GE AEM10 User Manual

Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3

Operating Instructions

. . . . . . . .4, 5

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Installation Instructions . . . . .7–12

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . .14

Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . .14

Consumer Support

Consumer Support . . . . .Back Cover

Ownership Registration for Customers in Canada only . . .15, 16 Warranty for Customers

in Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

Warranty for Customers

in the U.S.A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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AEM10* AEM12*

AEQ10 AEQ12

Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

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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.

■ Use this appliance only for its intended

purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

■ This air conditioner must be properly

installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

■ Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling

on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

■ Replace immediately all electric service

cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the manufacturer and not repaired. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

■ Turn the unit

OFF

and unplug your air conditioner before making any repairs or cleaning.

NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.

■ For your safety…do not store or use

combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

■ All air conditioners contain refrigerants,

which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old product with refrigerants, check with the company handling disposal about what to do.

■ If the receptacle does not match the plug,

the receptacle must be changed out by a qualified electrician.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

DO NOT use an adapter plug with this appliance.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

Power cord includes a current interrupter device. A test and reset button is provided on the plug case. The device should be tested on a periodic basis by first pressing the

TEST

button

and then the

RESET

button while plugged into

the outlet. If the

TEST

button does not trip

or if the

RESET

button will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service technician.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The air conditioner should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

See the Installation Instructions,

Electrical

Requirements

section for specific electrical

connection requirements.

HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

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Instructions

Care and Cleaning

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Tips

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Tips

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Instructions

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Instructions

Safety Instructions

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WARNING!

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord.

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 extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 125 volts.

CAUTION:

DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the 230/208 volt models.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS—

115-Volt models only

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the controls on the air conditioner

Controls

Power Pad

Turns air conditioner on and off. When turned on, the display will show the room temperature.

Display

Shows the room temperature or time remaining on the Delay timer. Shows the

Set

temperature while setting the temperature in

Cool

Energy Saver

modes. The

Set

light will

turn on while setting.

NOTE:

The display will change to show the room temperature after settings have been made. To recall the

Set

temperature, press the

Temp Increase

▲ or

Decrease

▼ pads.

Temp Increase ▲ /Decrease ▼ Pads

Use to set temperature when in

Cool

Energy

Saver

mode. The

Set

light will turn on while

setting.

Delay Timer Increase ▲ (+) /Decrease ▼ (–) Pads

Each touch of the

Increase ▲ / Decrease

▼

pads on the unit or the

Increase + / Decrease

–

pads on the remote control will set the delay time when using the

Delay 1–24hr

timer ( ).

The

Set

light will turn on while setting.

Fan Speed Pads

Use to set the fan speed to

Low, Med, High

Auto

on the unit

. NOTE:

On the remote

control, use the fan speed

Increase + /

Decrease

–

pads to set the fan speeds to

Low

Med

High

. Use the

Auto

pad to turn

Auto

fan on.

Mode Pad

Use to set the air conditioner to

Cool, Energy

Saver

Fan Only

mode.

Delay Pads

Delay ON—

When the air conditioner is off, it can be set to automatically come on in 1 to 24 hours at its previous mode and fan settings.

Delay OFF—

When the air conditioner is on, it can be set to automatically turn off in 1 to 24 hours.

How to set:

Press the

Delay 1–24hr

pad on the unit or the pad on the remote control. Each touch of the

Increase ▲/ Decrease

▼ pads on the

unit or the

Increase + / Decrease

–

pads on the remote control will set the timer in 1-hour intervals. The

Set

light will turn on

while setting. To review the remaining time on the

Delay

1–24hr

timer, press the

Delay 1–24hr

pad on the unit or the pad on the remote control. Use the

Increase ▲ / Decrease

▼ pads on the unit

or the

Increase + / Decrease

–

pads on the

remote control to set a new time if desired.

To cancel the timer,

press the

Delay 1–24hr

pad

until the light on the

Delay 1–24hr

pad goes off.

Features and appearance will vary. Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings.

Remote Control

Delay timer Increase

Auto Fan on/off

Fan speed Increase

Unit power on/off

The display always shows the room temperature except when setting the Set temperature or the Delay timer.

