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The unit turns on and off too much,.or
does not cool room
Check if . . .
The air conditioner is not
properly sized for your
room.
The filter is dirty or
obstructed by debris.
The inside evaporator and
outside condenser coils are
dirty or obstructed by debris.
There is excessive heat or
moisture (open container
cooking, showers, etc.)
in the room.
The louvers are blocked.
The outside temperature is
below 65°F (18%).
The temperature of the
room you are trying to cool
is extremely hot.
Windows or doors to the
outside are open.
The Air or Exhaust Control is
set to FRESH AIR/EXHAUST/
OPEN (on some models).
The Thermostat is not at
a cool enough setting.
The air conditioner is
installed on the sunny
side of your house.
Then . . .
Check the cooling capabilities of your room air conditioner. Room
air conditioners are
not designed to cool multiple rooms.
Clean the filter. See page 14.
Clean the inside evaporator and outside condenser coils. See page 18.
Use a fan to exhaust heat or moisture from the room. Try not to use heat-producing
appliances during the hottest part of the
day.
Install the air conditioner in a location where the louvers are free from curtains, blinds,
furniture, etc.
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Do not try to operate your air conditioner when the outside temperature is below
65°F (18°C).
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Allow extra time for the air conditioner to cool off a very hot room.
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Close all windows and doors.
Set the Air or Exhaust Control to OFF/CLOSED for maximum cooling.
Adjust the Thermostat to a cooler setting by turning the knob clockwise. Turn Fan
Control to HIGH.
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Install your air conditioner in a more shaded window.
Water drips from cabinet
into your house
Check if . . .
Then . . .
The air conditioner is not
properly leveled. The air
Level the
air conditioner to provide a %" downward slope toward the outside (l/2 bubble
conditioner should slope
on a carpenter's level [or 1 .l degrees]) to ensure proper drainage. See the Installation
slightly downward toward
Instructions for an illustration. Reposition or shim the cabinet as necessary.
the outside.
NOTE: Do NOT drill a hole in the bottom of the metal base and condensate pan.
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