Location Requirements; Electrical Requirements - Whirlpool ROOM AIR CONDITIONER Use & Care Manual

IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
Check the location where 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 6 ft (182.9 cm) of where the
power cord exits the air conditioner.
NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.
Free movement of air in room to be cooled.
A large enough opening for the air conditioner.
Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air
conditioner weighs between 40lbs and 55 lbs (18 kg to
25 kg).
NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able
to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.
A. Cabinet louvers
WARNING
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.
The electrical ratings for your air conditioner are listed on the
model and serial number label. The model and serial number
label is located on the right-hand side of the air conditioner
cabinet.
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Location Requirements

Window Installation
Window opening measurements:
22" minimum to 33¹⁄₂" maximum (55.9 cm to 85 cm) opening
width
13¹⁄₂" min. (34.3 cm) opening height
A

Electrical Requirements

Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart below.
Follow the requirements for the type of plug on the power supply
cord.
Power supply cord
Recommended Grounding Method
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 qualified electrical
installer.
A
B
A. 22" minimum (55.9 cm)
¹⁄₂
B. 13 " minimum (34.3 cm)
Wiring requirements
115-volt (103.5 min. - 126.5 max.)
0-12 amps
15-amp time-delay fuse or
circuit breaker
Use on single outlet circuit only.