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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . .2, 3
Operating Instructions
Control Knob Models . . . . . . .6, 7
Touch Pad Models . . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation Instructions . . .8–11
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . .12
Normal Operating Sounds . . . .12
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . .14
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
Find these numbers on a label on the side of the air conditioner.
Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
AET05
AEW05
AEW06
AEW08
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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 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 cleaning.
■GE does not support any servicing of the air conditioner. We strongly recommend that you do not attempt to service the air conditioner yourself.
■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.
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.
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. 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.
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WARNING!
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS—115-Volt models only
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.
USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS—115-Volt models only
Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug.
However, if you must use an adapter, where local codes permit, a temporary connection may be made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use of a UL-listed adapter available at most local hardware stores.
The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter in place with one hand while pulling the power cord plug with the other hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use.
If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DO NOT USE the air conditioner until a proper ground has been established.
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wall outlet is grounded through the house wiring. You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the controls on the air conditioner—models with touch pads.
Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings.
Light indicates the unit
is in the temperature or
The display always shows the room delay time Set mode. temperature except when setting the
Set temperature or the Delay timer.
Light indicates the delay timer is set.
Delay 1–24hr
Delay timer Decrease
Mode select
Fan speed Decrease
Temperature set Increase and Decrease
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Delay timer Increase
Auto Fan on/off
Fan speed Increase
Unit power on/off
Air Conditioner Controls |
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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 or 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 or 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 (
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Fan Speed Pads
Use to set the 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.
Mode Pad
Use to set the air conditioner to Cool, Energy Saver or 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
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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.
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Remote Control
■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.
Cool Mode
Use the Cool mode at Low, Med, High or Auto 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 or 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.
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.
Fan Only Mode
Use the Fan Only Mode at Low, Med or High fan |
NOTE: Auto Fan Speed cannot be used when in the |
speed to provide air circulation and filtering |
Fan Only Mode. |
without cooling. Since fan only settings do not |
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Auto Fan Speed
Set to Auto fan speed for the fan speed to |
NOTE: Auto Fan Speed cannot be used when in the |
automatically set to the speed needed to provide |
Fan Only Mode. |
optimum comfort settings with the set temperature. |
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If the room needs more cooling, the fan speed |
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cooling, the fan speed will automatically decrease. |
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Power Outage Recovery Feature
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About the controls on the air conditioner—models with control knobs.
Features and appearance will vary.
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TEMPERATURE CONTROL
Controls
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 & Nighttime Cooling—Select Low Cool with the TEMPERATURE control at midpoint.
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.
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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 |
To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not |
from the wall outlet before cleaning. |
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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.
How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control
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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.
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Installation |
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Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com
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.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Some models require a 115/120-volt a.c., 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 a.c., 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.
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 |
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Pencil |
Ruler or tape measure |
Level |
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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. 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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Window |
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sash seal |
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window gasket |
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conditioner |
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Type B (2) |
Type C (5) |
Window locking |
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