Whirlpool CA10WXP0 User manual

AIR CONDITIONER
Use & Care Guide
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DE AIRE
Manual de Uso y Cuidado
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY .........................................................3
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS................................................3
Tools and Parts ............................................................................3
Location Requirements................................................................4
Electrical Requirements ...............................................................4
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS..................................................5
Unpack the Air Conditioner..........................................................5
Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation........................................5
Position the Air Conditioner .........................................................6
Complete Installation ...................................................................7
AIR CONDITIONER USE................................................................8
Starting Your Air Conditioner - Digital Control ............................8
Starting Your Air Conditioner - Rotary Control..........................10
Changing Air Direction ...............................................................11
Normal Sounds ..........................................................................11
AIR CONDITIONER CARE...........................................................12
Cleaning the Air Filter.................................................................12
Cleaning the Front Panel............................................................12
Paint Damage Repair .................................................................12
Annual Maintenance...................................................................12
TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................................13
ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE.........................................................14
In the U.S.A. ...............................................................................14
Accessories................................................................................14
ÍNDICE
SEGURIDAD DEL ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE......................15
REQUISITOS DE INSTALACIÓN.................................................15
Herramientas y piezas................................................................15
Requisitos para la ubicación......................................................16
Requisitos eléctricos ..................................................................16
INSTRUCCIONES DE INSTALACIÓN.........................................17
Desempaque el acondicionador de aire....................................17
Prepare el acondicionador de aire para la instalación ..............17
Colocación del acondicionador de aire.....................................18
Complete la instalación..............................................................19
CÓMO USAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE.......................20
Cómo poner en marcha
su acondicionador de aire - Control digital ...............................20
Cómo poner en marcha
su acondicionador de aire - Control rotativo.............................23
Cómo cambiar la dirección del aire ...........................................24
Sonidos normales.......................................................................24
CÓMO CUIDAR SU ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE...................25
Limpieza del filtro de aire ...........................................................25
Limpieza del panel delantero .....................................................25
Reparación de la pintura dañada...............................................25
Mantenimiento anual..................................................................25
SOLUCIÓN DE PROBLEMAS......................................................25
AYUDA O SERVICIO TÉCNICO...................................................27
En los EE.UU. .............................................................................27
Accesorios..................................................................................27

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AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
Tools and Parts
Assemble the required tools and parts before starting installation.
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed
here.
Tools needed
Parts supplied
Check that all parts are included in parts package.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
immediately follow instructions.
You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't
follow instructions.
All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, tell you how to reduce the chance of injury, and tell you
what can happen if the instructions are not followed.
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all
safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or
“WARNING.” These words mean:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Unplug air conditioner before servicing.
Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
■Flat-blade and Phillips
screwdrivers
■Scissors
■Tape measure
■Drill and ³⁄₃₂ in. or smaller
bit
1. Window-lock bracket
2. #8 x
³⁄₈ in. pan-head screws (6)
3. #8 x
³⁄₄ in. round-head screws (5)
4. #10 x
³⁄₈ in. pan-head screws (3)
5. Side curtains (2)
6. Top channel
7. Foam seal
8. Side curtain frames (2)
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Location Requirements
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed.
Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have
everything necessary for correct installation.
The location should provide:
■Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 cm) of where
the power cord exits the air conditioner.
NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.
■Free movement of air to rooms to be cooled.
■A large enough opening for the air conditioner. Installation
parts are supplied for double-hung windows.
■Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air
conditioner weighs 56 lbs (25 kg) to 80 lbs (36 kg).
NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able
to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
Window installation
Window opening measurements:
■26 in. (66 cm) minimum to 38 in. (95.5 cm) maximum
opening width.
■16 in. (40.6 cm) minimum opening height.
Electrical Requirements
In the U.S. only: If codes permit and a separate ground wire is
used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine
that the ground path is adequate.
Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure air
conditioner is grounded.
A three-wire, single-phase, 60-Hz, AC-only, electrical supply is
required on a separate circuit. A 15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker is required. Copper wire (14 gauge) is required.
The fuse size must not exceed the circuit rating specified on the
model and serial number label. The model and serial number
label is located on the right-hand side of the cabinet.
Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart. Follow the
requirements for the type of plug on the power supply cord.
Recommended ground method
For your personal safety, this air conditioner must be grounded.
This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having
a grounded 3 prong plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the
cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet,
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a
mating outlet is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to
have a properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a qualified
electrical installer.
It is the customer's responsibility:
■To contact a qualified electrical installer.
■To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 -
latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269
1. Cabinet louvers
A. 26 in. (66 cm) minimum
B. 16 in. (40.6 cm) minimum
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Power supply cord
plug outlet Wiring requirements
■115 volt (103.5 min. -
126.5 max.)
■0-12 amperes
■15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
■14 gauge copper wiring
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
Do not use an extension cord.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not remove ground prong.

