Window Air Conditioner OWNER’S MANUAL Models KC-15U, KC-18U, KC-25U, KC-32U and KC-35U
TABLE OF CONTENTS AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY……………………………………….3 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS…………………………………3 Tools and Parts……………………………………………………. 3 Location Requirements…………………………………………….4 Electrical Requirements……………………………………………4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………...5 Unpack the Air Conditions…………………………………………5 Prepare Air Conditioner for Installation…………………………..5 Position the Air Conditioner……………………………………….
AIR CONDITIONER SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “DANGER” or “WARNING.
Location Requirements IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances. Check the location where the 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 4 ft (122 cm) of where the power cord exits the air conditioner. Electrical Requirements WARNING NOTE: Do not use an extension cord. • Free movement of air in room to be cooled.
WARNING Recommended ground method For your personal safety, 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 outlets, grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
NOTE: Your model may differ from the one shown. NOTE: This screw is required to correctly attach curtain (top to bottom) to the air conditioner cabinet. B A A. Top channel B. #8 x 3/8" pan-head screw Install side curtains NOTE: Attach curtains to unit before placing unit in window. 1. Remove unit from packaging. 2. Locate provided bag of screws. 3. Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain housing in top and bottom curtain channels on air conditioner. Top view A 5.
1. Center air conditioner in window. Check that lower rail of air conditioner is behind and against back side of windowsill. Lower window sash to hold cabinet in place. NOTE: Your model may differ from the one shown. Complete Installation 1. Insert foam seal behind the top of the lower window sash and against the glass of the upper window. A A B C B A. Top of lower window sash B. Foam seal A. Window sash B. Lower rail behind back side of windowsill C. Top channel 2.
AIR CONDITIONER USE Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the best possible results. This section explains proper air conditioner operation. IMPORTANT: • • • If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes before turning it back on. This prevents the air conditioner from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker. Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode when outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C).
Press the minus TEMP button to lower the temperature. The Set indicator light will turn on. Each time you press or hold the minus TEMP button, the temperature will go down 1º until it reaches 64°F (18°C). To operate air conditioner with remote control NOTE: After 3 seconds, the Set indicator light will turn off and the display will show the current room temperature. Timer Delay To set the Timer for a 1 to 24-hour delay until the air conditioner turns off (the air conditioner must be On): 1. Press TIMER.
To raise the temperature: Press the plus button to raise the temperature. Each time you press or hold the plus button, the temperature will go up 1º until it reaches 86°F (30°C). Starting Your Air Conditioner— Rotary Control CONTROL PANEL To lower the temperature: Press the minus button to lower the temperature. Each time you press or hold the minus button, the temperature will go down 1º until it reaches 64°F (18°C).
Fan Speed Set FAN SPEED to the desired setting. When the air conditioner is operating at Low Cool, High Cool (on some models), Med Cool (on some models) or Turbo Cool (on some models), the fan circulates air continuously.
AIR CONDITIONER CARE 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.
TROUBLESHOOTING You can solve many common air conditioner problems easily, saving you the cost of a service call. Try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help. The air conditioner is in a heavily occupied room, or heat Air conditioner will not operate producing appliances are in use in the room. Use exhaust vent fans while cooking or bathing and try not to use heat producing • The power supply cord is unplugged.
WARRANTY One Year Limited Warranty Soleus International Inc. warrants the accompanying Soleus Air Window Air Conditioner (KC-15U, KC-18U, KC-25U, KC-32U, or KC-35U) to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the applications specified in its operation instruction for a period of ONE (1) year from the date of original retail purchase in the United States. If the unit exhibits a defect in normal use, Soleus International Inc.
