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Safety Instructions ......... 2,s
Operating Instructions ..... 4-9
Careand Cleaning
Air Filter .......................... 11
Front Grille ........................ 10
Grille and Case ................... 10
Outdoor Coils .................... 10
Installation Instructions
Before You Begin.............. 12, 13
Installing a J-Model in
an Existing Wall Case ............. 14
Through-the-Wall
Installation ....................... 15
Window Installation
(Optional) ...................... 16-21
Troubleshooting Tips ....... 22
Normal Operating Sounds ....... 22
Consumer Support
Consumer Support ...... Back Cover
Warranty......................... 23
*ENERGY STAR ® labeled product
Cool Only:
Heat/Cool:
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AJEM 12 DCD
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determined that this product meets the
ENERGYSTAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Find these numbers on a label on the front of
the base pan behind the front grille.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
WARNING!Riskofelectricshock.
Can cause injury or death. Foryour safety,
the information in this manual must be followed
to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or
personal injury.
use this appliance only for its intended
purpose us 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
NOTE: We strongly recommend that any
servicing be performed by a qualified
individual.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
,IkWARNING! niskofelectricshock.
Can cause injury or death. This appliance
must be properly grounded. 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.
Have the wall outlet and circuit checked
by a qualified electrician to make sure
the outlet is properly grounded.
Power cord may include a current
interrupter device. Atest 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 RESETbutton. If the TESTbutton does
not trip or if the RESETbutton will not
stay engaged, discontinue use of the air
conditioner and contact a qualified service
technician.
_kWARNING! niskofelectricshock.
Can cause injury or death.
new power supply cord obtained from
the manufacturer and not repaired. Do
not use a cord that shows crocks or
abrasion damage along its length or at
either the plug or connector end.
Turn OFFand unplug your air conditioner
before making any repairs or cleaning.
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.
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.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS--115-volt models onl
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A WARNING! Riskofelectricshock.
Can cause injury or death.
We strongly recommend against the use
of an extension cord.
If you must use an extension cord,
it is absolutely necessary that it be u
UL-listed, 14-gauge, 3-wire grounding-
type appliance extension cord having u
grounding-type plug and outlet and that
the electrical rating of the cord be 15
amperes (minimum) and 125 volts.
DO NOT use an extension cord with any
of the 230/208-volt models.
USEOFADAPTER PLUGS-115-volt modelsonl,
A WARNING! Riskofelectricshock.
Can cause injury or death.
We strongly recommend against the use
of on adapter plug.
If you must use an adapter, where local
codes permit, a temporary connection
may be made to o properly grounded
2-prong wall outlet by use of a UL-listed
adapter available at most local hardware
stores.
The larger slot inthe adopter must be
aligned with the larger slot in the wall
outlet to provide proper polarity inthe
connection of the power cord.
When disconnecting the power cord from
the adapter, always hold the adopter in
place with one hand while pulling the
power cord plug with the other hand.
If this is not done, the adapter ground
terminal isvery 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, 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.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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About the controls on the air conditioner-Cool OnlyModels
Appearance may vary.
• COOL
• FAN
ON
• OFF
TIMER
• HIGH
• MED
• Low
TEMP
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Air Conditioner Controls
Lights beside the touch pods on the oir conditioner
control ponel indicote the selected settings.
Controls
O ON/OFF
Turnsair conditioner on and off.
O isplay
Displaysthe temperature setting. Displays
hours when setting the timer.
O MODE
On the remote control, useto set the air
conditioner to COOLor FAN mode.
On the air conditioner controls, use to
set COOLor FANmode at HIGH,NED or
LOWfun speed. Indicator lights on the air
conditioner controls will show the mode
and fun speed selected.
TEMP Increase +/Decrease - Pads
O
Useto set temperature when in COOL
mode.
O Fan Speeds (Remote control only)
Useto set the fan speed at LOW,NED
orHIGH.
TIMER
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ON-When the air conditioner isoff,it can
be set to automatically turn on in half an
hour to 24 hours at its previous setting.
Eachtouch will set the time in half hours up
to 10 and then in hours up to 24.
Remote Control
To cancel the On Timer,pressthe ONpad
until the display time disappears.
OFF--Whenthe air conditioner ison, itcon
be set to automatically turn off in half on
hour to 24 hours. Eachtouch will set the
time in half hours up to 10 and then in hours
up to 24.
To cancel the Off Timer, press the OFF pad
until the display time disappears.
SLEEP
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Pressto set the air conditioner to run for
8 hours before it automatically returns to
the previous setting.
When the sleeptimer is set,the set
temperature will automatically increase
2°Foffer the second hour then 1% each
hour over the next two hours.
To cancel the sleep mode, press the
MODE pod or the SLEEP pod u second time.
Remote Control Signal Receiver
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NOTE: When the air conditioner isturned on,
it will automatically start in the setting last used.
