GE AVS10 Training manual

AkCondtiioner
Contents
Adapter Plug
7 Model and Serial Numbers 2
Air Direction
4 Problem Solver
6
Air Filter
5
Safety Instructions 2
Appliance Registration
2
User Maintenance Instructions 5
Care and Cleaning
5 Warranty Back Cover
Condenser Coils
5
Consumer Services 11
Control Settings 3,4
Electrical Requirements
7
Energy-Saving Tips
6
Extension Cords
7
Grille and Cabinet 5
Grounding 7
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Installation Instructions 7-9
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Help us help you...
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 model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label behind
the air discharge louvers. They’ll
be easier to read if you shine a
flashlight on them or remove the
front grille. See page 5.
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 dam~ed
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 on
page 6. It lists causes of minor
operating problems that you can
correct yourself.
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hportant Stiety
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Read all instruction before
usi~ this appliance.
When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
s 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 7.
● Never uuplugyour air conditioner
by pulling on the power cord.
Always grip plug firdy and pull
straight out from the receptacle.
Q 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 mating 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 TH~E
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, Kentucky 40225
FINALLY, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, Illinois 60606

Opemti~ Your Air Conditioner Controk
LO COOL
■
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FAN & ‘- s MEO COOL
/SELECTOR
OFF ●
● HI COOL
Selector Switih
OFF turns air conditioner off.
* FAN provides low fan speed
operation without cooling.
*Forfan only operation, Energy
Saver Switch must be in the NORM
position.
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.
Note: If the air conditioner is
shut off, wait at least two minutes
before restarting it.
Thermo*t Control
When you turn the Thermostat
Control to the desired setting, it
will automatically control the
temperature of the indoor air. The
higher the number selected, the
cooler the indoor air will be.
CLOSEO ●
VENTIMTIOB
● OPEN
Ventilation Control
When the Ventilation Control is at
the CLOSED position, the vent
door is closed and only tie air
inside the room can be circulated
and conditioned.
Set the control at the OPEN
position and the vent door opens to
allow air, smoke or odors to be
exhausted from the room.
*Ene~y Saver Fan cycle
Switih
SAVE
NORM
—
ENERGY SAVER
This switch controls the fan
operation.
NORM setting allows continuous
fan function, circulating air even
when the compressor has cycled
off and the thermostat setting has
been reached. This setting is
recommended for maximum
comfort.
SAVE setting lets the fan
cycle on
and off with the compressor during
cooling. The fan stops when the
thermostat setting is satisfied. This
setting results in longer off time
and wider variations of room
temperature and humidity. This
setting is normally used when the
room is unoccupied.
*Forfan only operation, Energy
Saver Fan Cycle Switch must be in
NORMposition.
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Opemting Your Air Conditioner Controk (continued)
For normal cooling
1. Set the Selector Switch to MED
COOL.
2. Set the Thermostat Control at
the desired number (usually 5-7 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.
For maximum cooling
1. Set the Selector Switch at
HI COOL.
2. Set the Thermostat Control at
10.
3. Set the Ventilation Control at
CLOSED.
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch at
the NORM position.
For quieter operation
1. Set the Selector Switch at
LO COOL.
When the Thermostat Control is
set on 9 or 10 and the Fan is on,
moisture may freeze on the coils
and prevent the unit from cooling.
If this happens, set the
Thermos@t
Control to a lower number.
2. Set the Thermostat Control at
desired number.
3. Set the Ventilation Control at
CLOSED.
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch at
the SAVE 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 NORM position.
For ni@ttime 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).
For extreme temperatures
For greatest economy and best
performance, we suggest that you
set the Selector Switch at HI
COOL in extremely hot weather.
For ventilation
Whether controls are set for
cooling or fan operation only,
setting the Ventilation Control
at OPEN allows room air to be
exhausted to the outside. This is
helpful in removing stale air,
smoke or odors from the room,
and permits outdoor air to enter
through normal openings in the
house. 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.
To adjust air direction
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AIR DIREHION
Two banks of side-to-side air
direction louvers are controlled by
tabs that let you position each bank
separately to discharge air to the
right, to the left or straight ahead.
UP-AND-DOWN
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AIR DIRECTION
Two banks of up-and-down air
direction louvers are controlled by
tabs that let you position each bank
separately to discharge air up,
down or straight out.
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Care and Cleaning
USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Turn air conditioner off and
remove plug from 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.
Condenser Coils
These 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 GE service
outlet.
