GE Zoneline 3200 User manual

OZoneline Series
Heat Pump Model 3200
Heat/Cool Model 2200
Zoneline
Owner's Manual
Important Safety information
Operating Instructions
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Installation Instructions
Helpful Information
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we believe in dependable service.
You'll see it in this easy-to-use
manual and you'll hear it in the
friendly voices of our customer
service department.
the comff)rt of your Zoneline.
That's important, because your
new Zoneline will be part of your
family for a long time.
Before using
yo_g
Zoneline
Staple your receipt to the inside back
cover of this manual You will need it
to obtain service under warranty.
Write down the model and serial
numbers here. They are on a label
behind the room cabinet on the
base pan.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
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help you
800.626.2000
Befi)re you call for service,
there are a few things you can
do to help us serve you better.
Read this manual It contains
instructions to help you use and
maintain your Zoneline properly.
Save time and money. Check the
section titled ff Something Goes
Wrong before calling. This section
was designed to solve common
problems that might occur.
If you do need service, you can
relax knowing help is only a phone
call away. Toll-free customer service
numbers are included in the back
of this manual. Or call the GE
Answer Center ® at 800.626.2000,
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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READ ALL SAFE TY INFORMA TION
BEFORE USING
• This Zoneline must be properly • Unplug or disconnect the
installed in accordance with the Zoneline at the fuse box or
Installation Instructions before it circuit breaker before making
is used. See pages 10-12.
• Repair or replace immediately
all electric service cords that have
become ficayed or otherwise
damaged.
SAVE
any repairs.
NOTE:We strongly recommend
that any servicing be pertbrmed
by a qualified individual.
THE SE INS TR UCTI ONS
For details see the Installation
Instructions in the back of this
manual.
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The
controls
On yO! T
Zoneline
TEMP CONTROLS MODE CONTROLS
STOPt
LOW•
HEAT
HIGH
LOW
FAN HIGH
•FAN
DLOW
COOL
HIGH
ATempControl
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 COOLER
(blue) the indoor air will become cooler. Turn
the knob to WARMER (red) and the indoor air
will become warmer.
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When the outdoor temperature is lower than
25°F., heat is provided by the electric heater in
the air conditioner instead of by the heat pump.
AMode Control
HiGH COOLand LOW COOLprovide cooling with
different fan speeds.
HiGH HEATand tOW HEATprovide heating with
different fan speeds.
LOW FAN or HIGH FANprovides air circulation
and filtering without cooling or heating.
NOTE:
ff you move the switch from acool or heat
setting to STOP or to a fan setting, the unit has
an automatic 3=minute delay before allowing the
compressor to restart in the cool or heat mode.

EnergyTip
Louverscrews
Vent
control
Removethe room cabinet and
flip the louvers to change the air direction.
AVentilation Control
The ventilation control lever is located at the
lower left side of the Zoneline unit, behind the
room cabinet.
When set at CLOSE, only the air inside the room
is circulated and filtered.
When set at OPEN,some outdoor air will be
drawn into the room. This will reduce the
heating or cooling egiciency.
Air Direction
To adjust the air direction, remove the room
cabinet. Remove the 7 louver screws that
hold the louvers in place. Flip the louver
section 180 °, replace the screws and the
room cabinet.
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Other Zoneline features
Heat pumps can save money by
removing heat from the outside
air-even when the outside
temperature is below freezing-
and releasing that heat indoors.
To get the best performance from
your heat pump, don't change the
room thermostat vet y often.
Raising the heat setting 2-3
degrees will cause the Zoneline to
use its electric heating elements in
order to reach the new temperature
setting quickly.
There is a three minute minimum
compressor run time at any setting
to prevent short cycling.
The indoor fan motor starts before
the compressor and stops after the
compressor cycles off.
The electric heating elements use
much more electricity than heat
pumps and cost more to operate.
Additional controls are located
behind the room cabinet.
To remove: Pull out at the bottom to
release it from the tabs. Then lift up.
To replace: Place the tabs over
the top rail. Push inward at the
bottom until it snaps into place.

The auxilia[ T controls are located behind the room cabinet on the front of
the unit control box. The factory settings will be in the DOWNposition. The
owner is responsible for checking switches and ensuring they are in the
desired position.
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Auxiliary Controls
Down--Continuous Fan
Up--Cycle Fan
The fan switch #2 is located behind
the room cabinet.
This switch is set at continuous fan
(DOWN) at the factory to provide
continuous fan operation in cool
or heat modes. Leaving the switch
in the continuous fan setting allows
continuous circulation of room air
and will resuh in a more balanced
temperature throughout the room.
If you want the fan to cycle on
and offwith the compressor or
with the heater, move the switch
to cycle fan (UP).
