Cleaning the slide-out air filter, Performing annual maintenance, Warning – Whirlpool ACE184XD0 User Manual
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C A R I N G F O R Y O U R A I R C O N D I T I O N E R
Cleaning the slide-out air filter
The fiHer is cleanable. A clean filter helps
remove dust, lint, and other particles from
the air. Check every two weeks to see if filter
needs cleaning.
1. Remove filter by sliding it up and out the
top of the front panel.
2. Clean filter using a vacuum cleaner.
OR
If very dirty, wash filter with warm water
and mild detergent. Air dry thoroughly
before replacing.
3. Replace filter by sliding it back down into
opening at top of front panel.
Filter
A
warning
Performing annual maintenance
Your air conditioner needs annual mainte
nance to ensure steady, top performance
throughout the year. Call the service com
pany recommended by your dealer to:
• Inspect and clean the coils and conden
sate water passages.
• Check fan and fan motor.
The compressor arxl fan motor are sealed
and need no oiling. The expense of an
annual inspection is the cortsumer’s respon
sibility.
OR
If you are familiar with electrical appliances,
you can do the inspection and maintenance
yourself. If you choose to do so, follow these
steps:
1. Disconnect power cord from receptacle.
2. Remove the front panel. (See “Cleaning
the front panef on page 7.)
3. Slide unit out of cabinet using the handles
on the base flange.
4. Be careful rwt to break off or remove
white or gray beaded foam parts. Some
are marked “Do not remove.”
Electrical Shock Hazard
• Unplug power cord from receptacle
before performing any maintenance.
Be sure no liquid gets into the rrK>tor,
electrical control box, or compressor
electrical terminals.
• Do not lift, push, or pull any white or
gray bead^ foam (expanded polysty
rene) parts.
• Because your air conditioner weighs
from 80 to 200 pounds, it is recom
mended that you have someone help
you when you remove or reinstall
your unit and that you both use proper
lifting techniques.
• Handle the air conditioner with care.
Watch out for the sharp metal fins on
the front and rear coils.
• Do not use the collected water for
drinking purposes. It is not sanitary.
Failure to follow the 8dx>ve precautions
could result in electrical shock, personal
injury, or product damage.