air from the room.
■OPEN—to exhaust room air to the outside
■CLOSED—to circulate room air
NOTE: The Exhaust control will function only when the Fan
Control is operating.
Style 1—Cool only air conditioner settings
Fan Control
Set the Fan control to the desired setting. When the air
conditioner is operating at Low Cool, High Cool, or Turbo Cool,
the fan circulates air continuously.
■Turbo Cool—for maximum cooling
■High Cool—for normal cooling
■Low Cool—for sleeping comfort
■Fan Only—to move air continuously without cooling
NOTE: Fan runs on Turbo speed only.
Thermostat
Turn the THERMOSTAT control to a mid-setting. Adjust the air
conditioner's performance by turning the Thermostat control
clockwise for maximum cooling. For less cooling, turn the
THERMOSTAT control counterclockwise. Experiment to find the
setting that suits you best.
Style 2—Heat/Cool Air Conditioner Settings (on some
models)
Fan Control
Set the Fan control to the desired setting. When the air
conditioner is operating at Low Cool, High Cool, Turbo Cool, Low
Heat or Turbo Heat, the fan circulates air continuously.
■Low Heat—for reduced heating
■Turbo Heat—for maximum heating
■Turbo Cool—for maximum cooling
■High Cool—for normal cooling
■Low Cool—for sleeping comfort
■Fan Only—to move air continuously without cooling or
heating
NOTE: Fan runs on Turbo speed only.
■Power Saver—the fan runs only when cooling is needed. The
fan stops circulating air when the room temperature matches
the Thermostat control setting.
Since the fan does not circulate the room air continuously,
less energy is used but the room air is not circulated as often.
Use Power Saver when you are asleep or away from home.
NOTE: Fan runs on Low speed only.
CLOSED
OPEN