GE 23-11-2129N-002 Operating instructions

GE Appliances
Room
Air
Conditioners
Part. No. 23-11-2129N-002 Pub. No. 49-7374-2 CG 12-98
AVM14
AVM15
AVM18
AVM22
AVM24
AVN24
AVP24
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions

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Installation Instructions
Congratulations!
You Are Now Part of the GE Family
Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our
quality products and we are committed to providing
dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use
Owner’s Manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly
voices of our customer service department.
Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time
you use your air conditioner. That’s important,
because your new air conditioner will be part of your
family for many years. And we hope you will be part
of ours for a long time to come.
We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your
purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us
whenever you need quality appliances for your home.
GE & You, A Service Partnership.
Safety Information
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Use of Extension Cords . . . . . . . . .3
Use of Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . .3
Operating Instructions
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install the
Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Window Installation . . . . . . . .8–12
Through-the-Wall . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You
Call For Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . .14
Customer Service
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Service Telephone
Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
##
You can find them on a label near the air discharge area and/or
on a label on the side of the air conditioner.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
IMPORTANT!
Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is
packed with this product.
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Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain
your air conditioner properly. Just a little preventive care on your
part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of
your air conditioner.
READ THIS MANUAL
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You
Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting
Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone
call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included in
the back section. Or, you can always call the GE Answer Center® at
800.626.2000, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injury.
■ Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner’s
Manual.
■ This air conditioner must be properly
installed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
■ Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling
on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly
and pull straight out from the receptacle.
■ Repair or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that
shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
length or at either the plug or connector end.
■ Turn the mode control to OFF and unplug
your air conditioner before making any
repairs or cleaning.
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any
servicing be performed by a qualified
individual.
■ For your safety…do not store or use
combustible materials, gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safety, this appliance must be properly
grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall
outlet to minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly grounded
3-prong wall outlet.
The air conditioner should always be
plugged into its own individual electrical
outlet which has a voltage rating that matches
the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits
which could cause a fire hazard from
overheated wires.
See the Installation Instructions,
Electrical
Requirements
section for specific electrical
connection requirements.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension cord,
it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed,
14 gauge, 3-wire grounding type appliance
extension cord having a grounding type plug
and outlet and that the electrical rating of the
cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 125 volts.
CAUTION:
DO NOT use an extension cord with any of
the 230/208 volt models.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS– 115-Volt models only
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an adapter plug.
However, if you must use an adapter, where
local codes permit, a
temporary connection may
be made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall
outlet by use of a UL-listed adapter available at
most local hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned
with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide
proper polarity in the connection of the power
cord.
When disconnecting the power cord from the
adapter, always hold the adapter in place with
one hand while pulling the power cord plug
with the other hand. If this is not done, the
adapter ground terminal is very likely to break
with repeated use.
If the adapter ground terminal breaks,
DO NOT
USE
the air conditioner until a proper ground
has been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wall
outlet is grounded through the house wiring. You should
have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to
make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS– 115-Volt models only
Read and follow this Safety Information carefully.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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About the controls on the air conditioner.
The controls will look like one of the following. (Features and appearance will vary.)
Controls
Mode Controls
HIGH COOL, MED COOL and LOW COOL provide
cooling with different fan speeds.
HIGH FAN and LOW FAN provide air
circulation and filtering without cooling.
The ENERGY SAVER feature provides for either
HIGH COOL or LOW COOL selection.
The fan will run continuously in the ENERGY
SAVER mode. It will change to a lower RPM
speed when the compressor cycles off. When
the compressor cycles back on, the fan speed
will change back to the higher speed.
NOTE: If you move the mode control from a cool setting
to OFF or to a fan setting, wait at least 3 minutes before
switching back to a cool setting.
Cooling Descriptions
For Normal Cooling —Select HIGH COOL or MED COOL
with the temp control at midpoint.
For Maximum Cooling —Select HIGH COOL with the
temp control at the highest number available on
your knob.
For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling —Select LOW COOL
with the temp control at midpoint.
Temp Controls
The temp control is used to maintain the
room temperature. The compressor will cycle
on and off to keep the room at the same level
of comfort. When you turn the knob to a
higher number the indoor air will become
cooler. Turn the knob to a lower number and
the indoor room will become warmer.
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MODE CONTROLS
Your model will have one of the above controls.
TEMP CONTROLS
Your model will have one of the above controls.
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OFF
LOW
FAN
HIGH
COOL
LOW
COOL
LOW
COOL
HIGH
FAN
HIGH
COOL
OFF
HI
FAN
LOW
COOL
MED
COOL
HI
COOL
LOW
FAN
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Care and cleaning of the air conditioner.
Vent Control
When set at CLOSE , only the air inside the room will
be circulated and conditioned. When set at OPEN ,
some inside air is exhausted outside.
Air Direction
Two levers on each side of the grille let you
control the air direction left or right.
Fingertip pressure on the tabs adjusts the air
direction up or straight ahead.
Do not adjust the louvers down any lower than
straight out.
Air that is blown down will affect the
thermostat, causing the air conditioner to turn off
before the room is cooled.
Closed
Open
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About the controls on the air conditioner.
Additional controls and important information.
Air Filter
The air filter behind the front grille should be
checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more
often if necessary.
To remove:
Lift the top of the filter and gently pull it up.
Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and
let the filter dry before replacing it.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a
filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance.
Outdoor Coils
The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner
should be checked regularly. If they are clogged
with dirt or soot they may be professionally steam
cleaned, a service available through your GE
service outlet.
Grille and Case
Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug
from the wall outlet before cleaning.
To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not
use bleach or abrasives.

