GE AJCM08ACD, AJCM10ACD, AJCM10DCD, AJCM12DCD, AJCQ06LCD Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Safety Instructions ......... 2,]

Operating Instructions ..... 4-9

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter .......................... 11

Front Grille ........................ 10

Grille and Case ................... 10

Outdoor Coils .................... 10

Installation Instructions

Before You Begin .............. 12, 13

Installing a J-Hodel 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

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As an ENERGY STARe partner, GEhas determined that this product meets the

ENERGYSTAR@guidelines for energy efficiency.

Write the model end serial numbers here:

Model # Seria! #

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 as described in this Owner's

Manual. This air conditioner must be properly

installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

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Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

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Replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a

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NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified

individual.

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HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

AWARNING! 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. 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 RESETbutton. If the TEST button does not trip or if the RESETbutton will not

stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service

technician.

,AWARNING! niskofelectricshock.

Can cause injury or death.

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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 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. Ifyou 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.

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USE OF EXTENSION CORDS--115-volt models onl

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_i,WARNING! nisko_e/ectricshock.

Can cause injury or death.

We strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord.

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If you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed, 14-gauge, S-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.

DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the 2SO/208-volt models.

USEOFADAPTER PLUGS-115-volt modelsonl,

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WARNING! Riskorelectricshock.

Can cause injury or death.

We strongly recommend against the use

of an adapter plug.

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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.

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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, 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-Cool OnlyModels

Appearancemay vary.

• OFF TIMER 0

TEMP

Air Conditioner Controls

Lights beside the touch pads on the air conditioner

control panel indicate the selected settings.

Controls

ON/OFF

Turnsair conditioner on and off.

Display

Displaysthe temperature setting. Displays

hours when setting the timer.

MODE

On the remote control, useto setthe air conditioner to COOLor FAN mode.

On the air conditioner controls,use to set COOLor FANmode atHIGH,NED or LOWfan speed. Indicator lights on the air

conditioner controls will show the mode and fan speed selected.

TEMP Increase +/Decrease - Pads Useto settemperature when in COOL

mode. Fan Speeds (Remote control only)

Useto setthe fanspeed atLOW,MED or HIGH.

TIMER ON--When the air conditioner is off,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 !0 and then in hours up to 24.

• HIGH

• MED

® Low

Remote Control

To cancelthe On Timer,pressthe ONpad

until the display time disappears. OFF--Whenthe air conditioner ison, itcan

be set to automatically turn off in half an hour to 2/4hours. Eachtouch will set the

time in half hours up to !0 and then in hours

up to 24.

To cancelthe Off Timer,pressthe OFFpad

until the display time disappears. SLEEP

Pressto set the air conditioner to run for 8 hours before it automatically returns to

the previous setting. When the sleeptimer isset,the set

temperature will automatically increase 2°Fafter the second hour then !°F each

hour over the next two hours. Tocancelthe sleep mode, press the

MODEpad or the SLEEPpada secondtime. Remote Control Signal Receiver

NOTE:When the air conditioner isturned on,

it will automatically start inthe setting last used.

Remote Control

Toensure proper operation, aim the remote control at the signal receiver on the air

conditioner. The remotecontrol signal hasa range

of up to 21 feet.

Hake sure nothing isbetween the air conditioner and the remote control that

could blockthe signal. Hake sure batteries are fresh and installed

correctly-see the Careand Cleaningsection.

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COOL MODE

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RemoteControl

1.PressCOOLpad.

2.PressLOW, MEDor HIGH pads to setdesired fan speed.

3. Pressthe INCREASE+/DECREASE- pads to set

the desiredtemperature 60°Fto 85°Fin :].°F

increments.

ControlPanel

1.Pressthe MODEpaduntiltheCOOLindicatorlightislit andtheLOW,MEDorHIGHindicatorlightis litforthe

desiredfan speed.

