GE AKM05, AKM06, AKM08, AKM10, AKM12 Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions

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Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . .2, 3

Operating Instructions

Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–6

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Installation Instructions . . . . . . .7–10

Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . . .11

Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . .11

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Owner’s Manual and

Installation Instructions

AKM05*

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AKM10*

AKM12*

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AKQ10

AKQ12

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As an ENERGY STAR® partner, GE has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # __________________________

Serial # __________________________

Find these numbers on a label on the side of the air conditioner.

	In Canada, contact us at:	49-7633 01-10 JR
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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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

■Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual.

■This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.

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

■Replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the manufacturer and not repaired. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

■Turn the unit OFF and unplug your air conditioner before cleaning.

■GE does not support any servicing of the air conditioner. We strongly recommend that you do not attempt to service the air conditioner yourself.

■For your safety…do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

■All air conditioners contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old product with refrigerants, check with the company handling disposal about what to do.

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

■These R410A air conditioning systems require contractors and technicians to use tools, equipment and safety standards approved for use with this refrigerant. DO NOT use equipment certified for R22 refrigerant only.

HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY

Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

DO NOT use an adapter plug with this appliance.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

Power cord includes a current interrupter device. A test and reset button is provided on the plug case. The device should be tested on a

periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button and then the RESET button while plugged into the outlet. If the TEST button does not trip

or if the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and

contact a qualified service technician.

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Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered,

it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

The air conditioner should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate.

This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

See the Installation Instructions, Electrical Requirements section for specific electrical

connection requirements.

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WARNING!

USE OF EXTENSION CORDS—115-Volt models only

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.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

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About the controls on the air conditioner.

Features and appearance will vary.

Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings.

Light indicates the unit is in temperature or delay time Set mode.

Light indicates the delay timer is set.

NOTE: The display always shows the room temperature except when setting the Set temperature or the Delay timer.

Delay timer and temperature set Decrease/Increase

	Unit power on/off
Delay 1–24hr	Auto Fan on/off and
	Decrease/Increase
Mode select

(on some models)

Air Conditioner Controls

Controls

Power Pad

Turns air conditioner on and off. When turned on, the display will show the room temperature.

Display

Shows the room temperature or time remaining on the Delay timer. Shows the Set

temperature while setting the temperature in Cool or Energy Saver modes. The Set light will

turn on while setting.

NOTE: The display will change to show the room temperature after settings have been

made. To recall the Set temperature, press the

Temp Increase ▲ or Decrease ▼ pads.

Temp Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼ Pads

Use to set temperature when in Cool or Energy Saver mode. The Set light will turn on while

setting. Hold down both the up and down pads for 5 seconds to change the display between Fahrenheit and Celsius.

Delay Timer Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼ Pads

Each touch of the Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼

pads on the unit or on the remote control will set the delay time when using the Delay 1–24hr

timer. The Set light will turn on while setting.

Fan Speed Pad

Use to set the fan speed to Low, Med, High or Auto on the unit. NOTE: On the remote

control, use the Fan button to set the fan speeds to Low, Med, High or Auto.

Remote Control

Mode Pad

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

Delay Pads

Delay ON—When the air conditioner is off, it can be set to automatically come on in 1 to 24 hours at its previous mode and fan settings. Delay OFF—When the air conditioner is on, it can be set to automatically turn off in 1 to 24 hours.

How to set:

Press the Delay 1–24hr pad on the unit or on the remote control. Each touch of the Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼ pads on the unit or on the

remote control will set the timer in 1/2-hour intervals until the time reaches 10 hours; then it will increase in 1-hour intervals. The Set light will turn on while setting.

To review the remaining time on the Delay 1–24hr timer, press the Delay 1–24hr pad on

the unit or on the remote control. Use the

Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼ pads on the unit or on the remote control to set a new time if desired.

To cancel the timer, press the Delay 1–24hr pad until the light on the Delay 1–24hr pad goes off.

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Clean Filter

The “Clean Filter” light will come on to tell you it is time to change your filter.

Do Not Operate in Freezing Outdoor Conditions

This cool-only air conditioner was not designed for freezing outdoor conditions. It must not be used in freezing outdoor conditions.

Remote Control

■To ensure proper operation, aim the remote control at the signal receiver on the air conditioner.

■The remote control signal has a range of up to 20 feet.

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■Make sure nothing is between the air conditioner and the remote control that could block the signal.

■Make sure batteries are fresh and installed correctly as indicated on the remote control.

Cool Mode

Use the Cool mode at Low, Med, High or Auto Fan Speed for cooling. Use the Temperature Increase ▲ / Decrease ▼ pads to set the desired temperature

between 62°F and 86°F in 1°F increments.

