Whirlpool ACM062, ACM072 warranty Unplug the power cord

NOTE: Do not lift, push, or pull any white beaded foam (expanded polystyrene) parts.

1.Unplug the power cord.

2.Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning the front panel” on page 7.)

3.Remove the unit from the window.

4.Remove the side curtains. Slide curtains out to their fullest width. From the back side, remove the Phillips-head screws which attach the curtains to the cabinet. (See A in illustration.)

5.Remove the slotted, hex-head screws holding the top channel. (See B

in illustration.)

6.Remove slotted, hex-head screws on sides of cabinet. (See C in illustration.)

7.Holding the cabinet on both sides, carefully lift cabinet off base. Watch out for the sharp metal fins on the front and rear coils.

6.Wrap the motor, electrical control box, and compressor terminal box in plastic film to make sure no water or other liquids get inside. Water or other liquids could damage the insulation and cause serious mechanical problems.

9.Clean and hose out the base, coils, and condensate pans. Clean air conditioner at least once a year or more often if the condenser coils and pans collect dirt, sand, leaves, insects, or algae. Also, clean the air conditioner if you detect an odor coming from it. Do not use the collected water for drinking purposes. It is not sanitary.

10.Remove plastic film from the motor and electrical parts.

11.Replace unit in cabinet. Reattach the top channel and side curtains. Tighten all screws.

12.Reinstall air conditioner in the window.

13.Replace the front panel.

14.Plug in the power cord.

NOTE: It is a good idea to wait 24 hours before starting the air conditioner again. Doing so allows time for all areas to dry thoroughly.

The water from rainfall or from normal operation does not harm the motor or electrical parts.