Danby Designer DAC12003D User manual

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Room Air Conditioner

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DanbyProduc_sUmited,Guelph,OrttarioCanadaN1H6Z9

DanbyProducts[nc,,Findlay,OhioUSA45840

Jan 2001

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

Unit Specifications .......................................................................... 2

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

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

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

Electronic Control Features .......................................................... 10

Operating Instructions .............................................................. 1t

Care and Maintenance .............................................................. 13

TroubleShooling Guide ............. •........................................... 14

Warranty ........................................................................... 15

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Thank you for choosinga Danby Room Air Conditioner to cool your home. This Use and Care Manual

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

properly maintained, your alr conditionerwill give you many years of trouble free operation.. Toavoid

installation difficuIties, read these Tnstructions completely before Installing!operating your unit

NOTE: This uniL is NOT designed for through-the-wall Installation

For easy reference, you may want to attach a copy of your sales receipl to this page.. Note following

informationprovided (on the manufacturer's nameplate located on the fight side of the unit above the power

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

Model Number:

Sedat Number:

Date of Purchase;

Dealer's Name and Address:

Refer to the troubteshooting section of this Use and Care Manual if the unit isnot operating correctly.

if these suggestionsdo not solve the problem, contact an authorized service representative or

call DanbyTOLL FREE: 1-BOO-26- Darlb_j ,°

Keep these instructionsforfuture reference.

3"his symbol denotes a caution or warning

Do not leave a room air conditioner unattended in

a space where people or animals who cannot

react to a failed unit are located. A failed uniLcan

cause extreme overheating or death in such an

enclosed, unattended space..

Modet Nee DAC12003D

_ecittcaftcatlons

Vo!tage 1t5V;60Hz

Coelin,qCspac]_ (Btu/h) 12,600

In0utWatta_ _ _ 1220

Energy Elficlen_.Rstlng (EER) 9.8

Fan.ZCoo]]ngSpeeds 3/3

Coo!legArea Coverage (Sq.tt.) 500

Noise Level (dB) ,54

Unit D_rnenstcns Width 26=

Depth 25.5"

Height 17"

Window_t Dimensions MaximumWidth

MinimumWidlh

MinimumHeiqht 30"

17.75"

NO'I'£: Specificationsare subJe_ te change withoutnoffcefor fur'_er Ireprovemsnt

1. All widng must complywith Iocaf and nationat

electrica! codes and must be installed by a

qualified electrician. If you have any questions

regarding the following Instructions,contact a

qualified electrician.

2. Check available power supply and resolveany

'Mring problems BEFORE Installing and

operating thls unit,,

3. This 1f5V air conditioner uses 12.0 or less

nameplate amps and may be used in any

properly wired, generai purpose household

receptacle,. See Table t for specifications for

individual branch circuiL

4. For your safety and protection, this unit is

grounded through the power cord plug when

plugged Into intoa matching wait outlet,, If

you ere not sure whether your wall outlet Is

properly grounded, please consult a

qualified electrician,

5, The wall outlet (3-pin) must match theplug (3.

pin) onthe service cord supplied wilh theunit.

DO NOT use plug adapters. See Table 2 for

receptacle and fuse inlormalion. If it isnecessary

to use an extension cord to connect your air

conditioner, use an approved "air conditioner"

extension cord only.(available at most iocal

hardware stores)

6, The rating plate on the unit contains electrical

and other technical data. The rating plate

is located on the right side of the unit, above the

power cord.

b._le1: Suggestedindividual BranchCircuit

N--am_s---- AWG _re Size --

5.0to12 ............ 14 ....