An electronic thermostat is used to maintain the room temperature. The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room at the set level of comfort. Set the thermostat at a lower number and the indoor air will become cooler. Set the thermostat at a higher number and the indoor air will become warmer.

NOTE: If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on while set to a Cool setting or if turned from a fan setting to a Cool setting, it may take approximately 3 minutes for the compressor to start and cooling to begin.

Energy Saver Mode

Controls the fan.

ON—The fan will cycle on and off with the compressor. This results in wider variations of room

temperature and humidity. Normally used when the room is unoccupied. NOTE: The fan may continue to run for a short time after the compressor cycles off.

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 and Nighttime Cooling—Select the

Cool mode and Low fan with a middle set temperature.

OFF—The fan runs all the time, while the compressor cycles on and off.

Fan Mode

Use the Fan Mode at Low, Med or High fan speed to	NOTE: Auto Fan Speed is available in the Fan Mode.
provide air circulation and filtering without cooling.
Since fan-only settings do not provide cooling, a
Set temperature cannot be entered. The room
temperature will appear in the display.

Auto Fan Speed

Set to Auto fan speed for the fan speed to	NOTE: Auto Fan Speed is available in the Fan Mode.
automatically set to the speed needed to provide
optimum comfort settings with the set temperature.
If the room needs more cooling, the fan speed
will automatically increase. If the room needs less
cooling, the fan speed will automatically decrease.

Power Outage Recovery Feature

In the case of a power outage or interruption, the	feature was set, it will resume countdown. You may
unit will automatically restart in the settings last	need to set a new time if desired.
used after the power is restored. If the Delay 1–24hr	5

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About the controls on the air conditioner.

Additional important information.

Air Direction

Use the lever to adjust the air direction left and right only.

Fresh Air Vent Control (on some models)

The Fresh Air Vent Control allows you to let fresh air into the room.

To open the vent, pull the tab out to allow fresh air to circulate into the room.

To close the vent, push the tab in.

Vent open

Vent closed

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

Air Filter

The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary.

To remove:
Open the inlet grille by pulling downward on the
tabs at the top upper corners of the inlet grille until
the grille is in a 45º position. Remove the filter.
Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and	Tab	Tab
let the filter dry before replacing it. Do not clean
the filter in a dishwasher.

CAUTION:DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance.

Outdoor Coils

The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner should be checked regularly. If they are clogged with dirt or soot, they may be professionally cleaned.

How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control

1	Remove the battery cover by sliding it
	according to the arrow direction.
2	Insert new batteries, making sure that the (+)
	and (–) of battery are installed correctly.
3	Reattach the cover by sliding it back
	into position.

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NOTES:

■Use 2 “AAA” (1.5 volt) alkaline batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries.

■Remove the batteries from the remote control if the system is not going to be used for a long time.

■Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alkaline, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.) batteries.

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Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit www.GEAppliances.ca

BEFOREYOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT — Save these

instructions 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.

•You MUST use all supplied parts and use proper installation procedures as described in these instructions when installing this air conditioner.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

Phillips head screwdriver

Flat-blade screwdriver

Pencil		Ruler or tape measure

Some models require a 115/120-volt AC, 60-Hz grounded outlet protected with a

15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.

The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the possibility of electric shock hazard. If the wall outlet you plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it is your responsibility to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.

Some models require 230/208-volt AC,
protected with a time-delay fuse or circuit
breaker. These models should be installed
on their own single branch circuit for
best performance and to prevent
overloading house or apartment wiring
circuits, which could cause a possible
fire hazard from overheating wires.	7

Level		Scissors or knife

Power cord includes a current interrupter device. A test and reset button is provided on the plug case. The device should be tested on a

periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button and then the RESET button while plugged into the outlet. If the TEST button does not trip or

if the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service technician.

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PARTS INCLUDED	Window
(Appearance may vary)
	sash seal
Top mounting rail
	Foam top
	window gasket

Right accordion panel

Air	Left
	accordion
conditioner
	panel

3/8" Type A (4)	3/4" Type B (6)	Window locking	Frame locking
		bracket (1)	bracket (2)

If top rail is not already attached

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1WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

•These instructions are for a standard doublehung 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.

•Follow the dimensions in the table and illustration for your model.

Models	A	B
AKM05, AKM06,	13 1/2″	22 3/16″–39″
AKM08, AKQ08
AKM10, AKM12,	16″	23″–38 1/8″

AKQ10, AKQ12

A

B

(With accordion panels)

2 STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt toward the outside, and will keep it from draining properly.

To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood to the sill.

WOOD PIECES WIDTH: 2″

LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside the window frame.

THICKNESS: To determine the thickness, place a piece of wood on the sill to make it 1/2″ higher than the top of the storm window frame or the vinyl frame.

