GE AVE22 Original instructions

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Safety lnfo_vnation
Adapter Plugs .................... 3
Connect Electricity ............... 2
E×tension Cords ................. 3
Satety Precautions ................ 2
Op_"ating lnstructions ........ 4, 5
Care and Cleaning
Air Fiber ........................ 6
( 4 file and (ease ................... 6
Outdoor (kills ................... 6
Installation Instructions
Through the Wall Installation-
Optional ....................... 15
Window Installation ........... 7-14
Troubleshooting Tips .......... 16
Normal Operating Sounds ....... 16
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..... Back Cover
Product Registration ......... 17, 18
Warranty ....................... 10
AVE12
AVE15
AVEIS
A VE22
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Writethemodelandserial numbershere:
Model #
Serial #
Find tllese numbers on a label on tile
side of the air _on_fitioner and/or on a
label near tlle air disdlarge area. 23-11-2130N-003 49-7411 01-01JR

iMPORTANTSAFETYiNFORMATiON.
READALLiNSTRUCTiONSBEFOREUSING.
For your safe_ the information in _his manual must be followed to minim)o the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injury.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
ij_::_Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner's
Manual.
ij_::_This air conditioner must be properly
installed in accordance wiflr tim Installation
Insm|ctions before it is used.
ijh::_Turn tim mode control OFFmld unplug
your air conditioner belore making rely
repairs or cleaning.
NOTE:Wesmmgly recommend flint any
serxicing be perlbmmd by a qualified
individual.
ij_::;Never unph|g _mr air conditioner by pulling
on the power coM. Alwa_:sgTipplug firmly
and pull straight out flxm_the receptacle.
_ Repair or replace immediately all elecuic
service toms flint have become frayed or
otlmmise damaged. Do not use a tom that
shows cracks or abrasion damage along its
length or at either the ph|g or connector end.
ij_::;For x_)ur safety...@) not store or use
combustible materials, gasoline or other
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 tom of fllis appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (gTounding) plug which mates
with a standaM 3-prong (g_mnding) wall
outlet u_minimize tim possibility of electric
shock hazaM from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician m make st|re the outlet is
properly g_mnded.
V_qmre a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is _xmr personal responsibility and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly g_mnded
3-prying wall outlet.
Tim air conditioner shouM always be
ph|gged into its own indivi(hml elecuical
outlet which has a voltage rating that mat(:hes
tim rating plate.
This provides tim best pe_tbrmance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits
wllich could cause a fire h_aM tiara1
overheated wires.
See tim hlstallation Instructions, Electrical
Requirements section fbr spedfic electrical
connection re(luiremenLs.
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-&WARNING!
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS-115-Voltmodelsonly
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
However, ifyou must use all extension col,l,
it is absolutely necessa Uthat it be a UL-listed,
14 gauge, 3-wi,e g_)unding bpe appliance
extension co**lhaving a g_)unding t)qoeplug
and outlet and that the elecuical rating of tile
coi,l be 15 amperes (minimum) and 125 volts.
_IL CAUTION:
DO NOT use an extension cord with any ofthe
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_x)u must use an adapter, where
local codes pemfit, a temporary connection mW
be made to a properly gTounded 2-prong wall
outlet by use of a UIAisted adapter available at
most local hai,lwa,e stores.
Tile laEger slot ill tile adapter must be aligned
with tile larger slot in the wall outlet to provide
proper polarity in the connection of tile power
(:old.
V_qmndisconnecting tile power co**lfi_)m tile
adapter, aMays hoM the adapter in place with
one hand while pulling tile power co**lplug
with the other band. If this is not done, the
adapter gTound temfinal is veUlikely m break
with repeated use.
If file adapter gTound terminal breaks,
DONOTUSEtile air conditioner until a
proper gTound has been established.
Attachingthe adaptergroundterminalto a waft outlet
coverscrewdoesnotgroundtheapplianceunlessthe
coverscrewis metal,andnot bsulated, andthe wall
outlet is groundedthroughthehousewiring. Youshould
havethecircuitcheckedbya qualifiedelectricianto
makesuretheoutlet isproperlygrounded.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

Aboutthe controlsontheair conditioner.
Features and appearance will vary.
OFF
LOW
COOL
_'_co',
:,&ll i: OL
HEAT _ HEAT
MODECONTROLS
Yourmodel will have one ofthe above type controls.
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4 7 3 6
3 8 2 7
2 9 1 8
TEMPCONTROLS
Yourmodel will have one of the above type controls.
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Controls
oode Controls
HIGH COOLand LOW COOLprovide ( ooling
with (hilt'rent fhn speeds.
HIGHHEATandLOWHEATprovide heating
with different fhn speeds.
FANsetfing pr(Mdes air circulation and
fihefing _dthout (ooling or heating.
NOTE."If youmovethemodecontrolfroma coolsettlbg
toOFFortoa fansetting waitat least3 m/butesbefore
switchingbacktoa coolsettlbg.
Cooling Descriptions
For Normal Cooling-Select HIGH COOLor LOW
COOLwith the temp control at midpoint.
For Maximum Cooling-Select HIGH COOLwith the
temp control at the highest number available
on your knob.
For Quieter &Nighttime Cooling-Select LOW COOL
with the temp control at midpoint.
Heating Descriptions
For Normal Heating-Select HIGH HEATor LOW
HEAT_dth the temp control at midpoint.
For Maximum Heating-Select HIGH HEATwith the
temp control at the lowest number available
on your knob.
For Quieter & Nighttime Heating-Select LOW HEAT
_dth the temp control at midpoint.
TempControls
The temp connol is used to maintain the
room temperature. The compressor will _ycle
on and offto keep the room at the same level
of comti)rt.
In tile Cooling mode, tile higher number
sele(ted, the _ooler the indoor room _dll
be(ome.
In tile Heating mode, tile lower tile number
selected, the warmer the indoor room will
be(ome.