Remote Control
Toensure proper operation, aim the remote
control at the signal receiver on the air
conditioner.
The remote control signal hasa range
of up to 21 feet.
Make sure nothing isbetween the air
conditioner and the remote control that
could block the signal.
Make sure batteries ore fresh and installed
correctly-see the Coreand Cleaningsection.
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COOL NODE
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RemoteControl
1.PressCOOLpad.
2.PressLOW,NED or HIGH pads to set desiredfan
speed.
3.PresstheINCREASE+/DECREASE- padstoset
thedesiredtemperature60°Fto 8S°Fin I°F
increments.
ControlPanel
1.PresstheMODEpaduntiltheCOOLindicatorlightislit
andtheLOW,NEDor HIGHindicatorlightis litfor the
desiredfanspeed.
2.PresstheINCREASE+/DECREASE-padstosetthe
desiredtemperature60°Fto85°FinI°F increments.
Athermostatisusedto maintaintheroomtemperature.
Thecompressorwillcycleonandoffto keeptheroom
atthe setlevelofcomfort.Setthethermostatat a lower
numberandthe indoorairwillbecomecooler.
FAN NODE
UsetheFANmodeto provideaircirculationandfiltering
withoutcooling.Sincefan-onlysettingsdonotprovide
cooling,a temperaturesettingwillnot bedisplayed.
Setthethermostatat a highernumberandthe indoorair
willbecomewarmer.
NOTE:Iftheairconditionerisoffandisthenturnedon
whilesetto COOL,itwilltakeapproximately3minutes
forthe compressortostartandcoolingto begin.
Cooling Descriptions
ForNormalCooling-SelecttheCOOLmodeandHIGH
or NEDfanwitha middlesettemperature.
ForMaximumCooling-SelecttheCOOLmode
and HIGHfanwitha lowersettemperature.
ForQuieterand NighttimeCooling-SelecttheCOOL
modeandLOWfanwith a middlesettemperature.
NOTE:Ifyouswitchfrom a COOLsettingto OFFor to
a fan setting,waitat least3minutesbeforeswitching
backto a COOLsetting.
RemoteControl
PressFANpad.PressLOW,NEDor HIGHpadstoset
desiredfanspeed.
ControlPanel
PresstheMODEpaduntiltheFANindicatorlightis lit
andtheLOW,NEDorHIGHindicatorlightislitfor the
desiredfanspeed.
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About the controls on the air conditioner-Heat/Cool Models
Appearance may vary.
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ON/OFF
ON
• OFF
TIMER
• HIGH • HEAT
• Low
TEMP
Air Conditioner Controls
Lights beside the touch pads on the air conditioner
control panel indicate the selected settings.
Controls
O ON/OFF
Turnsair conditioner on and off.
O isplay
Displaysthe temperature setting. Displays
hourswhen setting the timer.
MODE
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On the air conditioner controls, useto set
COOL,HEATor FANmode. Indicator lights
on the air conditioner controls will show the
mode selected.
TEMP Increase +/Decrease - Pads
@
Useto set temperature when in COOL
or HEATmode.
O FAN Speeds
Useto set the fan speed at LOW or HIGH.
Indicator lights will show the speed selected.
• Cool
• FAN
Remote Control
TIMER
O
ON-When the air conditioner isoff, it can
be set to automatically turn on in half an
hour to 24 hours at its previous setting.
Eachtouch will setthe time in half hours
up to 10 and then in hours up to 24.
Tocancel the OnTimer, pressthe ON pad
until the display time disappears.
OFF--When the air conditioner ison, it can
be set to automatically turn off in half an
hour to 24 hours. Each touch will set the
time in half hours up to 10 and then in hours
up to 24.
To cancel the Off Timer, press the OFF pad
until the display time disappears.
Remote Control Signal Receiver
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Remote Control
Toensure proper operation, aim the
remote control at the signal receiver
on the air conditioner.
The remote control signal hasa range
of up to 21feet.
NOTE: When the air conditioner isturned on,
it will automatically start in the setting last used.
Make sure nothing isbetween the air
conditioner and the remote control that
could block the signal.
Make sure batteries are fresh and installed
correctly-see the Careand Cleaningsection.
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COOL MODE
RemoteControl
1.PressCOOLpad.
2.PressLOWorHIGHpadstosetdesiredfanspeed.
3.PresstheINCREASE+/ DECREASE- padsto setthe
desiredtemperature50°Fto85°FinI°F increments.
ControlPanel
1.PresstheMODEpaduntiltheCOOLindicatorlightislit.
2.PresstheFANpaduntilHIGHor LOWindicatorlight
islit fordesiredfanspeed.
3.PresstheINCREASE+/ DECREASE- padsto setthe
desiredtemperature60°Fto85°Fin:].°Fincrements.