Air Conditioner Controls

Light indicates the delay timer is set.

Light indicates the unit is in the temperature or delay time Set mode.

In the case of a power outage or interruption, the unit will automatically re-start in the settings last used after the power is restored. If the

Delay 1–24hr

feature was set, it will resume countdown. You may need to set a new time if desired.

Power Outage Recovery Feature

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Delay 1–24hr

Delay timer Decrease

Mode select

Fan speed Decrease Temperature set Increase and Decrease

Delay

Power

Temp

Fan

Use the levers to adjust the air direction left and right.

Fingertip pressure on the louver banks adjusts the air direction up or down.

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Cool Mode

Use the

Cool

mode at

Low, Med, High orAuto Fan

Speed

for cooling. Use the

Temperature Increase ▲/

Decrease

▼ pads to set the desired temperature

between 64°F and 86°F in 1°F increments. An electronic thermostat is used to maintain the

room temperature. The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room at the set level of comfort. Set the thermostat at a lower number and the indoor air will become cooler. Set the thermostat at a higher number and the indoor air will become warmer.

NOTE: If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on while set to a Cool setting or if turned from a fan setting to a Cool setting, it may take approximately 3 minutes for the compressor to start and cooling to begin.

Cooling Descriptions

For Normal Cooling—

Select the

Cool

mode and

High

Med

fan with a middle set temperature.

For Maximum Cooling—

Select the

Cool

mode

and

High

fan with a lower set temperature.

For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling—

Select the

Cool

mode and

Low

fan with a middle set

temperature.

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.

Fan Only Mode

Use the

Fan Only

Mode at

Low, Med

High

fan speed to provide air circulation and filtering without cooling. Since fan only settings do not provide cooling, a

Set

temperature cannot be

entered. The room temperature will appear in the display.

NOTE: Auto Fan Speed cannot be used when in the Fan Only Mode.

Energy Saver Mode

Controls the fan.

ON—

The fan will cycle on and off with the compressor. This results in wider variations of room temperature and humidity. Normally used when the room is unoccupied.

NOTE: The fan may continue to run

for a short time after the compressor cycles off.

OFF—

The fan runs all the time, while the

compressor cycles on and off.

Set to

Auto

fan speed for the fan speed to automatically set to the speed needed to provide optimum comfort settings with the set temperature.

If the room needs more cooling, the fan speed will automatically increase. If the room needs less cooling, the fan speed will automatically decrease.

NOTE: Auto Fan Speed cannot be used when in the Fan Only Mode.

Auto Fan Speed

■ To ensure proper operation, aim the remote

control at the signal receiver on the air conditioner.

■ The remote control signal has a range of

up to 20 feet.

■ Make sure nothing is between the air conditioner

and the remote control that could block the signal.

■ Make sure batteries are fresh and installed

correctly as indicated on the remote control.

Remote Control

Air Direction

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Instructions

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Operating

Instructions

Safety Instructions

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:

Push on one side of the filter edge and pull it out the other side.

Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it. Do not clean the filter in a dishwasher.

CAUTION:

DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance.

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.

Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.

To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives.

Grille and Case

Care and cleaning of the air conditioner.

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Instructions

Care and Cleaning

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Instructions

Troubleshooting

Tips

Consumer Support

Remove the battery cover by sliding it according to the arrow direction.

Insert new batteries, making sure that the (+) and (–) of battery are installed correctly.

Reattach the cover by sliding it back into position.

NOTES:

■ Use 2 “AAA” (1.5 volt) alkaline batteries. Do not

use rechargeable batteries.

■ Remove the batteries from the remote control if

the system is not going to be used for a long time.

How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•

IMPORTANT — Save these

instructions for local inspector’s use.

•

IMPORTANT — Observe all

governing codes and ordinances.

• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.

• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.

• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills.

• Completion time – Approximately 1 hour

• We recommend that two people install

this product.

• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.

• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.

• You MUST use all supplied parts and use proper installation procedures as described in these instructions, and any separate kit instructions, when installing this air conditioner.

