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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions
Controls—Control Knobs . . . . .6, 7
ASM14*
Controls—Touch Pads . . . . . . .4, 5
ASH18
ASM18*
Care and Cleaning
ASQ18
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
ASV18
Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 ASW18
Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
ASM24*
Installation Instructions
Through-the-Wall
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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! USE OF 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 applian
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About the controls on the air conditioner—models with touch pads. Features and appearance will vary. COOL On FAN On ENERGY TIMER On SAVER On SLEEP On Air Conditioner Controls Remote Control On/Off Timer Turns air conditioner on and off. On—When the air conditioner is off, it can be Display set to automatically turn on in 1 to 24 hours Displays the set temperature or time at its previous setting. Each touch will set the remaining on timer. time in hours. Mode Off—When the air conditioner is on,
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Additional controls and important information. Do Not Operate in Freezing Outdoor Conditions This cool-only air conditioner was not designed for freezing outdoor conditions. It must not be used in freezing outdoor conditions. When the air conditioner is turned on, it will automatically start in the setting last used. Power Outage Recovery Feature In the case of a power outage or inte
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About the controls on the air conditioner—models with control knob(s). Features and appearance may vary. Controls (on models so equipped) area, for the indoor air to become warmer. ON/OFF Switch The Mode/Temp control is used to maintain the Turns air conditioner on and off. room temperature. When set in a Cool mode, the compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room NOTE: If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on while at the same level of comfort. set in a Cool mode, it will take
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Additional controls and important information. Do Not Operate in Freezing Outdoor Conditions This cool-only air conditioner was not designed for freezing outdoor conditions. It must not be used in freezing outdoor conditions. Vent Control (on some models) The vent control is located on the inside of the air louvers in the lower right corner. OR When set at CLOSE, only the air inside
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Care and cleaning of the air conditioner. How to Insert the Batteries Remove the battery cover by sliding it NOTES: 1 according to the arrow direction. Use 2 AAA (1.5 volt) batteries. Do not use Insert new batteries, making sure that the rechargeable batteries. 2 (+) and (–) of battery are installed correctly. Remove the batteries from the remote control if Reattach the cover by sliding it back the system is not going to be used for a long time. 3 into position. Grille and Case Turn the ai
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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: Read these instructions completely and carefully. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the • IMPORTANT — Save these power cord. instructions for local inspector’s use. Do not change the plug on the power cord • IMPORTANT — Observe all of this air conditioner. governing codes and ordinances. Aluminum house wiring
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Window Installation Instructions PARTS INCLUDED (appearance may vary) Window sash seal Left accordion Foam top panel window gasket Top mounting rail Top mounting rail seal strip Right accordion panel Bottom inner case gasket Sill support (2) Type A (21) Type B (10) Type C 1/2″ screws 3/4″ screws bolt (2) Security bracket (1) 10
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Window Installation Instructions 1 WINDOW REQUIREMENTS 3 REMOVE THE FRONT GRILLE (IF ATTACHED) • These instructions are for a standard double-hung window. You will need to A Remove shipping tape, if present. modify them for other types of windows. On models with a • All supporting parts must be secured raise-up inlet grille, to firm wood, masonry or metal. lift it and remove • The electrical outlet must be within the screw behind it reach of the power cord. (if present) that holds the grille
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Window Installation Instructions 4 REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER 5 PREPARE THE CASE FROM THE CASE A Remove the backing from the top mounting rail seal strip and attach it to the bottom of Remove the 4 screws on each side of A the top mounting rail. Cut to size. the case. Keep the 2 front-side screws for later use. Install the top mounting rail with 5 type A B Front of air conditioner screws from the outside of the case. Top mounting rail B Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the ba
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Window Installation Instructions 6 INSTALL THE CASE 6 INSTALL THE CASE IN THE WINDOW IN THE WINDOW (cont.) Cut the window sash seal to the window Locate the 8 screw holes along the bottom A C width and stick the adhesive side to the front edge of the case. Center the case, side- bottom of the sash. to-side, in the window and mount it to the window sill using 5 type B screws staggered in the front and back rows if possible. Top mounting rail Type B Window sill screws Type B screws Window sash s
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Window Installation Instructions 8 INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE CASE Slide the air conditioner into the case. A Reinstall the 2 front-side screws removed earlier on each side of the case. B Place the bottom inner case gasket between the bottom of the air conditioner and the inside bottom of the case. Fold up the ends on both sides and push them in. Front of air Bottom inner conditioner case gasket C Attach the front grille to the case by inserting the tabs on the grille into the slots on t
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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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Troubleshooting Tips… Problem Possible Causes What To Do Air conditioner The air conditioner • Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed does not start is unplugged. completely into the outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace breaker is tripped. the fuse or reset the breaker. Power failure. • If power failure occurs, turn the air conditioner Off. When power is restored, wait 3 minutes to restart the air conditioner to prevent tripping of the co
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us. We are proud to have you as a customer! Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment: Complete and mail After mailing the Read your Owner’s your Consumer registration below, Manual carefully. Product Ownership store this document It will help you Registration today. in a safe place. It operate your new Have the peace of contains inform
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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). Please have serial number and model number under the warranty.
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