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Routine Maintenance W',nter Storage
If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter, remove it carefully from
the window according to the installation instructions. Cover it with plastic or return
dt to the original carton_ NOTE: To prevent rust or electrical connections from
being damaged, store air €onditioner in an upright position and a dry place.
A winter cover can be purchased from your dealer, The cover will protect the air
conditioner when it isleft in place through the winter,
Before performing any service,unplug the power cordfrom
the electricaloutlet.
After servicing,reversethefollowing proceduresto reinstall the air conditioner.
Cleaning the Cabinet Front
Removethe frontpanel.Washwith warm, sudsywater. Rinseand drywith a soft
cloth. Neverusesolvents,cleaningfluids,abrasivecleanersor strong detergents.If
thepackagingleavesagumresidue,removewith a clothdippedinrubbingalcohol.
Repairing Paint Damage
Inspectweather-exposedparts (cabinetshell, mounting hardware, if used,etc.)
onceor twicea year,especiallyin areasnearoceansor where rustisaproblem,ff
needed,touchupwith a goodgradeof extedorpaint.
Cleaning Inside the Air Conditioner
No liquid should get into the motor, electricalcontrolbox,or
compressorelectricalterminals.
1. Removefront panel.
2. With help and using the proper lifting methods to avoid personal injury, remove
the chassisfrom cabinet shell.* When removing the air conditioner from cabinet
shellor window, there may be water inside the base that may spill on the floor.
Be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on the front and rear coils.
3. Uquidsshould not get into electricalparts. Warp the fan motor, electricalcontrol
box, and electrical terminals in plastic. This will keep water or other liquid from
getting inside where it could danlage the insulation and cause serious _rouble.
4. Clean and hose out base, coils, and water pans. Clean at least once a year or
more often if the coils and panscollect dirt, sand, leaves, algae, or insects.
5. After cleaning, remove plastic protection. Wait 24 hours before starting the unit
again. This allows time for all areas to dry out.
NOTE: Water from rainfall or from normal use does not harm these components
sincethe water isnot asforcefully driven into parts as a stream of water from a
garden hose.
*HANDLE NOTE: If the air conditioner has achassis handle, it isNOT intended for lifting
the unit. it is for sliding the chassisWITHINthe cabinet shell only (to aid in cleaning,
maintenance, etc.).
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