GE AME18 Training manual

Iu se and Care & Installation Guide
Air Conditioner
Contents
Adapter Plug
3
Air Direction 5
Appliance Registration
2
Care and Cleaning
6
Air Filter 6
Grille & Cabinet 6
Outdoor Coil 6
Consumer Services 15
Conwol Settings 4,5
Electrical Requirements
3
Energy-Sating Tips
7
Extension Cords 3
Freezing Up 4
Croundinc
3
Installation Instructions 8-14
Model and Serial Numbers 2,6
Problem Solver
7
Safetv Instructions 2
User Maintenance Instructions 6
Warranty Back Cover
GE Answer Center
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800.626.2000
Model AME18
GE Appliances

Help us help you...
Before using your air
conditioner, read this book
carefully.
It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new air
conditioner properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Write down the mode
serial numbers. and
You’ll find them on a label behind
the front grille on the left-hand
side of the air discharge duct.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your air conditioner. Before
sending in this card, please write
these numbers here:
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your air conditioner.
If you received a damaged
air conditioner...
Immediately contact the dealer (or
builder) that sold you the air
conditioner.
Save time and money.
Before you request service...
Check the Problem Solver
section of this guide. It lists causes
of minor operating problems that
you can correct yourself.
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MPORTANT
SAFETY
~STRUCTIONS
Read all instructions before
using this appliance.
When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
● Use this appliance only for its
intended purpose as described
in this Use and Care Guide.
● This air conditioner must be
properly installed in accordance
with the Installation hstructions
before it is used. See grounding
instructions.
● 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.
● Unplug your air conditioner
before making any repairs.
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.
SAVE THESE
~STRUCTIONS
If you need sertice
To obtain service, see the
Consumer Services page in the
back of this book.
We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write
all the details—including
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

Electrical Safety—MPORTANT...please Read Carefuuy.
How to connect
electricity
For personal safety,
this appliance must be
properly grounded.
Electrical requirements
115-volt models require a 115/120-
volt a.c., 60 hz grounded outlet
protected with
a 15 amp time delay
fuse
or circuit breaker.
The power cord on these models has
a three-prong (grounding) plug that
mates with a standard three-prong
(grounding) wall outlet (Fig. 1) to
minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from these appliances.
PREFERRED ,
METHOD
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INSURE PROPER
GROUND EXISTS
Fig. 1 BEFORE USE
Where a standard two-prong wall
outlet is encountered, it is your
personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with
a properly grounded three-prong
wall outlet.
DO NOT, UNDER ANY
CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT
OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG FROM
THE POWER CORD.
230/208-volt models reauire their
own single branch circui; supplying
230/208-volt a.c., protected with a
time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
This is recommended for best
performance and to prevent
overloading house wiring circuits,
which could cause a possible fire
hazard from overheating wires.
The power cord on these
models
has a 230/208-volt perpendicular,
tandem or large tandem type plug
that mates respectively with a
230/208-volt perpendicular,
tandem or large tandem type wall
outlet. These types of outlets are
available at most hardware stores
230/208-VOLT
MATCHING
PERPENDICULAR TYPE WALL OUTLET
LINE CORD PLUG
REQUIRES 20 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION
230/208-~OLT
MATCHING
TANDEM TYPE WALL OUTLET
LINE CORD PLUG
REQUIRES 15 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION
230/208-VOLT
URGE TANDEM TYPE
LINE CORD PLUG
MATCHING
WALL OUTLET
REQUIRES 30 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION
TEMPORARYMETHOD
(ADAPTER PLUGS NOT
PERMITTED IN CANAOA
ALIGN LARGE
PRO
Fig. 2
BEFORE USE
Whether your air conditioner is
a 115-volt or a 230/208-volt unit,
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.
Use of adapter plug
(115-volt models only)
Because of potential safety hazards
under certain conditions, we
strongly recommend against use
of an adapter plug. However, if
you still
elect to use an adapter,
where local codes permit, a
TEMPORARY CONNECTION
may be made to a properly grounded
two-prong
wall outlet by use of a UL
listed adapter (Fig. 2) available at
most local hardware stores.
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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.
CAUTION: Attaching the adapter
ground terminal to
wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the
appliance unless cover screw is
metal, and not insulated, and wall
outlet is grounded through house
wiring. You should have the circuit
checked by a qualified electrician
to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded.