Athermostatisusedto maintaintheroomtemperature.
Thecompressorwillcycleonandoffto keeptheroom
atthe setlevelofcomfort.Setthethermostatat a lower
numberandthe indoorairwillbecomecooler.
HEAT MODE
RemoteControl
1.PressHEATpad.
2.PressLOWorHIGHpadsto setdesiredfanspeed.
3.PresstheINCREASE+/ DECREASE- padstosetthe
desiredtemperature60°Fto 85°Fin:].°Fincrements.
ControlPanel
1.PresstheMODEpad untiltheHEATindicatorlightislit.
2.PresstheFANpaduntilHIGHor LOWindicatorlight
islitfor desiredfanspeed.
3.Pressthe INCREASE+ / DECREASE- padstosetthe
desiredtemperature60°Fto 85°Fin:].°Fincrements.
Athermostatisusedto maintaintheroomtemperature.
Thecompressorwillcycleonandofftokeepthe room
atthe setlevelofcomfort.Setthethermostatata higher
numberandthe indoorairwillbecomewarmer.
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Setthethermostatat a highernumberandthe indoorair
willbecomewarmer.
NOTE:Iftheair conditioneris offandisthenturnedon
whilesetto COOL,it will takeapproximately3minutes
forthecompressortostartandcoolingtobegin.
CoolingDescriptions
ForNormalCooling-SelecttheCOOLmodeandHIGH
fanwith a middlesettemperature.
ForMaximumCooling-SelecttheCOOLmode
and HIGHfanwitha lowersettemperature.
ForQuieterand NighttimeCooling-SelecttheCOOL
modeandLOWfanwith a middlesettemperature.
NOTE:Therewillbea3-minutedelaybetweensetting
changessuchas COOLto OFFandbackto COOL.
Setthethermostatata lowernumberandtheindoorair
will becomecooler.
NOTE:Ifthe airconditionerisoffandisthenturnedon
whilesetto HEAT,it willtakeapproximately3minutes
forthe compressortostartandheatingtobegin.
HeatingDescriptions
ForNormalHeating-Selectthe HeatmodeandHIGH
fanwith a middlesettemperature.
ForMaximumHeating-Selectthe HEATmode
andHIGHfanwith a highersettemperature.
ForQuieterand NighttimeHeating-SelecttheHEAT
modeandLOWfanwitha middlesettemperature.
FAN
UsetheFANto provideaircirculationandfiltering
withoutcoolingor heating.Sincefanonlysettingsdonot
providecoolingorheating,a temperaturesettingwillnot
bedisplayed.
RemoteControl
PressFANpad.PressLOWorHIGHpadstosetdesired
fanspeed.
ControlPanel
PresstheMODEpaduntiltheFANindicatorlightis lit
andtheLOWor HIGHindicatorlightislit forthe desired
fanspeed.
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About the controlson theair conditioner
Vent Control
Theventcontrolislocatedbehindthefrontgrilleon the
rightsideofthe air dischargearea.WhenCLOSED,only
theair insidetheroomwillbecirculatedand conditioned.
WhenOPEN,the ventallowsoutdoorfleshairexchange.
Toopenor closethevent:
1.Removethefrontgrille.
2.Removetheventcardscrew.
S.Removeventcard,turn itoverandreplaceitby
locatingrearholein cardoverlocatingpininsideair
dischargeandreattachingscrewatfront.
Theunitleavesthefactorysetat the CLOSEposition.
OPENposition
(Meshendtowardhack)
Air Direction
Horizontallouvers
onthefront grille
letyou controlthe
airdirectionupand
down.
Auxiliary Controls - Dip Switches (location varies by model)
Theauxiliary dip switch controls are located
behind the room cabinet-as shown inthisfigure.
Theowner isresponsiblefor checking switches
and ensuring they are in the desired position.
hole
ocatinghole
Screwhol
CLOSEposition
(Meshendtowardfront)
front grille
tjustthe vertical
louversside-to-side
to directthe airleft
ht.
FanCycle/Continuous-Cool
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FanCycle/Continuous- Heat (on some models)
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Fan Cycle/Continuous - Cool
When this switch is enabled [UPJ,it allowsthe indoor
fan to cycleon/off with the compressor. When this
switch isdisabled [DOWNJ,itallows the indoor fan to run
continuously. The default setting is down (continuous).
Fan Cycle/Continuous - Heat (on some models)
When this switch is enabled [UP),it allows the indoor
fan to cycleon/off with the heater operation. When this
switch isdisabled [DOWN),it allows the indoor fan to run
continuously. The default setting is UP(cyclic).
Class 2 - Remote Thermostat (on some models)
When this switch is enabled [UP),it allows the unit
to operate with a Class2 Remote Control Wall
Thermostat. Theunit controls are disabled.
