GE AKL08, AKN08, AKQ08, AKV08, AKW08 Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions
AKL08
AKN08
AKQ08
AKV08
AKW08
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . .2, 3
Operating Instructions
Control Knob Models . . . . . .6, 7
Touch Pad Models . . . . . . . . .4, 5
Care and Cleaning
Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Installation Instructions
Through-the-Wall
Installation—Optional . . . . . . .18
Window Installation . . . . . . .9–17
Troubleshooting Tips . . . .19, 20
Normal Operating Sounds . . .20
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . . . .24
Product Registration . . . . .21, 22
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
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Owner’s Manual and
Installation Instructions
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Model # __________________________
Serial # __________________________
Find these numbers on a label on the
side of the air conditioner.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injury.
■ Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Owner’s
Manual.
■ This air conditioner must be properly
installed in accordance with the Installation
Instructions before it is used.
■ Never unplug your air conditioner by
pulling on the power cord. Always grip
plug firmly and pull straight out from the
receptacle.
■ Repair or replace immediately all electric
service cords that have become frayed or
otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord
that shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either the plug or
connector end.
■ Turn the mode control to OFF and unplug
your air conditioner before making any
repairs or cleaning.
■ NOTE: We strongly recommend that any
servicing be performed by a qualified individual.
■ 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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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.
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.
HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY
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WARNING!
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
However, if you must use an extension cord,
it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed,
14 gauge, 3-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.
CAUTION:
DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the
230/208 volt models.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS—115-Volt models only
Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an adapter plug.
However, 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.
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, and 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.
USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS—115-Volt models only
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.
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About the controls on the air conditioner—models with touch pads.
Features and appearance will vary.
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■ To ensure proper operation, aim the remote
control at the signal receiver on the air
conditioner.
■ The remote control signal has a range of
up to 21 feet.
■ Make sure nothing is between the air conditioner
and the remote control that could block the
signal.
■ Make sure batteries are fresh and installed
correctly as indicated on the remote control.
Controls
ON/OFF Pad
Turns air conditioner on and off.
MODE
Use to set the air conditioner to COOL or
FAN mode.
Increase ▲ /Decrease ▼ Pads
Use to set temperature when in COOL mode.
FAN Pad
Use to set the fan speed to LOW, MED
or HIGH.
TIMER Pad
ON—When the air conditioner is off,
it can be set to automatically turn on in
1 to 12 hours at its previous setting. Each
touch will set the timer in hours.
OFF—When the air conditioner is on,
it can be set to automatically turn off in
1 to 12 hours. Each touch will set the timer
in hours.
To cancel the timer, press the TIMER pad
until the display time disappears.
NOTE: All timer settings are automatically
cancelled if the unit is turned on or off after
setting the timer.
Display
Shows the room temperature, set
temperature or the time remaining on the
timer. After setting the controls, the display
will change to show the room temperature.
To recall the set temperature to the display,
press the Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼ pad once.
To recall the time remaining on the timer,
if it was set, press the TIMER pad once.
Display Codes
E1—Automatic filter clean reminder.
Turn the air conditioner OFF and unplug it.
NOTE: The air conditioner must be unplugged
for the automatic filter clean timer to reset.
Clean the filter. See the Care and Cleaning
section. After cleaning, replace the filter
and plug the air conditioner back in.
Er—Room temperature sensor failure.
Call for service.
Remote Control Signal Receiver
Remote Control
Air Conditioner Controls Remote Control
Cool on
Fan on
High fan on
Medium fan on
Low fan on
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When the air conditioner is turned on, it will
automatically start in the setting last used,
except the timer will be cancelled if it was set.
Lights in the display or beside the touch pads
on the air conditioner control panel indicate the
selected settings.
Use the COOL mode with HIGH, MED or LOW fan
for cooling. Use the Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼ pads
to set the desired temperature between 60°F and
90°F in 2°F increments (or between 16°C and
31°C in 1°C increments if the control has been
set to use Celsius).
A thermostat is used to maintain the room
temperature. The compressor will cycle on and off
to keep the room at the set level of comfort. Set the
thermostat at a lower number and the indoor air
will become cooler. Set the thermostat at a higher
number and the indoor air will become warmer.
NOTE: If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on while
set to COOL, it will take approximately 3 minutes for the
compressor to start and cooling to begin.
Cooling Descriptions
For Normal Cooling—Select the COOL mode and
HIGH or MED fan with a middle set temperature.
For Maximum Cooling—Select the COOL mode
and HIGH fan with a lower set temperature.
For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling—Select the
COOL mode and LOW fan with a middle set
temperature.
NOTE: If you switch from a COOL setting to OFF or to
a fan setting, wait at least 3 minutes before switching back
to a COOL setting.
