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(3) Remove seven screws and top rear cover.

NOTE

The six screws on the vertical frames of the

condenser air inlet guard secure the condenser coil

to the air conditioner housing.

(4) Remove eight screws and condenser air inlet guard.

Inspect.

(1) Check for accumulated dirt. Clean if an accumulation of

dirt is evident.

(2) Check fins for dents, bent edges or any condition that

would block or distort air flow. Straighten all damaged fins with

a plastic fin comb.

Compressed air used for cleaning purposes will not

exceed 30 psi (2.1 kg/cm ).

Do not use steam to clean coil.

c. Cleaning.

Clean coil with a soft bristled brush, vacuum

cleaner, and brush attachment, or use compressed air at 30 psi or

less from the inside of the coil to blow dirt out. Take care to

avoid fin damage. When using compressed air wear safety glasses or

Dirt can be blown into your eyes. Should a leak or major

goggles.

damage be evident refer to direct support maintenance.

Assemble.

(1) Install condenser air inlet guard and secure with eight

screws.

(2) Install top rear cover, fabric cover, and secure with ten

screws.

(3) Connect power at power source.

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