Whirlpool CA10WXP0 manual Location Requirements, Electrical Requirements, Window installation

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Location Requirements

Location Requirements

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed. Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything necessary for correct installation.

The location should provide:

Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 cm) of where the power cord exits the air conditioner.

NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.

Free movement of air to rooms to be cooled.

A large enough opening for the air conditioner. Installation parts are supplied for double-hung windows.

Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air conditioner weighs 56 lbs (25 kg) to 80 lbs (36 kg).

NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.

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1. Cabinet louvers

Window installation

Window opening measurements:

26 in. (66 cm) minimum to 38 in. (95.5 cm) maximum opening width.

16 in. (40.6 cm) minimum opening height.

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B

A. 26 in. (66 cm) minimum

B. 16 in. (40.6 cm) minimum

Electrical Requirements

Window installationWARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong.

Do not use an adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

In the U.S. only: If codes permit and a separate ground wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the ground path is adequate.

Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure air conditioner is grounded.

Athree-wire, single-phase, 60-Hz, AC-only, electrical supply is required on a separate circuit. A 15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is required. Copper wire (14 gauge) is required.

The fuse size must not exceed the circuit rating specified on the model and serial number label. The model and serial number label is located on the right-hand side of the cabinet.

Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart. Follow the requirements for the type of plug on the power supply cord.

Power supply cord

Wiring requirements

plug outlet

 

 

115 volt (103.5 min. -

 

126.5 max.)

 

0-12 amperes

 

15-amp time-delay fuse or

 

circuit breaker

 

14 gauge copper wiring

Recommended ground method

For your personal safety, this air conditioner must be grounded. This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having a grounded 3 prong plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to have a properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a qualified electrical installer.

It is the customer's responsibility:

To contact a qualified electrical installer.

To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 - latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.

Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:

National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park

Quincy, Massachusetts 02269

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Whirlpool CA10WXP0 manual Location Requirements, Electrical Requirements, Window installation, Electrical Shock Hazard