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DanbyProductsLimited,fiuelph, Ontar!oCanada N1H6Z9

DanbyProducls inc. Findlay,OhioUSA 45840

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Introduction................................................................ 2

Unff Specfflcations............................................................ 2

Electrical Specifications ...................................................... 3

Energy-Saving Tips ................................................................. 4

Window Installation ........................................................... 4

Operating Instructions ......................................................... 10

Care and Maintenance ....................................................... 11

TroubleShooling Guide ........................................................ t2

Warranty ................................................................... 13

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Thank you for choosing a Danby Room Air Conditioner to coo[your home. This Use and Care Manual

provides information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new Room Air Conditioner. If

properly maintained, your atrconditioner will give you many years of troubtefree operation. Toavoid

installation difficulties, read these Instructions completeIy before lnstalllng/operating your unit.

NOTE: This unitis NOT designed for through-fhe-wall installation.

For easy reference, you may want to attach a copy of your sa]es receipt to this page. Note following

information provided (on the manufacturer's nameplafe tocafed on fhe fight side of the unit above the power

cord)° This information will be needed when you contact a Customer Service Representative.

Mode[ Number:

Serial Number:

Date of Purchase:

Dealer's Name and Address:

Refer to the troubleshooting section of thls Use and Care Manual if the unit is not operating correctly.

If these suggestions do not solve the problem, contact an authorized service representative or

call Danby TOLL FREE: 1-800-26- Danl)y

Keep these instructions for future reference.

This symbol denotes a caution or warning

Do not leave aroom air conditioner unattended in

aspace where people or animals who cannot

react to a feiied unitare located° A failed unit can

cause extreme overheating or death in such an

enclosed, unattended space,

Model No,

tlnit Speotficaflcations

volta,qs

CoolingCapacity (etu!h}

in utWatla s _

EnergyEfficiencyRa_.tng(EEl=I)

Fan/Co0!ingSpeeds

Coolin,qArea Covera,qs(SqJt.}

oIse Level (dB)

DACS020

115V160Hz

5,'100

470

10.7

3/3

150

Unit Dimensions Width

Depth

H_!_ht

17.75"

17"

"t2.7"

Window Kit Dimensions

Shlpplng Weight

Maximum Width

Minimum Width

Minimum

38"

21,5"

14.5"

65 fb

NOTE.* Specifications are subject 1ochange without notice for lurlher ImpmvemenL

1, Atlwiring must comply with local and national

electrical codes and must be tnsf_lledby a

qualified electr{cian.. If you have any questions

regard{ngthe following instructions,contact a

qualtlied electrician.

2. Check availablepower supply and resolve any

wiring problems BEFORE installing and

operatJng Ihis unit.

3. This 115V air conditioner uses 12.0 or iess

nameplate amps and may be used in any

propertywired, general purposehousehold

receptacle. SeeTable I for specifications for

individual branch cir_Uitr.

4. For your salely and protection, this unit is

grounded through the power cord plug when

plugged tnto intoa matching wall outlet, ff

you are not sure whether your wall outlet Is

properly grounded, please consult a

qualified electrician.

5o The wall outlet (3-pin) must match the plug (3-

pln) on the service cord supplied wilh the unit.

DO NOT use plug adapters, See Table 2 for

recep_cle and fuse information_Ifit is necessary

lo use an extension cord to connect your air

condiUoner, use an approved "air conditioner"

extension cord only. (available at most local

hardware stores)

6. The rating plate on the unil contains elec_ical

and other technical data. The rating plate

islocated on the right side of the unit, above the

power cord_

Table 1: SuggestedIndividual gran_h Circuit

Nameplate Amps AWG Wire Size"

5.0 to 12 14

AWG- American WireGags

"Based oncopperwireat 60 °C temperatureratingo

Table 2: Recepteote and Fu.seTypes

Rated Volts 125

Amps 15

WallOutlet

FuseSize 15

Time Delay Fuse Plug Type

(or circuitbreaker}

Your Room Air Conditioner is designed to be

highly efficient in energy savings, Followthese

recommendations for greater efficiency.

!. SeIecl Ihermoetat setting that suite your

comfort needs and leave thermostat at that

chosen setting.

2. The flfteris very efficient in removing airborne

particles. Keep air filter ctean. Normally, filter

should be cteaned every 2:weeks., More

frequent cleaning may be necessary depending

on outdoorand indoorair quality.,

3. Use drapes, curtains, or shades to keep

direct sunlight from heating room, hut DO NOT

obstruct"theair conditioner, Allow air to circulate

around the unit withoutobstruction.

4. Start your air conditionerbefore outdoor air

becomes hot and uncomfortable. This avoids an

initial period of discomfort while unit is cooling

off the room.

