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Installation Instructions stallat Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips USER MANUAL Remote Control Operating Instructions RAC-WK0511CMU RAC-WK0611CRU RAC-WK0811ESCWU Warning notices: Before using this product, please read this manual carefully and keep RAC-WK1011ESCWU it for future reference. RAC-WK1211ESCWU The design and specifications are subject to...
Owner’s Manual Safety Precautions ...................... 3 Unit Specifi cations ...................... 7 Operating Instructions ....................9 Installation Instructions ..................15 Care and Cleaning ....................33 Troubleshooting Tips ....................34 Remote Control Operating Instructions ............35 Read This Manual Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your air conditioner.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the instructions shown here must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage. The level of risk is shown by the following indications. This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
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WARNING • Do not open the unit during operation. It may cause electric shock. • Do not use the power cord near fl ammable gas or combustibles, such as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc. It may cause an explosion or fi re. CAUTION •...
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NOTE WARNING - Electrical Information The power supply cord with this air conditioner The complete electrical rating of your new room contains a current detection device designed to air conditioner is stated on the serial plate. reduce the risk of fi re. Refer to the rating when checking the electrical requirements.
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Operation of Current Device The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord. To test your power supply cord as follows: Plug in the air conditioner. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug head. Press the TEST button, you will notice a click as the RESET button pops out.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Normal Sounds RAC-WK05 Models High Pitched Chatter High efficiency compressors may have a high pitched sound during Pinging or Switching Sound of Rushing Air cooling cycle. Droplets of water In front of the unit, you hitting condenser may hear the sound of during normal rushing air being moved operation may cause...
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Air Conditioner Features (general) WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to people or property, read the SAFETY PRECAUTIONS before operating this appliance. This air conditioner is designed to be operated under conditions as follows: Outdoor temp.: 64 ~ 109°F / 18 ~ 43°C Cooling Operation Indoor temp.:...
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Air Conditioner Features (only RAC-WK05) NOTE COOL COOL The controls featured in this manual are representative of many available models. Your model may off er slightly diff erent features. TEMP COOL MODE The desired cool setting is selected by rotating the knob to the right to the appropriate location.
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Key Pad Features Wi-Fi Indicator Light Power Display (Wi-Fi models only) Button Energy Clean Timer Sleep Mode Up ( ) and Down ( ) Saver Filter Button Button Button Buttons Button TO TURN UNIT ON OR OFF: mode and the unit will continue to operate as originally programmed.
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To operate on Auto feature: The selected time will register in 5 seconds, and the system will automatically revert back When you set the air conditioner in AUTO to display the previous temperature setting or mode, it will automatically select cooling, room temperature when the unit is on.
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Air Directional Louvers The louvers will allow you to direct the air fl ow Up or Down on some Levers models) and Left or Right throughout the room as needed. Pivot horizontal louvers until the desired Up/Down direction is obtained. Move the Levers from side to side until the desired Left/Right Air Direction direction is obtained.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Window Requirements WARNING - Before You Begin Your air conditioner is designed to install in Read these instructions completely and standard double hung windows with opening carefully. widths of 23 to 36 inches (584mm to 914mm). • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local inspector’s use.
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1. Prepare the Window Lower sash must open suffi ciently to allow a clear vertical opening (H) of following size (see Table 1). Side louvers and the rear of the AC must have clear air space to allow enough airfl ow through the condenser, for heat removal.
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RAC-WK05 Models RAC-WK06/08/10/12/15/18 Models C. Align the hole in the top rail with those in the top of the Fig. B unit as shown in Fig. B. Fig.B D. Secure the top rail to the Fig. C Fig.C unit with the 3/8” Screws as shown in Fig.
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B. Slide the free end “ “ section of the panel directly into the “I” section cabinet as shown in Fig. 2. Slide the panel down. Be sure to leave enough space to slip the top and bottom of the frame into the rails on the cabinet.
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B. Extend the side panels out against the window frame (Fig. 6). window frame Fig. 6 Fig. 5 5. Install Support Bracket A. Place the frame lock between the frame extensions and the window sill as shown (Fig. 7). Drive 3/4” (19mm) or 1/2” (12.7mm) locking screws through the frame lock and into the sill.
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6. Install R1 Hardware (only by applicable to Energy Star models) In order to minimize air leaks and ensure optimal insulation, it is necessary to install the included R1 hardware to the side curtain. Follow the instructions below. Step 1. After the unit is installed to the window, measure the inner width of the side curtain as shown (Fig.
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7. Install Wheathers Stripping (only by applicable to Energy Star models) In order to minimize air leaks between the room air conditoner and the window opening, trim the weather sttipping with a proper length, peel off the protective backing and plug any gaps if needed (Fig.
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Installation Instructions (only WK15 / WK18 models) Preliminary Instructions WARNING - Before You Begin Read these instructions completely and Window Sash Seal carefully. • IMPORTANT - Save these instructions for local Safety Lock and 3/4“ (or 1/2” ) Long inspector’s use. Hex Head Screw •...
