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Safety Infolwlation
Adapter Plugs .................. 4
Connecting Electricity ........... g
Extension Cords ................ 4
Safety Precautions .............. 2
Operatil_g lnsh_uctions
Air Direction ................... 6
Conux)ls ..................... 5, 6
Fan Switch ..................... 6
TemperaUlre Hmiting .......... 6
Vent Control ................... 6
Care and Cleanil_g
Air Filter ....................... 8
Front Grille ..................... 7
Grille and Case ................. 7
Ontdoor (;oils .................. 7
Installation
Installing aJ-Model in an
Existing Wall Case .......... 10-12
Preparing u) Install ............. 9
Troubleshootil_g Tips
Befbr_ Yon (;all For Sere'ice .... 14
Normal Operating Sounds ..... 14
Consumer Supp(mt
Consumer Support .... Back Cover
Wammty ..................... 15
Write the model and serial numbers here:
#
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Find these numbers on a label on the
flont of the base pan behind the fiont grille.
Chas,si,s()rdy
Cod()@: Aff;H 08, lO ACA
4ICH l(J, 12 [)CA
d/(:S 06 LeA
4]cf o,s',_o ACA
41c5 09, _o, _2 [)ca
Heal/Cool: A]ES 09, lO, 12 DCA
4I_'H _2 D(:a
Hea[P_r@: A]HS O& 10 DCA
49-7397 10-00JR

READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of fife,
_tl SSAFETYPflECAUTIONS
/_P'_ •Use this appliance only fbr its intended
purpose as described in this O_mer's
Manual.
•This air conditioner nmst be properly
installed in accordance with the
Installation Insmlctions before it is used.
•Never unplug your air conditioner by
pulling on the power co_d. Always gTip
plug firmly and pull straight out from the
receptacle.
•Repair or replace imme(fiately all elecuic
service cords that have become fiayed
or otherwise damaged. Do not use a co_d
that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along itslength or at either the ph|g or
connector end.
Turn lhe mode control to OFFand unph|g
your air conditioner before making any
repairs or cleaning.
NOTE:We strongly recommend that any
servicing be pe_t6rmed by a qualified
indMdual.
For your saf(ty...@) not store or use
combustible materials, gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
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HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Forpersonal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cot,1 of dlis appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (gTounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (g_mnding) _11
outlet u_ minimize the possibility ofelecuic
she& hazard from this appliance.
Have tile wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified elecuician m make sure the outlet is
pr_perly g_mn(led.
_qmre a 2-prong x_ll outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly
gTounded 3-prong wall oudet.
The air conditioner shouM always be
plugged inu_ its own individual electrical
outlet which has a voltage rating that matches
the rating plate.
This provides dm best perfbmmnce and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits
which couM cause a fire hazard fi_)m
overheated wires.
See the Installation Insuuclkms, Electrical
Requirements section for specific elecuical
connection requirements.
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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMAtiON.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS-115-Voltmodelsonly
Because of potential safety hazards under
certain conditions, we strongly recommend _CAUTION:
against the use of an extension cord.
However, if yon must use an extension cord,
it is absolutely necessary that it be a U L-listed,
14 gauge, 3-wire g_mn(ling t}]-/e appliance
extension cot,1 having a gTounding b_e plug
and outlet and that tile elecuical rating of the
co_d be 15 amperes (minimum) and 125 volts.
DO NOT use an extension cord with any of
the 230/208 voltmodels.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS-115-Voltmodelsonly
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 m a properly g_mnded 2-prong
wall outlet by use of a UIAisted adapter
available at most local haidware stores.
The larger slot in tile adapter must be aligned
with tile larger slot in the wall outlet to
provide proper polarity in tile connection
of tile power cold.
V_qmn disconnecting tile pox_r cord from
tile adapter, always hold tile adapter ill place
with one band while pulling file power cord
plug with tile other hand. If this is not done,
tile adapter g_mnd terminal is very likely to
break with repeated use.
If file adapter gTound terminal breaks, DO
NOT USEtile air conditioner until a proper
gTound has been established.
Attachingthe adaptergreundterminalto a waft
outlet coverscrewdoesnotgroundtheappliance
unlessthecoverscrewis metal,andnot bsulated,
and the waftoutlet isgroundedthreughthehouse
wiring. Youshouldhavethecircuitcheckedbya
qualifiedelectricianto makesurethe outlet is
properlygrounded.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCtiONS
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Aboutthe controlsontheair conditioner. . .GE4ppliances.com
LOW
FAN HIGH
OFF@ @ @ FAN
OFF
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LOW_ _LOW
FAN _r'_ '_COOL
FAN -- k_L_ /
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MODECONTROL
@TEMPCONTROL @
Controls
Mode Control
HIGHCOOLand LOWCOOLproxdde (ooling
with (fiflerent tim speeds.
HIGHHEATand LOWHEATprovide heating
with (fiflerent fhn speeds.
LOWFANor HIGHFANpr_Mdes air
drQflation and fihering without cooling
or heating.
NOTE:If youmovetheswitchfroma coolorheat
settlbgtoOFFertoa fansetting,waitat least3
minutesbeforeswitchingbacktoacoolorheat
setting.A 3-minutedelayisautomaticallyprovided
ontheHeat/CodandHeatPumpmodels.
Cooling/HeatingDescriptions
ForNormal CoolingorHeating-Sele( t
HIGHCOOLor HIGHHEATwiththe
thermostat at mid point.
For Maximum Cooling-Sele( tHIGH COOL
with tile thermostat at maximum cool.
TempControl
The temp (ontrol is used to maintain the
room temperature. The compressor will
_ycle on and offto keep the room at the
stone level of comtort. When you mrn
the knob to COOLER(blue) the indoor air
will become cooler. Turn the knob to
WARMER(red) and the indoor air will
become w:umer.
Heat PumpModels
When the outdoor temperature is lower
than 25°F., heat is provided by the elecuic
heater in the air conditioner instead of by
the heat pump.
NOTE:Theelectricresistanceheater/nthe115-vdt
heatpumpmode/operatesdunbgdefrostwhenthe
outdoorcoiltemperatureisbelow36°£It isnot
intendedtoprovidefurlheatcapability
ForMaximum Heating-Sele( tHIGHHEAT
with the thermostat at maximum heat.
ForQuieter& NighttimeCooling-Select
LOWCOOLwith the thermostat at mid
point.