2.Pressthe INCREASE+/DECREASE-padsto setthe desiredtemperature60°Fto85°Fin:].°Fincrements.

Athermostatisusedto maintainthe roomtemperature. Thecompressorwillcycleonandoffto keeptheroom

atthe setlevelofcomfort.Setthethermostatat alower numberandthe indoorairwillbecomecooler.

FAN MODE

UsetheFANmodetoprovideaircirculationandfiltering

withoutcooling.Sincefan-onlysettingsdonot provide

cooling,a temperaturesettingwillnot bedisplayed.

Setthethermostatat a highernumberandtheindoorair willbecomewarmer.

NOTE:iftheairconditionerisoffandisthenturnedon whilesetto COOL,itwilltakeapproximately3minutes

forthecompressorto startandcoolingto begin.

Cooling Descriptions

ForNormalCooling-SelecttheCOOLmodeandHIGH or MEDfanwitha middlesettemperature.

For Maximum Cooling-Select the COOLmode and HIGHfan with a lower set temperature.

ForQuieterand NighttimeCooling-SelecttheCOOL

modeandLOWfanwith amiddlesettemperature.

NOTE:Ifyou switch from aCOOLsettingto OFFor to a fansetting,wait at least3minutesbeforeswitching

backto aCOOLsetting.

RemoteControl

PressFANpad.PressLOW,NEDor HIGHpadstoset

desiredfanspeed.

ControlPanel

PresstheMODEpaduntiltheFANindicatorlightis lit

andtheLOW,MEDor HIGHindicatorlightislitforthe desiredfanspeed.

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About the controls on the air conditioner-Heat/Cool Models

Appearance may vary.

• OFF

TIMER

0 HIGH • HEAT

® Low

TENP

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Air Conditioner Controls

Lights beside the touch pads on the air conditioner

control panel indicate the selected settings.

Controls

ON/OFF

Turnsair conditioner on and off.

Display

Displaysthe temperature setting. Displays hourswhen setting the timer.

HODE

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 settemperature when in COOL or HEATmode.

FAN Speeds Useto setthe fan speed at LOW or HIGH.

Indicator lightswill show the speed selected.

• COOL

Q FAN

Remote Control

TItfER 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 andthen in hours upto 24. Tocancelthe OnTimer, press the 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 setthe

time in half hours upto 10 and then in hours up to 24.

Tocancelthe Off Timer,pressthe OFFpad until the display time disappears.

Remote Control Signal Receiver

Remote Control

Toensure proper operation, aim the

remote control at the signal receiver

on the air conditioner. The remotecontrol signal hasa range

of up to 21 feet.

NOTE:When the air conditioner isturned on, it will automatically start inthe setting last used.

Hake sure nothing isbetween the air conditioner and the remote control that

could blockthe signal. Hake sure batteries are fresh and installed

correctly-see the Careand Cleaningsection.

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COOL MODE

RemoteControl

1.PressCOOLpad.

2.PressLOWor HIGHpadstosetdesiredfanspeed.

3.Pressthe INCREASE+ / DECREASE- padsto setthe desiredtemperature60°Fto85°FinI°F increments.

ControlPanel

1.Pressthe MODEpaduntiltheCOOLindicatorlightislit.

2.Pressthe FANpaduntil HIGHor LOWindicatorlight islit fordesiredfan speed.

3.Pressthe INCREASE+ / DECREASE- padsto setthe desiredtemperature60°Fto85°FinI°F increments.

Athermostatisusedto maintainthe raomtemperature. Thecampressorwillcycleonandoffto keeptheraom

atthe setlevelofcamfart.Setthethermostatat alawer numberandthe indaorairwillbecamecaoler.

HEAT MODE

RemoteControl

1.PressHEATpad.

2.PressLOWorHIGHpadstosetdesiredfanspeed.

3.Pressthe INCREASE+ / DECREASE- padstosetthe desiredtemperature60°Fto85°FinI°Fincrements.

