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Frigidaire FAS296N2A Installation Instructions Manual

Frigidaire fas296n2a: install guide
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Installation Instructions

Please read ALL instructions before installing. Two people are
recommended to install this product. If a new electrical outlet
is required, have the outlet installed by a qualified electrician
before installing unit. See#5 in Preliminary Instructions
following.

Preliminary Instructions

Do the following before starting to install unit. See illustrations
below.
1. Check window opening size - the mounting parts furnished
with this air conditioner are made to install in a wooden
sill double-hung window. The standard parts are for a
window opening of 31''(711 mm) minimum to 42''(1067
mm) maximum width. Open sash to a minimum of 19''
(483 mm). (FIG. 1)
2. Check condition of window - all wood parts of window
must be in good shape and able to firmly hold the needed
screws. If not, make repairs before installing unit.
3. Check your storm windows - if your storm window
frame does not allow the clearance required, correct by
adding a piece of wood as shown in FIG. 2, or by removing
storm window while room air conditioner is being installed.
(continued)
FIG. 1
STORM WINDOW FRAM E OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
For Heavy Duty
1
SAFETY LOCK AND
3/4'' LONG HEX HEAD
SCREW
STORM WINDOW FRAME OR
OTHER OBSTRUCTION
BOARD THICKNESS AS
REQUIRED, ALONG
ENTIRE STOOL. FASTEN
WITH TWO NAILS OR
SCREWS.
309000906(11/03)

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Do the following before starting to install unit. See illustrations below. 1. Check window opening size - the mounting parts furnished with this air conditioner are made to install in a wooden sill double-hung window. The standard parts are for a window opening of 31''(711 mm) minimum to 42''(1067 mm) maximum width.

  • Page 2: Tools Required

    3-prong grounding plug. 6. Carefully unpack air conditioner - remove all packing material. Protect floor or carpet from damage. Two people should be used to move and install unit. Tools Required √...

  • Page 3: Window Mounting

    FIG. 2 PLASTIC FRAME FIG. 3 AIR CONDITIONER VIEW 3. Insert top and bottom legs of window filler panel frame into channel in the top angle and bottom rail. Do both sides. 4. Insert washer head locking screws (2) into holes in top leg of f iller panel frame (see Step 6).
  • Page 4 Place Cabinet in Window 1. Open window and mark center of window stool. 2. Place cabinet in window with bottom stool angle firmly seated over window stool as shown. Bring window down temporarily behind top angle to hold cabinet in place.
  • Page 5 Extend Window Filler Panels 1. Carefully raise window to expose filler panel locking screws. Loosen screws so filler panels slide easily. LOCKING SCREWS 2. Extend panels to fill window opening completely. Tighten locking screws on top. 3. Close window behind top angle. Install Window Lock and Sash Seal 1.

  • Page 6: Thru-The-Wall Installation

    NOTE: Consult local building codes prior to installation, or a qualified carpenter. Select Wall Location This air conditioner has a slide-out chassis, so it can be installed through an outside wall up to 12'' thick. IMPORTANT: Side louvers must never be blocked.
  • Page 7 NOTE: If wall thickness is 8-1/2'' or more, add aluminum flashing over bottom of frame opening to assure no water can enter area between inner and outer wall. CAULK AS REQUIRED ALUMINUM FLASHING OVER BOTTOM OF FRAME Prepare and Install Cabinet 1.

  • Page 8: Masonry Construction

    OPTIONAL: Caulking and installation of trim on interior wall may be done. You can buy wood from your local lumber or hardware supply. On the outside, caulk openings around top and sides of cabinet, and all sides of wood sleeve to the opening. NOTE: See Step 7, Item 3 of Window Mounting Instructions for bottom rail seal location.

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