GE AEW10A Operating instructions

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Safety Instructions ......... 2, 3
Operating Instructions ...... 4, 5
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter ................... 6
Otltdoor Coils ............... 6
Installation Instructions ...7-12
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 14
Normal Operating Sounds .... 14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .......... 16
Warranty .................. 15
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Writethemodelandserial numbershere:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label on the
side of the air condifioneL 49-7515 11-05Jfl

IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed tominimize the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injury.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
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Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner's
Manual.
This air conditioner must be properly
installed in accordance xdth the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling
on the power cord. Alwaysgrip plug firmly
and pull straight out flom the receptacle.
Replace immediately all electric serx,ice
cords that have become flayed or otherwise
damaged. A damaged power supply cord
must be replaced with a new power supply
cord obtained from the manufacturer and
not repaired. Do not use a cord that shows
cracks or abrasion damage along its length
or at either the plug or connector end.
Turn the unit OFFmid unplug your air
conditioner before cleaning.
GE does not support any ser\,icing of the air
conditioner We strongly recommend that
you do not attempt to serx,ice the air
conditioner yourself,
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For your safety...do not store or use
combustible mamrials, gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the x,icinity
of this or any other appliance.
All air conditioners contain refligerants,
which under federal law must be removed
prior m product disposal. If you are getting
rid of an old product with refrigerants, check
with the company handling disposal about
what to do.
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
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.
Power cord includes a current intermpmr
dex,ice. A test and reset button is prox,ided on
the plug case. The dex,ice should be tested on a
periodic basis by first pressing the rESrbutton
and then the RESErbuuon._f the rESrbutto.
does not trip or if the RESErbutton will not
stay engaged, discontinue use of the air
conditioner and contact a qualified
ser\,ice technician.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by
a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet
is properly _ounded.
Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encounmred,
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 indix,idual electrical outlet which
has a voltage rating that matches the rating
plate.
This prox,ides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house xdring circuits
which could cause a fire hazard from
overheated xdres.
See the Installation Instructions, Electrical
Requirements section for specific electrical
connection requirements.
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WARNING!
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS--115-Volt modelsonly
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 necessa Uthat it be a UL-listed,
14 gauge, 3_wiregrounding type appliance
exmnsion cord ha\,ing a grounding type plug
and outlet and that the electrical rating of the
cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 125 volts.
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USEOFADAPTERPLUGS--115-Volt modelson/)/
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an adapter plug.
However, if you must use an adapte_, where
local codes permit, a temporaryconnection may
be made m a properly grounded 2-prong wall
outlet by use of a Ui,-listed adaptor available
at most local hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be
aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet
to prox,ide proper polarity in the connection
of the power cord.
When disconnecting the power cord fiom the
adapte_, 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 veUlikely m break
with repeated use.
If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DONOT
USE the air conditioner until a proper ground
has been established.
Attachingtheadapterground terminaltoa waftoutlet
coverscrewdoesnotgmund theapplianceunlessthe
coverscrewismetal,and not bsulated,and the waft
outlet is groundedthroughthehousewiring. Youshould
havethecircuitcheckedbya qualified electricianto
makesuretheoutlet isproperlygrounded.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlsontheair conditioner
Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings.
Light indicatesthe unit
is in the temperature or
Thedisplayalwaysshowstheroom delaytime Set mode.
temperature except when setting the /Am_
Set temperature or the Delay timelt /_Jq_
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Lightindicates the
delaytimer is set.
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Delay
Delaytimer
Decrease J
0 Modeselect ----T---
O an speed
Decrease
Temperature --
set increase
and Decrease
AirConditionerControls Remote Control
Controls
Delaytimer Increase
Auto Fanon/off
FanspeedIncrease
Unit poweron/off
Oower Pad
Turns air conditioner on _md off. _¥hen
turned on, tile display will show tile room
temperature.
0Display
Shows tile room temperature or time
remaining on the Delay fimeL Shows the Set
mmpemture while setting the mmpetature in
Coolor EnergySavermodes. The Setlight will
mrn on while setting.
NOTE:The display will change to show file
room temperature after settings have been
made. To recall the Set mmpemmre, press the
TempIncrease• or Decrease• pads.