ControlPanel

1.PresstheMODEpad untiltheHEATindicatorlightis lit.

2.Pressthe FANpaduntilHIGHor LOWindicatorlight islitfor desiredfanspeed.

3.Pressthe INCREASE+ / DECREASE- padstosetthe desiredtemperature60°Fto85°FinI°Fincrements.

Athermostatisusedto maintaintheroomtemperature. Thecompressorwillcycleonandofftokeeptheroom atthe setlevelofcomfort.Setthethermostatat ahigher

numberandthe indoorairwillbecomewarmer.

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Setthethermastatat a highernumberandtheindoorair willbecomewarmer.

NOTE:Ifthe airconditionerisoffandisthenturnedon whilesetto COOL,it willtakeapproximately3 minutes

forthecompressortostartandcoolingtobegin. CoolingDescriptions ForNormalCooling-SelecttheCOOLmodeandHIGH

fanwith amiddlesettemperature. ForMaximumCooling-SelecttheCOOLmode

and HIGHfanwithalowersettemperature. ForQuieterand NighttimeCooling-SelecttheCOOL

modeandLOWfanwith amiddlesettemperature.

NOTE:Therewillbea3-minutedelaybetweensetting changessuchas COOLto OFFand backto COOL.

Setthethermostatata lowernumberandtheindoorair

will becomecooler.

NOTE:Iftheairconditionerisoffandisthenturnedon whilesetto HEAT,it willtakeapproximately3 minutes

forthe compressortostart andheatingtobegin. HeatingDescriptions

ForNormalHeating-SelecttheHeatmodeand HIGH

fanwith amiddlesettemperature.

ForMaximumHeating-Selectthe HEATmode andHIGHfanwith ahighersettemperature.

ForQuieterand NighttimeHeating-Selectthe HEAT modeandLOWfanwitha middlesettemperature.

NOTE:Therewill bea 3-minutedelaybetweensetting

changessuchasHEATto OFFand backtoHEAT.

FAN

UsetheFANto provideaircirculationandfiltering

withoutcoolingor heating.Sincefanonlysettingsdonot

providecoolingorheating,a temperaturesettingwillnot bedisplayed.

Remote Control

PressFANpad.PressLOWor HIGHpadstosetdesired

fanspeed.

ControlPanel

Pressthe MODEpaduntiltheFANindicatorlightislit

andtheLOWorHIGHindicatorlightislit forthedesired fanspeed.

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About the controls on the air conditioner

Vent Control

Theventcontrolislocatedbehindthe frontgrilleonthe

Theunitleavesthefactorysetat theCLOSEposition.

rightsideoftheair dischargearea.WhenCLOSED,only theair insidetheroomwill becirculatedand conditioned.

WhenOPEN,theventallowsoutdoorfreshairexchange.

__>_.,_ocating hole

Toopenor closethe vent:

1.Removethefrontgrille.

2. Removetheventcardscrew.

3. Removeventcard,turn itoverandreplaceitby locatingrearholein cardoverlocatingpininsideair

dischargeandreattachingscrewatfront.

OPENposition

(Meshend toward back)

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 in thisfigure.

Theowner is responsiblefor checking switches and ensuring they arein the desired position.

Locatinghole

CLOSEposition

(Mesh endtoward front)

front grille

tjustthe vertical

louversside-to-side

todirecttheairleft

ht.

FanCycle/Continuous- Cool

FanCycle/Continuous-Heat(onsomemodels)

Fan Cycle/Continuous - Coo/

When thisswitch isenabled(UP),it allowsthe indoor fan to cycleon/off with the compressor. When this

switch isdisabled (DOWN),it allows the indoor fan to run continuously.The default setting is down (continuous).

Fan Cycle/Continuous - Heat (on some models)

When thisswitch isenabled(UP),it allowsthe 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 thisswitch isenabled(UP),it allowsthe unit to operate with a Class2 Remote Control Wall

Thermostat. Theunit controls are disabled. Thedefault setting isdown (disabled).

