GE AHH06*, AHH10*, AHH12* Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions

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

Operating Instructions

Controls.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6

Care and Cleaning

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

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

Installation Instructions.. . . . . . 7–11

Troubleshooting Tips.. . . . . . . . . . . .12

Normal Operating Sounds.. . . . . . . . . . . .12

Consumer Support

Warranty for Customers.

in the U..S..A.... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Consumer Support.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16

*Energy Star® labeled product

As an Energy Star® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the Energy Star® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #___________________________

Serial #_ __________________________

Find these numbers on a label on the side of the air conditioner..

In Canada, contact us at:

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Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

AHH06*

AHH08*

AHH10*

AHH12*

0010536026 49-7697 12-11 GE

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

nUse this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual..

nThis air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used..

nNever unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the power cord..Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle..

nReplace 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..

nTurn the unit OFF and unplug your air conditioner before cleaning..

nGE does not support any servicing of the air conditioner..We strongly recommend that you do not attempt to service the air conditioner yourself..

nFor 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..

nAll 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..

nIf the receptacle does not match the plug, the receptacle must be changed out by a qualified electrician..

nThese 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

2service 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

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..

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.

Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings.

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

	°F/°C
	Hr		Unit power
			on/off
			Mode select
			Fan speed
Auto	Cool	On	Delay 1–24hr
High	Energy	Off
Med	Saver		Temperature
	FanOnly
Low			set/Delay Timer	Temp / Delay
			Increase and

Decrease

Temp / Delay

Air Conditioner Controls

Remote Control

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..

Temp and Delay Increase ▲/Decrease ▼

Pads

Use to set temperature or delay time. . Temperature can be set in Cool and Energy Saving mode..

Mode Pad

Use to set the air conditioner to Fan Only, Cool, or Energy Saver mode..

Fan Speed Pad

In Cool, Energy Saving mode:

Use to set the fan speed to Auto, High, Med or Low on the unit..

In Fan Only mode:

Use to set the fan speed to High, Med, or Low on the unit..

Delay Pad

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 remote control.Eeach 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..

To review the remaining time on the Delay 1–24hr timer, press the Delay 1–24hr pad on the unit or 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 Decrease ▼pad on the unit or the remote control until the set time is zero. .After 3 seconds the light on the Delay 1-24 hour pad goes off.

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DoNotOperateinFreezingOutdoorConditions

This cool-only air conditioner was not designed for freezing outdoor conditions..It must not be used in freezing outdoor conditions..

Remote Control

n	To ensure proper operation, aim the remote	n	Make sure nothing is between the air conditioner
	control at the signal receiver on the air		and the remote control that could block the
	conditioner..		signal..
n	The remote control signal has a range of	n	Make sure batteries are fresh and installed
	up to 20 feet..		correctly as indicated on the remote control..

Cool Mode

Use the Cool mode at Low, Med, High or Speed for cooling..Use the Temperature Increase ▲/ Decrease

▼pads to set the desired temperature between 61°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 and 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	OFF—The fan runs all the time, while the compressor
compressor..This results in wider variations of room	cycles on and off..
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.

Fan Only Mode

Use the Fan Only Mode at Low, Med or 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..

Auto Fan Speed

Set to Auto 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..

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About the controls on the air conditioner

Additional important information.

Air Direction

Use the lever to adjust the air direction left, right, up and down..

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..

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

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..

How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control

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2

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Remove the battery cover by twisting it according to the arrow direction. .A coin can be used to twist the cover..

Insert new battery, making sure that the (+) and

(–) of battery are installed correctly..

Reattach the cover by twisting it back into position..

NOTES:

nUse one CR 2025 (3V) Lithium battery..

nRemove the batteries from the remote control if the system is not going to be used for a long time..

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	Instructions
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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 when installing this air conditioner..

										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..
								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..	7

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 head screwdriver

Drill and 1/8” drill bit

Pencil		Ruler or tape measure

Level		Scissors or knife

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..

Installation Instructions

PARTS INCLUDED		Foam top window
(Appearance may vary)				Side Curtain
		gasket
				Frame
Top mounting rail			Left	Right
		Side Curtain
		(2)
Air .
conditioner
		Remote
		Control
		Temp / Delay	Bottom Seal
		Side Brackets (2)		Window locking .
				bracket (1)
AHH06*	Type A (3)
AHH08*		Type B (9)
AHH10*	Type A (4)
AHH12*
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Installation Instructions

1WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

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

•The air conditioner can be installed without the side curtain 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..

•Follow the dimensions in the table and illustration for your model..

Models	A	B
AHH06LQ	13 3/8″ min..	25″– 36″
AHH08LQ
AHH10AQ	14 9/16″ min..	24 1/2″– 38″
AHH12AQ

A

B

(With side curtain panels)

2 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 .
		(on some windows)
	1/2″ higher	Wood
	than storm
	window	Sill
	frame
	Storm window	Vinyl frame
	frame

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3 PREPARE THE AIR CONDITIONER

AInstall the top moutning rail with Type A screws, 4 for AHH12 and AHH10 and 3 for AHH08 and AHH06 from the outside of the case..

Top Mounting rail

Bottom mounting rail

BSlide the side curtain panels into the side panel rails.

CSlide left and right side curtain frames into top and bottom rails. Make sure that side curtains snap into side of the frames.

Top mounting rail Top right Top left

Bottom mounting rail

Installation Instructions

4 INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER 

IN THE WINDOW

AMark the center of the window. .Set the air conditioner in the window so that is it centered. .Place the air conditioner so that front edge of the bottom mounting rail is against the back edge of the sill..

BBring the window down so that the front edge of the top mounting is in front of the window. .Make sure that the air conditioner is level or tilting slightly to the outside..

CExtend the curtain panels until they fill the window. .Mark the location of the holes in each corner. .Use the drill and 1/8” drill bit to drill pilot holes. .Use 4 type B screws to secure the side panels in place..

Type B screws

5 SECURE AIR CONDITIONER

ALoosen the screw on the right hand side of the air conditioner near the bottom..

BSlide a side bracket over the screw so that the bracket is resting on the window sill. .Tighten the screw..

CUse a 1/8” drill bit to drill a starter hole into the window sill through the holes in the side bracket. .Use two type B screws to attach the side bracket to the window sill..

DRepeat the side bracket installation on the left side..

ERemove backing on bottom seal. .Place seal, adhesive side down, on the bottom of the air conditioner behind the bottom mounting rail..

Bottom Seal

Bottom mounting rail

Front

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