Whirlpool ACM062 User's Manual
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1. A Note to Yoou 008 Air Conditioner Safety 3 Parts and Features 4 Operating Your Air Conditioner c ee 5 Starting your air conditioner seeen 5 Changing air direction 6 Caring for Your Air Conditioner 0 0c 7 Cleaning the front panel 7 Cleaning the slide out air filt r czissdeceesessessSeccudacccess 8 Performing annual maintenance s es 8 Saving energy s e 10 Troubleshooting 11 Requesting Assistance or Service cece eee 1 800 253 1301 Call our Consumer Assistance Center with questions or comments AIR CONDITIONERS MODELS ACM052 ACM062 ACM072 PART NO 1167499 Rev A Ily 95 A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL appliance Because yout life is getting busier and more complicated WHIRLPOOL Air Conditioners are easy to use save time and help you manage your home better To ensure you enjoy years of trouble free operation we developed this Use and Care Guide It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely Please read it carefully Also please complete and mail the Ownership Registration Card provided with your appliance This card helps us notify you about any new information on your appliance Please record your model s information Whenever you call to request service on Model Number your appli2. Caring for Your Air Conditioner Proper maintenance of your air conditioner will help ensure longer life and lower operating costs This section will tell you how to clean your air conditioner and perform annual mainte nance You can always call your authorized Whirlpool service dealer for an annual checkup Cleaning the front panel AWARNING Explosion Hazard Unplug power cord from outlet before cleaning air conditioner Use only nonflammable cleaners Failure to follow these instructions can result in death explosion fire or electrical shock 1 Unplug the power cord 2 Remove the front panel from unit for cleaning Press down at top of front panel to release it from the top of the cabinet 3 Pull top of front panel toward you Tabs 4 Lift front panel up and away from the bottom spring clips 5 Remove the slide out air filter and clean separately See Cleaning the slide out air filter on page 8 NOTE The front panel does not have to be removed to clean filter 6 Clean front panel with warm water mild soap or detergent and a soft cloth Rinse and dry thoroughly 7 Wipe control panel clean with a soft dry cloth 8 Replace the front panel Locate bottom of panel on the spring clips Press down on top edge of front panel and push it toward the unit to secure the upper tabs 9 Replace slide out air filter 10 Plug in the power cord ARING FOR YOUR AIR CONDITIONER Cleaning the sl
3. FSP is a registered trademark of Whirlpool Corporation for quality parts Look for this symbol of quality whenever you need a replacement part for your WHIRLPOOL appliance FSP replacement parts will fit right and work right because they are made to the same exacting specifications used to build every new WHIRLPOOL appliance To locate FSP replacement parts in your area refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 1 4 If you are not satisfied with how the problem was solved e Contact the Major Appliance Consumer Action Program MACAP MACAP is a group of independent consumer experts that voices consumer views at the highest levels of the major appliance industry e Contaci MACAP only when the dealer authorized servicer and Whirlpool have failed to resolve your problem Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 e MACAP will in turn inform us of your action Please provide a detailed description of the problem your appliance s complete model and serial numbers and the purchase date See page 2 This information will help us re spond properly to your request Index This index is alphabetical Look for the word or phrase you are interested in then look for the page number TOPIC PAGE AIRFLOW Directing eres xcs Sia paieosisdeaan steven pate vesce weendcosseecs 6 CLEANING Air TUG so ierni 8 FONE ANG a cccctcecstnd 25
4. Failure to do so can result in back or other injury CARING FOR YOUR AIR CONDITIONER NOTE Do not lift push or pull any white beaded foam expanded polystyrene parts 1 Unplug the power cord 2 Remove the front panel See Cleaning the front panel on page 7 3 Remove the unit from the window 4 Remove the side curtains Slide curtains out to their fullest width From the back side remove the phillips head screws which attach the curtains to the cabinet See A in illustration 5 Remove the slotted hex head screws holding the top channel See B in illustration 6 Remove slotted hex head screws on sides of cabinet See C in illustration 7 Holding the cabinet on both sides carefully lift cabinet off base Watch out for the sharp metal fins on the front and rear Coils 8 Wrap the motor electrical control box and compressor terminal box in plastic film to make sure no water or other liquids get 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 air conditioner at least once a year or more often if the condenser coils and pans collect dirt sand leaves insects or algae Also clean the air conditioner if you detect an odor coming from it Do not use the collected water for drinking purposes It is not sanitary 10 Remove plastic film from the motor and electrical parts 11
