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Contents
Ak
Condlioner
Adapter Plug
Air Direction
Air Filter
Appliance Registration
Care and Cleaning
Condenser Coils
Control Settings
Electrical Requirements
Energy-Saving Tips
Extension Cords
Grille and Cabinet
Grounding
Heat/Cool Models
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Model and Serial Numbers
Problem Solver
Repair Service
Safety Instructions
User Maintenance Instructions 6
Warranty Back Cover
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Help us
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help you...
Before
air conditioner, read
this book carefully.
It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new air
conditioner properly.
Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.
If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include
your phone number):
Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
Write down the model
and serial numbers.
You’ll find them on a label on the
frame of the air conditioner behind
the front grille. See how to remove
the front grille on page 6.
These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your air conditioner. Before sending
in this card, please write these
numbers here:
usiW
your
Instruction
Read dl
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When using this appliance, always
exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:
●
Use this appliance only for
intended purpose
this Use and Care Guide.
●
This air conditioner must be
properly installed in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. See
instructions on page 3.
●
Never unplug your air conditioner
by
puBing
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.
shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either the
plug or connector end.
SAW
instrudions
this appliance.
as
descriM
grounding
on the power cord.
Do not use a cord that
T=E
before
ik
in
INSTRUCTIONS
Ene~y-Sa*
●
Keep the air filter clean. (See
instructions on page 6.)
●
For most efficient cooling, keep
vent in
you want to exhaust air, smoke or
odors from the room.
too cold. Whenever possible, turn
the unit on before the room heats
up or cools down.
closed. Conditioned air escapes
when they’re open.
c
cold air returns closed. Conditioned
air can easily escape through them.
is operating. Curtains or drapes
blocking it will restrict air flow.
●
conditioner at high speed during
extremely hot or cold weather.
●
clean. (See page 6.)
●
vacations or extended absences
from home.
closed position except when
●
Don’t
let the
. Keep windows and doors
Keep furnace floor registers and
●
Don’t block front of unit when it
It’s best to operate your air
Keep outdoor condenser coil
Turn air conditioner off before
room get too
Tips
hot or
Model Number
Serial Number
Use these numbers in any
correspondence or service calls
concerning your air conditioner.
If you received a damaged air
conditioner,
the dealer (or builder) that sold you
the air conditioner.
Save time and money.
Before you request service,
the Problem Solver on page 7. It
lists causes of minor operating
problems that you can correct
yourself.
immediately contact
check
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Electrical
Safety—IMPORTANT.
.. Please Read
Carefully.
How to connect
electricity
For personal safety,
this appliance must be
properly grounded.
Electrical requirement
U5-volt
volt a.c., 60 hz grounded outlet
protected with a 15 amp time delay
fuse or circuit breaker.
The power cord on these models has
a three-prong (grounding) plug that
mates with a standard three-prong
(grounding) wall outlet (Fig. 1) to
minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from these appliances.
Where a standard two-prong wall
outlet is encountered, it is your
personal responsibility and obligation
to have it replaced with a properly
grounded three-prong wall outlet.
230/208-volt models
own single branch circuit supplying
230/208-volt a.c., protected with a
time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
This is recommended for best
performance and to prevent
overloading house wiring circuits,
which could cause a possible fire
.azard
rhe power cordon these models
has a 230/208-volt perpendicular,
tandem or large tandem type plug
that mates respectively with a
models
PREFERRED
METHOD
DO
NOT, UNDER ANY
C~CUMSTANCES,
OR REMOVE THE THIRD
(GROUND) PRONG FROM
THE POWER CORD.
from overheating wires.
require a
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INSURE PROPER
GROUNO
BEFORE USE
CUT
require their
115/120-
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230/208-volt perpendicular,
tandem or large tandem type wall
outlet. These types of outlets are
available at most hardware stores.
Q@
230/208-VOLT
PERPENDICULAR TYPE WALL OUTLET
LINE CORD PLUG
REQUIRES 20 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION
@e
230/208-VOLT
TANDEM TYPE
LINE CORD PLUG
REQUIRES 15 AMP TIME
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION
MATCHING
MATCHING
WALL OUTLET
OELAY
FUSE
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mm
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230/208-VOLT
LARGE TANDEM TYPE WALL OUTLET
LINE CORD PLUG
REQUIRES 30 AMP TIME
OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION
Whether
115-volt or a 230/208-volt unit, 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.
