Carrier 73ACA051T Installation Instructions Manual

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ACASERIESManufacturer reserves the right to discontinue, or change at any time, specifications or designs without notice and without incurring obligations.PC 131 Catalog No. 537-338 Printed in U.S.A. Form 73ACA-1SI Pg 1 1-03A 10-02 Replaces: NewBook 1 4Tab 8a 10aINSTALLATIONINSTRUCTIONSThis installation instruction is for 73ACA051T,73ACA051B, 73ACA061T, 73ACA081T, and73ACA101P air-conditioning units. Read entireinstallation instructions before proceeding withinstallation.REQUIRED TOOLS• Phillips screwdriver• pencil• level• measuring tape• drill• 1/8 and 1/4-in. drill bitsINSTALLATIONWIRINGThe air conditioner is powered by plugging it into acompatible wall outlet. The electrical outlet MUSTmatch the plug on the unit power cord. The unit name-plate contains unit electrical data, unit ratings, andidentification numbers. Do not use a plug adapter or anextension cord.Check available power supply and resolve any wiringproblems before installing and operating the air condi-tioner. If wiring is required, all wiring must complywith all local and national electrical codes. All wiringmust be installed by a qualified electrician. If you haveany questions regarding the unit electrical data or wir-ing, consult a qualified electrician before installation.For your safety, this air conditioner is groundedthrough the power cord plug when plugged into amatching wall outlet.WINDOW INSTALLATIONTo install the room air conditioner in a window,perform the following procedure.1. Check contents of hardware kit. See Table 1. Makesure all the items are in the plastic bag.2. Determine which window will be used for installa-tion. Make sure there is adequate clearance on theinside and outside of the window. Ensure that thepower cord will reach the available socket withoutan extension cord. A double-hung window typemust be used for the installation location.TABLE 1 — HARDWARE CONTENTSElectrical shock can cause injury or death. Do notinstall unit or remove front grille with the powercord plugged in. Be sure unit is unplugged beforeperforming any installation or maintenance.Electrical shock can cause injury or death. Do not,under any circumstances, cut, remove, or bypass thegrounding prong on the power plug.ITEM QTY3 / 4 -in. locking screwsframe/sill 23 / 4 -in. screw sashsafety bracket 1Sash safety bracket 11 / 2 -in. locking screwsframe/sash 2The French section follows the English section in this manual.Les instructions en français suivent celles en anglais.The Spanish section follows the French section in this manual.La sección en español aparece después de la sección en francés eneste manual.