GE AEQ12AMG1, AEQ10ASQ1, AEQ10AMG1, AEM12AMG1, AEM10AMS1 Owner’s Manual

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Safety Instructions . .......... 2, 3
Operating Instructions ........ 4, 5
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter ...................... 6
Outdoor Coils .................. 6
Installation Instructions ..... 7-12
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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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ENERGYSTAR
As an ENFaRGY STAR ® partner, GE has
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the ENERGY STAR ® guidelines for
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Writethemodelandserial numbershere:
Model # Serial #
Find these numbers on a label on the side of the air condifione_.
494608 12-08JR
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
}}Use this appliance only for its intended }}
purpose as described in this Owner's Manual.
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This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance xdth the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
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Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the power cord. Always _ip plug frmly and pull straight out flom the receptacle.
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Replace immediately 'allelectric ser\@e
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cords that have become flayed or otherwise damaged. A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply
cord obtained flom the manufhcturer and not repaired. Do not use a cord that shows
cracks or abrasion damage along its len_h or at either the plug or connector end.
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Turn the unit OFFand unplug your air conditioner before making any repairs or cleaning.
NOTE: We strongly recommendthatanyservicing be performedby a qualified individual.
For your satety...do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the x,icinity
of this or any other appliance.
All air conditioners contain refligerants, which under federal law must be removed
prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old product with refligerants, 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.
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
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.
DONOT use anadapterplug 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 flom this appliance.
Power cord includes a current intermpmr dex,ice. A test and reset button is prox,ided on the plug case. The dex,ice should be tested on a periodic basis by first pressing the rESrbutton and then the RESErbutton while plugged into the outlet. If the TESTbutton does not trip or if the RESETbutmn will not stay engaged,
discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualifed ser\,ice technician.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly _ounded.
Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encounmred,
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 indix,idual electrical outlet which
has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.
This prox,ides the best performance and also prevents overloading house xdring circuits
which could cause a fire hazard flom overheated xdres.
See the Installation Instructions, Electrical Requirements section for specific electrical
connection requirements.
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WARNING!
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS--115-Voltmodelsonly
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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 absolumly necessa U that it be a UL-listed, 14 gauge, 3:wire grounding type appliance extension cord ha\,ing a _ounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and 125 vohs.
-4,CAUTION:
DO NOTusean extension cord with any ofthe 230/208 voltmodels.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthe controlsonthe air conditioner
Features and appearance will varg Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings.
Thedisplayalwaysshowsthe is in the temperatureor
roomtemperatureexceptwhen delaytime Set mode.
settingthe Settemperatureor 1
Light indicatesthe unit
the Delaytimer. __i_ t
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m Low w Cool
AirConditionerControls
Contro/s
O ower Pad
Turns air conditioner on _md off. _¥hen turned on, tile display will show tile room
temperature.
0 Display
Shows tile room temperature or time remaining on the Delay fimeL Shows the Set
mmpemture while setting the mmpetature in
Coolor Energy Saver modes. The Set light will
mrn on while setting. NOTE:The display will change to show file
room temperature after settings have been made. To recall the Set mmpemmre, press the
TempIncrease or Decrease pads.
O emp Increase •/Decrease Pads
Use to set temperature when in Cool or Energy Savermode. The Setlight will turn on while
setting.
O Delay fimerlncrease (+)/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 Delay1-24hrtimer (@). The Setlight will mrn on while setting.
O an Speed Pads
Use to set tile fan speed to LOW,Med, High or Auto on the unit. NOTE: On the remote
control, use the fan speed Increase +/
Decrease - pads to set the fan speeds to LOW, Med or High. Use the Auto pad to turn Auto
fan on.
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Lightindicates the delaytimer is set.
_1 Delay1-24hr
Delaytimer , Delaytimer Increase
Decrease
O Mode select , Auto Fanon/off
0 Fanspeed , FanspeedIncrease
Decrease
0 Temperature ) Unit poweron/off
set Increase and Decrease
Remote Control
O ode Pad
Use to set tlle air conditioner to Cool, Energy Saver or Fan Only mode.
Delay Pads
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Delay ON--When the air conditioner is offl it can be set to automatically come on in 1 to 24 hems at its previous mode and fan settings.
Delay OFF--When the air conditioner is on, it can be set m automatically mrn off in 1 m
24 hems.
How toset:
Press file Delay 1-24hr pad on the unit or die _ pad on file remora conuol. Each touch
of the Increase •/Decrease pads on the unit or the Increase +/Decrease- pads on
tile remote control will set the timer in
1-hour intervals. The Set light will mrn on
while setting.
