Friedrich CP15F10A User Manual

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Air Conditioner Care
Your new air conditioner is designed to give you many years of 
dependable service. This section tells you how to clean and care 
for your air conditioner properly. Call your local authorized dealer 
for an annual checkup. Remember… the cost of this service call 
is your responsibility.
Cleaning the Air Filter
The air filter is removable for easy cleaning. A clean filter helps 
remove dust, lint, and oth er particles from the air and is import ant 
for best cooling and op erating efficiency. Check the filter every 
2 weeks to see whether it needs cleaning. 
NOTE: Do not operate the air conditioner without the filter in 
place.
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2.   Remove filter from unit.
3. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean air filter. If air filter is very dirty, 
wash it in warm water with a mild detergent. Do not wash air 
filter in the dishwasher or use any chemical cleaners. Air dry 
filter compl etely before replacing to ensure maximum 
efficiency.
4. Slide air filter down into t he filter door. Close filter door.
Troubleshooting
Before calling for service, try the suggestions below to see whether you can solve your problem without outside help.
Air conditioner will not operate
Air conditioner blows fuses or trips circuit breakers
Too many appliances are being used on the same circuit. 
Unplug or relocate appliances that share the same circuit.
Time-delay fuse or circuit breaker of the wrong capacity 
is b eing used. Replace with a time-d elay fuse or circuit 
breaker of the correct cap acity. See “ Electrical 
Requirements.”
An extension cord is being used. Do not use an extension 
cord with this or any other appliance.
You are trying to restart the air conditioner too soon after 
turning the unit off.
 Wait at least 3 minutes after turning the 
unit off before trying to restart the air conditioner.
Cleaning the Front Panel
1. Turn off air conditioner.
2. Remove the air filter and clean it separately. See “ Cleaning 
the Air Filter.”
3. Wipe the front panel with a soft, damp cloth.
4. Air dry front panel comp letely.
Repairing Paint Damage
Check once or twice a year for paint damage. This is very 
important, especially in areas near oceans or where rust is a 
problem. If needed, touch up with a good grade enamel paint.
Annual Maintenance
Your air conditioner needs annual maintenance to help ensure 
steady, top performance throughout the year. Call your local 
authorized dealer to schedule an annual checkup. The expense 
of an annual inspection is your responsibility.
Normal Sounds
When your air conditioner is operating normally, you may hear 
sounds such as:
Droplets of water hitting the condenser, causing a pinging or 
clicking sound. The water droplets help cool the condenser.
Air movement from the fan.
Clicks from the thermostat cycle.
Vibrations or noise due to poor wall or window cons truction.
A high-p itched hum or pulsating noise caused by the modern 
high-efficiency comp ressor cycling on and off.
The power supply cord is unplugged. Plug into a grounded 
3 prong outlet. See “ Electrical Requirements.”
The power supply cord has tripped (Reset button has 
popped out). 
Press and release RESET (listen for click; Reset 
button will latch and remain in) to resume operation.
A household fuse has blown, or a circuit breaker has 
tripped. 
Replace the fuse or reset the circuit breaker. If the 
problem continues, call an electrician. See “ Electrical 
Requirements.”
Depending on model, the Power button has not been 
pressed or the Fan control is turned to Off. 
Press POWER 
or turn the Fan control to an active setting.
The local power has failed. Wait for power to be restored.
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