Installation

Air Conditioner

Instructions

Some models require a 115/120-volt AC, 60 Hz grounded outlet protected with a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the possibility of electric shock hazard. If the wall outlet you plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it is your responsibility to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

Some models require 230/208-volt AC, protected with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker. These models should be installed on their own single branch circuit for best performance and to prevent overloading house or apartment wiring circuits, which could cause a possible fire hazard from overheating wires.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

CAUTION:

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.

Do not change the plug on the power cord of this air conditioner.

Aluminum house wiring may present special problems—consult a qualified electrician.

If the sill support bolts do not contact the window sill, or if you have a window without a sill, you must order accessory kit RAK87 to properly install this air conditioner. Call 800.626.2002 or visit ge.com.

Power cord includes a current interrupter device. A test and reset button is provided on the plug case. The device should be tested on a periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button and then the RESET button while plugged into the outlet. If the TEST button does not trip or if the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service technician.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Phillips head screwdriver

Ruler or tape measure

Pencil

Level

Scissors or knife

Adjustable wrench

Flat-blade screwdriver

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Type A (6)

Right

accordion

panel

Foam top

window gasket

Window sash seal

(thin, adhesive-backed)

Left

accordion

panel

Type B (7)

Top mounting rail

Window locking

bracket (2)

Sill support (2) Nut (2) Bolt (2)

Installation Instructions

PARTS INCLUDED

Type C (6)

Type D (3)

Top mounting rail

seal strip

Installation Instructions

WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

• These instructions are for a standard double-hung window. You will need to modify them for other types of windows.

CAUTION:

• The air conditioner can be installed without the accordion panels if needed to fit in a narrow window. See the window opening dimensions.

• All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal.

• The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord.

15 1/2” min.

25 1/4″ to 38 1/8″

(With accordion panels)

REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER

FROM THE CASE

Remove and save the 2 screws from the lower sides of the front grille.

Grasp the lower corners of the grille while pressing in on the case sides with your finger tips. Pull out to release and lift it up.

NOTE: Do not pull the bottom edge toward you more than 3″ or you may damage the tabs of the grille.

Remove the ground screw from each side of the case. Keep them in a safe location.

Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the case. Do not pull or lift on the styrofoam discharge area.

FRONT

Do not

pull or

lift in

this

area—

damage

to the

unit may

result

STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt toward the outside, and will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood to the sill.

WOOD PIECES – WIDTH: 2″ LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside the

window frame. THICKNESS: To determine the thickness,

place a piece of wood on the sill to make it 1/2″ higher than the top of the storm window frame or the vinyl frame.

Attach securely with nails or screws provided by the installer.

1/2″ higher than storm window frame

Storm window frame

Wood

Sill

1/2″ higher than vinyl frame (on some windows)

Vinyl frame

ATTACH THE TOP MOUNTING RAIL SEAL STRIP

Remove the backing from the top mounting rail seal strip and attach the seal strip to the bottom of the top mounting rail, along the front edge. Allow the seal strip to overlap 3/8″ on each end.

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INSTALL THE TOP MOUNTING RAIL ONTO THE CASE

Attach the top mounting rail onto the top of the case with 3 Type B screws.

Type B screws

Top mounting rail

INSTALL THE

SIDE ACCORDION PANELS

Slide the left and right accordion panels into the top and bottom mounting rails.

Attach the accordion panels to the case using 3 Type A screws on each side.

Type A screws

Top mounting rail

Bottom mounting rail

Accordion panel

PREPARE THE WINDOW

• Cut the window sash seal to the window width and stick the adhesive side to the bottom of the sash.

Window

sash seal

BACK

INSIDE

Top mounting rail

Remove backing from seal strip

3/8″

3/8″ overlap 3/8″ overlap

Top mounting rail

Seal strip

FRONT VIEW

Installation Instructions

INSTALL THE CASE IN THE WINDOW

Open the window and mark the centerline of the window sill.

Carefully place the case on the window stool and align the center mark on the bottom front with the centerline of the sill.

Pull the window down behind the top mounting rail.

NOTE: Do not shut the window so tightly that

movement of the accordion panels is restricted.

