Location Requirements; Electrical Requirements - Whirlpool YACQ088XP0 Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where the air conditioner will be installed.
Proper installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have
everything necessary for correct installation.
The location should provide:
• Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 cm) of where
the power cord exits the air conditioner.
NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.
• Free movement of air to rooms to be cooled.
• A large enough opening for the air conditioner. Installation
parts are supplied for double-hung windows.
• Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air
conditioner weighs 56 Ibs (25 kg) to 80 Ibs (36 kg).
NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able
to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
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Window installation
Window opening measurements:
• 26 in. (66 cm) minimum to 38 in. (95.5 cm) maximum
opening width.
• 16 in. (40.6 cm) minimum opening height.
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A. 26 in. (66 cm) minimum
B. 16 in. (40.6 cm) minimum
Electrical Shock Hazard
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Do not remove ground prong.
Do not use an adapter.
Do not use an extension cord.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
death, fire, or electrical shock,
In the U.S. only: If codes permit and a separate ground wire is
used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine
that the ground path is adequate.
Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure air
conditioner is grounded.
A three-wire, single-phase, 60-Hz, AC-only, electrical supply is
required on a separate circuit. A 15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker is required. Copper wire (14 gauge) is required.
The fuse size must not exceed the circuit rating specified on the
model and serial number label. The model and serial number
label is located on the right-hand side of the cabinet.
Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart. Follow the
requirements for the type of plug on the power supply cord.
Power supply cord Wiring requirements
plug outlet
• 115 volt (103.5 rain. -
126.5 max.)
(_ _ • 0-12 amperes
• 15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
• 14 gauge copper wiring
Recommended ground method
For your personal safety, this air conditioner must be grounded.
This air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord having
a grounded 3 prong plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the
cord must be plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet,
grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a
mating outlet is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to
have a properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a licensed
installer.
It is the customer's responsibility:
• To contact a qualified electrical installer.
• To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in
conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 -
latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:
National Fire Protection Association
One Batterymarch Park
Quincy, Massachusetts 02269