GE AKW10 Series Operating instructions

Safety Instructions .............2,3
Operating Instructions
Controls ......................4–6
Care and Cleaning
AirFilter ........................6
OutdoorCoils....................6
Installation Instructions .......7–10
Troubleshooting Tips ...........11
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . .11
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . .Back Cover
Ownership Registration for
Customers in Canada only . . . . .13, 14
Warranty for Customers
in Canada . . . . . .................16
Warranty for Customers
intheU.S.A. ....................15
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ A INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manua must be fo owed to minimize the risk of fire, e ectric shock
or persona injury.
■Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner’s
anual.
■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.
■Replace immediately all electric service
cords that have become frayed 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 OFF and unplug your air
conditioner before cleaning.
■GE does not support any servicing of the air
conditioner. We strongly recommend that
you do not attempt to service the air
conditioner yourself.
■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.
■All air conditioners contain refrigerants,
which under federal law must be removed
prior to product disposal. If you are getting
rid of an old product with refrigerants,
check with the company handling disposal
about what to do.
■If the receptacle does not match the plug,
the receptacle must be changed out by a
qualified electrician.
■These R410A air conditioning systems
require contractors and technicians to
use tools, equipment and safety standards
approved for use with this refrigerant.
DO NOT use equipment certified for
R22 refrigerant only.
SAFET PRECAUTIONS
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
For persona safety, this app iance must be
proper y grounded.
DO NOT use an adapter plug with this appliance.
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 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 while plugged into
the outlet. 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.
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, E ectrica
Requirements section for specific electrical
connection requirements.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICIT
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WARNING!
Because of potentia safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strong y 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
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFET INFORMATION CAREFULL .
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About the controls on the air conditioner.
Controls
Power Pad
Turns air conditioner on and off. When
turned on, the display will show the room
temperature.
Display
Shows the room temperature or time
remaining on the Delay timer. Shows the Set
temperature while setting the temperature in
Cool or Energy Saver modes. The Set light will
turn on while setting.
NOTE: The display will change to show the
room temperature after settings have been
made. To recall the Set temperature, press the
Temp Increase ▲or Decrease ▼pads.
Temp Increase ▲/ Decrease ▼Pads
Use to set temperature when in Cool or Energy
Saver mode. The Set light will turn on while
setting. Hold down both the up and down
pads for 5 seconds to change the display
between Fahrenheit and Celsius.
Delay Timer Increase ▲/ Decrease ▼Pads
Each touch of the Increase ▲/ Decrease ▼
pads on the unit or on the remote control will
set the delay time when using the Delay 1–24hr
timer. The Set light will turn on while setting.
Fan Speed Pad
Use to set the fan speed to ow, Med, High
or Auto on the unit. NOTE: On the remote
control, use the Fan button to set the fan
speeds to ow,Med,High or Auto.
Mode Pad
Use to set the air conditioner to Cool,Energy
Saver or Fan mode.
Delay Pads
Delay ON—When the air conditioner is off, it
can be set to automatically come on in 1 to 24
hours at its previous mode and fan settings.
Delay OFF—When the air conditioner is on,
it can be set to automatically turn off in 1 to
24 hours.
How to set:
Press the Delay 1–24hr pad on the unit or on
the remote control. Each touch of the Increase
▲/ Decrease ▼pads on the unit or on the
remote control will set the timer in 1/2-hour
intervals until the time reaches 10 hours; then
it will increase in 1-hour intervals. The Set
light will turn on while setting.
To review the remaining time on the Delay
1–24hr timer, press the Delay 1–24hr pad on
the unit or on the remote control. Use the
Increase ▲/ Decrease ▼pads on the unit or
on the remote control to set a new time if
desired.
To cancel the timer, press the Delay 1–24hr pad
until the light on the Delay 1–24hr pad goes off.
Features and appearance wi vary.
Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner contro pane indicate the se ected settings.