OempIncrease •/Decrease • Pads
Use to set temperature when in Coolor Energy
Savermode. The Setlight will turn on while
setting.
Oelay fimerlncrease •(+)/Decrease •(-)
Pads
Each touch of the Increase•/Decrease •
padson the unit or the Increase+/Decrease -
pads on the remote control will set the delay
time when using the Delay1-24hrdiner (_).
The Setlight will mrn on while setting.
Oan Speed Pads
Use to set tile fan speed to LOW,Med,High
or Auto on the unit. NOTE:On the remote
conuol, use the fan speed Increase +/
Decrease - pads m set the fan speeds m LOW,
Med or High. Use the Auto pad m mrn Auto
filIl Oil.
Oode Pad
Use to set tlle air conditioner to Cool,Energy
Saveror FanOnlymode.
0Delay Pads
DelayON--When the air conditioner is ofL it
can be set to automatically come on in 1 to 24
hom_ at its previous mode and fan settings.
Delay OFF--When the air conditioner is on,
it can be set to automatically mrn offin 1 to
24 hems.
How toset'.
Press file Delay 1-24hrpad on the unit or
die (_ pad on file remora conuol. Each touch
of the Increase •/Decrease • pads on the
unit or the Increase +/Decrease- pads on
the remora conuol will set the timer in
1-hour intervals. The Set light will mrn on
while setting.
To review die remaining time on die Delay
1-24hrtimen press the Delay 1-24hr pad on the
unit or the @ pad on the remote control. Use
the Increase •/Decrease • pads on the unit
or the Increase +/Decrease-pads on the
remote control to set a new time if desired.
Tocancel the timer, press ttae Delay 1-24hr pad
until tile light on the Delay 1-24hr pad goes off:
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Power Outage Recovery Feature
In tile case of a power outage or interruption, tile
unit will automatically re-start in the settings last
used after tile power is restored. If tile Delay1-24hr
feature was set, it will resume countdown. You may
need to set a new time if desired.

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CoolMode
Use file Coolmode at Low, Med, Highor Auto Fan
Speed for cooling. Use tlle TemperatureIncrease •/
Decrease•pads to set the desired temperature
between 64°F and 86°F in 1°F increments.
kal electronic dlemlostat is used to maintain die
room temperature. Tile compressor will cycle on
and off m keep the room at the set level of comfort.
Set the tbemlostat at a lower number and the indoor
air will become coolex. Set the tbemK_stat at a higher
number and the indoor air will become waIIneL
CoolingDescriptions
ForNormalCooling--Selectthe Coolmode and
Highor Med fan with a middle set temperature.
ForMaximumCooling--Selectthe Coolmode
and Highfan with a lower set temperature.
ForQuieter& NighttimeCooling--Selecttile
Cool mode and Low fan with a middle set
temperature.
NOTE:ff theairconditionerisoffandisthenturnedon
whileset toaCoolsettingorif turnedfromafansetting
toaCoolsetting,it maytakeapproximately3minutes
forthecompressortostartandcoolingtobegin.
Energy Saver Mode
Controls tile fan.
0N--The fan will cycle on and offwith tile
compressoL This results in wider vaIiafions of room
mmpetamre and humidil),. NormaUy used when tile
room is unoccupied. NOTE: Thefan maycontinue to run
for ashort time after the compressorcgclesoff.
OFF--TIle fan runs all tile time, while die
compressor cycles on and off:
Fan OnlyMode
Use the FanOnlyModeat Low,Medor Highfan
speed to provide air circulation and filtering
without cooling. Since fan only settings do not
provide cooling, a Set temperature cannot be
enmred. Tile room mmpemmre will appear
in tile display.
NOTE:AutoFanSpeedcannotbeusedwhenin the
FanOnlyMode.
Auto Fan Speed
Set to Auto fan speed for die fan speed to
aummaficMly set to die speed needed m provide
optimum comfort settings with tile set mmperaUlre.
If file room needs more cooling, file fan speed
will automatically increase. If the room needs less
cooling, the fan speed will automatically decre_tse.
NOTE:AutoFanSpeedcannotbeusedwhenin the
FanOnlyMode.
