Frigidaire FFRS0833Q1 Installation Instructions
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1. For wood frame casement windows It may be necessary to put a wood stool strip under air conditioner for mounting purposes as shown FIG 2 INDOOR OUTDOOR FIG 2 amp WARNING Failure to adhere to the following precautions could result in personal injury and product damage e Because this unit weighs about 60 to 80 pounds it is recommended that you have someone help you when installing your new unit and that you both use proper lifting techniques Inspect the condition of the window where unit will be installed Be sure it will support the weight of the unit This appliance must be installed according to all applicable codes and ordinances Handle air conditioner with care AVOID sharp metal fins on front and rear coils Make sure your air conditioner does not fall during installation e Do not use water collected in the unit for drinking purposes It is not sanitary Tools Required e Flat head screwdriver e Carpenter s level e Fine tooth saw e Knife and scissors e Phillips head screwdriver e Tape measure e Electric or hand drill e Pencil amp NOTE e DO NOT USE ANY SCREWS OTHER THAN THOSE SPECIFIED IN THESE INSTRUCTIONS 2 Installation Instructions 1 Make sure you have all the necessary parts Installation kit contents FIG 3 No Hardware Qty No Hardware Qty 1 Platform 1 11 Screw 10 x 1 pan head 22. Equal distance from both sides Apply track seal to the outside Track seal edge of the bottom window jamb Screw Window jamb 9 64 diameter pilot hole FIG 22 FIG 23 FIG 24 28 Adjust the platform assembly so that the rear of the air conditioner will be 3 16 lower than the front tilted about 2 to 4 downward to the outside After proper installation condensate should not drain from the overflow drain hole during normal use correct the slope otherwise NOTE e A projection below the base of the air conditioner will require the rear of the platform to be 7 16 lower than the front to create the 3 16 slant from front to rear FIG 25 29 Securely attach a siding protection board to the side of the house where the platform assembly hit the house as shown FIG 26 The siding protection board should be long enough to span 2 wall studs Rear is at least oe ey FIG 27 7 16 lower than front Fasten siding A Poan oa to Measure e house siding distance and subtract 20 5 8 p FIG 26 30 Measure the height of the window opening from the top of the platform assembly as shown FIG 27 Subtract 20 5 8 Mark this measurement on the plastic window panel along the longer side 31 Clamp the plastic window panel between a board and a work table and cut along the cutting line with a fine tooth saw Remove any burrs with a file B Fasten the side channels to the
3. pivots in the feature e To avoid crank handle and window clearance problems the unit can be installed in a stationary sash section However the horizontal mullion and the 2 glass panels must be removed before installation 1 4 6mm HEX FLANGE NUT 24 Attach support brace to platform as shown FIG 21 Use the adjustment bolt and hex flange nut to complete the assembly Choose the slot and adjustment bolt hole location that will create a 45 degree angle between the platform and support brace Try the assembly in the window to determine if the platform will rest properly and allow the proper slope 3 16 lower on outside 6 Installation Instructions NOTE e If you are planning to use a siding protection board see Step 29 on the outside of your house hold the board in place when testing the assembly in the window 25 Drill a 9 64 diameter pilot hole in the window jamb an equal distance from each side of the jamb FIG 22 and 3 16 up from the window sill If the hole coincides with the window lever slot in the jamb bottom an additional hole will have to be drilled through the platform edge and the window jamb to miss this slot 26 Peel off the protective backing from the track seal and stick the seal to the window sill on the outside of the bottom jamb as shown FIG 23 Screw the platform assembly to the window jamb through the pilot hole you drilled in Step 25 Use a 8 x 3 4 self threading screw FIG 24
4. sides of the unit using three screws Item 17 per channel Make sure hook ends of channels face toward the back of unit Slide the plastic window panel into the panel frame with the smooth side to the room Slide the panel frame assembly into the side channels of the air conditioner cabinet Make sure the plastic window panel is firmly enclosed on all sides by the retainer grooves FIG 28 Plastic window panel 7 Installation Instructions amp Cut side channel seal into 2 equal lengths Remove the protective backing and apply it to the rear side of the cabinet side channels starting just below the panel frame assembly Pinch off excess length so the seal is even with the bottom of the cabinet side channel FIG 29 To remove front as shown FIG 30 1 Remove the two front retaining screws from the front frame 2 Press firmly on each side of the metal case close to the front approximately 2 3 of the way down 3 While pressing on the sides of the metal case gently pull the front out and lift up to release it from the case 4 Then release the electrical coupler plug NOTE DO NOT push or pull air direction louvers 36 Place the air conditioner in the window opening as shown FIG 31 It should sit on the platform assembly so that the window panel frame and the cabinet side channels are against the top and side window jambs Side channels should overlap side window jambs equally FIG 29 FIG 31 Apply side channel seal to si
