Maintenance - RCA RACE8002E Owner's Manual

MAINTENANCE

TURN THE AIR CONDITIONER OFF AND REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE POWER OUTLET.
Air Filter Cleaning
The air filter will become dirty as it removes dust from the inside air. It should be cleaned every two weeks.
If the air filter remains full of dust, the air flow may decrease and the cooling capacity will be reduced,
possibly damage the unit.
Before cleaning, be sure to stop the operation and turn off the power switch.
1. Put your hands on the left and right handles, pull the upper part of the inlet grille toward you(about 30
and then take out the air filter from the air conditioner.(FIG.14).
2. Wash the air filter under the faucet with warm water. Be sure to shake off all the water before replacing
the filter.
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Air Conditioner Cleaning
Clean the front grille and inlet grille by wiping with a cloth dampened in mild detergent solution
shown in FIG.15.The cabinet may be washed with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water, then polish
with liquid appliance wax.
To ensure continued peak efficiency, the condenser coils(outdoor side of the unit) should be checked
periodically and cleaned if they become clogged with soot or dirt. Brush or vacuum exterior coils to
remove debris from fins.
How to Remove the Front Grille
1. Put your hands on the left and right handles, pull the upper part of the inlet grille toward you(about 30
and then pull it upward from the air conditioner., as shown in FIG.16.
2. Take out the air filter from the air conditioner.
3. Remove the 2 screws fastened the front grille then pull the grille up from the bottom and pull the top
of the grille away from the case to lift the top tabs out of their slots, as shown in FIG.16.
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