Thedefault setting isdown (disabled).
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Terminal Connections Remote Thermostat - Class 2 (on some models)
Thecontrols are located under a plastic cover
behind the front grille.
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-] emove the front grille.Seethe Front Grille
section of Careand Cleaning.
[_ Removethe screws securing the plastic cover
over the wiring connections. Setaside screws
and plastic cover.
-3] To make wiring connections, insert the wires
into the bottom of the terminals and tighten
screws securely.
--] fter alldesired connections have been made,
replace the plastic cover and front grille.
Theowner isresponsiblefor making all
connections and setting the appropriate dip
switches.
When connected, the unit will be controlled
by a remote thermostat.
NOTE:Thenumber 3 dip switch must be in
the enabled (UP)position to activate the remote
thermostat. (Seethe installation instructions
supplied with the remote thermostat.)
IHPORTANT:
Thethermostat connections provide 24 V AConly.
If usinga digital/electronic wall thermostat,
ensure it iscompatible with 2/4VACsignal.See
the Installation Instructions for the wall thermostat.
NOTICE:
Damage to a wall thermostat or to the electronics
can resultfrom improper connections. Special
care must be used in connecting the wires. Noline
voltage connections should be made to any circuit.
Isolateallwires in building from line voltage.
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Red-24 V AConly
Green- Low SpeedFan
Green- HighSpeedFan
Yellow- Compressor
White- Heater
Common-Ground
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Care and cleaning of the air conditioner.
Grille and Case
Turn the oir conditioner off ond remove the plug To cleon, use woter ond o mild detergent.
from the woll outlet before cleoning. Do not use bleoch or obrosives.
Outdoor Coils
Thecoils on the outdoor side of the oir conditioner
should be checked regulorly.
If they ore clogged with dirt or soot they moy be
professionolly steom cleoned,o service ovoiloble
through your GEserviceoutlet.
Front Grille
Thefront grille con be removed for more thorough
cleoning ond to Iocotethe model ond seriol
numbers on the front of the bose pon.
Toremove:
1. Pullthe filter out.
2. Removethe two grille screws.
On some models I
On some models
3.Pullthe grille out from the bottom ond lift up
from the tobs on the top of the cose.
0 Grille
Toreplace:
Hook the tobs on the front grille evenwith the tobs
on the cose ond snop into ploce.
Replocethe screws ond filter.
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Tomaintain optimum performance,clean the filter at leastevery30 days.
Air Filter
Toremove the air filter, on other models:
Pullit down.
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Dirtyfilter--Needs cleaning Cloggedfilter--Greatly
reducescooling,heating
andairflow.
Turn the air conditioner off before cleaning.
Themost important thing you can do to maintain
the air conditioner is to clean the filter at least
every 30 days.A clogged filter reduces cooling,
heating and air flow.
Keeping the air filter clean will:
• Decreasecost of operation.
• Saveenergy.
• Preventclogged heat exchanger coils.
• Reducethe riskof premature component failure.
Tocleon the air filters:
• Vacuum off the heavysoil.
• Runwater through the filters.
• Drythoroughly before replacing.
Toremove the air filter, on some models:
Carefullypull the tab forward, up and out.
To replace the air filter'.
Replacethe clean filter by pushing it back
into place.
N0 TICE:oonotoperate theair
conditioner without the filter in place. If a filter
becomes torn or damaged it should be replaced
immediately.
Operating without the filter in place or with a
damaged filter will allow dirt and dust to reach
the indoor coil and reduce the cooling, heating,
airflow and efficiency of the unit.
Replacement filters are available from your
salesperson, GEdealer, GE Service and Parts Center
or authorized Customer Care ®servicers.
How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control
rl] Removethe buttery cover by sliding it
according to the arrow direction.
I2-1 Insert new batteries making surethat the
(+)and (-)of battery areinstalledcorrectly.
[-3--1Reuttach the cover by sliding it back
into position.
NOTES:
• Use2 AAA(1.5volt) batteries. Do not use
rechargeable batteries.
• Removethe batteries from the remote control
ifthe system is notgoing to be usedfor a long
time.
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Installation
Air Conditioner
Instructions
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BEFOREYOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
•IMPORTANT- savetheseinstructions
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.
Air conditioner break-in period
NOTE - As with any mechanical device with moving
parts, this unit will have a wear-in period. AFTER
INSTALLATION,this unit should be operated for 48
hours to achieve optimum efficiency.
_ ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
-&WARNING! Riskofelectricshock.Can
cause injury or death. This appliance must be
properly grounded. Where a 2-prong well outlet
is encountered, it is your responsibility end
obligation to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong outlet.