5 When outdoor temperatures are cookenough,

use HIGH, MED, or LOW FAN only (depending

on your model). This circulates indoor air,

providing some cooling comfort, and utilizes

less electricity than when operating on a

coolingsetting..

iniury, disconnect powerto theunit

before Installing or servicing.

Tools Needed for Window lnslallatlon

Screw Drivers: Both PhllIIps and flat head

Power Drlfl: 1/8 inchdiameter drill bit

Pencil

Measuring Tape

Scissors

Carpenters Level

AdjustabYe Wrench

To avoid Installation/operation difficulties,

read these inslructlons thoroughly.

Your Room Air Condtlioner Is designed foreasy

installation in a single or double-hungwindow,r

NOTE: This unit is NOT designed forvertical {slider

type) windows and/or through-the-wall

appllcalione..NOTE: Save the shipping carton and

packing materials for future storage ortransport of

the unit. Remove from carton, the plastic bag

containing the }nstellation hardware kit necessary for

the installation ofyour air condit[oneroPtease check

the contents of hardware kit agaist the

corresponding model check list, prior to installation

of the unit

See Fig. I

(_ RatWashers{8) ,_hutter Brackets(2)

3/4"Screws(8) SideCurtainRH(1)

(._ 1f4"Screws(22) I SldeCurtalnLH(1) 1

B_torn Ch_nnet (1)

_'_'_ FoamSeal

Moo. Io t.,ot,.gL.g,(=>

Brackets(2)

Becausethecompressorislocated on the

controlsside of the unit (righl side), thts side witl

be heavier and more awkward to manipulate.

inadequate support on conlro] side of the unit

can resutt in personal injury and damage to your

unit and property. Therefore, it is recommended

to have someone assist you during the

installation ofIbis unlL

Your unitis designed to evaporate condensation

under normal conditions. However, under

extreme humidity conditions, excess condensation

may cause basepan is ovediow to the outside.

The Unit should be installed where condensation

run-off cannot drip on pedestrians or neighboring

properties°

A drain lube connection (excluding hose) is provided

to redirectcondensation overflow° See Fig, 25°

Select the Best Location

A. This room air conditioner isdesigned to Fiteasily

in_oa single or doubie hung window.However,

since window designs vary, Itmay be necessary

to make some modifications for safe, proper

installation.

B_ Make sure window and frame are structurally

sound and free from dry and rotted wood.

C. For maximum efficiency, instaII the air conditioner

on a side of a house or building whtchfavors

more shade than sunlighL g the unit isin direct

sunlight; it is advisable to provide an awning over

the uniL

D. Provide sulfictent clearance around the cabinet to

affowfor ample air circulation throughthe unit.

Sea Fig, 2. The rear of the unit should be

outdoors and not in a garage nor Inslde a

building° Keep unlt as far away as posstble from

obstacles/obstructions and at least 30" above the

floor or ground. Curtains and otheT objects within

aroom should be prevented from b}ocking the air

llow.

E. Be certain the proper electrical ouFiet iswithin

reach of the Installation. Use only a single

oufiet circuit rated at 15 amps. NI wiringshould

be in accordance with local and national

electrical codes,

FoDO NOT USE "REGULAR" EXTENSION CORDS

WITH THIS UNIT. If itts necessary to use an

extension cord to connect your air conditioner,

use an approved "air conditioner" extension cord

only. (available at most focal hardware stores)

G. DO NOT instatlunit where leakage of combustible

gas is suspected. Your air conditionermay fail to

operate in air containing oi}s (including machine

oils), sulfide gas, near hot springs, etc...

1. Preparation to Remove the

Air Conditioner Slide-Out Chassis

• Positionthe air conc_tioner in the normal(upright)

position.

• Remove the air filter by grasping the fiiter handle

(on front grill) and sliding it to the right

•Remove the phillips screw (behind filter)securing

the grill frontto the chassis, (F_g,2)

°Remove the phillips screws located on the (lower ,z.

left/right) edge of front grill,.(Fig.,1)

Toremove the front gdll, grasp the {ewer front

corner of the grill,pulling (genlly) outward and

upward, (Fig3)

Repeat thts step on the 3 remaining cerners.

•Remove the two phillips screws (lower leWright --z-

side of cabinet)securingthe slide-out-chassis

to the cebineto (Flg.5)

NOTE:These screws must be reinstalled

upon completion of the window Installation.

{to secure slide-out-chassis)

• Grasp lhe pult handle at the frontof the

sl[de-out-chassls and carefully slide the air

conditioner out of the cabinet. (Flgo4)

Please seek assistance forth_sprocedure,

Fig, 1

GRILL FRONT_;REW

Rg. 2 Fig. 3

Fig.4

Fig. 5

2. Assembly of the Upper & Lower

Channels, to Cabinet.

