USE & CARE MANUAL
DESIGNER SERIES
Contents
NOTE: This USE & CARE MANUAL
provides specific operating instructions
for your model. Use the room air
conditioner only as instructed in this USE
& CARE MANUAL instructions are not
meant to cover every possible condition
and situation that may occur. Common
sense and caution must be practiced when
installing, operating, and maintaining any
appliance.
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Warranty
Product Registration
Packaging
Normal Sounds
Important Safety Instructions
Operation of Current Device
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Air Conditioner Features
Care and Cleaning
Energy Saving Ideas
Avoid Service Checklist
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
15,100 BTU -25,000 BTU
AIR CONDITIONERS
ELECTRONIC CONTROLS
P/N 66121616
Record Your Model and Serial Numbers
Record in the space provided below the model and serial numbers. On all models, the serial
plate is located on the outside of the cabinet.
Product Registration
Model No.
Serial No.
Register Your Product
The self-addressed PRODUCT REGISTRATION CARD should be filled in completely, signed
and returned to the Frigidaire Company.
Packaging
Remove all packaging from inside the unit, also any inserts placed into
side louvers.
Packing + straps
Packing Inserts
Normal Sounds
High Pitched Chatter
Today’s high efficiency compressors
may have a high pitched chatter
during the cooling cycle.
Vibration
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 Swishing
Droplets of water hitting
condenser during normal
operation may cause “pinging
or swishing” sounds.
Gurgle/Hiss
“Gurgling or hissing” noise may be heard
due to refrigerant passing through
evaporator during normal operation.
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Read all instructions before using this air conditioner.
Important Safety
Instructions
For Your Safety
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance. Read product labels for flammability and other warnings.
The power supply cord with
this air conditioner contains a current
detection device designed to reduce the risk
of fire.
Please refer to the section ‘Operation of
Current Device’ for details.
In the event that the power supply cord is
damaged, it cannot be repaired-it must be
replaced with a cord from the Product
Manufacturer.
Prevent Accidents
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical shock, or injury to persons when using your air conditioner,
follow basic precautions, including the following:
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Be sure the electrical service is adequate for the model you have chosen. This information
can be found on the serial plate, which is located on the side of the cabinet and behind the
grille.
If the air conditioner is to be installed in a window, you will probably want to clean both
sides of the glass first. If the window is a triple-track type with a screen panel included,
remove the screen completely before installation.
Be sure the air conditioner has been securely and correctly installed according to the
separate installation instructions provided with this manual. Save this manual and the
installation instructions for possible future use in removing or reinstalling this unit.
When handling the air conditioner, be careful to avoid cuts from sharp metal fins on front
and rear coils.
Avoid fire hazard or electric
shock. Do not use an extension cord or an
adaptor plug. Do not remove any prong from
the power cord.
Grounding type wall
receptacle
Electrical Information
The complete electrical rating of your new room air conditioner is stated on the serial plate.
Refer to the rating when checking the electrical requirements.
Do not, under any
circumstances, cut,
remove, or bypass the
grounding prong.
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Be sure the air conditioner is properly grounded. To minimize shock and fire hazards,
proper grounding is important. The power cord is equipped with a three-prong grounding
plug for protection against shock hazards.
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Your air conditioner must be used in a properly grounded wall receptacle. If the wall
receptacle you intend to use is not adequately grounded or protected by a time delay fuse
or circuit breaker, have a qualified electrician install the proper receptacle.
Do not run air conditioner with outside protective cover in place. This could result in
mechanical damage within the air conditioner.
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Do not use an extension cord or an adapter plug.
Power supply cord
with 3-prong grounding
plug and current
detection device
READ THIS SECTION BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE AIR CONDITIONER.
The power supply cord contains a current device that senses damage to the power cord. To test your
power supply cord do the following:
1. Plug in the Air Conditioner.
Operation of Current
Device
2. The power supply cord will have TWO buttons on the plug head. Press the TEST button. You will
notice a click as the RESET button pops out.
