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COMFORT-AIRE RADS-181A User Manual

COMFORT-AIRE RADS-181A User Manual

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  • Page 1 6 Comm ON/OFF MODE SPEEE TIMER TEMP/TIME ................... RADS-181A Reedioetroctione before inetoling, @! !-866-217-5782 for question_ en pnrts end _ervi_e_o Life Ioe io_trection_ evnnt de pro_6der_ Pinetdlotien. Peer toute_que_tion_ _oncernontle_pi6_e_et lbntretien_ _ompo_ez b 1-866..217..5782. Leolos Inetrocdone$ antes de in$t_lnrel opnroto Lbme_oed 1-66_.2f7-5782 el tieneprelontes _obre repoeetoeo _ervidos 0010555512...
  • Page 2 Thank you for buying a dependable, energy-saving and easyotoooperate room air conditioner. This manual contains useful information for you to maintain, operate, install and safely use your room air conditioner° Your air conditioner cleans, cools and dehumidifies the air in your room to provide you with the ultimate level of comfort.
  • Page 3 electrical outlet w ith ] } The air conditioner must be connected to a proper the correct electrical supply. (see table) Proper grounding must be ensured to reduce the risk of shock and fire° DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE GROUNDING PRONG. If you do not have a threeoprong electric receptacle outlet in the wall, have a certified electrician install the proper receptacle.
  • Page 4 PAGE A Word Fro_ ¢omfort°Aire Product Registration Safe,/Precautions Warnings EmectrlcamSafety Energy Saving Guide Features 8-12 Operating Guide Normal Operating Sounds 8-12 Operating Instructions 13_2G Parts Tools 15_2G installing Unit into A Window Clean and Care Gulde 21 _22...
  • Page 5 FoJJowingthe safety messages is very important. These messages can save you from being iniured or kiJJed. Warning symboJs aJert you to be carefuJ and mean Danger° AJways foJJow instructions to be safe and reduce chances of iniury or death. Warning and Danger signs wiJJprecede safety messages.
  • Page 6 ® Air conditioners are designed for use in a double hung "window or through the waJJ installation only. (As applicable in your modal) o While installing unit be sure to tilt air conditioner 5 degrees outward to have the water drip outside the house. install the unit on the north side,as that is normally the shaded side_This wiJJenhance the operation of your unit.

  • Page 7: Energy Saver

    vent controller side JOUV@FS touch pad easy-access filters 1 .Thermostat 3 speeds as desired This allows you to adjust the temperature of the c) DEHUMIDIFY air--the lower the setting,the cooler the air This enables your air conditioner to operate as a dehumidifier as well It will remove the excess...
  • Page 8 6°Vent Control Panel lets you set the temperature The Fresh Air vent allows the air conditioner the exact temperature you desire_ to recirculat inside air, draw fresh air into the 1 1 .Electrostatic IFJlter (not all models) room and exhaust stale air to the outside. Being constructed of high efficiency purifying...
  • Page 9 lllUe d OllliSe tiH % Se Hds The following sounds are normally heard during the operation of an air conditioner. ® Cool airflow movement as dictated by the set fan speed. ® Water sounds. This is normal since your air conditioner also acts as a dehumidifier.
  • Page 10 After you plug in the unit, if will perform a self test. A llthe display lights will turn on for 3 seconds. The LED display will read"88"L If any display light fails to turn on you may need service on the unit. After 3 seconds, the unit will automatically go to the stand by mode.
  • Page 11 SPEED TIME_q TEMP / TIME coo[ EN_RG' _AV_R DEHUM Once the mode function is established, you will have to set the fan speed. (See fig. #4) Every time you press the SPEED button, fan speed will change between LO\,% HIGH and MED.
  • Page 12 Fig. # 4 ¢on_roJ P_neJo V_ODE SPE ED TIMER TEMP / TiME HIGH SAVER r)FHUM Timer On or Timer Off mode is used to pre-start or shut off your unit in advance. You can program this up to 24 hours in advance. You can use the Timer in 4 functions, i.e.
  • Page 13 Fig. # 5 Cont.| Pan÷|. MODE SPEE:D TEMP / TIME -_,N lqG_ COOL _p ,,_/_ ¸ =NERG SAVFR _LHU_ Adiusting the Air Flow #irection Airf!ovv' carl be adjusted by changing the direction of the air conditioner's louvers. This can also increase the cooling efficiency of the air conditioner, Adjusting...
  • Page 14 Before you install your air conditioner, check the following: 1) The unit is free of all obstructions inside and outside the room, e.g. drapes, curtains, furniture, plants, shrubs, bushes, trees, other structures like buildings, garage, etc. The air conditioner must have a clear, unobstructed airflow through the condenser remove heat.
  • Page 15 Parts Parts Supplied window seal gasket wood screws 31/32 _' 19/32' long SCFeW basepan angle [ocknut Iocknut curtain aHachment installation bracke_ Remote _-_'_ left and right screws ] 3/32" (left and right) control side curtains Model: RADS 181A You wiJJneed to have the following tools to help you in the installation of your air conditioner.
  • Page 16 Window Opening Requirements The air conditioner is designed to fit into double or single hung sash type windows= Each of the units comes with an installation kit that provides adjustable mounting louvers to fill the gaps between the sides of the unit and the window frame= The chart below reflects the dimensions the units with and without installation kits= Measure your window opening width and compare it to the chart below to ensure that it meets the minimum and maximum window width requirements=...