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Preparing to install the air conditioner.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with
the air conditioner after installation is completed.
NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Owner’s Manual
and Installation Instructions for future use.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
For personal safety, this air conditioner must be
properly grounded.
It is important to have the wall outlet and circuit
checked by a qualified electrician if there is any
doubt as to whether a proper ground exists.
Follow National Electric Codes (NEC) and/or local
codes and ordinances.
CAUTION:
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or
remove the third (ground) prong from the
power cord.
Do not change the plug on the power cord
of this air conditioner.
Aluminum house wiring may present
special problems—consult a qualified
electrician.
Before You Begin
Some models require 115/120-volt a.c.,
60 Hz grounded outlet protected with
a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the
possibility of electric shock hazard. If the wall outlet
you plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it is your
responsibility to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Some models require 230/208-volt a.c.,
protected with a time delay fuse or circuit
breaker. These models should be installed
on their own single branch circuit for best
performance and to prevent overloading
house or apartment wiring circuits, which
could cause a possible fire hazard from
overheating wires.
Electrical Requirements
■ Hex driver or wrench
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ Ruler or tape measure
■ Scissors or knife
■ Pencil
■ Level
■ Hammer
Tools You Will Need

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Parts Included
Case
2 filler panels
Window
locking
bracket
2 sill brackets
2 support brackets
Foam top
window gasket
5/8″carriage bolts (2)
and nuts (2)
5/8″machine screws (2)
and nuts (2) 1″screws (4) 3/8″hex head
screws (8)
5/8″screws (5)

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Read completely, then follow step-by-step.
Window Requirements
■These instructions are for a standard double-
hung window. You will need to modify them for
other types of windows.
■The air conditioner can be installed without the
filler panels if needed to fit in a narrow window.
See the window opening dimensions to the right.
■All supporting parts must be secured to firm
wood, masonry or metal.
■The electrical outlet must be within reach of the
power cord.
Window opening dimensions are for a
standard double-hung window.
185⁄8″min.
303⁄4″to 461⁄2″
(with filler panels)
263⁄4″ min.
(without filler panels)
Storm Window Requirements
A storm window frame will not allow the air
conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will keep
it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a
piece of wood to the stool.
WOOD PIECES—
WIDTH: 2″
LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside the window
frame.
THICKNESS: To determine the thickness, place a
piece of wood on the stool to make it 1/2″higher
than the top of the storm window frame.
Attach securely with nails or screws provided by
the installer.
1/2″higher
than frame
Storm window
frame
Wood
Stool
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2
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Attach the Filler Panels to the Case
Attach filler panels to the existing holes in the case
using eight #8 x 3/8″long hex head screws.
Remove the Air Conditioner from the Case
Remove the air filter. Lift the top of the filter
and gently pull it up.
Remove the 2 screws and lift off the front grille.
Keep these screws to re-attach the grille later.
Remove one screw from each side of the case.
Keep these ground/anti-theft screws so they
may be replaced at the end of the installation.
Slide the air conditioner out of the case by
grasping the rear of the evaporator cover and
pulling forward while bracing the case.
NOTE: The air conditioner is very heavy. It may
require two or more people to remove it from
the case.
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A
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Remove screws
Remove
screw
Air conditioner
Case
Filler panel
Bottom bar
Top bar