TROUBLESHOOTING
Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help.
Air conditioner will not operate |
| Air conditioner blows fuses or trips circuit breakers |
WARNING
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.
■The power supply cord is unplugged. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. See “Electrical Requirements.”
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■The power supply cord has tripped (Reset button has popped out). Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch and remain in) to resume operation.
■A household fuse has blown, or a circuit breaker has tripped. Replace the fuse, or reset the circuit breaker. If the problem continues, call an electrician. See “Electrical Requirements.”
■Depending on model, the Power button has not been pressed or the Fan Speed control is turned to Off. Press POWER button or turn the Fan Speed control to an active setting.
■The local power has failed. Wait for power to be restored.
■Too many appliances are being used on the same circuit. Unplug or relocate appliances that share the same circuit.
■An extension cord is being used. Do not use an extension cord with this or any other appliance.
■You are trying to restart the air conditioner too soon after turning the unit off. Wait at least 3 minutes after turning the unit off before trying to restart the air conditioner.
Air conditioner power supply cord trips (Reset button pops out)
■Disturbances in your electrical current can trip (Reset button will pop out) the power supply cord. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch and remain in) to resume operation.
■Electrical overloading, overheating, cord pinching or aging can trip (Reset button will pop out) the power supply cord. After correcting the problem, press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch and remain in) to resume operation.
NOTE: A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer and must not be repaired.
Air conditioner seems to run too much
■The current air conditioner replaced an older model. The use of more efficient components may cause the air conditioner to run longer than an older model, but the total energy consumption will be less. Newer air conditioners do not emit the “blast” of cold air you may be accustomed to from older units, but this is not an indication of lesser cooling capacity or efficiency. Refer to the efficiency rating (EER) and capacity rating (in BTU/hr.) marked on the air conditioner.
■The air conditioner is in a heavily occupied room, or heat- producing appliances are in use in the room. Use exhaust vent fans while cooking or bathing and try not to use heat- producing appliances during the hottest part of the day. A higher capacity air conditioner may be required, depending on the size of the room being cooled.
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