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Switch #6 controls the Freeze
Sentinel. When the switch is DOWN,
the Freeze Sentinel automatically
turns on the resistance heater and
fan if the room temperature (sensed
at the unit) drops to approximately
40 ° F. It will turn the heater offwhen
the temperature reaches about 45 ° F.
The unit leaves the factory with
the Freeze Sentinel in the DOWN
(on) position.
The Freeze Sentinel helps prevent
plumbing damage in the room due
to sub-freezing temperatures.
If the Freeze Sentinel is set, it is
active as long as power to the
unit is on.
NOTE: The owner is responsible for
checking the Freeze Sentinel switch
and ensuring it is in the desired
setting. 7

&Cleaning
Turn the Zoneline off and discon-
nect the power supply.
To clean, use water and a mild
detergent. Do not use bleach or
abrasives. Some commercial
cleaners may damage the plastic
parts.
The coils on the outdoor side of
the Zoneline should be checked
regularly. If they are clogged with
dirt or soot they may be profes-
sionally steam cleaned, a seiMce
available through your GE seiMce
outlet. You will need to remove
the chassis to inspect the coils
because the dirt build-up occurs
on the inside. Clean the outside coils
regularly.
In some installations, dirt or other
debris may be blown into the unit
from the outside and settle in the
base pan (the bottom of the unit).
In some areas of the United States
a "jell-like" substance may be seen
in the base pan.
Check it periodically and clean it
out, if necessai T.

Dirty filter-Needs cleaning
Turnthe Zoneline off before cleaning.
The most important thing you can
do to maintain the Zoneline is to
clean the filter at least every 30
days. Clogged filters reduce cool-
ing, heating and air flow.
Keeping these filters clean will:
•Decrease cost of operation.
•Save energ T.
•Prevent clogged heat exchanger
coils.
•Reduce the risk of premature
component failure.
To clean the ah"filters:
•Vacuum off the heavy soil.
• Run water through the filters.
•Dry thoroughly before replacing.
To remove the air filters:
2air filters
To replace the air filters:
Push
down
clogged filter.Greatly
reduces cooling, heating ....
and airflow.
CAUTION:
DO NOT operate the Zoneline without
the filters in place, ff afilter becomes
torn or damaged it should be
replaced immediately.
Operating without the fibers in
place or with damaged filters will
allow dirt and dust to reach the in-
door coil and reduce the cooling,
heating, airflow and efficien W of
the unit.
Replacement filters are available
from your salesperson, GE dealer,
GE Se_vice and Parts Center
or authorized Customer Care ®
servicers.
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Read carefully
Ifyou have any questions, call the GEAnswer Center at 800.620.2000.
Check the "Essential
Elements" label for
important information.
•Use the correct wall case.
This chassis is designed to be installed in a GE
plastic or insulated metal wall case. This mini-
mizes condensation from forming on the room
side of the case. If the current wall case is not
insulated, you can reduce the possibility of
condensation forming by installing insulation
kit RAK901L, available where you purchased
the chassis.
•Use the correct outdoor grille.
You should use the outdoor grilles shown on
the "Essential Elements" label on the top of
the chassis.
• If an existing grille is not replaced, capacity and
efficiency will be reduced and the unit may fail
to operate properly or fail prematurely. A
deflector kit, RAK40, may be used with grilles
that were not designed for your new GE
Zonelines. The RAK40 contains air deflectors
and gaskets that mount to the chassis to direct
the hot exhaust air away from the air intake to
allow the unit to fimction properly. The grille
must have a 65% minimum free area.
Any vertical deflectors in the existing rear grille
should be removed to decrease condenser air
recirculation which can cause the unit to
"short-cycle" and lead to premature compo-
nent failure.
•Replacing a ducted chassis.
New ducted installation--ff this unit is to be
installed in a new ducted application using a
duct adaptor kit, the kit must be installed before
the chassis is placed in the wall case. The installa-
tion instructions are packed with the kit.
Mounting
plate
Existing ducted installation--Replacement of an
existing ducted unit may require different com-
ponents. Request this information from your
sales representative.
•Replacing 230/208 volt units.
See page 12.
•Replacing 265 volt units.
See page 13.
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Important Electrical Safety-Read Carefully
Installer: Leave these instructions with the Zoneline.
Owner: Keep these instructions for future use.
•Follow the National Electrical C(_ )de (NEC) or
local codes and ordinances.
•For personal safety, this Zoneline must be prop-
erly grounded.
• Protective devices (fllses or circuit breakers)
acceptable fi_r Zoneline installations are speci-
fied on the nameplate of each unit.
,_ CAUTION:
•Do not use an extension cord with this uniL
•Aluminum building wiring may present special
problems--consult a qualified electrician.
•When the unit is in the STOP position there is still
voltage to the electrical controls.