  • Page 17: Installation

    ASSEMBLE CURTAINS/TOP RAIL Inslall top rail with four ] 3/32 _screws. Slide left-hand curtain assembly into Jeff end of top and botlom rails. Repeat for right-hand currain assembly. Fasten curtain retainer strips to the sides of the outer case with six ] 3/32 _'screws. Storm window installation...
  • Page 18 mNSTALL OUYER CASE mN WINDOW Place outer case in window, Lower sash until it rests behind front flange of top raih Botlom rail must rest behind window siih Toprail sash About Expand both curtains to contact the ..window frame, install four wood screws 31/32 , Two in each upper right and left of the curtains,...
  • Page 19 mNSTALL SASH B_CKET & SEAL GASKET hlstall sash bracket on top of indoor window sash with one wood screw 31/32 to prevent raising of window fl°om the outside, Screw the anchor directly into the side of window frame. For hard wood or metal window frames, drill a pilot hole to start the screw.
  • Page 20 w mm slide-out chassis only Note: Remove the 2 shipping screws on the top of the air conditioner that hold the chassis to the outer shell casing. Once removed, these do not have to be reoinstaJJed. T o ensure that your air conditioner is properly installed in the wall, it is recommended that it be installed by a certified technician who is familiar with through the waJJinstaJJafionso...
  • Page 21 wall Fig. # 20 level 4) The casing should be tilted 1/4" outside so as to drain the excess dehumidified water. 5) Properly insulate any opening between the casing and the frame. 6) Using the screw holes on the sides of the unit, which are for the window mounting kit and the screw holes in the top mounting kit rail, attach the casing to the wood frame°...
  • Page 22 ® The air filter behind the inlet grille should be checked and cleaned at bast once every 2 weeks (or as necessary) to maintain optimal performance the air- conditioner. to remove air fiJter: ]. The grille may be opened from the top for easy maintenance after installation. 2.
  • Page 23 • To store -your air conditioner, after the season, remove the unit from the window as per the instaJJationguide. Repack the unit in its originaJ box and store away. Jfyour unit is instaJJedin a wail or you do not intend to remove it from the window then cover the outside with a winter coven This can be purchased from the retaimer where you purchased your air conditioner or from your mocaJ hardware store.
  • Page 24 Air conditioner is working but roo_ is not ¢ooJlng: The room may have appliances that produce heat. Use an exhaust fan to remove excess heat. ® Redirect the airflow. Remove any obstacles. AIJ doors and windows need to be closed so cod air does not escape the room°...