GE Appliances AG_18 Operating instructions

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Safety Information
Adapter Plugs ................. 3
Connect Elecuici/y ............ 2
Extension Cords ............... 3
Safety Precautions ........... 2, 3
Operating Instructions "7
Conuol Knob Models ........ 6-
Touch Pad Models ........... 4-5
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter . .................... 8
(,nile and Case ................ 8
Outdoor Coils ................. 8
Installation Instructions
Preparing In Install the
Air Conditioner . .............. 9
Window Installation ....... 10-14
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 15
Norlnal Operating Sounds ..... 16
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ...Back Cover
Product Regisuafion ....... 17, 18
Warranty .................... 19
®Write the model and serial numbers here:
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Find these numbers on a label on the
side of the air conditioner.
AG_18 -l&O00 BTU mode£
A G_24 -24, 000 BTU mode£
3828A20024P 49-7403-3 11-OOJR

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.
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For your safety, the information in this manual must be fo#owed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injury.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
_i::Use tiffs appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner's
Manual.
iJ_i:;This air conditioner **lust be properly
installed in acc(mlance with the Installation
Insmlctions befbre it is used.
iJ_i:;Turn tire nrode control to OR:and unplug
your air conditioner befi)re making any
repairs or deaning.
NOTE:WesUongly recommend flrat any
serxicing be performed by a qualified
individual.
iJ_i::Nex>r unplug _xmr air conditioner by pulling
on the power coixl. Always gTip plug firmly
and pull straight out from the receptacle.
_ Repair or replace immediately all electric
service corxls that have become fiayed 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.
iJhi:;For }_)nr saf:ety...do not store or use
combustible materials, gasoline or odrer
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For
personal safety, this appliance must be properly
grounded.
The power cot,1 of this appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (g_mnding) plug which mates
with a standai,13-prong (g_mnding) wall
outlet m minimize tire possibility of electric
sho& hazai,l from this appliance.
Have tim wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified elecuician to make sure tile outlet is
properly gTounded.
V_qrere a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is _x)ur personal responsibility and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly g_mn(led
3-prong wall oudet.
The air conditioner shouM ahvays be
plugged into its own indMdual electrical
outlet which has a voltage rating that matches
the rating plate.
This provides tire best pe_tbrmance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuiLs
which could cause a fire hazai,l from
overheated wires.
See fire Installation hlsmlctions, Electrical
Requirements section for specific elecuical
connection requiremenLs.
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WARNING!
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS-115-Voltmodelson/)/
Because ofpotential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the _CAUTION:
use of an extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension col,l,
it is absolutely necessa Uthat it be a UL-listed,
14 gauge, 3-wire g_unding type appliance
extension cot,1 having a gTounding type plug
and outlet and that tile electrical rating of tile
cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 125 volts.
DO NOT use an extension cord with any of
the 230/208 volt models.
USEOFADAPTERPLUGS-115-Voltmodelsonly
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use
of an adapter plug.
However, if}xm must use an adapter, where
local codes permit, a temporary connection mW
be **lade m a properly g_mnded 2-prong wall
outlet by use of a UL-listed adapter available at
most local hai,lware stores.
The larger slot in tim adapter must be aligned
with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide
proper polarity in the connection of the power
cord.
V_qmn disconnecting tim power cot,1 from lhe
adapter, always hold the adapter in place wilh
one hand while pulling tim power cord plug
with the other hand. If tills is not done, the
adapter gTound temfinal is very likely to break
with repeated use.
If the adapter gTound temnnal breaks, DONOT
USEtim air conditioner until a proper gTound
has been established.
Attachingthe adaptergroundterminalto a waftoutlet
coverscrewdoesnot groundtheapplianceunlessthe
coverscrewis metal,andnot insulated,andthe waft
outlet isgroundedthreughthehousewiring. Youshould
havethecircuit checkedbya qualifiedelectricianto
makesuretheoutlet is properlygrounded.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe controlsontheair conditioner-modelswith touchpads.
Features and appearance will vary.
- TEMP+
FANSPEED
TIMER MODE
CJRCULAiRE
Air ConditionerControls Remote Control
Controls
oON/OFFPad
Ttnns air (onditioner on and ()ft_
Display
Shows the set temperature or time remaining
on timer.
OMODE
Use to set tile air (ondifioner to COOLor
FANmode.
Increase •/Decrease • Pads
Use to set temperature when in COOLmode.
OFANPad
Use to set the fan speed to LOW(F1),MED(P2)
or HIGH(F3!.
OIRCULAIRE
For continuous side-to-side_tircirculation
(cool settings only), set the ( irculaire s_dt(:h
to ON.
TIMER Pad
ON-When the air (onditioner is off, it can be
set to automatically come on in lto 12 houI's
at its previous setting. Each touch will set tile
time_ in horns.
OFF-When the air conditioner is on, it can be
set to mltomafically turn off in 1 to 12 h{nns.
Each touch will set the timer in hours. After
the timer has been on fin 30 minutes, the
tempex'aune will mlmmafically rise 2°F, and
after another 30 minutes, it will mltomatically
rise 2°F again. The temperaUne will then stW
the same until the timer goes OFF.
To cancel the timer, press the TIMERpad
until the display time disappears.
ORemote ControlSignal Receiver
For fixed side-to-side air direction, set the
Circulaire switch to ONuntil the desired air
direction is obtained, then move it to OFF.
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Remote Control
i_:To ensure proper operation, aim the
remote conuol at the signal receiver
on the air conditioner.
i_:The remote control signal has a range ofup
to 21 feet.
i__Make sure nothing is between the air
conditioner and the remote (:ontiol
that (ould blo(k tile signal.
i__Make suie batteries are fiesh and installed
_orre_ tly-see the Care and Cleaningsection.

