AIR Conditioner Care

Thermostat

Turn the THERMOSTAT control to a mid-setting. Adjust the air conditioner’s performance by turning the Thermostat control clockwise for maximum cooling. For less cooling, turn the THERMOSTAT control counterclockwise. Experiment to find the setting that suits you best.

For heating, turn the THERMOSTAT control counterclockwise. The electric strip heater is activated when the Fan control is set to a heat setting.

NOTE: Your air conditioner is not designed to be used as a primary heat source. It is intended for supplemental heating only.

Changing Air Direction

Use the tabs to direct the air right or left (on some models). Rotate the whole cartridge to direct air up, down or straight ahead.

A. Tabs

Normal Sounds

When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may hear sounds such as:

■Droplets of water hitting the condenser, causing a pinging or clicking sound. The water droplets help cool the condenser.

■Air movement from the fan.

■Clicks from the thermostat cycle.

■Vibrations or noise due to poor wall or window construction.

■A high-pitched hum or pulsating noise caused by the modern high-efficiency compressor cycling on and off.

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.

Cleaning the Air Filter

The air filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important for best cooling or heating and operating efficiency. Check the filter every 2 weeks to see whether it needs cleaning.

NOTE: Do not operate the air conditioner without the filter in place.

1.Turn off air conditioner.

2.Using the indents in top of filter door, pull door down. Filter door is not removable.

3.Slide air filter up and out to remove from the filter door.

A.Indents

B.Filter

4.Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If air filter is very dirty, wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not wash air filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum efficiency.

5.Slide air filter down into the filter door. Close filter door.

Cleaning the Front Panel

1.Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power.

2.Remove the air filter and clean it separately. See “Cleaning the Air Filter.”

3.Wipe the front panel with a soft, damp cloth.

4.Air dry front panel completely.

5.Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power.

Repairing Paint Damage

Check once or twice a year for paint damage. This is very important, especially in areas near oceans or where rust is a problem. If needed, touch up with a good grade enamel paint.

NOTE: To reduce paint damage during the winter, install a heavy- duty cover over air conditioner cabinet. For information on ordering a heavy-duty cover, see “Accessories.”

Annual Maintenance

Your air conditioner needs annual maintenance to help ensure steady, top performance throughout the year. Call your local authorized dealer to schedule an annual checkup. The expense of an annual inspection is your responsibility.