•Disconnect the power to the unit before servicing
by:
1 Removing the power cord (if it has one) from the
wall receptacle.
or--
2 Removing the branch circuit fuses or turning the
circuit breakers off at the panel
zone i.Components
YOU WILL NEED: • Phillips screwdriver
Exterior grille/louver** Wall case** Zoneline unit Room cabinet*
*Shipped with the Zoneline unit
**Check the "Essential Elements" list on the unit
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1Remove the room cabinet.
2Connect to electrical power.
3See the special instructions below fi)r
applicable supply voltages.
4Reinstall the room cabinet.
23_ iloItEIectrical_ly
All wiring, including installation of the
receptacle, must be in accordance with the NEC
and local codes, ordinances and regulations.
This unit is equipped with a line cord for
appropriate amperage wall receptacle. See below.
Tandem Perpendicular Large Tandem
15 Amp. 20 Amp. 30 Amp.
Electrical wiring wall outlets 230/208 volts.
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,_ WARNING
Connection of this 265V product to a
branch circuit MUSTbe done by direct
connection to be in compliance with the
National Electric Code. Plugging of this
unit directly into a building mounted
exposed receptacle is not permitted
bycode.
These models must be installed using one of the
following methods:
A Electrical subbase kits are available to provide
aflexible enclosure fl)r direct connection.
Branch Circuit
and Chassis Proper GE
Amperage Rating Subbase Kit
15 RAK204E15
20 RAK204E20
30 RAK204E30
The instructions provided with the selected
subbase kit must be careflflly followed. It is
the responsibility of the installer to ensure
that connection of components is done in
accordance with these instructions and all
electrical codes.
BFor direct connection to branch circuit wiring
inside the provided junction box without using
a subbase kit, the cord is to be cut and the wire
ends stripped and connected as follows.
Steps for preparing cordset for direct connection:
1Remove the junction box cover by taking out
the front four screws.
2
Junction
box cover
Remove the junction box by taking out the top
rear screw. Note how the tab at the lower right
corner of the junction box se_wes to hold the
corner in place. This will help when the box is
being reinstalled. The cord will be coiled up
inside the junction box. Tab on
junction box
Slot in _ I_---------------_
3Measure 6" down the cord from the strain
relief securing the cord to the chassis and cut
the cord through at this point.
4Careflflly split the cord insulation at the center
for 2" so as to separate into three insulated
wires. Be careflfl not to cut through the center
green ground wire insulation.
$Strip 3/4" of the insulation away at the end
of each of the three wires (L1, Neutral and
Ground). The Neutral wire is identified by
molded rib along its entire length. The L1
(Hot) wire insulation is smooth.
n _ Neutral wireStrai (molded rib) _ 3/4'__'
relief --_ wire
L1wire
(smooth)
2"
6"
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Use the round knockout at the bottom of the
junction box to attach conduit coming from
the branch circuit. Remove the knockout,
attach the conduit and bring wires into the
junction box. Leave 6" of wire free at the end
of the conduit to allow connections to be made.
7Ifa fl_se and fl_seholder are to be used, the
knockout at the top of the box is for mounting
a Buss Fuseholder. Be sure the fl_se and
fl_seholder are of the same rating as the branch
circuit. Leadwires at the fl_se can be either
soldered in place or attached using UL-listed
1/4" female (receptacle) crimp connectors.
8Reinstall the junction box by engaging the tab
at the lower rear, aligning the screw hole at the
top and driving the one screw until secure. Be
sure that all wire leads are inside the box and
not pinched between the box and the chassis.
The identified (ribbed) Neutral wire of the
cordset MUSgbe connected to the white
Neutral wire of the branch circuit. The green
insulated ground wire from the chassis
MUSl'be connected to the branch circuit
ground wire.
9Make all wire connections by using
appropriate UL-listed electrical connectors
and techniques (black to black, white to white
and green to green).
10 Careflflly rock all wires and connections back
inside the junction box. Be sure there are no
loose connections or stray uninsulated wires
exposed.
11 Place the junction box cover in place. Replace
the fimr screws removed earlier and tighten
securely.
12 Discard the unused portion of the plug and
the cordset.
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The RAB71 or RAB77 wall case must be
properly installed per instructions packed
with the case.
2Remove the corrugated stiffener and the
outdoor protective panel. Use the slit in the
outdoor panel as a handhold and push out.
Protective Slit
panel
Insulated Wall Case
This chassis is designed to be installed in a
GE plastic or an insulated steel wall case. This
minimizes condensation from forming on the
room side of the case.
The RAB71 wall case is insulated. Insulation kit
RAK901L is available for use with RAB77 or
existing uninsulated wall cases when needed.