_ Class2 (onsomemodels)

r FanCycle/Continuous-Cool

Nofunction(reserved

r- UP forfutureuse)

e/Continuous-

Eass2 (onsomemodels)

Heat (on some models)

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Terminal Connections Remote Thermostat - Class 2 (on some models)

Thecontrols (]re Ioc(]tedunder (]pl(]stic cover behind the front grille.

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rl] emove the front grille.Seethe Front Grille

section of C(]re(]nd Cle(]ning.

_] Removethe screwssecuring the pl(]stic cover

over the wiring connections. Set(]side screws (]nd pl(]sticcover.

-3] Tom(]ke wiring connections, insertthe wires into the bottom of the termin(]ls (]nd tighten

screws securely. After (]11desiredconnections h(]ve been m(]de,

repl(]ce the pl(]sticcover (]ndfront grille.

Theowner is responsiblefor m(]king (]11 connections (]nd setting the (]ppropri(]te dip

switches. When connected,the unit will be controlled

by (] remote thermost(]t. NOTE:Thenumber 3 dip switch must be in

the en(]bled (UPJposition to (]ctiv(]te the remote thermost(]t. (Seethe inst(]ll(]tioninstructions

supplied with the remote thermost(]t.)

IMPORTANT:

Thethermost(]t connections provide 24VAConly.

If using(]digit(]l/electronic w(]ll thermost(]t,

ensure it iscomp(]tible with 24 VACsign(]l.See the Inst(]ll(]tion Instructionsfor the w(]ll thermost(]t.

NOTICE:

D(]m(]geto (] w(]ll thermost(]t or to the electronics

c(]n resultfrom improper connections. Speci(]l c(]re must be used inconnecting the wires. Noline

volt(]ge connections should be m(]de to (]ny circuit.

Isol(]te(]11wires in building from line volt(]ge.

Terminal

onnectlons

location

nderfront

grille

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Red-24 VAConly

Green- LowSpeedFan

Green- HighSpeedFan

Yellow- Compressor

White - Heater

Common-Ground

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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. from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use bleach or abrasives.

Outdoor Coils

Thecoils onthe outdoor side of the air conditioner should bechecked regularly.

If they are clogged with dirt or soot they may be professionally steam cleaned,a serviceavailable

through your GEserviceoutlet.

Front Grille

Thefront grille can be removed for more thorough cleaning and to locate the model and serial

numbers on the front of the base pan.

Toremove:

1. Pullthe filter out.

2. Removethe two grille screws.

Onsome models t

Onsome models

3.Pullthe grille out from the bottom and lift up from the tabs on the top of the case.

O Grille

Toreplace:

Hook the tabs on the front grille even with the tabs on the case and snap into place.

Replacethe screws andfilter.

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To maintain optimum performance, clean the filter at least every 50 days.

Air Filter

Toremove the air filter, on other models: Pullit down.

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Dirtyfilter--Needs cleaning Clogged filter--Greatly

Turn the air conditioner off before cleaning.

The most 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:

[] Decrease cost of operation. [] Save energy.

[] Prevent clogged heat exchanger coils. [] Reduce the risk of premature component failure.

To clean the air filters:

[] Vacuum off the heavy soil. [] Run water through the filters.

[] Drythoroughly before replacing. To remove the air filter, on some models:

Carefully pull the tab forward, up and out.

reducescooling,heating andairflow.

To replace the air filter'. Replace the clean filter by pushing it back

into place.

N0 7"1CE:00notoperate theair

conditioner without the filter in place. If a filter becomes torn or damaged it should be replaced immediately.

Operating without the filter in placeor 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.

Replacementfilters are available from your

salesperson,GEdealer, GEServiceand PartsCenter or authorized Customer Care®servicers.

How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control

r_ Removethe battery cover by sliding it

according to the arrow direction.

[-2-] Insert new batteries making sure that the

(+)and (-)of battery are installed correctly.

