1. PREFACE ...3 1.1 FEATURES...3 1.2 SPECIFICATIONS ...3 1.3 LOCATIONS OF CONTROLS ...4 1.4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...4 1.5 INSULATION RESISTANCE TEST ...4 2. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 MECHANICAL PARTS ...5 2.1.1 FRONT GRILLE ...5 2.1.2 CABINET...5 2.1.3 CONTROL BOARD ...5 2.2 AIR HANDLING PARTS ...6 2.2.1 AIR GUIDE UPPER ...6 2.2.2 ORIFICE, TURBO FAN AND FAN ...6 2.2.3 MOTOR ...7...
This service manual provides various service information, including the mechanical and electrical parts, etc. This room air conditioner was manufactured and assembled under a strict quality control system. The refrigerant is charged at the factory. Be sure to read the safety precautions prior to servicing the unit.
Thermostat Warmer Cooler Temperature CAUTION : After switching the air conditioner from Cool to Off or Fan, wait at least 3 minutes before switching it back to Cool. 1.4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. When servicing, set the ROTARY SWITCH to Off and unplug the power cord.
2. DISASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 MECHANICAL PARTS 2.1.1 FRONT GRILLE 1. Disconnect the unit from source of power. 2. Remove the two knobs by pulling them off. Using a screwdriver, remove the screw that secures the front grille to control board. (See Figure 1) 3.
2.2 AIR HANDLING PARTS 2.2.1 AIR GUIDE UPPER 1. Disconnect the unit from the power source. 2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 2.1.1) 3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2.1.2) 4. Remove the control panel. (Refer to Section 2.1.3) 5.
2.2.3 MOTOR 1. Disconnect the unit from the power source. 2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 2.1.1) 3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2.1.2) 4. Remove the control panel. (Refer to Section 2.1.3) 5. Remove the upper air guide . (Refer to Section 2.2.1) 6.
2.3.2 COMPRESSOR 1. Remove the front grille and cabinet. (Refer to Section 2.1) 2. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant recovery system. 3. Remove the overload protector. (Refer to Section 2.3.1) 4. After discharging the unit completely, unbraze the suction and discharge pipes at the compressor connections.
2.3.6 POWER CORD 1. Disconnect the unit from source of power. 2. Remove the front grille. (Refer to Section 2.1.1) 3. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to Section 2.1.2) 4. Remove a screw that secures control panel to base pan. (Refer to Section 2.1.3) 5.
2.4.2 EVAPORATOR 1. Remove the cabinet. 2. Discharge the refrigerant by using a refrigerant recovery system. 3. Remove the upper air guide .(Refer to Section 2.2.1) 4. After discharging the refrigerant completely, unbraze the interconnecting tube at the evaporator connections. 5.
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Equipment needed: Vacuum pump, charging cylinder, manifold gauge, brazing equipment, pinch-off tool capable of making a vapor proof seal, leak detector, tubing cutter, hand tools to remove components and service valve. CONDENSER (HIGH PRESSURE SIDE) COMPRESSOR EXTERNAL VACUUM PUMP Figure 21A-Pulling Vacuum COMPOUND GAUGE MANIFOLD GAUGE...
This will help you to understand the refrigeration cycle and the flow of the refrigerant in the cooling cycle. EVAPORATOR COILS COMPLETE LIQUID BOIL OFF POINT COOLED ROOM AIR HEAT LOAD LIQUID PRESSURE DROP ROOM AIR CONDITIONER CYCLE OF REFRIGERATION VAPOR INLET SUCTION LINE COOL LOW PRESSURE VAPOR OUTSIDE COOLING AIR FOR REFRIGERANT PASS THROUGH MOTOR...
3.3 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE In general, possible trouble is classified in two categories. The one is called Starting Failure which is caused by an electrical defect. The other is Ineffective Air Con- ditioning caused by a defect in the refrigeration circuit and/or improper application. Unit is running but cooling is ineffective.
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Check power source. Check control switch setting. Compressor fails only to start. Drop of power voltage. Defect of compressor or capacitor. Capacitor check. Replacement. Irregular motor resistance ( ) Irregular motor insulation ( ) Replacement of compressor . Fails to Start Improper thermostat setting Loose terminal...
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ROOM AIR CONDITIONER VOLTAGE LIMITS NAME PLATE RATING 115V ± 10% COMPLAINT Fan motor will not run. No power Power supply cord Rotary switch Wire disconnected or connection loose Capacitor (Discharge capacitor before testing.) Will not rotate Fan motor runs.
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COMPLAINT Fan motor noise. Blower Loose set screw Worn bearings Compressor will not run, Voltage fan motor runs. Wiring Rotary Thermostat Capacitor (discharge capacitor before servicing.) Compressor Overload Compressor cycles on Voltage overload. Overload CAUSE If cracked, out of balance, or partially missing, replace it.
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COMPLAINT Compressor cycles on Fan motor overload. Condenser air flow restriction Condenser fins (damaged) Capacitor Wiring Refrigeration system Insufficient cooling Air filter Unit undersized Excessive noise Blower or fan Copper tubing CAUSE If not running, determine the cause. Replace if required.
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