Whirlpool AR1000 User manual

BOOM AIR CONDITIONERS
UseAndCare
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 Control .................. 6
Changing air direction ......... 6
Caring for Your Air
Conditioner ............................. 7
Cleaning the front panel
and air filter ........................ 7
Performing annual
maintenance ....................... 6
Saving energy.. ................... 9
Troubleshooting ................... 10
Requesting Assistance
or Service.. ............................ 11
Index.. .................................... 15
Warranty ............................... 16
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Call our Consumer Assistance Center
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AIR CONDITIONERS
II MODELS: AR1000 AR1200
PART NO. 1156767 Rev. B
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A Note to You
Thank you for buying a COOLERATOR@ appliance.
Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, COOLERATOR 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
information 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
Dealer Address
your appliance and your dealer’s name,
Dealer Phone
address, and telephone number.
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.
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This symbol alerts you to such
dangers as flre, electrical shock,
burns, and personal injury. I
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.
l Never clean air conditioner parts with
. 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.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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 look like. To help you find infor-
mation on specific parts or features quickly, page references are included.
NOTE: The model you have purchased may have all or some of the parts and
features shown, and they may not match the illustration exactly. This manual covers
several models.
Air direction Air filter
louvers and tab (behind front
(P. 6)
panel)
I (P. 7)
Model and
serial
number
label
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Control
panel
(P. 5)
Removable
front panel
(P. 7)

Operating Your Air
Conditioner
In order to obtain the best possible results from your air conditioner, it is important that you
operate it properly. This section will tell you how to do just that.
Starting your air conditioner
Fire Hazard
Do not use an extension cord.
Doing so can result in death, fire, or
electrical shock.
NOTE: Make sure air conditioner System
Control is set to Unit Off before plugging in
the unit.
1. Set the Exhaust Control to Closed for
best cooling results.
2. Set the System Control to the
desired setting.
LO COOL ...........for sleeping comfort
MED COOL ..........for normal cooling
HI COOL ..........for maximum cooling
FAN ONLY ......for air circulation only
3. Turn the Thermostat Control to the mid
(number 6) setting. You can adjust the air
conditioner’s cooling performance by
resetting the Thermostat Control to a
higher number for maximum cooling.
Lower the thermostat for less cooling.
You will need to experiment to find the
setting which suits you best.
When lowering the Thermostat Control
setting, the compressor (motor) may
shut off.
NOTE: When the compressor is turned off
with either the system control or the thermo-
stat control, wait at least two minutes before
restarting the air conditioner or turning the
compressor back on.
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.
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Using the Exhaust Control
The Exhaust Control draws stale or smoky
air from the room or circulates existing
room air.
NOTE: Make sure the Exhaust Control is
returned to the Closed setting when cooling
or room air circulation is desired. Energy
efficiency is decreased when operating in
exhaust and cooling at the same time.
To exhaust room air:
1. Set Exhaust Control to Open.
2. If cooling is desired, set System Control
to desired Cool setting.
3. If cooling is not required, set System
Control to Fan Only.
To circulate room air:
1. Set Exhaust Control to Closed.
2. If cooling is desired, set System Control
to desired Cool setting.
3. If cooling is not required, set System
Control to Fan Only.
Changing air direction
The louvers, in the top grille area of the air Tab
conditioner, control the direction of the --
cooled air. Move the tabs, at the top of the
grille, in the direction you want the air to go
if=--
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(right, left, or straight ahead).
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Caring for Your Air
Conditioner
Proper maintenance of your air conditioner will help ensure longer life and lower operating
costs. This section will tell you how to clean your air conditioner and perform annual mainte-
nance. You can always call your authorized Whirlpool service dealer for an annual checkup.
Cleaning the front panel and air filter
Explosion Hazard
Unplug power cord from outlet before cleaning air
conditioner.
Use only nonflammable cleaners.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,
explosion, fire, or electrical shock.
1. Remove the front panel from air condi-
tioner for cleaning. Press down at top
edge of front panel to release it from
the cabinet.
Tabs
2. Pull the top of the front panel toward you.
3. Lift up and away from the bottom
spring clips.
4. Remove filter from the front panel by
removing the elastic band which holds it
in place.
5. Clean filter by using a vacuum cleaner.
OR
If very dirty, wash filter with warm water
and a mild detergent. Air dry thoroughly
before replacing. Do not use a hot
air dryer.
6. Clean front panel using a soft cloth with
warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse
and dry.
7. Replace filter and hold it with elastic band.
8. Wipe control panel clean with a soft
dry cloth.
9. Replace front panel. Locate bottom of
panel on the spring clips. Press down on
top edge of the front panel and push front
toward air conditioner to secure
upper tabs.