E eattach the cover by slidingit back

into position.

NOTES:

[] Use2 AAA(!.5 volt) batteries.Do not use

rechargeable batteries.

[] Removethe batteriesfrom the remote control

ifthe system isnot going to be usedfor a long time.

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

•IMPORTANT - Savetheseinstructions

for local inspector'suse.

"IMPORTANT - Observe all governing codes

and ordinances.

• Note to Installer - Besure 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.

ELECTRICALREQUIREMENTS{cont.}

Somemodels require 230/208-volt a.c.,protected with a time delayfuse or circuitbreaker.These

modelsshouldbeinstalledon their own single

branch circuit for bestperformance and to prevent overloading house or apartment wiring circuits, which could causea possiblefire hazardfrom overheating wires.

IMPORTANT!

GEstrongly recommends the removal of the old wall case and the installation of a new GEWall Case.If you decide to

keep the existing wall case,you may needa kit to ensure proper performance. Ifyou DO NOTusea kit, you run the risk of poor performance or product failure. This isnot covered under the terms of the GEwarranty.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING! Riskofelectricshock.Can

cause injury or death. This appliance must be properly grounded. Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your responsibility and 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.

Do not change the plug on the power cord of this

air conditioner. Aluminum house wiring may present special

problems-consult a qualified electrician.

J-MODEL QUALIFYING QUESTIONS

J-model air conditioners may fit inexistingwall 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.

r_ What brand air conditioner will you be replacing? r_ What are the dimensions of the wall case currently

m use?

[_ What is the model number of the chassis

currently in use?What isthe model (orType) number of the wall case currently in use?

Frequently,the J-modeladapter kit will apply to another brand model "series"or specific vintage. Inthesecases,

you need the chassismodel number and/or the wall

case or "type" number to confirm the useofthe correct adapter kit.

r_ What type of outdoor grille is usedwith the current

wall case?

Theremaybeanarchitecturalgrilleattachedtoa wall caseto enhancetheexteriorappearanceofthe building. 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 TEST button 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

AdjustableWrench

RulerorTapeMeasure

Level

Scissorsorknife

Handor Saber Saw

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. RAKS6AlO0 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 ACXBIO & ii

(ACTB Chassis)

Whirlpool Type 23W

Wall Case GE RAB30

("F" models)

Fedders Wall Case "A"

Westinghouse Wall Case

(T£oe 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 Hot_point wall cases 25s/4"W x 167/8"Hx 18s/8"D.

Adapts Whirlpool wall case to a "J" model chassis. Fits Whirlpool wall cases 2578"W x 16½"H x 23½"D.

Adapts GE wall case to a "J" model chassis. Fits the RAB 30 wall case 26"W x 18"H x 24"D.

Adapts Fedders wall case to a "J" model chassis. Fits Fedders wall cases 27"W x 16¾"H x 16sA"D.

Adapts Westinghouse wall case to a "J" model chassis. Fits Westinqhouse wall cases 257A"W x 1571d'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 _er airflow.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING A J-MODEL IN AN EXISTING WALL CASE

Reod these instructions completely ond corefully.

r_ REMOVE LOCKING PLATE ON FRONT

LEFT SIDE

Locking

plate

Remove

screw

({

((

II Ill /

12]REMOVE ALL SHIPPING PADS

(IF PRESENT) INSIDE AIR CONDITIONER NEXT TO COMPRESSOR

[] REINSTALL LOCKING PLATE WITH TAB

BEHIND WALL CASE FLANGE. TIGHTEN

SCREW

r_ ATTACH POWER CORD TO BASE PAN

WITH CLAMP

pan

F6"]ATTACH FRONT GRILLE

An opening for the power cord is on the bottom of the front grille.

Remove

shipping pads(if present)

131CAREFULLY SLIDE AIR CONDITIONER

BACK INTO CASE

Make sure that the tubing on the unit does not touch the wall case and that the case

installation is secure.

