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Room Air ConditionerTroubleshooting Guide
THE AIR CONDITIONER WILL NOT OPERATE
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The power supply cord is unplugged.
A household fuse has blown or circuit breaker
tripped.
The FanControl isset to OFF
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Firmly ptug the cord into a live outlet with proper voltage.
Replacethe fuse or reset the circuit. Make sure the unit is plugged into a
properlygrounded receptacle as described in the Owners Manual
)rovidedwith the unit.
Set FanControl to the desired setting.
THE UNIT BLOWS FUSES OR TRIPS CIRCUIT BREAKER
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Too many appliances are being used on the Unplug ore relocate appliances that share the same orcuit.
same circuit.
An extension cord isbeing used with the unit. Do not use an extension cord to run the air conditioner.
The unit is being restarted immediately after Wait three minutes after turning off cooling unit before trying to restart
turning off cooling circuit, unit.
THE AIR CONDITIONER TURNS ON AND OFF, OR DOES NOT COOL ROOM
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The filter is dirty or obstructed by debris. Clean filter using a vacuum cleaner or wash filter in warm water and a
mild detergent. Dry thoroughly before reuse.
The coils are dirty or obstructed by debris. Check Call the local Searsstore to inspect and clean the coils and condensate
both inside evaporator and outside condenser water passages. OR If familiar with electrical appliances
coils. )erform the required cleaning by carefully following the maintenance
instructions provided with the unit.
There isexcessivemoisture or heat in the room Use exhaust vent fans while cooking or bathing and try not to use
being cooled (cooking, hot showers, etc.) heat-producing appliances during the hottest part of the day.
The FanControl ison a Power Saver/Energy Use NORMALsettings for best comfort. When the Power Saversettings
Saversetting, are in use, the fan does not circulate the room air continuously.
The Vent Control is set to OPENor EXHAUST. Set the Vent Control to CLOSEDfor maximum cooling.
The Temperature Control isnot at a cool enough Set the Temperature Control to a cooler setting.
setting.
WATER DRIPS FROM THE CABINET INTOTHE HOUSE
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The unit isnot leveled properly. The unit should Level the air conditioner, to provide a I14" downward slope to the outside
slope slightly downward to the outside. (_/_bubble on carpenter s level) to provide proper drainage. Reposition or
shim the cabinet as necessary.DO NOT drill a hole in the drain pan.
THE AIR CONDITIONER SEEMSTO RUN TOO MUCH
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Thecurrent unit replaced an older model. The use of more efficient components may cause the unit to runlonger
than an older model, but the total energy consumption will be less.Newer
units do not emit the "blast of cold air you may be accustomed to from
older units, but this ISNOT an indication of lesser cooling capacity or
efficiency. Referto the efficiency rating (EER)and capacity rating (in
BTUs)marked on the unit.
The unit is in aheavily occupied room or heat- Useexhaust vent fans while cooking or bathing. Trynot to use heat-
producing appliances are in use in the room. producing appliances during the hottest part of the day. A higher capacity
unit may be required depending on the size of the room being cooled.
TYPICAL AIR CONDITIONER SOUNDSYOU MAY HEAR:
Condenser- You may hear droplets of water hitting Compressor - The modern high efficiency compressor may have
the condenser, causing a "pinging" or "clicking" sound a high pitched hum or pulsatingnoise that cycles on and off.
Unit Vibration - The unit may vibrate and make noise Thermostat - As the cooling system cycles, the thermostat
because of poor wall or window construction, may click.
Fan - You may hear air movement from the fan.
D/817 TPS-S4-- RoomAir Conditioner Troubleshooting Guide -- Revision "A" March 18. 1996 -- Page 1 of 1 O Sears, Roebuckand Co,
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