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Before calling for service, review this list, It may save you time and expense.
This
list
Avoid
Service
Checklist
includes common occurrences
that are not the result of defective workmanship
or
materials
in this appliance,
OCCURRENCE
Air conditioner
will not operate.
Air from unit does not feel cold
enough.
Air conditioner cooling, but room is
too warm--ice forming on cooling
coil behind decorative front.
Air conditioner cooling, but room is
too warm--NO ice forming on
cooling coil behind decorative front.
Air conditioner turns on and off
rapidly.
Noise when unit is cooling.
Water dripping INSIDE when unit is
cooling.
SOLUTION
Wall plug disconnected.
Push plug firmly into walt outlet.
Plug Current Device Tripped. Press the Reset button.
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or reset
circuit breaker.
Control is OFF. Turn Control ON and set to desired FAN or COOL setting.
Unit turned off and then on too quickly, wait3 minutes before compressor wilt
automatically restart.
Thermostat set too HI. Adjust thermostat to lower number for cooling.
Room temperature below 60F (16oC). Cooling may not occur until room temperature
rises above 60F (16oC).
Temperature sensor touching cold coil, located behind air filter.
Reset to a Lower temperature.
Compressor shut- off by changing modes. Wait approximately
3 minutes, and listen for
compressor to restart when set in the COOL modes.
Outdoor temperature below 60F (16oC). To defrost the coil, set selector to FAN ONLY
Mode.
Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section. To defrost, set
selector to FAN ONLY Mode.
Temperature is set too Low for night-time cooling. To defrost the coil, set to FAN ONLY
Mode. Then, set Temperature to a Higher number.
Dirty air filter- air restricted. Clean air filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
Temperature is set too High. Set temperature to a Lower number.
Air directional louvers positioned improperly. Position louvers for better air distribution.
Front of unit is blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc. - restricts air distribution. Clear
blockage in front of unit.
Doors, windows, registers, etc. open - cold air escapes. Close doors, windows,
registers, etc.
Unit recently turned on in hot room. Allow additional time to remove "stored heat" from
walls, ceiling, floor and furniture.
Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter.
Outside temperature extremely hot. Set FAN speed to a faster setting to bring air past
cooling coils more frequently.
Air movement sound. This is normal. If too loud, set to a slower FAN setting.
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.
Improper installation. Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage.
Refer to installation instructions - check with installer.
Water dripping
OUTSIDE
when unit is
Unit removing
large quantity
of moisture
from humid
room. This is normal
during
cooling,
excessively
humid days.
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