Air Direction
Use die levers m adjust die air direction left and
right.
Fingertip pressure on die louver banks adjusts tile
air direction up or down.
Remote Control
To ensure proper operation, mm tile remora
cormel at tile signal receNer on tile air
condifione_.
Tile remora control sigmMhas a range of
up m 20 feet.
Make sure nodling is between die air conditioner
and tile remote conUol that could block the
signal.
Make sure batteries are flesh and installed
correcdy as indicamd on tile remora conuol. 5

Careand cleaning oftheair conditioner.
Grille and Case
Turn the air conditioner off'and remove the plug To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not
flom the wall outlet before cleaning, use bleach or ab_sives.
Air Filter
The air filter behind the flont grille shoukt be
checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or
more often if necessary.
TO ro#71ovo:
Open the inlet grille downward by pulling out the
upper corne_ of the inlet grille.
Grab the mb on the filter and pull it down and out.
Clean the filter with warm, soapy water Rinse and
let the filter dry before replacing it. Do not clean
the filter in a dishwasher
CAUTiON: NoToperatetheair
conditionerwithouta filterbecausedirtandlintwillclog
itandreduceperformance.
Outdoor Coils
The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner
should be checked regularly: If flley are clogged
Mill dirt or soot, flley may be professionMly cleaned.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
IMPORTANT - Savethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Observeall
governing codes and ordinances.
•Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
•Note to Consumer- Keep these
instructions for future reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time- Approximately 1 hour
• We recommend that two people install
this product.
• Proper installation is the responsibility
of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.
_ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
(_ Some 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.
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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.
- 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
problemsmconsult a qualified electrician.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Adjustable wrench
Phillips head screwdriver
Pencil
Level
Flat-blade screwdriver
Ruler or tape measure
Scissors or knife
Power cord includes a current interrupter
device. A test and reset button is provided on
the plug case. The device should be tested on a
periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button
and then the RESET button. If the TEST button
does not trip or if the RESET button will not stay
engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner
and contact a qualified service technician.
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Installation Instructions
PARTS INCLUDED
Left
accordion.
panel
wi F_awm _°Pket_
Window sash seal
(thin, adhesive-backed)
Sill support (2)
Nut (2)
Bolt (2)
Topmounting rail
Right
accordion
panel
Type A (6) Type B (7) Type C (6) Window locking
Type D (3) bracket (2)
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Installation instructions
Ill 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 accordion panels if needed
to fit in a narrow window. See the
window opening dimensions.
• All supporting parts must be secured
to firm wood, masonry or metal.
• The electrical outlet must be within
reach of the power cord.
17" min.
27" to 39"
(With accordion panels)
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23" min.
(Without accordion panels)
[] STORM WINDOW
REQUIREMENTS
1/2" higher
than frame
Storm
window
frame
A storm window frame will not allow air
conditioner to tilt toward 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.
_t _Wood
Stool
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[] REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER
FROM THE CASE
[A1 Remove and save the 2 screws from the
lower sides of the front grille.
FRONT
[] Grasp the lower corners of the grille while
pressing in on the case sides with your
finger tips. Pull out to release and lift it up.
NOTE: Do not pull the bottom edge
toward you more than 3" or you may
damage the tabs of the grille.
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FRONT
['C-']Remove the screw from each side of the
case. Keep them in a safe location.
FRONT
Slide the air conditioner from the case by
gripping the base pan handle and pulling
forward while bracing the case. Do not
pull or lift on the styrofoam discharge area.
Do not
pull or
lift in
this
area--
damage
to the
unit may
result
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[] INSTALL THE TOP MOUNTING
RAIL ONTO THE CASE
Attach the top mounting rail onto the top
of the case with 3 Type B screws.
)e B
screws
[] PREPARE THE WINDOW
• Cut the window sash seal to the window
width and stick the adhesive side to the
bottom of the sash.
INSIDE
[] INSTALL THE
SIDE ACCORDION PANELS
[_ Slide the left and right accordion panels
into the top and bottom mounting rails.
_'] Attach the accordion panels to the case
using 3 Type A screws on each side.
Top mounting rail
Accordion
panel
Type
screws
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BACK
Bottom mounting rail
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