WHIRLPOOL@ Because your life is getting busier and more complicated, WHIRLPOOL Air Conditioners are easy to use, save time, and help you manage your home better. To ensure you enjoy years of trouble-free operation, we developed this Use and Care Guide. It contains valuable information about how to operate and maintain your appliance properly and safely.
Air Conditioner Your safety is important to us. This guide contains statements under warning symbols. Please pay special attention to these symbols and follow any instructions given. Here is a brief explana- tion of the use of the warning symbol. IMPORTANT SAFETY Read all instructions before using the...
Operating Your Air Conditioner In order to obtain the best possible results from your air conditioner, it is important that you operate it properly. This section will tell you how to do just that. Starting your air conditioner Fire Hazard Do not use an extension cord.
Changing air direction The louvers, in the top grille area of the air conditioner, control the direction of the cooled air. Move the tab, at the top left of the louvered area, in the direction you want the air to go (right, left, or straight ahead).
Proper maintenance of your air conditioner will help ensure longer life and lower operating costs. This section will tell you how to clean your air conditioner and perform annual mainte- nance. You can always call your authorized Whirlpool service dealer for an annual checkup. Cleaning...
Cleaning the slide-out The filter is cleanable. A clean filter helps remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air. Check every two weeks to see if filter needs cleaning. Remove filter by sliding it up and out of the top of the front panel. 2.
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Do not lift, push, or pull any white NOTE: beaded foam (expanded polystyrene) parts. Unplug the power cord. Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning the front panel” on page 7.) Remove the unit from the window. Remove the side curtains. Slide curtains out to their fullest width.
Saving energy You can help save energy by following the tips below. Improve your home’s insulation. Seal all doors and windows. Close the fireplace flue. . Close all blinds and drapes on sunny sides of the house. Add window awnings. Keep the air filter clean.
Troubleshooting Listed in the chart below are the most common problems consumers run into with their air conditioners. Please read through this chart before calling for service. It could save you the cost of a service call. PROBLEM CHECK THE FOLLOWING Is the air conditioner plugged into a live circuit with Air conditioner won’t run...
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WHIRLPOOL appliance. To locate FSP replacement parts in your area, refer to Step 2 or call the Whirlpool Consumer Assistance Center number in Step 1. 4. If you are not satisfied...
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Index This index is alphabetical. Look for the word or phrase you are interested in, then look for the page number. TOPIC AIRFLOW Directing ..........6 CLEANING Air filter .
E. Repairs to parts or systems caused by unauthorized modifications made to the appliance. Service under the full warranties must be provided by an authorized Whirlpool service company. WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSE- QUENTIAL DAMAGES. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so this exclusion or limitation may not apply to you.