Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product ACM 152XE0 Whirlpool
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Installation & User’s Guide A Note To You ........................ 2 Important Safety Instructions ............................. 3 Electrical requirements ....... 4 Receptacle wiring ............... 5 Parts and Features ................. 6 Installation Instructions.
A Note to You Thank you for buying a WHIRLPOOL@ appliance. Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL Air Conditioners are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide.
Important Safbty Instructions Your safety is important to us. This guide contains safety symbols and statements. Please pay special attention to the symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explanation of the use of the symbol. This symbol alerts you to such dangers as fire, electrical shock, burns, cuts, and personal injury.
Electrical requirements Electrical Shock Hazard Plug air conditioner into grounded three prong outlet. Do not remove ground prong. Do not use an adapter. Do not fuse neutral or grounding circuit. Do not use air conditioner with front panel removed. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, electrical shock, or serious injury.
Receptacle wiring See the chart below for minimum gauge for receptacle wiring. Use copper wire only. It is the responsibility of the consumer to provide proper and adequate receptacle wiring, installed by a qualified electrician. Observe the National Electrical Code and all local governing codes and ordinances.
Parts and Features This section contains captioned illustrations of your appliance. Use them to become familiar with where all parts and features are located and what they look like TO help you find information on SPeCifk parts or features quickly, page references are included.
Installation Instructions Proper installation of your air conditioner is important for proper operation and best cooling results. To avoid any installation problems and to ensure trouble-free performa.
Tools/supplies needed 1. Flat-blade screwdriver 2. Tape measure 3. Utility knife 4. Socket wrench with %6” (11 mm) and %I” (6 mm) sockets OR %I” (6 mm) nut driver 5. Electric drill 6. YY (2 mm) or smaller drill bit 7. Carpenter’s level For through-the-wall installation: 8.
Installation tips l Handle the air conditioner with care. Watch l Do not install the air conditioner in an area out for the sharp metal fins on the front where the front panel will be exposed to and rear coils. heat sources that will raise the panel l Be sure your air conditioner does not fall surface temperature above 120°F (50°C).
8. Cut filler board (D) to size with utility knife. Cut in from the outside edges. The outside edges should have screw holes in them. 9. Apply %” (10 mm) seal strip (left over from Step 2) to the filler boards. Apply seal strips to the bottom front and outside front edges of the filler boards.
16. Fasten cabinet to window sill. Lower window sash firmly onto cabinet. Place a carpenter’s level inside the cabinet and make sure cabinet is level side-to-side. Then drill starter holes into the cabinet base and the window sill. Use round- head wood screws (H) to fasten cabinet to window sill, but do not tighten the screws.
20. install foam window rail seal (Q), the window lock bracket (R), and the plastic drain cup (S). l Insert foam rail seal between the top of the lower window sash and the glass of the upper window. l Place window lock bracket on top of lower window sash and against upper window sash.
24. Attach the front panel. Remove the 2 front panel screws from unit base. Replace front panel by pushing it straight on and then lowering it slightly to lock it in place.
3. insert finish frame into wail opening. Square and level the frame. Nail frame securely to the wall studs. 4. Remove the ground wire and screw from the front of the unit base. Save grounding screw for reattachment in Step 13. 5. Slide unit out of cabinet.
10. Place the 2%” (63.5 mm) seal strip (I) inside the cabinet. Make sure the seal is flush with the cabinet front edge. NOTE: This seal strip fits between the air conditioner base and the cabinet. 11. insert drain cup (S). Place drain cup through hole in cabinet rail.
14. Attach the front panel. Remove the 2 front panel screws from unit base. Replace front panel by pushing it straight on and then lowering it slightly to lock it in place. Attach bottom front of panel by reinserting the 2 front panel screws. 15. Caulk ail outside wail openings around the installation and cabinet.
Operating Instructions Starting your air conditioner 1. 2. Plug air conditioner into a grounded 3-prong outlet. Set Fan Control to desired setting. (All settings below not on all models.) HIGH COOL . . . . . . . . . . . . for maximum cooling MEDIUM COOL .
Cleaning Instructions Proper use and care of your air conditioner will help ensure longer life of the unit and lower operating costs. Follow these cleaning instructions. Cleaning the air filter The air filter is cleanable. A clean filter helps remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air.
Cleaning the front panel Explosion Hazard Unplug power cord from outlet before cleaning air conditioner. Use only nonflammable cleaners. Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, fire, or electrical shock. 1. Unplug the power cord.
Maintenance Instructions Annual maintenance Your air conditioner needs annual mainte- nance to ensure steady, top performance throughout the year. Call the service company recommended by your dealer to: l Inspect and clean the coils and conden- sate water passages.
NOTE: Do not lift, push, or pull on any white beaded foam (expanded polystyrene) parts. 1. 2. Unplug power cord. Remove the front panel from the unit. . Remove the 2 screws at the base of the front panel. . Lift front panel slightly and then pull it toward you.
Repairing paint damage Check once or twice a year. 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. Saving energy You can help save energy by doing the following. l Improve your home’s insulation.
Troubleshooting Before calling for service: Performance problems often result from little things you can fix yourself without tools of any kind. PROBLEM Unit won’t run SOLUTION l Make sure the power cord is plugged into a live circuit with the proper voltage.
Requesting Assistance or Service For service in the U.S.: 1. If you need assistance* . . . Call our toll-free Consumer Assistance Center telephone number from anywhere in the U.
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WHIRLPOOL@ Warranty LENGTH OF WARRANTY WE WILL PAY FOR FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY FSP@ replacement parts and repair labor to FROM DATE OF PURCHASE correct defects in materials or workmanship.
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