Care And Cleaning; Energy Saving Ideas - Gree 13-04685 Operating Instructions Manual

Care and Cleaning

Energy Saving Ideas

• Do not block air flow inside with blinds,
curtains or furniture; or outside with
shrubs, enclosures, or other buildings.
• The capacity of the room air conditioner
must fit the room size for efficient and
satisfactory operation.
• Install the room air conditioner on the
shady side of your home. A window that
faces north is best because it is shaded
most of the day.
• Close the fireplace damper, floor and wall
registers so cool air does not escape up the
chimney and into the duct work.
• Keep blinds and drapes in other windows
closed during the sunniest part of the day.
• Clean the air filter as recommended in the
section "Care and Cleaning."
• Proper insulation and weather stripping in
your home will help keep warm air out
and cool air in.
• External house shading with trees, plants or
awnings will help reduce the air
conditioner's work load.
• Operate heat producing appliances such as
ranges, washers, dryers and dishwashers
during the coolest part of the day.
Clean your air conditioner occasionally to
keep it looking new. Be sure to unplug the
unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire
hazards.
Air Filter Cleaning
The air filter should be checked at least once
a month to see if cleaning is necessary.
Trapped particles in the filter can build up
and cause an accumulation of frost on the
cooling coils.
• Push the vent handle to the Vent Closed
position (where applicable).
• Open the front panel.
• Grasp the filter by the center and pull up
and out.
• Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing
detergent and warm water. Rinse filter thor
oughly. Gently shake excess water from the
filter. Be sure filter is thoroughly dry before
replacing.
• Or, instead of washing you may vacuum
the filter clean.
Cabinet Cleaning
• Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to
prevent shock or fire hazard. The cabinet
and front may be dusted with an oil-free
cloth or washed with a cloth dampened in
a solution of warm water and mild liquid
dishwashing detergent. Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dry.
• Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on
the cabinet front.
• Be sure to wring excess water from the
cloth before wiping around the controls.
Excess water in or around the controls may
cause damage to the air conditioner.
• Plug in air conditioner.
Winter Storage
If you plan to store the air conditioner during
the winter, remove it carefully from the win-
dow according to the installation instruc-
tions. Cover it with plastic or return it to the
original carton.
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