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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions . . . . . .4, 5
AEE08
Care and Cleaning
AEE12
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Installation Instructions
Through-the-Wall
Installation—Optional . . . . . . . .12
Window Installation . . . . . . . .7–11
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .13–14
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . .
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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, electric shock or personal injury. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Use this appliance only for its intended If the receptacle does not match the plug, purpose as described in this Owner’s the receptacle must be changed out by a Manual. qualified electrician. This air conditioner must be properly Turn the unit OFF and unplug your air
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com WARNING! EXTENSION CORDS—115-Volt models only Because of potential safety hazards under certain CAUTION: conditions, we strongly recommend against the DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the use of an extension cord. 230/208 volt models. 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 exte
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About the controls on the air conditioner. Features and appearance will vary. TEMP CONTROL MODE CONTROL Controls Temp Control Mode Control The temp control is used to maintain the Hi Cool and Low Cool provide cooling with room temperature. The compressor will different fan speeds. cycle on and off to keep the room at the Hi Heat and Low Heat provide heating with same level of comfort. Turn the knob different fan speeds. clockwise to Cooler (blue) and the indoor air will become cooler. Turn the k
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Additional important information. Air Direction Use the lever to adjust the air direction left and right only. Fingertip pressure on the horizontal louvers adjusts the air direction up or down. Care and cleaning of the air conditioner. Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug To clean, use water and a mild detergent. from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do
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Installation Air Conditioner Instructions Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com BEFORE YOU BEGIN CAUTION: Do not, under any circumstances, cut or Read these instructions completely and carefully. remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. • IMPORTANT — Save these Do not change the plug on the power cord instructions for local inspector’s use. of this air conditioner. • IMPORTANT — Observe all Aluminum house wiring may present special governing cod
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Window Installation Instructions PARTS INCLUDED (appearance may vary) Foam top window gasket Sill support (2) Left Nut (2) accordion Bolt (2) panel Top mounting rail Right accordion panel Case bottom seal (thin, adhesive-backed) Window locking Type A (6) Type B (7) Type C (6) Type D (3) bracket (2) 7
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Window Installation Instructions 1 WINDOW REQUIREMENTS 3 REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER • These instructions are for a standard FROM THE CASE double-hung window. You will need to A Remove and save the 2 screws from the modify them for other types of windows. lower sides of the front grille. • All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal. • The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord. FRONT 17” min. Remove the two control knobs. B 27″ to 36″ (With accordion p
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Window Installation Instructions 3 REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER 5 INSTALL THE TOP MOUNTING FROM THE CASE (CONT.) RAIL ONTO THE CASE E Remove and save the ground wire screw. Attach the top mounting rail onto the top of the case with 3 Type B screws. Press firmly to drive the screws into the gasket and through the top mounting rail. Type B screws Ground wire Ground FRONT screw F Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the case. Do no
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Window Installation Instructions INSTALL THE CASE IN THE 7 INSTALL THE CASE IN THE 7 WINDOW WINDOW (CONT.) F A Open the window and mark the centerline Secure the case to the window stool by of the window stool. using 3 Type D screws. B Carefully place the case on the window stool and align the center mark on the bottom front with the centerline of the stool. C Pull the window down behind the top Sill mounting rail. support G Pull the accordion panels to each window sash track. Attach them on ea
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Window Installation Instructions INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER 9 9 IN THE CASE IN THE CASE (CONT.) Slide the air conditioner into the case by A Attach the front grille to the case by D the base pan. Do not push on the controls, inserting the tabs on the grille into the styrofoam air discharge housing or the slots on the front top of the case. Push finned coils. Make sure the air conditioner the grille in. is firmly seated. Do not press on these areas— damage to the unit
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Through-the-Wall Installation Instructions—Optional The case may be installed through-the-wall 1 IMPORTANT (cont.) in both existing and new construction. Secure with 14 wood screws anchored at D Read completely, then follow step-by-step. least an inch into the wall support structure. NOTE: Obtain all materials locally for NOTE: Drill pilot holes, if necessary, for mounting the air conditioner through- proper installation. If the frame is oversized, the-wall. use shims to prevent case distortion.
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service… ge.com Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Air conditioner The air conditioner • Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely does not start is unplugged into the outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Problem Possible Causes What To Do Water drips outside Excessively hot and • This is normal. humid weather Water drips indoors The air conditioner is not • For proper water disposal, make sure the air conditioner tilted to the outside slants slightly from the case front to the rear. Water collects in Moisture is removed from • This is normal for a short period in areas with base pan indoor air and drains into little humidity; normal for a longer
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GE Air Conditioner Warranty. All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, Staple your receipt here. ® or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service, Proof of the original purchase on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES date is needed to obtain service (800.432.2737). Have serial number and model number available under the warran
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Consumer Support. GE Appliances Website ge.com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance? Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day, any day of the year! For greater convenience and faster service, you can now download Owner’s Manuals, order parts or even schedule service on-line. Schedule Service ge.com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year! Or call 800.GE.CARES (8
