Whirlpool ACS072XE User manual

Installation,
UseAndCare
A Note To You ................2
Air Conditioner
..............................
Parts And Features ........4
Requirements ................. 5
Air Conditioner ............ 13
. Caring For Your
Air Conditioner ............ 15
Troubleshooting .......... 19
Warranty .......................24
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Call Our Consumer Assistance
Center with questions or comments.
SLIDER/CASEMENT WINDOW AIR CONDITIONERS
PART NO. 23-1 l-l 187N-001/789601
MODELS ACS072XE ACSl02XE
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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 informa-
tion 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
complete model number and serial number.
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 purchase date of
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
address, and telephone number.
Dealer Address
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 dav.
I-800-253-1 301 1

Air Conditioner Safety
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.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
l Read all instructions before using the
air conditioner.
.Complete the installation requirements
as described in the Installation
Instructions.
l Do not operate the air conditioner with
the front panel removed.
*Never clean air conditioner parts with
l FOR YOUR SAFETY l
DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR
ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES
CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR
EXPLOSION.
flammable fluids. The fumes can create
an explosion or fire hazard.
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Help us help you
Please:
l Install your air conditioner in a window that
will hold the weight, and secure the air
conditioner according to the Installation
Instructions.
l Connect the air conditioner to the proper
kind of outlet with the correct electrical
supply and grounding. (See the Installation
Instructions.)
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.
l Make sure the air conditioner is not used
by anyone unable to operate it properly.
l Maintain the air conditioner properly.
Also, remove the Energy Label. Use a damp
cloth to take off any glue residue. DO NOT
use sharp instruments, flammable fluids, or
abrasive cleaners. These can damage the
material.
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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 lobk like. To help you find
information on SPeCifiC parts or features quickly, page references are included.
Removable
air filter -
(behind Panel)
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Model and serial
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number plate
(behind air louvers)
Control panel
(PP. 73, 14)
Control Panel
&ha& vent
control I
Fan
control I
Thermostat
control
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Electrical Requirements
Below are electrical plug variations; choose the one which matches the ampere rating of your
unit. Your model’s ampere rating is printed on the model and serial number label, attached to
the unit, behind the front panel. (See diagram on page 4.)
Observe all local codes and
ordinances.
Do not, under any circumstances,
remove the power supply cord
grounding prong.
NOTE: If codes permit and a separate
grounding wire is used, it is recommended
that a qualified electrician determine that the
grounding path is adequate and not inter-
rupted by plastic, non-metallic gaskets or
other insulating materials.
Check with a qualified electrician if you are
in doubt as to whether the air conditioner is
properly grounded.
Fire Hazard
Do not use an extension cord.
Doing so can cause death, fire, or
electrical shock
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug appliance into a grounded
outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not ground to a pipe.
Do not fuse neutral or ground.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death or electrical
shock.
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PLUG TYPE
Power supply cord
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
115 volt models with amperes
up through 7.5
For 115 volt models with amperes
from 7.6 to 12.0
115 volt models with amperes up
through 7.5
Receptacle wiring
Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of
14 gauge. Use copper wire only. It is the
responsibility of the consumer to provide
proper and adequate receptacle wiring,
installed by a qualified electrician. Observe
National Electrical Code and all local
governing codes and ordinances.
Electrical connection
Electrical ground is required on this air
conditioner.
Recommended grounding method
For your personal safety, this air conditioner
must be grounded. This air conditioner is
equipped with a power supply cord
having a 3-prong grounding plug. To mini-
mize possible shock hazard, the cord
must be plugged into a mating 3-prong
grounding-type wall receptacle, grounded
in accordance with the National Electrical
Code (ANSVNFPA 70 - latest edition) and
local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall
receptacle is not available, it is the responsi-
bility of the customer to have a properly
grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed
by a qualified electrician.
Electrical requirements
A 115 volt (103.5 min., 126.5 max.), 60 Hz,
AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply
is required (time delay fuse or time delay cir-
cuit breaker required). It is required that a
separate circuit, serving only this air condi-
tioner, be provided.

