GE APV04 Training manual

Use and Care &Installation Guide
Air Conditioner
Contents
Adapter Plug
3
Model and Serial Numbers
2
Air Direction
5 Moisture Removal
5
Air Filter
5 Problem Solver 10
Appliance Registration
2 Safety Instructions
2
Care and Cleaning 5
User Maintenance Instructions 5
Condenser Coils
5
Warmn~ Back Cover
Consumer Services
11
(;ontrol Settings 4
Electrical Requirements 3
EnerW-Saving Tips
6
Extension Cords 3
Grille and Cabinet
5
Grounding
3
GE Answer Centerm
Installation Instructions
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800.626.2000
Portable Models
APV04
APV05
APV06
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Help us
help you...
Before using your
air conditioner, read
this book carefully.
It is intended to help you opertite
and maintain your ncw air
conditioner
properiy.
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions,
[f you don’t understand somethit~g
or need more help, write (include
your
phone number):
Consumer
Affuirs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on the
front right-hand side of the dir
conditioner behind the air filter.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card thut came with
your tiir 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...
ln~n]cditi[cly contact the dealer
(or builder) that sold you the air
conditioner.
Save time and money.
Before you request
service...
Check the Problem Solver. It
lists
caLIses 0(’ the minor
opera[ing problems that yOLI
ctin correct yoLIrsel f.
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Important Safety
Instructions -
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
Book.
● This air conditioner must be
properly installed in
accordance with the
Installation Instructions
before it is used. See grounding
instructions on page 3.
● 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 saf’ety. . . 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
INSTRUCTIONS
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
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Electrical Stiety-~PORTANT...PleaSe Read Carefully.
For personal safety, this Use of adapter plug Use of extension cords
appliance must be
(115-volt units)
not recommended
properly grounded.
Because of potential safety
Because of potential safety
The power cord of this appliance is
hazards under certain conditions, we hazards under certain conditions, we
equipped with a three-pr6ng
strongly recommend against use of
strongly recommend against the use
(grounding) plug which mates with an adapter plug.
However, it you still of an extension cord. However, if
a standard three-prong (grounding)
elect to use an adapter, where local
wall outlet (Fig. 1) to minimize the
codes permit, a TEMPORARY
possibility of electric shock hazard
CONNECTION may be made (o u
from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit
checked by a qualified electrician
to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded.
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
T~ THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG FROM
THE POWER
CO~.
properly grounded two-prong wall
outlet by use of
a UL. listed ad~pter
(Fig. 2) available at most local
hardware stores.
TEMPORARY METHOD
(ADAPTER PLUGS NOT
P
N
Fig. 2
BEFORE USE
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 an adapter
ground terminal to wall outlet
cover screw does not
ground
appliance unless cover screw is
metal,
and not insulated, and wall
outlet is grounded through house
wiring. You should have circuit
checked
by a qualified electrician
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
having a
grounding type
ptug and outlet and
that the electrical rating of the cord
be 15 amperes (rninirnurn) and 120
Votts.
to make sire the outlet is properly
grounded.
When disconnecting the power
cord from the adapter, always
hold the adapter with one hand. If
this is not
d;ne, the adapter ground
terminal is very likely to breuk
with repeated USC .
Should the adapter ground
terminal break, DO NOT USE the
appliance until a proper ground
has again been established.
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Operating Your Air Conditioner Controls
COOLER }
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THERMOSTAT
Thermostat Control
(on some models)
When you turn the Thermostat
Control to the desired setting, the
thermostat will automatically
control the temperature of the
indoor air. The higher the number
selected, the cooler the room air
will become.
SELECTOR
Selector Switch
(Appearance may vary slightly)
LO FAN provides low
fan speed
operation without cooling.
HI FAN provides high fan speed
operation without cooling.
OFF turns air conditioner off.
Caution: If air conditioner is shut
off, wait at least two minutes
before restarting it.
HI COOL provides cooling with
high fan speed operation.
LO COOL provides cooling with
low fan speed operation.
For normal cooling For
matium cooling For air circulation and
1. Set the Selector at HI COOL.
1. Set the Selector at H] COOL.
filtering without cooling
2. Set the Thermostat at desired
2. Set the Thermostat at 8.
Set the Selector at LO FAN or
number (usually the midpoint is HI FAN.
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.
For quieter operation
1. Set the Selector at LO COOL.
Inside
2. Set the Thermostat at desired
air hot
and
number.
humid
on the cooling coils. The ice blocks
air flow and stops the unit from
cooling the room. This “freezing
up”
is a temporary condition that most
often occurs at night when the
Thermostat is set on 7 or 8 and the
Selector is set on LO COOL.
Outside air
temperature
To correct the condition, set the
drop~in~
Selector at HI FAN or HI COOL
,-
with the Thermostat at I or 2.