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Installation Instructions

INSTALLING THROUGH THE WALL

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

r£1PREPARE OPENING IN WALL

Hake certain a wall receptacle isavailable close to the hole location or make arrangements to install a receptacle.

The cord length for the ll5-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.

12]SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS 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 - Use a 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.

r3] SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR

CONDITIONER

Hortar between the case and the brick wall around the case may be undercut at about 45° for

improved caulking.

Inside

Topofcase __T_r_

Caulkingy Outside _ Undercut

mortar

Brick

Lintelan (ifrequired) Plasterline

Caulkinc

(onall4 sides

ontheoutside molding

andinside (ifdesired)

ofthecase)

Flashing

(driprail)

1/4"min.extension--J

insidethewallfrom

Caulking (above

below

thetrim molding

m m m

Roomside

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Installation Instructions

WINDOW INSTALLATION--OPTIONAL

WARNING! Riskor injury. Installation must comply with these guidelines.

Requires optional accessory kits RAK65A1 and Wall Sleeve RAB46A, 47A or 48A

Reod these instructions completely ond corefully.

F Vinylwindowgasket

Sill

support

_J 2 angles

_o_!_ V (left and right

hand) l

i" S A ° o1@(4) L Bottom

Rightside

Leftside

II'_--"- Caseside

gasket(2)

_m'--- Spring

Foamtop windowgasket

Casetopgasket

windowgasket

o£

TypeA(9)

FillerPanels Cutpanels

anddiscard centerpiece

TypeB(2)

o_ •

TypeC(painted)(6)

TypeD(2)

Airconditioner

TypeE(4)

Window bracket

__ Iocl<ing

Support bracket hardware

Spacer(2)

Loci<nut(2)

Adjustingbolt(2)

Largewasher (2)

r_ WINDOW 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 accordion

panels if needed to fit in a narrow window. Seethe window opening dimensions to the right.

All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry

or metal.

The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord.

' ___=,4] __t

31"to43" 17"min I_ I

(Withfillerp_

C-'-| j_

26_¼'' 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

131 REMOVE AIR CONDITIONER FROM CASE

[] Remove the front grille. See the Care and Cleaning

section.

r_ Find the locking plate located on the front

left side.

rcl

Remove the screw and the locking plate to unlock the air conditioner.

/ Wood

Storm

window

frame

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.

r_ Removeallshipping pads (if present)inside the air

conditioner next tothe compressor.

screw

L°kn!i jate

re]

em°ve]l

r_ Remove and discard the shipping screw

on the back of the air conditioner to allow removal of the air conditioner from 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.

Remove

screw

r_ Pullthe bottom corners of the air conditioner

and slide it out of the case.

Removeshippingpads (ifpresent)

Remove the rear grille that is taped 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.

Clips

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Insertthe2 longscrews

ontheoutside

Insert the 2short screws

ontheinside

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Installation Instructions

WINDOW INSTALLATION--OPTIONAL (cont.)

141PREPAREWINDOW

[_ Hark the centerline of the stool. Heasure from the [_ Heasure 12_" from the centerline on both sides

centerline 13_" on both sides for the panel cuts. for the sill support brackets.

Centerline

_ Outside ,/

_1 Sill /£

,'_13_" _13_" _,

Stool

Inside

[] INSTALL SILL SUPPORTS

[_ Assemble the sill supports. Do not fully tighten

the spacer mounting screws at this time.

Spacermounting screwsType(A)

Spacer

Loci<nut-------_

Sill Centerline

Stool

r_ Turn the bolts and tighten the lock nuts to make

the sill supports level or tilt down 1/8" to the outside.

Line up the "V" notch with 123A'' marks. Drill pilot holes and attach the sill supports.

Averagesill

Sillsupport_iT

Narrowsill

Inside

-- Spacer

Adjustingbolt--------_

(forusewithwoodsills) t

FB1 Before attaching the sill supports, place them on

S0rewsarenpos

Largewasher-------_ _(_

the window stool. Select the spacer position that will place the spacer near the outermost point on the sill.Tighten the spacer mounting screws.

