Caring for Your Air
Conditioner
Proper maintenance of your air conditioner will help ensure longer life and lower operating costs. This section will tell you how to clean your air conditioner and perform annual maintenance. You can always call your authorized Whirlpool service dealer for an annual checkup.
l Cleaning the front panel and air filter
Explosion Hazard
Unplug power cord from outlet before cleaning air conditioner.
Use only nonflammable cleaners.
Failure to follow these instructions can result In death, explosion, fire, or electrical shock.
1. Remove the front panel from air condi- | Tabs |
tioner for cleaning. Press down at top |
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edge of front panel to release it from |
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the cabinet. |
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2.Pull the top of the front panel toward you.
3.Lift up and away from the bottom spring clips.
4.Remove filter from the front panel by removing the elastic band which holds it in place.
5.Clean filter by using a vacuum cleaner.
OR
If very dirty, wash filter with warm water and a mild detergent. Air dry thoroughly before replacing. Do not use a hot
air dryer.
6.Clean front panel using a soft cloth with warm water and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry.
7.Replace filter and hold it with elastic band.
8.Wipe control panel clean with a soft dry cloth.
9.Replace front panel. Locate bottom of panel on the spring clips. Press down on top edge of the front panel and push front toward air conditioner to secure upper tabs.
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