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When the air conditioner is turned on, it will
automatically start in the last cool and fan
settings used.
Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner
control panel indicate the selected settings.
COOLMode
Use the #00L mode _dth HIGH(F3),MED(F2)or
LOW(FIt tin1fi)r cooling. Use the INCREASE&/
OECREASEV pads to set the desired temperature
belween 60°F and 86°F in 1°F increments.
A thermoslat is used to maintain the room
temperature. The compressor will (ycle on and off
to keep the room at the set level of comfi)rt. 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."ff theair conditioneris off and isthenturnedon
whileset to COOL,it will take approximately3 minutes
for the compressorto startand coolingtobegin.
CoolingDescriptions
ForNormalCooling-Select the COOLmode and
HIGH(13)or MED(F2)tim with a middle set
temperature.
ForMaximum Cooling-Select the COOLmode
and HIGH(F3)tim with a lower set temperature.
ForQuieter& NighttimeCooling-Select the
COOLmode and LOW(FIttim with a middle set
temperature.
NOTE."If youswitch from a COOLsetting toOFFor to
a fan setting,wait at least3 minutesbeforeswitching
back to a ¢00L setting.
FAN Mode
Use the FANat HIGH(F3),MED(F2)or LOW(FI) to
pr_)dde air circulation and fihering without cooling.
Since tan only settings do not pro)vide cooling,
a temperature setting will not be displayed.
Vent Control
The vent conuol is located on the inside of the air
louvers on the htwer right side.
When set at CLOSE,only the air inside the room _dll
be circulated and conditioned. When set at OPEN,
some inside air is exhm_sted outside.
To open the vent, pull the lever toward you.
To close it, D_sh it in.
A# Direction -Up and Down
Fingertip pressure on the bank of horizontal louvers
at!justs the air direction up or down.
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Aboutthecontrolson theair conditioner-models with controlknobs.
Features and appearance will vary.
OFF
HIGHOIIGH
FAN OOL
LOW _ED
FAN COOL
LOW
COOL
OFF
HI OIHI
FAN OOL
LOW .OW
FAN COOL
MODECONTROLS
Yourmodel will have one of the above type controls.
TEMPCONTROLS
Yourmodel will have one of the above type controls.
Controls
oMode Controls
HIGHCOOL,MED COOLand LOWCOOLpro',4de @
(ooling wifll diflerem fire speeds.
LOWFANor HIGHFANprovides air circulation
and fihering _4fl_out cooling.
NOTE."If youmovetheswitchfromacoolsettlbgtoOFFor to
a fansettlbg,waitatleast3minutesbeforeswitchingbackto
a coolsetting.
Cooling Descriptions
ForNormal Cooling-Se]e( tHIGHCOOLor MED
COOLwith tile temp ( ontrol at midpoint.
ForMaximum Cooling-Select HIGHCOOLwith the
temp (ontrol at tile highest number available on
your knob.
For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling-Select LOW COOL
with the temp control at midpoint.
TempControls
The temp conuol is used to maintain the
room temperature. The compressor will _ycle
on and offto keep the room at the same level
of comfort. When you unn 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 winmet.

