Whirlpool TA07002F0 manual Cleaning the front panel, Cleaning the air filter, Air filter tips

Cleaning Instructions

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It is necessary to clean your air filter and front panel properly for top performance and cleaner air.

Cleaning the front panel

1.Unplug the power cord.

2.Remove the front panel from the cabinet for easy clean- ing. Press down on the top of the front panel and tilt forward. Lift the front panel up and away from the bottom spring clips. See Figure 11.

3.Remove the air filter and clean it separately if needed. (See “Cleaningthe air filter” below.)

NOTE: On some models with a slide-out air filter, you can remove the air filter without removing the front panel.

4.Using a soft cloth, clean the front panel with warm water and a mild soap or detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the control panel with a soft, dry cloth.

5.Replace the front panel. Set the bottom of the panel on the cabinet spring clips. Push down and forward into the cabinet to secure upper tabs.

6.Plug in the power cord.

Cleaning the air filter

Your air conditioner’s air filter is removable for easy clean- ing. A clean filter helps remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important for best cooling and operating efficiencv. Check the filter everv 2 weeks to see if it needs cleaning: Do not operate the ai; conditioner without the filter in place.

For models with built-in filters (see figure 12):

1.Unplug the power cord.

2.Remove the front panel from the cabinet. (See “Cleaning the front panel” above.)

3.Remove the elastic band holding the air filter in place. Then remove the air filter.

4.Wash the air filter with warm water and mild detergent. Do not wash the air filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry thoroughly before replacing to ensure maximum efficiency.

5.Replace the filter, elastic band, and front panel.

6.Plug in the power cord.

For models with slide-out filters (see figure 13):

4.Slide out the air filter up and out the top of the front panel.

2.Clean the filter using a vacuum cleaner attachment or wash it in warm water and a mild detergent. Do not wash the air filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry thoroughly before replacing to ensure maximum efficiency.

3.Slide the air filter back down in the opening in the top of the front panel.

Air filter tips

lYour air filter should be replaced once a year.

lFor information on ordering a new filter, see page 11.

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