~ont Grille Removal
The front grille can be removed to
make the air filter accessible, allow
more thorough cleaning or make the
model and serial numbers easier to
read.
To remove the grille, grasp both
sides and pull forward and up to
free tabs on grille from clamps on
frame and bottom edge of grille
from grooved supports on frame.
To replace the grille, set bottom
edge of grille on grooved supports
on frame and push upper part of
grille back until tabs on grille snap
into clamps on frame.
The air filter behind the front grille
should be
washed at least every 30
days or as often as it needs cleaning.
To remove the filter, first remove
the front grille, then carefully
unhook the filter from the frame.
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.
After cleaning the filter, put it
back into place and replace the
front grille.
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Ene~y-savi~ tips
.
Keep the air filter clean. (See
instructions on page 5.)
. For most efficient cooling, keep
the Ventilation Control in the
CLOSED 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
hea~ 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 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 the outdoor condenser coil
clean. (See page 5.)
. Turn the air conditioner off
before vacations or extended
absences from home.
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Questions?
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PROBLEM
AR CONDITIONER
DOES NOT OPERATE
AIR CONDITIONER
“DOES
N~ COOL
AS IT SHOULD”
OPERATING SOUNDS
WATER DMPPING
OUTSIDE
WATER DWPPING
INSIDE
WATER IN BASE PAN
(ON OUTDOOR SIDE)
POSS~LE CAUSE AND REMEDY
● 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.
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. See instructions on page 5.
. 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
fimace floor registers and cold air returns.
. Ventilation Control maybe set at OPEN
position, allowing hot outside air to enter the
room.
● Cooling coils have iced up. To melt ice, set
the Selector Switch to HI FAN 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.
c Fan runs continuously when Selwtor 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.
c Excess water may overflow in excessively hot
and humid weather. This is normal.
o Air Conditionermustbe ins~le~ level or til~d
slightiy to the outside for proper water disposal.
● This is normal for a short period in areas
with Iitie humidity; normal for a longer
pefiod
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.
U you need more help.. call, toll free:
GE hswer Center”
800.6262000
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Installation Instructions
IMPORTANT: have these instructions with the appliance.
OWNER: Keep these instructions for future use.
Electrical safety—IMPORTANT... please Read Carefully.
How to connect electricity
For personal safety, this
appliance must be properly
grounded.
Electrical requiremen~
U5-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 ,..
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GROUNO
EXISTS BEFORE USE
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 Am
CIRCUMSTANC~, CUT
OR
REMOm THE ~~D
(GROUND) PRONG ~OM
THE POWB CORD.
Use of adapter plug
Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions,
we
strongly recommend against
the use of an adapter plug.
However, if you still elect to use an
adapter, where local codes permit,
a TEMPORARY CONNE~ION
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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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 adapter
ground terminal to
will ou~let 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 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 e-mien cords
not recommended
Because of potential safety
hazards under
cemin 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 having a
grounding-
type plug and outlet and that the
electrical rating of the cord be 15
amp (minimum) and 120 volts.
Window Requirement
This air conditioner is factory-
prepared for installation in standard
double-hung windows with
● actual opening width of ~ ~“
to 39:’
● clear, vertical opening of 16”
minimum from bottom of sash
to stool.
Removal of both left-hand and
right-hand filler panels permits
installation in windows with a
minimum opening width of
24!’
Note: All supporting parts should
be secured to firm wood, masonry
or metal.
Took Needed
● Blade-type screwdriver
● Rule or tape measure
● Level ● Pencil
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Imtallation Imtructiom (continued)
Imtallation in Window
Opening 27X” to 39” Wide
1. Open window. Locate and mark
centerline of window. Mark two
lines 8“ to left and 8“ to right of
centerline.
2. Screw leveling bolt in correct
3/8” threaded hole of support
channel. Depth of window sill will
determine which 3/8” threaded
hole to use.
3. Place support channel over 8“
line of window sill with end against
window stool. Mark window sill
through Locating Hole A in
support channel.
4. Move support channel away
from window stool until Mounting
Hole B is over the mark on the
window sill. Secure the support
channel by driving a Type B wood
screw into the window sill through
Mounting Hole B.
5. Adjust leveling bolt so curved
top of support channel is 1/4”
below the top of the window stool.
This downward tilt toward the
outside prevents water from
entering the room.
Caution: Do not drill a hole in
the base pan. Unit is designed to
operate with approximately 1/2”
of water in the base pan.
