52C,P
SERIES
10
TOOLS NEEDED
The following list includes the recommended tools, 
devices, and cleaning solutions for use in cleaning the 
52C,P unit and components.
MONTHLY CLEANING
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AIR FILTERS
 — The indoor and vent air filters 
should be cleaned once per month. Filters that are not 
cleaned become clogged and will restrict airflow. This 
may lead to major component damage. If a filter 
becomes torn, has holes, or other damage, replace it 
with a new one. Replacement filters are available 
through Carrier Finished Goods and Carrier Replace-
ment Component Division.
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CLEANING THE INDOOR AIR FILTER
 — Two air 
filters are located in the unit’s front panel. To remove 
each filter simply grasp each filter handle with both 
hands and gently pull the filter up and away from the 
unit. See Figure 21.
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REPLACING THE INDOOR AIR FILTER
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Remove the indoor air filter as detailed in Cleaning 
the Indoor Air Filter. If damaged, use a filter replace-
ment with the Carrier Part No. AIR-FILTER-10PK, 
available through Carrier Finished Goods and Carrier 
Replacement Component Division.
NOTE: Both filters are completely interchangeable.
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CLEANING THE OUTDOOR AIR VENT FILTER
1. Remove the unit chassis from wall sleeve as 
described in the General Disassembly section of 
this manual. Refer to Remove the Unit from 
the Wall Sleeve section.
2. Swing open vent door. The filter is located directly 
behind the vent door. See Figure 22.
3. Once the filter is accessed, it may be cleaned using 
either a vacuum cleaner, or a soft bristle brush 
and a small amount of mild dish detergent. If 
detergent is used, remove detergent residue with 
a gentle, clean water stream. Allow the filter to 
air dry.
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REPLACING THE OUTDOOR AIR VENT FILTER —
If vent filter requires replacement:
1. Open vent door to access vent filter.
2. Remove vent door from hinges.
3. Using a small flat head screwdriver, pry the filter 
from the partition.
4. Replace vent filter using Carrier Part No. 
52CQ500144.
5. Reverse Steps 1-3 to reattach vent door.
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CHASSIS
Occasional cleaning of the exterior surfaces of the 
PTAC unit optimizes the unit’s appearance and 
removes particles that may enter the air system. See 
Figure 23. Mild detergents clean and reduce electro-
static charges on the plastic components of the PTAC 
unit.
Use a clean cloth or brush to gently wipe exterior sur-
faces. Be careful not to push dirt or other fibers into 
the unit’s interior components. Accessible wall sleeve 
surfaces should also be wiped clean.
Vacuum Cleaner with Crevice Tool Attachment,
or Soft Plastic Bristle Brush
Mild Household Detergent
Phillips Head Screwdriver
5
/
16
-in. Nut Driver
Flat Head Screw Driver
Needle Nose Pliers, 90° Bend
Lifting Device (or another person for assistance)
Tank Sprayer (Part No. P9021001) or
Trigger Spray Extension Tube (Part No. P9029000)
Compressed Air Tank
Clean Water Supply
Indoor Air Filter Replacement
(Part No. AIR-FILTER-10PK)
Vent Air Filter Replacement (Part No. 52CQ500144)
Condenser Coil Cleaning Solution (Part No. P9020501)
Evaporator Coil Cleaning Solution (Part No. P90221001)
10-in. by 29-in. Piece of Clean Cardboard
3% Solution of Hydrogen Peroxide in Spray Bottle
Clean Cloth
Safety Glasses
Protective Gloves