Whirlpool ACQ052 User manual

UseAndCare
AIR CONDITIONERS
A Note to You ......................... 2
Air Conditioner Safety ........... 3
Parts and Features ................. 4
Operating Your Air
Conditioner ............................. 5
Starting your air
conditioner .......................... 5
Using the exhaust
vent control ......................... 6
Using the energy saver
settings ............................... 6
Changing air direction ......... 6
Caring for Your Air
Conditioner ............................. 7
Cleaning the front panel.. ....7
Cleaning the slide-out
air filter.. .............................. 8
Performing annual
maintenance ....................... 8
Saving energy.. ................. 10
Troubleshooting ................... 11
Normal operating sounds ... 11
Requesting Assistance
or Service .............................. 12
Index.. .................................... 15
Warranty ............................... 16
1-800-253-I 301
Call our Consumer Assistance Center
with questions or comments.
PART NO. 1166878 Rev. A
MODELS: ACQ052 ACQ062
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A Note to You
Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL@ appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL Air Conditioners are
easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years
of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable infor-
mation about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely. Please read it
carefully. Also, please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your
appliance. This card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance.
Please record your model’s information.
Whenever you call to request service on
Model Number
your appliance, you need to know your
Serial Number
complete model number and serial number.
You can find this information on the model
Purchase Date
and serial number label (see diagram on
Dealer Name
page 4 for location of label).
Please also record the Durchase date of
Dealer Address
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
address, and telephone number.
Dealer Phone
Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.
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Our Consumer Assistance Center
number is toll-free 24-hours a day.
1-800-253-1301 1

Air Conditioner Safety
Your safety is important to us.
This guide contains statements under
warning symbols. Please pay special
attention to these symbols and follow any
instructions given. Here is a brief explana-
tion of the use of the warning symbol.
This symbol alerts you to such
dangers as fire, electrical shock,
burns, and personal injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
l Read all instructions before using the l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
air conditioner. DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
*Complete the installation requirements OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
as described in the Installation LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR
Instructions. ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES
l Do not operate the air conditioner with CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR
the front panel removed. EXPLOSION.
l Never clean air conditioner parts with
flammable fluids. The fumes can create
a fire hazard or explosion.
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Help us help you
Please:
l Install your air conditioner in a window that l Make sure the air conditioner is not used
will hold the weight, and secure the air by anyone unable to operate it properly.
conditioner according to the Installation
Instructions. l Maintain the air conditioner properly.
l Connect the air conditioner to the proper Also, remove the Energy Label. Use a damp
kind of outlet with the correct electrical cloth to take off any glue residue. DO NOT
supply and grounding. (See the Installation use sharp instruments, flammable fluids, or
Instructions.) abrasive cleaners. These can damage
the material.
l Make sure the air conditioner is the correct
size for the area you want to cool.
l Use the air conditioner only to do what a
window air conditioner is designed to do.
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Parts and Features
This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar
with where all parts and features are located and what they look like. To help you find
information on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included.
Air direction
louvers and tab Slide-out
air filter
(P. 8)
Model and Cdntrol
serial number panel door
label
(P. 5)
Redovable
front panel
(P. 7)
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Operating Your Air Conditioner
To obtain the best possible results from your air conditioner, it is important that you operate it
properly. This section tells you how to set the controls and how to direct the cooled air.
Starting your air conditioner
Fire Hazard
Do not use an extension cord.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
1. Set Exhaust Control to CLOSED for
maximum cooling performance. (See
“Using the exhaust vent control” on
page 6.1
2. Set the Fan Control to the desired
setting. You can use either the Energy
Saver or Normal Fan settings. (See
“Using the energy saver settings” on
paw 6.1
LOW - for sleeping comfort
MED - for normal cooling
QUICK COMFORT - for fastest cooling
FAN ONLY-to circulate room air without
cooling it
3. Turn the Thermostat Control to the
desired setting. You can adjust the air
conditioner’s cooling performance by
turning the Thermostat Control clockwise
for more cooling or counterclockwise for
less cooling. You will need to experiment
to find the setting which suits you best.
IMPORTANT: If you turn the air conditioner
off, or if the compressor turns off when you
lower the Thermostat Control, wait at least
3 minutes before turning the air conditioner
back on. If you don’t wait, you may blow a
fuse or trip a circuit breaker.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3-prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death or electrical shock.
EXHAUST VENT
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OPEN
CLOSED
THERMOSTAT
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Using the exhaust vent control
The Exhaust Vent Control draws stale or
smoky air from the room or circulates
existing room air.
To exhaust room air:
1. Set Exhaust Control to OPEN.
2. Set Fan Control to desired setting. If no
cooling is desired, set Fan Control to
FAN ONLY.
3. Set Thermostat Control to desired setting.
EXHAUST VENT
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OPEN CLOSED
To circulate room air: I
1. Set Exhaust Control to CLOSED.
2. Set Fan Control to desired setting. If no
cooling is desired, set Fan Control to
FAN ONLY.
3. Set Thermostat Control to desired setting.
NOTE: For maximum performance, the
Exhaust Vent Control must be in the
CLOSED position when cooling or room
air circulation is desired.
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EXHAUST VENT
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OPEN CLOSED
Using the energy saver set :tings
Use the Energy Saver settings when you do
not want the fan to run continuously. Using
these settings causes the fan to stop when
the compressor stops, and saves energy.
Set the Fan Control to the desired setting.
LOW - for sleeping comfort
MED - for normal cooling
QUICK COMFORT - for fastest cooling
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NORMAL
SAVER FAN
Changing air direction
The air direction louvers, in the top grille
area of the front panel, control the direction
of the cooled air. Move the tabs in the
direction you want the air to flow (right, left,
or straight ahead). A tab in the center of the
louver area (on some models) adjusts the
airflow up or down.