Aboutthecontrolsontheair conditioner.
Fan Switch
On Heat/Cool models, tile Lm sx_itchlever is
located in a hole through the control panel. To
reach it, you need u) remove the flont grille. Use
a small s(rew(hiver to change the setting. Cool
only models have a rocker swiwh on the fiont of
the control box.
When set at CYCLE(down) the tm_ (ycles on and
offwhen cooling or heating. When set at COIlff
(continuous, up) the tim runs all the time. The
unit is shipped in the CONT setting.
Temperature Limiting
IJmiting the m_Lximum and minimum settings
prevents users flom turning the control Ix)the
extreme heat or cool positions.
The noxmal range of the temp connol is
approximately 60°F to 85 °F. The control range
may be nmTowed by the use of the temperature
limiting screws located behind the conuol panel.
@ @
@
Limits@
heat cool
temp temp
Eachposition equals approximately 3°E
Vent Control
The vent control is located behind the fiont grille
on the right side of the air discharge mea. When
set at CLOSE,only the air inside the room will be
circulamd and con(fitioned. When set at OPEN,
some inside air is exhm_sted outside.
To open or close the vent:
1.Remove the flont grille.
2. Remove and replace the vent card to the OPEN
(mesh end toward the back) or to the CI_OSE
(mesh end toward the flont) position.
0 en Clos_
Air Direction
HorizolHal lotwers
on the fiont grille
let you conuol the
air (firecfion up
:rod d()_1].
Relnove the flon[
grille to a(!iust the
vertical louvers
side-to-side to
direct the air left
or right.

