Whirlpool ACU124XD0 User manual

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UseAndCare

A Note to You ........................ 2

Alr Conditioner Safety ..........3

Parts and Features ............... .4

Operating Your Air

Conditioner ............................ 5

Starting your air

conditioner ........................... 5

Using the exhaust vent

control .................................. 6

Using the energy saver

settings ............................... 6

Changing air direction ......... .6

Caring for Your Air

Conditioner ............................ 7

Cleaning the front panel ..... .7

Cleaning the slide-out

air filter.. ............................... 8

Performing annual

maintenance ........................ 8

Saving energy ...................... 9

Troubleshooting ..................

Requesting Assistance

or Service.. ........................... 11

Index.. ................................... 15

Warranty ..............................

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AIR CONDITIONERS

A Note to You

Thank you for buying a Whirlpool@ appliance.

Bacausa your life is getting busiir 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 inforrna-

tion 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 appliance, you need to know your

complete model number and serial number. Serial Number

You can find this information on the model Purchase Date

and serial number label (see diagram on

page 4 for location of label). Dealer Name

Please also record the purchase date of

your appliance and your dealer’s name,

address, and telephone number.

Dealer Address

Dealer Phone

Keep this book and the sales slip together in a safe place for future reference.

Our Consumer Assistance Center

number is toll-free 24 hours a day.

1-800-253-1301 1

Air Conditioner Safety

Your safety is important to us.

This guide contains statements under

warning symbols. Please pay special

attention to these symbofs and follow any

instructions given. Here is a brief explana-

tion of the use of the warning symbol.

This symbol alerts you to such dangers

as personal injury, burns, fire, and

electrical shock.

IMPORTANT SAFElY INSTRUCTIONS

reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury when

using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:

Read ail instructions before using

FOR YOUR SAFETY*

the air conditiir. DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR

*Complete the installation requirements OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND

as described in the Installation Instruc- LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS OR

tbns. ANY OTHER APPLIANCE. THE FUMES

.Do not operate the air conditioner with CAN CREATE A FIRE HAZARD OR

the front panel removed. EXPLOSION.

Never clean air condiiioner parts with

flammable fluids. The fumes can create

a fire hazard or explosion.

- SAVE THESE INSTRUCTlONS -

Help us help you

Please:

Install your air conditioner in a window that

will hokf the weight, and secure the air

conditioner according to the Installation

Instructions.

Connect the air conditioner to the proper

kind of outlet with the correct electrical

supply and grounding. (See the Installation

Instructions.)

Make sure the air conditioner is the correct

size for the area you want to cool.

Use the air conditioner only to do what a

window air conditioner is designed to do.

Make sure the air conditioner is not used

by anyone unable to operate it properly.

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.

Parts and Features

This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar

with where all parts and features are located and what they kd like. To help you find

information on specifii parts or features quickly, page references are included.

Control panel

(PP. 5,6)

Slide-out

air filter

(P. 5)

Adjustable air

direction cartridges

(P. 5)

Model and eerial number label

(behind front panel)

Operating Your Air Conditioner

To obtain the best possible results from your air conditioner, it is important that you operate it

properly. This section tells you how to set the controls and how to direct the cooled air.

Starting your air conditioner

1. Set Exhaust Control

to CLOSED for

maximum cooling performance. (See

“Using the exhaust vent control” on

paw 6.1

2. Set the Fan Control

to the desired

setting. You can use either the ENERGY

SAVER or NORMAL FAN settings. (See

‘Using the energy saver settings” on

paw 6.1

LOW -for

sleeping comfort

MED -

for normal cooling

QUICK COMFORT-for

fastest coding

FAN ONLY

-to circulate room air without

cooling it

Electrical Shock Hazard

Plug unit onfy into grounded electrical

outlet.

*Do not uw an extension cord.

Do not operate unit with the front panel

removed.

Failure to follow the above precautions

couki result in electrical shock or per-

sonal injury.

3. Turn the Thermostat Controi

to a mid

setting. You can adjust the air condi-

tioner’s cooling performance by turning

the Thermostat Control clc&wise for

more cooling or counterclockwise for less

cooling. You will need to experiment to

find the setting which suits you best.

IMPORTANT:

lf you turn the air conditioner

off, or if the compressor tums off when you

lower the Thermostat Control, wait at feast

3 minutes before turning the air conditioner

back on. If you don’t waft, you may blow a

fuse or trip a circuit breaker.

Using the exhaust vent control

The Exhaust Vent Control draws stale or

smoky air from the room or circulates

existing room air.

To exhaust room air:

1. Set

Exhaust Vent Control to OPEN.

2. Set Fan Control to desired setting

(ENERGY SAVER or NORMAL FAN). If

no coding is desired, set Fan Control to

FAN ONLY.

3. Set Thermostat Control to desired setting.

To circulate room air:

Set Exhaust Vent Control to CLOSED.

2. Set Fan Control to desired setting

(ENERGY SAVER or NORMAL FAN). If

no coding is desired, set Fan Control to

FAN ONLY.

