Brand: FRIGIDAIRE
Category: Room Air Conditioner
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for FGRC1244T100
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 7:54 p.m.
Manual Publish Date: 2009-06-01
Warranty Information
Limited one-year warranty on parts and labor, and a limited 2-5 year warranty on the sealed system.
To Turn Unit ON: Press the ON/OFF button on the control panel or remote.
To Change Temperature Setting: Press the '+' to raise or '-' to lower the temperature.
To Adjust Fan Speeds: Press the fan speed button to cycle through High, Medium, and Low speeds.
To Use Auto Fan: Press the fan button and choose 'AUTO'. The fan speed adjusts automatically based on room temperature.
To Operate on FAN Only: Press the MODE button and choose 'FAN'. This mode is for air circulation without cooling.
To Use COOL Feature: Press the MODE button and choose 'COOL'. The fan runs continuously while the compressor cycles on and off.
To Use ECO (Energy Saver) Mode: The unit defaults to 'ECO' mode. The fan runs for 3 minutes after the compressor shuts off.
Check Filter: The 'reset filter' light illuminates after 250 hours. Hold 'reset filter' for 3 seconds after cleaning.
To Turn Unit OFF: Press the ON/OFF button.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| OCCURRENCE | SOLUTION |
|---|---|
| Air conditioner will not operate. | Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly into wall outlet. Plug Current Device Tripped. Press the RESET button. House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit breaker. Control is OFF. Turn Control ON and set to desired setting. |
| Air from unit does not feel cold enough. | Room temperature below 60°F (16°C). Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 60°F (16°C). Temperature sensing element touching cold coil, located behind air filter. Straighten away from coil. Reset to a lower temperature. |
| Air conditioner cooling, but room is too warm - ice forming on cooling coil behind decorative front | Compressor shut-off by changing modes. Wait approximately 3 minutes and listen for compressor to restart when set in the COOL mode. |
| Air conditioner cooling, but room is too warm - NO ice forming on cooling coil behind decorative front. | Outdoor temperature below 60°F (16°C). To defrost the coil, set FAN ONLY mode. Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section. To defrost, set to FAN ONLY mode. Temperature is set too low for night-time cooling. To defrost the coil, set to FAN ONLY mode. Then, set temperature to a higher setting. |
| Air conditioner turns on and off rapidly. | Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section. Temperature is set too high. Set temperature to a lower setting. Air directional louvers positioned improperly. Position louvers for better air distribution. Front of unit is blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc. - restricts air distribution. Clear blockage in front of unit. Doors, windows, registers, etc. open cool air escapes. Close doors, windows, registers, etc. Unit recently turned on in hot room. Allow additional time to remove "stored heat" from walls, ceiling, floor and furniture. |
| Noise when unit is cooling. | Dirty air filter - air restricted. Clean air filter. Outside temperature extremely hot. Set FAN speed to a faster setting to bring air through cooling coils more frequently. |
| Water dripping INSIDE when unit is cooling. | Air movement sound. This is normal. If too loud, set to lower FAN setting. Window vibration - poor installation. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer. |
| Water dripping OUTSIDE when unit is cooling. | Improper installation. Tilt air conditioner slightly to the outside to allow water drainage. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer. Unit removing large quantity of moisture from humid room. This is normal during excessively humid days. |
| Remote Sensing Deactivating Prematurely (some models). | Remote control not located within range. Place remote control within 20 feet & 120° radius of the front of the unit. Remote control signal obstructed. Remove obstruction. |
| Room too cold. | Set temperature too low. Increase set temperature. Remote Sensing activated (on some models) and remote control located in Hot Spot - Relocate remote control or deactivate remote sensing. |
| Trouble connecting the smart appliance to your wifi network or experiencing an issue with the app. | Please visit Frigidaire.com and select the Owner Support section to view Frequently Asked Questions. |