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Unpack the Air Conditioner
Remove packaging materials
■Remove and properly dispose of packaging materials.
Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning
on the air conditioner. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap
over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water
and dry.
■Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These
products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.
Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation
■Handle air conditioner with care.
■Be sure your air conditioner does not fall out of the opening
during installation or removal.
■The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner
should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded outlet.
1. Locate provided bags of screws.
2. Place the top channel on top of the air conditioner, lining up
the holes in top channel with the holes on top of air
conditioner.
3. Using 3 - #10 x ³⁄₈ in. pan-head screws, attach top channel to
air conditioner.
Install side curtains
NOTE: Attach curtains to unit before placing unit in window.
1. Insert curtain into curtain frame.
2. Push curtain in all the way.
3. Pull curtain toward open end of curtain frame.
4. Locate provided bag of 6 - #8 x ³⁄₈ in. pan-head screws.
5. Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain frame in top
and bottom curtain guides on air conditioner.
1. Top channel
2. #10 x
³⁄₈ in. pan-head screw
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
air conditioner.
WARNING
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
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6. Extend right-hand curtain outward so you may insert the first
screw through the middle hole of the curtain. Using a #8 x
³⁄₈ in. pan-head screw, screw curtain to middle hole in air
conditioner cabinet.
NOTE: This screw is required to correctly attach curtain (top
to bottom) to the air conditioner cabinet.
7. While the right-hand curtain is still extended, insert screws
into top and bottom slots of curtain. Using #8 x ³⁄₈ in. pan-
head screws, screw curtain to the top and bottom holes in air
conditioner cabinet.
8. Slide curtain housing into guides as far as it will go.
9. Repeat above steps for left-hand curtain.
Position the Air Conditioner
■Handle air conditioner with care.
■Be sure your air conditioner does not fall out of the opening
during installation or removal.
■The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner
should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded outlet.
■Do not block the louvers on the front panel.
■Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.
1. Center air conditioner in window. Check that feet on bottom
of air conditioner are behind and against back side of
windowsill. Lower window sash to hold cabinet in place.
2. Pull left-hand curtain frame out until it fits into the window
channel. Repeat with right-hand curtain frame.
Attach side curtains to window
1. Insert one of the #8 x ³⁄₄ in. round-head screws through left-
hand curtain frame and into the window channel to fasten the
curtain frame to the window.
2. Repeat for right-hand curtain frame.
Front view
1. #8 x ³⁄₈ in. pan-head screw
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1. Window sash
2. Feet on bottom of air conditioner
behind back side of windowsill
1. Hole for #8 x
³⁄₄ in. round-head screw
2. Side curtain
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
air conditioner.
WARNING
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.
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Top view
3. Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so
that water will run to the outside. If cabinet is not properly
positioned, reposition or shim cabinet to provide the proper
tilt.
4. Use a ³⁄₃₂ in. drill bit to drill starter holes through the holes in
the top channel into the window sash.
5. Attach top channel to the window with 2 - #8 x ³⁄₄ in. round-
head screws.
Complete Installation
1. Place window-lock bracket on top of lower window and
against upper window sash.
2. Use a ³⁄₃₂ in. drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in
the bracket into the window sash.
3. Attach window-lock bracket to window sash with #8 x ³⁄₄ in.
round-head screw to secure window in place.
4. Insert foam seal behind the top of the lower window sash and
against the glass of the upper window.
5. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
1. Side curtain against window channel
2. Window channel
3. #8 x
³⁄₄ in. round-head screw
1. #8 x
³⁄₄ in. round-head screws
3
1
2
1
1. Upper window sash
2. Window-lock bracket
1. Lower window sash
2. Foam seal
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2
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2
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock.
Do not use an extension cord.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not remove ground prong.

