Whirlpool ACM102XF0 User manual

ROOMAIRCONDITIONERS
Use&CareGuide
1. Air louvers
2. Air direction tab
3. Front panel (some models may have
a different style front panel)
4. Control panel
5. Side curtains
PART NO. 1169347 Rev. A .

Contents
Page
A Note to You .................................................................. 2
Air Conditioner Safety .................................................... 3
Important Safety Instructions ........................................ 3
Operating Instructions .................................................... 4
Starting your air conditioner ................................... 4
Using the exhaust control (on some models) ...... .5
Changing air direction ............................................. 5
Normal operating sounds ........................................ 5
A Note to You
Thank you for buying this appliance.
To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we
developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable
information about how to operate and maintain your
appliance properly and safely. Please read it carefully.
Also, please complete and mail the Product Registration
Card provided with your appliance. This card helps us
notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Model Number Store Name
Serial Number
Store Address
Purchase Date Store Phone
Page
Cleaning Instructions ..................................................... 6
Cleaning the front panel .......................................... 6
Cleaning the air filter ................................................ 6
Performing Annual Maintenance ................................... 7
Repairing paint damage ........................................... 8
Troubleshooting .............................................................. 9
Requesting Assistance or Service .............................. 11
Ordering accessories ............................................ 11
Warranty ......................................................................... 12
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service on your appliance,
you need to know your complete model number and
serial number. You can find this information on the model
and serial number label. (See Installation Instructions for
model and serial number location.)
Please record the model and serial number information
below. Also, record the purchase date of your appliance
and the store’s name, address, and telephone number.
Keep this book and sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
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Air Conditioner Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains safety symbols and statements.
Please pay special attention to the symbols and follow any
instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of
the symbol:
This symbol alerts you to hazards such as
fire, electrical shock, or other injuries.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these
basic precautions:
l Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
l Unplug air conditioner before servicing.
l Do not remove ground prong.
l Use two or more people to move or install
l Do not use an adapter. air conditioner.
l Do not use an extension cord.
l Do not drink water collected inside the cabinet.
-SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
It is your responsibility to:
l Install the unit in a window that will hold the weight and
secure it according to the Installation Instructions.
l Connect the unit only to the proper kind of outlet, with the
correct electrical supply and grounding. (Refer to “Meet-
ing electrical requirements” in the Installation Instructions).
l Make sure the unit is the correct size for the area you
want to cool.

Operating
Instructions
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.
Starting your air conditioner
See Figures l-5 for control panel variations. This manual
covers several different models. The model‘you have
purchased may have all or some of the control panel
variations shown here, and they may not match the
illustration exactly.
1. Set the Fan or System Control to the desired setting.
HI/HIGH COOL ..............................for maximum cooling
MED/MEDIUM COOL ........................ for normal cooling
LO/LOW COOL ............................... for sleeping comfort
FAN ONLY (on some models) .,............ for circulating air
without cooling
The Fan or System Control settings determine the
amount of cool air coming from the louvers.
NOTE: Set the Exhaust Control (on some models) to
CLOSED for maximum cooling.
2. Turn the Thermostat or Temp Control to a mid-setting.
For maximum cooling, turn the Thermostat or Temp
Control clockwise. For less cooling, turn the Thermostat
or Temp Control counterclockwise. Experiment and find
the setting that suits you best.
NOTES:
l If you turn the air conditioner off, wait at least
3 minutes before turning it back on. This prevents
the air conditioner from blowing a fuse or tripping
a circuit breaker.
l Do not try to operate your air conditioner when
the outside temperature is below 65°F (18%). The
inside evaporator coil may freeze up and the air
conditioner may not operate properly.
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Using the exhaust control
(on some models)
The Exhaust Control determines how air is circulated
through the air conditioner. It allows you to circulate room
air or exhaust stale/smoky air.
l To circulate room air (Figure 6) set Exhaust Control to
CLOSED. This setting allows continuous cooling.
l To exhaust stale/smoky air set Exhaust Control
to OPEN.
Exhaust control tips
l For maximum cooling efficiency, set the Exhaust Control
to CLOSED.
l The Exhaust Control will only function when the System
or Fan Control is turned to an “on” setting.
Changing air direction
The louvers in the,,top of the front panel allow you to control
the direction of the cooled air. Use the tabs to direct the air
up, down, right, left, or straight ahead. See Figure 7.