3. Press the RESET button. Again you will notice a click as the button engages.
4. The power supply cord is now supplying electricity to the unit. (On some products this is also indi-
cated by a light on the plug head).
press RESET
Plug in &
NOTES:
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Do not use this device to turn the unit on or off.
Always make sure the RESET button is pushed in for correct operation.
The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when either the TEST button is pushed, or
it cannot be reset. A new one can be obtained from the product manufacturer.
If power supply cord is damaged, it CANNOT be repaired. It MUST be replaced by one obtained from
the product manufacturer.
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NOTE: Some plugs have
buttons on the top.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Before you begin, thoroughly familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote as shown below and
all its functions, then follow the symbol for the functions you desire. The unit can be controlled by the
unit control alone or with the remote.
Air Conditioner Features
LIGHT
DISPLAYS
TEMPERATURE/TIME
FAN SPEED
ON/OFF
AUTO TEMP
FEATURE
SLEEP MODE
ADJUSTS
TEMP &
TIME
CHECK FILTER
RESET BUTTON
SETS
FAN
SPEED
ADJUSTS
TEMP &
TIME
SETS FAN SPEED
SETS
MODE
Auto
Temp
SETS MODE
TURNS UNIT
ON OR OFF
ACTIVATES
TIMER
AUTO TEMP
ACTIVATES
TIMER
UNIT CONTROL
REMOTE CONTROL
Battery Size: AAA
Warning: do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc), or rechargeable
(nickel-cadmium) batteries.
NOTE: The following instructions represent the Unit Controls, the same instructions can be used for the Remote Control.
TO TURN UNIT ON:
YOU WILL SEE:
DO THIS:
PRESS ON/OFF
BUTTON
TO CHANGE
TEMPERATURE SETTING:
YOU WILL SEE:
DO THIS:
PRESS TO RAISE
PRESS TO LOWER
Note: Tap or hold either up(
) or down(
) button until the desired temperature is seen on the display. This temperature will be auto-
matically maintained anywhere between 60˚F (16˚C) and 90˚F (32˚C). If you want the display to read the actual room temperature. See
“To Operate on Fan Only” section on Page 6.
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Air Conditioner Features
(continued)
TO ADJUST FAN SPEEDS:
YOU WILL SEE :
DO THIS:
PRESS TO
SELECT:
FASTER
SLOWER
Press the Fan Faster button will increase the fan speed from Low (LO), to Medium (ME), to High (HI). The digital display will indicate
your chosen speed. Press the Fan Slower button will decrease the fan speed from High (HI), to Medium (ME), to Low (LO).The digital display will
indicate your chosen speed.After 5 seconds the display will revert back to the set temperature.
LIGHT ON
TO USE AUTO TEMP FEATURE:
YOU WILL SEE:
DO THIS:
PRESS AUTO
TEMP
BUTTON
Note: Fan speed starts at High Speed and adjusts to a slower speed as the room temperature dictates. For example if the room doesn’t
get too warm, it will stay at the slowest speed. If the room temperature rises quickly, such as a door being opened, it will automatically go
to the highest speed. The fan speeds will re-adjust back to the slowest speed as the room returns to the original set temperature.
TO OPERATE ON FAN ONLY:
YOU WILL SEE:
DO THIS:
PRESS
MODE BUTTON
CHOOSE
FAN ONLY
LIGHT ON
Note: Use this function only when cooling is not desired, such as for room air circulation or to exhaust stale air. (Remember to open the
vent during this function, but keep it closed during cooling for maximum cooling efficiency.) You can choose any fan speed you prefer. (Exc-
ept “Auto Temp”).
During this function, the display will show the actual room temperature, not the set temperature as in the cooling mode.
Fan Only cannot be selected when the unit is in the 'Remote Sensing' Mode.
(On those units with that feature).
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Air Conditioner Features
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TO USE THE
ENERGY SAVER FEATURE:
YOU WILL SEE:
DO THIS:
PRESS
MODE BUTTON
CHOOSE
ENERGY SAVER
LIGHT ON
Note: In this mode, the fan will continue to run for another 3 minutes after the compressor shuts off. The fan then cycles on for 2 minutes
at 10 minute intervals until the room temperature is above the set temperature, at which time the the cooling system turns back on.