CaringfbrYourAir Conditioner
Proper care of your air conditioner helps ensure longer life of the unit and lower operating
costs. Follow these instructions carefully. Call your authorized Whirlpool servicing dealer for
an annual checkup.
Cleaning the front panel
Explosion Hazard
Unplug power cord from outlet
before cleaning the air conditioner.
Use only nonflammable cleaners.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, explosion, fire,
or electrical shock.
1. Disconnect power cord from outlet.
2. Remove the front panel from the unit for
cleaning. Press down at the top of the
front panel to release it from the top
of the cabinet.
3. Pull the top of the front panel toward you.
4. Lift front panel up and away from the
bottom spring clips.
5. Remove the slide-out air filter and clean
separately. (See “Cleaning the slide-out
air filter” on page 8.)
NOTE: The front panel does not have to
be removed to clean filter.
6. Clean front panel with warm water, mild
soap or detergent, and a soft cloth.
Rinse and dry thoroughly.
7. Wipe control panel clean with a soft,
dry cloth.
8. Replace the front panel. Locate bottom
of panel on the spring clips. Press down
on top edge of front panel and push it
toward the unit to secure the upper tabs.
9. Replace air filter.
10. Plug in the power cord.
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Cleaning the slide-out air filter
The filter is cleanable. A clean filter helps
remove dust, lint, and other particles from
the air. Check every two weeks to see if filter
needs cleaning.
1. Remove filter by sliding it up and out the
top of the front panel.
2. Clean filter using a vacuum cleaner.
OR
If very dirty, wash filter with warm water
and mild detergent. Air dry thoroughly
before replacing.
3. Replace filter by sliding it back down into
opening at top of front panel.
Performing annual maintenance
Your air conditioner needs annual mainte-
nance to ensure steady, top performance
throughout the year. Call the service com-
pany recommended by your dealer to:
l Inspect and clean the coils and condensate
water passages.
l Check fan.
The compressor and fan motor are sealed
and need no oiling. The expense of an
annual inspection is the consumer’s
responsibility.
OR
If you are familiar with electrical appliances,
you can do the inspection and maintenance
yourself. If you choose to do so, follow these
steps:
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug power cord from outlet
before servicing.
Be sure no liquid gets into the motor,
electrical control box, or compressor
terminals.
NOTE: Do not lift, push, or pull any white
beaded foam (expanded polystyrene) parts.
1. Disconnect power cord from outlet.
2. Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, electrical shock,
or serious injury.
the front panel” on page 7.)
3. Remove unit from the window.
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Excessive Weight Hazard
Use 2 or more people to move and
install air conditioner.
Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
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Remove side curtains. Slide curtains out
to their fullest width. From the back side,
remove the Phillips-head screws (A)
holding the curtains to the cabinet.
Remove the slotted hex-head screws (B)
holding the top channel.
Remove the slotted hex-head screws (C)
on the sides of the cabinet.
Holding both sides of the cabinet, care-
fully lift the cabinet off the base. Watch
out for the sharp metal fins on the front
and rear coils.
Wrap the motor, electrical control box,
and the compressor terminal box in
plastic film to make sure no water or
other liquid gets inside. Water or other
liquids could damage the insulation and
cause serious mechanical problems.
Clean and hose out the base, coils, and
condensate pans. Clean at least once a
year, or more often if the condenser
coils and pans collect dirt, sand, leaves,
insects, or algae. Also, clean if you detect
an odor coming from the air conditioner.
Do not use the collected water for drinking
purposes. It is not sanitary.
Remove plastic film from motor and
electrical parts.
Replace unit in the cabinet. Reattach top
channel and side curtains. Tighten all
screws.
Reinstall unit in the window.
Replace the front panel.
Plug in the power cord.
NOTE: It is a good idea to wait 24 hours
before starting the unit again. This allows
time !or all areas to dry thoroughly. The
water from rainfall or from normal opera-
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Saving energy
l Improve your home’s insulation. Seal all
doors and windows. Close the
fireplace flue.
l Close blinds or drapes on the sunny side
of the house. Add window awnings.
l Keep the air filter clean.
l Do not block the airflow from the air
conditioner with drapes or furniture.
l Ventilate the attic. High temperatures in
the attic add to the cooling load.
l Try not to use heat-producing appliances
during the hottest part of the day.
l Turn lights and appliances off when
not needed.
l Keep heat registers and cool-air
returns closed.
l Use exhaust venting fans while cooking,
doing laundry, or bathing.
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