4.Slide curtains out to their fullest width. From the back side, remove the Phillips- head screws (A) holding the curtains to the cabinet.
5.Remove the slotted
(B)holding the top channel.
6.Remove the slotted
(C)on the sides of the cabinet.
7.Holding both sides of the cabinet, carefully lift the cabinet off the base. Watch out for the sharp metal fins on the front and rear coils.
8.Wrap the motor, electrical control box, and the compressor terminal box in plastic film to make sure no water or other liquid gets inside. Water or other liquids could damage the insulation and cause serious mechanical problems.
9.Clean and hose out the base, coils, and condensate pans. Clean at leas? once a year, or more often if the condenser coils and pans collect dir?, sand, leaves, insects, or algae. Also, clean if you detect an odor coming from the air con- ditioner. Do not use the water collected in the air conditioner for drinking pur- poses. It is not sanitary.
10.Remove plastic film from motor and electrical parts.
11.Replace unit in the cabinet. Reattach top channel and side curtains.
12.Reinstall unit in the window.
13.Replace the front panel.
14.Plug in the power cord.
NOTE: It is a good idea to wait 24 hours before starting the unit again. This allows time for all areas to dry thoroughly. The water from rainfall or from normal operation does not harm the components.
Saving energy
l Improve your home’s insulation. Seal all doors and windows. Close the fireplace flue.
l Close blinds or drapes on the sunny side of the house. Add window awnings.
lKeep the air filter clean.
l Do not block the airflow from the air conditioner with drapes or furniture.
l Ventilate the attic. High temperatures in the attic add to the cooling load.
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Try not to use
Turn lights and appliances off when not needed.
Keep heat registers and
Use exhaust venting fans while cooking, doing laundry, or bathing.
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