60-Hz grounded outlet protected with a
Some models require a 115/120-volt a.c.,
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 isyour responsibility to have it
replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
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Somemodels require 230/208-volt a.c.,protected with a time
delayfuse or circuit breaker.Thesemodelsshould beinstalled
on their own singlebranch circuit for best performance and to
prevent overloading house or apartment wiring circuits,which
could cause a possiblefire hazardfrom overheating wires.
ELECTRICALREQUIREMENTS(cont.}
Do not change the plug on the power cord of
this
air conditioner.
Aluminum house wiring may present special
problems-consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT!
GEstrongly recommends the removal of the old well case
end the installation of anew GEWell Case.If you decide to
keep the existing well case,you may need a kit to ensure
proper performance. If you DO NOTusea kit, you run the
risk of poor performance or product failure. This isnot
covered under the terms of the GEwarranty.
J-MODEL QUALIFYING QUESTIONS
J-model air conditioners may fit in existing wall cases.
However,they often need a kit to properly adapt the case
to the GEair conditioner.Answer these questions and see
the chart on the next page for the proper kit.
[] What brand air conditioner will you be replacing?
[] What ere the dimensions of the well case currently
m use?
r_ Whet is the model number of the chassis
currently in use?Whet isthe model (or Type} number
of the well case currently in use?
Frequently,the J-model adapter kit will apply to another
brand model "series"or specific vintage. In these cases,
you need the chassismodel number and/or the wall
case or "type" number to confirm the use of the correct
adapter kit.
r_ What type of outdoor grille is usedwith the current
wall case?
Theremaybeanarchitecturalgrilleattachedtoa wall
caseto enhancetheexteriorappearanceof thebuilding.
CustomgrillesmaybeusedwithJ-modelwallcases
providedaJ-modeladapterkitisalsousedtoensure
properairflow.
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Installation Instructions
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
Power cord may include 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 TESTbutton and then the RESETbutton.
If the TESTbutton does not trip or if the RESETbutton
will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air
conditioner and contact a qualified service technician.
TOOLS YOU MAY NEED
Phillips-head
screwdriver
Drill
Pencil Level
AdjustableWrench
Ruler or Tape Measure
Scissorsorknife
Handor SaberSaw
GE KIT NUMBERS
USE GE
KIT NUMBER: FOR: DESCRIPTION:
RAB46A, 47A Use these kits for all GE Standard wall case for "J" model chassis. RAG13 stamped
& 48A models and other brands aluminum exterior grille included. Remove the existing case
not listed and replace.
RAK65A1 All GE Models Kit for window installation.
RAKS6A100 GE RAB13, 14 & 15 Fits all GE wall cases 26"W x 18"H x 24"D.
(ACLB & RCL Chassis)
RAK1072
RAK1082
RAKl102
RAK123A64
RAK126
RAB46,47 & 48
RAK690
RAG13
RAG14E
Hotpoint ACXB10 & 11
(ACTB Chassis)
Whirlpool Type 23W
Wall Case
GE RAB30 Adapts GE wall case to a "J" model chassis.
('F" models) Fits the RAB 30 wall case 26"W x 18"H x 24"D.
Fedders Wall Case "A" Adapts Fedders wall case to a "J" model chassis.
Westinghouse Wall Case
(Type 2626D73H01)
Use these kits for all
other brands not listed.
RAB36, 37, 38, 46, 47 or 48
(J-Chassis)
RAB36, 37, 38, 46, 47 or 48 Standard aluminum exterior grille (included with RAB46, 47
(J-Chassis) and 48 wall cases).
RAB36, 37, 38, 46, 47 or 48 Architectural Iouvered exterior grille.
(J-Chassis)
Adapts an older Hotpoint wall case to a "J" model chassis.
Fits Hotpoint wall cases 2Ss/4"W x 16Ys"H x 18SA"D.
Adapts Whirlpool wall case to a "J" model chassis.
Fits Whirlpool wall cases 2STA"W x 16½"H x 23½"D.
Fits Fedders wall cases 27"W x 16¾"H x 16sA"D.
Adapts Westinghouse wall case to a "J" model chassis.
Fits Westinghouse wall cases 2S½"W x 1ST/ld'H x 16"D.
Standard wall case for "J" model chassis. RAG13 stamped
aluminum exterior grille included. Remove the existing case
and replace.
If you attach a custom architectural outdoor grille, use this kit
to ensure proper airflow.
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING A J-MODEL IN AN EXISTING WALL CASE
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
ITI REMOVE LOCKING PLATE ON FRONT
LEFT SIDE
[] REMOVE ALL SHIPPING PADS
(IF PRESENT) INSIDE AIR CONDITIONER
NEXT TO COMPRESSOR
141REINSTALL LOCKING PLATE WITH TAB
BEHIND WALL CASE FLANGE. TIGHTEN
SCREW
[] ATTACH POWER CORD TO BASE PAN
WITH CLAMP
I_1ATTACH FRONT GRILLE
An opening for the power cord is on the bottom
of the front grille.