Normal operating sounds
When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may
hear such sounds as:
l A “pinging” sound caused from water droplets hitting the
condenser. This is an energy efficient design whereby
the water cools the condenser.
l Air movement from the fan.
l Clicks from the thermostat cycling on and off.
l Vibrations or noise due to poor wall or window
construction.
l A high pitched hum or pulsating noise caused by the
modern high efficiency compressor cycling on and off.
Energy saving tips
You can help save energy by reducing your air
conditioner’s work load:
l Improve your home’s insulation. Seal doors and win-
dows. Close fireplace flue.
l Close blinds or drapes on the sunny side of your house.
Add awnings.
l Check air filter often to make sure it is clean.
l Do not block airflow with drapes or furniture.
l Ventilate your attic. High temperatures in the attic add to
the cooling load of your air conditioner.
l Try not to use heat-producing appliances during the
hottest part of the day.
l Turn lights and appliances off when they are not needed.
. Keep heat registers and cool-air returns closed.
l Use exhaust/venting fans while cooking, bathing, and
doing laundry.
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Cleaning
Instructions
It is necessary to clean your air filter and front panel
properly for top performance and cleaner air.
Cleaning the front panel
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the front panel from the cabinet for easy
cleaning. Press down on the top of the front panel and
tilt forward. Lift the front panel up and away from the
bottom spring clips. See Figure 8.
3. Remove the air filter and clean it separately if needed.
(See “Cleaning the air filter” below.)
4. Using a soft cloth, clean the front panel with warm water
and a mild soap or detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
Wipe the control panel with a soft, dry cloth.
5. Replace the front panel. Set the bottom of the panel on
the cabinet spring clips. Push down and forward into the
cabinet to secure upper tabs.
6. Plug in the power cord.
Cleaning the air filter
Your air conditioner’s air filter is removable for easy
cleaning. A clean filter helps remove dust, lint, and other
particles from the air and is important for best cooling and
operating efficiency. Check the filter every 2 weeks to see
if it needs cleaning. Do not operate the air conditioner
without the filter in place.
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the front panel from the cabinet. (See “Clean-
ing the front panel” above.)
3. Remove the elastic band holding the air filter in place.
Then remove the air filter. See Figure 9.
4. Wash the air filter with warm water and mild detergent.
Do not wash the air filter in the dishwasher or use any
chemical cleaners. Air dry thoroughly before
replacing to ensure maximum efficiency.
5. Replace the filter, elastic band, and front panel.
6. Plug in the power cord.
Air filter tips
l Your air filter should be replaced once a year.
l For information on ordering a new filter, see page Il.
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Performing
Annual
Maintenance
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.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug before doing any maintenance.
Do not drink water collected by the air conditioner.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, electrical shock, or sickness.
Your air conditioner needs annual maintenance to help
ensure steady, top performance throughout the year. Call
your local authorized dealer to schedule annual mainte-
nance. The expense of this service is the consumer’s
responsibility.
OR
If you are familiar with electrical appliances, you can do
the maintenance yourself. If you choose to do so, follow
these steps:
NOTE: Do not lift, push, or pull any gray Styrofoam from
inside the air conditioner.
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the a/r conditioner from the window.
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3. Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning the front
panel” on page 6.)
4. Remove the side curtains. Slide curtains out to fullest
width. From the back side, remove the Phillips-head
screws which attach the curtain to the cabinet (A).
See Figure 10.
5. Remove slotted-hex head screws (B) holding top
channel. See Figure 10.
6. Remove slotted-hex head screws (C) on sides of
cabinet. See Figure 10.
7. Remove the cabinet from the air conditioner. Watch
out for the sharp metal fins on the front and rear coils.
8. Wrap the fan motor (E), capacitor connections (F),
electrical control panel (I), and compressor terminals
(J) in plastic film and make sure no water or other
liquid gets inside any of these parts. It could damage
the insulation and cause serious mechanical problems.
See Figure 11.
9. Carefully clean and hose out the base (K), condenser
coil (D), evaporator coil (G), and condensate pan (H).
Clean at least once a year or more often if the con-
denser and evaporator coils and pan collect dirt, sand,
leaves, insects, or algae. Also, clean if you detect an
odor coming from the air conditioner. See Figure 11.
10. Remove the plastic film from the motor and electrical
parts.