5. Replace unit in cabinet Reattach the top channel and side curtains Tighten all screws 12 Reinstall air conditioner 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 air conditioner again Doing so allows time for all areas to dry thoroughly The water from rainfall or from normal operation does not harm the motor or electrical parts 9 CARING FOR YOUR AIR CONDITIONER Saving energy You can help save energy by following the tips below e Improve your home s insulation Seal all doors and windows Close the fireplace flue e Close all blinds and drapes on sunny sides of the house Add window awnings Keep the air filter clean e Do not block the airflow with drapes or furniture e Ventilate the attic High temperatures in the attic add to the air conditioner s cooling load e Try not to use heat producing appliances during the hottest part of the day e Turn off lights and appliances when they are not needed e Keep heat registers and cool air returns closed e Use exhaust venting fans when cooking doing laundry or bathing Troubleshooting Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers run into with their air conditioners Please read through this chart before calling for service It could save you the cost of a service call PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Air conditioner Is the air conditioner
6. cseceeiteemeatinanes 7 ENERGY SAVING eats eds ete E A 10 FEATURES PARTS sicisassscesetncvesvacedevestcenes 4 MAINTENANCE Annual performing ccccccceesseeeeeees 8 9 OPERATING AIR CONDITIONER 5 PARTS FEATUREG cssssssesesssovsssanserens 4 SAFETY aeae e aea Ea 3 SERVICE PAINS onien aeara aaraa 12 Regq stiNg a i riscurecnnisisiciria 12 TROUBLESHOOTING ccsecesseeseeees 11 WARRANTY cisco cece and ce sme cece asteeuts 16 15 WHIRLPOOL Room Air Conditioner Warranty FULL ONE YEAR FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct WARRANTY defects in materials or workmanship From Date of Purchase FULL FIVE YEAR WARRANTY From Date of Purchase FSP replacement parts and repair labor to correct defects in materials or workmanship in the sealed refrigeration system These parts are 1 Compressor 4 Drier strainer 2 Evaporator 5 Connecting tubing 3 Condenser WHIRLPOOL WILL NOT PAY FOR A Service calls to 1 Correct the installation of your air conditioner 2 Instruct you in how to use your air conditioner 3 Replace house fuses or correct house wiring 4 Clean or replace the air filter B Pickup and delivery Your air conditioner is designed to be repaired in the home C Damage to your air conditioner caused by accident misuse fire flood acts of God or use of products not approved by Whirlpool D The removal and reinstallation of your air con
7. PPLIANCE THE FUMES CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR EXPLOSION SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Help us help you Please e Install your air conditioner in a window that will hold the weight and secure the air conditioner according to the Installation Instructions e Connect the air conditioner to the proper kind of outlet with the correct electrical supply and grounding See the Installation Instructions e Make sure the air conditioner is the correct size for the area you want to cool e Use the air conditioner only to do what a window air conditioner is designed to do e Make sure the air conditioner is not used by anyone unable to operate it properly e Maintain the air conditioner properly Also remove the Energy Label Use a damp cloth to take off any glue residue DO NOT use sharp instruments flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners These can damage the material d Features ioned lustrationg Of your appliance Use them to become familiar all part eatures are located an what they look like To help you find infor Catures Quickly Page references are included Air direction Slide out Ouvers and tab air filter P 6 P 8 Model ang Contro Removable number ne iabej front Pane P 5 p 7 Operating Your Air Conditioner In order to obtain the best possible results from your air conditioner it is important that you operate it properly This section will tell you how to do just that Starting
8. ance you need to know your complete model number and serial number You can find this information on the model Purchase Date and serial number label see diagram on Dealer Name page 4 for location of label Please also record the purchase date of your appliance and your dealer s name Dealer Phone address and telephone number Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference Serial Number Dealer Address Air Conditioner Safety Your safety is important to us This guide contains statements under warning symbols Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given Here is a brief explana tion of the use of the warning symbol AWARNING This symbol alerts you to such dan gers as fire electrical shock burns and personal injury IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING To reduce the risk of fire electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner follow these basic precautions e Read all instructions before using the air conditioner e Complete the installation requirements as described in the Installation Instructions e Do not operate the air conditioner with the front panel removed e Never clean air conditioner parts with flammable fluids The fumes can create an explosion or fire hazard e FOR YOUR SAFETY DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER A
9. ditioner if it is installed in an overhead or other inaccessible location or not installed in accordance with published installation instructions E Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance Service under the full warranties must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE QUENTIAL DAMAGES Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state Outside the United States a different warranty may apply For details please contact your authorized Whirlpool dealer If you need service first see the Troubleshooting section of this book After checking Troubleshooting additional help can be found by checking the Requesting Assistance or Service section or by calling our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number 1 800 253 1301 from anywhere in the U S A PART NO 1167499 Rev A 11 95 1995 Whirlpool Corporation Registered Trademark of Whirlpool U S A Printed in U S A