When disconnecting the power
cord from the adapter, always
hold the adapter with one hand. If
this is not done, the adapter ground
terminal is very likely to break
with repeated use.
Should the adapter ground
terminal break, DO NOT USE
the appliance until a proper
ground has again been
established.
Use of extension cords
Because of potential safety hazards
under certain conditions, we
strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
However, if you still elect to use an
extension cord, it is absolutely
necessary that it be a UL listed 3-
wire grounding type appliance
extension cord and that the current
carrying rating of the cord in
amperes be equal to or greater than
the branch circuit size shown on
the rating nameplate of the
appliance.

Operating Your Air Conditioner Controls
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FAN
MED
ONLY
COOL
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SELECTOR
Selector Switch
OFF turns air conditioner off.
FAN ONLY provides
air
circulation without cooling.
Fc)rjan only operati(m, Energy
Saver Fan Cy~le Switch mu.~t be in
NORMAL
po.~ition.
LO COOL provides cooling with
low fan speed operation.
MED COOL provides cooling
with medium fan speed operation.
HI COOL provides cooling with
high fan speed operation.
THERMOSTAT
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COOLER}
Thermostat Control
When you move the Thermostat
Control to the desired setting, the
thermostat will automatical& control
the temperature of the indoor air.
The higher the number selected, the
cooler the indoor air
will become.
Energy Saver Fan
Cycle Switch
This switch
controls the
fan operation.
NORMAL
setting allows
Freezing up
continuous
fan function,
circulating air
even when the
compressor has
cycled off and
the thermostat
setting has been
L.
ENERGY SAVER
NORMAL
SAVE
;ached. This
Outside air setting is recommended for
temperature
maximum comfort.
dropping
SAVE setting lets the fan cycle on
and off with the compressor during
cooling. The fan stops when the
If
vou notice that your air
therrn;stat setting is-satisfied. This
.
conditioner is not-cooling as it setting results in longer off time
should, it may be that ice has formed
and wider variations of room
on the cooling coils. The ice blocks
temperature and humidity. This
air flow and stops the unit from
setting is normally used when the
cooling the room. This “freezing up”
room is unoccupied.
is a temporary condition that most
often occurs at night when the
Thermostat is set at a higher number
and the Selector is set on LO COOL.
To correct the condition, set the
Selector at HI FAN or HI COOL
and move the Thermostat to the
warmest setting.
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TIMER
Timer Control
(on models so equipped)
When you turn the Timer Control
to the MANUAL setting, the air
conditioner starts immediately and
operates continuously if the
Selector Switch is at any setting
other than OFF.
When used with the Delay
SttiStop Switch, the Timer
Control turns the air conditioner
on or off at preset times.
To delay the start of the air
conditioner anywhere from
1 to 12 hours:
1. Set the Timer Control for the
number of hours you want to delay
the start of the air conditioning
operation.
2. Set the Delay
SttiStop Switch
at DELAY START.
3. Turn the
Selector Switch to —
the desired setting.
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DELAY START
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I DELAY STOP
To stop the air conditioning from
1 to 12 hours later:
1. Set the Timer Control for the
number of hours you want the air ‘
conditioner to operate before
shutting off automatically.
2. Set the Delay SttiStop Switch at
DELAY STOP.
3. Turn the Selector Switch to the
desired setting.

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OPEN VENT CLOSE
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(ON THE LOWER RIGHT SIDE
OF THE DISCHARGE GRILLE)
Ventilation Control
When you move the Ventilation
Control to CLOSE, the vent door
is closed and only the air inside
the room will be circulated
and
conditioned. Moving the control
to OPEN opens the vent door,
allowing a
small amount of indoor
air to be exhausted from the room.
However, cooling effectiveness is
reduced when this control is set at
OPEN, so we suggest you don’t
keep it there long—especially in
hot, humid weather.
For normal cooling
1. Set the Selector Switch at HI
COOL.
2. Set the Thermostat Control at
the desired number (usually 4-6 is
a good starting position). If room
temperature is not satisfactory
after a reasonable time, set the
Thermostat Control at a higher
number for a cooler room or at a
lower number for a warmer room.
3. Set the Energy Saver Switch at
NORMAL position.
4. Set the Ventilation Control at
CLOSE except for brief periods
when you want to exhaust room air
to the outside.
For maximum cooling
1. Set the Selector Switch at
HI COOL.