Remove
shipping
pads(if
present)
r31CAREFULLY SLIDE AIR CONDITIONER
BACK INTO CASE
Moke sure thot the tubing on the unit does
not touch the woll cose ond thot the cose
instollotion is secure.
1
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Installation Instructions
INSTALLING THROUGH THE WALL
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
ITI PREPARE OPENING IN WALL
Make certain a wall receptacle isavailable close
to the hole location or make arrangements to install
a receptacle.
The cord length for the 11S-volt models is 72"
to the right and 47" to the left.
For the 230/208-volt models the cord length is 65"
to the right and 39" to the left.
1-21SUPPORTREQUIREMENTS FOR AIR
CONDITIONER
The air conditioner wall case may be installed
with 1/4" min. extension out from the inside wall
or with 1/4" min. extension out from the outside wall.
The finished sides of the opening should be structural
wall members.
Lintel - Usea lintel in brick veneer and brick
and block types of wall to support the bricks
or blocks above the opening. Do not allow the wall
case to be used in lieu of a lintel.
Flashing - Install flashing (drip rail) as shown
to prevent water from dripping inside the wall
and down the outside of the building.
131SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR
CONDITIONER
Mortar between the case and the brick wall around
the case may be undercut at about 45° for
improved caulking.
Inside
Topofcase
/' y_
Caulking-- Undercut
Outside
mortar
Brickveneer
Lintelangle_.. _ , Jl_
(ifrequired) _ _b_-_d/ 'i ii/lll!l --Plasterline
Caulking l_=-_ i i _;
on the outside_ _ Trimmolding
andinside (ifdesired)
of the case)
(driprail)
Flashing ___)
1/4"rain.extension--
insidethewallfrom
Caulking
(above
,rand below
thetrimmolding
|
|
!
Roomside
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Installation Instructions
WINDOW INSTALLATION--OPTIONAL
,6,WARNING! Risko_injuryInstallationmustcomply withtheseguidelines.
Requires optional accessory kits RAK65A1 and Wall Sleeve RAB46A, 47A or 48A
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
F Vinylwindowgasket
Sillsupport
bra_
[F_ Caseside
gasket(2)
_/ 2angles
_e_'ltJ _" (leftandright
B
qightside
FillerPanels
Cutpanels
anddiscard
centerpiece
o
TypeA(9) TypeC(painted)(B) TypeD(2)
hand) _
• clip(4) L Bottomwindowgasket
Leftside
c_"
::D-
r
TypeE(4)
Casetop gasket
Supportbrackethardware
Foamtop
window gasket
Window
locking
bracket
Spacer(2)
Locknut(2)
$
Adjustingbolt(2)
TypeB(2)
17"1WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
• These instructions ore for a standard double-hung window.
You will need to modify them for other types of windows.
• The air conditioner con be installed without the accordion
ponds if needed to fit in a narrow window. See the window
opening dimensions to the right.
• All supporting ports must be secured to firm wood, masonry
or metal.
• The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord.
Largewasher(2)
I
B===O
17"min.
31"to43"
(Withfillerpanels)
if. m
I
26W' min.(Withoutfillerpanels)
Windowopeningdimensionsarefor
a standarddouble-hungwindow.
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Installation Instructions
[] STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
A storm window frame will not allow the air
conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will keep
it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach
a piece of wood to the stool.
1/2"higher _
thanframe t
/ Wood
Storm
window
frame
J
REMOVE AIR CONDITIONER FROM CASE
[] Remove the front grille. See the Care and Cleaning
section.
rBI Find the locking plate located on the front
left side.
req
Remove the screw and the locking plate to unlock
the air conditioner.
i - T-
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 stool to make it 1/2" higher than the top
of the storm window frame.
Attach securely with nails or screws provided by
the installer.
rF1 Remove all shipping pads (if present)inside the air
conditioner next to the compressor.
plate
screw
em°ve]l
[] Remove and discard the shipping screw
on the buck of the air conditioner to allow
removal of the air conditioner from the case.
Remove
screw
[] Pull the bottom corners of the air conditioner
and slide it out of the case.
Removeshippingpads
(ifpresent)
@ Remove the rear grille that istaped to the back
of the case. Remove the packet of screws taped
to the back of the grille. While holding the grille at a
45° angle, insert it into the clips at the top of the case
and push the bottom in. Keep slight upward pressure
on the grille until it fits flush with the bottom of the
case.
If attaching the grille If attaching the grille
from the outside of the from the inside of the case,
case, use the 2 long screws, use the 2 short screws.
Clips
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IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII/II
V
Insertthe2longscrews
ontheoutside
Insertthe2shortscrews
onthe inside
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Installation Instructions
WINDOW INSTALLATION--OPTIONAL (cont.)
