COMFORT...BUILT TO LAST 5,000 BTU WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER USER MANUAL FOR MODEL: 4PMC5000 Before using your window air conditioner, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference, along with your receipt.
CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................. 2–3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............................................................4 NORMAL SOUNDS .............................................................................................. 5 AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES..........................................................................6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classified by the following indications. ! ! WARNING ! CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property. Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS (CONTINUED) ! CAUTION ! ! When removing air filter, do not touch metal parts of the unit. Do not clean with water. Doing so may cause an injury. . Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation causing an electric shock. Unit and circuit breaker/fuse must be switched OFF when cleaning. Do not put a pet or house plant where it will be exposed to direct air flow. Cleaning unit when power is ON may cause fire and electric shock and may cause an injury.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE The power supply cord with this air conditioner contains a current detection device designed to reduce the risk of fire. Please refer to the section "Operation of Current Device" (below) for details. In the event that the power supply cord is damaged, it MUST be replaced by an authorized repairman. DO NOT, under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass grounding prong.
NORMAL SOUNDS High Pitched Chatter High efficiency compressors may have a high pitched chatter during the cooling cycle. Vibration Unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor wall or window construction or incorrect installation. Sound of Rushing Air At the front of the unit, you may hear the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan Pinging or Switching Droplets of water hitting condenser during normal operation may cause “pinging” or “switching” sounds.
AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES ! ! WARNING To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. ! NOTE: After the air conditioner is turned off, leave the unit OFF for a minimum of 3 minutes before attempting to turn back on. The cool circuit has an automatic 3 minute time delayed start if the unit is turned off and on quickly.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. IMPORTANT- Save these instructions. CAUTION Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. IMPORTANT- Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Do not change the plug on the power cord of the air conditioner. Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) 1 PREPARE THE WINDOW D: Secure the top rail to the unit with the 3/8" screws as shown in Fig.C. Lower sash must open sufficiently to allow a clear vertical opening of 13 inches (330 mm). Side louvers and the rear of the AC must have clear air space to allow enough airflow through the condenser, for heat removal. The rear of the unit must be outdoors, not inside a building or garage. Fig.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) C. Slide the free end "｢" section of the panel directly into the cabinet as shown in Fig. 2. Slide the panel down. Be sure to leave enough space to slip the top and bottom of the frame into the rails on the cabinet. 4 SECURE THE ACCORDION PANELS A. Keeping a firm grip on the air conditioner, carefully place the unit into the window opening so the bottom of the air conditioner frame is against the window sill (Fig. 5).
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) B. Drive 3/4" (19 mm) or 1/2" (12.7 mm) locking screws through frame holes into window sash (Fig. 8). If AC is Blocked by Stor m Window Add wood as shown in Fig.11, or remove storm window before air conditioner is installed. If Storm Window Frame must remain, be sure the drain holes or slots are not caulked or painted shut. Accumulated rain water or condensation must be allowed to drain out. Removing AC From Window Fig. 8 C.
CARE AND CLEANING ! CAUTIONN Clean air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking and operating like new. Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards. Air Filter Cleaning The air filter should be checked at least once a month to see if cleaning is necessary. Trapped particles in the filter can build up and cause an accumulation of frost on the cooling coils. ● Remove the filter by sliding out from the right-hand side.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Before calling for service, please review the chart below. Issue AIR CONDITIONER NOT COOLING ROOM, OR NOT BLOWING COLD AIR AIR CONDITIONER COOLING BUT ROOM IS TOO WARM - ICE FORMING ON COOLING COIL BEHIND DECORATIVE FRONT AIR CONDITIONER CYCLING ON AND OFF TOO FREQUENTLY OR NOT ENOUGH UNIT WILL NOT TURN ON UNIT BLOWS FUSES OR POPS CIRCUIT BREAKER AIR CONDITIONER IS MAKING NOISES Possible Solutions • Be sure unit is not too large or too small for the area of the room.
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