Friedrich Air Conditioner CP18C30 User Manual

Operating Guide  
Compact Programmable  
Room Air Conditioner with remote control  
CP18C30  
Please register  
your air conditioner  
Whenever you call to request service  
on your appliance, you will need to  
provide your complete model number  
and serial number. You can find this  
information on the model and serial  
number label.  
Please record model and serial  
number information below:  
MODEL NUMBER  
SERIAL NUMBER  
PURCHASE DATE  
66121417 (4-06)  
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock or injury when using your air conditioner, follow these basic precautions:  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Unplug air conditioner before servicing.  
Use two or more people to move and install air conditioner.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
Installation Requirements  
ToolsandParts  
LocationRequirements  
Gather the required tools and parts before starting installation.  
Read and follow the instructions provided with any tools listed  
here.  
IMPORTANT: Observe all governing codes and ordinances.  
Check the location where air conditioner will be installed. Proper  
installation is your responsibility. Make sure you have everything  
necessary for correct installation.  
Tools Needed  
The location should provide:  
Flat-blade and Phillips  
screwdrivers  
Tape measure  
Grounded electrical outlet within 4 ft (122 cm) of where the  
power cord exits the air conditioner.  
Drill and ³⁄₁₆" or smaller bit  
Level  
NOTE: Do not use an extension cord.  
Free movement of air in room to be cooled.  
A large enough opening for the air conditioner.  
Through-the-wall installation:  
In addition to the tools listed above, the following tools are  
needed for though-the-wall installation.  
Adequate wall support for weight of air conditioner. Air  
conditioner weighs between 145 and 200 lbs (65 to 96 kg).  
Saw  
1" (2.5 cm) or thicker  
lumber  
Wood preservative  
Caulk  
NOTE: Cabinet louvers must not be obstructed. Air must be able  
to pass freely through the cabinet louvers.  
7 - #10 x 1" wood screws  
Parts supplied (on some models)  
Check that all parts are included in parts package.  
A
A
C
B
J
H
G
F
D E  
I
A. Cabinet louvers  
A. Support brackets with  
adjustment bolts (2)  
F. #10 x ¹⁄₂" pan-head Phillips  
screws (4)  
B. Foam seals (2)  
G. #10 x ³⁄₄" round-head screws (6)  
C. Window lock bracket (2)  
D. #10 x ¹⁄₄" pan-head Phillips  
screws (6)  
H. #10 x ⁷⁄₈" pan-head Phillips  
screws (4)  
I. Top channel  
E. #10 x ³⁄₈" washer-head  
Phillips screws (4)  
J. Side curtains (2)  
NOTE: Installation parts are supplied for double-hung windows  
up to 40" (101.6 cm) wide. A special Wide Window Kit is available  
from your dealer or service center. See “Accessories.”  
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Window installation  
ElectricalRequirements  
Window opening measurements:  
30"min. to 40" max. (76.2 cm to 101.6 cm) opening width.  
WARNING  
20" min. (50.8 cm) opening height.  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
A
B
Do not use an extension cord.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
fire, or electrical shock.  
A. 30" min. (76.2 cm)  
B . 20" min. (50.8 cm)  
Ground wire must be connected to ground screw located in lower  
right corner of air conditioner when air conditioner is in cabinet.  
The electrical ratings for your air conditioner are listed on the  
model and serial number label. The model and serial number  
label is located behind the front panel on the flange below the  
control panel area.  
Through-the-wall installation  
The wall opening measurements should be:  
Width: 30" (76.2 cm) plus twice thickness of wood used to  
build frame.  
Specific electrical requirements are listed in the chart below.  
Follow the requirements for the type of plug on the power supply  
cord.  
3/4  
Height: 19ı �ˇ" (50.2 cm) plus twice thickness of wood used to  
build frame.  
Power supply  
cord  
1
Depth: 2�/2ˇ" (6.4 cm) minimum to 8" (20.3 cm) maximum.  
Wiring requirements  
230-volt (207 min. - 253 max.)  
0-12 amps  
1
/2  
"
C
(0.6 cm)  
A
15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker  
Use on single outlet circuit only.  