FIRST
DO THIS:
TIMER: DELAY STOP / START
FEATURE:
YOU WILL SEE HOW MUCH
TIME IS CHOSEN:
PRESS
TIMER BUTTON
THEN
DO THIS:
PRESS
TEMP/TIMER
SET BUTTON
LIGHT ON
Note 1: For Delay Stop, the unit must be in the On position.
Note 2: For Delay Start, the unit must be in the Off position.
First, PRESS TIME BUTTON
Then to adjust timer setting, tap or hold the UP arrow (
) or the DOWN arrow (
) to change delay timer at .5 hour increments, up to 10
hours, then by 1 hour increments up to 24 hours. The control will count down the time remaining until start (8, 7.5, 7, etc.). The Delay Start
mode automatically selects cooling with maximum Fan Speed. The temperature maintained will be the same as previously set. To change the
set temperature, press “COOL” then Up or Down arrows until the desired temperature is indicated on the display. After 5 seconds, the con-
trol will automatically change the display back to the hours remaining until the unit will start/stop. PRESSING the unit On/Off button at any
time will cancel the Delay Start/Stop function. The Delay Start/Stop Feature will work until the unit either starts or stops. Once that happens
he above steps have to be repeated again.
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Air Conditioner Features
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LIGHT ON
YOU WILL SEE :
CHECK FILTER FEATURE:
Note: This feature is a reminder to clean the Air Filter (See Care and Cleaning) for more efficient operation and cooling. The LED (light) will
illuminate after 250 hours of operation. To reset after cleaning the filter, press the “Check Filter” button and the light will go off.
LIGHT ON
SLEEP FEATURE:
YOU WILL SEE:
DO THIS:
PRESS SLEEP
BUTTON
Note: In this “MODE” the set temperature will increase by 2 degrees F 30 minutes after the mode is selected. The temperature will then
increase by another 2 degrees F after an additional 30 minutes. This new temperature will be maintained for 7 hours before it returns to the or-
iginally selected temperature. This ends the “Sleep” MODE and the unit will continue to operate as originally programmed. The “Sleep”
MODE program can be cancelled at any time during operation by again pressing the “Sleep” button.
TO TURN UNIT OFF:
YOU WILL SEE:
DO THIS:
PRESS ON/OFF
BUTTON
FAULT CODES:
If the display reads"ES", a sensor
has failed.Contact your Authorized
Frigidaire Service Center.
If the display reads"AS", a sensor
has failed.Contact your Authorized
Frigidaire Service Center.
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Air Conditioner Features
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ADDITIONAL THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW
Now that you have mastered the operating procedure, here are more features in your control that you should become familiar with.
• The “Cool “ circuit has an automatic 3 minute time delayed start if the unit is turned off and on
quickly. This prevents overheating of the compressor and possible circuit breaker tripping. The
fan will continue to run during this time.
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The control will maintain the set temperature within 2 degrees Fahrenheit, between 60F and 90F degrees.
The control is capable of displaying temperature in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius. To convert from one to the other and back,
press and hold the “TEMP/TIMER” Up (
) and Down (
) buttons together for 3 seconds.
Fresh Air Vent Control
The Fresh Air Vent allows the air conditioner to:
1. Recirculate inside air - Vent Closed (see Fig. 1)
2. Draw fresh air into the room - Vent Open (see Fig. 2)
3. Exchange air from the room and draws fresh air into the room - Vent and Exhaust
Open (see Fig. 3)
Figure 1 (OFF)
Figure 2 (FRESH AIR)
Figure 3 (VENT )
Auger Type Air Directional Louvers
The louvers will allow you to direct the air flow Up or Down and Left or Right throughout
the room as needed. Rotate the Auger Wheel Up or Down until the desired direction is
obtained.
Air Direction
AUGER WHEEL
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Clean your air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking new. Be sure to unplug the
unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards.
