GE ABN08 User manual

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Important Safety Information
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Installation Instructions
Important Electrical Safety
Window Installation
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Operating Instructions
The Controls on Your Air Conditioner
Care of Product
12
Helpful Information
Things That Are Normal
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If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call for Service
GE Service Numbers
Warranty
GE Appliances
Air Conditioner
Owner’s Manual
Models: ABN08 ABP10
ABN10 ABV10
GE Answer Center
®
800.626.2000
49-7348

Welcome to the GE family. We’re
proud of our quality products and
we believe in dependable service.
You’ll see it in this easy-to-use
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 enjoy
the comfort of your air conditioner.
That’s important, because your
new air conditioner will be part of
your family for a long time.
Welcome
Write down the model and serial
numbers here.
They are on a label
on the left side of the air condi-
tioner below the air discharge area.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
Staple your receipt to the inside back
cover of this manual. You will need it
to obtain service under warranty.
Start Here!…Before using your air conditioner
Need Help?
Read this manual. It contains
instructions to help you use and
maintain your air conditioner
properly.
Save time and money. Check the
section titled “If Something Goes
Wrong” before calling. This sec-
tion helps you to solve common
problems that might occur.
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 of this book.
Or call the
GE Answer Center ®
at 800.626.2000, 24 hours a day,
7 days a week.
Help us
help you
800.626.2000
Before you call for service,
there are a few things you
can do to help us serve you
better.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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READ ALL SAFETY INFORMATION
BEFORE USING
•This air conditioner must be
properly installed in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.
•Repair or replace immediately
all electric service cords that have
become frayed or otherwise
damaged.
•Turn the mode control knob to
OFF
and unplug your air conditioner
before making any repairs.
NOTE: We strongly recommend
that any servicing be performed by
a qualified individual.
Because most 2-prong outlets are
not grounded, we strongly advise
against using an adapter plug.
However, a temporary connection
may be made where local codes
permit and if the 2-prong wall out-
let is properly grounded.
When you plug the adapter in,
make sure the larger prong goes
into the larger slot to provide the
proper polarity for the power cord.
FOR PROPER GROUNDING:
1 Screw the adapter to the outlet,
using the outlet cover screw.
2 Ground the outlet through the house
wiring.
When disconnecting the power
cord from the adapter, hold the
adapter close to the outlet while
pulling the plug out. If this is not
done, the grounding connector is
likely to break with repeated use.
If the grounding connector breaks,
DO NOT USE the air conditioner
until a proper ground has again
been made.
Adapter Plug
This is a temporary method.
UL-listed adapters are avail-
able at most hardware stores.
If an extension cord is required to
reach the nearest wall receptacle,
use only a UL-listed, 3-wire,
grounded, 14 gauge, 15A, 125V
appliance extension cord. For
models with nameplate ratings
greater than 12 amperes, do not
use an extension cord.
Extension Cord
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

The energy saver switch controls the fan.
ENERGY SAVINGS —the fan and compressor cycle
on and off together. This
results in wider varia-
tions of room temperature and humidity.
Normally used when the room is unoccupied.
NORMAL —the fan runs all the time, while the
compressor cycles on and off. This switch must
be set at
NORMAL in order to use the fan setting
(on the mode control).
HIGH COOL, MED COOL and LOW COOL provide
cooling with different fan speeds.
FAN ONLY provides air circulation and filtering
without cooling.
NOTE:
If you move the switch from a cool setting to
OFF or to a fan setting, wait at least 3 minutes
before switching back to a cool setting.
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. The higher the number selected,
the cooler the indoor air will become.
The blower runs as long as the mode control is
not on
OFF .
Operating Instructions
The
controls
on your
air
conditioner
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1 2
Mode Control Temp Control
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MODE CONTROLS TEMP CONTROLS
1
2
34
5
6
0
2
3
45
6
7
8
1
OFF
MED
COOL
HIGH
COOL FAN ONLY
LOW
COOL
OFF
MED
COOL
FAN
ONLY
LOW
COOL
HIGH
COOL
NORMAL ENERGY
SAVINGS
MED
COOL
HIGH
COOL
LOW
COOL
Your model will look like one of these. (Some models do not have a “0” setting.)