B
D
C
A. 193 " (  
50.2 cm)  
C. Wood thickness  
D. 2/2"(6.4 cm) minimum to  
8" (20.3 cm) maximum  
/4  
1
B. 261/2" (66.1 cm)  
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Recommended grounding method  
WARNING  
This air conditioner must be grounded. This air conditioner is  
equipped with a power supply cord having a grounded 3 prong  
plug. To minimize possible shock hazard, the cord must be  
plugged into a mating, grounded 3 prong outlet, grounded in  
accordance with all local codes and ordinances. If a mating outlet  
is not available, it is the customer's responsibility to have a  
properly grounded 3 prong outlet installed by a qualified electrical  
installer.  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
It is the customer's responsibility:  
To contact a qualified electrical installer.  
To assure that the electrical installation is adequate and in  
conformance with National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 -  
latest edition, and all local codes and ordinances.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
fire, or electrical shock.  
Copies of the standards listed may be obtained from:  
National Fire Protection Association  
One Batterymarch Park  
Quincy, MA 02269  
To test your power supply cord:  
1. Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
2. Press RESET.  
Power Supply Cord  
3. Press TEST (listen for click; Reset button will trip and pop  
out).  
NOTE: Your unit’s device may differ from the ones shown.  
B
A
4. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will  
latch and remain in). The power supply cord is ready for  
operation.  
NOTES:  
The Reset button must be pushed in for proper operation.  
The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to trip when  
the test button is pressed or fails to reset.  
Do not use the power supply cord as an off/on switch. The  
power supply cord is designed as a protective device.  
A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new  
power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer  
and must not be repaired.  
The power supply cord contains no user serviceable parts.  
Opening the tamper-resistant case voids all warranty and  
performance claims.  
A
B
A. Reset button  
B. Test button  
This room air conditioner is equipped with a power supply cord  
required by UL. This power supply cord contains state-of-the-art  
electronics that sense leakage current. If the cord is crushed, the  
electronics detect leakage current and power will be  
disconnected in a fraction of a second.  
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Installation Instructions  
Unpacking  
3. Remove the window lock bracket and screw from the air  
conditioner and set aside.  
WARNING  
Excessive Weight Hazard  
Use two or more people to move and install  
air conditioner.  
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.  
Remove packaging materials  
A
B
Remove and dispose of/recycle packaging materials.  
Remove tape and glue residue from surfaces before turning  
on the air conditioner. Rub a small amount of liquid dish soap  
over the adhesive with your fingers. Wipe with warm water  
and dry.  
A. Window lock bracket screw  
B. Window lock bracket  
4. Remove the ground screw and ground wire from the front of  
the air conditioner base. Save the ground screw.  
Do not use sharp instruments, rubbing alcohol, flammable  
fluids, or abrasive cleaners to remove tape or glue. These  
products can damage the surface of your air conditioner.  
A
B
Handle air conditioner gently.  
1. Remove the air conditioner from the carton and place it on  
cardboard.  
2. Remove shipping screws from the rear of the cabinet.  
A. Green ground wire  
B. Ground screw  
5. Pull on handles to slide air conditioner out of cabinet. Place  
air conditioner on cardboard.  
A
A
A. Shipping screws  
A. Handles  
NOTE: Do not lift, push, pull or remove any expanded  
polystyrene (foam) from inside the air conditioner. It is not  
packing material.  
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WindowInstallation(onsome models)  
NOTES:  
Bottom view  
Handle air conditioner gently.  
Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the  
opening during installation or removal.  
The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner  
should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded  
3 prong outlet.  
A
Do not block the louvers on the front panel.  
B
Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.  
A. Curtain housing  
B. Curtain bottom channel on air conditioner  
Attach Top Channel  
3. Extend right-hand curtain outward so you may insert the  
first screw through the middle hole of the curtain. Using #10 x  
¹⁄₄" pan-head Phillips screw, screw curtain to middle hole in  
air conditioner cabinet.  
NOTE: Attach top channel and side curtains to air conditioner  
cabinet before placing cabinet in window.  
