Whirlpool CAH12W04 Air Conditioner User Manual


 
Cleaning Your Air Conditioner
Proper use and care of your air conditioner will
help ensure longer life of the unit and lower
operating costs. Follow these instructions
carefully. Call your local servicing dealer for an
annual chedtup.
Cleaning front panel and filter
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Electrical Shock, Personal Injury and
Product Damage Hazard
l Unplug power cord from receptacle
before cieanlng unit.. Faliure to do so
could result in eiectrlcai shock or per-
sonal inlury.
l Handle the air conditioner with care. The
metal fins on the coils are sharp. Failure
to do so could resutt In personal injury.
l Do not use cleaning flulds, solvents,
abrasive cleaners, or strong detergents.
They may damage the parts.
1.
Unplug power cord.
2. Remove the front panel from unit for cleaning
Press down at top of front panel to release it
from top of cabinet.
3. Pull top of front panel toward you.
4. Lift up and away from bottom spring clips.
5. Remove filter from front panel by removing
elastic band which holds it in place.
6. Clean filter by using a vacuum cleaner or, if
very dirty, wash fifter with warm water and a
mild detergent. Air dry thoroughly before
replacing.
Do not use a hot air dryer on
fliter.
7. Clean front panel using a soft cloth with warm
water and a mild detergent. Rinse and dry.
8. Replace filter and hold it in place with elastic
band.
9. Wipe control panel clean with a soft, dry cloth.
10. Replace front panel. Locate bottom of panel
on the spring clips. Press down on top edge
of front panel and push front toward unit to
secure upper tabs.
11. Reconnect power supply.
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