2. Turn the Thermostat Control
to 10.
3. Be sure the Ventilation Control
is in the CLOSE position.
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch at
NORMAL position.
For quieter operation
1. Set the Selector Switch at LO
COOL position.
2. Turn the Thermostat Control to
the desired number.
3. Be sure the Ventilation Control
is in the CLOSE position.
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch at
NORMAL position.
Note: When the Energy Saver
Switch is at the SAVE position,
changes in the sound level may be
more noticeable than when it’s at
the NORMAL position.
For nighttime operation
During the cooler evening hours,
we recommend that you set the
Selector Switch at LO COOL
for quieter operation and the
Thermostat Control at mid-range
(5 or 6). Be sure the Ventilation
Control is in the CLOSE position,
and set the Energy Saver Switch at
NORMAL or SAVE position.
For extreme temperatures
To adjust air direction
Up and down
The up-and-down air direction
louvers are controlled by tabs that
let you position the louvers to
discharge the air up, down or
straight out.
Side to Side
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CIRCUMIRE
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For fixed side-to-side air
direction, set the Circulaire Switch
to ON until the desired air directior
is obtained, then move it to OFF.
For continuous side-to-side air
circulation,
set the Circulaire
Switch to ON and leave it there.
For greatest economy and best
performance, we suggest you set
the Selector Switch at HI COOL in
extremely hot weather.

Care and Cleating
USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Turn air conditioner off and
remove the plug from the wall
outlet before cleaning.
Grille & Cabinet
Wipe front grille with a clean cloth
lightly dampened with mild liquid
dishwashing detergent. Wash
cabinet with mild soap or detergent
and lukewarm water.
Outdoor Coil
This coil on the outdoor side
of the unit should be checked
periodically
and cleaned if
clogged with dirt or soot from
the atmosphere.
If extremely
soiled, it
may need to be steam
cleaned, a service available
through your GE service outlet.
Front Grille
Remove the front grille if you
need to read the model and
serial numbers.
To remove the grille:
1. Remove air filter from the grille
by sliding it to the right.
2. Remove and save the screw that
holds the grille to the chassis.
3. Press inward on the lower right
side of the cabinet until the
tab is
clear of the slot and
allow the
grille to come toward you slightly.
4. Repeat this process for the lower
left side.
Do not pull the bottom edge
toward you more than 3 inches or
damage to the top 2 tabs of the
grille may occur.
5. Grasp the grille’s lower right
and left corner and carefully lift
straight upward to disengage the
2 top tabs from their slots in the
cabinet front edge.
CABINET
;
To attach the grille:
The grille is attached on the front of
the cabinet by four tabs and
a screw.
1. Remove air filter from the grille
by sliding it to the right.
2. Engage two tabs on the grille’s
top inside edge with two slots in
the cabinet front edge.
3. Press inward on the lower right
side of the metal cabinet at the
location of the slots and then
carefully push the grille in until the
tab engages with the slot.
Do not strike or forcibly hit the
plastic grille or damage to the
tabs will occur.
4. Repeat this process for the lower
left side.
5. Mount the grille on the front of
the cabinet with the screw attached
to the grille during shipping, and
slide the filter back into place.
Air Filter
The air filter behind the inlet grille
should be washed at least every
30
days or as often as it needs cleaning.
To remove the filter, Grasp the tab
on the filter and pull to the right.
Vacuum the filter on the dusty side
to remove light dust. Wash the
filter, cleaner side up, under gently
flowing water to wash out
accumulated dust and lint. If the
filter is very dirty, use a mild
household detergent in the wash
water. Let the filter dry thoroughly
before replacing it.
When replacing the filter, be sure
the word FRONT is facing you as
you slide the filter back into place.
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Energ-Saving Tips
● Keep the air filter clean.
● For most efficient cooling,
keep the ventilation control in
the CLOSE position except
when you want to exhaust air,
smoke or odors from the room.
● Don’ t let the room get too
hot. Whenever possible, turn the
unit on before the room heats up.
When heat is “stored up” in walls,
furniture, rugs and draperies, your
air conditioner takes longer to
produce the desired comfort
condition.
● Keep windows and doors
closed. Cool, dry
air escapes
when they’ re open.
● Keep furnace floor registers
and cold air returns closed. Cold
air
can easily escape through them.
● Don’ t let drapes or furniture
block the top or front
of unit
and restrict air flow when it
is operating.