1. Locate provided bag of screws.  
NOTE: This screw is required to correctly attach curtain (top  
to bottom) to the air conditioner cabinet.  
2. Place top channel on top of air conditioner cabinet, lining up  
the 4 holes in top channel with the 4 holes on top of air  
conditioner cabinet.  
3. Using 4 - #10 x ³⁄₈" washer-head Phillips thread-cutting  
screws, attach top channel to air conditioner cabinet.  
A
B
4. While the right-hand curtain is still extended, insert #10 x ¹⁄₄"  
pan-head Phillips screws into the top and bottom slots of  
curtain. Screw curtain to the top and bottom holes in the air  
conditioner cabinet.  
A. Top channel  
B. #10 x ³⁄₈" washer-head Phillips thread-cutting screws  
5. Slide the curtain housing into the curtain channels as far as it  
will go.  
6. Repeat above steps for the left-hand curtain.  
Attach Side Curtains  
Attach foam adhesive seal  
1. Locate provided bag of screws.  
2. Insert top and then bottom of right-hand curtain housing in  
Attach foam adhesive seal along the bottom of the curtain  
bottom channel.  
top and bottom curtain channels on air conditioner.  
Top view  
A
B
A
B
A. Curtain housing  
B. Foam adhesive seal  
A. Curtain housing  
B. Curtain top channel on air conditioner  
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Install Cabinet into Window  
Attach Side Curtains to Window Frame  
Handle air conditioner gently.  
1. Pull left-hand curtain out until it fits into window channel. Use  
a ³⁄₃₂" drill bit to drill a starter hole through the hole in the  
curtain housing and into the lower window sash.  
Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the  
opening during installation or removal.  
The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner  
should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded  
3 prong outlet.  
Front View  
Do not block the louvers on the front panel.  
Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.  
1. Center empty cabinet in window. Check that lower rail of air  
conditioner cabinet is behind and against back side of  
windowsill. Maintain a firm hold on the air conditioner  
cabinet. Lower window sash to hold cabinet in place.  
2. Measure the distance between the right-hand side of the  
cabinet and the inside of the window channel.  
3. Repeat for the left side. Adjust the cabinet until the distance  
on each side is the same.  
Top View  
B
A
B
A
C
C
A. Left-hand curtain  
B. Window channel  
C. #10 x ³⁄₄" round-head screw  
A. Window sash  
B. Empty cabinet  
C. Window channel  
2. Insert one of the #10 x ³⁄₄" round-head screws through the  
threaded hole in the top of the curtain.  
4. Use a ³⁄₁₆" drill bit to drill 4 starter holes ³⁄₈" deep through the 4  
A
holes in the cabinet and into the windowsill.  
5. Attach cabinet to windowsill with 4 - #10 x ¹⁄₂" pan-head  
Phillips screws.  
A. #10 x ³⁄₄" round-head screw  
B
3. Repeat for right-hand curtain.  
A
Attach Support Brackets  
A
1. Attach support bracket to the cabinet by aligning the holes in  
A. #10 x �⁄₂" pan-head Phillips screws  
B. Windowsill  
the bracket with the holes in the cabinet.  
A
6. Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so  
that water will run to the outside.  
A. Align holes in cabinet with holes in support bracket.  
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2. Using #10 x ⁷⁄₈" pan-head Phillips screws, attach bracket to  
Complete Installation  
cabinet. Repeat for other bracket.  
3. Turn the adjustment bolt for each bracket until the bolt  
1. Insert seal behind the top of the lower window sash and  
touches the wall.  
against the glass of the upper window.  
4. Turn the locking nut on adjustment bolt to lock in position.  
2. Place one window-lock bracket on top of lower window and  
against upper window sash on each side of window.  
3. Use a ³⁄₃₂" drill bit to drill a starter holes through the holes in  
each bracket into the window sash.  
4. Attach both window-lock brackets to window sash with #10 x  
³⁄₄" round-head screws to secure window in place.  
C
B
A
A
B
C
A
A. Support bracket  
B. Locking nut  
C. Adjustment bolt  
A. Window lock brackets  
B. Window rail seal  
C. Upper window glass  
Through-the-WallCabinetInstallation  
NOTES:  
Option 2Plastered wall with no molding  
If the plastered wall is to be flush with the cabinet and no molding  
is used, the wood frame must be set ¹⁄₂" (13 mm) into the inside  
wall.  
