q Caring for Your Air Conditioner

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 front panel

1.Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power.

2.Remove the air filter and clean it separately. (See “Cleaning the air filter,” below).

3.Remove the screw from top of the front panel. Press down on top of the front panel and tilt forward. Lift panel up and away from the cabinet.

4.Clean front panel with warm water and mild soap or detergent. Use a soft cloth. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

5.Wipe control panel with a soft, dry cloth.

6.Set bottom of panel on cabinet spring clips. Push panel down and forward into cabinet. Replace screw.

7.Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power.

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 and operating efficiency. Check the filter every 2 weeks to see if it needs cleaning. Do not operate the air conditioner without the filter in place.

1.Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power.

2.Slide the air filter up and out the top of the front panel.

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

4.Slide the air filter back down into opening in the top of the front panel.

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 page 26.

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Whirlpool 1172397 Caring for Your Air Conditioner, Cleaning the front panel, Cleaning the air filter

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