Amana Thru-wall User Manual

23¾"
23
1
/
8
"
9
3
/
8
"
11¾"
16½"
5
/
8
"
1"
Front of
outer case
Bottom rail
Outer Case Dimensions
(chassis removed)
General Instructions
All Amana Compact Room Air Conditioners feature a slide-
out chassis. Chassis must be removed from outer case for
installation.
A finished opening 24¼-inches wide x 17-inches high is
recommended (this provides a finished opening ¼-inch
larger than the outer case on all sides). The lower left
inside corner of opening must be within 5 feet of an
appropriate electrical outlet (see Use and Care manual for
air conditioner electrical requirements.)
When wall thickness exceeds 9
3
/8-inches, opening must be
modified to allow air to enter side louvers on case (see
special instructions on back ). Do not install air conditioner
in walls thicker than 11¾-inches.
Introduction
Amana Compact Room Air Conditioners can be installed
through a wall or in a window. Window installations require
an Instant Mount Mounting Kit (model number RAWK1).
Window mounting kits can be purchased from Authorized
Amana Dealers.
This instruction sheet provides guidelines for installing air
conditioner through an outside wall.
CAUTION
!
Installing air conditioner through a wall requires
extensive carpentry and/or masonry experience.
Through wall installations performed by inexperienced
or unqualified individuals can result in costly damage
to home.
Air Conditioner Dimensions
The following figures show the outside dimensions of air
conditioner with chassis installed, and dimensions of outer
case with chassis removed. Dimensions shown are with
the top rail removed (bottom rail on case is permanently
attached and is included in height dimensions).
25½"
24
7
/
8
"
Air Conditioner Dimensions
(with chassis installed)
Thru-wall Installation Instructions
for Amana Compact Room Air Conditioner
June 1998

Amana Thru-wall Specifications

General

Filter Type	Washable
Operating Frequency	60 Hz
Voltage	115V
Controls	Electronic
Fan Speeds	3

Summary

Introduction to Thru-wall Installation

Installation Safety Warning

Required Carpentry and Masonry Experience

Installing through a wall requires extensive carpentry/masonry skills. Inexperienced individuals risk costly damage.

Air Conditioner and Outer Case Dimensions

General Installation Guidelines

Chassis Removal for Installation

The air conditioner chassis must be removed from the outer case prior to installation.

Recommended Finished Opening Size

A finished opening of 24-inches wide by 17-inches high is recommended for proper installation.

Electrical Outlet Proximity Requirement

The installation site must be within 5 feet of an appropriate electrical outlet.

Wall Thickness and Ventilation

Do not install in walls thicker than 11-inches; ensure side louvers are clear for walls over 9 3/8-inches.

Dimensions of Finished Opening

Wall Construction and Case Placement

Masonry Wall Installation

Cut or build a 17-inch high by 24.25-inch wide opening. Secure case with mortar or concrete nails.

Brick Veneer or Frame Wall Installation

Create a framed opening (17" H x 24.25" W). Secure case to framing with nails or screws.

Outer Case Placement in Opening

Center case in opening. Front must project 3/4-inch beyond inside wall for front frame attachment.

Installation in Thicker Walls

Chamfering for Ventilation

Chamfer vertical portions of the opening for walls thicker than 9 3/8-inches to ensure airflow to side louvers.