3. Set Thermostat Control to desired setting.

NOTE: For maximum performance, the

Exhaust Vent Control must be in the

CLOSED position when cooling or room air

circulation is desired.

Using the energy saver settings

Use the ENERGY SAVER settings when

you do not want the fan to run continuously.

Using these settings causes the fan to stop

when the compressor stops and saves

energy.

Set the Fan Control

to the desired setting.

LOW-for

sleeping comfort

MED -for normal cooling

QUICK COMFORT

-for fastest cooling

Changing air direction

The air direction cartridges on both sides of

the unit control the direction of the cooled

air. The air direction cartridge rotates to

direct the air straight ahead or to the sides of

the unit. The buyers in each air direction

cartridge are operated by a tab. Use the tab

to direct the air up, down, or straight ahead.

Caring for Your Air

Conditioner

Proper care of your air conditioner helps

ensure longer life of the unit and lower

operating costs. Follow these instructions

carefully. Electrkal Shock Hazard

l Unplug the power cord from the recep-

tacle before cleaning the unit.

l Do not use cleaning fluids, solvents,

abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents

on the air conditioner.

Failure to follow the above precautions

coub result in electriial shock, personal

injury, or product damage.

Cleaning the front panel

1. Disconnect power cord from receptacle.

2. Remove the front panel for cleaning.

Remove the two screws from the bottom

edge of the front panel.

3. Lii front panel up and toward you.

4. 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 fitter.

5. Clean front panel with warm water, mild

soap or detergent, and a soft cloth. Rinse

and dry thoroughly.

6. Wipe control panel clean with a soft, dry

cloth.

7. Replace the front panel.

8. Plug in the power cord.

Cleaning the slide-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 if filter

needs cleaning.

1. Remove filter by

sliding it up and out the

top of the front panel.

2. Clean filter using a vacuum cleaner.

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.

Filter

Performing annual maintenance

Your air conditioner needs annual minte-

nance to ensure steady, top performance

throughout the year. Call the service com-

pany recommended by your dealer to:

Inspect and clean the coils and condensate

water passages.

Check fan and fan motor.

The compressor and fan motor

are sealed

and need no oiling. The

expense

of an annual

inspection is the fzowmets responsibility.

Electrical Shock Hazard

Unplug power cord from receptacle

before performing

any

maintenance.

sure no

liquid gets

into

the motor,

electrical control box, or compressor

electrical terminals.

Do not lift, push, or pull any white

beaded foam (expanded polystyrene)

park.

If you are familiar with electrical appliances,

you can do the inspection and maintenance

yourself. If you choose to do so, follow these

steps:

1. Disconnect power cord from receptacle.

2. Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning

the front panel” on page 7.)

Slide unit out of cabinet using the

handles on the base flange.

Because your air conditioner weighs

from 110 to 200 pounds, it is recom-

mended that you have someone help

you when you remove or reinstall

your unit and that you both use proper

lifting techniques.

Handle the air conditioner with care.

Watch out for the sharp metal fins on

the front and rear coils.

Do not use the collected water for

drinking purposes. It is not sanitary.

Failure to follow the above precautions

could result in electrical shock, personal

injury, or product damage.

4. 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.

5. Clean and hose out the base, coils, and

condensate pans. Clean at least once a

year, or more often if the condenser coils

and pans collect dirt, sand, leaves, insects,

or algae. Also, clean if you detect an odor

coming from the air conditioner.

6. Remove plastic film from motor and

electrical parts.

7. Replace unit in the cabinet.

6. Replace the front panel.

9. 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 opera-

tion does not harm the components.

L\-p

Handles

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.

l Keep the air fitter 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.

l Try not to use heat-producing appliances

during the hottest part of the day.

l Turn lights and appliances off when not

needed.

l Keep heat registers and cool-air returns

closed.

l Use exhaust venting fans while 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 couM save you the

cost of a service call.

PROBLEM

Air conditioner

won’t run

CHECK THE FOLLOWING

Is the unit plugged into a live circuit with 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?

Unit blows

fuses or trips

circuit breaker

Are time-delay fuses being used?

Is an extension cord being used? DO NOT use an extension

cord with this or any other appliance.

Unit turns on

Are you waiting 3 minutes before trying to restart the unit?

Is the air fitter clean?

and off

OR does not

cool the room

Are the inside evaporator coils and the outside condenser

coils clean?

Is there excessive moisture or heat in the room (open vessel

cookiig, showers, etc.)?

Is the Fan Control set too low’?

Is the Thermostat Control set too low?

Normal operating sounds

When your air condiiioner operates nor-

mally, you will hear sounds such as:

PINGING

CLICKING as water droplets

hit the condenser. Water droplets help cool

the condenser.

AIR MOVEMENT from the fan, especially

on QUICK COMFORT setting.

CLICKS from the cooling cycle.

Sounds may also be caused by house

construction - such as vibration of the unit

due to wall construction or an unsteady

window mounting

area.

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