115 volt models with amperes from 7.6
through 12.0
Receptacle wiring
Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of
14 gauge. Use copper wire only. It is the
responsibility of the consumer to provide
proper and adequate receptacle wiring,
installed by a qualified electrician. Observe
National Electrical Code and all local
governing codes and ordinances.
Electrical connection
Electrical ground is required on this air
conditioner.
Recommended grounding method
For your personal safety, this air conditioner
must be grounded. This air conditioner is
equipped with a power supply cord
having a 3-prong grounding plug. To mini-
mize possible shock hazard, the cord
must be plugged into a mating 3-prong
grounding-type wall receptacle, grounded
in accordance with the National Electrical
Code (ANSVNFPA 70 - latest edition) and
local codes and ordinances. If a mating wall
receptacle is not available, it is the responsi-
bility of the customer to have a properly
grounded 3-prong wall receptacle installed
by a qualified electrician.
Electrical requirements
A 115 volt (103.5 min., 126.5 max.), 60 Hz,
AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply
is required (time delay fuse or time delay
circuit breaker required). It is required that a
separate circuit, serving only this air condi-
tioner, be provided.
3-prong
grounding
Plug
3-prong
grounding
type wall
Poker
SUPPlY
cord
L receptacle
(single outlet)

Installing Your Air
Conditioner
Preparing for installation
Tools required
l Flat-head screwdriver
l Carpenter’s level Excessive Weight Hazard
l Tape measure Use 2 or more people to move and
l Electric or hand drill install air conditioner.
l %-inch drill bit Failure to do so can result in back
l Pencil or other injury.
. Awl
l Knife
Installation tips
1. Choose a proper size window.
l 15% inches minimum width
l 22 inches minimum height
l 36 inches maximum height
NOTE: The height measurement must be
of an unobstructed opening above the
mounting platform. In some cases, due to
a variety of stop and track arrangements,
the above dimensions may vary slightly.
2. Choose the proper window location.
Choose a window that will allow the
cooled air to flow freely and directly into
the room(s) you want to cool. Remember,
it is difficult to move air around corners.
Also, choose a window that is within
6 feet of an electrical outlet. (See ‘Electri-
cal requirements” on pages 5-7 for
receptacle and wiring needs.) Do not
use an extension cord.

Installing in a sliding window
NOTE: This air conditioner must be installed
according to all applicable codes and
ordinances.
1.
2.
3.
Choose the installation site. The window
frame and side of the structure must be
able to support at least 110 Ibs. of weight.
Remove one sliding sash from the
window frame.
Loosely attach the support angle to the
bottom of the support platform using two
‘/16” long machine screws, flat washers,
and nuts.
4. Place the support platform against the
lower window track and firmly against the
vertical edge of the window frame.
5. Attach the support platform to the window
stool using two self-tapping screws.
Tighten screws securely.
7/r6” long
- \
-upport
platform
N Support angle
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Support platform
Lower window
track
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6. Pull the support angle against the outside
of the structure. Tighten two 36” long
machine screws on top of the support
platform.
7. Adjust the leveling bolt to position the
support angle in a level plane. This will
allow for proper angle. Tighten the
leveling bolt locknut. The air conditioner
must be tilted back slightly to facilitate
proper condensate disposal.
NOTES: Be sure the window track is
securely attached to the building con-
struction. Use longer screws into the
subframing if necessary.
Do not drill a hole in the bottom pan.
The air conditioner is designed to operate
with approximately W’ of water in the
bottom pan.
8. Cut two pieces of adhesive back foam
seal equal to the height of the window
opening. Remove backing and apply to
the vertical inside edges of the window
frame and sliding sash that will rest
against the air conditioner.
9. Replace the sliding sash in the
window frame.
ne screws
window track
Top retainer Filler panel
Foam seal
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Channel