Option 1—Wood, metal or plastic molding
When you are using wood, metal or plastic molding, the wood frame should line up with inside wall as shown.
A B C
D
A. Molding | C. Wood frame |
B. Inside wall | D. Louvers |
Option 2—Plastered wall with no molding
If the plastered wall is to be flush with the cabinet and no molding is used, the wood frame must be set ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) into the inside wall.
A B C
D
A. Plastered wall | C. Wood frame |
B. Inside wall | D. Louvers |
Install Wood Frame
1.Construct wood frame. See “Location Requirements” for dimensions.
2.Measure outside width and height of frame to determine wall opening dimensions.
3.Cut opening through the wall. Remove and save insulation.
NOTES:
■Dimension for depth depends on wall thickness and type of molding.
■Do not block louvers in air conditioner cabinet.
■Use 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker lumber for wood frame.
A 
B |
C |
A. Outside width
B. Outside height
C.Depth
4.Apply wood preservative to the outside exposed surface.
5.Insert the frame in the wall opening. Square and level frame.
6.Attach frame securely to the wall.
Install Cabinet into Wood Frame
1.Insert cabinet into the framed wall opening.
The top of the cabinet should extend ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) into the room. If there is trim, the cabinet should extend ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) past the trim.
B
A
A. ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) extending into room
B.Trim
2.Use a level to check that cabinet is level side to side.
A
A.Level
3.Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so that water will run to the outside. 1/2 bubble on carpenters level.
4.Reuse the insulation to seal opening between cabinet and frame.
5.Use existing holes and 6 - #10 x 1" wood screws (not provided) to attach cabinet to frame.
NOTE: Do not overtighten screws or cabinet will distort and provide a poor air seal between cabinet and air conditioner.
6.Caulk all outside wall openings around cabinet.
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