Delay timer and
temperature set
Decrease/Increase
Remote Control
Unit p wer n/ ff
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Light indicates the unit
is in temperature r
delay time Set m de.
Light indicates the
delay timer is set.
( n s me m dels)
NOTE: The display always sh ws the
r m temperature except when setting
the Set temperature r the Delay timer.
Delay 1–24hr
M de select
Aut Fan n/ ff and
Decrease/Increase

■To ensure proper operation, aim the remote
control at the signal receiver on the air
conditioner.
■The remote control signal has a range of
up to 20 feet.
■ake sure nothing is between the air conditioner
and the remote control that could block the
signal.
■ake sure batteries are fresh and installed
correctly as indicated on the remote control.
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Cool Mode
Use the Cool mode at ow, Med, High or Auto Fan
Speed for cooling. Use the Temperature Increase ▲/
Decrease ▼pads to set the desired temperature
between 62°F and 86°F in 1°F increments.
An electronic thermostat is used to maintain the
room temperature. The compressor will cycle on
and off to keep the room at the set level of comfort.
Set the thermostat at a lower number and the indoor
air will become cooler. Set the thermostat at a higher
number and the indoor air will become warmer.
NOTE: If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on
while set to a Cool setting or if turned from a fan setting
to a Cool setting, it may take approximately 3 minutes
for the compressor to start and cooling to begin.
Cooling Descriptions
For Normal Cooling—Select the Cool mode and
High or Med fan with a middle set temperature.
For Maximum Cooling—Select the Cool mode
and High fan with a lower set temperature.
For Quieter and Nighttime Cooling—Select the
Cool mode and ow fan with a middle set
temperature.
Fan Mode
Use the Fan ode at ow, Med or High fan speed to
provide air circulation and filtering without cooling.
Since fan-only settings do not provide cooling, a
Set temperature cannot be entered. The room
temperature will appear in the display.
NOTE: Auto Fan Speed is available in the Fan Mode.
Energy Saver Mode
Controls the fan.
ON—The fan will cycle on and off with the
compressor. This results in wider variations of room
temperature and humidity. Normally used when the
room is unoccupied. NOTE: The fan may continue to run
for a short time after the compressor cycles off.
OFF—The fan runs all the time, while the
compressor cycles on and off.
Set to Auto fan speed for the fan speed to
automatically set to the speed needed to provide
optimum comfort settings with the set temperature.
If the room needs more cooling, the fan speed
will automatically increase. If the room needs less
cooling, the fan speed will automatically decrease.
NOTE: Auto Fan Speed is available in the Fan Mode.
Auto Fan Speed
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Do Not Operate in Freezing Outdoor Conditions
This cool-only air conditioner was not designed for
freezing outdoor conditions. It must not be used in
freezing outdoor conditions.
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In the case of a power outage or interruption, the
unit will automatically restart in the settings last
used after the power is restored. If the Delay 1–24hr
feature was set, it will resume countdown. You may
need to set a new time if desired.
Power Outage Recovery Feature
Clean Filter
The “Clean Filter” light will come on to tell you it is
time to change your filter.

Remove the battery cover by sliding it
according to the arrow direction.
Insert new batteries, making sure that the (+)
and (–) of battery are installed correctly.
Reattach the cover by sliding it back
into position.
NOTES:
■Use 2 “AAA” (1.5 volt) alkaline batteries. Do not
use rechargeable batteries.
■Remove the batteries from the remote control if
the system is not going to be used for a long time.
■Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix
alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable
(ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.) batteries.
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Air Direction
Use the lever to adjust the air direction left and
right only.
Additiona 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:
Open the inlet grille by pulling downward on the
tabs at the top upper corners of the inlet grille until
the grille is in a 45º position. Remove the filter.
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: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 cleaned.
About the controls on the air conditioner.
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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.
Grille and Case
How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control
Care and cleaning of the air conditioner.