6. Repeat steps 3 through 5 for
second set of support channels.
7. Center the air conditioner in the
window opening with the bottom
bar setting behind the window stool.
Do not cover side louvers.
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8. Close window until it touches
behind air conditioner top bar.
Slide
filler panels outward until
they touch window sash tracks. (Do
not release grip on air conditioner
until lower window sash is in
final
position.)
9. Secure filler panels by driving
Type A wood screws into lower
window sash through mounting
holes in top slides.
10. Secure bottom of filler panels
by driving Type A wood screws
into window stool through filler
panel tabs.
U. Cut plastic foam seal to width
of window and install it between
upper and lower window sash.
Installation in Window Openings 24” to 27%” Wide
1. Remove both filler panels from
air conditioner cabinet.
2. Open window. Locate and mark
two lines 8“ to left and 8“ to right of
centerline.
3. Screw leveling bolt in appropriate
3/8” threaded hole of support
channel. Depth of window sill will
determine which 3/8” threaded
hole to use.
4. Place support channel over 8“
line of window sill with end against
window stool. Mark window sill
through Locating Hole A of
support channel.
5. Move support channel away from
window stool until Mounting Hole
B is over mark on window
sill.
Secure the support channel by
driving a Type B wood screw into
the window sill through Mounting
Hole B.
6. Adjust leveling bolt so curved
top of support channel is 1/4”
below top of window stool.
7. Repeat steps 3 through 6 for
second support channel.
8. Center air conditioner in
window opening with bottom bar
setting behind window stool.
9. Close window until it touches
behind air conditioner top bar.
10. Fasten lower window sash to
window frame (use finishing nails,
wood screws or “L” brackets).
U. If filler is required on sides of
air conditioner, cut plastic foam
seal to size and fill both sides.
U. Cut plastic foam seal to width
of window and install it between
upper and lower window sash.
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Wdll Be There
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assurancethatif youever needinformationor assistance
‘rem GE, we’ll be there. Ml you have to do is cdl—toll-free!
GEAnswer Centera
In-Home Repak
Service
800-GE-CARES
A GE Consumer Service professional
will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that’s convenient
for you. Many GE Consumer Service
company-operated locations offer you
service today or tomorrow, or at your
convenience
(7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
weekday> 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Satur-
days). Our facto~-trained technicians
know your appliance inside and out—
so most repairs can be
handed in just
one visit.
Service Contracts
800-626-~4
You can have tie secure feeling bat
GE Consumer Service will still be
there after your warranty expires. Pur-
chase a GE contract while your war-
ranty is still in effect and you’ll receive
a substantial discount. With a
multiple-
year contract, you’re assured of future
service at today’s prices.
Patis andAccessories
800-E6-2002
Individu& qu~led to service their
own
appkances can have needed
parts or accessories sent direcdy to
their home, free
of shipping charge!
The
GE parts system provides access
to over 47,000 parts . . . and dl GE
Genuine Renewal Parts are fully
warranted. WSA, Mastercard and
Discover cards are accepted.
User maintenance instructions
contained in this
booUet cover proee-
dws intended to be performed by
ary user. Other servicing genedy
shodd be referred to qutiled ser-
vice pe~onnel. Caution must be
exercised, since improper servicing
may
muse unsafe operation.
Whatever your question about any GI
major appliance, GE Answer Cente@
information service is available to
help. Your cdl—and your question-
will be answered prornpdy and
courteously And you can
cdl any
time. GE Answer Cente@ service is
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For Customers With
Special Needs...
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Upon request, GE will provide Braillt
controls for a variety of GE appliance:
and a brochure
to assist in planning:
barrier-free kitchen for persons with
limited mobility.
‘Ii) obmin these item
free of charge,
cdl 800.626.2000.
Consumers with impaired hearing
or speech who have access to a TDD
or a conventional teletypewriter may
cdl 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322)
to request information or 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
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 pati of the sealed
mffigemting system (the compresso~
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 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
● Service trips 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 CenteF
800.626.2000
consumer information service
● 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
electricalconnecting facilities.
● Replacement of fuses or
resetting of circuit breakers.
. In commercial locations labor
necessary to move the unit to a
location where it is accessible for
service by an individual technician.
. Failure of the product resulting from
modifications to the product or due to
unreasonable use including failure to
provide reasonable and necessary
maintenance.
. 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.
WARRAN~R IS NOT RESPONSIBLE
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
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
Pub. No. 49-7242
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