Outside

Offsetsill(suchasbrickorstone)

NOTES: ,,On narrow sills, there may not be enough room to use

the lock nut.

,,A deep offset sill may require a longer adjusting bolt

than the standard hex-head bolt provided.

,,On wood sills use the large washer between the bolt

head and the sill. This prevents the bolt from digging

into the wood.

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Installation Instructions

[-6IMEASURE, 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).

' A '_ Widthof theair "----'_' B

Leftside (panelmarl<s) Rightside

rB] 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

Right

side

dz)

FillerPanels

Cutpanels

anddiscard

',centerpiece

i A , ILeftside

Gasket

s Angle

TypeC (painted screws)

Tab--

rD] Install the panels in the window. Place the spring clips

3" from the top and the bottom. Squeeze and push the clips to fit in the window track and the tab into the sill support.

[] 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

thesill support

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Installation Instructions

WINDOW INSTALLATION--OPTIONAL (cont.)

[Z] INSTALL CASE IN WINDOW IEI

FA1Peel off the backing from the bottom window

gasket. FF1

[] Place the gasket on the stool and over the r@l

brackets, even with the rear edge, sticky side down.

Putthegasketon

topofthecase

I 1

wherethewindow will close.

Bottomwindowgasket

re] carefully slide the empty case into the window

until the holes in the case line up with the holes in the panel angles.

Caseholes

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.

Place the vinyl window gasket over the case top

gasket. Insert the panel tabs 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 sure the seal gasket and panel gaskets remain

in position and do not roll with the case.

FD1Lower 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.

Bend the gasket forward to expose the panel tabs. Drill pilot holes into the window sash.

Attach the panel tab to the window on each side

with a type Dscrew.

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Installation Instructions

rs-]INSTALL WINDOW GASKET AND

LOCKING BRACKET

r_ 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

r_ carefully slide the air conditioner back into

the case.

ro-1Attach the window locking bracket with

1 type Escrew.

ro-1Reinstall the locking plate with the tab behind

the wall case flange. Tighten the screw.

FB1Attach the power cord to the base pan with

the clamp.

Powercord

[] Reattach the front grille. An opening for the power

cord is on the bottom of the front grille.

r_ Fill holes and cracks with caulking provided by

the installer.

pan

Page 22

Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips:Save time and money! Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service.

PossibleCauses What ToDo

Theair conditioner • Makesurethe airconditionerplugispushedcompletely

doesnot start isunplugged, intotheoutlet.

Thefuseis blown/circuit • Checkthehousefuse/circuitbreakerboxandreplace

breakeristripped, the fuseorresetthe breaker. Powerfailure. • ifpowerfailureoccurs,turnthe airconditionerOFF.When

powerisrestored,wait 3minutesto restarttheair conditioner

to preventtrippingofthecompressoroverload.

Thecurrent interrupter • Pressthe RESETbuttonlocatedonthepowercordplug. deviceistripped. • ifthe RESETbuttonwillnotstayengaged,discontinueuse

ofthe air conditionerandcontactaqualifiedservice

technician.

Air conditionerdoes Airflow isrestricted. • Makesuretherearenocurtains,blindsorfurnitureblocking

notcoo/or heat(some thefront oftheair conditioner.

models)asit should

Thetemp controlmay • inCOOLmodeorHEATmode(somemodels),pressthe

notbesetcorrectly. DECREASE- pad.

Theair filter isdirty. • Cleanthefilterat leastevery30days.

SeetheOperatingInstructionssection.

Theroom may havebeenhot. • Whentheairconditionerisfirstturnedon,youneed

to allowtimefortheroomtocooldown.

Coldair isescaping. • Checkforopenfurnaceregistersandcoldairreturns.

• Hakesuretheairconditioner'svent isintheclosedposition.

