Routine Maintenance - Kenmore Air Conditioner Owner's Manual

Routine Maintenance
Winter Storage
If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter, remove it carefully from
the window according to the installation instructions. Cover it with plastic or return
It to the original carton. NOTE: To prevent rust or electrical connections from
being damaged, store air conditioner in an upright position and a dry place.
A winter cover can be purchased from your dealer. The cover will protect the air
conditioner when it is left in place through the winter.
Before performing any service, unplug the power cord from
the electrical outlet.
After servicing, reverse the following procedures to reinstall the air conditioner.
Cleaning the Cabinet Front
Remove the front panel. Wash with warm, sudsy water. Rinse and dry with a soft
cloth. Never use solvents, cleaning fluids, abrasive cleaners or strong detergents. If
the packaging leaves a gum residue,remove with a cloth dipped in rubbing alcohol.
Repairing Paint Damage
Inspect weather-exposed parts (cabinet shell, mounting hardware, if used, etc.)
once or twice a year, especially in areas near oceans or where rust is a problem. If
needed, touch up with a good grade of exterior paint,
Cleaning Inside the Air Conditioner
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No liquid should get into the motor, electrical control box, or
compressor electrical terminals.
I. Remove front panel.
2. With help and using the proper lifting methods to avoid personal injury, remove
the chassisfrom cabinet shell.* When removing the air conditioner from cabinet
shell or window, there may be water inside the base that may spill on the floor.
Be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on the front and rear coils.
3. Liquids should not get into electrical parts. Wrap the fan motor, electrical control
box, and electrical terminals in plastic. This will keep water or other liquid from
getting inside where it could damage the insulation and cause serious trouble.
4. Clean and hose out base, coils, and water pans. Clean at least once a year or
more often if the coils and pans collect dirt, sand, leaves, algae, or insects.
S. After cleaning, remove p_asticprotection. Wait 24 hours before starting the unit
again. This allows time for all areas to dry out.
NOTE: Water from rainfall or from normal use does not harm these components
since the water is not as forcefully driven into parts as a stream of water from a
garden hose.
*HANDLE NOTE: If the air conditioner has a chassis handle, it is NOT intended for lifting
the unit. It is for sliding the chassis WITHIN the cabinet shell only (to aid in cleaning,
maintenance, etc.).
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