To review die remaining time on die Delay
1-24hrtime_, press the Delay 1-24hr pad on the
unit or the 0" 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.
Tocancel the timer, press tt_e Delay 1-24hr pad
until tile light on the Delay 1-24hr pad goes off:
Power Outage Recovery Feature
In tile case of a power outage or interruption, tile
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unit will automatically re-start in the settings last
used after tile power is restored. If tile Delay1-24hr
feature was set, it will resume countdown. You may need to set a new time if desired.
CoolMode
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Use file Coohnode at Low, Med, Highor Auto Fan Speed for cooling. Use the TemperatureIncrease /
Decrease pads to set the desired mmperature between 64°F and 86°F in 1°F increments.
An electronic dlemlostat is used to maintain die
room temperature. The compressor will cycle on and off m keep the room at the set level of comfort.
Set the fllemlosmt at a lower number and the indoor air will become coolex. Set the tllemK_stat at a higher
nttmber and the indoor air will become wamleL
NOTE:fftheairconditionerisoff andisthenturnedon
whilesettoa Coolsettingorif turnedfromafansetting
toa Coolsetting,it maytakeapproximately3minutes forthecompressortostartandcoolingtobegin.
Energy Saver Mode
Controls the fan.
0N--The fan will cycle on and offwidl tlle compressoL This results in wider vaIiafions of room mmpetaUne and humidil),. NormaUy used when the room is unoccupied. NOTE: Thefan maycontinue to run
fora short timeafter the compressorcgcles off.
CoolingDescriptions
ForNormalCooling--Selectthe Coolmode and Highor Med fan with a middle set temperature.
ForMaximum Cooling--Select the Cool mode and Highfan with a lower set temperature.
ForQuieter& NighttimeCooling--Select the Coolmode and LOWfan with a middle set
temperature.
Do Not Operatein FreezingOutdoorConditions
This cool-only air conditioner was not designed for freezing outdoor conditions. It Illttst not be used in freezing outdoor conditions.
OFF--The fan runs all the time, while die compressor cycles on and off.
Fan Only Mode
Use the FanOnlyMode at Low,Medor Highfan
speed to provide air circulation and filtering
without cooling. Since fan only settings do not
provide cooling, a Set temperaune cannot be
Auto Fan Speed
Set to Auto fan speed for die fan speed to attmmaficMly set m die speed needed m provide optimum comfort settings with the set temperautre.
Air Direction
Use die levers m adjust die air direction left and right.
Fingertip pressure on die louver banks adjusts the air direction up or down.
enmred. The room mmpemutre will appear in the display.
NOTE:AutoFanSpeedcannotbeusedwhenin the FanOnlyMode.
If file room needs more cooling, file fan speed
will attmmadcally increase. If the room needs less
cooling, the fan speed will attmmatically decre_kse.
NOTE:AutoFanSpeedcannotbeusedwhenin the FanOnlyMode.
Remote Control
To ensure proper operation, aim file remora conUol at the signal receiver on the air
condifione_.
The remote conuol signM has a range of lap m 20 feet.
Make sure nodfing is between die air conditioner and the remora conuol that could block the
sigmal. Make sure batteries are flesh and instaUed
correcdy as indicated on tile remora conuol.
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Careand cleaning ofthe air conditioner.
Grille and Case
Turn the air conditioner off'and remove the plug To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not flom the wall outlet before cleaning, use bleach or abrasives.
Air Filter
The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or
more often if necessary.
Toremove:
Push on one side of the filter edge and pull it out the oilier side.
Clean the filter with warm, soap), wateL Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it. Do not clean
the filter in a dishwasher.
CAUTION:DoNoropera,e,heair
conditioner without a filter becausedirt and lint will clog
it and reduceperformance.
OutdoorCoils
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 professionNly cleaned.
How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control
I--f] Remove the batte D, cover by sliding it
according to the a_xow direction.
Insert new batteries, making sure that the (+) and (-) of battery are inst_dled correctly.
[j] Reatmch the cover by sliding it back
into position.
NOTES:
Use 2 "_" (1.5 volt) alkaline batteries. Do not use recha_geable batteries.
Remove the batteries flom the remora control if the sysmm is not going m be used for a long time.
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BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT - Savethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT - Observeall
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.
- 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 problemsmconsult 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.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips head screwdriver
Adjustable wrench
Flat-blade screwdriver
(_ ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
60 Hz grounded outlet protected with a
Some models require a 115/120-volt AC,
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,
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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.
Pencil
Level
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.
