GE AG_14 - 14,000 BTU models Original instructions

GE Appliances
Room
Air
Conditioners
Pub. No. 49-7378-1 CG 11-98
AG_14 –14,000 BTU models
AG_18 –18,000 BTU models
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions

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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 . . . . . . . . .4
Use of Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . .4
Operating Instructions
Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install the
Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Window Installation . . . . . . . .9–13
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:
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You can find them 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.
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.
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IMPORTANT!
Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is
packed with this product.

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.
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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.
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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.
LOW FAN or HIGH FAN 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.
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 air 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.
OFF
LOW
FAN
LOW
COOL
HIGH
FAN
HIGH
COOL
MED
COOL
OFF
LOW
FAN
LOW
COOL
HI
FAN
HI
COOL
1
2
3
4
56
7
8
9
10
1
2
3
45
6
7
81
2
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Vent Control
The vent control is located above the control knobs.
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.
To open the vent, pull the lever toward you.
To close it, push it in.
Air Direction – Side-to-Side
CIRCULAIRE (on some models)
For fixed side-to-side air direction, set the
Circulaire switch to ON until the desired air
direction is obtained, then move it to OFF .
For continuous side-to-side air circulation, set the
Circulaire switch to ON and leave it there.
OFF ON
CIRCULAIRE
Air Direction – Up and Down
Fingertip pressure on the bank of horizontal louvers
adjusts the air direction up or down.
Energy Saver (on some models)
The energy saver switch controls the fan.
ON —The fan and compressor cycle on and off
together. This results in wider variations of room
temperature and humidity. Normally used when
the room is unoccupied.
OFF — The fan runs all the time, while the
compressor cycles on and off.
This switch must be set at OFF in order to use
the fan settings (on the mode control).
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About the controls on the air conditioner.
Additional controls and important information.

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Care and cleaning of the air conditioner.
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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:
Open the inlet grille upward by pulling out the
bottom of the inlet grille.
Using the tab, pull up slightly on the filter to
release it and pull it down.
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.
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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
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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
■ Phillips-head screwdriver
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ Ruler or tape measure
■ Scissors or knife
■ Pencil
■ Level
■ Hammer
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Window Installation Instructions
Parts Included
Type A (14)
Support bracket (2)
Sill bracket (2)
Type B (7) Type C (5) Type D (2) Carriage Bolt (2) Lock Nut (4)
Window locking
bracket
Frame guide (2)
Top mounting rail
Top mounting rail
seal strip
Right
accordion
panel
Foam top
window gasket
Window
sash seal
Left
accordion
panel