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Fresh Air Vent Control (on some models)
The Fresh Air Vent Control allows you to let fresh
air into the room.
To open the vent, pull the tab out to allow fresh air
to circulate into the room.
To close the vent, push the tab in. Vent cl sed
Vent pen
Tab Tab

BEF RE Y U BEGIN
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
•IMP RTANT —Save these
instructions for local inspector’s use.
•IMP RTANT —Observe all
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.
•You MUST use all supplied parts and use
proper installation procedures as described
in these instructions when installing this air
conditioner.
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Some models require a 115/120 volt AC,
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 AC,
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
CAUTI N:
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.
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T LS Y U WILL NEED
Phillips head screwdriver
Ruler or tape measurePencil
Level Scissors or knife
Flat blade screwdriver
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 while plugged into
the outlet. 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
Top mounting rail
Right
a ordion
panel
Foam top
window gasket
Window
sash seal
Left
a ordion
panel
3/8" Type A (4) 3/4" Type B (6)
Air
onditioner
Window lo king
bra ket (1)
PARTS INCLUDED
(Appearance may vary)
Frame lo king
bra ket (2)
If top rail is not
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ST RM WIND W REQUIREMENTS
A storm window frame will not allow the 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 sill.
W D PIECES
WIDTH: 2″
LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside the
window frame.
THICKNESS: To determine the thickness, place
a piece of wood on the sill to make it 1/2″
higher than the top of the storm window
frame or the vinyl frame.
Attach securely with nails or screws provided
by the installer.
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WIND W 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.
•Follow the dimensions in the table and
illustration for your model.
Models AB
AKW10, AKZ10 16″23″–38 1/8″
AKW12, AKZ12
1
A
(With accordion panels)
B
2
1/2″higher
than storm
window
frame
Storm window
frame
Wood
Sill
1/2″higher
than vinyl frame
(on some windows)
Vinyl frame
PREPARE THE AIR C NDITI NER
If not already atta hed, install the top
mounting rail with 4 Type A s rews from
the outside of the ase.
Hold the a ordion
panel in one hand and
gently pull ba k to free
the open end.
Slide the free end of the a ordion panel
into the side panel rails. Slide the panel
down. Be sure to leave enough spa e to
slip the top and bottom of the frame into
the rails on the abinet.
N TE: There is a right and a left a ordion
panel. Be sure to use the proper panel for
ea h side.
Slide the left and right a ordion panels
into the top and bottom mounting rails.
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A
B
Top mounting rail
Bottom
mounting rail
C
D
Top left Top right
Top mounting rail
Bottom mounting rail

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PREPARE THE WIND W
Cut the window sash seal to the proper
length. Peel off the backing and attach the
seal to the underside of the window sash.
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INSTALL SUPP RT BRACKET AND
F AM T P WIND W GASKET
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.
N TE: If the gasket supplied does not fit
your window, obtain appropriate material
locally to provide a proper installation seal.
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ACAUTI N:
To prevent broken glass
or damage to windows,
on vinyl or other
similarly constructed
windows, attach the
window locking bracket
to the window side jamb.
Attach the window
locking bracket with one
Type B screw.
B
C
Wood
Vinyl
INSTALL THE AIR C NDITI NER
IN THE WIND W
Pla e the air onditioner on the sill with
the bottom mounting rail against its ba k
edge. Center it and lose the window
se urely behind the top mounting rail.
It should be level or slightly tilted to the
outside. Use a level; about a 1/3 bubble
will be the orre t ase slant to the outside.
Extend the left and right a ordion panels
to the verti al window sashes and atta h
3 Type B s rews through the holes in the
upper panels, as appropriate.
Install the frame lo king bra kets between
the bottom of the a ordion panel and the
window sill. Atta h with 2 Type B s rews.
N TE: To prevent the window sill from
splitting, drive the pilot holes before
driving the s rews.