Coolingcoilshaveicedup. • See"Airconditionerfreezingup" below.

Airconditioner Ice blocks the airflow • Setthe controls at HIGHFANorHIGHCOOLand set the

freezingup and stopsthe airconditioner thermostattoahighertemperaturetoallowtheiceto melt.

from coolingtheroom.

Theremotecontrolis Thebatteriesare inserted • Checkthepositionofthebatteries.Theyshouldbe notworking incorrectly, insertedcorrectly.

Thebatteries may bedead. • Replacethebatteries.

Water drips outside Hot,humidweather. • Thisisnormal. Waterdripsindoors Theair conditioneris not • Forproperwaterdisposal,makesuretheairconditioner

tilted to theoutside, slantsslightlyfromthe casefronttotherear.

Watercollectsin Moistureremovedfrom air .This isnormalfora shortperiodinareaswithlittle basepan anddrainsintobase pan. humidity;normalfora longerperiodinveryhumidareas.

Normal Operating Sounds

m You may hear a pinging noise caused by m

water being picked up and thrown againstthe condenser on rainy daysor when the humidity

ishigh.Thisdesign feature helps remove moisture and improve efficiency.

You may hear the thermostat clickwhen the compressor cycles on and off.

Water will collect in the basepan during high humidity or on rainy days.Thewater may

overflow and drip from the outdoor side of the unit.

Thefan may run even when the compressor does not.

Page 23

Air Conditioner Warranty.

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care®technician. To schedule service,

on-line visit us at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). For service in Canada, contact Gordon Williams

Corp. at 2_.888.209.0999. Please have serial number and model number available when calling for service.

GE Will Replace:

One Year From the dateof the

original purchase Five Years

From the dateof the original purchase

Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.

Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. Ifyou

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.

Incommercial locations labor necessary to move the

unit to a location where it is accessible for service by

an individual technician.

Any part of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During thislimited one-year warranty, GEwill also provide, free of charge, all labor

and related serviceto replace the defective part.

Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser,evaporator

and all connecting tubing) which failsdue to a 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.

Staple your receipt here.

Proof of the original purchase

date is needed to obtain

service under the warranty.

iiiiiiiiiiii_iii

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 an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls 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 have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney

General.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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Have a question or need assistancewith your appliance?Try the GEAppliancesWebsite 24 hours a day, any day of the year! Forgreater convenience andfaster service,you can now download Owner's Hanuals,

order parts or even scheduleserviceon-line.

Schedule Service GEAppliunces.com

Expert GErepair serviceisonly one step away from your door. Geton-line and schedule your serviceat your convenience any day of theyear! Or call 800.GE.CARES(800./432.2737)during normal businesshours.

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GEsupports the Universal Design concept-products, services and environments that can be used by people of all ages, sizes and capabilities. We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and

mental abilities and impairments. For details of GE's Universal Design applications, including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities, check out our Website today. Forthe hearing impaired, please call 800.TDD. GEAC(800.833.4322).

Extended Warranties

Purchase a GEextended warranty and learn about special discountsthat are available while your warranty isstill ineffect. You can purchase it on-lineanytime, or call 800.626.2224during normal businesshours.

GEConsumer Home Serviceswill still bethere after your warranty expires.

Partsand Accessories

Individuals qualified to servicetheir own appliances can have parts or accessoriessent directly to their homes (VISA,HasterCard and Discovercards are accepted).Order on-line today, 24 hours everyday or

by phone at 800.626.2002 during normal businesshours.

Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generully should be referred to quulified service personnel. Cuution must be exercised, since improper

servicing may cause unsafe operution.

If you are not satisfied with the serviceyou receivefrom GE,contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: General Manager,Customer Relations

GEAppliances,Appliance Park Louisville,KY40225

GEAppliunces.com

Register your new uppliunce on-line--or your convenience! Timely product registration willallow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty, should the need arise.

You may also mail inthe pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.

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