Handle air conditioner gently.  
Be sure your air conditioner cabinet does not fall out of the  
opening during installation or removal.  
A B  
C
The place where the power cord exits the air conditioner  
should be no more than 4 ft (122 cm) from a grounded  
3 prong outlet.  
D
It is the customer's responsibility and obligation to have this  
product installed by a qualified technician familiar with  
through-the-wall room air conditioner installations.  
Do not block the louvers on the front panel.  
Do not block the louvers on the outside of the air conditioner.  
Option 1Wood, metal or plastic molding  
When using a wood, metal or plastic molding, the wood frame  
should line up with inside wall as shown.  
A. Plastered wall  
B. Inside wall  
C. Wood frame  
D. Louvers  
A B C  
Install Wood Frame  
1. Construct wood frame. See Location Requirementsfor  
D
dimensions.  
2. Measure outside width and height of frame to determine wall  
opening dimensions.  
3. Cut opening through the wall. Remove and save insulation.  
NOTES:  
Dimension for depth depends on wall thickness and type  
of molding.  
A. Molding  
B. Inside wall  
C. Wood frame  
D. Louvers  
Do not block louvers in air conditioner cabinet.  
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Use 1" (2.5 cm) or thicker lumber for wood frame.  
2. Insert cabinet into the framed wall opening. The top of the  
cabinet should extend ³⁄₄" (19.1 mm) into the room. If there is  
trim, the cabinet should extend ³⁄₄" (19.1 mm) past the trim.  
A
B
A
B
C
A. Outside width  
B. Outside height  
C. Depth  
4. Apply wood preservative to the outside exposed surface.  
5. Insert the frame in the wall opening. Square and level frame.  
6. Attach frame securely to the wall.  
A. ³⁄₄ " (19.1 mm) extending into room  
B. Trim  
3. Use a level to check that cabinet is level side to side.  
Install Cabinet into Wood Frame  
1. Remove top channel and both side channels using a ¹⁄₄" nut  
driver or socket wrench. Discard top channel and both side  
channels.  
A
A
A. Level  
A
4. Check that air conditioner cabinet is tilted to the outside so  
that water will run to the outside.  
5. Reuse the insulation to seal opening between cabinet and  
A
frame.  
6. Use existing holes in sides and top of cabinet and 7 - #10 x  
1" wood screws (not provided) to attach cabinet to frame.  
NOTE: Do not overtighten screws or cabinet will distort and  
provide a poor air seal between cabinet and air conditioner.  
7. Caulk all outside wall openings around cabinet.  
A. Remove these screws  
CompleteInstallation  
NOTE: Handle air conditioner gently.  
2. Insert air conditioner into cabinet.  
1. Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside of the  
cabinet.  
WARNING  
Excessive Weight Hazard  
Use two or more people to move and install  
air conditioner.  
Failure to do so can result in back or other injury.  
A
A. Make sure the free end of the ground wire is outside of the cabinet.  
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5. Using 2 - #10 x ³⁄₈" round-head screws, attach bottom front of  
panel.  
WARNING  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Connect green ground wire to ground screw.  
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.  
3. Connect green ground wire to cabinet base with ground  
screw.  
Position ground wire pointing straight up. Put excess ground  
wire between coil and air conditioner cabinet.  
NOTE: For through-the-wall installations, if needed, install  
molding around room side of cabinet.  
A
B
WARNING  
A. Green ground wire  
B. Ground screw  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
4. Push front panel straight on and then lower it slightly to lock it  
into place.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
fire, or electrical shock.  
6. Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
7. Press RESET on the power supply cord.  
Air Conditioner Use  
Operating your air conditioner properly helps you to obtain the  
best possible results.  
Do not try to operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode  
when outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C). The inside  
evaporator coil will freeze up, and the air conditioner will not  
operate properly.  
This section explains proper air conditioner operation.  