If you notice that your air
conditioner is not-cooling as it
should, it may be that ice has formed
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Air direction
Air direction on the indoor side is
through the front grille and out the
top. Air flow out the top should not
be obstructed by curtains or drapes.
U~ward tilted air discharge vanes
h;lp cool the room evenl~. COOI air
is directed straight up.
Moisture removal
The moisture that your air
conditioner removes from the air
drains to the rear of the cabinet
where it is picked up by a fan and
dispersed against the condenser.
Occasionally, more likely during
start-up, a “pinging” noise may be
heard. This is normal for a short
time in less humid areas and longer
in very humid areas. This method
of moisture removal improves the
operational efficiency of your air
conditioner.
Note: Before moving your air
conditioner to another location, turn
it off and wait 5 or 10 minutes. This
will allow the condensate to drain
from the coil into the base pan.
Then, keeping a firm grip on the air
conditioner, carefully raise the
window and tilt the air conditioner
to the outside to drain the water
from the base pan.
Care and Cleating
USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
~rn air conditioner off and
remove plug from wall receptacle
before cleaning.
Air Filter
The air filter behind the inlet grille
should be washed at least every
two weeks or as often as it needs
cleaning.
On some models the air filter fits
into a
slot at the front of the air
discharge louvers. Remove the
filter by grasping its top corners
and pulling up and out.
reusing. It may be dried by gently
shaking or pressing between
towels. Replace the filter, with the
filter’s front facing you.
Note: Failure to keep the air
filter clean will result in poor
air circulation. DO NOT operate
the air conditioner without a
filter. Dirt and
lint will clog the
evaporator surface, reduce air
flow, possibly cause ice to form
and reduce cooling ability.
Grilles & Cabinet
Wipe grilles with a clean cloth
lightly dampened with mild liquid
dishwashing detergent. Wash
cabinet with mild soap or detergent
and lukewarm water.
Condenser Coils
The coils on the weather side
of the unit should be checked
periodically and cleaned if
clogged with dirt or soot from
the atmosphere.
If extremely
soiled, they may need to be
steam cleaned, a service
available through your General
Electric service outlet.
On some models the air filter
fits in a slot behind an access door
located on the front top of the air
conditioner. Remove the filter by
opening the access door, grasping
the filter and pulling up and out.
ir Filter
Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the
filter on its dusty side or wash
gently with running water. Apply
the water from the cleaner side of
the filter to wash out the dust and
lint. Mild detergent may be used to
clean the filter if it is very dirty.
When the air filter is washed in
water, it must be dried before
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Ener~-sating tips
● Keep the air filter clean.
● 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.
Q Don’t let drapes or furniture block
the front of the 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 outdoor condenser coil
clean.
● Turn air conditioner off before
vacations or extended absences
from home.
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I INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU BEGIM
Read these instruction 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 page 3.
. D O 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.
● This appliance must be supplied with 115V,
60Hz and connected to a properly grounded
branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp
circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.
. If the electric supply provided does not meet the
above specifications, call a licensed electrician.
● Aluminum house wiring may pose special
problems—consult a qualified electrician.
SAVE THE CARTON
For convenient storage of air conditioner during
winter months or when not in use.
~OLSNEEDED
Phillips screwdriver Knife or Scissors
Flat Blade screwdriver Ruler
WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
● standard double-hung window with actual
opening width of 22
x“ to 36!’
● Clear vertical opening of 14 y2° 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.
&’
~
Sash
+
4
+
22 ‘/2” to 36”
14~z”
min.
+
-
stool
t
1
Note: All supporting parts should be
secured to firm wood, masonry or metal.
lNS~LIATION OF LOCATOR
Raise the window sash and remove the handle.
Measure the window sill, side-to-side, and mark
a center line. Secure the locator on the center of
the window sill with the edge against the stool,
using two 1” long screws.
Center Line
Exterior
Wall
(contlnuea next page)
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I INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (..”,,.”,,)
S~RM WIMDOWINTERFERENCE
To overcome storm window interference, securely
attach 2“ wide wood strips to the window stool
and sill (both places), with either nails or screws.
Strips should be as long as window opening width
and flush with back side of the window stool.
Thickness of strips should be determined by
amount of interference.
Air Aluminum
Storm
Window
Wood
Filler
Strips
L
lNSflLLATIONIN WINDOW
1. Center the unit in the window opening.
Keeping a firm grip on the air conditioner,
carefully put the bottom rail between the window
stool and the locator. If the locator is too short to
hold the unit in position, insert a filler strip to raise it.
Bottom
tor
Rail
Strip
ed)
2. Lower the window sash tight against the
sliding panels and the rear of the grille.