COOL Mode
Use the FAN at HIGH, MED or LOW to provide
air circulation and filtering without cooling.
Since fan only settings do not provide cooling,
a temperature setting will not be displayed.
Your control is set to use and display Fahrenheit temperature
selections, but you may change it to use and display Celsius
selections.
Press and hold the Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼ pads
at the same time to switch to ˚C or ˚F as desired.
FAN Mode Fahrenheit or Celsius
The vent control is located on the inside of the
air louvers at the bottom of the vent.
When set at CLOSE, only the air inside the room
will be circulated and conditioned. When set at
OPEN, some inside air is exhausted outside.
Vent Control
Up and Down
Fingertip pressure on the horizontal louvers
adjusts the air direction up or down.
Side-to-Side
The side-to-side air direction is adjusted by moving
the air direction lever to the left or right.
Air Direction
To open the vent.
To close the vent.
Vent control
lever
Vent control
lever
Air direction
lever
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Features and appearance will vary.
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Controls
Mode Controls
HIGH COOL, MED COOL and LOW COOL provide
cooling with different fan speeds.
COOL provides cooling with a fixed fan speed.
LOW FAN, HIGH FAN or FAN provides air
circulation and filtering without cooling.
NOTE: If you move the switch from a cool setting to
OFF or to a fan setting, wait at least 3 minutes before
switching back to a cool setting.
Cooling Descriptions
For Normal Cooling—Select HIGH COOL or
MED COOL with the temp control at midpoint.
For Maximum Cooling—Select HIGH COOL with
the temp control at the highest number
available on your knob.
For Quieter and Nighttime Cooling—Select
LOW COOL with the temp control at midpoint.
Temp Controls
The temp control is used to maintain the
room temperature. The compressor will cycle
on and off to keep the room at the same
level of comfort. When you turn the knob to
a higher number, the indoor air will become
cooler. Turn the knob to a lower number and
the indoor air will become warmer.
TEMP CONTROL
MODE CONTROLS
Your model will have one of the above type controls.
OFF
LOW
FAN
LOW
COOL
HIGH
FAN
HIGH
COOL
MED
COOL
OFF
FANCOOL
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Additional controls and important information.
The vent control is located on the inside of the
air louvers at the bottom of the vent.
When set at CLOSE, only the air inside the room
will be circulated and conditioned. When set
at OPEN, some inside air is exhausted
outside.
Vent Control
Fingertip pressure on the horizontal louvers adjusts
the air direction up or down.
Air Direction—Up and Down
The side-to-side air direction is adjusted by moving
the air direction lever to the left or right.
Air Direction—Side-to-Side
To open the vent. To close the vent.
Vent control
lever
Vent control
lever
Air direction
lever
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Care and cleaning of the air conditioner.
Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug
from the wall outlet before cleaning.
To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not
use bleach or abrasives.
Grille and Case
The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner
should be checked regularly. If they are clogged
with dirt or soot, they may be professionally steam
cleaned, a service available through your GE
service outlet.
Outdoor Coils
The air filter behind the front grille should be
checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or
more often if necessary.
E1 in the display (on models with touch pads)
is an automatic filter clean reminder. Turn the
air conditioner OFF and unplug it.
NOTE: The air conditioner must be unplugged for the
automatic filter clean timer to reset.
Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and
let the filter dry before replacing it.
NOTE: DO NOT rinse, or put the filter in an automatic
dishwasher.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate the air
conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it
and reduce performance.
To remove:
Pull to unlatch the lower corners of the inlet
grille and lift it up and off.
Using the tab, pull up slightly on the filter to
release it and pull it down to remove.
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Preparing to install the air conditioner.
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with
the air conditioner after installation is completed.
NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Owner’s Manual
and Installation Instructions for future use.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
For personal safety, this air conditioner must be
properly grounded.
It is important to have the wall outlet and circuit
checked by a qualified electrician if there is any
doubt as to whether a proper ground exists.
Follow National Electrical Codes (NEC) and/or local
codes and ordinances.
CAUTION:
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not change the plug on the power cord of this
air conditioner.
Aluminum house wiring may present special
problems
—
consult a qualified electrician.
Before You Begin
Some models require 115/120-volt a.c.,
60 Hz grounded outlet protected with a
15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the
possibility of electric shock hazard. If the wall outlet
you plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it is your
responsibility to have it replaced with a properly
grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
Some models require 230/208-volt a.c.,
protected with a time delay fuse or circuit
breaker. These models should be installed
on their own single branch circuit for best
performance and to prevent overloading
house or apartment wiring circuits, which
could cause a possible fire hazard from
overheating wires.
