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WARNING
Make sure your electrical receptacle has the same
configuration as your air conditioner’s plug. If
different, consult a Licensed Electrician.
Do not use plug adapters.
Do not use an extension cord.
Do not remove ground prong.
Always plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
Failure to follow these instructions can result in
electrical shock, serious injury or death.
Keep the filter clean
Make sure that your air conditioner is always in top performing condition
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Provide good air flow
Make sure the airflow to and from the unit is clear. Your air conditioner puts the
conditioned air out at the top of the unit, and takes in unconditioned air at the
bottom. Airflow is critical to good operation. It is just as important on the outside
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Unit placement
If your air conditioner can be placed in a window or wall that is shaded by a tree
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blinds on the sunny side of the dwelling will also add to your unit’s efficiency.
Insulation
Good insulation will be a big help in maintaining desirable comfort levels.
Doors should have weather stripping. Be sure to caulk around doors and
windows.
Proper installation of schassis eal gasket
Make sure the seal gasket has been installed properly to minimize noise
and improve effi ciency. If the sealchassis gasket has not been installed,
please
refer to Step 14 of the installation instructions.
Also, if you switch from Cool mode to Fan Only, and switch back to
COOL mode, there is a three minute delay before the compressor comes
back on.
For the best cooling performance and highest energy efficiency
WARNING: Before operating unit
Make sure the wiring is adequate for your unit.
If you have fuses, they should be of the time delay type. Before you install
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or time delay fuse does not exceed the amp rating listed in Figure 1.
DO NOT use an extension cord.
The cord provided will carry the proper amount of electrical power to the
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Make sure that the receptacle is compatible with
the air conditioner cord plug provided.
This insures proper grounding. If you have a two prong receptacle you
will need to have it replaced with a grounded receptacle by a certifi ed
electrician. The grounded receptacle should meet all national and local
codes and ordinances. Under no circumstances should you remove the
ground prong fro
m the plug. You must use the three prong plug furnished
with the air conditioner.
Test the power cord
All Friedrich room air conditioners are shipped from the factory with a
Leakage Current Detection Interrupter (LCDI) equipped power cord. The
LCDI device meets the UL and NEC requirements for cord connected air
conditioners.
To test your power supply cord:
1. Plug power supply cord into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
2. Press RESET (See Figure 2).
3. Press TEST (listen for
click; Reset button trips and pops out).
4. Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset button latches and
remains in). The power supply cord is ready for operation.
NOTE: LCDI device is not intended to be used as a switch.
Once plugged in the unit will operate normally without the need to reset
the LCDI device.
If the device fails to trip when tested or if the power supply cord is
damaged it must be replaced with a new supply cord from the manufac-
turer. We recomm
end you contact our Technical Assistance Line at
(800) 541-6645 ext. 845. To expedite service, please have your model
and serial number available.
MODEL
CIRCUIT RATING
OR TIME DELAY
FUSE
REQUIRED WALL
RECEPTACLE
AMP VOLT
NEMA
NO.
XQ06 • • XQ08 • XQ10
EQ08
XQ05
15 125 5-15R
Figure 2
Figure 1
WARNING
TEST BEFORE EACH USE
1. PRESS RESET BUTTON
2. PLUG LDCI INTO POWER
RECEPTACLE
3. PRESS TEST BUTTON,
RESET BUTTON SHOULD
POP UP
4. PRESS TEST BUTTON,
FOR USE
DO NOT USE IF ABOVE TEST
FAILS
WHEN GREEN LIGHT IS ON
IT IS WORKING PROPERLY
RESET
TEST
NOTE: Your LCDI device will resemble one of these illustrations.
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