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Warranty ....................................................................... 2
Safety Instructions ........................................................ 3
Recognize Safety Symbols, Words, and Labels ....... 3
Important Safety Information .................................... 3
Model Identification ....................................................... 4
Parts and Feature Identification ................................ 4
Sizing Instructions ........................................................ 5
Installation .................................................................... 6
Installing Room Air Conditioners ............................... 6
Electrical Requirements ............................................ 6
Window Installation Instructions---7000 and 9000 Btu
Unit (Model 78079, 70089) ................................... 7
Window Installation Instructions--12000, and 18000
Btu Units
(Models 70129, 78189) ...................................... 12
Through-the-Wall Installation_12000, and 18,000 Btu
Units
(Models 70129, and 78189) ............................... 17
Controls ...................................................................... 20
Operating Instructions................................................. 21
Before TurningAirConditioner On ............................ 21
Normal Cooling Mode .............................................. 21
Smart Set Mode ...................................................... 21
Power Saver Plus Mode .......................................... 21
Fan Only Mode (No Cooling) ................................... 21
Delay Start Operation .............................................. 22
Adjusting Airflow Direction ....................................... 22
EnergySaving Tips ................................................. 22
Normal Operating Sounds ....................................... 23
Care and Maintenance ................................................ 23
Maintenance Schedule ............................................ 23
Maintenance Procedures ......................................... 24
Cleaning Air Discharge Louvers, Retum Air Grille, and
Electronic Control .............................................. 24
Evaporator Coil, Condenser Coil, and Base Pan
Maintenance ..................................................... 25
Outer Case Maintenance ........................................ 25
Troubleshooting .......................................................... 26
Accessories ............................................................ 27
Ordering Replacement Parts .................................. 27
Assistance and Service .............................................. 27
Service ................................................................... 27
Warranty
IFuII One Year Warranty on Air Conditioner
For one year from the date of purchase, when this Kenmore Room Air Conditioner is operated and maintained
according tothe instructions furnished with it, Sears will repair air conditioner free of Charge if it is defective in
material or workmanship.
Full Five Year Warranty on Sealed Refrigeration System
For five years from the date of purchase, when this Kenmore Room Air Conditioner is operated and maintained
according tothe instructionsfurnished with it, Sears will repair the air conditioner sealed system (consisting of
compressor motor, connecting tubing, evaporator coil tubing, and condenser coiltubing) free of charge, if
defective in material or workmanship.
Warranty Service
Warranty service is available by contacting the nearest Sears Service Center in the United States.
Warranty coverage applies onlyto air conditioners used for non-commercial, private household purposes.
This warranty applies onlywhile this productis in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
Before continuing, please complete the information below. Model number and serial number information can be
found on identification plate located behind air filter. Should air conditioner ever require service, the following
information willspeed the process.
Model Number: 596.
Serial or S/N Number:
Date ofpurchase:
Store location:
Keep this manual and your sales receipt together for future reference or ifwarranty service is required.
To prevent unnecessary service calls, review troubleshooting tipsin this manual before calling for service.