IMPORTANT:  
NOTE: In the event of a power failure, your air conditioner will  
operate at the previous settings when the power is restored.  
If you turn off the air conditioner, wait at least 3 minutes  
before turning it back on. This prevents the air conditioner  
from blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker.  
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StartingYourAirConditioner—DigitalControl  
Temperature  
Press, or press and hold, the plus button to raise the  
temperature 1º until it reaches 86ºF (30ºC).  
Money  
Saver®  
AutoSwing  
Timer  
0F  
0F  
Temp/Hour  
Temp/Hour  
Hr.  
Hr.  
POWER  
Cool  
High  
Med  
Low  
Mode  
Fan Speed  
Fan Only  
Press, or press and hold, the minus button to lower the  
temperature 1º until it reaches 64ºF (18ºC).  
1. Press POWER to turn on air conditioner.  
Timer Delay  
To set the Timer for a 1- to 24-hour delay untilthe air  
conditioner turns off (the air conditioner must be On):  
1. Press TIMER. Indicator light will flash.  
POWER  
NOTE: When the unit is turned on, it will display the previous  
settings for the Mode, Fan Speed and temperature.  
Timer  
2. Choose mode. See Mode.”  
3. Choose fan speed. See Fan Speed.”  
4. Choose temperature. See Temperature.”  
2. Press the plus or minus button to change the delay time from  
1 to 24 hours.  
3. Press TIMER or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light will remain  
on.  
Mode  
1. Press and hold MODE.  
To set the Timer delay for a 1- to 24-hour delay until the air  
conditioner turns on, keeping previous settings:  
1. Turn off air conditioner.  
2.  
Choose Cool or Fan mode  
Cool—Cools room. Press FAN SPEED to choose fan  
speed. Then adjust the temperature by pressing the up or  
down arrow buttons.  
2. Press TIMER. Indicator light will flash.  
3. Press the plus or minus button to change the delay time from  
1 to 24 hours.  
Fan—Operates the fan at High speed, without cooling.  
The display shows “FO” (fanonly).  
4. Press TIMER or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light will remain  
on.  
Money Saver®  
To set the Timer delay for a 1- to 24-hour delay until the air  
conditioner turns on, changing previous settings:  
1. Turn on air conditioner.  
Money Saver — Fan and compressor run only when  
cooling is needed. Turns fan off when room temperature  
reaches the temperature setting on the thermostat.  
2. Adjust MODE to desired setting.  
3. Adjust FAN SPEEDto High, Medium or Low.  
4. Adjust temperature between 64ºF (18ºC) and 86ºF (30ºC).  
5. Turn off air conditioner.  
Cool  
Money  
Saver®  
Mode  
Fan Only  
6. Press TIMER. Indicator light will flash.  
7. Press the plus or minus button to change delay time from 1 to  
24 hours.  
Fan Speed  
8. Press TIMER or wait 10 seconds.  
NOTE: The FanSpeed button will operate only when the Cool or  
Power Saver mode has been selected.  
To clear Timer delay program  
NOTE: Air conditioner can be either on or off.  
1. Press and hold FAN SPEED until you see the indicator light  
for the desired setting.  
Press and hold TIMER for 3 seconds. Indicator light will turn off.  
2. Choose High, Medium or Low.  
To see the time remaining(inhours)  
High  
1. Press TIMER once after it has been set.  
Med  
Fan Speed  
2. While the display is showing the remaining time, you can  
press the plus or minus button to increase or decrease the  
time.  
Low  
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To raise the temperature:  
To operate air conditioner with remote control  
Press the plus button to raise the temperature. Each time you  
press or hold the plus button, the temperature will go up 1º until it  
reaches 86°F (30°C).  
NOTE: Remote control may vary in appearance.  
To lower the temperature:  
Press the minus button to lower the temperature. Each time you  
press or hold the minus button, the temperature will go down 1º  
until it reaches 64°F (18°C).  
To set Timer for a 1- to 24-hour delaybefore air conditioner  
is turned off (air conditioner must be On):  
1. Press TIMER. Indicator light on air conditioner control panel  
will flash.  
2. Press the plus or minus button to change the delay time from  
1 to 24 hours.  
3. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light on air  
conditioner control panel will remain on.  
NOTE: Two AAA batteries (included) power the remote control.  
Replace batteries after 6 months of use, or when the remote  
control starts to lose power.  
To set Timer to turn on air conditioner, keeping previous  
settings:  
1. Turn off air conditioner.  
To turn the air conditioner on or off:  
Press POWER.  
2. Press TIMER. Indicator light on air conditioner control panel  
will flash.  
3. Press the plus or minus button to change delay time (1 to  
24 hours).  
4. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light on air  
conditioner control panel will remain on.  
To select the mode:  
Press COOL, FAN or $ SAVER  
To set Timer to turn on air conditioner, changing the  
previous settings:  
1. Turn on air conditioner.  
2. Adjust Mode to Cool, Fan Only, or Power Saver.  
3. Adjust Fan Speed to High, Medium or Low.  
4. Adjust temperature between 64°F (18ºC) and 86°F (30ºC).  
5. Turn off air conditioner.  
To select the fan speed:  
Press FAN SPEED for High, Medium or Low.  
6. Press TIMER. Indicator light on air conditioner control panel  
will flash.  
7. Press the plus or minus button to change delay time (1 to  
24 hours).  
8. Press TIMER again or wait 10 seconds. Indicator light on air  
conditioner control panel will remain on.  
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Air Conditioner Care  
Your new air conditioner is designed to give you many years of  
dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care  
for your air conditioner properly. Call your local authorized dealer  
for an annual checkup. Remember… the cost of this service call  
is your responsibility.  
Cleaningthe FrontPanel  
1. Turn off air conditioner.  
2. Remove the air filter and clean it separately. See Cleaning  
the Air Filter.”  
3. Wipe the front panel with a soft, damp cloth.  
4. Air dry front panel completely.  
Cleaning theAirFilter  
The air filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps  
remove dust, lint, and other particles from the air and is important  
for best cooling and operating efficiency. Check the filter every  
2 weeks to see whether it needs cleaning.  
Repairing Paint Damage  
Check once or twice a year for paint damage. This is very  
important, especially in areas near oceans or where rust is a  
problem. If needed, touch up with a good grade enamel paint.  
NOTE: Do not operate the air conditioner without the filter in  
place.  
NOTE: To reduce paint damage during the winter, install a heavy-  
duty cover over air conditioner cabinet. For information on  
ordering a heavy-duty cover, see Accessories.”  
1. Turn off air conditioner.  
2. Remove filter from unit.  
3. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If air filter is very dirty,  
wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not wash air  
filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry  
filter completely before replacing to ensure maximum  
efficiency.  
AnnualMaintenance  
Your air conditioner needs annual maintenance to help ensure  
steady, top performance throughout the year. Call your local  
authorized dealer to schedule an annual checkup. The expense  
of an annual inspection is your responsibility.  
4. Slide air filter down into the filter door. Close filter door.  
Troubleshooting  
Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help.  
Air conditioner will not operate  
Air conditioner blows fuses or trips circuit breakers  
Too many appliances are being used on the same circuit.  
WARNING  
Unplug or relocate appliances that share the same circuit.  
Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker of the wrong capacity  
is being used. Replace with a time-delay fuse or circuit  
breaker of the correct capacity. See Electrical  
Requirements.”  
An extension cord is being used. Do not use an extension  
cord with this or any other appliance.  
Electrical Shock Hazard  
You are trying to restart the air conditioner too soon after  
turning the unit off. Wait at least 3 minutes after turning the  
unit off before trying to restart the air conditioner.  
Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.  
Do not remove ground prong.  
Do not use an adapter.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Normal Sounds  
Failure to follow these instructions can result in death,  
fire, or electrical shock.  
When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may hear  
sounds such as:  
Droplets of water hitting the condenser, causing a pinging or  
clicking sound. The water droplets help cool the condenser.  
The power supply cord is unplugged. Plug into a grounded  
3 prong outlet. See “Electrical Requirements.”  
Air movement from the fan.  
The power supply cord has tripped (Reset button has  
popped out). Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset  
button will latch and remain in) to resume operation.  
