GE Air Conditioner Use and Care Manual

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DATE OF PURCHASE

SETEMPERATURE

FAN off COOL

high

med

OFF - Turns air conditioner

ff. AN HIGH - Permits high fan

speed operation with no cool-

cooling.

FAN LOW - Permits low fan speed operation with no cooling. NOTE: For fan only operation ENERGY SAVER must be in the OFF position.

COOL HIGH - Permits cool-

ing with high fan speed operation, COOL MED - Permits cooling with medium fan speed oper-

tion, COOL LOW - Permits cooling with low fan speed operation.

SELECTOR

N MED - Permits medium

n speed operation with no

med

TEMPERATURE

The rotary control marked TEMPERATURE is the ther-

mostat. it will automatically control the temperature of the indoor air. The temperature is selected by positioning the control knob to the

desired number. The higher the number selected, the cooler the indoor air will be.

AIR EXCHANGER

The rotary control marked AIR EXCHANGER controls the air exchange to the outdoors. When the Air Sxchanger is in the CLOSED

position only the air inside the room can be circulated and conditioned. When the Air Exchanger is in the OPEN position a portion of the”indoor air is exhausted from the room.

ENERGY SAVER

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ENERGY SAVER

The

ENERGY SAVER switch controls the fan operation. With the ENERGY SAVER in the OFF position the fan will continuously circulate room air to give the best room temperature control.

In the ON position the fan will automatically cycle on and off to provide the most economical operation.

FOR NORMAL COOLING

Position the SELECTOR switch to High Cool.

2, Set the TEMPERATURE control to the desired number

(usually the mid-point is a good starting position). If the 3. Position the Al R EXCHANGER room temperature is not satisfactory after a reasonable periocl of time, adjust the temperature control to a higher

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number (for a cooler indoor air temperature) or a lower number (for a warmer indoor air temperature).

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FOR MAXIMUM COOLING

1. Position the SELECTOR switch to High Cool.

2, Set TEMPERATURE control on 10.

position.

FOR QUIETER OPERAT!QN

control to the CLOSED ~. SetTemperatUre.

1. Set SELECTOR on Cool Low.

3. Set AIR EXCHANGER on CLOSED,

control to CLOSED

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NIGHT TIME OPERATION

During evening hours having reduced heat loads - set the Selector on Low speed for very quiet operation, and the Temperature setting at mid-range (5 or 6).

AIR EXCHANGER

With the controls set for either cooling or fan operation only, room air can be exhausted to the outside by positioning the AIR EXCHANGER control to the OPEN position. This can be help-

ful in removing stale air, smoke or odors from the room . . . and permits outdoor air to enter through openings normal to house construction.

NOTE: Cooling effectiveness isreduced when the air exchanger isOPEN, so it issuggestedit not be left OPEN for long periods, particularly on hot, humid days.

A!R DIRECTION ADJUSTMENT

RI GHTAND LEFT AIR

To adjust air direction right or left or any position in between, usetabs located at bottom of louvers (A).

Care and

TIJRN AIR CONDITIONER OFF AND REMOVE PLUG FROM RECEPTACLE

TO CLEAN FILTER

The filter should be washed at least every 30 days and more often if required. The appearance grille must be removed to gain accessto the filter. Carefully push down on top corners of appearance grille and pull out. The filter can now be removed for cleaning.

Vacuum filter on the dusty side or wash with running water. Run water from the cleaner side of the filter to drive out the accumulated dust and lint. Shake to dry.

The nameplate which shows the model and serial number can be seen behind the discharge grille, when grille is removed.

AIR CIRCULATION

ir circulation and filtering witl?out cooling,

For a

High,

Med or Low on the SELECTOF? switch.

method and frequency with which this service should be per-

formed in your locality.

select Fan

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LEFTAIR

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TO CLEAN AIR CONDITIONER

Grilles Inay !~e wi~]ed Cle;ln wilh a cloth dalmpened in milci

det(:rf]etlt sol(ltiotl. Ct]17inel IT)ay t)e w:Islleci with mild soap or (Il:tergerl t :IIIIJ lukewarm water. forrnanc(; , {;ollclt)lls(:r (:oiis (we<]tl]er sitie of unit) should be

c11(2cI<CCIperiodically and clean(+cj, Gellerol Electric service elltlf:t for its reco[?li17(:rlci:]tionon the

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FOR PERSONAL sAFETY, T1-fIs AppLIANCE MUST BE PROPERLY

GROUNDED.

power cord of this appliance is equipped with

ree.prong (grounding) plug which mates witha

standard three-prong (grounding) wall receptacle

1) to minimize the possibility ‘of electric hazard from this app!iance. The customer

shouId have the.wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded.

Where a standard two-prong wall receptacle is encountered, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer TO have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall receptacle.

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

A. USAGE SITUATIONS WHERE APPLIANCE’S POWER CORD WILL BE

DISCONNECTED INFREQUENTLY.

USE OF ADAPTER PLUG (115 VOLT UNITS)

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Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if you still elect

to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a

TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong wall receptacle by

the use of a UL listed adapter which is available at most local hardware stores (Fig. 2). The larger

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slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the receptacle to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.

CAUTION: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unlessthe cover screw is metal, and not insulated, dnd the wall receptacle is grounded through the house wiring. The customer should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make surethe receptacle is properly grounded.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal isvery likely to break with repeated use. Should this happen, DC) NOT USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established,

B. USAGE SITUATIONS WHERE APPLIANCE’S POWER CORD WILL BE

Do not use an adapter plug in thesesituations becausefrequent disconnecting

of the power cord places undue strain on the adapter and leads to eventual failure of the adapter ground terminal. The customer should have the two prong wall receptacle replaced with a three-prong (grounding) receptacle by a qualified electrician before using the appliance.

