Kenmore 78189 Air Conditioner User Manual


 
Operating Instructions
Normal Operating Sounds
Certain sounds may be made when air conditioner runs,
especialJyin a cooling mode. Sounds may include:
Water splashing onto condenser; caused by slinger
ring attached to condenser fan. Slinger ring picks up
water (condensate) in base pan and sprays it on
condenser to increase efficiency of unit.
Compressorcycles frequently. High efficiency
compressorsused in new Kenmora Room
AirConditionersrunmore frequently but for shorter
periodsand consume less energy than older, less
efficientcompressors.
Airflowfrom air discharge vent. Ifsound is distracting,
try adjusting louvers on discharge vent, moving objects
that may be obstructing airflow, or reducing fan speed.
Care and Maintenance
I WARNING ]
To avoid death or personal injury due toelectrical
shock, turn offfan control and unplug power cord
before cleaning orperforming maintenance on this
device.
Maintenance Schedule
Kenmore Room Air Conditionersare designedand
manufacturedto provide years ofdependable service
when propedycared for and maintained.
Maintenance Schedule (below) shows maintenance
requiredto keep unit operating at peak efficiency. Most
maintenance can be performed using common tools,
equipment, and products.See Maintenance Procedures
(beginningon page 24).
Large maintenance tasks, such as washing condenser
and evaporator coils,should performed byan authorized
Sears servicer (at owner'sexpense). Call 1-800-4-88-
1222 for locationofa localauthorized Sears Service
Center.
Maintenance Required
Inspect/clean air filler.
Table 2. Maintenance Schedule
Procedure
Remove air filler and inspect. Clean ifrequired; replace.
NOTE: Never operate air conditioner withfiller removed.
Inspectair discharge louvers, returnair grille,and electronic
control for dust and dirtaccumulation. Clean, ifnecessary.
NOTE: Inspectmore often in dustyenvironments.
Inspect louvers onouter case and remove anyobstructions.
Frequency
Weekly
Inspect/clean air discharge Weekly
louvers, retum air grille, and
electronic control.
Inspect louvers on outer case Monthly
for obstructions.
Inspect condenser coil. Inspect condenser coilfor dirt, bent fins, and other Annually
obstructions. Clean/repair, if necessary.
! NOTE: Inspect mare often in dusty environments.
Inspect evaporator coil. Inspect evaporator coilfor dirt, bent fins, and other Annually
obstructions. Clean/repair, if necessary.
NOTE: nspect more often in dusty environments.
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Inspect outer case for I Inspect interior and exterior of outer case for scratches, Annually
signs of damage, paint blisters, rust, and other damage. Repair as necessary.
NOTE: Inspect more often in salty or other corrosive
environments.
Inspect/clean base pan. Inspect base pan for scratches, blisters, rust, dents, and other Annually
damage. Repair as necessary. Clean condensate drain
passages of any accumulated material.
NOTE: In areas of excessive humidity, use algicide (algae
inhibitor) in base pan to help reduce algae build-up.