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A
B
2 Frame lo king bra kets
3 S rews
C
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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
does not.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Air conditioner The air conditioner •ake 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. •The unit will automatically restart in the settings last
used after the power is restored.
•There is a protective time delay (approximately
3 minutes) to prevent tripping of the compressor
overload. For this reason, the unit may not start
normal cooling for 3 minutes after it is turned
back on.
The current interrupter •Press the RESET button located on the power cord plug.
device is tripped. •If the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue
use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified
service technician.
Air conditioner does Airflow is restricted. •ake sure there are no curtains, blinds or furniture
not cool as it should blocking the front of the air conditioner.
The temp control may •In the Cool mode, press the Decrease ▼pad.
not be set correctly.
The air filter is dirty. •Clean the filter at least every 30 days.
See the Care and C eaning 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 registers and cold air returns.
Cooling coils have iced up. •See “Air conditioner freezing up” below.
Air conditioner Ice blocks the air flow • Set the controls at High Fan or High Cool and set the
freezing up and stops the air conditioner thermostat to a higher temperature.
from cooling the room.
The remote control The batteries are inserted •Check the position of the batteries. They should be
is not working incorrectly. inserted in the opposite (+) and (–) direction.
The batteries may be dead. •Replace the batteries.
Water drips outside Hot, humid weather. •This is normal.
Water drips indoors The air conditioner is not •For proper water disposal, make sure the air conditioner
tilted to the outside. slants slightly from the case front to the rear.
Water collects in Moisture removed from air •This is normal for a short period in areas with little
base pan and drains into base pan. humidity; normal for a longer period in very humid areas.
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■Customer instruction. This owner’s manual provides
information regarding operating instructions and
user controls.
■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.
■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 caused by possible
defects with this air conditioner.
■Damage caused after delivery.
What Is Not Covered:
This warranty is extended to the origina purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home
use within the USA.
Some states do not a ow the exc usion or imitation of incidenta or consequentia damages. This warranty gives
you specific ega rights, and you may a so have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your
ega rights are, consu t your oca or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney Genera .
Exclusion of implied warranties: Except where prohibited or restricted by aw, there are no warranties, whether
express, ora or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof, inc uding specifica y the
imp ied warranties of merchantabi ity or fitness for a particu ar purpose.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. ouisville, KY 40225
■Properly pack your unit. e recommend using
the original carton and packing materials.
■Return the product to the retail location where
it was purchased.
■Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or other
evidence of date of original purchase. Also print your
name and address and a description of the defect.
In Order to Make a Warranty Claim During the First 30 Days from the Date of Original Purchase:
EXC USION OF IMP IED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product replacement as provided
in this imited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
GE Air Conditioner—One Year imited Warranty. (For customers in the U.S.A.)
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year Replacement unit for any product which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the The replacement unit is warranted for the remainder of your product’s original one-year
origina purchase warranty period. The replacement unit may either be a new unit or a refurbished unit.
Stap e your receipt here.
Proof of the origina purchase date
is needed to make a warranty c aim.
■Locate your original sales receipt and make a note
of your model and serial number.
■Call GE at 1.866.907.1655 to initiate the product
replacement process.
■You will be asked to provide your name, address,
date of purchase, model and serial number.
■GE will arrange for a carton to be sent to your home
to recover the product.
■You must return the product (postage pre-paid by GE)
to GE’s recovery center before a replacement unit will be
provided. Please include a description of the defect.
■You should receive your replacement product within
7 to 10 business days after your unit is received.
■If you experience any problems or delays after initiating
the replacement process, please call 1.256.796.6610 for
assistance.
In Order to Make a Warranty Claim During the Remainder of the One-Year Warranty:
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For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year Replacement unit for any product which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the The replacement unit is warranted for the remainder of your product’s original one-year
origina purchase warranty period.
GE Air Conditioner—One-Year imited Warranty. (For customers in Canada)
■Customer instruction. This owner’s manual provides
information regarding operating instructions and
user controls.
■Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. If you
have an installation problem, or if the air conditioner is
of improper cooling capacity, contact your dealer or
installer. You are responsible for providing adequate
electrical, plumbing and other 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.
■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 caused by possible
defects with this air conditioner.
■Damage caused after delivery.
What Is Not Covered:
This warranty is extended to the origina purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased in Canada
for home use within Canada.
Some provinces do not a ow the exc usion or imitation of incidenta or consequentia damages, so the above exc usion
may not app y to you. This warranty gives you specific ega rights, and you may a so have other rights which vary from
province to province. To know what your ega rights are in your province, consu t your oca or provincia consumer
affairs office.
Exclusion of implied warranties: Except where prohibited or restricted by aw, there are no warranties, whether
express, ora or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof, inc uding specifica y the
imp ied warranties of merchantabi ity or fitness for a particu ar purpose.
Warrantor: Mabe Canada Inc.,
Burlington, Ontario
Stap e your receipt here.
Proof of the origina purchase date
is needed to make a warranty c aim.
■Properly pack your unit. e recommend using the
original carton and packing materials.
■Return the product to the retail location where it
was purchased.
■Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or other
evidence of date of original purchase. Also print your
name and address and a description of the defect.
EXC USION OF IMP IED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product replacement as provided
in this imited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
In Order to Make a Warranty Claim:

Consignes de sécurité ............18,19
Consignes d’utilisation
Commandes .....................20–22
Entretien et nettoyage
Filtreàair ..........................22
Serpentins extérieurs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Instructions de montage ...........23–26
Conseils de dépannage ..............27
Bruits normaux de fonctionnement . . . . .27
Assistance à la clientèle
Assistance à la clientèle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Enregistrement du titre
depropriété .....................29, 30
Garantie ............................31
Inscrivez ici les num ros de modèle et de s rie :
Num ro de modèle : ____________________
Num ro de S rie : ______________________
Vous trouverez ces numéros sur l’étiquette
apposée sur le côté du climatiseur.
En tant que partenaire d’ENERGY STAR®,
GE a déterminé que ce produit était
conforme aux exigences d’efficacité
énergétique d’ENERGY STAR®.
* Produits homologués ENERGY STAR®
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AKW10*
AKW12*
AKZ10*
AKZ12*
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IMPORTANTES CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ.
VEUILLEZ LIRE TOUTES LES CONSIGNES AVANT UTILISATION.
AVERTISSEMENT !
Pour votre sécurité, les informations contenues dans ce manuel doivent être suivies afin de minimiser
les risques d’incendie, de chocs électriques ou de blessures corporelles
■N’utilisez cet appareil qu’aux fins prévues
décrites dans le manuel d’utilisation.
■Ce climatiseur doit être correctement
installé conformément aux Instructions
d’Installation avant toute utilisation.
■Ne débranchez jamais votre climatiseur en
tirant sur le cordon d’alimentation. Prenez
toujours fermement la fiche en main et tirez
pour la sortir de la prise.
■Remplacez immédiatement tout cordon
électrique usé ou endommagé. Un cordon
d’alimentation endommagé doit être
remplacé par un nouveau cordon
d’alimentation obtenu du fabricant. Ne
réparez pas le cordon endommagé. N’utilisez
pas un cordon fissuré ou présentant des
dommages dus aux frottements soit sur
sa longueur ou aux extrémités du côté
de la fiche ou du raccord.
■Eteignez votre climatiseur et débranchez-le
avant de le nettoyer.
■GE n’offre pas de service d’entretien pour
les climatiseurs. Nous vous recommandons
de ne pas essayer d’effectuer l’entretien
de votre climatiseur vous-même.
■Pour votre sécurité, ne stockez pas et
n’utilisez pas de matériaux combustibles,
d’essence ou d’autres vapeurs et liquides
inflammables dans les parages de cet
appareil ou de tout autre appareil.