Clicks from the thermostat cycle.  
Vibrations or noise due to poor wall or window construction.  
A household fuse has blown, or a circuit breaker has  
tripped. Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the  
problem continues, call an electrician. See “Electrical  
Requirements.”  
A high-pitched hum or pulsating noise caused by the modern  
high-efficiency compressor cycling on and off.  
Depending on model, the Power button has not been  
pressed or the Fan control is turned to Off. Press POWER  
or turn the Fan control to an active setting.  
The local power has failed. Wait for power to be restored.  
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There is excessive heat or moisture (open container  
cooking, showers, etc.) in the room. Use a fan to exhaust  
heat or moisture from the room. Try not to use heat-  
producing appliances during the hottest part of the day.  
Air conditioner power supply cord trips (Reset button  
pops out)  
Disturbances in your electrical current can trip (Reset  
button will pop out) the power supply cord. Press and  
release RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch and  
remain in) to resume operation.  
The louvers are blocked. Install the air conditioner in a  
location where the louvers are free from curtains, blinds,  
furniture, etc.  
The outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C). Do not try to  
operate your air conditioner in the cooling mode when the  
outside temperature is below 65°F (18°C).  
Electrical overloading, overheating, cord pinching or  
aging can trip (Reset button will pop out) the power  
supply cord. After correcting the problem, press and release  
RESET (listen for click; Reset button will latch and remain in)  
to resume operation.  
The temperature of the room you are trying to cool is  
extremely hot. Allow extra time for the air conditioner to cool  
off a very hot room.  
NOTE: A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a  
new power supply cord obtained from the product manufacturer  
and must not be repaired.  
Windows or doors to the outside are open. Close all  
windows and doors.  
The Vent control is set to OPEN (on some models). Push  
the Vent control to CLOSED for maximum cooling and/or  
heating.  
Air conditioner seems to run too much  
The current air conditioner replaced an older model. The  
use of more efficient components may cause the air  
The temperature set point or Thermostat control is not at  
a cool enough setting. Adjust the temperature set point to a  
cooler setting by pressing the minus button to reduce the  
temperature or adjust the Thermostat control to a cooler  
setting by turning the knob clockwise. Turn the Fan control to  
Turbo Cool.  
conditioner to run longer than an older model, but the total  
energy consumption will be less. Newer air conditioners do  
not emit the blastof cold air you may be accustomed to  
from older units, but this is not an indication of lesser cooling  
capacity or efficiency. Refer to the efficiency rating (EER) and  
capacity rating (in BTU/hr.) marked on the air conditioner.  
The air contitioner in the heating mode has insufficient  
BTU/hr for the heating requirements of the room. Do not  
use the air conditioner as a primary source of heat.  
The air conditioner is in a heavily occupied room, or heat-  
producing appliances are in use in the room. Use exhaust  
vent fans while cooking or bathing and try not to use heat-  
producing appliances during the hottest part of the day. A  
higher capacity air conditioner may be required, depending  
on the size of the room being cooled.  
Temperature on display does not match room  
temperature  
When the compressor and fan motor turn off during  
Power Saver mode, or after you turn off the unit, a lower  
temperature reading than the actual room temperature  
may be displayed for a short period of time. This lower  
temperature reading is caused by the temperature sensor  
being located close to the cold evaporator coil. The actual  
room temperature will display within a few minutes.  
Air conditioner cycles on and off too much, or does not  
cool/heat room in cooling/heating mode  
The Mode or Fan control is set to Power Saver (on some  
models). Use Power Saver only when you are asleep or away  
from home, since the fan does not circulate the room air  
continuously. Use Low Cool, Medium Cool or High Cool for  
your best comfort.  
Water drips from cabinet into your house  
The air conditioner is not properly sized for your room.  
Check the cooling capabilities of your room air conditioner.  
Room air conditioners are not designed to cool multiple  
rooms.  
The air conditioner is not properly leveled. The air  
conditioner should slope slightly downward toward the  
outside. Level the air conditioner to provide a downward  
slope toward the outside to ensure proper drainage. See the  
Installation Instructions.  