Use
your air conditioner is a
of adapter plug
(U5-volt modek
Because of potential safety hazards
,under
certain conditions, we
strongly recommend against use
of an adapter plug.
if you still elect
where
local
codes permit, a
TEMPORARY CON
may be made to a properly grounded
two-prong
UL listed adapter (Fig. 2) available
at most local hardware stores.
wall
outlet by use of a
MATCHING
OELAY
FUSE
only)
However,
to
use an adapter,
NE~ION
TEMPORARY
(ADAPTER PLUGS NOT
PERM,TTED,NCANADA, -
ALIGN LARGE
PRONGS/SLOTS
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v
Fig. 2
The
larger
aligned-with the larger
outlet to provide proper polarity in
the connection of the power cord.
CAUTION:
ground terminal to wall outlet cover
screw does not ground the appliance
unless cover screw is
insulated, and
through house wiring. You should
have the circuit checked by a qualified
electrician to make sure the outlet
is properly grounded.
When
from the adapter,
adapter with one hand. If this is not
done, the adapter ground terminal is
very
Should the adapter ground
terminal break,
appliance until a proper ground
has
disconneetingthe
likely
a~ain
Use of
Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions,
we
strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
if you still elect to use an extension
cord, it is absolutely necessary that
it be a
UL listed 3-wire grounding
type appliance extension cord and
that the current carrying rating of
the cord in amperes be equal to or
greater than the branch circuit size
shown on the rating nameplate of
the appliance.
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INSURE PROPER
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slot in the
Attaching the adapter
wall
to break with repeated use.
been established.
etiension
GROUND AND
FIRM CONNECTION
8EFORE
ada~ter
slbt
metal,
outlet is grounded
always
DO N~ USE the
cords
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USE
must be
in the wall
and not
power cord
hold
the
However,
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Opemting
Your Air Conditioner
Controk
VENTIMTION
OPEN
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●
CLOSE
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Ventilation Control
When this control is set at CLOSE,
only the air inside the room can be
circulated and conditioned. When
it’s in the OPEN position,
indoor air can be exhausted from
the
room.
some
SELECTOR
FAN
HIGH HIGH
HEAT
COOL
Selector Switih
OFF
turns air conditioner off.
FAN ONLY
speed
operation
htiting.
For F~ ONLY operation, the
Energy Saver Switch must be in the
NORMAL position.
LOW COOL
low fan speed operation.
permits medium fan
without cooling or
permits cooling with
THERMOSTAT
Thermostat Control
When you turn this control to
the desired setting, the thermostat
will automatically control the
temperature of the indoor air.
The higher the number selected,
the cooler the indoor air will be.
Ene~y
The Energy Saver Switch controls
the fan operation. When it’s in the
NORMAL position, the fan will
circulate room air continuously.
When it’s in the SAVE position, the
fan will automatically cycle on and
off with the compressor.
Saver Swikh
MED COOL
medium fan
HIGH COOL permits cooling
with high fan speed operation.
LOW HEAT permits heating with
low fan speed operation.
MED HEAT permits heating with
medium fan speed operation.
HIGH HEAT permits heating with
high fan speed operation.
For FAN ONLY operation, the
Energy Saver Switch must be in the
NORMAL position.
permits cooling with
speed operation.
ENERGY SAVER
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For Normal Cooling
1.
Set Selector Switch at HIGH
200L.
2. Set Thermostat Control at
desired number (usually the midpoint
is a good starting position). If room
temperature is not satisfactory after
a reasonable time, set the temperature
control at a higher number for a
cooler room or at a lower number
for a warmer room.
For Maximum Cooling
1.
Set Selector Switch at HIGH
COOL.
2.
Set Thermostat Control at 10.
3.
Set
Ventilation Control at
CLOSE position.
4. Shift Energy Saver Switch to
NORMAL.
For Quieter Operation
1.
Set Selector Switch at LOW
COOL.
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Set Thermostat Control at
desired number.
3. Set Ventilation Control at
CLOSE position.
4. Shift Energy Saver Switch to
desired position—NORMAL or
SAVE.
