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UseAndCare
A Note to You ........................ 2
Alr 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 ...................... 9
Troubleshooting .................. 10
Requesting Assistance
or Service.. ........................... 11
Index.. ................................... 15
Warranty .............................. 16
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AIR CONDITIONERS

A Note to You
Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance.
Bacausa your life is getting busiir 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 inforrna-
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
page 4 for location of label). Dealer Name
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 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 symbofs 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 personal injury, burns, fire, and
electrical shock.
IMPORTANT SAFElY INSTRUCTIONS
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when
using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
l Read ail instructions before using
l FOR YOUR SAFETY*
the air conditiir. DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
*Complete the installation requirements OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
as described in the Installation Instruc- LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR
tbns. ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES
.Do not operate the air conditioner with CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR
the front panel removed. EXPLOSION.
l Never clean air condiiioner 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
will hokf 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 kd like. To help you find
information on specifii parts or features quickly, page references are included.
Control panel
(PP. 5,6)
Slide-out
air filter
(P. 5)
Adjustable air
direction cartridges
(P. 5)
Model and eerial number label
(behind front panel)

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
1. Set Exhaust Control to CLOSED for
maximum cooling performance. (See
“Using the exhaust vent control” on
paw 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 coding
FAN ONLY -to circulate room air without
cooling it
Electrical Shock Hazard
l Plug unit onfy into grounded electrical
outlet.
*Do not uw an extension cord.
l Do not operate unit with the front panel
removed.
Failure to follow the above precautions
couki result in electrical shock or per-
sonal injury.
3. Turn the Thermostat Controi to a mid
setting. You can adjust the air condi-
tioner’s cooling performance by turning
the Thermostat Control clc&wise for
more cooling or counterclockwise for less
cooling. You will need to experiment to
find the setting which suits you best.
IMPORTANT: lf you turn the air conditioner
off, or if the compressor tums off when you
lower the Thermostat Control, wait at feast
3 minutes before turning the air conditioner
back on. If you don’t waft, you may blow a
fuse or trip a circuit breaker.
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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 Vent Control to OPEN.
2. Set Fan Control to desired setting
(ENERGY SAVER or NORMAL FAN). If
no coding is desired, set Fan Control to
FAN ONLY.
3. Set Thermostat Control to desired setting.
To circulate room air:
1. Set Exhaust Vent Control to CLOSED.
2. Set Fan Control to desired setting
(ENERGY SAVER or NORMAL FAN). If
no coding 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.
Using the energy saver settings
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
Changing air direction
The air direction cartridges on both sides of
the unit control the direction of the cooled
air. The air direction cartridge rotates to
direct the air straight ahead or to the sides of
the unit. The buyers in each air direction
cartridge are operated by a tab. Use the tab
to direct the air up, down, or straight ahead.
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Caring for Your Air
Conditioner
Proper care of your air conditioner helps
ensure longer life of the unit and lower
operating costs. Follow these instructions
carefully. Electrkal Shock Hazard
l Unplug the power cord from the recep-
tacle before cleaning the unit.
l Do not use cleaning fluids, solvents,
abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents
on the air conditioner.
Failure to follow the above precautions
coub result in electriial shock, personal
injury, or product damage.
Cleaning the front panel
1. Disconnect power cord from receptacle.
2. Remove the front panel for cleaning.
Remove the two screws from the bottom
edge of the front panel.
3. Lii front panel up and toward you.
4. 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 fitter.
5. Clean front panel with warm water, mild
soap or detergent, and a soft cloth. Rinse
and dry thoroughly.
6. Wipe control panel clean with a soft, dry
cloth.
7. Replace the front panel.
8. 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.
Filter
Performing annual maintenance
Your air conditioner needs annual minte-
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 and fan motor.
The compressor and fan motor are sealed
and need no oiling. The expense of an annual
inspection is the fzowmets responsibility.
OR
Electrical Shock Hazard
l Unplug power cord from receptacle
before performing any maintenance.
Be sure no liquid gets into the motor,
electrical control box, or compressor
electrical terminals.
l Do not lift, push, or pull any white
beaded foam (expanded polystyrene)
park.
If you are familiar with electrical appliances,
you can do the inspection and maintenance
yourself. If you choose to do so, follow these
steps:
1. Disconnect power cord from receptacle.
2. Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning
the front panel” on page 7.)
3. Slide unit out of cabinet using the
handles on the base flange.
l Because your air conditioner weighs
from 110 to 200 pounds, it is recom-
mended that you have someone help
you when you remove or reinstall
your unit and that you both use proper
lifting techniques.
l Handle the air conditioner with care.
Watch out for the sharp metal fins on
the front and rear coils.
l Do not use the collected water for
drinking purposes. It is not sanitary.
Failure to follow the above precautions
could result in electrical shock, personal
injury, or product damage.
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4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Remove plastic film from motor and
electrical parts.
7. Replace unit in the cabinet.
6. Replace the front panel.
9. Plug in the power cord.
NOTE: It is a good idea to wait 24 hours
before starting the unit again. This allows
time for all areas to dry thoroughly. The
water from rainfall or from normal opera-
tion does not harm the components.
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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 fitter 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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Troubleshooting
Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers run into with their air
conditioners. Please read through this chart before calling for service. It couM save you the
cost of a service call.
PROBLEM
Air conditioner
won’t run
CHECK THE FOLLOWING
l Is the unit plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage?
l Has the time-delay fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
l Is the Fan Control set to OFF?
l Is the Thermostat Control set correctly?
l Has the local power failed?
Unit blows
fuses or trips
circuit breaker
l Are time-delay fuses being used?
l Is an extension cord being used? DO NOT use an extension
cord with this or any other appliance.
Unit turns on
l Are you waiting 3 minutes before trying to restart the unit?
l Is the air fitter clean?
and off
OR does not
cool the room
l Are the inside evaporator coils and the outside condenser
coils clean?
l Is there excessive moisture or heat in the room (open vessel
cookiig, showers, etc.)?
l Is the Fan Control set too low’?
l Is the Thermostat Control set too low?
Normal operating sounds
When your air condiiioner operates nor-
mally, you will hear sounds such as:
l PINGING or CLICKING as water droplets
hit the condenser. Water droplets help cool
the condenser.
l AIR MOVEMENT from the fan, especially
on QUICK COMFORT setting.
l CLICKS from the cooling cycle.
Sounds may also be caused by house
construction - such as vibration of the unit
due to wall construction or an unsteady
window mounting area.
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