Frigidaire FRS124YW10 Use & Care Manual

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  • Page 1 FRIGIDA!
  • Page 2: Welcome

    Thank you for choosing Frigidaire. This manual contains all of the information required to guarantee your safety and the appropriate use of your air conditioner. Please read all of the instructions before using the air conditioner and keep this manual for future reference.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Con|en|s 01. Welcome ................... 02. Environmental advices ................03. Contents ....................04. Safety precautions ............... 05. Installation: Choosing the installation site ............Parts list ..................Indoor unit installation ............Outdoor unit installation ............Refrigerant piping connedion ............. Electrical work ..............5.7 Air Purge ...................
  • Page 4 6.6 How the air conditioner works ........- Automatic operation Cool/heat and fan only operation Dry operation Airflow direction adjustment Sleep mode Timer operation Optimal operation 6.7 How to use the indoor unit ............Adjusting air flow direction Adjusting the vertical air flow direction (up/down) To set the horizontal air flow direction (left/right) To automatically swing the air flow direction (up/down) 6.8 Manual operation ..............
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safety precautions DANGER! Avoid Serious Injury CAUTION! Avoid Injury or or Death damage to the unit or other property ]. Do not attempt to install the split air 1. Provide occasional ventilation conditioner by yourself. 2. This air conditioner contains no during use.
  • Page 6 Toprevent injury totheuseror otherpeople andproperty d amage, the following instructions mustbefollowed. Incorrect operation dueto ignoring ofinstructions maycause harmor damage. The seriousness is classified by the following indications. 1. Connect with the power properly. Otherwise, it may cause electric shock or fire due to excess heat generation.
  • Page 7 I 1.Do not open the unit during operation. It may cause electric shock or injury. 12.Do not drink water drained from air conditioner. It contains contaminants and could make you sick. 13.Do not disassemble or modify unit. It may cause failure of appliance and electric shock.
  • Page 8: Installation

    Choosing the installation site Installation Warnings 1. Carefully read the installation manual before beginning. 2. Follow each step as shown. 3. Observe all local, state, and national electrical codes and by qualified, licensed, authorized personnel only. 4. Pay attention to danger and safety notices Precautions for Installation Installation at the following sites may cause problems.
  • Page 9 indoorUnit 1. Theunitmustbeinstalled a ta ft(2.5 meters) from the ground. site 8. The site must allow for the easy that does not obstruct the flow of removal of the connector pipe and air. drain hose. 2. The site must support the weight of 9.
  • Page 10: Parts List

    Parts list NUMBER PART NAME QTY. installation plate Drain Joint capacity <-. 1 8000 Btu's Self-tapping scr ewA#7 XI" capacity >/24000 Btu's Remote controller O1/4" Liquid side Connecting pipe O3/8" (capacity <-. 1 2000 Btu's) assembly Gas side O1/2" (capacity <-. 1 8000 Btu's) 05/8"...
  • Page 11 More t han 6" indoor unit More than 6" Air filter More than 1.65' More than 1 ' More than 1.65' More than 6.6' Outdoor unit Attention 1.This i Uustration isfore×plonotion purposes only. 2. Copper robes must beinsulated independently...
  • Page 12: Indoor Unit Installation

    indoor unit installation installation plates and dimensions 6" or more from the ceiling _<12000 Bfu's (A:33.31" B:10.83") 6" or more from ceiling Installation plate ........Indoor unit outline __..' ............ m........6,,ormore 6"ormore from the wall[ II "11_1 8 _,, II 0 I1_°11_1[°...
  • Page 13 6" or more from the ceiling Installation plate Indoor unit outline _,,, _- ........_ ......_, or more -'[I from the wall 0<'11:1 _}"or more |I fromthew2 '--' I 1,97" - _,97" ! ,4", I_1t_1 Refrigerant pipe lalt_l I Refrigerant pipe hole(right) 02.56"...
  • Page 14 Connective pipe and drainage installation Connective pipe Pipe cover Pipe Pipe cover (right) holder (left) 1. For the left-hand and right-hand piping, remove the pipe cover from the side panel. The pipe cover must be kept as it may be used when relocating the air conditioner to any other place.
  • Page 15 3. Piping can easily be made by lifting the indoor unit with a cushioning material between the indoor unit and the wall. Get it out after finish piping. 4. Push the lower part of the indoor unit up on the wall, Then move the indoor unit from side to side, up and down to check if it is Cushioning...
  • Page 16: Outdoor Unit Installation

