Panasonic Cwc53hu Installation Operating Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MANUEL DINSTALLATION ET DUTILISATION
Room Air Conditioner
Climatiseur de fenêtre
Model, Modèle:CW-C53GK
CW-C53HU
Please read these operating instructions thoroughly
before using your air conditioner and keep for future
reference.
Il est recommandé de lire attentivement ce manuel avant
dutiliser lappareil. Conservez ce manuel.
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About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
Features and Installation
Before you call for service...2
Safety Precautions
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
You can find them on a label on the side of the unit.
Dealers Name
Date Purchased
Staple your receipt here for proof of purchase.
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and
maintain your air conditioner properly. Just a little preventive
care on your part can save you a great deal of time and
money...

WARNING
3
Safety PrecautionsSafety Precautions 
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed:
Incorrect operation will cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classified by the following indications.
Because of the weight of the product, it is recommended that you have a helper to assist in the installation.
Use Caution!  Sharp Edges!  See Warning, page 4.
WARNING: This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury....

Sharp edges
When the air filter is to be
removed, do not touch the
metal parts of the unit.
• They are sharp and may cause
an injury.
Do not clean the air
conditioner with water.
• Water may enter the unit and
degrade the insulation. It may
cause an electric shock.
When the unit is to be
cleaned, switch the unit off,
and unplug it.
• Since the fan rotates at high
speed during operation, it may
cause an injury.
Do not operate the unit
without the air filter or when
the front intake grille has
been...

About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
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About the Controls on the Air Conditioner
The controls will look like one of the following:
Controls
Off  - Turns air conditioner off.
High Fan  - High speed fan operation without cooling.
Low Fan - Low speed fan operation without cooling.
High Cool - Cooling with high speed fan operation.
Low Cool - Cooling with low speed fan operation.
This automatically controls the temperature of the indoor air.
Turn the knob so that the arrow points to the larger marks for...

TURN THE AIR CONDITIONER OFF AND REMOVE THE PLUG FROM THE POWER OUTLET.
• TO CLEAN FILTER
The air filter will become dirty as it removes 
dust from the inside air.
It should be washed at least every 2 weeks. 
If the air filter remains full of dust, the air 
flow will decrease and the cooling capacity 
will be reduced, possibly damaging the unit.
1. Pull the inlet grille forward and pull out the 
air filter. (Fig. 1)
2. Wash the air filter in warm 104°F (40°C) water. 
Be sure to shake off all the water...

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Features and Installation
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Learning parts name prior to installation will help you understand the installation procedure.
Features
1. CABINET
2. HORIZONTAL AIR DEFLECTOR
3. COOL AIR DISCHARGE
4. FRONT GRILLE
5. INLET GRILLE6. AIR FILTER
7. KNOBS
8. AIR INTAKE
9. UPPER GUIDE
Features and Installation 

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Features and Installation
OUTDOORS INDOORSINNER
SILL
OUTER
SILL
INNER
SILL WOOD STRIP MOUNTED
ON TOP OF INNER SILL1
WOOD STRIP
FOR 
L BRACKET
3/4
CLEARANCE
STORM
WINDOW
FRAME
OUTDOORS INDOORS
OUTER
SILL
TYPE B: 5EA
(WOOD SCREW)
HARDWARE
TYPE A: 11EA
(SHORT SCREW)TYPE C: 3EA
(L BRACKET)
TYPE E: 1EA
(SASH SEAL)
(Not adhesive backed)
TYPE D: 1EA
(SEAL STRIP)
(Adhesive backed)
TYPE F: 2EA
(GUIDE PANEL)TYPE G: 1EA
(SUPPORT BRACKET)
10mm16mm
DRAIN PIPE
NOTE: All supporting parts should be secured to firm...

ROOM SIDE
CENTER LINE
INNER SILL
SEAL STRIP
(TYPE D)
CENTER LINE
OUTSIDEINSIDE
L BRACKET OUTER SILLINNER SILL
TYPE A
8
8CENTER LINE
SEAL WINDOW FRAME
BOTTOM
GUIDE
ABOUT 1/4
L BRACKET UPPER GUIDE
TYPE A
TYPE A
A. BEFORE INSTALLATION
1. Insert the guide panels into the guides of the air
conditioner. Fasten the curtains to the unit with
screws (TYPE A), as shown Fig. 6.
2. Cut the adhesive-backed seal strip (TYPE D) to the
window width.
Remove the backing from the seal strip and attach
the seal strip to the...

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Features and Installation
Do not under any 
circumstances cut 
or remove the 
grounding prong 
from the plug.
Line Cord Plug Use Wall Receptacle Power Supply
Power supply cord with
3-prong grounding plugStandard 125V, 3-wire grounding
receptacle rated 15A, 125V ACUse 15 AMP, time
delay fuse or circuit 
breaker.
TYPE B
SASH SEAL
(TYPE E)
L BRACKET
TYPE A
DRAIN PIPE
DRAIN CAP
TYPE B
Support Bracket (TYPE G)
Fig. 12
Fig. 13
Fig. 14 4. SECURE THE GUIDE PANELS
Extend the guide panels (TYPE F) to fill the...