5. 2 Support brace 1 12 Screw 8 x 3 4 pan head 6 3 Adjustment bolt 4 13 Screw 8 x 3 4 self threading 7 4 Hex flange nut 1 4 1 14 Window locking bracket 1 5 Track seal 1 15 Plastic window panel 1 6 Side channel seal 1 16 Side channel 2 7 Window sash seal 1 17 Screw 8 x 3 8 truss head 10 8 Safety bracket 4 18 Panel frame seal assembly 1 9 Screw 10 x 2 1 2 flat head 2 19 Support pr arket 1 10 Screw 10 x 1 3 4 flat head 2 20 pom DrACKEE 1 amp NOTE e Use scale below to measure length of your screws The scale will come in handy when separating screws for installation IDENTIFY SCREWS 13mm 25mm 44mm 63mm BY LENGTH 1 2 i 1 3 4 2 1 2 3 8 3 4 1 1 2 2 10mm 19mm 38mm 50mm B Choose a proper sized window as shown FIG 4 15 1 2 minimum width 16 1 4 maximum width for casement windows 21 1 2 minimum height with window panel retainer 20 5 16 minimum height window panel retainer removed 40 maximum height amp NOTE e Height measurement must be of a clear opening above mounting platform In some cases due to a variety of stop and track arrangements the above dimensions may vary slightly If necessary installation can be made by alternating window jambs See Alternate Window Jamb Applications e B Choose the proper window location Choose a window that allows the cooled air to flow freely and directly into room s you wish to co
6. 75 mm Part EA103W Meeting Electrical Requirements amp WARNING Electrical Shock and Personal Injury Hazard e Electrical ground is required on this appliance e DO NOT ground to a gas line If cold water pipe is interrupted by plastic non metallic gaskets or other insulating materials DO NOT use for grounding e Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly grounded e DO NOT modify power supply cord plug If it does not fit outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician e DO NOT have a fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit A fuse in the neutral or grounding circuit could result in an electrical shock DO NOT use an extension cord with this appliance Failure to follow these instructions could result in electrical shock serious injury or death OBSERVE ALL LOCAL GOVERNING CODES AND ORDINANCES DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES REMOVE THE POWER SUPPLY CORD GROUNDING PRONG amp NOTE e f codes permit and a separate grounding wire is used it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the grounding path is adequate and not interrupted by plastic non metallic gaskets or other insulating materials 2020213A1659 1 Installation Instructions Receptacle Wiring Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of 14 gauge Use copper wire only It is your responsibility to provide proper and adequate receptacle wiring installed
7. Installation Instructions READ BEFORE INSTALLING UNIT For Slider Casement Air Conditioners INSTALLATION WARNINGS AND CAUTION x Carefully read the installation manual before beginning Follow each step as shown Observe all local state and national electrical codes and by qualified licensed authorized personnel only x Pay attention to danger and safety notices To avoid risk of personal injury property damage or product damage due to the weight of this device and sharp edges that may be exposed Air conditioners covered in this manual pose an excessive weight hazard Two or more people are needed to move and install the unit Wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the unit AVOID the sharp metal fins of front and rear coils To prevent injury or strain use proper lifting and carrying techniques when moving unit Carefully inspect location where air conditioner will be installed Be sure it will support the weight of the unit overan extended period of time Handle air conditioner with care Make sure air conditioner does not fall during installation amp NOTE e These instructions describe installation in a typical wood framed window with a wood SLIDE BY sash or installation in a metal CASEMENT window Modification may be necessary when installing in windows made differently than those shown in these instructions A high window accessory kit is available for window heights up to 62 15