● It’s best to operate your air
conditioner at high speed during
extremely hot weather.
● Keep the outdoor condenser
coil clean.
● Turn air conditioner off before
vacations or extended absences
from home.
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.= Questions
~ ; Use This Problem Solver
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PROBLEM
AIR CONDITIONER
DOES NOT OPERATE
AIR CONDITIONER
“DOES NOT COOL
AS IT SHOULD”
OPERATING SOUNDS
WATER DRIPPING
OUTSIDE
WATER DRIPPING
INSIDE
WATER IN BASE PAN
(ON OUTDOOR SIDE)
POSSIBLE CAUSE
● Not plugged in. Plug may have been bumped
loose by vacuum cleaner or furniture.
● If plugged in, fuse could have blown or
circuit breaker may have tripped.
● Curtain, blinds or furniture blocking the top or
the front of the air conditioner will restrict airflow.
● Thermostat Control may not be set high
enough. Move the knob to a higher number.
Highest setting should provide maximum
cooling. When Energy Saver Switch is set at
SAVE, temperature range in room will vary more.
● Air filter dirty, should be cleaned at least
every 30 days.
● Room may have been very hot when air
conditioner was
first turned on. Allow time
for it to cool
down.
● Cold air may be escaping through open
furnace floor registers and cold air returns.
● Ventilation Control may be set at OPEN position,
allowing hot outside air to enter the room.
● Cooling coils have iced up. To melt ice,
move the Selector Switch to FAN ONLY and
the Thermostat Control to a lower number.
● Thermostat click, a metallic sound, may be heard
when compressor cycles on and off. This is normal.
● Fan runs continuously when Selector Switch
is in COOL or FAN position. This is normal.
When Energy Saver Switch is set at SAVE,
fan cycles on and off with compressor.
● Excess water may overflow in extremely hot
and humid weather. This is normal.
● Air conditioner must be installed level or tilted
slightly to the outside for proper water disposal.
● This is normal for a short period in areas with
little humidity; normal for a longer period in
very humid areas. Moisture removed from
indoor air drains to rear of cabinet where it is
picked up by a fan and thrown against the
outdoor condenser coil.
If you need more help... call, toll free:
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I INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and
carefully.
lMPORTANT—Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
lNSTALLER—Be sure to leave these
instructions with the consumer.
CONSUMER—Keep these instructions for
future reference.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:
● THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY
GROUNDED. See grounding instructions.
● DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,
CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUNDING
PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.
● WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT USE
AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN ADAPTER
PLUG WITH THIS APPLIANCE.
● DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG ON THE
POWER CORD OF THIS APPLIANCE.
● FOLLOW NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODES
OR LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.
I15V 230V/208V 230V/208V
230 V/208V
15 AMP circuit 20 AMP circuit 15 AMP circuit 30 AMP circuit
“parallel” type “perpendicular<’ type “tandem” type “tandem” type
● If the electrical supply provided does not meet
the above specifications, call a licensed electrician.
● Aluminum house wiring may pose special
problems–consult a qualified electrician.
● This unit requires a separate circuit serving only
this appliance.
WINDOWREQUIREMENTS
● Standard double-hung window with actual
opening width of 29” to 46”.
● Clear vertical opening of 18“ minimum from
bottom of sash to stool.
● Install the air conditioner in a window where
there will be enough clearance around the cabinet
to allow ample circulation of air through the unit.
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29” to 46”
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18“
min.
Note: All supporting parts should be secured to
firm wood, masonry or metal.
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I WINDOW INSTALLATION
TOOLS NEEDED
● Phillips head screwdriver
● Blade-type screwdriver
● Sharp knife or razor blade
Q Rule or tape measure
● Pencil ● Level ● Box wrench
SCREWS FURNISHED
Type A Type B Type C
Qty-7 Qty-3 Qty-8
see samples)
Type D Type E Type F
Qty-3 Qty-2 Qty-4
Type A
screw
\
iller
Type A
screw
screw
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WINDOW INSTALLATION (cont,n.e~,
❑ REMOVEFRONTGRILLE
See Front Grille section.
~ PREPARE CHASSIS.
1. Remove chassis locking bracket and chassis
locking screw with a Phillips head screwdriver.
(Save for reuse.)
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Chassis locking screw
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Chassis locking bracket
2. Remove ground screw and ground wire. (Save
for reuse. )
3. Remove chassis from cabinet using the base pan
as a handle.
