Performing Annual Maintenance - Whirlpool ACM102 Use And Care Manual

Performing annual maintenance
Your air conditioner needs annual mainte-
nance to ensure steady, top performance
throughout the year. Call the service
company recommended by your dealer to:
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inspect and clean the coils and conden-
sate water passages.
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Check fan.
The compressor and fan motor are sealed
and need no oiling. The expense of an
annual inspection is the consumer's
responsibility.
OR
If you are familiar with electrical appliances,
you can do the inspection and maintenance
yourself. If you choose to do so, follow
these steps:
NOTE:
Do not lift, push, or pull any white
beaded foam (expanded polystyrene) parts.
1.
Disconnect power cord from outlet.
2. Remove the front panel. (See "Cleaning
the front panel" on page 7.)
3. Remove the air conditioner from
the window.
Electrical Shock Hazard
Unplug power cord from outlet
before servicing.
Be sure no liquid gets Into the motor,
electrical control box, or compressor
terminals.
Failure to follow these Instructions
can result in death, electrical shock,
or serious injury.
Excessive Welght Hazard
Use 2 or more people to move and
install air conditioner.
Failure to do so can result in back or
other Injury.
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