Whirlpool CAW21D2A1 manual Page 8, Figure

use those shown in Figure 22 and add wood frame thickness (use 1” lumber or heavier).

When determining finish frame thickness, be sure you do not cover side cabinet louvers. A 4” minimum clearance between side cabinet louvers and adjoining wall allows for proper airflow into air conditioner.

4 0 Construct finish frame. Apply creosote or something equal to the outside exposed surface.

5aInstall the finish frame in the wall opening. Square and level frame and nail it securely to the studs.

6l The front, escutcheon plate and knobs are packaged separately. This protects the plastic front from damage and makes the air condi- tioner easier to handle during installation.

70Slide unit out of cabinet. First, disconnect the green ground wire at the left-front corner of base of unit by removing retaining screw (save screw for reuse later). Now slide unit out of cabinet by pulling on handle at bottom. (See

Page 8, Figure 6.)

8l Insert exterior cabinet through wall opening. Leave %” minimum overhang into the room at top of cabinet, after allowing for trim. For proper outward water drainage, shim or reposition cabinet to provide the proper downward tilt to the outside (% bubble or 1”) and side-to-side leveling.

9aFill all spaces between cabinet and finish frame with insulation.

10l Drill holes in the cabinet and attach it securely to finish frame. Use ten #lO x 1” wood screws (four screws for each side and two screws for the top; not included). Do not overtighten screws or cabinet will distort and provide a poor air seal between cabinet and unit.

11l Insert air conditioner into cabinet. Do not push against sharp fins and plastic parts. Attach green ground wire to the left-front corner of

unit base by using retainer screw. (CAUTION:

KEEP WIRE CONNECTED WHENEVER

AIR CONDITIONER IS IN CABINET. IT IS THERE FOR YOUR ELECTRICAL SAFETY DURING OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE.)

12l Place escutcheon plate into position. Insert knobs through holes and press them onto shafts (see Figure 23).

13l Attach front panel. Place top in position first and push to engage clips. Then engage clips near bottom of sides. Clips go inside cabinet flange (see Figure 23).

14l Caulk all outside wall openings around cabinet.

15. If needed, install molding around room side of

cabinet. OPTIONAL: During high humidity, condensate may drip from the outside of your

air conditioner onto the ground below. If your air conditioner is installed where this is undesirable, you can direct the water to a more suitable spot by simply attaching a 5/8-inch inside-diameter, thin-walled hose to the drain spout at rear of cabinet (see Figure 24).

Figure 24

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