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Safety Information
Owner’s Manual and
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Installation Instructions
Connect Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Extension Cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 AG_18 – 18,000 BTU models
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3
AG_24 – 24,000 BTU models
Operating Instructions
Control Knob Models . . . . . . . .6–7
Touch Pad Models . . . . . . . . . . .4–5
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
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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 n Use this appliance only for its intended n Turn the mode control to OFF and unplug purpose as described in this Owner’s your air conditioner before making any Manual. repairs or cleaning. n This air conditioner must be properly NOTE: We strongly recommend that any installe
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support www.GEAppliances.com WARNING! USE OF EXTENSION CORDS –115-Volt models only Because of potential safety hazards under certain CAUTION: conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. DO NOT use an extension cord with any of However, if you must use an extension cord, the 230/208 volt models. it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed, 14 gauge, 3-wire groundi
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About the controls on the air conditioner–models with touch pads. Features and appearance will vary. Air Conditioner Controls Remote Control Controls ON/OFF Pad TIMER Pad ON–When the air conditioner is off, it can be Turns air conditioner on and off. set to automatically come on in 1 to 12 hours Display at its previous setting. Each touch will set the Shows the set temperature or time remaining timer in hours. on timer. OFF–When the air conditioner is on, it can be MODE set to automatically turn
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support www.GEAppliances.com When the air conditioner is turned on, it will Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner automatically start in the last cool and fan control panel indicate the selected settings. settings used. COOL Mode Use the COOL mode with HIGH (F3), MED (F2) or Cooling Descriptions LOW (F1) fan for cooling. Use the INCREASE s / For Normal Cooling–Select the COOL mode a
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About the controls on the air conditioner–models with control knobs. Features and appearance will vary. OFF OFF HIGH HIGH FAN COOL HI HI FAN COOL LOW MED FAN COOL LOW LOW FAN COOL LOW COOL MODE CONTROLS Your model will have one of the above type controls. 5 6 45 34 4 7 3 6 3 8 2 5 2 7 2 9 1 6 1 8 1 10 TEMP CONTROLS Your model will have one of the above type controls. Controls Mode Controls Temp Controls HIGH COOL, MED COOL and LOW COOL provide The temp control is used to maintain the cooling w
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support www.GEAppliances.com Additional controls and important information. Energy Saver (on some models) The energy saver switch controls the fan. OFF — The fan runs all the time, while the compressor cycles on and off. ON —The fan and compressor cycle on and off together. This results in wider variations of room This switch must be set at OFF in order to use temperature and humidity. Normally us
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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. Do not from the wall outlet before cleaning. use bleach or abrasives. 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. Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille sho
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Preparing to install the air conditioner. Read these instructions completely and carefully. Before You Begin NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with CAUTION: the air conditioner after installation is completed. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Owner’s Manual power cord. and Installation Instructions for fut
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Window Installation Instructions. Parts Included Top mounting rail Window sash seal Left accordion Foam top panel window gasket Top mounting rail seal strip Frame guide (2) Right accordion panel Sill bracket (2) Support bracket (2) Window locking bracket Type A (14) Type B (7) Type C (5) Type D (2) Carriage Bolt (2) Lock Nut (4) 10 Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Safety Instructions
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Read completely, then follow step-by-step. Window Requirements n These instructions are for a standard double- 1 hung window. You will need to modify them for other types of windows. n The air conditioner can be installed without the accordion panels if needed to fit in a narrow 18† min. window. See the window opening dimensions to the right. 29† to 41† n All supporting parts must be secure
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Window Installation Instructions. Remove the Air Conditioner From the Case Remove the 2 shipping screws from the back of Slide the air conditioner from the case by 3 A C the case. gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the case. Remove the 2 screws on each side of the case. B Keep these for later use. Shipping screws Shipping screws Prepare the Window and the Case Cut the window sash seal to the proper length. Remove the backing from the top mounting 4 A C Peel off the ba
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Prepare the Window Loosely attach the sill brackets to the support Open the window and mark the centerline of 5 A B brackets using the 2 carriage bolts and 2 the window stool. Measure and mark 11† to the lock nuts. left and right of the centerline. Support bracket Carriage bolt Lock nut Centerline Sill bracket † † Install the Case in the Window Align the inside edge of the sill brackets wit
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Window Installation Instructions. Install the Window Locking Bracket and the Foam Top Window Gasket Attach the window locking bracket with a Cut the foam top window gasket to the window 7 A B type C screw. width. Stuff the foam between the glass and the C window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room. Install the Air Conditioner in the Case Slide the air conditioner into the case. Attach the front grille to the case by inserting the 8 A C Reinstall the 2 screws removed earlier on
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Before you call for service… 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 and re
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Before you call for service… Troubleshooting Tips Normal Operating Sounds n You may hear a pinging noise caused by water n Water will collect in the base pan during being picked up and thrown against the high humidity or on rainy days. The water condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is may overflow and drip from the outdoor side high. This design feature helps remove moisture of the unit. and improve efficiency. n The fan may run even when the compressor n You may hear the thermostat cli
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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 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, contact us at www.GEAppliances.com, or date is needed to obtain service call 800-GE-CARES. under the warranty. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year
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