10. ide out air filter The filter is cleanable A clean filter helps remove dust lint and other particles from the air Check every two weeks to see it filter needs cleaning 1 Remove filter by sliding it up and out of the top of the front panel 2 Clean filter using a vacuum cleaner OR If very dirty wash filter with warm water and mild detergent Air dry thoroughly before replacing 3 Replace filter by sliding it back down into opening at top of front panel Fliter Performing annual maintenance Your air conditioner needs annual mainte nance to help ensure steady top performance throughout the year Call the service company recommended by your dealer to e Inspect and clean the coils and conden sate water passages Check fan The compressor and fan motor are sealed and need no oiling Expense of annual inspection is the customer s responsibility OR If you are familiar with electrical appliances you can do the cleaning and maintenance yourself If you choose to do so follow the steps on page 9 AWARNING y Electrical Shock Hazard Unplug power cord from outlet before servicing Be sure no liquid gets into the motor electrical control box or compressor terminals Failure to follow these instructions can result in death electrical shock or serious injury AWARNING Excessive Weight Hazard Use 2 or more people to move and install air conditioner
11. ll need help follow the instructions below 1 If you need assistance Call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center telephone number N Dial toll free from anywhere N in the U S A h a 1 800 253 1301 and talk with one of our trained consultants The consultant can instruct you in how to obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance or if service is necessary recommend a qualified service company in your area If you prefer write to Mr William Clark Consumer Assistance Representative Whirlpool Corporation 2000 North M 63 Benton Harbor MI 49022 2692 Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence 2 If you need service Whirlpool has a nationwide network of authorized Whirlpool service companies Whirlpool service techniciaris are trained to fulfill the product warranty and provide after warranty service anywhere in the United States To locate the authorized Whirlpool service company in your area call our Consumer Assistance Center telephone number see Step 1 or look in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under APPLIANCE HOUSEHOLD MAJOR SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co e WASHING MACHINES amp DRYERS SERVICE amp REPAIR See Whirlpool Appliances or Authorized Whirlpool Service Example XYZ Service Co When asking for help or service 3 If you need FSP replacement parts
12. plugged into a live circuit with won t run proper voltage Has the time delay fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped Is the Fan Control set to OFF Is the Thermostat Control set correctly Has the local power failed Air conditioner Are time delay fuses being used blows fuses or trips circuit breaker Is an extension cord being used Do not use an extension cord with this or any other appliance Are you waiting three minutes before trying to restart the air conditioner Air conditioner Is the air filter clean u a an on andion Are the inside evaporator coils and the outside condenser i does not cool the coils clean room Is there excessive moisture or heat in the room open container cooking showers etc Is the Fan Control set too low ls the Thermostat Control set too low Normal operating sounds When your air conditioner operates normally you will hear sounds such as e Pinging or clicking as water droplets hit the condenser Water droplets help cool the condenser e Air movement from the fan especially on HIGH COOL setting e Clicks from the cooling cycle Sounds may also be caused by house construction such as vibration of the air conditioner due to wall construction or an unsteady window mounting area Requesting Assistance or Service Before calling for assistance or service please check Troubleshooting on page 11 It may save you the cost of a service call If you sti
13. your air conditioner AWARNING Dh VT AWARNING Fire Hazard Do not use an extension cord Doing so can result in death fire or electrical shock Electrical Shock Hazard Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet Do not remove ground prong Failure to follow these instructions can result in death or electrical shock 1 Set Fan Control to the desired setting LOW COOL for sleeping comfort MEDIUM COOL for normal cooling HIGH COOL for maximum cooling FAN ONLY for circulating room air when no cooling is desired 2 Turn the Thermostat Control to the desired setting You can adjust the air conditioner s cooling performance by turning the Thermostat Control clockwise for more cooling or counterclockwise for less cooling You will need to experiment to find the setting which suits you best NOTE If you turn your air conditioner off or if the compressor turns off when lowering the Thermostat Control wait at least 3 minutes before turning it back on Doing this keeps the air conditioner from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker z COUSUMEN ASJA TANCE CENTER 4BD 2SN 189 5 Y OPERATI YOUR AIR CONDITIONER l Changing air direction The louvers in the top grille area of the air conditioner control the direction of the cooled air Move the tab at the top left of the louvered area in the direction you want the air to go right left or straight ahead
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