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Preliminary Instructions (cont.) Hardware (Packed with the unit) 2. Check condition of window - all wood parts 7/16 in Locking screw and of window must be in good shape and able Flat washer for window 2 ea. to fi rmly hold the needed screws. If not, make panels repairs before installing unit.
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A. Window Mounting 1 Remove Chassis Front Panel Pull down front grille and remove fi lter. (See Fig. 1). Lift front grille upwards and place to one side. Fig. 1 Front Grille Locate the four front screws and remove. These screws will be needed to re-install the front panel (see Fig.
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Add two foam inserts to holes in top of cabinet where shipping screws were removed from (see Fig. 6). Fig. 6 10. Your unit may come with internal packaging. This packaging Shipping Packaging must be removed prior to installing the air conditioner back into the cabinet.
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4 Place Cabinet in 1. Open window and mark center of window stool as shown (Fig. 11). Fig. 11 2. Place cabinet in window with bottom stool angle fi rmly seated over window stool as shown. Bring window down temporarily Stool behind top angle to hold cabinet in place (Fig.
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Assemble sill angle bracket to support brackets 1/2” Long Screws Left at the marked position (Fig. 15B). Hand tighten, and Locknuts but allow for any changes later. Locknut Right Sill Angle Bracket Flat Head Bolt 2 Each Required For Fig. 14B Each Support Bracket NOTE 1/4”...
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4. Attach the top angle to window frame: Use a 3/32 drill bit to drill one hole through the hole in the middle of top angle into the window frame, and drive one 3/4” (or 1/2”) 3/4” (or 1/2” ) HEX-HEAD locking screw through hole in the long Hex-head middle of top angle into the window frame...
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9 Install Chassis into Cabinet and Install Front to Unit Lift air conditioner and carefully slide into cabinet leaving 6 in protruding. DO NOT push on controls or fi nned coils. 3. Be sure chassis is firmly seated towards rear of cabinet. 4.
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11 INSTALL WEATHER STRIPPING (only be applicable to Energy star models) In order to minimize air leaks between the room air conditoner and the window opening, trim the weather sttipping with a proper length, peel off the protective backing and plug any gaps if needed (Fig.
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2 Prepare Wall Prepare wall in frame construction (including brick and stucco veneer). Working from inside the room, fi nd wall stud nearest the center of area where air conditioner will be installed (by sounding wall, or by magnetically fi nding nails). 3-3/8"...
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3 Prepare and Install Cabinet Measure from Fig. 28 the cabinet edge 1. Slide chassis from cabinet. Refer back to Step one of Window 1/4” 5/8” About 1 to 1 Mounting. Place cabinet into opening with bottom rail resting fi rmly on bottom board of wooden frame.
• Remove the fi lter by sliding out from the right-hand side. (only RAC-WK0511CMU) • Push the vent handle to the Vent Closed position (where applicable). •...
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. Problem Solution Wall plug disconnected. Push plug fi rmly into wall outlet. House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
REMOTE CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Handling the Remote Controller Location of the remote controller • Use the remote controller within a distance of 5 meters from the appliance, pointing it towards the receiver. Reception is confi rmed by a beep. CAUTIONS •...
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Remote Control Specifi cations Model RG15A(B)/E Rated Voltage 3.0V (Lithium battery CR2025) Lowest Voltage of CPU Emitting Signal 2.4 V Signal Receiving Range Environment -5 °C 60 °C (23°F~140°F) NOTE • Buttons design is based on typical model and might be slightly diff erent from the actual one you purchased, the actual shape shall prevail.
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Function Buttons MODE button ON/OFF button Operation starts when this Press this button to select button is pressed and stops the desired operation mode. when the button is pressed again. NOTE: If the unit has ENERGY SAVER function, it will initiate automatically the Energy Saver function under Cool, Dry, and Auto (only...
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How to Use the Buttons Auto operation Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air conditioner. Press the MODE button to select Auto. Press the TEMP UP/DOWN button to set the desired temperature.
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Dehumidifying operation Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air conditioner. Press the MODE button to select Dry. Press the TEMP UP/DOWN button to set the desired temperature. NOTE In the Dehumidifying mode, you can not switch the fan speed. It has already been automatically controlled.
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COMBINED TIMER (Setting both ON and OFF timers simultaneously) AUTO STOP >AUTO START (On > Stop > Start operation) This feature is useful when you want to stop the air conditioner after you go to bed, and start it again in the morning when you wake up or when you return home.
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Energy saver operation In this mode, the fan will continue to run for 3 minutes after the compressor shuts off. The fan then cycles on for 2 minutes at 10 minute intervals until the room temperature is above the set temperature, at which time the compressor turns back on and cooling stars.
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WARNING: Chemical Burn Hazard. Keep batteries away from children. This product contains a lithium button/coin cell battery. If a new or used lithium button/coin cell battery is swallowed or enters the body, it can cause severe internal burns and can lead to death in as little as 2 hours. Always completely secure the battery compartment.
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