Did you know that when used in conjunction with the Kuhl's standard filter, installing a Friedrich Premium Carbon Filter in your Friedrich Kuhl, Friedrich Kuhl+ Electric, or Friedrich Kuhl+ Heat Pump window air conditioner can absorb odors and reduces ozone and volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
Installing a new carbon filter, or replacing an existing filter, is easy. Follow our step-by-step guide and be on your way to cleaner indoor air in just a matter of minutes.
- Before You Start
- Step 1: Open the Front Cover
- Step 2: Remove the Filter
- Step 3: Remove the Filter Grip
- Step 4: Open the Filter
- Step 5: Place the New Carbon Filter
- Step 6: Replace the Filter Grip
- Step 7: Reinstall the Filter
- Step 8: Close the Front Cover
Before You Start
For safety, before replacing your filter you'll first want to unplug the window air conditioner.
Step 1: Open the Front Cover
Open the front cover by grasping on both sides of the Kuhl's door and pulling down and towards you to access the existing filter.
Tip: Filter replacement instructions are also located inside the door.
Step 2: Remove the Filter
Remove the existing filter by gently lifting upward and pulling the bottom of the filter out towards you.
Take care to pull the filter out delicately, so that it's not damaged.
Step 3: Remove the Filter Grip
Before inserting a new Friedrich Kuhl Carbon Filter you must first open the filter so that a new carbon filter can be placed inside. To open, grip from the side and slide the filter grip off the bottom of the filter.
It may take a little force to slide the grip, but it should slide off with relative ease.
Step 4: Open the Filter
Open the filter and if necessary clean it with a mild soap solution.
Tip: After cleaning you'll need to let the filter air dry before installing the new carbon filter. This will ensure the filter works in tip-top shape.
Step 5: Place the New Carbon Filter
Place the new carbon filter inside the filter housing by laying the carbon filter in the cassette and closing it.
When closing, make sure the that filter closes completely and latches in place.
Step 6: Replace the Filter Grip
Seal the filter by sliding the filter grip back onto the filter.
Tip: If the tab on the frame prevents the grip from sliding onto the filter, the grip is not in the proper position. Remove the grip and slide it in the other direction. Forcing the grip into place can damage the filter.
Step 7: Reinstall the Filter
Align the edges of the filter with the guide tabs. Slide the filter halfway into the unit, then tip the top of the filter towards you, and gently slide the bottom into place.
Be careful not to pinch your fingers as you slide the filter back into place.
Step 8: Close the Front Cover
Close the front cover and plug the Kuhl back in to operate as normal.
That's it! You've just installed a new premium carbon filter from Friedrich. Go ahead and set your air conditioner to that perfect setting and get back to not only having a cooler indoor space, but cleaner one too.
Still Have Questions?
Do you still have questions about how to install a Friedrich carbon filter, or do you need help purchasing one? Give us a call at 1-800-934-9194. We want to help make the buying process easy. Be sure to check out our Window AC Knowledge Center for more helpful articles, tips, and more.
