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ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
Use & Care Guide
CLIMATISEUR DE PIÈCE
Guide d’utilisation et d’entretien
Model:
CWH12A CWH18A CWH24A
NOTE: Your model may differ from the one shown.
For questions about features, operation/performance, parts,
accessories or service call: 1-877-337-3639
Au Canada, pour assistance, installation ou service,
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TABLE OF CONTENTS AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY .........................................................3 Using the Remote Control..........................................................15 Changing Air Direction ...............................................................17 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................3 Exhaust Air Vent .........................................................................17 Tools and Parts .........................................
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AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY You 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: You can be killed or seriously injured if you don't immediat
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INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Parts supplied Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation. Check that all parts are included in parts package. Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed here. Tools Needed ■ Phillips screwdriver ■ Cordless drill and ¹⁄₈" or smaller bit ■ Level ■ Pencil ■ ¹⁄ ₄" wrench ■ Scissors ■ Tape measure Through-the-Wall Installation: In addition to the tools listed above, the following tools are needed for through-the
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Location Requirements IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Through-the-Wall Installation Check the location where air conditioner will be installed. Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything The wall opening measurements should be: necessary for correct installation. The location should provide: CWH12A ■ Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 cm) of where the ■ Width: 23" (58.4 cm) plus twice thickness of wood used to power cord exits th
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RESET RESET TEST TEST Electrical Requirements Recommended Grounding Method WARNING 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 instal
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2. Press RESET (on some devices, a green light will turn on). WARNING 3. Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button will trip, and on some devices, a green light will turn off). 4. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch, and on some devices, a green light will turn on). The power supply cord is ready for operation. NOTES: ■ The Reset button must be pushed in for proper operation. Electrical Shock Hazard WARNING ■ The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails t
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Window Installation-Prepare the Cabinet A 7. Pull on the handle to slide the air conditioner out of the CWH24A cabinet. Place the air conditioner on cardboard. B A A. Handle A. ¹⁄ ₄" screws B. Top channel NOTE: Do not lift, push, pull or remove any expanded polystyrene (foam) from inside the air conditioner. It is not packing material. A B Back view A. Curtain housing B. Curtain guides CWH12A ■ ■ Bottom view A. Curtain housing B. Curtain guides A B 2. Extend the right-hand curtain outward so
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Window Installation-Position Cabinet in window A Place Cabinet In Window NOTE: Windows come in a variety of different styles. Therefore, it may be necessary to modify or improve your particular installation. B C 1. Open window and mark center of window stool. A.Window Sash B.Seal B."L" Shaped Mounting Channel 4. Shift cabinet left or right as needed to line up center of cabinet on center line marked on stool. 5. Fasten cabinet to window stool with (2 )3/4" screws into holes(you may
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2. Assemble sill angle bracket to support brackets at Window Sash View the marked position as shown. Hand tighten, but allow for any changes later. A A B B C D F C G H I J " screw A. Window sash C. ³⁄ ₄ B. Hole in side curtain E A.½” Screws B.Washers G.Angle Brackets 5. Use ¹⁄₈" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the C.Lock Washers H.Washer shutter clamp and windowsill. D.1/5” Nuts I.Lock Washer 6. Insert one of the ³⁄ ₄" screws through the hole in the side J.1/4" Nut
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Through-the-Wall Cabinet Installation NOTES: NOTES: ■ Handle the air conditioner gently. ■ Dimension for depth depends on the wall thickness and the type of molding. ■ Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the ■ Do not block louvers in the air conditioner cabinet. opening during installation or removal. ■ Use 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker lumber for the wood frame. ■ The location where the power cord exits the air conditioner should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounde
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Complete Installation NOTE: Handle the air conditioner gently. 4. Reinstall the two screws that attach the cabinet to the base. 1. Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside of the 5. Push the front panel straight on and then lower it slightly to cabinet. lock it into place. 6. Reinstall the two screws to attach the front panel to the air conditioner cabinet. WARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner. Failure to do so can result in ba
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AIR CONDITIONER USE Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the ■ Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the Cool mode best possible results. when outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C). The inside evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not This section explains proper air conditioner operation. operate properly. IMPORTANT: NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will ■ If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least
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Fan Speed Temperature NOTE: The Fan Speed button will operate only when the Cool, ■ Press the plus TEMP button to raise the temperature. Each Fan or Heat (Heat/Cool models only) mode has been selected. time you press or hold the plus TEMP button, the temperature will go up 1°F (1°C) until it reaches 90°F (32°C). 1. Press FAN SPEED until you see the indicator light glow for the desired setting. NOTE: After 5 seconds, the display will show the current room temperature. 2. Choose High, Med, Lo
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9. After 5 seconds, Timer indicator light will remain on. Display To set the Timer to turn on the air conditioner, changing will show the current room temperature. the previous settings: 1. Turn on air conditioner. To clear Timer delay program: 2. Adjust the mode to Cool, Dry, Fan or Heat (Heat/Cool models NOTE: Air conditioner can be either on or off. only). 1. Press TIMER once after it has been programmed. Display will 3. For Cool or Heat (Heat/Cool models only) mode: show remaining time.
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SUPER Control Temperature Used for fast cooling. The air co nditioner automatically sets fan ■ Press the up arrow button to raise the temperature. Each time speed to High and temperature to 64°F (18°C). you press or hold the up arrow button, the temperature will go up 1°F (1°C) until it reaches 90°F (32°C). NOTE: Smart System control button does not operate when RapidCool control is selected. 1. Press SUPER control. The air conditioner automatically sets fan speed to High and temperature t
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4. For Fan mode, adjust fan speed to High, Med or Low. To clear Timer delay program: NOTE: Air conditioner can be either on or off. NOTE: In Fan mode, temperature cannot be set. 1. Press TIMER once after it has been programmed. Display will 5. For Smart System control, adjust fan speed to High, show remaining time. Med, Low or Auto. 2. While the display is showing the remaining time, press TIMER 6. For Dry mode and Smart System control, adjust again. Timer indicator light will turn off. tem
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AIR CONDITIONER CARE Your new air conditioner is designed to give you many years of dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care for your air conditioner properly. Call your local authorized dealer for an annual checkup. Remember the cost of this service call is your responsibility. 3. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If the air filter is very dirty, wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not Cleaning the Air Filter wash the air filter in the dishwasher
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Air conditioner blows fuses or trips circuit breakers Air conditioner cycles on and off too much or does not cool/heat room in cooling/heating mode ■ Too many appliances are being used on the same circuit. Unplug or relocate appliances that share the same circuit. ■ The air conditioner is not properly sized for your room. Check the cooling capabilities of your room air conditioner. ■ Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker of the wrong capacity Room air conditioners are not designed to cool mult
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■ The outside temperature is below 66°F (19°C). Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode when the Water drips from cabinet into your house outside temperature is below 66°F (19°C). ■ The air conditioner is not properly leveled. The air ■ The temperature of the room you are trying to cool is conditioner should slope slightly downward toward the extremely hot. Allow extra time for the air conditioner to cool outside. Level the air conditioner to provide a downward off a