    Outdoor unit installation 1. Install the outdoor part of the unit on a rigid surface to avoid excess noise and vibration. 2. Direct the air vent toward an area without obstacles. 3. InstalJ the unit at the site where it is exposed to as little wind as possible, especially in areas where it is frequently windy.
  • Page 17 Settlement of outdoor unit Anchor the outdoor unit tightly and Air,inl_ horizontally on a concrete or rigid inlet mount with a bolt and nut 0.39" or 0.32" diameter (Purchased separately). Air outlet Outdoor unit dimension fl(WxHxD) A(fl) B(fl) 2.78'xl .77'xl.05' 1.77' 0.94' 1.84'...
  • Page 18: Refrigerant Piping Connedion

    Refrigerant piping connection Unit comes with ] 6.4' tubing bundle. It is not recommended to cut. If too long, loop for excess. Note: Keep original bend so not kinking of the tube occurs. Flaring work Main cause for refrigerant leakage is due to defect in the flaring work.
  • Page 19 4. Flaring work. Firmly hold copper pipe in a N-_-_x_ die in the dimension shown in Copper the table below. pipe Handle ,,, A (inch} OUTER DIAMETER (inch} Max. Min. Y°ke 0.051 0.028 0.063 0.039 ow mark 0.071 0.039 Clamp 0.095 0.087 handle...
  • Page 20: Electrical Work

    Electrical work Electric safety regulations for the initial Installation 1. If there is serious safety problem 5. According to the attached about the power supply, the Electrical Connection Diagram technicians should refuse to install located on the panel of the outdoor unit to connect the wire.
  • Page 21 Connect the cable to the indoor unit Electrical box 1. The inside and outside connecting cover cable can be connected without removing the front grille. 2. Connecting cable between indoor unit and outdoor unit shall be approved polychloroprene sheathed flexible cord, type designation 16AWG or heavier cord.
  • Page 22 Connect the cable to the outdoor unit Remove the electrical control board cover from the outdoor unit by loosening the screw. 2. Connect the connective cables to the terminals as identified with their respective matched numbers on the terminal block of indoor and outdoor units.
  • Page 23: Air Purge

    Caution After the confirmation of the above conditions, prepare the wiring as follows: 1. Never fail to have an individual power circuit specifically for the air conditioner. As for the method of wiring, be guided by the circuit diagram posted on the inside of control cover. 2.
  • Page 24 Air purging with vacuum pump 1. Check that each tube(both liquid and gas side tubes) between the indoor and outdoor units have been properly connected and all wiring for the test run has been completed. Remove the service valve caps from both the gas and the liquid side on the outdoor unit.
  • Page 25 When using the vacuum pump For method of using a manifold valve, refer to its operation manual. indoor unit 1. Completely tighten the flare nuts at connection point A, B, C and D. Connect valve core removal tool to the charging port, then connect Outdoor unit vacuum hose to valve core tool.
  • Page 26: Electrical Safety

    Electrical safety Perform the electric safety check after completing installation: 1. Insulated resistance: The insulated resistance must be more than 2M _]. 2. Grounding work: After finishing grounding work, measure the grounding resistance by visual detection and grounding resistance tester. Make sure the grounding resistance is less than 4_ .
  • Page 27: Test Running

    Test running Perform test operation after completing gas leak check at the flare nut connections and electrical safety check 1. Conned the power, press the ON/OFF button on the remote controller to turn the unit on. 2. Use the MODE button to select COOL, HEAT(Only for models with heating function), AUTO and FAN to check if all the functions work well.
  • Page 28: Preparing The Device For Operation

    Preparing the device for operation 1. Conrad a specialist to install the device. 2. Guarantee that the unit is appropriately fastened and complies with all of the aforementioned safety norms. 3. Before operating the air conditioner, ensure that the air filter is installed correctly.
  • Page 29: Product Description

    Product description Front panel Air filter (beneath front panel) Horizontal airflow grille Vertical airflow grille Temperature sensor (insidethe indoor unit) Panel Infrared signal receiver Airinlet Refrigerant gas connector Remote control Indoor unit Connecting cable Detection valve Drain hose and refrigerant connecting pipe Air outlet...
  • Page 30 Display panel (indoor unit) HEAT indicator: This indicator illuminates when the air conditioner is in Heat operation COOL indicator: This indicator illuminates when the air conditioner is in cool operation DIGITAL SCREEN : Show the present adjustments to temperature when air conditioner is operating.
  • Page 31: Remote Control

    Remote control Remote control operation 1. Operation mode: Cool, Heat (Only for models with heating function), DRY, FAN, and AUTO (Automatic). 2. 24 hrs Timer. 3. Internal temperature range selection: 61OF _ 86OF 4. LCD REMOTE CONTROL SPECIFICATIONS Rated voltage Lowest voltage of CPU emiting signal 2.4 V Transmission...
  • Page 32: Whenshouldthe Batteriesbe Replaced