I AWG-AmericanWireGage

l "Based on copper wirea! 60 °C temperature raling,

Table 2: Receptacle and FuseTypes

RaledVeils 125

Amps 15

WailOutlel l_g .[_

FuseSize !5

Time DelayFuse PlugType

(orcircuitbreaker)

Your Room Air Conditioner unit is designed to

be highly'efficient in energy savings Fottow

these recommendations for greater efficiency

1.. Select thermostat selling that suits your

comfort needs and leave thermostat at that

chosen setting,

2, The air filter isvery efficientin removing airborne

dust particles Always keep the air tilter c_ean,

3. Use drapes, curtains,or shades to keep

direct sunlight Fromheating room, but DO NOT

obstruct the air condilionero Allow air to circulate

around the unit wilhout obstruction,,

4, Start your air conditionerbefore euldoor air

becomes hotand uncomfortable. This avoids an

initialpedod of discomfort while unit Is cooling

off the room.

5 When outdoor temperatures are coolenough,

use HIGR, MED, or LOW FAN only (depending

on your model),, This circulates indoorair,

providing some cooling comfort, and utilizes

iesseTectdcity thanwhen operating on a

cooling setting_

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_ Toavoidthe posslbit_ o_personalinj_ury,disconnect power to theunit

before installingor servicing,

Tools Needed for Window Installation

Screw Drivers: Both Phillipsand flat head

Power Drill: 1/8 Inch diameter drillblt

Pencil

Measuring Tape

Scissors

Carpenters Level

Adjustable Wrench

To avoid installation/operation difficulties,

read these Instructions thoroughly.

Your Room Air Conditioner to designed for easy

Installation ir_a single or double.hung window,NOTE"

This unit is NOT designed for vertical(slider type)

windows end/or through-the-wallapplications_NOTE:

Save the shipping carton and packingmaterials for

future storage or transport of the unit, Removefrom

cadun, the plastic bag containingthe insLaflation

hardware kit necessary for the InstaUation of your air

conditioner, Please check the contentsof hardware

kit agaist the correspondingmodel check list, priorto

installationof the unit,

See Fig. 1

(_l Flat Washers (8) ¢'_'= Shutter Brackets (2)

3/4"Sclewsis} _ '

(]_ I/4" Screws[18) S{deCurta[rtRH(1)

_'_ Top Channel (1) S_de Curtain LH (I)

BottomChannel(1)

_) LeekWashers{4)

1-1/2"x1/4"BoILs(4)

@ 114"Nuts(4)

_Fo4_raSeal

\90 _Angle

Brackets(2) Love]lingLegs(2)

Because the compTessor is located on the controls

aide of the unit (right side), this side wilt be heavier

and more awkward to manipulata_ Inadequate

supporton control side of the unit can reautt in

persona] injury and damage to your unit and

property,.Therefore, it is recommended to have

someon9 assist you during the installation of this

uniL

Your unit is designed to evaporate condensation

under normal conditions. However, under

extreme humidity conditions, excess condensation

may cause basepan to overflow Lothe outside°

The Unitshould be installed where condensation

run.off cannot drip on pedestrians or neighboring

properties.

A drain tube connection (excluding hose) tsprovided

to redirect condensation ovedlow. See Fig,.25

!. Select the Best Location

A.. This room air conditioner is designed to fit easily

into a single or doubts hung window However,

since window designs vary, it may be necessary

to make some modifications for safe, proper

installation.

BMake sure window end frame isatructuraUy

sound and free from dry end rotted wood_

C. For maximum efficiency, ]nstall the air conditioner

on a side of a house or building which favors

more shade thansunlight.. Ifthe unit is in direct

sunlight, itIs advisableto provide an awning over

the un{L

Do Provide sufficient clearance around the cabinet to

el]my for ample air circulationthroughthe uniL

See Fig_2_ The rear of the unitshould be

outdoors and not in a garage norinsidee

building. Keep unit as far away as possible from

obstacles!obslructions and at least 30" above the

flooror ground._Curtains and other objects wilhln

aroom should be prevented from blocking the air

flow.

E. Be certain the proper electrical outlet is wllhln

reach of the Instetlation.Use only a singte

outlet circuit rated at 15 amps. All wiring should

be tn accordance with local and national

electricalcodes.

