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Care and Cleaning
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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 These conditions reduce cooling capacity There are two types of filters:
the rigid filter and the floppy filter
Models with rigid filters allow you to remove the filter without removing
front:
* When the filter or filter tab isvisibIe on front of unit, grasp the filter located behind
the front panel and pull Or, gently pult the top of the front panel toward you,
pivoting it away from the cabinet, Pull the filter up and out by grasping the tabs on
the filter frame (Figure 3)
o Some models, push the vent control handle to the CLOSED position Lift the filter
straight up and out (Figure 4)
. 6-way louver models have aslide out filter Grasp the formed handle of the filter and
pull it to the left, removing it from the front panel (Figure 7)
For models with floppy filters:
- Remove the front retaining screw on each side of the cabinet with a standard #2
Phillips screwdriver Push the front down and pull toward you to release the front
from its retaining lock (Figure 5), Pull the filter from its recess (Figure 6)
Wash filter using a liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water Rinse filter
thoroughly Gently shake excesswater from the filter Dry filter thoroughly before
replacing
Cabinet Cleaning
Q Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock, or fire hazard The cabinet
and front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or washed with a cloth dampened
in asolution of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing detergent Rinse thoroughly
and wipe dry,
- Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front
° Be sure to wring excess water from the cloth before wiping around the controls
Excesswater in or around the controls may cause damage to the air conditioner
• The cabinet front can be removed for more thorough cleaning Refer to "Front
Installation" in this manual and figures 1 and 2
• Clean the front in a sink using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm
water Rinse thoroughly and dry Be careful not to disturb soft seals on the front
• Replace the cabinet front Replace the screws or hex nuts
• Replace the front panel and filter Plug in the air conditioner
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