Select the position that will place the sill supports near the outermost point on the sill. Place the short side of the sill supports, on the case bottom, toward the window. Attach the sill supports to the case track hole in relation to the selected position using 2 Type B screws in each support.

Adjust the bolt and the nut in each support so that the case is installed with a slight tilt to the outside. Use a level; about 1/2 bubble will be the correct case slant to the outside.

CAUTION: If the sill support

bolts do not contact the window sill, or if you have a window without a sill, you must order accessory kit RAK87 to properly install this air conditioner. Call

800.626.2002 or visit ge.com.

INSTALL THE CASE IN THE WINDOW (CONT.)

Secure the case to the window sill by using 3 Type D screws.

Pull the accordion panels to each window sash track. Attach them on each side to the window sash and the window sill using 4 Type C screws.

Sill support

Long side of sill supports

OUTSIDE

Installation Instructions

INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE CASE (CONT.)

Replace the 2 ground screws removed earlier, one on each side of the case.

IMPORTANT: The ground screws must be reinstalled to ensure a proper ground.

Attach the front grille to the case by inserting the tabs on the grille into the slots on the front top of the case. Push the grille in.

Secure the front grille to the case by replacing the 2 screws removed earlier. Press on the top of the grille to help with side screw installation.

Connect power.

INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE CASE

Slide the air conditioner into the case by the base pan. Do not push on the controls, styrofoam air discharge housing or the finned coils. Make sure the air conditioner is firmly seated.

Do not press on these areas— damage to the unit may result

Base Pan

INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKET AND FOAM TOP WINDOW GASKET

Attach the support bracket with one Type C screw.

Cut the foam top window gasket to the window width.

Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room. NOTE: If the gasket supplied does not fit your window, obtain appropriate material locally to provide a proper installation seal.

CAUTION:

To prevent broken glass or damage to windows, on vinyl or other similarly constructed windows, attach the support bracket to the window side jam.

Wood

Vinyl

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Tips

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Care and Cleaning

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Instructions

Safety Instructions

Troubleshooting Tips.

Normal Operating Sounds

■ You may hear a pinging noise caused by water

being picked up and thrown against the condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is high. This design feature helps remove moisture and improve efficiency.

■ You may hear the thermostat click when the

compressor cycles on and off.

■ Water will collect in the base pan during

high humidity or on rainy days. The water may overflow and drip from the outdoor side of the unit.

■ The fan may run even when the compressor

does not.

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. • The unit will automatically re-start in the settings last

used after the power is restored.

• There is a protective time delay (approximately

3 minutes) to prevent tripping of the compressor overload. For this reason, the unit may not start normal cooling for 3 minutes after it is turned back on.

The current interrupter • Press the

RESET

button located on the power cord plug.

device is tripped.

• If the

RESET

button will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service technician.

Air conditioner does

Airflow is restricted. • Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or furniture

not cool as it should

blocking the front of the air conditioner.

The temp control may • On models with touch pads: In the

Cool

mode, press the

not be set correctly.

Decrease

▼ pad.

• On models with control knobs, turn the temperature knob to a higher number.

The air filter is dirty. • Clean the filter at least every 30 days.

See the

Care and Cleaning

section.

The room may have been hot. • When the air conditioner is first turned on, you need

to allow time for the room to cool down.

Cold air is escaping. • Check for open furnace registers and cold air returns. Cooling coils have iced up. • See “

Air conditioner freezing up

” below.

Air conditioner

Ice blocks the air flow • On models with control knobs, set the mode control at

freezing up

and stops the air conditioner

High Fan

High Cool

with the

Te mp

at 1or 2.

from cooling the room.

• On models with touch pads, set the controls at

High Fan

High Cool

and set the thermostat to a higher

temperature.

The remote control

The batteries are inserted • Check the position of the batteries. They should be

is not working

incorrectly. inserted in the opposite (+) and (–) direction. The batteries may be dead. • Replace the batteries.

Water drips outside

Hot, humid weather. • This is normal.

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 removed from air • This is normal for a short period in areas with little

base pan

and drains into base pan. humidity; normal for a longer period in very humid areas.

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