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you still elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord and the current carrying rating of the cord in amperes be equal to or greater than the branch circuit size shown

on the rating nameplate of this appliance. Such extension cords are obtainable through your local service organization.

DISCONNECTED FREQUENTLY.

your air conditioner won’t run or doesn’t appear to be cooling as it should

Is there anything bfocking the

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When blocked by curtains, blinds, or furniture, etc., the

air flow is restricted and cool-

in{) performance

Is the Wmpcrature (thermo stat) set to the highest num-

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FOR “NOT COOLING AS IT SHOULD”

of the air conditioner?

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h4AKE YOUR OWN SELF-SERVICE CHECK

BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE TECHNICIAN

Was the room very hot when the air conditioner was first turned on, and has it had time to cool the room down?

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When heat is allowec~ to “store up” in walls, furniture, rugsancl draperies, it will take

the air conditioner longer to cool the room ciown, Whenever possitlle, give the air conditioner a head start before the room heats

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“WON’T RUN8’

Is the air conditioner piugged

in?

The plug was accidentally bumped by the vacuum sweeper, sofa or chair, etc.

If it’s plugged in, could there be a blown or loose fuse or tripped circuit breaker?

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If when you replace the fuse

or reset the circuit breaker It immediately blows again, call your authorized servicer or our factory service organization.

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THERMOSTAT CLICK Whenthe compressor cycles on and off a metallic sound may be heard. This should be considered normal.

WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE Air conditioner must be install-

ed level or tilted slightly to the outside for proper water disposal, On exceptionally hot and humid days the air conditioner may permit excess water to i]ass thiU the rear drain tube

or overflow. This should be considered normal.

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FAN RUNS CONTINUOUSLY

When the selector is in the cool or fan position, the fan will run continuously. When the selector is in the Power Saver position, the fan will cycle on and off with the compressor.

WATER IN BASE PAN The moisture that this unit removes from the indoor air drains to the rear of the cabinet where it is picked ui~by a fan and dispersed against the outdoor corrdenser coil. This normal for a short pet-iocf in

,Iess humid areas anc~longer in

very humid areas. This method of moisture removal the operational efficiency of your air conditioner.

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FULL ONE-YEARWARRANTY

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GENERAL ELECTR!CAIR CONDITIONER

From General Electric to You —

and applies to products purchased in the United States, of Columbia and employed in ordinary home use.

We Wilj do — If your General Electric air conditioner fails because of a manufacturing defect within one year from the date o

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original purchase, we the home in the 48 contiguous states, in the state of Hawaii, or in the District of Columbia. You are required to furnish proof of purchase date to establish the warranty period. This may be a bill of sale, a cancelled check or other payment record which verifies t original purchase.

How to obtain service - Service will be ~rovided by our local Customer Care

chised Customer Care servicersdurinq normal businesshours after you notify us of the need for service. Service can be arranged by telephone.

Look up “service”

rectory or “General Electric Customer Care Service’ in the yellow pagesor write to the addressgiven below. What is not covered — This warranty does not cover the failure of your Air Conditioner if it isdamaged while in your possession,or

if the failure is caused by unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance. In no event

shall General Electric be liable for consequential! damages. This warranty does not apply to the state of Alaska, the Commonwealth

specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Commercial Applications

the commercial owner’s responsibility to make the air conditioner accessible for service by an individual technician. This means that the owner may be required to remove the unit from or re-instali units in overhead installations or any other inconvenient location or to pay the chargesfor this work.

ci~~~t;~~r ~on~equential damage!,a~ that the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty givesyou

will repair the product without charge to you. Parts and service labor are inciuded. Service will be provided in

under General Electric Company or

— All provisions of this warranty apply to commercial usage as well as to household usageexcept that it is

This warranty Is extended by General Electric to the original purchaserand to any succeedingowner .

Vlrg~n Islands, G American Samoa or the Canal Zone. Some statesdo not allow the exclusion of limita-

retained within the 48 contiguous states, the state of Hawaii, or in the District

@factory service organization or by one of our fran-

“General Electric Factory Service

“ in the white pagesof your telephone di-

ADDITIONAL FULL FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY ON THE COMPRESSOR

The compressor is covered in the above full one-year warranty. In addition to that warranty we will replace the compressor if it fails because of a manufacturing defect within the second through fifth year after original purchase. We will bear the cost of both parts and labor. All other provisions are the sameasstated in the above full one-year warranty.

SEALED REFRIGERATING SYSTEM

LIMITED WARRANTY

APPLICABLETO THE STATE OF ALAS!(A

In the state of Alaska free service including parts will be provided to correct manufacturing defects at our nearest service shop Iota or in your home, but we do not cover the cost of transportation of the product to the shop or for travel cost of a technician to your ho You are responsible for those costs.

Where to get further help —

Manager — Customer Relations WARRANTOR:

General Electric Company Appliance Park, WCE — Room 316 Louisville, Kentucky 40225 Louisville, Kentucky 40225

If you wish further help or information concerning this warranty contact:

All other provisions of this limited warranty are the same as those stated in the full warranties ab

General Electric Company Appliance Park

FOR SERVICE AFTER THE WARRANTY PER!OD

Even the finest precision-built appliances may require service from time to time. In some areas, authorized General Electric major appliance service organizations offer sewice contracts, beyond the original warranty period, which enabie tact your local authorized General. Electric major appliance service organization to ascertain whether service contracts are available in your area, and to learn the details of their plan and its terms and conditions.

YOU to budget for such occurrences. Con-

(;EN Ef?AL ELECTRIC COMPANY, APPlian~e pclrl~tLollisville, KY. 40225

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