E DO NOT USE "REGULAR" EXTENSION CORDS

WITH THIS UNIT. If it is necessary to use an

extension cord to connect your airconditioner,

use an approved "air conditioner" extension cord

only. (available at most tocal hardware stores)

GDO NOT Install unit where leakage of combustible

gas is suspected. Your air condilioner may latito

operate in air containing oits (including machine

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

1. Preparation to Remove the Air Conditioner

Slide-Out Chassis

•Positionthe air conditioner on it's back, Fig° 1

• Press the indents marked "PUSH" on the bottom

corners of the front grill,this willcause the air

fl!lerto (pop,out) release. Fig, la

• Grasp the air fillerand pulestraight out Fig lb

• Remove the phillips screw securing the grill front

to the chassis., (from behind where the filter was

removed) Fig Ic

• Toremove the front grill, grasp the lower front

corner(edge) of1he grill, pulling (gently) outward

and upward, (Flg 4)

• Repeal the same procedure on the 3remaining

corners,(sides)

•Before the front grill can be completely removed

from the cabinet, itwill be necessary to

disconnect the (male/tome!e) electrical wire

harness focaled directly behind the front grill

controlpanel (Fig 5a)

• Remove the two retaining screws located al the

back of the cabinet securing the slide-out

chassis to the cabinet. (Fig 5)

NOTE:These screws do not have to be

reinstalled once removed, otherwise you wilt

not be_ableto remove the slide-out chassis

once the unit is Installed in the window.

-Remove the phillips screw & retaining brackel

securing the sltde,out-chasslso (lower front

cabinet) Fig,6a

NOTE:This retaining bracket &screw "must"

be reinstalled upon comp=etlon of the window

installation. (to secure slide-out-chassis to

cabinet)

•Grasp the pull handle at the front of the slide-out-

chassisend carefullyslide the air conditioner out

ofthe cabinet. (Fig.6)

Please seek assistance for this procedure.

Fig 1 Fig. la

Fig. !bFig-1c

FR_IT PANEL

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FIg.2a Fig, 3

Fig. 4 Fig. 5

Fig. Ba

2. Assembly of the Upper & Lower Channels,

to Cabinet,

•"L" ShapedTop Channel: f_sta_tthe %" shaped

channet tothe lop of the cabinet as shown in Fig, 8

using lout (4) 1/4" screws,

•"U" Shaped Bottom Channel: Instal!the "U"

shaped channel to the bottom of the cabinet as

shown fn Fig,8using four (4) 1/4" screws,

NOTE: Some models may already have the

bottom channel iaclory installed.

3, Assembly of the Side Curtains to Cabinet.

•Sflde the shutters into the top and bottom

channels as shown In Fig, 9+The shutlers are

!denttl_ed(on frame) as loll &right° Attach the

shutters to the cabinet using four 1/4" screws on

each side,

4, Installation of MounUng Brackets and First

Sealing Strip

SPECIAL NOTE: Windows come In avarlety of

different designs and styles. Therefole, it may be

necessary lo modify or improvise on your

parlicular lnstaltaliem

A. Altach the bracket assembly to the 90_angle

supporl bracke!s (Fig. 16) using four 1 1t2" x

1/4" bolts. ([we bolts per bracket)

Secure with the four i/4" lock washers and four

1/4" nuts. DO NOT immediate!y tighten these

bolts as Itmay be necessary to adjust the depth

el the bracket assembly, depending on the

depth of your window sill. See Fig's° 1B& 19,

Test lhe bracket assembfy In the window before

installing,if satisfied, lighten all belts. Install the

two levelling screws Into the 90" support

brackels_ See Fig. 16 if the levelling screws are

distanced too far away from the wall toprovide

adequate stability, it may be necessary to shim

_hisaraa with a solid piece of wood, See Fig. "[9,

B. Measure the length of the +nsidesill and lind the

senior as shown in Fig. 17.

