GE AES05 Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions
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Safety Instructions ..............2, 3
Operating Instructions
Control Knob Models .................. 4
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter .............................. 5
Outdoor Coils ..........................
Room
Installation Instructions ........6–9
Troubleshooting Tips ............10
Normal Operating Sounds ............10
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ..........Back Cover
Warranty for Customers
in Canada ...........................12
Warranty for Customers
in the U.S.A. ..........................11
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
AES05
Climatiseur
Manuel d’utilisation et
instructions d’installation
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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
purpose as described in this Owner’s
Manual.
n This air conditioner must be properly
installed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
n Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling
on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly
and pull straight out from the receptacle.
n 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.
n Turn the unit OFF and unplug your air
conditioner before cleaning.
n GE does not support any servicing of the
air conditioner. We strongly recommend
that you do not attempt to service the air
conditioner yourself.
n 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.
n 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.
n If the receptacle does not match the plug,
the receptacle must be changed out by a
qualified electrician.
n These R410A air conditioning systems
require contractors and technicians to
use tools, equipment and safety standards
approved for use with this refrigerant.
DO NOT use equipment certified for
R22 refrigerant only.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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
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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.
WARNING!
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
RISK OF FIRE. Could cause serious injury or
death.
• DO NOT use an extension cord with this
Window Air Conditioner.
• DO NOT use surge protectors or multi-outlet
adaptors with this Window Air Conditioner.
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
.
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About the controls on the air conditioner
Features and appearance will vary.
MODE CONTROL
Controls (on some models)
Mode Control
High Cool, Med Cool and Low Cool
provide cooling with different fan speeds.
Fan settings provide air circulation and filtering
without cooling.
NOTE: If you move the mode control from a cool
setting to OFF or to a fan setting, wait at least
3 minutes before switching back to a cool setting.
Cooling Descriptions
For Normal Cooling—Select High Cool or Med
Cool with the TEMPERATURE control at midpoint.
For Maximum Cooling—Select High Cool with
the TEMPERATURE control at the highest number
available on your knob.
For Quieter and Nighttime Cooling—Select Low
Cool with the TEMPERATURE control at midpoint.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
TEMP Control
The TEMP control is used to maintain the room
temperature. The compressor will cycle on
and off to keep the room at the same level of
comfort. When you turn the knob to a higher
number, the indoor air will become cooler. Turn
the knob to a lower number and the indoor air
will become warmer.
Controls (on some models)
ON/OFF Control
Turns air conditioner on and off.
NOTE: If the air conditioner is off and is then turned
on while set in a Cool mode, it will take approximately
3 minutes for the compressor to start and cooling to
begin.
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Additional important information.
Air Direction
Use the lever to adjust the air direction left and right
only.
Care and cleaning of the air conditioner.
Grille and Case
Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from
the wall outlet before cleaning.
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 clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use
bleach or abrasives.
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Appearance may vary.
To remove:
Pull the tab on the right side of the unit until the filter
is out.
To remove:
Open the inlet grille by pulling downward on the tabs
at the top upper corners of the inlet grille until the
grille is in a 45º position. Remove the filter.
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.
Tab Tab
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Installation Air Conditioner
Instructions
Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca
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 –
• Werecommendthattwopeopleinstall
this product.
• Properinstallationistheresponsibility
of the installer.
• Productfailureduetoimproperinstallation
isnotcoveredundertheWarranty.
• YouMUSTuseallsuppliedpartsanduse
proper installation procedures as described
in these instructions when installing this air
conditioner.
Approximately 1 hour
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.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips-headscrewdriver
Flat-blade screwdriver
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Some models require a 115/120-volt AC,
60-Hz grounded outlet protected with a
15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
The3-pronggroundingplugminimizesthe
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
aproperlygrounded3-prongwalloutlet.
Somemodelsrequire230/208-voltAC,
protected with a time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker.Thesemodelsshouldbeinstalled
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.
Ruler or tape measurePencil
Level
Powercordincludesacurrentinterrupter
device. A test and reset button is provided on
theplugcase.Thedeviceshouldbetestedona
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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Scissors or knife
Installation Instructions
PARTS INCLUDED
(Appearance may vary)
Topmountingrail
Air
conditioner
Window
sash seal
Foam top
window gasket
Right
accordion
panel
Left
accordion
panel
TypeA(4) TypeB(6)
Topmountingrail
seal strip
Windowlocking
bracket(1)
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Installation Instructions
WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
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•Theseinstructionsareforastandard
double-hungwindow.Youwillneedtomodify
them for other types of windows.
•Theairconditionercanbeinstalledwithout
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.
•Theelectricaloutletmustbewithinreachof
the power cord.
•Follow the dimensions in the table and
illustration for your model.
12.5” min.
23″ to 38″
(With accordion panels)
ATTACH THE TOP MOUNTING
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RAIL SEAL STRIPS
(Some models may have the seal strip already
attached to the top mounting rail. If applicable, skip
this step.)