■Tous les climatiseurs contiennent des fluides
frigorigènes qui, conformément, à la
législation fédérale doivent être retirés avant
la mise au rebut de l’appareil. Si vous mettez
au rebus un ancien appareil contenant des
fluides frigorigènes, vérifiez la procédure à
suivre auprès de la compagnie responsable
de l’élimination.
■Si la prise de courant est d’un format
différent de la fiche, cette prise doit être
changée par un électricien qualifié.
■Ces systèmes de climatisation R410A
nécessitent que les entrepreneurs et
techniciens adoptent des outils, du matériel
et des normes de sécurité approuvés pour
utilisation avec ce réfrigérant. N’utilisez pas
de matériel certifié pour le réfrigérant R22
uniquement.
CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ
Ne coupez pas ou n’enlevez pas, sous aucun
prétexte, la troisième broche de mise à la terre
du cordon d’alimentation Pour des raisons
de sécurité, cet appareil doit être correctement
mis à la terre
N’utilisez PAS d’adaptateur avec cet appareil.
Le cordon d’alimentation de cet appareil
est équipé d’une fiche à trois broches (pour
une mise à la terre) qui s’adapte à la prise
de courant standard à 3 broches (pour une
mise à la terre) pour minimiser les risques
de chocs électriques par cet appareil.
Le cordon d’alimentation est équipé d’un
dispositif d’interruption du courant. Un
bouton d’essai et de réenclenchement est
fourni sur le boîtier de la prise. Vous devez
tester le mécanisme régulièrement en
appuyant d’abord sur le bouton TEST (essai)
puis sur le bouton RESET (réenclenchement)
lorsque l’appareil est branché. Si le bouton
TEST (essai) ne bascule pas ou si le bouton
RESET (réenclenchement) ne reste pas
enclenché, cessez d’utiliser votre climatiseur
et appelez un technicien de service qualifié.
Faites vérifier la prise murale et le circuit
électrique par un électricien qualifié pour
s’assurer que le système est correctement
mis à la terre.
Dans le cas d’une prise biphasée,
l’installateur a la responsabilité et l’obligation
de la remplacer par une prise triphasée
correctement mise à la terre.
Le climatiseur doit toujours être branché
à sa propre prise électrique d’une tension
nominale correspondant à celle indiquée
sur sa plaque signalétique.
Ceci permet d’obtenir un meilleur rendement
du climatiseur et évite de surcharger les circuits
électriques du domicile qui risque
d’occasionner un incendie en surchauffant.
Consultez les Consignes d’Installations, dans
la section Exigences Electriques pour les
exigences de branchements électriques
particuliers.
BRANCHEMENTS ÉLECTRIQUES
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AVERTISSEMENT !
Nous déconseillons fortement l’utilisation d’une
rallonge à cause des risques potentiels dans
certaines conditions
Cependant, si l’utilisation d’une rallonge est
nécessaire, cette dernière doit obligatoirement
être homologuée UL, de calibre 14, à trois
brins avec mise à la terre pour appareil
électroménager et doit être équipée d’une
fiche et d’une prise femelle avec terre.
Les caractéristiques électriques de la rallonge
doivent être de 15 ampères (minimum)
et de 125 volts.
MISE EN GARDE :
N’UTILISEZ PAS de rallonge avec un modèle
à 230/208 Volts.
UTILISATION DE RALLONGES—modèles à 115 Volts uniquement
LISEZ ET SUIVEZ SOIGNEUSEMENT CES CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ.
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A propos des commandes du climatiseur.
Commandes
Touche d’alimentation
Met le climatiseur en position de marche
ou d’arrêt. L’écran affiche la température
de la pièce lorsque l’appareil est mis en marche.
Affichage
Affiche la température de la pièce ou le temps
restant avant la mise en marche ou l’arrêt de
l’appareil. Affiche la température de réglage lors
de la programmation de la température pour les
modes Cool (refroidissement) ou Energy Saver
(economie d’energie). Le témoin lumineux Set
(programmé) s’allume lors du réglage.