The filter is dirty or obstructed by debris. Clean the filter.  
The inside evaporator and outside condenser coils are  
dirty or obstructed by debris. See Annual Maintenance.”  
NOTE: Do not drill a hole into the bottom of the metal base  
and condensate pan.  
Assistance or Service  
For further assistance  
For assistance, service or replacement parts  
If you need further assistance, you can write to ask any questions  
or tell us about your concerns to:  
For service assistance or to locate factory-authorized parts in  
your area, call our Customer Service Center at 210-357-4400,  
or your nearest authorized service center.You also can visit  
Center.  
Friedrich Air Conditioning Co.  
Customer Service Dept.  
P.O. Box 1540  
San Antonio, TX 78295-1540  
Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.  
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Friedrich Air Conditioning Company  
P.O. Box 1540  
San Antonio, TX 78295  
210.357.4400  
ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS  
LIMITED WARRANTY  
FIRST YEAR  
ANY PART: If any part supplied by FRIEDRICH fails because of a defect in workmanship or material within twelve months from  
date of original purchase, FRIEDRICH will repair the product at no charge, provided room air conditioner is reasonably accessible  
for service. Any additional labor cost for removing inaccessible units and/or charges for mileage related to travel by a Service  
Agency that exceeds 25 miles one way will be the responsibility of the owner. This remedy is expressly agreed to be the exclusive  
remedy within twelve months from the date of the original purchase.  
SECOND THROUGH FIFTH YEAR  
SEALED REFRIGERANT SYSTEM: If the Sealed Refrigeration System (defined for this purpose as the compressor, condenser  
coil, evaporator coil, reversing valve, check valve, capillary, filter drier, and all interconnecting tubing) supplied by FRIEDRICH in  
your Room Air Conditioner fails because of a defect in workmanship or material within sixty months from date of purchase,  
FRIEDRICH will pay a labor allowance and parts necessary to repair the Sealed Refrigeration System; PROVIDED FRIEDRICH will  
not pay the cost of diagnosis of the problem, removal, freight charges, and transportation of the air conditioner to and from the  
Service Agency, and the reinstallation charges associated with repair of the Sealed Refrigeration System. All such cost will be the  
sole responsibility of the owner. This remedy is expressly agreed to be the exclusive remedy within sixty months from the date of the  
original purchase.  
APPLICABILITY AND LIMITATIONS: This warranty is applicable only to units retained within the Fifty States of the U.S.A., District  
of Columbia, and Canada. This warranty is not applicable to:  
1. Air filters or fuses.  
2. Products on which the model and serial numbers have been removed.  
3. Products which have defects or damage which results from improper installation, wiring, electrical current  
characteristics, or maintenance; or caused by accident, misuse or abuse, fire, flood, alterations and/or misapplication  
of the product and/or units installed in a corrosive atmosphere, default or delay in performance caused by war,  
government restrictions or restraints, strikes, material shortages beyond the control of FRIEDRICH, or acts of God.  
OBTAINING WARRANTY PERFORMANCE: Service will be provided by the FRIEDRICH Authorized Dealer or Service  
Organization in your area. They are listed in the Yellow Pages. If assistance is required in obtaining warranty performance, write  
to: Room Air Conditioner Service Manager, Friedrich Air Conditioning Co., P.O. Box 1540, San Antonio, TX 78295-1540.  
LIMITATIONS:  
THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES. Anything in the warranty  
notwithstanding, ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND/OR MERCHANTABILITY  
SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY. MANUFACTURER EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS AND  
EXCLUDES ANY LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGE FOR BREACH OF ANY EXPRESSED OR  
IMPLIED WARRANTY.  
NOTE: Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, or do not allow the limitation or exclusion of  
consequential or incidental damages, so the foregoing exclusions and limitations may not apply to you.  
OTHER: This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
PROOF OF PURCHASE: Owner must provide proof of purchase in order to receive any warranty related services.  
All service calls for explaining the operation of this product will be the sole responsibility of the consumer.  
All warranty service must be provided by an Authorized FRIEDRICH Service Agency, unless authorized by FRIEDRICH prior to  
repairs being made.  
(10-04)  
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