Measure 12+5"on each side of center and mark

these points, Align the V-siot on the bracket with

each corresponding mark and mount the

brackets Io the sill using two 3/4" screws &two

flat washers per bracket.

Brackels should be perpendicular to the inside

window sill, with step (U) bracket light against the sill.

See Fig. 18,

C. For proper condensatlbn run-off it will be

necessary to adjust the angle/pitch of the window

brackets This Is accomplished by adjusting the

distance o! the leveling screw on Ihe outer waft,

The maximum angle/pitch should not exceed

more than 3116".,See Fig 1B,

1/4" Screw

%" Shaped

Channel

Channels

"U" Shaped

Channel

Fig, 8

Shutler Frame

Shutters

Fig. S

Fig. 11

Brackel Assembly

- Leveling Screw

Ou_or Wail Cans_fuclion

Fig, 18

Oo o o o O o o ]

Flg.19

5. Installation of the Cabinet

Ao Place the air conditionercabinet into the window

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

positioned in front of the upper window sash. The

"U" shaped channel on the bottom of the cabinet

should be positioned in the "recessed" portion of

the tracktocated at the front of the window

brackets. Pu_lthe window down until it restsjust

behind thefront flangeof the (top) "U' shaped

mounting channel, See Fig. 14.

Window Sash

"L" Shaped Foam Slrip

Mounting

Channel

Rg,, 14

B, Align one hole Inthe bottom of the cabinet with

one hoJeIn the bracket assembly,, Secure the

cabinet to the bracket using a 114"screw

provided. Repeat the same procedure on the

opposite side of the cabinet, Fig. 15

Co Check tomake sure the =pitch" (angle) of the

cabine! ts slanted slightly downward on the

outside. If necessary, re-adjust the levelling

screws Inthe mounling bracket.F/got8

D. Cut the first foam sealing strip to fitthe

underside (bottom}of the lower window sash.

Remove the peel-off backing on the foam and

attach the foam strip to the sash. See Fig, 13,

6. Inslalllng the Slide+OutChassis into Cabinet;

(please seek assistance for this procedure)

• Carefully slide the air conditioner back tnlo

the cabinet, {in window)

. Retnsta]l retaining bracket and screw removed

earlier.,(lower front cabinet) See Fig+6a

• Expand lhe shutter lrames (tully) on each side

and secure the top ofthe shutter frame tothe

window sash using one 3/4" screw & flat washer

on each sldeoFtg_23

oInstall a shutter clamp on each side of the

(lower) shutter frame and secure to window sill

using one 3f4" screw & fiat washer on each side,,

F"ig_23

7. Re]netafllng Front Grill:

Before re-installing the Trent grill back on the

cabinet, you must re-_nnect the (male!female)

electrical wire harness between the front grill

control panel and the main (cabinet) untL

Make sure the electrical connection isfirmly end

Securely attached° Fig 5a

•Pea_tlonthe front panel on the cabinet starting at

the top+TheIront panel lock tabs must be

inserted into the retain+rigslots in the cabinet+

• Repeat this procedure on allsides, making sure

the Iresh air ventilation lever arm and power cord

are properly installed back to theTrortglna!

position on the front grill., +

+. Secure the front grill to the ceblnet using the

phillips screw removed earlier,,Fig_lc

,, Re-Install the air filler, push and lock tnlo position

• Cut the second foam seal to lit the opening

between the topInstdeand outside window.

Fig.24+

• Some installationsmay require addttiona!sealing

around thewindowand air conditionerCheck ler

any airleaks and sealwhere necessary

•Undervery humtdcondlttons,water removalmay

be excessiveen6ugh to everffewfromthe rear of

the unttor incre&_enoiselevels of the air

conditioner+11thl_occurs,you may want toattach a

section of (garden)drain hose (not _ncluded) to

thedrain plug locatedatthe rear of the untt,this

willallowcondensationto run off more

conveniently Fig+25+

Fig 6a

/2nd Foam

Seal

Fig 24

DrainHose

(nr_tIncluded)

Fig. 25

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