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Window Installation Instructions
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
accordion 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.
18″min.
29″to 41″
(With accordion panels)
26″ min.
(Without accordion 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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Prepare the Window and the Case
Cut the window sash seal to the proper length.
Peel off the backing and attach the seal to the
underside of the window sash.
Carefully insert the plastic frame guides into
the bottom of the case on each side.
Remove the backing from the top mounting
rail seal strip and attach the seal to the bottom
of the top mounting rail.
Install the top mounting rail with 3 type A
screws on the inside of the case. Insert the
frames for the accordion panels into the top
mounting rail and the frame guides. Attach
the accordion panels to the side of the case
using 5 type A screws.
D
C
B
A
Remove the Air Conditioner From the Case
Remove the 2 shipping screws from the back of
the case.
Remove the 2 screws on each side of the case.
Keep these for later use.
Slide the air conditioner from the case by
gripping the base pan handle and pulling
forward while bracing the case.
C
B
A
3
4
Top mounting rail
Frame guides
Bottom of case
Frame guide
Shipping screws
Shipping screws
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Install the Case in the Window
Align the inside edge of the sill brackets with
the 11″mark from the centerline and attach
them to the window sill using 2 type B screws
on each side.
Carefully place the case on the window stool
aligning the center front on the bottom with
the centerline marked on the window stool.
Close the window making sure the window sash
is behind the top mounting rail.
Using the larger diameter hole in the case, attach
the brackets to the case using two type D screws
and 2 lock nuts.
Adjust the carriage bolts and the lock nuts in
each support so that the case is installed with a
slight downward tilt (about 1/4″) toward the
outside. Tighten the bolts.
CAUTION: DO NOT drill a hole in the base pan. The unit is
designed to operate with approximately 1/2″of water in the
base pan.
Secure the case to the window stool by
using 3 type B screws.
Pull the accordion panels to each window
sash track. Attach them on each side to the
window sash and the window stool using
4 type C screws.
F
E
D
C
B
A
6
Type B screws
Type D screws
with lock nuts
Prepare the Window
Loosely attach the sill brackets to the support
brackets using the 2 carriage bolts and 2
lock nuts.
Open the window and mark the centerline of
the window stool. Measure and mark 11″to the
left and right of the centerline.
BA
5
Sill bracket
Lock nut
Support bracket
Centerline
11″
Carriage
bolt
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Install the Air Conditioner in the Case
Slide the air conditioner into the case.
Reinstall the 2 screws removed earlier on each
side of the case.
Before installing the front grille, pull out the
vent control lever located above the unit
control knobs, as shown.
Attach the front grille to the case by inserting the
tabs on the grille into the slots on the front of the
case. Push the grille in until it snaps into place.
Lift the inlet grille and secure the front frame
with a type A screw. Lower the inlet grille into
place.
D
C
B
A
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Install the Window Locking Bracket and the Foam Top Window Gasket
Attach the window locking bracket with a
type C screw.
Cut the foam top window gasket to the window
width.
Stuff the foam between the glass and the
window to prevent air and insects from getting
into the room.
C
BA
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Guide the lever carefully
through the grille as you
push it in.
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Before you call for service…
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the chart below first and
you may not need to call for service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Air conditioner The air conditioner •Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed
does not start is unplugged. completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit •Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
breaker is tripped. the fuse or reset the breaker.
Power failure. •If power failure occurs, turn the mode control to OFF .
When power is restored, wait 3 minutes to restart the
air conditioner to prevent tripping of the compressor
overload.
Air conditioner does Airflow is restricted. •Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or furniture
not cool as it should blocking the front of the air conditioner.
The temp control may •Turn the knob to a higher number. The highest setting
not be set high enough. provides maximum cooling.
The air filter is dirty. •Clean the filter at least every 30 days.
See the Operating Instructions section.
The room may have been hot. •When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to
allow time for the room to cool down.
Cold air is escaping. •Check for open furnace floor registers and cold
air returns.
•Set the air conditioner’s vent to the closed position.
Cooling coils have iced up. •See “Air conditioner freezing up” below.
Air conditioner Ice blocks the air flow •Set the mode control at HIGH FAN or HIGH COOL
freezing up and stops the air conditioner with the temp at 1 or 2 .
from cooling the room.
Normal Operating Sounds
■ You may hear a pinging noise caused by water
being picked up and thrown against the
condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is
high. This design feature helps remove moisture
and improve efficiency.
■ You may hear the thermostat click when the
compressor cycles on and off.
■ Water will collect in the base pan during
high humidity or on rainy days. The water
may overflow and drip from the outdoor side
of the unit.
■ The fan may run even when the compressor
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Air Conditioner Warranty
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service,
call 800-GE-CARES.
For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:
One Year Any part of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor
original purchase and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator
From the date of the and all connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
original purchase During this five-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and
in-home service to replace the defective part.
■Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the
product.
■Improper installation. If you have an installation problem,
or if the air conditioner is of improper cooling capacity
for the intended use, contact your dealer or installer. You
are responsible for providing adequate electrical
connecting facilities.
■Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the
product or due to unreasonable use including failure to
provide reasonable and necessary maintenance.
■In commercial locations labor necessary to move the unit
to a location where it is accessible for service by an
individual technician.
■Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
■Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosion-
protected.
■Damage to the product caused by improper power supply
voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
■Incidental or consequential damage to personal property
caused by possible defects with this air conditioner.
What GE Will Not Cover:
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your
legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Service Telephone Numbers.
GE Answer Center
®
800.626.2000
The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)
Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away.
Special Needs Service 800.626.2000
800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)
GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons
with limited mobility.
Service Contracts 800-626-2224
Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a
substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires.
Parts and Accessories 800-626-2002
Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly
to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted).
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised, since
improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
Service Satisfaction
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE:
First, contact the people who serviced your appliance.
Next, if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Customer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Finally, if your problem is still not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer Action Program
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
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