GE AVX07 Operating instructions

23-11-2111N-003 49-7413 01-01 JR
Air Conditioners
Safety Instructions
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Connect Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Operating Instructions . . . . . .5, 6
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation Instructions . . .8–13
Casement Window
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Horizontal Sliding
Window Installation . . . . . . . .9–12
Preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .14
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . .14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . .Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
AVX07
AVX08
AVX10
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
www.GEAppliances.com
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # ________________________
Serial # ________________________
Find these numbers on a label near
the air discharge area and/or on a label
on the side of the air conditioner.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
■ Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner’s
Manual.
■ This air conditioner must be properly
installed in accordance with the
Installation Instructions before it is used.
■ 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.
■ Turn the mode control to OFF and unplug
your air conditioner before making any
repairs or cleaning.
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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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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 cord of this appliance is equipped
with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall
outlet to minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,
it is your personal responsibility and
obligation to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
The air conditioner should always be
plugged into its own individual electrical
outlet which has a voltage rating that matches
the rating plate.
This provides the best performance and also
prevents overloading house wiring circuits
which could cause a fire hazard from
overheated wires.
See the Installation Instructions,
Electrical
Requirements
section for specific electrical
connection requirements.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
Because of potential safety hazards under
certain conditions, we strongly recommend
against the use of an extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension cord,
it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed,
14 gauge, 3-wire grounding type appliance
extension cord having a grounding type plug
and outlet and that the electrical rating of the
cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 125 volts.
CAUTION:
DO NOT use an extension cord with any of
the 230/208 volt models.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS – 115-Volt models only
Because of potential safety hazards under
certain conditions, we strongly recommend
against the use of an adapter plug.
However, if you must use an adapter, where
local codes permit, a
temporary connection
may be made to a properly grounded 2-prong
wall outlet by use of a UL-listed adapter
available at most local hardware stores.
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.
When disconnecting the power cord from
the adapter, always hold the adapter in place
with one hand while pulling the power cord
plug with the other hand. If this is not done,
the adapter ground terminal is very likely to
break with repeated use.
If the adapter ground terminal breaks,
DO
NOT USE
the air conditioner until a proper
ground has been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall
outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance
unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated,
and the wall outlet is grounded through the house
wiring. You should have the circuit checked by a
qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is
properly grounded.
USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS – 115-Volt models only
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Controls
Mode Control
HI COOL, MED COOL and LOW COOL provide
cooling with different fan speeds.
LOW FAN or HI FAN provides air circulation
and filtering without cooling.
NOTE: If you move the switch from a cool setting to
OFF or to a fan setting, wait at least 3 minutes
before switching back to a cool setting.
Cooling Descriptions
For Normal Cooling —Select HI COOL or
MED COOL with the temp control at 5 or 6 .
For Maximum Cooling —Select HI COOL with
the temp control at 10 .
For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling —
Select LOW COOL with the temp control
at 3 or 4 .
Temp Control
The temp control is used to maintain the
room temperature. The compressor will
cycle on and off to keep the room at the
same level of comfort. When you turn 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 warmer.
MODE CONTROL TEMP CONTROL
OFF
HI
FAN
LOW
COOL
MED
COOL
HI
COOL
LOW
FAN
1
2
3
4
56
7
8
9
10
C
O
O
L
E
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About the controls on the air conditioner.
Additional controls and important information.
Exhaust Control
When set at CLOSED , only the air inside the room
will be circulated and conditioned. When set at
OPEN , some inside air is exhausted outside.
OPEN
CLOSED
Air Direction
The air direction tabs are located at the top on
either side of the front grille. The tabs let you
control the air to the left, right or straight ahead.
To adjust it up or down, move the bank of louvers.

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Care and cleaning of the air conditioner. www.GEAppliances.com
Air Filter
The air filter behind the inlet grille should be
checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more
often if necessary.
To remove the inlet grille and the air filter:
Grasp both sides near the top of the inlet grille
and pull forward. The inlet grille will pivot
forward to reveal the air filter.
Unhook the filter from the tabs.
Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse
and let the filter dry before replacing it.
Replace the inlet grille.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a
filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance.
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3
2
1
Outdoor Coils
The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner
should be checked regularly. If they are clogged
with dirt or soot they may be professionally steam
cleaned, a service available through your GE
service outlet.
Grille and Case
Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug
from the wall outlet before cleaning.
To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not
use bleach or abrasives.
Inlet grille
Air filter
Tabs

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Preparing to install the air conditioner.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions
with the air conditioner after installation is
completed.
NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Owner’s
Manual and Installation Instructions for future
use.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
For personal safety, 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 qualified electrician.
Before You Begin
Some models require 115/120-volt a.c.,
60 Hz grounded outlet protected with
a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit
breaker.
The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the
possibility of electric shock hazard. If the wall
outlet you plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it is
your responsibility to have it replaced with a
properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Some models require 230/208-volt
a.c., protected with a time delay fuse
or circuit breaker. These models
should be installed on their own single
branch circuit for best performance
and to prevent overloading house
or apartment wiring circuits, which
could cause a possible fire hazard
from overheating wires.
Electrical Requirements
■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ Ruler or tape measure
■ Scissors or knife
■ Pencil
■ Level
■ Drill and 1/8″bit
Tools You Will Need

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Horizontal sliding window installation instructions.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Parts Included
1
2
3
4567
3
9
10
TEMPMODE
OFF
HI
COOL
HI
FAN
LOW
FAN
LOW
COOL MED
COOL
OPEN
CLOSED
Leveling bolt & nut
Window stopping
clips (2)
Filler panel
Foam window side gasket
Type A (2)
Washer and nut (2)
Type B (2) Type C (7)
Support angle
Air conditioner
Sill plate
Top retainer bar
Adhesive back foam seal (3)
Support platform

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Horizontal sliding window installation instructions.
Read completely, then follow step-by-step.
Window Requirements
■These instructions are for a horizontal sliding
or a casement window.
■The electrical outlet must be within reach of the
power cord.
Horizontal sliding window
■ For installation in a casement window, the
window frame assembly and the side of the
building must be adequate to support the
weight of the air conditioner.
Casement window
(See Casement Window Installation Instructions)
21″
min.
401⁄2″
max.
151⁄2″
min.
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Prepare the Window and the Support Bracket
Attach the support platform to the sill plate
with 3 type C screws. Loosely attach the
support angle to the bottom of the support
platform using 2 type A screws with washers
and nuts.
Attach the leveling bolt and nut.
Place the sill plate against the lower window
track and firmly against the vertical side edge
of the window frame. Attach the sill plate to
the window stool using 2 type B screws.
NOTE: To overcome interference of the support platform
with the window track or storm window, securely attach a
2 ″ wide shim strip to the window sill. This strip should be
as long as the width of the support platform and flush with
the back edge of the sill. The thickness of the strip should
be controlled by the amount of interference.
Pull the support angle against the outside wall
and tighten the screws on top of the support
platform. Adjust the leveling bolt so the
support platform is level. This will allow the
air conditioner to tilt slightly for proper
drainage. Tighten the nut.
NOTE: DO NOT drill a hole in the bottom of the pan.
The air conditioner is designed to operate with the
bottom of the pan approximately half-full of water.
D
C
B
A
2
211/2″ min.
153/4″
min.
171/2″
max.
Sill plate
3 type C screws
Vertical side edge
Type A screws
with washers
& nuts
Support platform
Support angle
Leveling bolt and nut