For Nighttime Operation
During the cooler evening hours,
it is recommended that you set the
Selector Switch at LOW COOL
for
very quiet operation and the
Thermostat Control at mid-range
(5 or 6).
When the Thermostat Control is
set on 9 or 10 and the Fan is set on
low speed, moisture may freeze on
the coils and prevent the unit from
cooling. If this happens, set the Fan
at high speed and set the Thermostat
Control to a lower number.
For Extreme Temperatures
For greatest economy and best
performance, we suggest you
always set the Selector Switch at
HIGH COOL in extremely hot
weather.
For air circulation and
filtering without cooling
or heating
Set Selector Switch at FAN ONLY.
For fan only operation,
Saver Switch must be in the
NORMAL position.
the Energy
For Ventilation
Whether controls are set for cooling,
heating or fan only operation, setting
Ventilation Control at OPEN lets
room air be exhausted to the
outside. This is helpful in removing
stale air, smoke or odors from the
room, and permits outdoor air to
enter through normal openings in the
house.
However, cooling effectiveness
is reduced when this control is set
at OPEN, so we suggest you don’t
keep it there long—especially in
hot, humid weather.
For Normal Heating
1. Set Selector Switch at HIGH
HEAT.
2. Set Thermostat Control at
desired number (usually the midpoint
is a good starting position). If room
temperature is not satisfactory after
a reasonable time, set the temperature
control at a lower number for a
warmer room or at a higher number
for a cooler room.
For Maximum Heating
1.
Set Selector Switch at HIGH
HEAT.
2. Set Thermostat Control at
3.
Set Ventilation Control at
CLOSE position.
4.
Shift Energy Saver Switch to
NORMAL.
1.
To Adjust Air Direction
Up-and-down air direction:
(A) let you direct discharged air
down or straight ahead.
Side-to-side air direction:
lets you direct discharged air to the
left, to the right or straight ahead.
Tabs
up,
Tab (B)
B
Tab B for
side-to-side
adjustment
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Care and Cleaning
USER
MNNTENmCE
INSTRUCTIONS
Turn air conditioner off and
remove the plug from the wall
outlet before cleaning.
Grille & Cabinet
Wipe both sides of grille with a
clean cloth lightly dampened with
mild liquid
or clean with a vacuum cleaner
brush. Be careful not to force the
movable louvers out of position.
Other areas behind the grille may
be wiped or vacuumed, taking care
not to damage the coil fins.
Wash cabinet with mild soap or
detergent and lukewarm water.
dishwashing detergent,
Never use strong chemicals,
solvents or bleaching
agenk.
Condenser Coils
These coils on the weather side
of the unit should be checked
periodically and cleaned if clogged
with dirt or soot from the atmosphere.
If extremely soiled, they may need
to
be steam cleaned, a service
through your GE service outlet.
atiable
Air Filter
The air filter behind the front grille
should be checked and cleaned at
least every 30 days or as often as it
needs cleaning.
To remove the filter:
Grasp the tab at the bottom left side
of the unit and pull downward.
Clean
cleaner to remove light dust. Wash
the filter in lukewarm, soapy water
and rinse in clear water to remove
sticky dust.
When replacing the filter, be sure
the word FRONT is facing you as
you slide the filter back into place.
the filter
with a vacuum
Front Grille Removal
If your air conditioner is mounted
flush inside the room or if the
window sill extends farther into the
room than the chassis, it may be
necessary to remove the front grille
before the filter can be removed.
To remove the grille:
1.
Grasp the bottom of the grille
and swing it toward you about 4
inches.
2.
Slide the grille upward to free
the three
from slots in the top of the cabinet.
The air filter can now be removed
from the grille—grasp the tab on
the filter and pull.
After cleaning, replace the air filter
and grille, hooking the top of the
grille onto the top of the cabinet
and pushing the bottom of the grille
in until it snaps into place.
tibs
at the top of the grille
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Questiom?
UseThis
Roblem Solver
PROBLEM
AIR CONDITIONER
N~
DOES
AIR CONDITIONER
“DOES
AS IT SHOULD”
OPERATING
SOUNDS
OPERATE
N~
COOL
POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY
●
Not
plu~ed
Ifplugged in,
.
