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GE Appliances
Room
Air Conditioners
Owner’s Manual &
Installation Instructions
AG_05 – 5,200 BTU models
AG_06 – 6,000 BTU models
www.geappliances.com 3828A30036N Pub. No. 49-7389 JR 10-99
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GE & You, A Service Partnership. Safety Information Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . .3 How to Connect Electricity . . . . . .3 Use of Extension Cords . . . . . . . . .4 IMPORTANT! Use of Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . .4 Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card. Two easy ways to register your appliance! n Through the internet at www.geappliances.com n Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card Operating Instructions Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. 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 grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service About the controls on the air conditioner. Features and appearance will vary. OFF OFF HI HI HI HI HI FAN COOL COOL FAN COOL LO MED LO LO FAN COOL FAN COOL LO COOL MODE Your model will have one of the above type controls. 45 34 3 6 2 5 2 7 1 6 1 8 TEMP Your model will have one of the above type controls. Controls Mode Control Temp Control HI COOL , MED COOL and LO COOL provide The temp co
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About the controls on the air conditioner. Additional controls and important information. Air Direction Fingertip pressure on the louvers lets you control the air direction left, right, straight ahead or any combination of these directions. Care and cleaning of the air conditioner. Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary. To remove: Grasp the tab and gently pull the filter up and out. Clean the filter
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Front Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug Lift the top of the grille up and off to release C from the wall outlet before cleaning. from the tabs. To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. To remove the front grille: Remove the knobs. Then remove the screw A beneath the bottom knob. Press in on the lower left side of the case and p
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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 future use. Do not change the plug on the power cord IMPORTANT NOTES: of this air conditioner. For personal sa
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Window Installation Instructions Parts Included Foam top window gasket Window sash seal Top mounting rail Support bracket Air conditioner Sliding panels Window locking bracket Type A (2) Type B (4) Type C (9) 9
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Window Installation Instructions 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 sliding panels if needed to fit in a narrow window. 13† min. See the window opening dimensions to the right. n All supporting parts must be secured to firm 22† to 36† wood, masonry or metal. (with sliding panels) n The electrical ou
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Prepare the Window and the Case Cut the window sash seal to the proper length. Insert the sliding panels into the guides of the 3 A B Peel off the backing and attach the seal to the air conditioner and attach them to the case underside of the window sash. with 8 type C screws, 4 on each side. Sash Seal Use type C screws. Install the Support Bracket Open the window and mark the center of 4
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Window Installation Instructions Install the Air Conditioner in the Window Center the air conditioner in the window with Close the window. Make sure the window sash 5 A B the bottom mounting rail between the window is behind the top mounting rail of the air stool and the bracket. conditioner. A 1/4† slant from the front of the case to the rear is necessary. Use a level to determine the slant. Type B Type B screws Top mounting screws Window rail 1/4† Tilt Extend the sliding panels to fill the win
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Install the Window Gasket and the Locking Bracket Cut the foam top window gasket to the Attach the window locking bracket with a A D 6 window width. type C screw. Stuff the foam between the glass and the B window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room. Seal any air leaks around the air conditioner C and the window with gum-type sealer. 13
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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 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
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Notes. 15
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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 Customer Service Air Conditioner Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. For The Period Of: GE Will Replace: One Year Any part of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. From the date of the During this full one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge
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Service Telephone Numbers. ® GE Answer Center 800.626.2000 The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs Service 800.626.2000 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) GE offers, free of charge, a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. Service Contracts 800-626-2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in