~ PREPARE CABINET
+
+ Top mounting rail
Room side +
/ \~abine~top
Type D screw
1. Install top mounting rail onto top of cabinet with
3 Type D screws.
Type B screw Type B
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screw
2. Install bottom sill channel onto cabinet by
inserting notches on channel into slots located on
bottom of cabinet and securing with 3 Type B
screws.
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~ A~ACH WINDOWFILLER PANELS.
1. Slide left window filler panel into top and bottom
mounting rails.
2. Slide retainer panel into window filler panel and
attach to cabinet with 2 Type F screws.
3. Repeat for right side.
Window —
filler panel
Top mounting rail
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❑ INSMLL CABINETIN WINDOM
1. Cut sealing ribbon to window width and stick it
to bottom of the lower window sash.
2. Measure and mark center of window sill to
establish mounting position of cabinet.
3. Install cabinet into opening and center on line
marked on window sill. Put top of cabinet toward
you and lower window sash behind top mounting
rail.
Sealing
ribbon
(ADHESIVE
SIDE)
4. Extend and secure left and right window filler
panels to window sash with Type A screws, one on
each side.
5. Secure top mounting rail with two Type E screws.
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❑ lNS~LL SUPPORTBRACKETS.
1. Install large adjusting bolts into the support
brackets.
2. Select matching pair of holes on bottom flange
of cabinet, just past the outer edge of sill. Attach left
and right support brackets to bottom flange of
cabinet with 2 Type C screws, ensuring that
locations match.
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Match holes for
bracket support
3. Level cabinet
by rotating the
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Window
adjusting bolt.
Cabinet should
be level or have a
1 /8” pitch toward
the outside.
4. Attach a 90°
bracket on each
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side of the bottom
Wood
of the cabinet with
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Sealing
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ribbon
Cabinet
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Type C screws to
secure the cabinet position in the window. If the
window frame is wood, fasten the lower part of the
brackets to the frame with Type A screws.
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I WINDOW INSTALLATION (Continued)
❑ lMSW[[ SASH GASKEZ
Cut foam sash gasket to window width and stuff
between top of lower sash and glass panes of
upper sash Make sure foam gasket IS flush with
top of lower sash
❑ INSMLL SASHLOCK
Install sash Iocktng bracket using Type A screws
Type A
screw
❑ /NSMLL CHASSIS IN CABINED
1. Slide chassis into cabinet. (Make sure tubing on
unit is not touching wall case. )
2. Lock chassis into cabinet by reinstalling chassis
locking bracket and chassis locking screw removed
in Step 2.
Chassis locking bracket
3. Reconnect ground wire removed in Step 2 to
chassis.
4. Remove enough line cord to reach the wall
receptacle.
~ CHECK FOR AIR LEAKS.
Seal small openings around cabinet with gum-type
sealer, provided.
❑ /NS~LL FRONTGR/[LE
See Front Grille section.
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THROUGH-THE-WALL INSTALLATION
THE CABINET MAY BE INSTALLED
THROUGH THE WALL IN BOTH EXISTING
BUILDINGS AND NEW CONSTRUCTION.
lMPOR~NT
● Any side louvers must project on the oudoor
side of the wall.
● The room side of the cabinet must project into
the room at least 1“ from the finished wall.
● The cabinet must be installed level from side to
side and with a 3/8” tilt from front to rear.
TOOLS REQUIRED
● Phillips head screwdriver
● Blade-type screwdriver
● Magnetic stud finder (optional)
● Tin snips
● Handsaw ● Hammer
● Level ● Caulking gun
● Chisel ● Tape measure
[ ● Concrete saw (if installing through a masonry
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wall)
ADDITIONAL MATERIALS NEEDED
(obtain locally)
● 12 # 10 wood screws, 1“ long
● 1 tube high grade caulking compound
● Wooden framing studs
● Lintel, if required, to support bricks or blocks
above opening
● Flashing, aluminum or galvanized steel
❑ PREPARE WALL OPENING.
1. Determine size of opening. Measure width and
height of cabinet and add 1 /8” to each dimension.
2. Choose the wall opening location. Be sure a
power receptacle is (or will be) installed nearby.
3. Make the opening. Frame it to support the
weight of the air conditioner.