Performing annual maintenance
Your air conditioner needs annual mainte-
nance to help ensure steady, top performance
throughout the year.
Call the service company recommended
by your dealer to:
l Inspect and clean the coils and conden-
, sate water passages.
l Check fan.
The compressor and fan motor are sealed
and need no oiling. The expense of an
annual inspection is the customer’s
responsibility.
OR
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug power cord from outlet before
servicing.
If you are familiar with electrical appliances,
you can do the cleaning and maintenance
yourself. If you choose to do so, follow
these steps:
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. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove air conditioner from window.
3. Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, electrical shock,
or serious injury.
the front panel and air filter” on page 7.) 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.
4. Remove the side curtains. Slide curtains
out to their fullest width. From the back
side, remove the Phillips-head screws
which attach the curtains to the cabinet.
(See A in illustration.)
5. Remove the slotted, hex-head screws
holding the top channel. (See B in
illustration.)
6. Remove slotted, hex-head screws on
sides of cabinet. (See C in illustration.)

7. Holding the cabinet on both sides, care-
fully lift cabinet off base. Watch out for
the sharp metal fins on the front and
rear coils.
8. Wrap the motor, electrical control box,
and compressor terminal box in plastic
film to make sure no water or other
liquids get inside. Water or other liquids
could damage the insulation and cause
serious mechanical problems.
9. Clean and hose out the base, coils, and
condensate pans. Clean air conditioner
at least once a year or more often if the
condenser coils and pans collect dirt,
sand, leaves, insects, or algae. Also,
clean the air conditioner if you detect an
odor coming from it.
10. Remove plastic film from the motor and
electrical parts.
11. Replace air conditioner in cabinet.
12. Replace the front panel.
NOTE: It is a good idea to wait 24 hours
before starting the air conditioner again.
Doing so allows time for all areas to
dry thoroughly.
The water from rainfall or from normal
operation does not harm the motor or
electrical parts.
Saving energy
You can help save energy by following the
tips below.
l Improve your home’s insulation. Seal all
doors and windows. Close the fireplace flue.
l Close all blinds and drapes on sunny sides
of the house. Add window awnings.
l Keep the air filter clean.
l Do not block the airflow with drapes
or furniture.
l Ventilate the attic. High temperatures in
the attic add to the air conditioner’s
cooling load.
l Try not to use heat-producing appliances
during the hottest part of the day.
l Turn off lights and appliances when they
are not needed.
l Keep heat registers and cool-air
returns closed.
l Use exhaust venting fans when 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 could save you the
cost of a service call.
PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING
Air conditioner
won’t run Is the air conditioner plugged into a live circuit with proper voltage?
Has the time-delay fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped?
Is the System Control set to UNIT OFF?
Is the Thermostat Control set correctly?
Has the local power failed?
Air conditioner
blows fuses or
trips circuit
breaker
Are time-delay fuses being used?
Is an extension cord being used? Do not use an extension
cord with this or any other appliance.
Are you waiting two minutes before trying to restart the
air conditioner?
Air conditioner
turns on and off
OR
does not cool the
Is the air filter clean?
Are the inside evaporator coils and the outside condenser
coils clean?
room Is there excessive moisture or heat in the room (open container
cooking, showers, etc.)?
Is the System Control set too low?
Is the Thermostat Control set too low?
Normal operating sounds
When your air conditioner operates normally,
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
HI COOL setting.
l Clicks from the cooling cycle.
Sounds may also be caused by house
construction - such as vibration of the air
conditioner due to wall construction or an
unsteady window mounting area.
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