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AIR CONDITIONER USE
Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the
best possible results.
This section explains proper air conditioner operation.
IMPORTANT:
■If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes
before turning it back on. This prevents the air conditioner
from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker.
■Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode
when outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C). The inside
evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not
operate properly.
NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will
operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.
Starting Your Air Conditioner—
Digital Control
1. Remove clear protective film from control panel and front
panel badge.
2. Press POWER to turn on air conditioner.
NOTE: When air conditioner is turned on for the first time
after it is plugged in, it will display the default settings: Cool
mode, Turbo fan speed, 72°F (22°C). When it is turned on at
all other times, it will display the previous settings.
3. Select mode. See “Mode.”
4. Select fan speed. See “Fan Speed.”
5. Set temperature. See “Temperature.”
Mode
1. Press MODE until you see the indicator light come on for the
setting you desire.
2. Choose AUTO, COOL, FAN ONLY or POWER SAVER.
■Auto - Cools room while it automatically controls fan
speed. You cannot change fan speed, but you can adjust
temperature by pressing the plus or minus button.
■Cool - Cools room. You can select fan speed by pressing
Fan Speed. You can then adjust temperature by pressing
the plus or minus button.
■Fan Only - Only the fan runs. Display shows “FO”
(fan only).
NOTE: Fan runs on Turbo speed only.
■Power Saver - Fan runs only when cooling is needed. Fan
stops running when the room temperature matches the
Temperature control setting.
Because the fan does not circulate the room air
continuously, less energy is used, but the room air is not
circulated as often. Use Power Saver when you are
asleep or away from home.
Fan Speed
NOTE: The Fan Speed button will operate only when Cool or
Power Saver mode has been selected.
1. Press FAN SPEED until you see the indicator light come on
for the setting you desire.
2. Choose TURBO, HIGH or LOW.
Temperature
■Press the plus button to raise the temperature 1ºuntil it
reaches 86°F (30°C).
■Press the minus button to lower the temperature 1ºuntil it
reaches 64°F (18°C).
To change the temperature display from °F to °C:
1. Turn off the air conditioner.
2. While the air conditioner is off, press and hold down the
MODE and FAN SPEED buttons while pressing POWER to
turn the air conditioner on.
NOTE: Follow these same steps to change the temperature
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Timer delay
To set the Timer for a 1- to 24-hour delay until the air
conditioner turns off (the air conditioner must be On):
1. Press TIMER. Indicator light will flash.
2. Press the plus or minus button to adjust the delay time (1 to
24 hours).
3. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light will
remain on.
To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, keeping
previous settings:
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2. Press TIMER. Indicator light will flash.
3. Press the plus or minus button to change delay time (1 to
24 hours).
4. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light will
remain on.
To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, changing
the previous settings:
1. Turn air conditioner on.
2. Adjust MODE to Auto, Cool, Fan Only, or Power Saver.
3. Adjust FAN SPEED to Turbo, High or Low.
4. Adjust temperature between 64°F (18ºC) and 86°F (30ºC).
5. Wait 3 seconds before turning off air conditioner.
6. Press TIMER. Indicator light will flash.
7. Press the plus or minus button to change delay time (1 to
24 hours).
8. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light will
remain on.
To clear Timer delay program:
NOTE: Air conditioner can be either on or off.
Press and hold TIMER for 3 seconds. Indicator light will shut off.
To see the remaining time (in hours):
1. Press TIMER once after it has been programmed.
2. While the display is showing the remaining time, you can
press the plus or minus button to increase or decrease the
time.
To operate air conditioner with remote control
NOTE: Two AA batteries (not included) power the remote control.
Replace batteries after 6 months of use, or when the remote
control starts to lose power.
To turn the air conditioner on or off:
Press POWER ON/OFF.
To select the mode:
Press AUTO COOL, COOL, FAN ONLY, or POWER SAVER.
■Auto Cool - fan speed is adjusted automatically.
■Fan Only - fan speed is automatically set at Turbo.
■Cool or Power Saver - you can adjust the fan speed.
Cool
Auto Cool
Fan Only
Power Saver
Turbo
High
Low
FAN
SPEED
ON/OFF
POWER
Temp /Time
Timer
ON/OFF
POWER
Cool
Auto Cool
Fan Only
Power Saver

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To select the fan speed (in Cool or Power Saver
mode only):
Press TURBO, HIGH or LOW.
To raise the temperature:
Press the up arrow button to raise the temperature 1ºuntil it
reaches 86°F (30ºC).
To lower the temperature:
Press the down arrow button to lower the temperature 1ºuntil it
reaches 64°F(18ºC).
To set Timer for a 1- to 24-hour delay until air conditioner
turns off (the air conditioner must be On):
1. Press TIMER. Indicator light on air conditioner will flash.
2. Press the up arrow or down arrow button to change delay
time (1 to 24 hours).
3. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light on air
conditioner will remain on.
To set Timer to turn on air conditioner, keeping previous
settings:
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2. Press TIMER. Indicator light on air conditioner will flash.
3. Press the up arrow or down arrow button to change delay
time (1 to 24 hours).
4. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light on air
conditioner will remain on.
To set Timer to turn on air conditioner, changing the
previous settings:
1. Turn on air conditioner.
2. Adjust MODE to Auto, Cool, Fan Only, or Power Saver.
3. Adjust FAN SPEED to Turbo, High or Low.
4. Adjust temperature between 64°F (18ºC) and 86°F (30ºC).
5. Wait 3 seconds before turning off air conditioner.
6. Press TIMER. Indicator light on air conditioner will flash.
7. Press the up arrow or down arrow button to change delay
time (1 to 24 hours).
8. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light on air
conditioner will remain on.
Starting Your Air Conditioner —
Rotary Control
Model 1
Model 2
1. Remove clear protective film from front panel badge (on
some models).
2. Set exhaust control. See “Exhaust Control (on some
models).”
3. Select the fan speed. See “Fan Speed.”
4. Select temperature. See “Temperature.”
Exhaust Control (on some models)
Push the Exhaust control CLOSED for maximum continuous
cooling. Pull the Exhaust control OPEN to allow you to draw stale
or smoky air from the room.
■Open - pull to exhaust room air to the outside
■Closed - push to circulate room air
NOTE: The Exhaust control will function only when the Fan
Speed control is operating.
Turbo
High
Low
FAN
SPEED
Timer