    Whenshouldthe batteriesbe 3. When selecting the function of replaced timer, the remote control sends (automatically) a signal to the indoor 1. Thereis nota "beep" a nymore unit at the specific period. If the fromtheindoorunitwhenusing remote control is left in a position thecontrol r emote or thesignal that the signal is blocked, a 15 lightindicator d oesnotlight.
  • Page 33: Remote Control Description

    Remote control description ON/OFF: Press this button to start the unit operation. Push the button again to stop the unit operation. (oo/[rl_ he_ltin_ mode] MODE: Each time you press the button, a mode is selected in a sequence that goes from AUTO, COOL, DRY, FAN ,and HEAT*, as the following...
  • Page 34 _BLOW: When in cool or dry mode, press "BLOW" button to active or deactive blow function ,the iconc_will display and the indoor 1 .ABOUT LOCK fan will continuely run for 10 Press"+" and "-" buttons simultaneously minutes in order to dry the indoor to lock or unlock the keypad.
  • Page 35: How The Air Conditioner Works

    How the air conditioner works Automatic operation When the Air Conditioner is ready for use, switch on the power and the OPERATION indicator lamp on the display panel of the indoor unit starts illuminating. 1. Use the MODE button to select AUTO. 2.
  • Page 37: Sleep Mode

    SLEEP m ode(Only for > 12000 Btu's) Pressthe sleep button to activate the sleep mode. To deactivate, press the button again. In cooling mode: • The fan speed will be automatically controlled 1 hour 1 hour 7hours • The air conditioner will automatically SLEEP FUNCTION (Cooling...
  • Page 38: Optimal Operation

    To set the stopping time 1. Press the "TIMER OFF" button to activate the auto start timer function. 2. The method of setting is the same as above of "TIMER ON". Exemples: ...?:.:..J t..s::... > > > > (Timer (Timer Off)
  • Page 39: How To Use The Indoor Unit

    How to use the indoor unit Adjusting air flow direction Adjust the air flow direction properly otherwise, it might cause discomfort or cause uneven room temperatures. Adjust the horizontal louver using the remote controller. Adjust the vertical louver manually. To set the horizontal air flow direction (left/right)
  • Page 40 • Press_ll to lock louver in desired position. • The_| button will be disabled when the air conditioner is not in operation (including when the TIMER ON is set). Do not operate the air conditioner for long periods with the air flow direction set downward in cooling or dry mode.
  • Page 41: Manual Operation

    Manual operation (without remote control) Manual operation can be used temporarily in case you can not find the remote controller or its batteries are exhausted. 1. Open and lift the front panel up to an angJe until it remains fixed with a clicking sound.
  • Page 42: Maintenance

    Maintenance Cleaning the indoor unit and remote controller 1. It is necessary to stop the air conditioner and disconnect the power supply before cleaning. 2. Use a dry cloth to wipe the indoor unit and remote controller. 3. A cloth dampened with cold water may be used on the indoor unit if it is very dirty.
  • Page 44: Operation Tips

    Operation tips The following events may occur during normal operation. Protection of the air conditioner. Compressor protection The compressor can't restart for 3 minutes after it stops. Anti-cold air (Only for models with heating function_ The unit is designed not to blow cold air in HEAT mode, when the indoor heat exchanger is in one of the following three situations and the set temperature has not been reached.
  • Page 45 long time or during first use of the unit. A peculiar smell comes out from the indoor unit. This is because the indoor unit gives off smells permeated from building material, furniture or smoke. The air conditioner turns to FAN only mode from COOL or HEAT (Only for models with heating function) mode.
  • Page 46: Solution For Problems

    Solutions for problems If your air conditioner malfunctions, check the following information to find solutions or probable causes of the failure. Do not try to repair the unit by yourself, if these solutions do not solve the failures, call your local service repair team.
  • Page 47: Major Appliance Warranty

    Major Appliance Warranty Your applianceis covered by a limited one-yearwarranty and a limited 2-5 year warranty on the sealed system(the compressor, condenser,evaporator and tubing). For one year from your original date of purchase, Electroluxwill pay all costs for repairing or repladng any parts of this appliancethat prove to be defective in materialsor workmanship when such applianceis installed, used and maintained in accordancewith the provided instructions.From the second to the fifth year from your original purchasedate, Electroluxwill repair or replaceany parts in the Sealed...
  • Page 48 Major Appliance Warranty Damages caused by: services performed by unauthorized service companies; use of parts other than genuine Electrolux parts or parts obtained from persons other than authorized service companies; or external causes such as abuse, misuse, inadequate power supply, accidents, fires, or acts of God.

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