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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . .2, 3
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Operating Instructions . . . . .4, 5
AGH18
Care and Cleaning
AGW18
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation Instructions
Preparing to Install the
Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Window Installation . . . . . . .8–12
Troubleshooting Tips . . .13, 14
Normal Operating Sounds . . .14
Consumer S
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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 Turn the unit OFF and unplug your air purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. conditioner before making any repairs or cleaning. This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation NOTE: We s
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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. Features and appearance may vary. Cool on Timer on Fan on Air Conditioner Controls Remote Control Controls ON/OFF Pad TIMER Pad Turns air conditioner on and off. ON—When the air conditioner is off, it can be set to automatically come on in Increase /Decrease Pads 1 to 12 hours at its previous setting. Each Use to set temperature when in COOL mode. touch will set the timer in hours. MODE OFF—When the air conditioner is on, Use to set the air condi
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support ge.com Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings. COOL Mode Use the COOL mode with HIGH (F3), MED (F2) or Cooling Descriptions LOW (F1) fan for cooling. Use the INCREASE / For Normal Cooling—Select the COOL mode and DECREASE pads to set the desired temperature HIGH (F3) or MED (F2) fan with a middle set between 60°F and 86°F in
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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 cleaned. Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or mor
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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 remove the third (ground) prong from the and carefully. power cord. Do not change the plug on the power cord • IMPORTANT — Save these of this air conditioner. instructions for local inspector’s use. Aluminum house wiring may present special • IMPORTANT — Observe all problems—con
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Installation Instructions PARTS INCLUDED (Appearance may vary) Window sash seal Top Left mounting accordion Foam top rail 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) 8
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Installation Instructions WINDOW REQUIREMENTS 2 STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS 1 • These instructions are for a standard A storm window frame will not allow the double-hung window. You will need to air conditioner to tilt toward the outside, modify them for other types of windows. and will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood • The air conditioner can be installed to the stool. without the accordion panels if needed to fit in a narrow window. See the WOOD PIECES
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Installation Instructions REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER PREPARE THE WINDOW AND 3 4 FROM THE CASE THE CASE (CONT.) Remove the 2 shipping screws from the Carefully insert the plastic frame guides B A back of the case. into the bottom of the case on each side. Remove the 2 screws on each side of the Bottom B case. Keep these for later use. of case Frame guide Remove the backing from the top mounting C rail seal strip and attach it to the bottom of Slide the air conditioner from the case by C the top
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Installation Instructions PREPARE THE WINDOW 6 INSTALL THE CASE IN THE 5 WINDOW (CONT.) Loosely attach the sill brackets to the A support brackets using the 2 carriage bolts Adjust the carriage bolts and the lock nuts D and 2 lock nuts. in each support so that the case is installed with a slight tilt to the outside. Use a level; Support bracket about 1/3 bubble will be the correct case Carriage bolt slant to the outside. Tighten the bolts. CAUTION: DO NOT drill a hole in the base pan. Lock nut
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Installation Instructions INSTALL THE WINDOW LOCKING INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER 7 8 BRACKET AND THE FOAM TOP IN THE CASE (CONT.) WINDOW GASKET Before installing the front grille, pull out the B vent control lever located above the unit Attach a support bracket with a Type C A control knobs, as shown. screw. Attach the front grille to the case by inserting C the tabs on the grille into the slots on the front of the case. Push the grille in until it Cut the foam top window gasket to the B window
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Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips. 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 and r
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Troubleshooting Tips. Normal Operating Sounds You may hear a pinging noise caused by water Water will collect in the base pan during high being picked up and thrown against the humidity or on rainy days. The water may condenser on rainy days or when the humidity overflow and drip from the outdoor side of is high. This design feature helps remove the unit. moisture and improve efficiency. The fan may run even when the compressor You may hear the thermostat click when the does not. compr
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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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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, catalogs, or even schedule service on-line. You can also “Ask Our Team of Experts ” your questions, and so much more... Schedule Service ge.com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door. Get on-line and schedul
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ge.com Instrucciones de seguridad . . . .2, 3 Manual del propietario e Instrucciones de Instalación Instrucciones de operación . . . .4, 5 AGH18 Cuidado y limpieza AGW18 Bobinas para exteriores . . . . . . . . . .6 Filtro de aire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Rejilla y caja . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Instrucciones de instalación Instalación en ventanas . . . . . . .8–12 Preparándose para instalar el acondicionador de aire . . . . . . . .7 Solucionar problemas . . . . . .13–
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INFORMACIÓN IMPORTANTE DE SEGURIDAD. LEA TODAS LAS INSTRUCCIONES ANTES DE USAR. ¡ADVERTENCIA! Por su seguridad, se debe seguir la información en este manual para minimizar el riesgo de incendios, descargas eléctricas o lesiones personales. PRECAUCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Use este electrodoméstico solamente para Apague la unidad y desenchufe su el propósito determinado según se describe acondicionador de aire antes de hacer en el Manual del propietario. cualquier reparación o limpiar. Este acond