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Cooling Descriptions
FOR NORMAL COOLING
Select MED COOL with the
temp at 3 or 4.
FOR MAXIMUM COOLING
Select
HIGH COOL with the
temp at 6 or 8.
FOR QUIETER & NIGHTIME COOLING
Select
LOW COOL with the
temp at 3 or 4.
The vent control is a lever located on the
control panel.
When the vent control is set at normal, only
the air inside the room is circulated, cooled
and filtered.
When set at exhaust, some indoor air will be
exhausted from the room. This will reduce
the cooling effect.
Tabs inside the horizontal louvers let you
control the air direction left, right or
straight ahead.
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3 4
Vent Control Air Direction
NORMAL EXHAUST

Operating Instructions
Care & Cleaning
Turn the air conditioner off and
remove the plug from the wall out-
let before cleaning.
To clean, use water and a mild
detergent. Do not use bleach or
abrasives.
Grille and Case
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.
Outdoor Coils
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The air filter is behind the front
grille insert and should be checked
and cleaned at least every 30 days
or more often if necessary.
To remove the front grille insert:
Place your hand on the bottom of
the front grille. Pull it out and
down to release the tabs.
Remove the air filter. The filter
can be washed in warm soapy
water. Rinse and let the filter dry
before replacing it.
To replace the grille insert:
Hook the tabs on the left and
right side. Gently press until it
snaps into place.
CAUTION:
DO NOT operate the air conditioner
without a filter because dirt and
lint will clog the unit and reduce
performance.
Front Grille and
Air Filter

The 115-volt models require a
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.
Electrical
Requirements
PPaarraalllleell
115V., 15 Amp.
Installation Instructions
Important Electrical Safety–Read Carefully
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•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 Electrical
Code (NEC) 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.
Important Notes
Installer: Leave these
instructions with the
appliance.
Owner: Keep these
instructions for future
use.

Installation Instructions
Before you begin
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Parts Included
•Blade-type screwdriver
•1/4″hex-head nut driver
•9/16″open-end or
adjustable wrench
•Ruler or tape measure
•Scissors or knife
•Level
•Pencil
Tools Needed
Air conditioner
(Some models
have a control
door.)
1″screws (2)
Leveling bolt 3/4″screws (5) 3/8″screws (8)
Window
locking
bracket
Foam top window gasket
Bottom window gasket
Support bracket
Filler panels (2)

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•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 win-
dow. See the window opening
dimensions to the right.
•All supporting parts should be
secured to firm wood, masonry
or metal.
•The electrical outlet must be
within reach of the power cord.
Do not use an extension cord.
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.
Storm Window
Requirements
Window opening dimensions
are for a standard double-hung
window.
151⁄4″min.
23″to 371⁄2″
(With filler panels)
191⁄4″min.
(Without filler panels)
1/2″higher
than frame
Stool
Storm
window
frame
Wood

Installation Instructions
Read completely then follow step-by-step
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1 Insert the right and left hand
filler panels into the top and
bottom rails.
2 Secure them with eight 3/8″
screws, four on each side.
Install the
Filler Panels
1 Screw the leveling bolt into the
support bracket.
2 Mark the centerline of the
window and place the support
bracket on it 13/16″from the
window stool.
3 Attach the support bracket
onto the window sill with two
1″screws.
4 Peel the backing off the bottom
window gasket and place onto
the backside of the window stool.
5 Using the level, adjust the level-
ing bolt so the curved top of the
support bracket is 1⁄4″below the
top of the window stool.
NOTE:
This downward tilt towards the
outside prevents water from entering
the room.
Install the
Support Bracket
Support
bracket
1/4″
Level with sill
Stool
13/16″