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Ruler or tape measure
Scissors or knife
PARTS INCLUDED
Left
accordion.
panel "_
Installation Instructions
(thin, adhesive-backed)
Foam t
window gasket-------_'_,_..__k>,v" SJli su ppo rt (2)
Window sash seal
_.____ Nut(2)
Bolt (2)
Top mounting rail
Right
accordion
panel
Top mo "_
seal strip
Window locking
Type A (6) Type B (7) Type C (6) Type D (3) bracket (2)
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Installation Instructions
ITI WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
These instructions are for a standard double-hung window. You will need to
modify them for other types of windows.
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.
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.
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15 1/2" min.
[] REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER
FROM THE CASE
[] Remove and save the 2 screws from the
lower sides of the front grille.
FRONT
r_ 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.
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25 1/4" to 38 1/8"
(With accordion panels)
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D-I 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 vinyl frame
L (on some windows)
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than storm
1/2" higher ________ _VVood
window rl frame _ Sill Fr _
Storm window
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FRONT
rc-] Remove the ground screw from each side
of the case. Keep them in a safe location.
FRONT
[] 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.
Do not
pull or
lift in
this
area--
damage
to the
unit may
result
FRONT
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Installation Instructions
141ATTACH 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.
Top mounting rail
3/8"
Remove
backing
strip
3/8"
FRONT VIEW Top mounting rail
seal
[] INSTALL THE
SIDE ACCORDION PANELS
[A1 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.
Top mounting rail
Accordion
panel
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3/8" overlap Seal strip 3/8" overlap
[] INSTALL THE TOP MOUNTING
RAIL ONTO THE CASE
Attach the top mounting rail onto the top of the case with 3 Type B screws.
)e B
screws
BACK
Bottom mounting rail
171PREPARE THE WINDOW
Cut the window sash seal to the window width and stick the adhesive side to the
bottom of the sash.
INSIDE
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Installation Instructions
I-KIINSTALL 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.
1-81INSTALL THE CASE IN THE
WINDOW (CONT.)
['_ Secure the case to the window sill by
using 3 Type D screws.
['G-]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.
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Long side of sill
supports
OUTSIDE
['_ 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: Ifthesillsupport
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.
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Installation Instructions
[] INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKET AND
FOAM TOP WINDOW GASKET
[] -&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.
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.
Vinyl
Wood
I_1 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.
[] 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
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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.
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TroubleshootingTips.
Possible Causes What ToDo
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 fitse/circuit breaker box and replace
breaker is tripped, the fitse or reset the breakeL
Power failure, The unit will automatically re-start in file settings last
used after file 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
device is tripped.
Air conditioner does Airflow is restricted. Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or fiuniuue
notcoolas itshould blocking the flont of the air condifioneL
The temp control may On models with touch pads: In the Cool mode, press the not be set correctly. Decrease pad.
The air filter is dirty. Clean the filter at least eve_ T 30 days.
The room may have been hot. When the air conditioner is first turned on, you need
Press the RESETbuttonlocated on the power cord plug.
If tim RESETbuttonwill not stay engaged, discontinue
use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service teclmician.
On models wifll control knobs, turn the temperature knob to a higher numbeL
See the Care and Cleaning section.
m allow time for the room m cool down.
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Cold air is escaping. Check for open fiunace registers and cold air reuuns. Cooling coils have iced up. See "Air conditioner freezing up" below.
Air conditioner
freezingup
The remote control The batteries are inserted Check file position of file batteries. They should be
is not working incorrectly, inserted in the opposite (+) and (-) direction.
Water drips outside Hot, humid weather. Tiffs is nomml.
Water drips indoors The air conditioner is not For proper water disposal, make sure file air conditioner
Water collects in Moisture removed from air Tiffs is nomml for a short period in areas with little
base pan and drains into base pan. humidity; normal for a longer period in re, y humid are_ts.
Ice blocks the air flow
and stops the air conditioner from cooling the room.
The batteries may be dead. Replace the batteries.
tilted to the outside, slants slightly flom the case flont to the real
On models Mill conUol knobs, set file mode conuol at High Fanor High Coolwith the Tempat I or 2.
On models with touch pads, set the controls at HighFan or High Cool and set the thermostat m a higher
temperature.
Normal Operating Sounds
You may hear a pinging noise caused by wamr
being picked tap and tinown against the
condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is high. This desigm feaune helps remove
moisune and improve efficiency.
}_You may hear the thermostat click when the
Water will collect in file base pan during high humidity or on rainy days. The wamr
mW overflow and drip flom the outdoor side of the unit.
}i_The fan may run even when the compressor
does not.
compressor cycles on and off:
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