GE AHL10, AHL12 Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions

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	Operating Instructions
	Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	4, 5
	Care and Cleaning
	Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 6
	Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 6
	Installation Instructions. . . . . .	7–11
	Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . .	. .12
	Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . . . .	. .12
	Consumer Support
	Consumer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. .14
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Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

AHL10

AHL12

49-7726 10-13 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

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.

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

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
2	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

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

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, Energy Saving and Auto mode.

Mode Pad

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

Fan Speed Pads

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

Reset Filter

LED will turn on when fan has accumluated 250 hours of run time as a reminder to clean filter. Press Reset Filter to turn off the LED and reset

the accumulated run time.

Delay Pad

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'HOD\ 2))³When 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. Each touch of the Increase + / Decrease – pads on the unit or 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 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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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.

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 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

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High or Med fan with a middle set temperature.

For Maximum Cooling³6HOHFW WKH Cool mode and High fan with a lower set temperature.

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Cool mode and Low fan with a middle set temperature.

Energy Saver Mode

Energy Saver mode conserves energy by optimizing the cooling power of your air conditioner. Once the desired temperature is reached, the fan will turn off to save energy.

The fan will periodically turn back on to ensure that all cooling capacity in the unit is used. This is the default setting for all Energy Star air conditioners, and they are intended

to operate this way. In addition, each time the unit is powered down, it will re-start in Energy Saver mode. This includes if the unit turns back on by the Time Delay On/Off mode.

When Energy Saver mode is ON:

It is normal for the fan to cycle “Off” and then back “On” in this mode. This on/off cycle can repeat multiple times. Because the fan will cycle off, you may notice a variation in room temperature and humidity.

When Energy Saver mode is OFF:

The fan will run continuously, and in Cool mode the compressor will cycle on and off to maintain room temperature.

To override Energy Saver mode, toggle the “Mode” button from “Energy Saver” to “Fan” or “Cool” settings.

Fan Only Mode	cooling, a Set temperature cannot be entered. The
Use the Fan Only Mode at Low, Med or High fan
speed to provide air circulation and filtering without	room temperature will appear in the display.
cooling. Since fan-only settings do not provide
Auto Fan Speed	If the room needs more cooling, the fan speed
Set to Auto for the fan speed to automatically set
to the speed needed to provide optimum comfort	will automatically increase. If the room needs less
settings with the set temperature.	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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Remove battery cover screw and simultaneously push in the side and pull out the plastic retainer to remove battery.

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

(–) of battery are installed correctly.

Reattach the cover by snapping it into the remote and replacing the screw.

NOTES:

Use one CR 2025 (3V) Lithium battery.

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	Air Conditioner
Instructions

Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

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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.

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

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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.

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	Installation Instructions
PARTS INCLUDED		Foam top window
(Appearance may vary)
		gasket
	Top mounting		Side Curtain Frame Right (1)
		Side Curtain (2)	Side Curtain Frame Left (1)
	rail gasket
Top mounting rail

Bottom seal gasket

Air conditioner

Remote

Control

Hr

On

Off

	Side Brackets (2)	Window locking
		bracket (1)

Type A (4)

Type B (9)

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Installation Instructions

1 AHH10 WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

These instructions are for a standard double-hung

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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
AHL10	14 9/16s min.	25s– 36 21/32s
AHL12	14 9/16s min.	26 1/8s– 37 25/32s

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: 2s

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 1/2s higher than the top of the storm window frame or the vinyl frame.

Attach securely with nails or screws provided by the installer.

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

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3 PREPARE THE AIR CONDITIONER

AInstall top mounting rail gasket on the bottom side of the top mounting rail so that it will fit between the rail and the top of the unit. Peel the adhesive backing off of the top mounting rail gasket and stick on the part while aligning the holes.

BRemove 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

CInstall the top mounting rail with 4 Type A screws from the outside of the case.

Top mounting rail

Bottom mounting rail

DSlide the side curtain panels into the side panel rails.

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

Top left

Top mounting rail

Top right

Bottom mounting rail