Add metal flashing over bottom of frame opening
and 1“ up on sides to reduce the possibility of
moisture entering the area between the inner and
outer wall. The flashing lip should be 1“ wide and
bent down
45: See the illustration, page 14.
❑ PREPARE THE CABINED
1. Remove chassis from cabinet. See W;ndow
Installation, Step 2.
2. With caulking compound or electrical tape, seal
all holes provided in the cabinet for window
installation hardware not used in this installation.
❑ INSMLL CABINETIN WALL.
1. Place cabinet in wall opening.
2. Secure cabinet bottom rail to wooden frame
with two 1“ long #10 wood screws.
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I THROUGH-THE-WALL INSTALLATION (co”t,nue~,
❑ INSWLL CABINETIN WALL (continued).
3. Secure cabinet sides to wooden frame with six
1“ long #10 wood screws and secure cabinet top
to frame with four 1“ long #10 wood screws.
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Drill holes in cabinet sides and top, if necessary for
proper installation. If frame is oversize, use shims to
prevent cabinet distortion.
4. Caulk all four sides on the outdoor side of
cabinet to prevent moisture from getting
through to the interior wall. Use of flashing (a
piece of aluminum or galvanized steel available at
most hardware stores) will further prevent moisture
from getting into interior walls.
5. Install wood trim molding (obtained locally)
around roomside projection of cabinet, if desired.
~ SLIDE CHASSIS INTO CABINEZ
Lift the chassis and carefully slide it into cabinet. Do
not push on controls or finned coils. Make sure
chassis is firmly seated toward rear of cabinet.
❑ INSMLL CHASSIS IN CABINED
See Step 9 of Wtndow Installation.
❑ INS~LL FILTER AND GRILLE
See Care and Cleanlngpage.
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(if required) ‘-
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Wdll Be There
With the purchase of your new GE appliance, receive the
assurance that if you ever need information or assistance
from CTE, we’ll be there. All you have to do is call–toll-free!
GEAnswer Center@
80~6262DD0
In-Home Repair
Service
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(80M32-2737)
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Individuds quafified to service their
ow appliances c~irl hilve rreecled
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User maintenance instructions
contained in this booklet cover proce-
dures intended to be performed by
any user. Other servicing
generdy
shodd be referred to qualified ser-
vice personnel. Caution must be
exercised, since improper
seticing
may cause unsafe operation.
Wlr:ilever yout- qtl~sliorl :il>OLIl :iny (;
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kr Customers With
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YOUR GE ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
WARRANTY
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Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancel led check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor in
your home to repair or replace
any part of the room air
conditioner that fails because
of a manufacturing defect.
FULL-FIVE YEAR WARRANTY
For five years from the date of
original purchase, we will provide,
free of charge, parts and service
labor in your home to repair or
replace any part of the sealed
refrigerating system (the
compressor, condenser,
evaporator and all connecting
tubing) that fails because of a
manufacturing defect.
For each of the above warranties:
Transportation expense to and from
a service shop and shop service
labor if required will be free of
charge.
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for use in the 48
mainland states, Hawaii and
Washington, D.C. In Alaska the
warranty is the same except that it
is LIMITED because you must pay
to ship the product to the service
shop or for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be
provided by our Factory Sewice
Centers or by our authorized
Customer
Care@ servicers during
normal working hours.
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
GENERAL ELECTRIC
COMPANY, GENERAL
ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE,
GENERAL ELECTRIC-HOTPOINT
FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL
ELECTRIC CUSTOMER CARE@
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
● Improper installation. ● Failure of the product resulting
● Service trips to your home to If you have an installation
from modifications to the product or
teach you how to use the product. problem, or if the air conditioner is due to unreasonable use including
Read your Use and Care material.
of improper cooling capacity for the failure to provide reasonable and
If you then have any questions intended use, contact your dealer necessary maintenance.
about operating the product please or installer. You are responsible for ● Failure due to corrosion on
contact your dealer or our providing adequate electrical models not corrosion-protected.
Consumer Affairs office at the
connecting facilities.
● Damage to product caused
address below, or call, toll free: ● Replacement of house fuses or by improper power supply voltage,
GE Answer Centera resetting of circuit breakers. accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
800.626.2000 ●
I n commercial locations labor WARRANTOR IS NOT
consumer information semice necessary to move the unit to a RESPONSIBLE FOR
location where it is accessible for CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
service by an individual technician.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. 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 in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
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Pub No. 49-7270 AME
11-91 CG