REMARQUE : L’écran affichera la température
de la pièce à la fin des réglages. Pour rappeler
la température réglée, appuyez sur les touches
Temp Increase (augmentation température) ▲
ou Decrease (réduction de la température) ▼.
Touches Temp Increase (Augmentation
temp rature) ▲/ Decrease (R duction
de la temp rature) ▼
Sont utilisées pour programmer la température
dans les modes Cool ou Energy Saver. Le témoin
lumineux Set s’allume lors du réglage. Appuyez
sur les touches augmentation et réduction
au même temps pendant 5 secondes pour
changer l’affichage entre Fahrenheit et Celsius.
Touches Delay Timer Increase (Augmentation du
d lai) ▲/ Decrease (Diminution du d lai) ▼
Chaque fois que vous effleurez les touches
Increase ▲/Decrease ▼sur l’appareil ou
de la télécommande, vous programmez la durée
du délai lors de l’utilisation de la minuterie
Delay 1-24hr (délai de 1-24h). Le témoin
lumineux Set s’allume lors du réglage.
Touche de vitesse du ventilateur
Sont utilisées pour régler la vitesse du ventilateur
de l’appareil sur Low (faible), Med (moyenne),
High (elevée) ou Auto (automatique).
REMARQUE : Sur la télécommande, utilisez
le touche Fan (ventilateur) pour régler la vitesse
du ventilateur sur Low,Med,High ou Auto.
Touche Mode
Est utilisée pour programmer le climatiseur
sur les modes Cool ,Energy Saver ou Fan
(ventilateur).
Touches de D lai
Delay ON (d lai de mise en marche)—Lorsque
le climatiseur est éteint, il peut être programmé
pour démarrer automatiquement dans un délai
de 1 à 24 heures à ses réglages précédents
(mode, vitesse du ventilateur).
Delay OFF (d lai d’arrêt)—Lorsque le climatiseur
est en fonctionnement, il peut être programmé
pour s’arrêter automatiquement dans un délai
de 1 à 24 heures.
Comment le programmer :
Appuyez sur la touche Delay 1-24hr (Délai de 1 à
24 heures) de l’appareil ou de la télécommande.
Chaque fois que vous effleurez les touches
Increase ▲/Decrease ▼sur l’appareil ou de la
télécommande, vous programmez la durée du
délai par intervalle de 1/2 heure jusqu’à ce que
le temps atteigne 10 heures; puis il
augmentera par intervalle de 1 heure. Le
témoin lumineux Set s’allume lors du réglage.
Pour connaître le temps restant sur la minuterie
Delay 1-24hr, appuyez sur la touche Delay 1-24hr
de l’appareil ou de la télécommande. Utilisez les
touches Increase ▲/Decrease ▼sur l’appareil
ou de la télécommande pour programmer un
nouveau délai si nécessaire.
Pour annuler la minuterie, appuyez sur la touche
Delay 1-24hr jusqu’à ce que le voyant lumineux
sur la touche Delay 1-24hr s’éteigne.
Les fonctions et l’aspect peuvent varier
Les témoins lumineux à côté des touches à effleurement sur le tableau de commandes du climatiseur indiquent les réglages sélectionnés
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TélécommandeCommandes du Climatiseur
Le témoin indique que l’appareil
est en mode Programmation de
la température ou du délai.
Le témoin
lumineux indique
que la minuterie
est programmée.
(sur certains modèles)
NOTE : L’écran affiche toujours la température
de la pièce sauf lorsque vous programmez la
température ou la minuterie.
Augmentation et Réduction du
délai et de la température
programmée Mise en marche
de l’appareil ON/OFF
marche/arrêt)
Délai 1–24hr
Sélection du mode
Marche/Arrêt
automatique et
Réduction/Augmentation
de la vitesse du
ventilateur