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.
Topmountingrail
Remove
backing
from seal
strip
FRONT VIEW
Topmountingrail
STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
2
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
(onsomewindows)
1/2″ higher
than storm
window
frame
Storm window
frame
Sill
Vinyl frame
Wood
Seal strip
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PREPARE THE AIR CONDITIONER
Installthetopmountingrailwith4TypeA
A
screws from the outside of the case.
Topmountingrail
Bottom mounting rail
Hold the accordion panel in one hand and
B
gently pull back to free the open end.
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PREPARE THE AIR CONDITIONER
4
(cont.)
Slide the free end of the accordion panel
C
into the side panel rails. Slide the panel
down. Be sure to leave enough space to
slip the top and bottom of the frame into
the rails on the cabinet.
NOTE:Thereisarightandaleftaccordion
panel. Be sure to use the proper panel for
each side.
Slide the left and right accordion panels
D
into the top and bottom mounting rails.
INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN
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THE WINDOW
Place the air conditioner on the sill with the bottom
A
mounting rail against its back edge. Center it and
close the window securely behind the top mounting
rail. It should be level or slightly tilted to the outside.
Use a level; about a 1/3 bubble will be correct case
slant to the outside.
or
TypeBscrews
B
Extend the left and right accordion panels to teh
vertical window sashes and attach, through the holes
in the panels, with 5 Type B screws, as appropriate.
or
Top left
Bottom mounting rail
PREPARE THE WINDOW
5
Cut the window sash seal to the proper
length.Peeloffthebackingandattachthe
seal to the underside of the window sash.
Topmountingrail
Top right
INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKET AND
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FOAM TOP WINDOW GASKET
A
B
C
CAUTION:
To prevent broken glass or
damage to windows, on
vinyl or other similarly
constructed windows,
attach the window locking
bracket to the window side
jamb with one Type B
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
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Troubleshooting Tips.
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 restart 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.
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.
device is tripped.
•If the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue
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 or High Cool with the Temp at 1 or 2.
or 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.
from cooling the room.
• On models with touch pads, set the controls at High Fan
Normal Operating Sounds
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n 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.
n You may hear the thermostat click when the
compressor cycles on and off.
n 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.
n The fan may run even when the compressor
does not.
GE Air Conditioner—One-Year Limited Warranty. (For customers in the U.S.A.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase date is
needed to make a warranty claim.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year Replacement unit for any product which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the The replacement unit is warranted for the remainder of your product’s original one-year
original purchase warranty period.
In Order to Make a Warranty Claim:
)
n Properly pack your unit. We recommend using the
original carton and packing materials.
n Return the product to the retail location where it
was purchased.
n Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or
other evidence of date of original purchase. Also print
your name and address and a description of the defect.
What Is Not Covered:
n Customer instruction. This owner’s manual provides
information regarding operating instructions and
user controls.
n Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. If you
have an installation problem, or if the air conditioner is
of improper cooling capacity, contact your dealer or
installer. You are responsible for providing adequate
electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities.
n Failure of the product resulting from modifications to
the product or due to unreasonable use, including failure
to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product replacement
as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period
allowed by law.
n Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
n Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosion-
protected.
n Damage to the product caused by improper power
supply voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
n Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this air conditioner.
n Damage caused after delivery.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for
home use within the USA.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know
what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Exclusion of implied warranties: Except where prohibited or restricted by law, there are no warranties,
whether express, oral or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof, including
specifically the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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GE Air Conditioner—One-Year Limited Warranty. (For customers in Canada)
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase date is
needed to make a warranty claim.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
One Year Replacement unit for any product which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the The replacement unit is warranted for the remainder of your product’s original one-year
original purchase warranty period.
In Order to Make a Warranty Claim:
n Properly pack your unit. We recommend using the
original carton and packing materials.
n Return the product to the retail location where it
was purchased.
n Include in the package a copy of the sales receipt or
other evidence of date of original purchase. Also print
your name and address and a description of the defect.
What Is Not Covered:
n Customer instruction. This owner’s manual provides
information regarding operating instructions and
user controls.
n Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. If you
have an installation problem, or if the air conditioner is
of improper cooling capacity, contact your dealer or
installer. You are responsible for providing adequate
electrical, plumbing and other connecting facilities.
n Failure of the product resulting from modifications to
the product or due to unreasonable use, including failure
to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance.
EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product replacement
as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of
merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period
allowed by law.
n Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
n Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosion-
protected.
n Damage to the product caused by improper power
supply voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
n Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this air conditioner.
n Damage caused after delivery.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased in Canada
for home use within Canada.
Some provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above
exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights
which vary from province to province. To know what your legal rights are in your province, consult your local or
provincial consumer affairs office.
Exclusion of implied warranties: Except where prohibited or restricted by law, there are no warranties,
whether express, oral or statutory which extend beyond the description on the face hereof, including
specifically the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Warrantor: Mabe Canada Inc.,
Burlington, Ontario
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