GE APCA14YZMW, APWA14YZMW, APSA13YZMW Installation Manual
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION ............. 3
CONTROLS .................4
CARE AND CLEANING ....... 7
INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS ............. 9
TROUBLESHOOTING ....... 13
WIFI SETUP ............... 14
LIMITED WARRANTY ........15
CONSUMER SUPPORT .......16
Portable Room
OWNER’S MANUAL
AND INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
APCA14
APWA14
APSA13
Before you begin
(on some models)
Record the GE module number and
password for wifi setup. To locate
this information, see page 14.
GE Module Number #____________
Password #____________________
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model # _________________
Serial # _________________
Find these numbers on a label on
the side of the air conditioner.
AIR CONDITIONER
GE is a trademark of the General Electric Company. Manufactured under trademark license.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
shock, injury to persons, or damage when using the air
conditioner, follow basic precautions, including the
following:
• Read all of the instructions before using this
appliance.
• Plug into a grounded 3 prong outlet.
• Do not remove ground prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cord.
• Do not operate the air conditioner if it has a
damaged cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or
if it has been damaged or dropped.
• The air conditioner should be serviced only by
qualified service personnel. Call an authorized
service company for examination, repair, or
adjustment.
To reduce the risk of fire, electrical
• Disconnect power before servicing.
• Disconnect power before cleaning.
NOTE: Turning off power by pressing the Power
button does NOT disconnect the appliance from the
power supply.
• Do not install or use the air conditioner in any area
where the atmosphere contains combustible gases
or where the atmosphere is contaminated. Avoid
any chemicals coming in contact with your air
conditioner.
• Do not store anything directly on top of the air
conditioner.
• Use two or more people to move and install air
conditioner.
• Never operate the air conditioner without the filters in
place.
• Do not use the air conditioner near a bathtub,
shower or wash basin or other wet area.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Controls
T
High
Med
Low
C
Dry
Heat
Features and appearance will vary.
Lights next to the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings.
A
Cool Fan DryHeat
oolFan
Cool Fan DryHeat
Temp / Time
emp / Time
Temp / Time
HighMedLow
HighMedLow
B
C
A. Control Panel Display
Displays the Set Temperature in degrees Fahrenheit
or degrees Celsius, or the hours remaining in a Time
Delay. The corresponding indicator light will illuminate.
B. Power Button
Turns ON/OFF power to the air conditioner.
USING THE AIR CONDITIONER
NOTE: Turning off power by pressing the Power button
does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power
supply.
• Press the Power button. The Power indicator will
illuminate.
C. Mode Button
Press the Mode button to toggle among the operating
options. The corresponding indicator will illuminate:
Heat (on some models) - Heats the room to the set
temperature
Cool – Cools the room to the set temperature
DRY – Reduces the humidity in the room
Fan – Circulates the air in the room without cooling
D. Timer / Temperature Set Controls
Adjusts the Temperature or Hours in Time Delay.
To Set the Temperature:
The temperature can be set between 61ºF and 89ºF
(17ºC and 30º C) when the air conditioner is in Cool
mode.
1. Press the Mode button until the Cool mode is selected.
2. Press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow buttons to select the
Temperature.
NOTE: The temperature cannot be set when the air
conditioner is in either Fan or DRY mode.
NOTE: The Up Arrow and Down Arrow buttons, when
pressed at the same time, allow you to select between
displaying the temperature in ºC or ºF. The corresponding
indicator will illuminate.
(on some models)
D
E
F
G
E. Fan Speed Button
The fan speed can be adjusted from Low, Medium, to
High speed when the air conditioner is in operation.
NOTE: The fan speed cannot be adjusted when the unit
is in DRY mode.
• Press the Fan Speed button to toggle among the three
speeds. The corresponding fan speed indicator will
illuminate.
F. Timer Button
Program a time from (1-hour to 24-hours) for the air
conditioner to turn Off or On. When a Time Delay is
programmed, the Timer indicator light will illuminate.
While the air conditioner is operating:
1. Press the Timer button.
2. Press the Up/Down arrow buttons to select the number
of hours you want the air conditioner to continue to
operate before turning Off.
NOTE: Wait approximately 5 seconds for the Turn-Off
time to be saved.
While the air conditioner is off:
1. Press the Timer button.
2. Press the Up/Down arrow buttons to select the number
of hours you want the air conditioner to remain off before
turning On.
NOTE: Wait approximately 5 seconds for the Turn-On
time to be saved.
To cancel the timer:
• Press the Timer button once, the hours remaining will
flash, press the timer button again and the timer will be
canceled.
G. WiFi Connect Pad (on some Models)
1. Connect your air conditioner to WiFi router.
2. Press and hold the timer button for 3 seconds to
connect the app or disconnect the app.
Refer to the “WiFi Set up” section for more information.
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Controls
The display will always default to show the room temperature.
When the air conditioner is turned on, it will automatically start in the last mode and fan settings selected.
Cool Mode
Use the COOL mode for cooling.
To set the COOL mode:
1. Press the MODE pad until the COOL indicator light is lit.
2. Press the FAN pad to set HIGH, MEDIUM, or LOW
fan speed.
3. