Frigidaire FAH096M2T Owners Guide - Page 8

Air Conditioner Features Air Directional Louvers (continued) Air directional louvers control air flow direction. Your air conditioner has one of the louver types described below. 2-Way Louvers Louvers at the top front of some air conditioners permit side-to-side adjustment of airflow direction. Move the levers to direct air to either the left or right. The left lever adjusts the left half of the louver and the right lever adjusts the right half of the louver. (2-WAY) 4-Way Louvers The 4-Way air directional louvers allow you to direct air flow up or down, left or right throughout the room as needed. To adjust the air directional louvers side-toside, use the center handle as you move it side-to-side. (4-WAY) Care and Cleaning Clean your air conditioner occasionally to keep it looking new. Be sure to unplug the unit before cleaning to prevent shock or fire hazards. Air Filter Cleaning The air filter should be checked at least once a month to see if cleaning is necessary. Trapped particles in the filter can build up and cause an accumulation of frost on the cooling coils. • Push the vent handle to the OFF position. • Tilt the Horizontal Louvers in the UP-position, before pulling the filter out. • Grasp the filter by the center and pull up and out. • On some models, first tilt the panel out by grasping the panel from both sides just below the air directional louvers and gently pull to release. Gently pivot the panel on its hinge, and remove the filter. • Wash the filter using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse filter thoroughly. Gently shake excess water from the filter. Be sure filter is thoroughly dry before replacing. • Or, instead of washing you may vacuum the filter clean. Cabinet Cleaning • Be sure to unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or fire hazard. The cabinet and front may be dusted with an oil-free cloth or washed with a cloth dampened in a solution of warm water and mild liquid dishwashing detergent. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry. • Never use harsh cleaners, wax or polish on the cabinet front. • Be sure to wring excess water from the cloth before wiping around the controls. Excess water in or around the controls may cause damage to the air conditioner. • The cabinet front can be removed for more thorough cleaning. Refer to "Front Installation" in this manual. • Clean the front in a sink using liquid dishwashing detergent and warm water. Rinse thoroughly and dry. • Replace cabinet front. Replace the screws. • Replace front panel (if applicable) and filter. Plug in air conditioner. Winter Storage If you plan to store the air conditioner during the winter, remove it carefully from the window according to the installation instructions.-Cover it with plastic or return it to the original carton. NOTE:-To prevent rust or electrical connections from being damaged, store air conditioner in an upright position and a dry place. A winter cover can be purchased from your dealer. The cover will protect the air conditioner when it is left in place through the winter. 8