Maytag Thru-the-Wall Room Air Conditioner - Manual (Page 3)

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Unit Accessories
This unit is designed for through-the-wall installation in new
or existing buildings. To complete the installation in an
existing wall sleeve, a TWKG rear louver panel kit, a
TWEAK or TWFAK adapter kit is required.
If the sleeve is a GE wall sleeve, use the TWKG rear louver
panel kit. If the sleeve is an Emerson wall sleeve, use the
TWEAK adapter kit, If the sleeve is a Fedders or Freidrich
wall sleeve, use the TWFAK adapter kit.
The chassis and wall sleeve are shipped separate.
Operating Instructions
Check the data specification plate and ensure the proper
voltage and current rating for the type of power plug on the
unit is available. DO NOT REMOVE THE GROUNDING
PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD. See Figure 3 for the
types of acceptable plugs. Do not use an extension cord for
the installation of this product. Refer to the data specifica-
tion plate for electrical requirements.
Figure 3
LCDI or AFCI Power Cords
Underwriters Laboratories (UL) and the National Electric
Code (NEC) now require power cords that sense current
leakage and can open the electrical circuit to the unit. In the
event, the unit does not operate, check the reset button
located on or near the head of the power cord as part of the
normal troubleshooting procedure.
WARNING
To prevent property damage, personal
injury or death, do not remove grounding
prong from plug. Follow all operating
instructions.
Installation Instructions
To ensure that the unit operates safely and efficiently, it
must be installed, operated, and maintained according to
these installation and operating instructions and all local
codes and ordinances, or, in their absence, with the latest
edition of the National Electrical Code. The proper instal-
lation of this unit is described in the following sections.
Following the steps in the order presented should ensure
proper installation.
NOTE: Attach the supplied 1/2” x 1” x 14” foam prior to
installation of unit. Remove adhesive backing strip and
place the foam on unit as shown in Figure 4.
FOAM
Figure 4
SLEEVE INSTALLATION
In order for condensate water to drain properly inside the
unit, the sleeve must be installed properly:
• Level from right to left.
• A slight downward pitch from the indoor side to the
outdoor side as shown in Figure 5.
Refer to the Installation Instructions supplied with the wall
sleeve for a complete description of the installation proce-
dure.
Wall
Sleeve
Outside
Wall
Outside Inside
Level
1/4 Bubble
Tilt To
Outside
Figure 5
REAR LOUVER PANEL
A TWKG rear louver panel kit is required for unit installation
into an existing GE 26” wall sleeve. A TWEAK or TWFAK
adapter kit is required for unit installation into an existing 27”
wall sleeve. The rear louver panel directs air flow for proper
unit operation and protects the outdoor coil. The panel must
be installed before installing the chassis. These kits are not
supplied with the unit. Refer to the Installation Instructions
supplied with the rear louver panel kit for a complete
description of the installation procedure.
NOTE: If using a GE wall sleeve, ensure that the rear
enclosure panel is removed before installing the TWKG
panel.
110V 230V 230V
15 amp 15 amp 20 amp