NOTE:For installation with a subbase or duct
adapter, see the instructionspacked with those kits.
Stiffener
3Install the exterior grille from the room side
following instructions packed with the grille.
1Careflllly remove shipping tape, if there is any,
from the room cabinet and vent door.
2Remove the room cabinet by pulling it out at
the bottom to release it, then lift it up to clear
the rail along the unit top.
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Shipping tape
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Slide the unit into the wall case and secure with
four screws through the unit flange holes.
If an insulated wall case is needed, see Install the
Wall Case and Exterior Grille section on the
previous page.
Reinstall the room cabinet by hooking the top
over the rail along the unit top, then pushing it in
at the bottom.
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Low Voltage Connectors & Auxiliary Controls
NOTE: The owner is responsible for checking all switches and ensuring they are set in the desired setting.
The Electric Heat Option switch #1 increases
the Zoneline air temperature by using electric
heat only. The heat pump is not used to produce
any heat.
Using the Electric Heat Option is much more
expensive than heating with the heat pump only.
To set the Electric Heat Option, move switch to
the O/V (up) position.
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Auxiliary controls
i! Temperature Limiting
Temperature limiting can reduce energy costs by
limiting the lowest temperature that can be set
fl)r cooling and the highest temperature that can
be set fi)r heating.
Limiting the maximum and minimum settings
prevents users from turning the control to the
extreme heat or cool positions.
The normal fifll range of the temp control is
approximately 62 ° F to 85 ° F. The control range
may be narrowed by the use of the temperature
limiting screws located behind the control panel.
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Limits
heat
temp
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temp
Eachposition equals
approximately 3° F
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To operate the Remote Control/Wall
Thermostat ((;lass 2) switch #3, you must use
an Optional Interface Module kit. See the
Installation Instructions with accesso_ T kit
RAKOIM.
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Auxiliary Controls
To operate Central Desk Control (C C),
switch #5, you must have an Optional Interface
Module kit. See the Installation Instructions with
accessoi T kit RAKOIM.
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Switch #4 controls the All-Time Low Fan and is
only effective with a Remote Control Thermostat.
This flmction causes the indoor fan to operate at
low speed. If the switch is DOWN (off) the fan will
run in high speed. If the switch is lip (on) the fan
will mn in low speed.
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Things That Are Normal
PING! POP! You may hear a pinging or popping noise caused by water being
picked up and thrown against the condenser on rainy days or
when the humidity is high. This design feature helps remove
moisture and improve efficiency.
"CLICK" You may hear relays click when the controls cycle on and offor are
adjusted to change the room temperature.
DRIP
6Water will collect in the base pan during high humidity or on rainy
days. The water may overflow and drip from the outdoor side
of the unit.
The indoor fan runs continuously when the unit is operating in the
cooling mode, unless the fan switch behind the room cabinet is set
at fan cycle (up). This will cause the fan to cycle on and offwith the
compressor. You may also hear a fan noise stop and start.
You may notice a few minutes delay in starting if you tUto restart the
Zoneline too soon after turning it off or if you adjust the thermostat
right after the compressor has shut off. This is due to a built-in
restart protector for the compressor that causes a 3-minute delay.
The compressor shuts off during the defrost cycle. Full resistance
heat comes on during the defrost cycle to maintain room comfort.
COMPRESSOR
PROTECT To protect the compressor and prevent short cycling, the unit is
designed to run for a minimum of 3 minutes, after the compressor
starts at any thermostat setting.
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Before You Call For Service
Problem Possible Causes What to Do
The unit is unplugged
The fuse is blown/circuit
breaker is tripped
The unit is waiting for the
compressor overload
protector to reset
Power failure
•Make sure the Zoneline plug is
pushed completely into the outlet.
• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker
box and replace fuse or reset the breaker.
• This is normal. The Zoneline will start
again after it resets.
If power failure occurs, set the mode
control to STOP. When power is restored
set the mode control to the desired setting.
There is a protective time delay (up to
3 minutes) to prevent tripping of the
compressor overload. For this reason, the
unit may not start normal heating or
cooling fi)r 3 minutes after it is turned
back on.
Indoor airflow
is restricted • Make sure there are no curtains, blinds
or furniture blocking the front of the
Zoneline.
Outdoor airflow
is restricted or
recirculated
• Make sure the rear grille is not restricted.
This can cause the unit to cycle off due to
the compressor overload.
The temp control may
not be set high or low
enough
• Turn the control to a lower or higher
setting. NOTE: The temperature limiter may
be limiting the temperature range.
The air filter is dirty • Clean the filter at least evei y30 days.
The room may have been
hot or cold • When the Zoneline is first turned on
you need to allow time for the room to
cool down or warm up.
Outdoor air is
entering the room • Set the vent control to the C£OSEposition.
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