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Fig. 6
Troubleshooting tips
Problem
Solution
Outdoor temperature below 18°C(64°F).
Air
To defrost the coil, set selector to FAN
conditioner
position. Then, set thermostat to warmer
cooling,
position.
but room
is too
Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter.
warm- ice
Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
forming
To defrost, set selector to FAN.
on cooling
coil
Thermostat set too cold for night-time
behind
cooling. To defrost the coil, set selector to
decorative
a FAN position. Then, set thermostat to a
front.
warmer position.
Dirty air filter- air restricted. Clean
Air
air filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning
conditioner
section.
cooling,
Thermostat set too warm. Turn thermostat
but room
clockwise to a colder setting.
is too
warm- NO
Air directional louvres positioned
ice forming
improperly. Position louvres for better air
on cooling
distribution.
coil behind
decorative
Front of units is blocked by drapes,
front.
blinds, furniture, etc. - restricts air
distribution. Clear blockage in front of
unit.
Doors, windows, registers, etc. Open-cold
air escapes. Close doors, windows,
registers.
Unit recently turned on in hot room.
Allow additional time to remove
Stored heat from walls, ceiling, floor
and furniture.
Air
Dirty air filter- air restricted. Clean air
conditioner
filter.
turns on
Outside temperature extremely hot.
and off
Set to high cool to bring air past
rapidly
cooling coils more frequently
Air movement sound. This is normal . If
Noise when
too loud, turn selector to lower FAN
unit is
setting.
cooling
Sound of fan hitting water-moisture
removal system. This is normal when
humidity is high. Close doors, windows
and registers.
Window vibration - poor installation.
Refer to installation instructions or
check with installer.
Water
Improper installation. Tilt air conditioner
dripping
slightly to the outside to allow water
INSIDE when
drainage. Refer to installation instructions
unit is
- check with installer.
cooling.
Water
Unit
removing
dripping
moisture from humid room. This is
OUTSIDE
normal during excessively humid days.
when unit is
cooling.
Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and money. This list includes common occurrences
that are not the result of defective workman-ship or materials in this appliance.
Problem
Solution
Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly
Air
into wall outlet.
conditioner
does not
House fuse blown or circuit breaker
start
tripped. Replace fuse with time delay
type or reset circuit breaker.
large
quantity
of
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