Whirlpool BHAC1000XS0 User manual

AIRCONDITIONERS
I Use&CareGuide
1159849 Rev. B

Contents
Page
Important Safety Instructions ......................... 2
Operating Instructions.. ................................... 3
Starting your air conditioner ........................... 3
The exhaust control ........................................ 4
Changing air direction .................................... 4
Cleaning Your Air Conditioner.. ...................... 5
Cleaning front panel and filter ........................ 5
Caring For Your Air Conditioner.. ................... 6
Annual maintenance.. ..................................... 6
Energy saving tips .......................................... 8
Troubleshooting ............................................... 9
Requesting Assistance or Service ............... 10
Warranty.. ........................................................
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Thank you for buying this appliance. Please
complete and mail the Owner Registration
Card provided with this product. Then com-
plete the form below. Have this information ready
if you need service or call with a question.
l Copy model and serial numbers from label
(see diagram below) and purchase date from
sales slip.
l Keep this book and sales slip together in a
handy place.
Model Number
Serial Number
Purchase Date
Service Company Phone Number
Model and serial
number label
mportantSafety
nstructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electrlcal shock,
or personal injury when using your air
conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
l Read all instructions before using alr
conditioner.
l 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
flammable fluids. The fumes can create a
fire hazard or explosion.
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.
It is your responsibility to be sure your air
conditioner:
l Is installed in a window that will hold the
weight, and is secured according to the
Installation Instructions.
l Is connected only to the proper kind of outlet,
with the correct electrical supply and
grounding. (See Installation Instructions.)
l Is the correct size for the area you want
to cool.
l Is used only to do what window air condition-
ers are designed to do.
l Is not used by anyone unable to operate
it properly.
l Is properly maintained.
Also, remove Energy Label and Buy Guide.
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.
- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS -
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OperatingInstructions
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded three prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death or electrical shock.
Startingyourair 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.
2. Set System Control to the desired setting.
LO COOL ............................. for sleeping comfort
MED COOL .............................. for normal cooling
HI COOL ............................ for maximum cooling
FAN ONLY ....................... for circulating room air
when no cooling is desired
3. Turn the Thermostat Control to number
6 (mid-setting). You can adjust the air con-
ditioner’s cooling performance by resetting the
Thermostat Control to a higher number for
maximum cooling. Lower the number setting
for less cooling. You will need to experiment to
find the setting which suits you best.
NOTE: If you turn your air conditioner off or if the
compressor turns off when lowering the Thermo-
stat Control, wait at least 2 - 3 minutes before
turning it back on or you may blow a fuse or trip
a circuit breaker.

Operating Instructions
Continued
Theexhaustcontrol
The Exhaust Control setting draws stale or
smoky air from the room.
1. To exhaust room air:
l Set Exhaust Control to OPEN.
l If no cooling is desired, use FAN ONLY setting.
l For cooling, set System Control to desired
COOL setting.
Tab
2. To circulate room air:
l Set Exhaust Control to CLOSED.
l If no cooling is desired, use FAN ONLY setting.
l For cooling, set System Control to desired
COOL setting.
NOTE: For maximum performance, the Exhaust
Control must be in the CLOSED position when
cooling or room air circulation is desired.
Changingair direction
The louvers, in the top grille area of the air
conditioner, control the direction of the cooled air.
Move the tab, at the top of the louvered area, in
the direction you want the air to go (right, left, or
straight ahead).

CleaningYourAirConditioner
Proper use and care of your air conditioner will
help ensure longer life of the unit and lower
operating costs. Follow these instructions
carefully. Call your authorized servicing dealer for
an annual checkup.
Tabs
Cleaningfront panelandfilter
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.
I. Unplug power cord.
2. Remove the front panel from unit for clean-
ing. Press down at top of front panel to
release it from top of cabinet. Watch out for
the sharp metal fins on the coils.
3. Pull top of front panel toward you.
4. Lift up and away from bottom spring clips.
5. Remove filter from front panel by removing
elastic band which holds it in place.
6. 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 on filter.
7. Clean front panel using a soft cloth with
warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse
and dry.
8. Replace filter and hold it in place with
elastic band.
9. Wipe control panel clean with a soft, dry cloth.
10. Replace front panel. Locate bottom of panel
on the spring clips. Press down on top edge
of front panel and push front toward unit to
secure upper tabs.
11. Reconnect power supply.
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CaringForYourAirConditioner
Annualmaintenance
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug power cord from outlet before
servicing.
Be sure no liquid gets into the motor,
electrical control box, or compressor
terminals.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, electrical shock,
or serious injury.
Use two or more people to move and
Failure to do so can result in back or
Your air conditioner needs annual maintenance
to help ensure steady, top performance through-
out the year.
Call the service company 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 customer’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 the steps on
page 7.

