Amana room air conditioner User 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
General Instructions .................................................... 5
Installation Instructions ............................................... 6
Operating Controls .................................................... 15
Before Calling Service .............................................. 17
When Service Is Required ........................................ 18
Any Questions? .......................................................... 18
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
operating 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: September 2013
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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

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Read entire manual thoroughly before beginning installation symbol shown below. and operation of your new room air conditioner. Be sure you have all necessary tools and materials on hand for the job. RECOGNIZE THIS SYMBOL AS A Study illustrations to familiarize yourself with important details of the installation process.
  • Page 2: Unpacking

    WARNING City State HIGH TEMPERATURE STRESS HAZARD Phone Number 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. WARNING The failure of an unattended air conditioner may...
  • Page 3: Installation

    • Unit with a window mounting kit Unit Plug Receptacle Circuit Rating, Voltage These models are designed for mounting though an Type Required Breaker, Time Rating On opening in a wall. These units can be adapted to Delay Fuse Nameplate window installation by using the optional window mount- NEMA No.
  • Page 4 CAUTION To reduce the risk of personal injury, be sure to have sufficient help when moving your unit. A room air conditioner can weigh between 70 and 240 pounds. 5. Using basepan handle, pull chassis straight out, slowly and evenly, until approximately 9-12 inches extends from outer case.
  • Page 5: General Operating Instructions

    Drain Cup Installation and Use Your air conditioner uses a system where the water removed from the indoor air (condensate) is channeled to the outdoor side of the unit. The outdoor fan blade has a “slinger” ring attached to it that dips into the water and slings the water onto the outdoor coil surface.
  • Page 6: Installation Instructions

    Installation Air Conditioner Instructions Disconnect ALL power to unit before installing or servicing, making WARNING sure unit is plugged in only when instructions state it is safe to do so. Failure to follow instructions may cause property damage, personal injury or death. Question? Consumer information line toll-free 1-877-376-0214 CAUTION BEFORE YOU BEGIN...
  • Page 7 Installation Instructions Installation Instructions PARTS INCLUDED Window (A ppearance m ay vary) sash seal Left accordion panel Foam top window gasket mounting rail Right accordion panel V-support (2) Window locking Bolt (2) & nuts (2) bracket (2) Type A (6) Type B (4) Type C (7) Type D (6)
  • Page 8 Installation Instructions Installation Instructions 3 REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER 1 WINDOW REQUIREMENTS FROM THE CASE These instructions are for a standard double- • hung window. You will need to modify them for Remove the locking screw and locking other types of windows. bracket from the lower frame.
  • Page 9 Installation Instructions Installation Instructions PREPARE THE CASE INSTALL THE CASE IN THE WINDOW Install the top mounting rail with 4 type B screws from the inside of the case. Carefully slide the case into the window and Carefully slide the case into the window and center the case.
  • Page 10: Ins Tallation Ins Tructions

    Installation Instructions Ins tallation Ins tructions INSTALL THE CASE INSTALL SUPPOR T BRACKETS IN THE WINDOW (cont.) AND THE FOAM TOP WINDOW GA S K E T Adjust the leveling bolts and nuts against the Adjust the leveling bolts and nuts against the outside wall so that the case has a slight tilt A ttach the s upport brackets with two outside wall so that the case has a slight tilt...
  • Page 11 Installation Instructions Ins tallatio n I nstructio ns INS TALL THE AIR CONDITIONER INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE CASE IN THE CASE (cont.) Slide the air Slide the air Pull the coiled power cord from its shipped Pull the coiled power cord from its shipped conditioner into conditioner into position in the air discharge area.
  • Page 12: Through-The-Wall Installation Instructions

    Thru-wall Installation Instructions for Amana Brand Room Air Conditioner ® Introduction This instruction sheet provides guidelines for installing a compact air conditioner through an outside wall. 26” WARNING 16 7/8” 9” AE18: 25 3/5” CAUTION 18: 28 1/3” Installing an air conditioner through a wall requires extensive carpentry and/or masonry experience.
  • Page 13: Masonry Construction

    Brick Veneer or Frame Wall Construction CAUTION See CAUTION under General Instructions. Cut or build In order to reinstall the chassis and re- rough opening large enough to allow a framed, finished attach the air conditioner front cover, the opening 17-inches high and 26 1/8-inches wide. When case installed outercase must be square and is properly positioned in opening, secure it to framing mate- level from side to side.
  • Page 14 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 Chamfering Walls Thicker Than 9-inches sides Optional molding (not provided)
  • Page 15: Operating Controls

    Operating Controls Controls Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the Power Pad (Button) best possible results. Turns air conditioner on and off. When turned on, the This section explains proper air conditioner operation. display will show the room temperature. IMPORTANT: •...
  • Page 16 How to set: Cooling Descriptions Press the TIMER 1-24 hr pad on the unit or the For Normal Cooling - Select the COOL mode and HIGH on the remote control. Each touch of the INCREASE or MED fan with a middle set temperature. / DECREASE pads on the unit or the INCREASE (+) / For Maximum Cooling - Select the COOL mode and...
  • Page 17: Before Calling Service

    BEFORE CALLING SERVICE WARNING The following is a list of problems that are sometimes encountered when using a room air conditioner. Possible cause and suggested remedies are given for each problem. If the problem cannot be fixed using the suggested remedies, see WHEN SERVICE IS REQUIRED section.
  • Page 18: When Service Is Required

    When Service Is Required Any Questions? Your room air conditioner dealer can give you the name of Most questions can be answered by your local dealer. If you your nearest Authorized Service Center. Help them give have other matters that cannot be resolved locally, or you...

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