Cleaning Your Air Conditioner; Cleaning Front Panel And Filter - Whirlpool R511 Use & Care Manual

Cleaning Your Air Conditioner
Proper use and care of your air conditioner will
help ensure longer life of the unit and lower
operating costs. Follow these instructions
carefully. Call your local servicing dealer for an
annual checkup.
Cleaning front panel and filter
Explosion Hazard
Unplug power cord from outlet before
cleaning air conditioner.
Use only nonflammable cleaners.
Failure to follow these instructions
can result in death, explosion, fire, or
electrical shock.
1. Unplug power cord.
2. Remove the front panel from unit for
cleaning. Press down at top of front panel to
release it from top of cabinet.
3. Pull top of front panel toward you.
4. Lift up and away from bottom spring clips.
5. Remove filter from front panel by removing
elastic band which holds it in place.
6. Clean filter by using a vacuum cleaner or, if
very dirty, wash filter with warm water and
a mild detergent. Air dry thoroughly before
replacing. Do not use a hot air dryer
on filter.
7. Clean front panel using a soft cloth with warm
water and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry.
8. Replace filter and hold it in place with
elastic band.
9. Wipe control panel clean with a soft, dry cloth.
10. Replace front panel. Locate bottom of panel
on the spring clips. Press down on top edge
of front panel and push front toward unit to
secure upper tabs.
11. Reconnect power supply.
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