Electrical Requirements
■ Phillips-head screwdriver
■ Adjustable wrench
■ Ruler or tape measure
■ Drill
■ Scissors or knife
■ Pencil
■ Level
Tools You Will Need
Type A (17)
Support bracket (2)
Right
accordion
panel
Foam top
window gasket
Window sash seal
(thin, adhesive-backed)
Left
accordion
panel
Type B (11) Type C (6) Accordion panel
clamp (2)
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Window installation instructions.
Parts Included
Leveling bolt (2)
Nut (2)
Support rail (2)
Top mounting rail
seal strip
Bottom
mounting rail
Air conditioner case
Top mounting rail
Window locking
bracket
Window stool
seal (thick,
adhesive-backed)
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Read completely, then follow step-by-step.
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. See the window opening dimensions.
■ All supporting parts must be secured to firm
wood, masonry or metal.
■ The electrical outlet must be within reach of the
power cord.
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15″ min.
21-3/4″ to 35-1/4″
(With accordion panels)
18″ min.
(Without accordion panels)
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.
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.
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1/2″ higher
than frame
Storm window
frame
Wood
Stool
Remove the Air Conditioner From the Case
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Remove and discard the 2 shipping screws
from the bottom rear of the case.
Pull to unlatch the lower corners of the inlet
grille and lift it up and off.
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Remove the Air Conditioner From the Case (cont.)
Using the tab, pull up slightly on the filter
to release it and pull it down to remove.
Remove the two grille frame screws.
Grasp the lower corners of the grille frame
while pressing in on the case sides with your
finger tips. Pull out to release and lift it up.
NOTE: Do not pull the
bottom edge toward
you more than 3 ″ or
you may damage the
tabs of the grille.
On some models, you must also disconnect
the control connectors before the grille frame
can be removed. Press the locking tabs in
while pulling on the other side to release.
Remove the two locking screws and locking
brackets from the lower front of the unit.
Remove the screw securing the ground wire
to the right side face of the unit.
Slide the air conditioner from the case by
gripping the base pan handle and pulling
forward while bracing the case.
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Screw
Ground wire
Press in
Pull
Press in
Grille frame screws
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Remove the Shipping Pad
Remove and discard the shipping pad next to the compressor.
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Install the Mounting Rails onto the Case
Remove the backing from the top mounting
rail seal strip and attach it to the bottom of
the top mounting rail.
Attach the top mounting rail onto the top
of the case with 5 Type A screws.
Attach the bottom mounting rail to the
bottom of the case from the inside, using
4 Type A screws.
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Type A screws
Type A screws
Type A
screws
Type A screw
Remove and discard
shipping pad
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Install the Side Accordion Panels
Slide the left and right accordion panels into
the top and bottom mounting rails.
Attach the accordion panels to the case using
4 Type A screws on each side.
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Window installation instructions.
Prepare the Window
Cut the window sash seal (thin, adhesivebacked) to the window width and stick the
adhesive side to the bottom of the sash.
Mark the centerline of the stool. Measure and
mark the locations for the support assemblies
81⁄8″ from both sides of the centerline.
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A
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Type A screws
Top mounting rail
Bottom mounting rail
Accordion panel
Window sash seal
81⁄8″
Stool
81⁄8″
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Assemble the Supports
Loosely attach a support bracket to a support
rail using 2 Type C screws.
NOTE: The support bracket may be attached into
either slot in the support rail, depending on the depth
of your window sill.
Thread a nut onto a leveling bolt, then
thread the leveling bolt into the support
bracket. An adjustable wrench may be needed.
Before attaching the support, hold the neck of
the support rail against the back edge of the
window stool.
Adjust the position of the support bracket
inward or outward on the support rail until the
leveling bolt is near the outside edge of the sill.
NOTE: Make sure that the leveling bolt will be firmly
supported by the sill.
Tighten the Type C screws to secure the
support bracket to the support rail in the
correct position.
Repeat steps A–E to assemble the second
support.
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Install the Supports
Line up the V-notches in the support rails with
the left and right marks on the stool. Make
sure that the support rail is against the back
of the stool and drill two 1/8″ pilot holes into
the stool through the holes in the head of the
support rail. Attach the supports to the stool
using two Type B screws in each support.
Adjust the leveling bolts against the sill so that
the supports have a slight tilt to the outside.
Use a level; about 1/2 bubble will be the
correct slant to the outside. After leveling is
done, tighten the leveling bolt nut.
NOTE: Use a steel washer between the leveling
bolts and the sill if the sill is weak.
Attach the adhesive side of the window stool seal
(thick, adhesive-backed) to the window stool.
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Type C screws
Support bracket
Support rail
Support bracket
Leveling bolt
Nut
Adjust as
needed
Neck of
support rail
Stool
Supports
Sill
Type B
screws
Stool
1/2 bubble
Leveling bolt
Nut
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Window stool seal
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