11. Replace the cabinet on the air conditioner and reattach
the front panel.
12. Plug in the power cord.
NOTE: It is a good idea to wait 24 hours before starting
the air conditioner again. This allows time for all areas
to dry out.
Repairing paint damage
Check once or twice a year for paint damage. This may
occur, especially in salty environments (near oceans, etc.)
or where rust is a problem. If needed, touch up with a good
grade enamel paint.
NOTE: To reduce paint damage during the winter, install
a heavy-duty cover on your air conditioner’s cabinet. For
information on ordering a heavy-duty cover see page 11.

Troubleshooting
You can solve many common air conditioner problems easily, saving you the cost of a service call. Try the suggestions
below to see if you can solve your problem without outside help.
Your air conditioner will not operate ,
Check if ... Then ...
The power supply Firmly plug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
cord is unplugged.
A household fuse Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. Make sure the air conditioner is plugged into a
has blown or circuit properly grounded outlet as described in the Installation Instructions.
breaker has tripped.
The Fan Control is Turn the Fan Control to an active setting.
turned to the OFF
position.
The local power has Wait for power to be restored.
failed.
The unit blows fuses or trips circuit breakers
Check if ... Then ...
Too many appliances Unplug or relocate appliances that share the same circuit.
are being used on the
same circuit.
Time-delay fuse or Replace with a time-delay fuse or circuit breaker of the correct capacity. Check with your
circuit breaker of the local utility company for the correct capacity.
wrong capacity is
being used.
An extension cord is Do not use an extension cord with this or any other appliance.
being used.
You are trying to
restart the air
conditioner too soon
after turning Fan
Control off.
Wait at least 3 minutes after turning Fan Control off before trying to restart the air
conditioner.
The air conditioner seems to run too much
Check if ... Then ...
The current air,
conditioner replaced
an older model.
The unit is in a
heavily occupied
room or heat-
producing
appliances are in
use in the room.
The use of more efficient components may cause the air conditioner to run longer than
an older model, but the total energy consumption will be less. Newer air conditioners do not
emit the “blast” of cold air you may be accustomed to from older units, but this IS NOT an
indication of lesser cooling capacity or efficiency. Refer to the efficiency rating (EER) and
capacity rating (in BTUs/hr.) marked on the air conditioner.
Use exhaust vent fans while cooking or bathing and try not to use heat-producing appli-
ances during the hottest part of the day. A higher capacity air conditioner may be required
depending on the size of the room being cooled.
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The unit turns on and off too much, or does not cool room
Check if ... Then ...
The air conditioner is Check the cooling capabi!ities of your room air conditioner. Room air conditioners are not
not properly sized for designed to cool multiple rooms.
your room.
The filter is dirty or Clean the filter. See page 6.
obstructed by debris.
The inside evaporator Clean the inside evaporator and outside condenser coils. See page 8.
and outside condenser
coils are dirty or
obstructed by debris.
There is excessive Use a fan to exhaust heat or moisture from the room. Try not to use heat-producing
heat or moisture appliances during the hottest part of the day.
(open container
cooking, showers,
etc.) in the room.
The louvers are Install the air conditioner in a location where the louvers are free from curtains, blinds,
blocked. furniture, etc.
The outside tempera- Do not try to operate your air conditioner when the outside temperature is below 65”.
ture is below 65”.
The temperature of
the room you are
trying to cool is
extremely hot.
Allow extra time for the air conditioner to cool off a very hot room.
Windows or doors to Close all windows and doors.
the outside are open.
The Exhaust Control Set the Exhaust Control to CLOSED for maximum cooling.
is set to OPEN.
The Thermostat is
not at a cool enough
setting.
Adjust the Thermostat to a cooler setting by turning the knob clockwise.
Turn Fan Control to HIGH.
The air conditioner is Install your air conditioner in a more shaded window.
installed on the sunny
side of your house.
Then ...
Water drips from cabinet into your house
not properly leveled.
The air conditioner
should slope slightly
downward toward the
Level the air conditioner to provide a %” downward slope toward the outside (1/2bubble
on a carpenter’s level [or 1.4 degrees]) to ensure proper drainage. See the Installation
Instructions for an illustration. Reposition or shim the cabinet as necessary.
NOTE: Do NOT drill a hole in the bottom of the metal base and condensate pan.
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