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Additional controls and important information.
EnergySaver(onsomemodels)
The energy saver sxdtch controls the fan.
0N-The fire and compressor (ycle on and off
together. This resuhs in xfider xvuiafions of room
temperature and humidi/y. Normally used when
the room is unoccupied.
OFF-The tim tuns all the time, while the
compressor _ycles on and off.
This sMtch nmst be set at OFFinorder/o use
the fan settings (on the mode control).
Vent Control
The vent (onuol is located above the conuol knobs.
When set at CLOSE,only the air inside the room _dll
be circulated and conditioned. When set at OPEN,
some inside air is exhm_smd outside.
To open the vent, pull the lever t_)ward you.
To close it, push it in.
Air Direction -Side-to-Side
CIRCULAIRE(onsomemodels)
For fixed side-to-side air direction, set the
Cir(ulaire swi[ch to 0Nuntil the desired air
direction is obtained, then move it to OFF.
For continuous side-to-side air circulation (cool
settings only), set the Ciwulaire switch to ON.
OFF
CIRCULAIRE
ON
Air Direction -Up and Down
Fingertip pressure on the bank of horizon/al louvers
at!justs the air direction up or down.
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Careandcleaningoftheair conditioner.
Grille and Case
Turn tile air (onditioner offand remove tile plug To (lean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not
fiom the wall outlet before _leaning, use blea_ h or abrasives.
OutdoorCoils
The coils on tile outdoor side of tile air conditioner
should be dm(ked regularly. Ifflmy are dogged
xfith cfirt or soot flmy may be prolessionally steam
cleaned, a se_xfce available flnough your (;E
sect4( e outlet.
Air Filter
The air tiller behind the tiont grille shouM be
checked and cleaned at least eve_y 30 days or more
often if necessal y.
Toremove:
_] Open tile inlet grille upward by pulling out tile
bottom oftim inlet grille.
[_ Using the tab, pull up slightly on tile fiher to
release it and pull it down.
Clean tile fiher wifll winm, soapy water. Rinse and
let tlle fiher dUbefore replacing it.
CAUTION:DONOToperatethe air condifioner without a
filter becausedirt and lintwill clogit and reduceperformance.
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Preparingtoinstall theair conditioner.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
BeforeYou
NOTE TOINSTALLER:Leave these instructions with
the air conditioner after installation is completed.
NOTE TOCONSUMER:Keep this Owner's Manual
and Installation Instructions for future use.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
For personal safe_ 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 quaflfied
electrician.
Some models require 115/120-voh a.c.,
60 Hz grounded outlet protected with
a 15-amp time delay fi_se or dr_uit breaker.
The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the
possibili/y of electric shock hazard. If the w_dloutlet
y,)u plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it isy,)ur
responsibili/y to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Some models require 230/208-voh a.c.,
prote_ ted _dtll a time delay fl_se or dr_uit
breaker. These models should be installed
on their own single brandl cir(uit fi)r best
performance and to prevent overloading
house or ap_ntment wiring (ir(uits, whi(h
(ouM cause a possible fire hazard fiom
(n,erheating _dres.
ToolsYouWillNeed
_:;_l'hillips-head s(rewdfiver
_';Fla/-blade screw&iver
i_?Ruler or/ape measure
>: Sdssors or knite
Pencil
i_?I,evel
i;_?Hammer

Window Installation Instructions.
Parts Included
Top mounting rail Window
X _'_ _ sashseal
Left __._'_> ___
aCpOrdion /_JJJ_ . Foam top /__. __
an__ window__
Frame guide (2) '___ : jj accRighlon
_" _ Sill bracket (2}_ __ panel
Wi__king _ [_ Support bracket (2) _. _
Type A (14) Type B (7)
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Type C (5) Type D (2)
5"Carriage Bolt (2) Lock Nut (4)
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