Exhaust Air Vent; Normal Sounds; Air Conditioner Care; Cleaning The Air Filter - Whirlpool ROOM AIR CONDITIONER Use & Care Manual

Pull out the exhaust air vent control to Open the exhaust air
vent and draw stale or smoky air from the room.
Push in the exhaust air vent control to close the exhaust air
vent for maximum continuous cooling.
When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may hear
sounds such as:
Droplets of water hitting the condenser, causing a pinging or
clicking sound. The water droplets help cool the condenser.
Air movement from the fan.
Your new air conditioner is designed to give you many years of dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care for your
air conditioner properly. Call your local authorized dealer for an annual checkup. Remember... the cost of this service call is your
responsibility.

Cleaning the Air Filter

The air filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps
remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important
for best cooling and operating efficiency. Check the filter every
2 weeks to see whether it needs cleaning.
NOTE: Do not operate the air conditioner without the filter in
place.
1. Turn off the air conditioner.
2. Remove the air filter by sliding the filter out from the left-hand
side of the front panel.
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Exhaust Air Vent

NOTE: The exhaust air vent control will function only when the
Fan Speed control is operating.

Normal Sounds

AIR CONDITIONER CARE

3. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the air filter. If the air filter is
4. Replace the air filter by sliding the filter back into the left-
1. Turn off the air conditioner.
2. Clean the front panel with a soft, damp cloth.
3. Air dry the front panel completely.
Check once or twice a year for paint damage. This is very
important, especially in areas near oceans or where rust is a
problem. If needed, touch up with a good grade enamel paint.
Your air conditioner needs annual maintenance to help ensure
steady, top performance throughout the year. Call your local
authorized dealer to schedule an annual checkup. The expense
of an annual inspection is your responsibility.
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A. Exhaust air vent control
Clicks from the thermostat cycle.
Vibrations or noise due to poor wall or window construction.
A high-pitched hum or pulsating noise caused by the modern
high-efficiency compressor cycling on and off.
very dirty, wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not
wash the air filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical
cleaners. Air dry the filter completely before replacing to
ensure maximum efficiency.
hand side of the air conditioner.

Cleaning the Front Panel

Repairing Paint Damage

Annual Maintenance