"L" Shaped Top Channel; Installthe "L"

shaped channel tothe top ofthe cabinet as

shown in Fig. 8using four (4) 1/4" screws°

"U" Shaped Bottom Channel: install the "U"

shaped channel to the bottom of the cabinet as

shown in Fig, 8 using four (,1)I14" screws.

NOTE; Some models may already have the

bottom channel factory installed,

2a. Assembly of the Side Curtains to

Cabinet.

Slide the shutters inlo the lop end bottom

channels as shown in Fig. 9.The shutlers are

identified(on frame) as left& right. Attach the

shulters to the cab}netusing four 1/4" screws on

each s}de.

3. Installation of Mounting Brackets and

First Sealing Strip

SPECIAL NOTE: Window applications come tn

a variety of different styles, Therefore, It may

be necessary to modify or improvise your

particularfnstalfatlon,

3a, Assemble the leveeingscrew bracket to the

bracketassembty as shown in Rg,_0, using

four 1/4" screws provlded_ Inslal] the leveling

screws intoeach of the leveling screw

brackets.. (this will require the use of an

adjustable wrench)

3b_ Measure the inside window sill length and find

the center as shown In Fig. 11. From this ltne,

measure 8-118" on each side and mark these

points, Align the V-slot in each bracketon these

marks end mount tothe sillusing four 3/4"

screws provided. Brackets shoufd be

perpendicular to the inside window sill,wilh step

in bracket tight against the sill.. See Figs12.

3CoAdjust the leveling screws untilthe brackets lilt

no more than 3/16" downward tothe outside,

Do net atlowthe brackets to slant inwardas

condensation could possiblyddp on interior

walls and Iloors. See Fig. I2

3do Cut the 1st foam sealing strip to fit the

underside of the bottom window sash. Remove

the peel-off backing on the foam end attach it Io

the sash° See Fig. t3_

1/4' Screw

"L" Shaped

Channel

Channels

"U" Shaped

Chztnne!

Fig, 8

ShutterFrame

Fig,9

LeveJlng S_ew Stacker Flg, 10

Instde Window Si]l "3J16" Maxtmumj.

Bmck_lAssembly Fig,12

4. Instsl|ation of the Cabinet

ModelsDAC5020

4a, Place the air conditioner cabinet into the window

wiih the "U' shaped mounting channel (on top)

positionedin front of the upper w+ndowsash,

The "U" shaped channel on lhe bottom ofthe

cabinet should be positionedIn the "recessed"

portionofthe Irack located at the front ofthe

window bracket assemblies, Pull the window

down untli It restsjust behind the front flange of

the (top)"L" shaped mounting channel. See

Fig_14+

4b. Align one hole in the bottom of the cabinet

withone hole inthe bracket assembly.

Secure 1hecabinet tothe bracket using a

t/4" screw provided. Repeat the same

procedure on theopposite side of the

cabinet. See Fig. 15

4c. Check to make sure that the cabinet is slanted

slightlydownward on the outside, If necessary,

re.adjust the levelling screws _nthe support

brackets.

4d+ Cut the first foam sealing strip to lit the

underside of lhs bottom window sash. Remove

the peel-off backing on the foam and atlach itto

the sash° See Fig, 13.

WindowSash

'L = Shaped Foam Stdp

Mounting

Chanr_el Flg.14

W{ndow ,(

Windoweas

Sealing Stdp

5. Completing the Installation for All Models

• Carefully slide the alrcondiltoner back into

the cabinet, (in window)

(ptease seek assislance for this procedure)

Reinstall (slide-out-chassis) secudly screws

removed earlier on the (lower left/right)side of

the cabinet. Figo7

•Expand the shutter frames (fully) on each side

and secure the top of the frames to the window

aash using one 314" screw & flat washer on

each side. Fig_23

• Instalf shutter clamp on each side of the (lower)

shutter and secure lo window sillusing one

3/4" screw & flat washer on each side. Fig.23

5a,

Reinstalling Front Panel Grilh

Posit_orithe front panel assembly on the

cabinet start(ng at the top.The front panel lock

tabs must be Inserted into the retaining slots in

the cabinet,

Repeat thTsprocedure on all sides, making sure

the fresh air vent_ation lever arm and power

cord are properly installed back to their orTginal

poeition_

Secure the front grill to the cabinet using th_

phillips screws removed earlier. Fig'sol & 2

Install the air filter.

Out the second loam seal to fit the opening

between _hetop of the inside and oulstde

window. (Ffg, 24.,)

Some installationsmay require additional

sealing around lhe window and alr conditioner.

Check for any air leaks and seal where

necessary.

Under very humid conditions,water removal

may be excessive enough to overflowfrom the

rear of the unit or increase noise levels of the

air conditioner., If this occurs, consider atlaching

a standard drain (garden) hose (not

fnciuded) tothe drainplug at the rear of the

unit,allowing condensatfontorun off

conveniently.(Fig, 25.)

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