3 PREPARE THE AIR CONDITIONER

AIf not already attached, install the top mounting rail with 4 Type A screws from the outside of the case.

Top mounting rail

Bottom mounting rail

B Hold the accordion panel in one hand and gently pull back to free the open end.

CSlide the free end of the accordion panel into the side panel rails. Slide the panel down. Be sure to leave enough space to slip the top and bottom of the frame into the rails on the cabinet.

NOTE: There is a right and a lef t accordion panel. Be sure to use the proper panel for each side.

DSlide the left and right accordion panels into the top and bottom mounting rails.

Attach securely with nails or screws provided

Top mounting rail Top right

by the installer.

Top left

1/2″ higher

than vinyl frame

(on some windows)

Wood

1/2″ higher

than storm

window

Sill

frame

Storm window

Vinyl frame

Bottom mounting rail

frame

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4 PREPARETHEWINDOW

Cut the window sash seal to the proper length. Peel off the backing and attach the seal to the underside of the window sash.

5INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE WINDOW

APlace the air conditioner on the sill with the bottom mounting rail against its back edge. Center it and close the window securely behind the top mounting rail.

It should be level or slightly tilted to the outside. Use a level; about a 1/3 bubble will be the correct case slant to the outside.

3 Screws

2 Frame locking brackets

BExtend the left and right accordion panels to the vertical window sashes and attach 3 Type B screws through the holes in the upper panels, as appropriate.

CInstall the frame locking brackets between the bottom of the accordion panel and the window sill. Attach with 2 Type B screws.

NOTE: To prevent the window sill from splitting, drive the pilot holes before driving the screws.

6INSTALL SUPPORT BRACKET AND FOAM TOP WINDOW GASKET

CAUTION:

A

To prevent broken glass

Vinyl

or damage to windows,

on vinyl or other

similarly constructed

windows, attach the

window locking bracket

to the window side jamb.

Attach the window

Wood

locking bracket with one

Type B screw.

BCut the foam top window gasket to the window width.

C Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to

prevent air and

insects from

getting into the room.

NOTE: If the gasket supplied does not fit your window, obtain appropriate material locally to provide a proper installation seal.

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Problem	Possible Causes	What To Do
Air conditioner	The air conditioner	• Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed
does not start	is unplugged.	completely into the outlet.
	The fuse is blown/circuit	• Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
	breaker is tripped.	the fuse or reset the breaker.
	Power failure.	• The unit will automatically restart in the settings last
		used after the power is restored.
		• There is a protective time delay (approximately
		3 minutes) to prevent tripping of the compressor
		overload. For this reason, the unit may not start
		normal cooling for 3 minutes after it is turned
		back on.
	The current interrupter	• Press the RESET button located on the power cord plug.
	device is tripped.	• If the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue
		use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified
		service technician.

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	The room may have been hot.	• When the air conditioner is first turned on, you need
			to allow time for the room to cool down.
	Cold air is escaping.	• Check for open furnace registers and cold air returns.
	Cooling coils have iced up.	• See “Air conditioner freezing up” below.
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freezing up	and stops the air conditioner		thermostat to a higher temperature.
	from cooling the room.
The remote control	The batteries are inserted	• Check the position of the batteries. They should be
is not working	incorrectly.		inserted in the opposite (+) and (–) direction.
	The batteries may be dead.	• Replace the batteries.
Water drips outside	Hot, humid weather.	• This is normal.
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Water drips indoors	The air conditioner is not	• For proper water disposal, make sure the air conditioner
	tilted to the outside.		slants slightly from the case front to the rear.
Water collects in	Moisture removed from air	• This is normal for a short period in areas with little
base pan	and drains into base pan.		humidity; normal for a longer period in very humid areas.
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condenser on rainy days or when the humidity			may overflow and drip from the outdoor side
is high. This design feature helps remove			of the unit.
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Please place in envelope and mail to:

Veuillez mettre dans une enveloppe et envoyez à :

OWNERSHIP REGISTRATION

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MISSISSAUGA, ONTARIO

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GE Air Conditioner—One Year Limited Warranty.(For customers in the U.S.A.)

		All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,		Staple your receipt here.
		or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service,		Proof of the original purchase date
		visit us on-line at GEAppliances.com, or call 800.GE.CARES		is needed to obtain service under
		(800.432.2737). Have serial number and model number available
				the warranty.
		when calling for service.
For The Period Of:			GE Will Replace:
One Year			Any part of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.
From the date of the			During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related
original purchase			service to replace the defective part.

What Is Not Covered:

■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 is accessible for service by an individual technician.

■Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.

■Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosionprotected.

■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.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular 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. 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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