NOTE: Do not lift, push, or pull any white beaded
foam (expanded polystyrene) parts.
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Unplug power cord.
Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning front
panel and filter” on page 5.)
Remove unit from window. Watch out for the
sharp metal fins on the front and rear coils.
Remove side curtains. Slide curtains out to
fullest width. From the back side, remove the
Phillips-head screws which attach the
curtains to the cabinet. (See A in illustration
at left.)
Remove slotted-hex head screws holding top
channel. (See B in illustration at left.)
Remove slotted-hex head screws on sides of
cabinet. (See C in illustration at left.)
Holding the cabinet on both sides, carefully
lift cabinet off unit base. Watch out for the
sharp metal fins on the front and rear
condenser coils.
Wrap the motor, electrical control box, and
compressor terminal box in plastic film to
make sure no water or other liquid gets
inside. Water or other liquids could damage
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 cabinet. Reattach top
channel and side curtains.
Reinstall unit in window.
Replace front panel.
Plug in 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 operation does not harm these
components.

Caring For Your Air Conditioner
Continued
Energysavingtips
l Improve home insulation. Seal doors and
windows. Close fireplace flue.
l Close blinds or drapes on sunny side of house.
Add window awnings.
l Keep air filter clean.
l Do not block airflow with drapes or furniture.
l Ventilate attic. High temperatures in the attic
add to the cooling load.
l Try not to use heat-producing appliances during
the hottest par-t 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, and bathing.
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Troubleshooting
Before you call for service ...
If you are having an operating problem, check
the chart to see what the cause might be before
you call for assistance.
PROBLEM CHECK IF WHAT TO DO
Unit won’t run. l Power cord is plugged into a live
circuit with proper voltage.
l Firmly plug power cord into
electrical outlet. Check circuit
voltage at fuse/circuit breaker box.
l Fuse has blown or circuit breaker has
l Replace fuse with a time-delay
tripped. Also, check if a time-delay fuse of the correct capacity. Reset
fuse has been used. circuit breaker.
l System Control is set to OFF.
l Set System Control to another
setting.
l Local power has failed.
l Wait for power to be restored.
Unit blows fuses or
l Time-delay fuse being used is of
l Replace fuse with a time-delay
trips circuit breaker. correct capacity. fuse of the correct capacity.
l An extension cord is being used.
l Do not use an extension cord with
this or any other appliance.
l Cooling circuit was turned off and on
l Wait at least 2 - 3 minutes after
again quickly. turning cooling circuit off before
trying to restart unit.
Unit turns on and
l Filter is dirty. l Clean filter. (See page 5.)
off, or does not cool
l Inside evaporator coils and
l Clean coils. (See page 6.)
room. outside condenser coils are dirty.
l There is excessive heat or moisture
l Use exhaust fans to reduce room
in room. heat, or set Exhaust Control to
CLOSED to reduce moisture.
l Fan speed is too low.
l Set System Control to a higher
setting.
l Thermostat setting is too low.
l Set Thermostat Control to a higher
number.
Normal operating sounds ...
When your room air conditioner is operating
normally, you will hear sounds such as:
l Droplets of water hitting the condenser, causing
a “pinging” or “clicking” sound. Water droplets
help to cool the condenser.
l Air movement from the fan, especially on high
fan speed setting.
l Clicks from the cooling cycle.
Sounds also may be caused by house construc-
tion - such as vibration of the unit due to wall
construction or unsteady window mounting area.

RequestingAssistanceorService
Forservicein the U.S.
1. If you need assistance* ...
Call our Consumer Assistance Center
telephone number. Dial toll free from any-
where in the U.S.A.:
1-800-253-l 301
and talk with one of our trained consultants. The
consultant can instruct you in how to obtain
satisfactory operation from your appliance or, if
service is necessary, recommend a qualified
service company in your area.
2. If you need service’ ...
We have a nationwide network of authorized
service companies. Our service technicians are
trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide
after-warranty service, anywhere in the United
States. To locate the authorized service company
in your area, call our Consumer Assistance
Center telephone number (see Step 1) or look in
your telephone directory Yellow Pages under:
APPLIANCES - HOUSEHOLD -
MAJOR-SERVICE h REPAIR
3. If you need replacement parts’ ...
To locate replacement parts in your area, refer to
Step 2 above or call our Consumer Assistance
Center number in Step 1.
4. If you are not satisfied with how the
problem was solved* ...
l Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action
Program (MACAP). MACAP is a group of
independent consumer experts that voices
consumer views at the highest levels of the
major appliance industry.
l Contact MACAP only when the dealer and
authorized servicer have failed to resolve your
problem.
Major Appliance Consumer Action Program
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
l MACAP will in turn inform us of your action.
l When requesting assistance, please provide:
model number, serial number, date of pur-
chase, and a complete description of the
problem. This information is needed to better
respond to your request.
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