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Additional controls and important information.
Vent Control
When set at CLOSED,only the air inside the room
_fillbe circulated and con(fitioned, When set at
OPEN,some inside air is exhm|sted outside,
On some models, the vent control is located above
the control knobs.
CLOSEDI IOPEN
On some models, tim vent control is located beside
tim air louvers.
Closed
Air Direction
Two levers on each side of tim grille let you
(ontrol tile air direction left or right.
Fingertip pressure on tim tabs ac!jusls tile air
cfirecfion lap or straight ahead,
Do not adjust thelouvers down any lower than
straight out.Air that isblown down will affect tile
thermostat, causing tim air concfitioner to mrn off
befi ne the room is cooled.

Careand cleaningof theair conditioner.
Grille and Case
Turn the air (onditi(mer off and remove the To (lean, use water and a mild detergent.
plug fl'om tile wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use bleach or abrasives.
Outdoor Coils
The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner
sh_mld be checked regularly. If they are clogged
with dirt or soot tile)" may be proti_ssionally slemn
cleaned, a sevvice available tlm)ugh y{)ur GE
service outlet.
AirFilter
The air fiher behind the flont grille should be
checked and cleaned at least eve U30 days or more
otien if necessm T.
Clean tile fiher with winm, soap} water. Rinse and
let the fiher dUbetore replacing it.
CAUTION:DONOToperatetheairconditionerwithout
a filterbecausedirtandlintwi//clogitandreduce
performance.
ToremoveJ
Lift the top of the
..., filter andpull it up
and ouL

Preparingtoinstall the air conditioner.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
BeforeYouBegin
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
the third (ground) prong from the
power cord.
Donot change the plug on the power cord
of this air conditioner.
Aluminum house wiring may present
special problems--consult a qualified
electrician.
ElectricalRequirements
Some models require 115/120-voh a.c.,
60 Hz grounded outlet protected _ith
a 15-amp time delay fllse or dr<uit breaker.
Tile 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the
possibilfly of elecuic shock hazard, If the wzdloutlet
you plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it isy_)ur
responsibilfly to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet,
Some models require 230/20&voh a.c.,
prote_ ted with a time delay filse or (ir_uit
breaker. These models shouM be installed
on their own single brandl dr_uit for best
peffom_an(e and to prevent overloading
house or apmtment _dring dr(uits, whkh
(ouM _ause a possible fire hazard fiom
overheating wires.
ToolsYouWillNeed
>: Fla/-blade screw&iver
!:;_Phillips-head screw&iver
i2 Hex driver or a(!juslable _Tench
i2 Ruler or tape measure
>: Scissors or kniie
i_: Pendl
i;_?I,evel
_i;:Hammer
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Window InstallationInstructions.
Read thesection Preparing to Install the Air Conditioner before beginning,
Parts Included
_o
2sliders
1
__ support brackets Foamtop window gasket
2filler panels
2 case
side seals
--Case
Window
locking
bracket
IP
3/8" slotted
washer
head screws
(4)
3/8" hex-head screws
(6) i 1"screw_s
(4)
Bolts
(2)
5/8" screws
(3) Upholstery
tacks
(4)
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Read completely, then follow step-by-step.
Window Requirements
_; These instructions are fi)r a standard double-
hung xfindow. Y()uxdll need to modifi them fi)r
other types ofxdndows.
iJ_i:;The air concfitioner can be installed without
the accordion panels if needed to fit in a narr()w
wind()w. See tile wind()w opening dimensions
below.
All supporting parts must be secured to firm
_,VO()(1, IllasonI) 7oi" illetal.
Tile electri(al outlet must be xdthin reaOl of the
power cord.
AVE12model
<
167/y"mira
247X'to 39"
(With accordionpanels)
243A"rain.
(Withoutaccordionpanels)
J
mr
AVEI£ AVE18and AVE22models
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1898"min.
263/4" to40"
(With accordionpanels)
261/Z'mill.
(Witllout accordionpanels)
Storm Window Requirements
A storm wind()w fiame will not allow tile air
conditioner to tilt towmds the ou/side and will keep
it fiom &aining properly. To at!just for this, auach
a piece of wood to the stool.
_, Wood
1/2" higher --
than frame A
fSto0i
Stormwindow
frame
WOODPIECES--
WIDTH:2"
LENGTH:I,ong enough to fit inside tile window
fiame.
THICKNES&Todetermine tile thickness, place a
pie(e of wood on the stool to make it 1/2" higher
than tile top ofthe storm _dndow fiame.
Atta(h se(urelyxddl nails or s(rows provided by
the installer.

Window InstallationInstructions.
Remove the Air Conditioner from the Case
[_]on some models, open tile (omrol door and
remove tile s(rew. Remove tile fiont grille.
Keepthis screwto reattach thegrille later
Remove screw
On some models, remove tile air fiher and
the 2 screws behind the fiher. IJfi offdm
fiont grille.
Keepthesescrews to reattach thegrille later.
] Relilove one screw iioii1 ea(Th side of the (Tase.
Keep dmse ground/anti-theti screws sothey
may be replaced at the end of the installation.
Case
Evaporator
cover
Grasp front
flange and
pull forward
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Remove Airconditioner
screw
_] Slide tile air conditioner fiom tile case by
grasping front flange of the evaporator (over
and pulling foiward while bracing tlle case.
NOTE: The air conditioner is very heavy. It may
require two or more people to remove it from
the case.
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