Caring for Your Air Conditioner

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 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.

Grasp tabs on either side of filter door and pull door

 

 

forward.

 

3.

Pull out air filter from behind grille.

 

4.

Wash air filter in warm 104°F (40°C) water. Do not wash air

 

 

filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air

 

 

dry filter completely before replacing to ensure

 

 

maximum efficiency.

 

5.

Replace air filter behind filter door.

tabs

6.Close filter door.

7.Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power.

Cleaning the air conditioner

1.Unplug air conditioner or disconnect power.

2.Wipe front panel and cabinet with warm water and mild soap or detergent. Use a soft cloth.

3.Rinse control panel and dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

4.You may use a liquid wax for appliances to polish cabinet.

5.Plug in air conditioner or reconnect power.

To ensure continued high efficiency, check condenser coils (outside of air conditioner) periodically and clean them if they are clogged with soot or dirt.

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 8.

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