Note: The life of your unit may be greatly reduced if you live in a salt air or other corrosive type environment. Under these conditions, the unit should be removed from its case and completely cleaned at least once a year. At that time any scratches or blisters on the painted surfaces should be sanded and repainted. Placing an algaecide tablet in the outdoor side of the unit’s basepan is suggested in humid areas where algae formation is common.
Front Grille and Filter Removal
The front contains an air filter that can be removed on left or right side of front. To clean the filter use one of the following methods for filter removal:
METHOD ONE
Grasp filter handle and slide filter out of unit.
1.Remove two side Phillips screws attaching case to chassis basepan.
2.Remove two control knobs.
3.Remove two side Phillips screws attaching front panel to case.
Reinstall air filter by reversing removal procedure.
Front Grille and Cabinet Cleaning
Grille and cabinet may be cleaned with warm water and mild soap or detergent. Cleaning and polishing compounds are not recommended, as they may damage plastic surfaces.
Air Filter Cleaning
A dirty air filter reduces operating efficiency of unit. Filter should be inspected at least once every week during opera- tion. Clean filter with vacuum cleaner or wash in warm water and mild detergent. Filter should be thoroughly dried before replacing in unit. Do not operate unit without filter in place.
Fan Motor Care
The fan motor is permanently lubricated for long life. There is no need to oil the motor.
Slide-out Chassis Removal from Outer Case
4. If the unit has a screw holding the basepan clip to the chassis, remove the screw.
CAUTION
To reduce the risk of personal injury be sure to have sufficient help when moving your unit. A room air conditioner can weigh between 70 and 240 pounds.
5.Using basepan handle, pull chassis straight out, slowly and evenly, until approximately
CHASSIS | BASEPAN | PLASTIC |
CLIP | FRONT |
NOTE: Basepan clip is shipped in plastic bag with mounting screw and condensate drain cup. Install clip after reinserting chassis into outer case to prevent accidental chassis removal.
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