Grille
3. Extend sliding panels out from sides of air
conditioner against window frame. Fasten each
to sash and window stool with screws.
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lNS~LLATION OF GASKET
Cut the foam sash-gap gasket to the window
width and “stuff” between the top of the lower
sash and glass panes of the upper sash for a seal.
\Sash Gasket ,
REMO~L FROM WINDOW
1, Turn the air conditioner off and
disconnect power cord.
2. Remove foam sash-gap gasket from
between windows.
3. Remove screws securing the sliding
panels to the lower sash and window stool.
Close sliding panels.
4. Keeping a firm grip on the air conditioner,
raise sash and carefully “rock” air conditioner
backward to drain the major portion of any
condensate water in the base of the unit. Carefully
lift the unit from the window to avoid spilling
any remaining water. Store parts for re-use with
the air conditioner.
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Questions?
= Use This Problem Solver
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PROBLEM
AIR CONDITIONER
DOES NOT OPERATE
AIRCONDITIONER
“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 front of the air conditioner will restrict air flow.
● Thermostat Control may not be set high enough. Turn knob to a higher number.
Highest setting should provide maximum cooling.
● Air filter dirty, should be cleaned at least every 2 weeks.
● Room may have been very hot when air conditioner was first turned on.
A11ow time for it to cool down.
● Cold air may be escaping through open furnace
floor registers and cold air returns.
● Cooling coils have iced Lip. To melt ice, set the Selector Switch to HI FAN
or
H] COOL with the Thermostat Control to 1 or 2.
. Thermostat click, a metal
I ic 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.
● Excess water may overflow in excessively hot and humid weather.
This is normal.
● Air conditioner must be installed level 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:
GE Answer Center
n
’
800.626.2000
consumer information service
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YOUR GE ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or cancelled check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and sewice labor to
repair or replace
any pafl of the
room ajr conditioner that fails
because of a manufacturing defect.
LIMITEDFIVE-YEARWARRANTY
For five years from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor to
repair or replace the compressor if
it fails because of a manufacturing
defect.
For each of the abOve warranties:
To avoid any charges you must
take the room air conditioner to a
General Electric Factory Service
Center or a General Electric
Customer Care
(H
’ servicer and pick
it up following service. In-home
service is also available, but you
must pay for the service technician’s
travel costs to your home.
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for use in the 48
mainland states, Alaska, Hawaii
and Washington, D.C.
All warranty service will be
provided by our Factory Service
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’” SERVICE.
WHAT IS NOT COVERED
● Improper installation. ● Failure of the product resulting
● Service trips to your home to
teach you how to use the product.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or
our Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000
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.
● Replacement of fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
from modifications to the product or
due to unreasonable use including
failure to provide reasonable and
necessary maintenance.
● Damage to product caused
by improper power supply voltage,
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRANTOR IS NOT
RESPONSIBLE FOR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
consumer information sewice
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
va~ 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:GeneralElectricCompany
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
This book IS pr;nted on recycled paper
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APV04
APVOr
APVO~

This sheet is an addition to your Use & Care and Installation
Instruction Guide. Please keep it with your Guide.
to remove front cabinet: 4. After freeing the upper part
1. Disconnect power by
of the cabinet, grasp it at the
unplugging the unit or turning
bottom on both sides and pull
off the power at the fuse box or
to remove it.
circuit breaker.
2. Remove air filter.
3. Slide a putty knife or ordinary
table knife under the upper top
edge of the cabinet front. Gently
push up the corner and pull it
forward to free the corner. Repeat
on the other side to free the
opposite corner.
Upper top edge
cornel
here
Cabinet /
Part No. 23-11-11 -22NOOI
Pub. No. 49-7272
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Cabinet
To replace front cabinet:
1.
Put the cabinet over the unit,
press it on at the bottom and then
at the top.
2. Replace filter.
3. Reconnect power.
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This sheet is an addition to your Use & Care and Installation
Instruction Guide. Please keep it with your Guide.
to remove front cabinet: 4. After freeing the upper part
1. Disconnect power by
of the cabinet, grasp it at the
unplugging the unit or turning
bottom on both sides and pull
off the power at the fuse box or
to remove it.
circuit breaker.
2. Remove air filter.
3. Slide a putty knife or ordinary
table knife under the upper top
edge of the cabinet front. Gently
push up the corner and pull it
forward to free the corner. Repeat
on the other side to free the
opposite corner.
Upper top edge
cornel
here
Cabinet /
Part No. 23-11-11 -22NOOI
Pub. No. 49-7272
1-92 CG
11 . f,,, ,’,
Cabinet
To replace front cabinet:
1.
Put the cabinet over the unit,
press it on at the bottom and then
at the top.
2. Replace filter.
3. Reconnect power.
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