Amana AE123E35AX Use And Care Manual

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Contents
Introduction .................................................................. 1
Safety Information ....................................................... 1
Unpacking .................................................................... 2
Electrical Requirements .............................................. 2
Installation ................................................................... 3
Room Heat Pumps ....................................................... 3
Normal Care & Maintenance ...................................... 3
Installation Requirements ........................................... 5
Installation Instructions ............................................... 8
General Instructions .................................................. 13
Operating Controls .................................................... 17
Before Calling Service .............................................. 19
When Service Is Required ........................................ 19
Any Questions? .......................................................... 19
Warranty ..................................................................... 20

Introduction

Room air conditioners cool, dehumidify, and filter air inside
your home. Heat pump and electric heat models offer both
heating and cooling. Opening sections of manual provide
general information for all room air conditioner models.
Operating Controls section describes operation of controls
for each model. After reading the opening sections, turn to
Operating Controls section and find the panel layout that
matches the model of your unit.
Read entire manual thoroughly before beginning installation
and operation of your new room air conditioner. Be sure you
have all necessary tools and materials on hand for the job.
Study illustrations to familiarize yourself with important
details of the installation process. Review manual for oper-
ating instructions.
NOTE
1. Mechanical experience is required to install air condi-
tioner.
2. Installation can take from 1 to 3 hours, depending on
installer's knowledge and skill.
3. If you encounter problems during installation, call our
consumer information line toll-free at 1-877-376-0214. If
your problem cannot be resolved by phone, contact an
authorized Amana
®
brand servicer. Contact and service
will be at your expense.
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Effective: May 2010
is a registered trademark of Maytag Corporation or its related companies
and is used under license to Goodman Company, L.P., Houston, TX. All rights reserved.
Room Air Conditioner & Heat Pump

Use and Care Manual

Safety Information

Be sure electrical service is adequate for chosen model of air
conditioner. Complete electrical rating for unit is found on
serial plate located behind front grille. Electrical outlet must
be close enough to unit for power cord to reach without strain.
Air conditioner should be the only appliance on individual
circuit.
For personal safety and to avoid possible damage to appli-
ance or home, observe all safety instructions highlighted by
symbol shown below.
RECOGNIZE THIS SYMBOL AS A
SAFETY PRECAUTION.
After installing unit, reread instructions to ensure each step
is complete and that all parts are fastened in place. For best
results and to minimize installation time, perform all proce-
dures in the order shown.
WARNING
HIGH VOLTAGE
Disconnect ALL power before
servicing or installing this unit.
Multiple power sources may be
present. Failure to do so may cause
property damage, personal injury,
or death.

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    3. If you encounter problems during installation, call our consumer information line toll-free at 1-877-376-0214. If your problem cannot be resolved by phone, contact an authorized Amana ® brand servicer. Contact and service will be at your expense.
  • Page 2: Unpacking

    WARNING WARNING WARNING HIGH TEMPERATURE STRESS HAZARD This room air conditioner is not meant to provide unattended cooling or life support for persons or animals that are unable to react to failure of the product. The failure of an unattended air conditioner may result in extreme heat in the conditioned space causing overheating or death or persons or animals.
  • Page 3: Installation

    Unit Plug Receptacle Circuit Rating, Voltage Type Required Breaker, Time Delay Fuse NEMA No. 5-15P NEMA No. 5-15R 125V-15AMP NEMA No. 6-15P NEMA No. 6-15R 250V-15AMP NEMA No. 6-20P NEMA No. 6-20R 250V-20AMP NEMA No. 6-30P NEMA No. 6-30R 250V-30AMP receptacle replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
  • Page 4 Note: The life of your unit may be greatly reduced if you live in a salt air or other corrosive type environment. Under these conditions, the unit should be removed from its case and completely cleaned at least once a year. At that time any scratches or blisters on the painted surfaces should be sanded and repainted.
  • Page 5: Installation Requirements

    WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions: Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Tools and Parts Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.
  • Page 6 Window installation Window opening measurements: ■ 27" min. to 39" max. (68.6 cm to 99 cm) opening width. ■ 16¹⁄₄" min. (41.3 cm) opening height. A. 27" min. (68.6 cm) ¹⁄₄ B. 16 " min. (41.3 cm) Through-the-wall installation The wall opening measurements should be: ■...
  • Page 7 Recommended grounding method This air conditioner must be grounded. This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having a grounded 3 prong plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Remove packaging materials. Remove and dispose of/recycle all packaging materials. Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning on the air conditions. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water and dry. Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable fluids or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue.
  • Page 9 Attach Side Curtains 1. Locate provided bag of screws. 2. Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain housing in top and bottom curtain guides on air conditioner cabinet. Back View A. Curtain housing B. Curtain guides Bottom View A. Curtain housing B.
  • Page 10 4. Use a ³⁄₁₆" drill bit to drill 3 st arter holes 1/2" deep through the 3 holes in the cabinet and into the windowsill. 5. Attach cabinet to windowsill with 3 - #10 x 1/2" pan-head Phillips screws. A. #10 x 1/2" pan-head Phillips screws B.
  • Page 11 Option 1 —Wood, metal or plastic molding When you are using wood, metal or plastic molding, the wood frame should line up with inside wall as shown. A. Molding C. Wood frame B. Inside wall D. Louvers Option 2 —Plastered wall with no molding If the plastered wall is to be flush with the cabinet and no molding is used, the wood frame must be set ¹⁄₂"...
  • Page 12: Complete Installation

    NOTE: Handle air conditioner gently. WARNING Insert air conditioner into cabinet. A. Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside of the cabinet. WARNING Install shipping screws on both sides of cabinet. Insert front tabs of front panel into top of cabinet and swing front into place.
  • Page 13: General Operating Instructions

    While operation of all units is similar, controls vary slightly from model to model. Operating Controls section shows control panel of unit purchased and gives detailed information about operation of controls. Airflow Around Unit Select the highest fan speed and set temperature control to its coldest position.
  • Page 14: Through-The-Wall Installation Instructions

    Thru-wall Installation Instructions for Amana Introduction This instruction sheet provides guidelines for installing a compact air conditioner through an outside wall. WARNING HIGH VOLTAGE Disconnect ALL power before servicing or installing this unit. Multiple power sources may be present. Failure to do so may cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
  • Page 15: Masonry Construction

    CAUTION In order to reinstall the chassis and re- attach the air conditioner front cover, the installed outercase must be square and level from side to side. Use wood shims between sides of case and finished open- ing - especially where case is secured to opening - to prevent warping or distorting.
  • Page 16 Outercase must project a minimum ¾" beyond inside wall or molding to attach front frame Lintel and flashing (if required) Front of outer case with " to side air louvers drainage Caulk all sides Installed Case (brick veneer or frame wall construction shown) Installation in Wall Thicker Than 5 ½...
  • Page 17: Operating Controls

    Operating Controls Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the best possible results. This section explains proper air conditioner operation. IMPORTANT: • If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes before turning it back on. This prevents the air condi- tioner from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker.
  • Page 18 How to set: Press the DELAY 1-24 hr pad on the unit or the on the remote control. Each touch of the INCREASE / DECREASE pads on the unit or the INCREASE (+) / DECREASE (-) pads on the remote control will set the timer in 0.5 (1/2 hr.) or 1-hour intervals.
  • Page 19: Before Calling Service

    (Not a technical assistance line for dealers.) Outside the U.S. and Canada, call 1-713-861-2500. (Not a technical assistance line for dealers.) Your telephone company will bill you for the call. SUGGESTED REMEDY CONSUMER INFORMATION LINE AMANA ® BRAND TOLL FREE fax us at: (713) 856-1821...
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  • Page 24 Maytag Corporation or its related companies and is used under license to Goodman Company, L.P., Houston, TX. All rights reserved. www.amana-ptac.com © 2010 Goodman Company, L.P.

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