●
cu~ins, blinds
●
Thermostat Control may not be set high enough. Also, when Energy Saver Switch
is at SAVE, the temperature in the room will vary more than when it’s at NORMAL.
~rn
knob to a higher number. Highest setting should provide maximum cooling.
filter difiy,
. Air
●
Room may have been very hot when air conditioner was first turned on. Allow
time for it to cool down.
●
Cold air maybe escaping through open fimace floor registers and cold air returns,
ven~ation
.
●
Cooling coils have iced up. To melt ice, set the Fan at high speed and the
Thermostat Control to a lower number.
●
Thermostat click, a metallic sound, maybe heard when compressor cycles on and
off. This is normal.
●
Fan cycles on and off with compressor when Energy Saver Switch is at SAVE and
Selector Switch is in cool or heat position. Otherwise, fan runs continuously when
air conditioner
in. Plug may have been bumped loose by vacuum cleaner or timiture.
fuse could have blown or circuit breaker may have been tripped.
or
firniture
should be cleaned at least every 30 days. See instructions on page 6.
Control maybe set at OPEN, allowing hot outside
ison.
blocking front of air conditioner will restrict airflow.
air
to enter room.
WATER
OUTSIDE
WATER
INSIDE
WATER IN BASE PAN
(ON OUTDOOR SIDE)
If you need more help.. call, toll free:
GE Answer Center”
8W.62&2~
consumer information service
DMPPING
DMPPING
●
Excess water may
. Air conditioner must be
water disposal.
●
This is
period in very humid areas. Moisture removed from indoor air drains to rear of
cabinet where it is picked up by a fan and thrown against the outdoor condenser coil.
If You Need Service
To obtain service, see your warranty
on the back page of this book.
We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
“vice
you receive, here are three
.Jps
to follow for further help.
FIRST, contact the people who
serviced
your appliance. Explain
oveflow
nomal
for a
why you are not pleased. In most
cases, this will solve the problem.
NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write all the details (including your
~hone
number) to:
.
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225
in extremely hot and humid weather. This is normal,
instilti
sho~ peri~ in areas
level or tilted slightly to the outside for proper
wifi
little
humidity;
FINALLY, if your problem is still
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North
Chicago, Illinois 60606
normal
Wacker
for a
Drive
longer
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YOUR GENERAL
ELE~RIC
ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
WARRANTY
Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or
cancelled
check to establish warranty period.
WHAT IS COVERED
WHAT IS
N~
COVERED ● SemicetriPsto Yourhometo
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of
charge, parts and service labor
in your home to repair or replace
any
part of
conditioner that fails because of a
manufacturing defect.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
For five years from the date of
original purchase, we will provide,
free of charge, a replacement
compressor and service labor to
diagnose and replace
compressor
manufacturing defect.
For each of the above warranties:
Transportation expense to and
from a service shop and shop
service labor if required will be free
of charge.
teach you how to use the product. resetting of circuit breakers.
Read your Use and Care material.
If you then have any questions
about operating the product,
please contact your dealer or our
Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer
800.626.2000
consumer information service
●
lm~roDer
. .
If you have an installation problem,
or if the air conditioner is of
improper cooling or heating
capacity for the intended use,
contact your dealer or installer.
You are responsible for providing
adequate electrical connecting
facilities.
the
room air
any
that fails because of a
Cente@
installation.
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for use in the 48 mainland
states, Hawaii and Washington,
In Alaska the warranty is the same
except that it is LIMITED because you
must pay to ship the product to the
shoD
service
technician’s travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be provided
by our Factory Service Centers or
by our authorized Customer
servicers during normal working
hours.
Look in the White or Yellow Pages
of your telephone directory for
GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY,
GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY
SERVICE, GENERAL
HOTPOINT
GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER
CARE@ SERVICE.
. Replacement of house fuses or
● In commercial locations labor
necessary to move the unit to a
location where it is accessible for
service by an individual technician.
. Failure of the product resulting from
modifications to the product or due to
unreasonable use including failure to
provide reasonable and necessary
maintenance.
. Damage to the product caused
by improper power supply voltage,
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
WARRAN~R
FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
or for the service
ELECTRIC-
FACTORY SERVICE or
IS
NOT
RESPONSIBLE
D.C.
Care@
Pub.
1-90
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. 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 in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company
If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
No.
49-7229
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