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installation instructions

For Slider Casement Air Conditioners

NOTE: These instructions describe installation in a typical wood framed window with a wood SLIDE-BY sash,

or installation in a metal CASEMENT window. Modification may be necessary when installing in windows made

differently than those shown in these instructions.

A high window accessory kit is available for window heights up to 62" (1575mm). Part # EA103W.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SUBJECT PAGE

Meeting Electrical Requirements 1

Electrical Connection 2

Preparing For Installation 2

Installing Unit in a Sliding Window 4

Alternate Window Jamb Applications 7

Installing Unit in a Casement Window 8

Meeting Electrical Requirements

OBSERVE ALL LOCAL GOVERNING CODES

AND ORDINANCES.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,

REMOVETHE POWER SUPPLY CORD

GROUNDING PRONG.

NOTE: If codes permit, and a separate

grounding wire is used; it is recommended that a

qualified electrician determine that the grounding

path is adequate and not interrupted by plastic,

non-metallic gaskets, or other insulating materials.

RECEPTACLE WIRING

Receptacle wiring should be a minimum of 14

gauge. Use copper wire only. It is your responsibility

to provide proper and adequate receptacle wiring,

installed by a qualified electrician.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

A 115 volt (103.5 minimum, 126.5 maximum), 60

Hertz, AC only, 15 ampere fused electrical supply

is required. Atime delay fuse or time delay circuit

breaker is also required. A separate circuit, serving

only this appliance, MUST be provided.

P/N 220215A055

Summary of content (10 pages)

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installation instructions For Slider Casement Air Conditioners NOTE: These instructions or installation differently describe in a metal CASEMENT installation window. in a typical wood framed window with a wood SLIDE-BY Modification may be necessary when installing in windows sash, made than those shown in these instructions. A high window accessory kit is available for window heights up to 62" (1575mm). Part # EA103W.
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Electrical Connection Electrical ground is required on this appliance. Recommended grounding method: For your personal safety, this appliance must be grounded. This air conditioner includes a power supply cord with a 3-prong grounding plug. To minimize possible electrical shock hazard: -cord must be plugged into a mating 3-prong grounding-type wall receptacle, -must be grounded in accordance with National Electrical Code (ANSI/NFPA 70latest version) and -all local codes and ordinances.
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1. Make sure you have all the necessary Installation 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9-11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. parts.
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3. Choose Choose the proper window location. a window that allows the cooled air to flow freely and directly into room(s) you wish to cool. Remember, it is difficult to move air around corners. Also, choose a window that is within 6 feet of an electrical outlet. (See Meeting Electrical Requirements/Receptacle wiring needs.) use an extension cord. installing Unit in a Sliding Do not Window 1. Attach support brace to platform as shown. Use adjustment bolt and hex flange nut to complete assembly.
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4, Peel off protective backing Apply track seat to window side from track seal. Apply seat to room side of window track. Center of seal strip should coincide with the line marked in Step 2. The two screw holes drilled in Step 3 should be directly above seal strip in the inner track. 5. Securely attach side of house. NOTE: enough a siding-protection Siding-protection board should board to be long to span 2 wall studs. r 6.
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10. Clamp plastic window panel between a board and a work table, and cut along cutting line with a fine tooth saw. Remove f any burrs with a file. J Fastening Side Channels 11. Fasten side channels to the sides of the AC using 3 screws (Item 17) per channel. Start with first screw at top of channel. Make sure hook ends of channels face toward back of unit. J 12. Slide plastic window panel into panel frame, with the smooth side to the room.
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16. Slide inner window sash firmly against side of the cabinet. Make sure not to peel the seat strips from the window track and cabinet side channels. If the panel frame does not fit snugly to the inner window sash, secure the panel frame to the sash with #8x3/4-inch screws, or #8-32x3/4-inch selfthreading screws. Use the partially plugged holes in the panel frame. Drill 1/8-inch pilot holes for the screws. Slide inner window sash firmty against Cabinet. 17.
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Installing Window the Unit in a Casement NOTE: Open the window the maximum amount to allow for clearance of the cabinet. The crank handle should be removed to allow the platform to be fastened to the jamb. If the window cannot open far enough (more than 15-1/2 inches)for the cabinet to clear the window, remove the window entirely by drilling out the rivets. Bolts can serve as the pivots in the future.
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5. Adjust the platform assembly so that the rear of the air conditioner will be 3/16-inch lower than the Rear is at least front. This ensures air conditioner. 7/16" NOTE; proper water drainage A projection than front from the below the base of the air conditioner will require the rear of the platform to be 7/16-inch lower than the front to create the 3/16-inch slant from front to rear. 6. Securely attach a siding-protection board to the side of the house where the platform assembly hit the house.
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11. Cut side channel seal into 2 equal lengths. Remove the protective backing and apply it to the rear side of the cabinet side channels, starting just below the panel frame assembly. Pinch off excess length so the seal is even with the bottom of the cabinet side channel. Apply weather seal to side channels just below edge of panel frame. 12. To remove front 1. Remove the two front retaining front frame. screws from the 2.