141PREPAREWINDOW
[] Mork the centerline of the stool. Meosure from the
centerline 1B_" on both sides for the ponel cuts.
Stool
Inside
rBI Meosure 12_" from the centerline on both sides
for the sill support brockets.
Sill Centerline
/ i_ ,_. ! ! Outside,:. _i ]
_,'-_-123_" _12_ _,_'_
Stool
Inside
[] INSTALL SILL SUPPORTS
Assemble the sill supports. Do not fully tighten
the spacer mounting screws at this time.
TypeB _ (__
Sillsupport"--_ screwsType(A)
Spacer
__ Spacermounting
Locknut
Adjustingbolt---_
(forusewithwoodsills) t
FBI Before ottoching the sill supports, ploce them on
Screwsareinposition
Sillsupport
Largewasher---_
the window stool. Select the spocer position thot
will ploce the spocer neor the outermost point
on the sill.Tighten the spocer mounting screws.
"V" notch
[] Turn the bolts ond tighten the lock nuts to moke
the sill supports level or tilt down 1/8" to the outside.
Line up the "V" notch with 12_" morks. Drill pilot holes
ond ottoch the sill supports.
Averagesill
Spacer
Sill support i/_
Narrowsill
Offsetsill(suchasbrickorstone)
NOTES:
• On norrow sills, there moy not be enough room to use
the lock nut.
• A deep offset sill moy require o longer odjusting bolt
thGn the stondord hex-heod bolt provided.
• On wood sills use the Iorge wosher between the bolt
heod ond the sill. This prevents the bolt from digging
into the wood.
Sill Bolt --
Outside
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Installation Instructions
[] MEASURE, CUT AND INSTALL FILLER
PANELS
[_] Measure from the edge of the panel marks
(see Prepare the Window)to the inside of the
window track on each side (A and B).
SII Windowtrack
13_" 1 , _
J A __ Widthoftheair "_' B '
Leftside (panelmarks) Rightside
r_ Mark the A and B measurements on each side
of the filler panel board. Cut the panels and discard
the center piece. Note position of the notches.
Inside conditioner
B
Right
side
Leftside
Ao
Gasket-_
Angle_
Gasket___*L_nel
Tab--
F Angle
__ TypeC
(painted
screws)
r_ Install the panels in the window. Place the spring clips
Y' from the top and the bottom. Squeeze and push
the clips to fit in the window track and the tab into
the sill support.
r_t 3.
FillerPanels
Cutpanels
anddiscard
',centerpiece
03
o
cD
r_ Put together the panel assemblies. Remove
the paper backing from the case-side gasket
and attach it to the angle. Push a pencil point
through the gaskets to locate the holes in
the angles.
Hookthetabinto
thesillsupport
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Installation Instructions
WINDOW INSTALLATION--OPTIONAL (cont.)
r_l INSTALL CASE IN WINDOW []
[_ Peel off the backing from the bottom window
gasket, r_
FB] Place the gasket on the stool and over the rG1
brackets, even with the rear edge, sticky
side down.
1 1 I
Bottomwindowgasket
[] Carefully slide the empty case into the window
until the holes in the case line up with the holes
in the panel angles.
Caseholes
o e_ \ ®
With the window closed, mark where the window
sash meets the case.
Peel off the backing from the case top gasket.
Hold on to the case, open the window and place
the gasket along the mark on the case.
Putthegasketon
topofthecase
wherethewindow
will close.
re Place the vinyl window gasket over the case top
gasket. Insert the panel tubs through the slits in
the gasket. Cut the gasket on each side to the width
of the window.
NOTES:
,,The case should have a 1/8" minimum tilt toward
the outside.
• Be surethesealgasketand panelgasketsremain
inpositionand do notrollwiththecase.
r_ Lower the window so it fits behind the panel tabs.
Insert the 4 type A screws through the holes in the
case and into the panel angles, 2 on each side.
tabs
Case
screws
Panel
Vinylwindowgasket
Close the window tightly on the vinyl gasket.
m
Bend the gasket forward to expose the panel tabs.
Drill pilot holes into the window sash.
i ,, , /-- Attachthepaneltab
I | _to the window on each side
with atypeDscrew.
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Installation Instructions
[] INSTALL WINDOW GASKET AND
LOCKING BRACKET
_-] Cut the foam top window gasket to the window
width.
r_ stuff the foam between the glass and the window
to prevent air and insects from getting into the
room.
r_ REPLACE AIR CONDITIONER
IN CASE
_1 Carefully slide the air conditioner backintOthecase. // Lo_N j /I I .(__1_
[] Attach the window locking bracket with
I type E screw.
r_ Reinstall the locking plate with the tab behind
the wall case flange. Tighten the screw.
r_ Attach the power cord to the base pan with
the clamp.
