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WINDOW / WALL-TYPE ROOM AIR CONDITIONER WA-1511S: 15,000 BTU WA-1811S: 18,500 BTU WA-2211S: 22,000 BTU WA-2511S: 25,000 BTU Thank you for your purchase. Before using your air conditioner, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference.
CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ………………………………...….2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ……………………3 NORMAL SOUNDS …………………………………………..4 AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES ………………………….…4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ………………………….…9 WINDOW MOUNTING ………………………………………11 THROUGH-THE-WALL INSTALLATION ….………………14 MASONRY CONSTRUCTION ………………………………16 CARE AND CLEANING …………………………………...16 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS ………………………………17 SPECIFICATIONS …………………………………………18 REMOTE CONTROL ……………………………………...19 READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner properly.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To prevent injury or property damage, the following instructions must be followed. Failure to follow instructions and incorrect operation may cause harm or damage. Warning marks and classification: Indicates possibility of death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates possibility of injury or property damage. CAUTION WARNING Ensure plug is firmly connected to prevent electric shock or fire due to excess heat generation.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: For some models, the WARNING – For Your Safety power supply cord with this air conditioner contains a current Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and detection device designed to liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. reduce the risk of fire.
NORMAL SOUNDS High Pitched Chatter High efficiency compressors may have a high-pitched chatter Vibration during the cooling cycle. Unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor wall or window construction or incorrect installation. Sound of Rushing Air At the front of the unit, you may hear the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan.
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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES (CONTINUED) NOTE: The following instruction represent the Unit Controls, the same instructions can be used for the Remote Control. TO TURN UNIT ON: DO THIS: Press the On/Off button. TO CHANGE TEMPERATURE SETTING: NOTE: DO THIS: Press or hold either Up (▲) or Down (▼) button until the desired temperature is seen on Press to increase the display.
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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES (CONTINUED) TO SELECT THE NOTE: OPERATING MODE: Press the Mode button to select operating mode. With each press of the button, the mode will go through the following sequence: Auto, Cool, Dry and Fan. The indicator light next to each corresponding mode will illuminate AUTO mode: When the air conditioner is set in AUTO mode, unit will...
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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES (CONTINUED) SLEEP FEATURE: SLEEP feature: When selected in conjunction with COOL mode: Unit will operate at set temperature for 30 minutes. After 30 minutes, unit will increase temperature by 2° F. After another 30 minutes, unit will again increase temperature by 2° F. Unit will operate at the new temperature for 6 hours.
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ADDITIONAL THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW Now that you have mastered the operating procedures, here are some additional features: The Cool circuit has an automatic 3-minute time delay when unit is turned off and on quickly. This protects the compressor from overheating and possible tripping of the circuit breaker. The fan will continue to run during this time.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PARTS LIST AND TOOLS NEEDED TOOLS A large flat blade screwdriver Phillips screwdriver Socket wrenches Adjustable wrench or pliers Tape measure Pencil Level...
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Two people are recommended to install this product. If a new electrical outlet is required, have the outlet installed by a qualified electrician before installing unit. Table 1 Model WA-1511S / WA-1811S WA-2211S / WA-2511S Minimum vertical opening 18.5 inches 19.5 inches...
WINDOW MOUNTING REMOVE CHASIS 1. Pull down the front panel and remove filter. (Fig. 1) 2. Lift front panel upwards and place to one side. 3. Locate the four faceplate screws and remove. These screws will be re-installed later. (Fig. 2) Connector plug 4.
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10. Your unit may come with internal packaging. These packaging materials must be removed before re-inserting the air conditioner back into cabinet. Fig. 5. TOP ANGLE RAIL AND SIDE BRACKET INSTALLATION 1. Place cabinet on a flat and sturdy surface. 2.
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INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKETS ½” long screws and locknuts 1. Hold each support bracket flush against the outside of window stool. Tighten each bracket to the bottom of cabinet. Mark brackets at top level of window stool and remove. 2. Assemble the sill angle brackets to support brackets at the marked positions. Hand tighten, do not over tighten, to allow for any changes later.
SELECT WALL LOCATION This unit has a slide-out chassis, so that it can be installed through an outside wall as specified below. Maximum wall thickness: WA-1511S and WA-1811S = 10” WA-2211S and WA-2511S = 12” IMPORTANT: Side louvers must never be blocked.
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4. Build a wooden frame with the INSIDE dimensions of your model listed above. (Best to measure twice). Frame depth should be the same as wall thickness. Fill in extra space from the opening to the studs with wood spacers. 5.
MASONRY CONSTRUCTION 1. Cut or build a wall opening in the masonry wall similar to the frame construction (refer to Step 2 of Thru-the- wall Installation for a wall thickness greater than 8-1/2 ). 2. Secure the cabinet in place using masonry nails or masonry anchor screws. Another way to do this is to build an in-between frame of 2x4’s as shown in Step 2 (Prepare Wall).
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Before calling for service, review this list, it may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workman-ship or materials in this appliance. PROBLEM SOLUTION Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly into wall outlet. House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped.
REMOTE CONTROL HANDLING THE REMOTE CONTROLLER Location of the remote controller Use the remote control within a distance of 5 meters (5.5 yards) from the appliance, pointing toward the receiver. Reception is confirmed by a beep. CAUTIONS The air conditioner will not operate if curtains, doors or other materials block the signals from the remote controller to the indoor unit.
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REMOTE FUNCTIONS ON/OFF button Operation starts when this MODE button button is pressed and stops Press this button to select the desired when the button is pressed operation mode from AUTO, COOL, DRY again. and FAN. TEMP UP button TEMP DOWN button Push this button to increase the Push this button to decrease the temperature setting in 1°...
USING THE REMOTE Auto Operation Ensure the unit is plugged in and power is available. Press the ON/OFF button to start the air conditioner. Press the MODE button to select AUTO. Press the TEMP UP/DOWN button to set desired temperature. The temperature can be set within the range of 17~30°...
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Sleep Operation 1. Press this button to activate the Sleep mode. This function is available in COOL or AUTO modes only and will maintain the most comfortable temperature for you. 2. In this mode, unit will run at your set temperature for 30 minutes. After the initial 30 minutes, unit will increase set temperature by 1°...
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This guarantee is subject to the following terms: Sunpentown must be notified of the fault. Proof of purchase must be presented to Sunpentown’s nominated representative. The warranty will be void if the product if modified, misused or repaired by an unauthorized person.
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