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COMFORT...BUILT TO LAST 18,500, 25,000 & 28,000 BTU WINDOW AIR CONDITIONER USER MANUAL FOR MODELS: 3PNC18000 3PACH18000 with 16,000 BTU electric heater 3PACH25000 with 16,000 BTU electric heater 3PNC28000 Before using your window air conditioner, please read this manual carefully and keep it for future...
CONTENTS SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ..................2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ...............4 NORMAL SOUNDS ....................5 AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES................5 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................8 CARE AND CLEANING..................16 TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS................17 This manual provides the information needed for proper use and maintenance of this air conditioner. Basic preventative care can help extend the life of this unit. The “Troubleshooting Tips”...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instructions may cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classified by the following indications. WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
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! CAUTION When removing air filter, do not Ensure proper ventilation touch metal parts of the unit. especially in rooms with a stove or other appliances. Doing so may cause an injury. Water may enter the unit and Failure to do so may result in an degrade the insulation causing an oxygen shortage.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NOTE: WARNING For Your Safety: Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors The power supply cord with this air and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliances. conditioner contains a current detection device designed to WARNING reduce the risk of fire.
NORMAL SOUNDS High Pitched Chatter High efficiency compressors may have a high pitched chatter Vibration during the cooling cycle. Unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor wall or window construction or incorrect installation. Sound of Rushing Air At the front of the unit, you may hear the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan Pinging or Switching...
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AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES (CONTINUED) TO ADJUST THE FAN SPEED: TO SELECT THE OPERATING MODE: Press to select one of four fan speeds: “Auto,” To choose operating mode, press the Mode button. “Low,” “Med” or “High.” Each time the button is Each time you press the button, a mode is selected in pressed, the fan speed mode is shifted.
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“LO” (loose connection) or “HI” (short circuit). the previous function setting automatically Perfect Aire Consumer Services: 877-365-6274 when the power resumes. AIR DIRECTIONAL LOUVERS Use the 4-way directional louvers to direct the air flow up or down and left or right throughout the room as needed.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Required Tools/Hardware BEFORE YOU BEGIN Tools Required (Not Included) • Pencil Read these instructions completely • Level and carefully. • Tape measure IMPORTANT • wrenches IMPORTANT • Phillips screwdriver • Adjustable wrench or pliers governing codes and ordinances. •...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) Please read ALL instructions before installing. Two people are recommended to install this product. If a new electrical outlet is required, have the outlet installed by a qualified electrician before installing the unit. Preliminary Instructions Window Sash Seal Do the following before installing the unit.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) Window Mounting Front Panel Remove Chassis 1. Pull down front grille and remove filter.(See Fig. 1.) Front Grille 2. Lift front grille upwards and place to one side. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 3. Locate and remove the four front screws. These screws will be needed to re-install the front panel later.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) Plastic Assemble Window Filler Panels Window Filler Frame Panel . Slide "I" section of window filler panel into side Fig. 9 Side Retainer panel frame into channel in the top angle Air Conditioner Plastic Cabinet Frame Fig. 9A "...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) Assemble Window Filler Panels Extend Window Filler Panels 7/16" Locking Screw and Washer Fig. 15 4. Attach the top angle to window frame: Use a Fig.15A 3/32" drill bit to drill one hole through the hole in the middle of top angle into the window frame, and drive one 3/4"...
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) Window Sash Seal into space between upper and lower sashes. (See Fig. 18.) Fig. 17 Install Chassis into Cabinet and Install Front to Unit Safety Loc Lift air conditioner and carefully slide into Screws Fig. 18 rear of cabinet.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) be installed through an outside wall as specified below: " " never " Fig. 1 can be installed. Inside Frame Height Inside Frame Width stud nearest the center of area where air conditioner Up to " Fig. 2 Nail Spacers To Studs Level Fig.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) Fig. 5 Install Cabinet of Window Mounting. firmly on bottom board of wooden frame. removal. (See Fig. 5.) 4. Secure bottom rail to wooden frame with two large wood screws 1" (2.5 cm) long using the two holes in the bottom of the channel resting on frame.
CARE AND CLEANING CAUTION Clean air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking and operating like new. Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards. AIR FILTER CLEANING The air filter should be checked at least every two weeks or as necessary.
TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS Before calling for service, please review the chart below. Issue Possible Solutions • Be sure unit is not too large or too small for the area of the room. • Verify that all doors, windows, curtains and any other openings are closed off. Verify nothing is obstructing the front grille of unit, such as curtains, etc.
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COMFORT...BUILT TO LAST Distributed by: Perfect Aire, LLC 5151 Belt Line Rd. Suite 878 Dallas, TX 75254 877-365-6274 www.perfectaire.us Specification and performance data is subject to change without notice. Printed in China...
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