Careand cleaning oftheair conditioner. . .CEApplia.ces.com
Grille and Case
Turn tile air (ondifioner off and remove the
plug fiom tile wall outlet before deaning. To clean, use water and a mild detergent.
Do not use blea(h or abrasives.
OutdoorCoils
The coils on the omdoor side of the air
conditioner sh,)uM be checked regularly.
If they are clogged _dth dirt or soot they may be
protessionally steam cleaned, a sepAce ax_filable
through y_)ur GE secvice outlet.
Front Grille
The fiont grille can be rem,)ved ior more
thorough cleaning or to make the model and
serial numbers accessible.
Toremove:
1. l'ull the filter out.
2. Rem()ve the tw() grille screws.
Onsomemodels
3. l)ull tile grille out fiom tile bottom and lift up
fiom tile tabs on tile top of the case.
Grille
Onsome models
Toreplace:
Hook the tabs on the tiont grille even with the
tabs on the case and snap inu) place.
Replace the screws and fiher.
Grille

Careand cleaning oftheair conditioner.
Tomaintain optimum performance, clean the filter at least every30 days.
Air Filter
Toremove the air filter,on other models:
Pull it down.
Dirty filter--Needs cleaning Clogged filter--Greatly
reduces cooling, heating
and airflow.
Turntheair conditioner offbeforecleaning.
Tile most important thing }_)u can (h) to maintain
the air conditioner is to clean tile fiher at least
eveU30 days. A clogged fiher re&rues cooling,
heating and air flow.
Keepingtheair filtercleanwill:
• Decrease cost of operation.
• Save energy.
• Prexvnt clogged heat exchanger coils.
• Reduce the risk of premature component
titilure.
Tocleantheair filters:
•Vacuum off the hemT soil.
•Run water through tim fihers.
• DUthor{)ughly betore repladng.
Toremovetheair filter,onsomemodels:
Cmetiflly l-rollthe tab ti)rwmd, up and out.
Toreplacetheair filter:
Repla(e the (lean fiher by pushing it ba(k
into place.
_CAUTION:Donotoperatetheair conditioner
withoutthefilterinplace,ffa filterbecomestornor
damageditshouldbereplacedimmediately.
Operating without the fiher in place or with a
d:tmaged fiher will allow dirt and (h_stto reach
the indoor coil and reduce the cooling, heating,
ai_{l_)wand efliden_ T of the unit.
Replacement fihers are available fiom your
salesperson, (;E dealer, (;E Se_@e and Pmts
Center or authorized Customer Care <'servicers.
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Preparingto installthe air conditioner.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
BeforeYouBegin
NOTE TOINSTALLER:Leave these instructions
with the air conditioner after installation is
completed.
CAUTION:
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground)prong from the power cord.
NOTE TOCONSUMER:Keep this Owner's
Manual and Installation Instructions for future
use.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
For personal safety, this air conditioner must be
properly grounded.
Do not change the plug on the power cord of this
air conditioner.
Aluminum house wiring may present special
problems--consult a qualified electrician.
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.
ElectricalRequirements
Some models require l 15/120-volt _l.c.,
60 Hz grounded outlet protected _fith
a 15-,tmp time delayfl_se or circuit
breaker.
The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the
possibili b of elecuic shock hazard. If the w:dl
mtlet 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 fi_se
or drcuit breaker. These models
should be instzdled on their o_1_single
branch drcuit lot best perlormance
and to prevent overloacfing house
or aparmlent _dring drcuits, which
could cm_sea possible fire hazmd
tiom overheating wires.

Installinga J-Model in an existing wall case.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT!
GEstrongly recommends the removal of the old
wall case and the installation of a new GE Wall
Case.If you decide to keep the existing wall
case, you may need a kitto ensure proper
performance. If you DONOT use a kit, you
run the risk of poor performance or product
failure. This is not covered under the terms
of the GEwarran_
J-ModelOualifyingOuestions
J-model air conditioners may fit in existing wall
cases. However, they often need a kit to properly
adapt the case to the GEair conditioner. Answer
these questions and see the chart below for the
proper kit.
]Whatbrendair conditionerwill yoube
replacing?
]What are the dimensions ofthe wall case
currently in use?
[] What is the model number ofthe chassis
currently in use?What is the model (or Type)
number of the wall case currently in use?
Frequently, the J-model adapter kit xfillapply
to another brand model "series" or spedfic
vintage. In these cases, you need the chassis
model number and/or the wall case or "type"
number to co_tiirm the use of the correct
adnpter kit.
Whattypeofoutdoorgrille isusedwiththe
I,.,I currentwall case?
There may be an architectural grille attached
to a wall case to enhance the exterior
appemance (ff the buiMing. Custom grilles
may be used with J-model w;dl cases pr_)vided
aJ-model adapter kit is also used _) ensure
proper airflow.
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