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter Cleaning
The air filter should be checked at least once a month to see if cleaning is necessary.
Trapped particles in the filter can build up and cause an accumulation of frost on the
cooling coils.
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Tilt the panel out by grasping the panel from both sides, just below the controls and
the air directional louvers, and gently pull to release. Pivot the panel on its honges
and remove the filter.
Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse filter
thoroughly. Gently shake excess water from the filter. Be sure filter is thoroughly dry
before replacing.
Or, instead of washing you may vacuum the filter clean.
Cabinet Cleaning
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Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard. The cabinet and
front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or washed with a cloth dampened in a solution
of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.
Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front.
Be sure to wring excess water from the cloth before wiping around the controls. Excess
water in or around the controls may cause damage to the air conditioner.
Plug in air conditioner.
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Winter 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 it to the
original carton.
Note: To prevent rust or electrical connections from being damaged, store air co-
nditioner in an upright and a dry place.
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Do not block air flow inside with blinds, curtains or furniture; or outside with shrubs,
enclosures, or other buildings.
The capacity of the room air conditioner must fit the room size for efficient and satisfactory
Energy Saving Ideas
operation.
Install the room air conditioner on the shady side of your home. A window that faces north
is best because it is shaded most of the day.
Close the fireplace damper, floor and wall registers so cool air does not escape up the
chimney and into the duct work.
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Keep blinds and drapes in other windows closed during the sunniest part of the day.
Clean the air filter as recommended in the section “Care and Cleaning.”
Proper insulation and weather stripping in your home will help keep warm air out and cool
air in.
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External house shading with trees, plants or awnings will help reduce the air conditioner’s
work load.
Operate heat producing appliances such as ranges, washers, dryers and dishwashers
during the coolest part of the day.
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Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list
includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workman-ship or
materials in this appliance.
Avoid Service Checklist
OCCURRENCE
SOLUTION
Air conditioner will not operate.
Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly into wall outlet.
Plug Current Device Tripped. Press the RESET button.
House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit breaker.
Control is OFF. Turn Control ON and set to desired setting.
Air from unit does not feel cold
enough.
Room temperature below 60°F (16°C). Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 60°F (16°C).
Temperature sensing element touching cold coil, located behind air filter. Straighten away from coil.
Reset to a Lower temperature.
Compressor shut-off by changing modes. Wait approximately 3 minutes and listen for compressor to restart
when set in the COOL mode.
Air conditioner cooling, but room is
too warm - ice forming on cooling
coil behind decorative front.
Outdoor temperature below 60°F (16°C). To defrost the coil, set FAN ONLY Mode.
Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section. To defrost, set to FAN ONLY Mode.
Temperature is set too Low for night-time cooling. To defrost the coil, set to FAN ONLY Mode. Then, set Tem-
perature to a Higher setting.
Air conditioner cooling, but room is
too warm - NO ice forming on
cooling coil behind decorative front.
Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
Temperature is set too High. Set temperature to a Lower setting.
Air directional louvers positioned improperly. Position louvers for better air distribution.
Front of unit is blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc. - restricts air distribution. Clear blockage in front of unit.
Doors, windows, registers, etc. open - cold air escapes. Close doors, windows, registers, etc.
Unit recently turned on in hot room. Allow additional time to remove “stored heat” from walls, ceiling, floor and
furniture.
Air conditioner turns on and off
rapidly.
Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter.
Outside temperature extremely hot. Set FAN speed to a faster setting to bring air past cooling coils more
frequently.
Noise when unit is cooling.
Air movement sound. This is normal. If too loud, set to a slower FAN setting.
Window vibration - poor installation. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer.
Water dripping INSIDE when unit is
cooling.
Improper installation. Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage. Refer to installation
instructions - check with installer.
Water dripping OUTSIDE when unit
is cooling.
Unit removing large quantity of moisture from humid room. This is normal during excessively humid days.
Set temperature too low. Increase set temperature.
Room Too Cold.
If These Solutions Fail, Call 1-800-444-4944 For Frigidaire Service.
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