Powercord
r_ Reattach the front grille. An opening for the power
cord is on the bottom of the front grille.
r_ Fillholes and cracks with caulking provided by
the installer.
pan
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Before you coil for service...
Troubleshooting Tips:Save time and money! Review the chart below first ond you may not need to coil for service.
PossibleCauses What ToDo
Theair conditioner • lake suretheairconditionerplugispushedcompletely
doesnotstart isunplugged, intotheoutlet.
Thefuseis blown/circuit °Checkthe housefuse/circuitbreakerboxandreplace
breakeristripped, the fuseorresetthebreaker.
Powerfailure. • Ifpowerfailureoccurs,turntheairconditionerOFF.When
powerisrestored,wait3minutestorestarttheairconditioner
to preventtrippingofthe compressoroverload.
Thecurrent interrupter • PresstheRESETbuttonlocatedonthe powercord plug.
deviceistripped. • IftheRESETbuttonwillnotstayengaged,discontinueuse
ofthe air conditionerandcontacta qualifiedservice
technician.
Air conditionerdoes Airflow isrestricted. • Hakesurethereorenocurtains,blindsorfurnitureblocking
notcool orheat(some thefront of theair conditioner.
models)asitshould
Thetamp control may • InCOOLmodeorHEATmode(somemodels),pressthe
notbeset correctly. DECREASE- pad.
Theair filter is dirty. • Cleanthe filteratleastevery30days.
SeetheOperatingInstructionssection.
Theroom mayhavebeenhot. • Whenthe airconditionerisfirstturnedon,youneed
to allowtimeforthe roomto cooldown.
Coldair isescaping. • Checkfor openfurnaceregistersandcoldairreturns.
• Hakesuretheairconditioner'sventis intheclosedposition.
Coolingcoilshaveicedup. • See"Airconditionerfreezingup" below.
Air conditioner Iceblockstheairflow • SetthecontrolsatHIGHFANorHIGHCOOLandsetthe
freezingup and stopsthe air conditioner thermostattoa highertemperaturetoallowtheiceto melt.
from coolingthe room.
Theremotecontrolis Thebatteries are inserted • Checkthe positionofthe batteries.Theyshouldbe
notworking incorrectly, insertedcorrectly.
Thebatteries may bedead. • Replacethebatteries.
Waterdripsoutside Hot,humidweather. • Thisisnormal.
Waterdripsindoors Theair conditioneris not • Forproperwaterdisposal,makesuretheairconditioner
tilted to the outside, slantsslightlyfromthe casefronttotherear.
Watercollectsin Moistureremovedfrom air •Thisisnormalfora shortperiodin areaswithlittle
basepan and drainsinto basepan. humidity;normalfora longerperiodinveryhumidareas.
Normal Operating Saunds
m Youmay hear apinging noise caused by m
water being picked up and thrown against the
condenser on rainy days or when the humidity
ishigh. Thisdesign feature helps remove
moisture and improve efficiency.
m
You may hear the thermostat clickwhen the
compressor cycles on and off.
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.
m
Thefan may run even when the compressor
does not.
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Air Conditioner Warranty.
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,
or on authorized Customer Core ®technician. To schedule service,
on-line visit us at GEApplionces.com, or call 800.GE.CARES
(800.432.2737). For service in Canada, contact Gordon Williams
Corp. at 1.888.209.0999. Please have serial number and model
number available when coiling for service.
Staple your receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain
service under the warranty.
GE Will Replace:
One Year Any part of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
Fromthe dote of the During this limited one-year warranty, GEwill also provide,free of charge, all labor
original purchase and related serviceto replacethe defective part.
Five Years
From the dote of the
original purchase
Service trips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. If you
have an installation problem, or if the air conditioner
is of improper cooling capacity for the intended use,
contact your dealer or installer. You are responsible for
providing adequate electrical connecting facilities.
Failure of the product resulting from modifications
to the product or due to unreasonable use including
failure to provide reasonable and necessary
maintenance.
In commercial locations labor necessary to move the
unit to a location where it isaccessible for service by
an individual technician.
Any part ofthe sealed refrigerating system (thecompressor, condenser,evaporator
and all connecting tubing) which fails due to u defect in materials or workmanship.
During this four-year limited additional warranty, GEwill also provide,free of charge,
all labor and related service to replace the defective part.
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
Failure due to corrosionon models not corrosion-
protected.
Damage to the product caused by improper power
supply voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this air conditioner.
Damage caused after delivery.
Product not accessible to provide required service.
Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
EXCLUSION OFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited
purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased
for home use within the USA and Canada. If the product is located in on area where service by o GE
Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for o trip charge or you may be required
to bring the product to on Authorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes
the cost of shipping or service coils to your home.
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 hove other rights which vary from state to state. To know
what your legal rights ore, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney
General.
Warranton General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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