8. by a qualified electrician Electrical Requirements A 115 volt 103 5 minimum 126 5 maximum 60 Hertz AC only 15 ampere fused electrical supply is required A time delay fuse or time delay circuit breaker is also required A separate circuit serving this appliance only MUST be provided Electrical Connection 3 Prong Grounding Electrical grounding is required on this appliance Type Wall Receptacle Recommended grounding method SY For your personal safety this appliance must be grounded 3 Prong AN This air conditioner includes a power supply cord with a Grounding plug NS 3 prong grounding plug To minimize possible electrical shock hazard x cord must be plugged into a matching 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle x must be grounded in accordance with National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 latest version and all local codes and ordinances Grounding prong If a matching 3 prong grounding type wall receptacle is not available it is the responsibility of the consumer to have a properly grounded 3 prong wall receptacle installed by a qualified electrician Power Supply Cord 6 feet long FIG 1 j P wood strip Bottom Rail of Preparing for Installation mounted on air conditioner Installation Tips top of inner sill ie 7 It may be necessary to construct a frame using at least a7 Pa 1 thick wood with a 15 1 2 wide opening inner sill WS A For brick or cement building construction 7 outer sill a
9. de channels just below edge of panel frame Drill two 9 64 diameter pilot holes in the top window jamb in line with the partially plugged holes in the panel frame Secure the panel frame to the window jamb with two 8 32 x 3 4 self threading screws If additional holding is necessary two screws may be used on the sides of the panel frame as well 38 Drill two screw clearance holes in the cabinet side channels near bottom and two 9 64 diameter pilot holes in the side window jambs Secure the cabinet side channels to the window jambs with two 8 32 x 3 4 self threading screws When doing this be careful not to twist the side channel seals with the screws NOTE Inserting screws will prevent the air conditioner from being pushed into the room amp To replace the front first reconnect the coupler plugs make the exhaust control positioned through the front in the proper location Gently push the front into position on the cabinet It should click into place Then replace the retaining screws that holds the panel in place Do not push against or pull upon the front panel louvers
10. in window opening As shown FIG 17 it should sit on platform assembly so that window panel frame and cabinet side channels are against top and side window jambs FIG 15 Apply side channel seal to side channels just below edge of panel frame N Retainin Screw I gl i gl ew Slide inner window sash 4 firmly against cabinet Installation Instructions 19 Slide inner window sash firmly against side of the cabinet Make sure not to peel the seal strips from the window track and cabinet side channels If the panel frame does not fit snugly to the inner window sash secure the panel frame to the sash with 8 x 3 4 self threading screws Use the partially plugged holes in the panel frame Drill 1 8 pilot holes for the screws Hook the safety bracket over the base of the unit and fasten it to the front of the platform assembly FIG 18 Use a 8 32 x 3 4 self threading screw For Vinyl Clad windows use Item 20 refer to page 3 to fasten the unit to the platform NOTE The bracket prevents movement of the air conditioner either in or out after completing the installation Stuff the window sash seal between the vertical sash and the window glass as shown FIG 19 22 Use the window locking bracket to lock the inner window sash to the base of the outer window sash FIG 19 Use one 8 x 3 4 screw or 8 32 x 3 4 self threading screw Drill 1 8 pilot hole P To replace the front first
11. ine with inside platform tab pressed against inside edge of window track as shown FIG 8A FIG 8B Using the holes in the platform as a guide mark and drill two 9 64 diameter holes Drill holes in either track or stool For vinyl clad windows you need to install the support bracket on the window track before you install the platform Follow the instructions below to do that 1 Place the support bracket on the window sill as shown FIG 8C Using the holes in the support bracket as a guide mark and drill two 1 8 diameter holes 2 Follow Step 7 to applly the track seal on the room side of window track 3 After applly the track seal use two 3 8 screw item 17 to fixing the support bracket Make sure the support bracket is level form side to side Proceed to Step 9 after you finish fixing the support bracket Peel off protective backing from track seal Apply seal to room side of window track FIG 9 Center of seal strip should coincide with the line marked in Step 5 The two screw holes drilled in Step 6 should be directly above seal strip in the inner track B Securely attach a siding protection board to side of house FIG 10 NOTE Siding protection board should be long enough to span 2 wall studs FIG 6 Platform Assembly 1 4 6mm HEX FLANGE NUT 8 11 16 inches FIG 7 Center platform assembly on the line with platform tab pressed against window track Alternate screw location depending on the inner si
