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Please complete and mail the owner registration card furnished with this product or register on-line at www.friedrich.com (USA only). For your future convenience, record the model information here. MODEL NUMBER...
The Friedrich ZStar_ is designed to give maximum comfort and quietness. Table of Contents Introduction .................. 2 Safety Precautions ............... 3 How to operate your Friedrich ZStar_ ........5 Installation Instructions ............... 8 Troubleshooting Tips ..............15 Warranty ..................16...
Introduction Before Operating Your Unit Make sure the wiring is adequate for your unit. If you have fuses, they should be of the time delay type. Before you installor relocate this unit, be sure that the amperage rating of the circuit breaker or time delay fuse does not exceed the amp rating listed in figure 1. DO NOT use an extension cord.
Safety Precautions To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed. • Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instruction will cause harm or damage, the seriousness is classified by the following indications, WARNING "...
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Safety Precautions • tt may cause an injury, • Water may enter the unit and • An oxygen shortage may occur, degrade the insulation, It may cause an electric shock, ® • Do not use this air conditioner to • Since the fan rotates at high •...
How to OperateYourZStar RoomAir Conditioner The controls will look like the following. Walt three minutes before restarting OFeF High High L°Wo\ /e Med Fan " _ -Cool Low ecool Controls When the air conditioner has finished cooling the room and is turned off or set to the fan position, wait at least 3 minutes before resetting to the cooling operation again.
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How to OperateYourZStar_ RoomAir Conditioner Additional controls and important information. Vent Control The vent control is located above the control knobs. When set at CLOSE, only the air inside the room will be circulated and conditioned. When set at OPEN, inside air is exhausted CLOSE _ VENT _ OPEN...
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How to OperateYourZStar RoomAir Conditioner Care and Maintenance Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. from the wall outlet before cleaning. Outdoor Coils The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner should be checked regularly.
Installation Instructions Read these instructions completely and carefully. Before YouBegin NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these CAUTION: instructions w ith the air conditioner after Do not under any circumstances,cut or remove installation iscompleted. the third (ground) prong from the power cord. Do not change the plug on the power cord of NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Installation this air conditioner.
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Installation Instructions Electrical safety For the user'spersonal safety,this appliancemust be properlygrounded The power cord of thisappliance is equipped with a three-prong(grounding) plug. Use this with a standard three-slot (grounding) wall power outlet to minimize the hazard of electric shock. The customer should have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the PREFERRED_D...
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Installation Instructions Learning part names prior to installation will help you understanding the installation procedure. Features 1, CABINET 7, AIR FILTER 2, HORIZONTAL AIR DEFLECTOR 8, CONTROL BOARD (VERTICAL LOUVER) 9, POWER CORD 3, VERTICAL AIR DEFLECTOR 10, EVAPORATOR (HORIZONTAL LOUVER) 11, CONDENSER 4, AIR DISCHARGE...
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Installation Instructions Read completely, then follow step-by step. Select the Best Location Step 1. To prevent vibrationand noise, make sure FENCE the unit is installedsecurelyand firmly _Ip_rj _GEA T Step 2. If possible,installthe unit wheresunlight does notshine directly on the unit. ___-rl :=-- I RADIATION Step 3.
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Installation Instructions Preparing the Unit for Installation V"Remove the 2 shipping screws from the back Shipping screws of the case. V"Remove the 2 screws on each side of the case. Keep these for later use. V"Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the case.
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Installation Instructions Install the Case in the Window Step 1. Open the window and mark the centerline of the window stool (or desired air conditioner location). Step 2. Carefully place the case on the window stool and align the center mark on the bottom front with the centerline of the stool Step 3.
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To Reverse the Grille Opening The Friedrich ZQ08 and ZQ10 have a reversible grille. The grille is designed to open from both the top and the bottom. To reverse the grille opening, you must follow the following steps: Step 1.
Troubleshooting Tips Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service. Normal Operation • You may hear a pinging noise caused by water being picked up and thrownagainst the condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is high.
FIRST YEAR ANY PART: If any part supplied by FRIEDRICH fails because of a defect in workmanship or material within twelve months from date of original purchase, FRIEDRICH will repair the product at no charge, provided room air conditioner is reasonably accessible for service.
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FRIEDRICH AIR CONDITIONING Visit our web site at www fdeddch corn Post Office Box 1540. 4200 N Pan Am Expressway. San Antonio, Texas 78295-1540 . (210) 357-4400. FAX (210) 357-4480 P/NO: 3828A20126L...
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