12. inside edge Clamp plastic window panel between a board and a work table and cut along cutting line with a fine tooth saw Remove any burrs with a file Fasten side channels to the sides of the air conditioner using 3 screws Item 17 per channel as shown FIG 13 Start with first screw at top of channel Make sure hook ends of channels face toward back of unit B Slide plastic window panel into panel frame as shown FIG 14 with the smooth side to the room Slide panel frame assembly into side channels of the AC cabinet Make sure plastic window panel is firmly enclosed on all sides by the retainer grooves FIG 12 Fastening Side Channels Plastic window panel 16 Cut side channel seal into 2 equal lengths Remove protective backing and apply it to the rear side of cabinet side channels starting just below panel frame assembly FIG 15 Pinch off excess length so seal is even with the bottom of the cabinet side channel To remove front as shown FIG 16 1 Remove the two front retaining screws from the front frame i Measure distance and subtract 20 5 8 2 Press firmly on each side of the metal case close to front approximately 2 3 of the way down 3 While pressing on the sides of the metal case gently pull the front out and lift up to release it from the case 4 Then release the electrical coupler plug NOTE DO NOT push or pull air direction louvers B Place air conditioner
13. ll depth Platform tab FIG 8B window seal window track FIG 10 i FIG 8C FIG 9 8 11 16 inches Apply track seal i to window side of track A A Inside wall of house Alternate the screw location depending on the height of the sill 4 Siding protection board Installation Instructions 9 Place platform assembly with platform tab against inside of window track and attach it to window jamb FIG 11A Use appropriate length FIG 11A __ N ower than inside A i a A N screws Items 9 11 in preparing For Installation Tice For Vinyl Clad windows place platform assembly with platform tab T against insidh edge of the support bracket and use two 3 8 screw item 17 Put platform to attache it to support bracket as shown FIG 11B tab against 10 Adjust platform assembly so that outside edge is 3 16 lower than inside of track inside edge as shown FIG 11A amp FIG B This ensures proper water drainage from the air conditioner Outside edge is 3 16 11 Level platform assembly from side to side Also make sure window track is level Use leveling shims as necessary to ensure unit is level from side to side FIG 11B Measure height of window opening from top of platform assembly as shown FIG 12 Subtract 20 5 8 Mark this measurement on plastic window panel along the longer side Outside edge is 3 16 lower than inside Put platform tab against
14. ol Remember it is difficult to move air around corners Also choose a window that is within 6 feet of an electrical outlet as shown FIG 5 See Meeting Electrical Requirements Receptacle wiring needs Do not use an extension cord FIG 3 3 9or 10 or 11 or 17 6 18 FIG 4 15 1 2 minimum width 21 1 2 minimum height 40 maximum 16 1 4 height maximum width casement windows FIG 5 a 6 feet power cord reach Installation Instructions Installing Unit in a Sliding Window 4 Attach support brace to platform as shown FIG 6 Use adjustment bolt and hex flange nut to complete assembly Choose slot and adjustment bolt hole locations that will create a 45 degree angle between platform and support brace Try assembly in the window to determine if platform will rest properly and allow proper slope 3 16 lower on out side amp NOTE e If you are planning to use a siding protection board see Step 8 on the outside of your house hold board in place when testing assembly in window B Measure and lightly mark a line 8 11 16 from window jamb amp NOTE e If any sash stop protrudes more than 1 from the side window jambs the 8 11 16 measurement must be increased accordingly FIG 7 Screen and storm window frames may also require adjustments to the measurement Ga Center platform assembly on the l
15. reconnect the coupler plugs make the exhaust control positioned through the front in the proper location Gently push the front into position on the cabinet It should click into place Then replace the retaining screws that holds the panel in place DO NOT push or pull the front panel louvers Insttall safety bracket i FIG 19 window sash seal safety bracket choose the correct safety bracket according to your Window window type locking bracket Alternate Window Jamb Applications To install in windows having no flanges or wood stops on the top and side jambs the channels and panel frame must fit against a matching flange or 1 16 max thick angle attached to the window jambs FIG 20A shows this angle installed FIG 20B amp FIG 20C show alternate treatments On the sash side of the opening the leading corner of the inner sash becomes the flange You can purchase the angle strip locally TRI or 3 4 x3 4 angle FIG 20A FIG 20B FIG 20C Add angle to wood stop Add wood as shown Add 16 or 18 gage angle Installing the Unit in a Casement Window A NOTE Platform Assembly FIG 21 e Open the window the maximum amount to allow for clearance of the cabinet The crank handle should be removed to allow the platform to be fastened to the jamb If the window cannot open far enough more than 15 1 2 for the cabinet to clear the window remove the window entirely by drilling out the rivets Bolts can serve as the
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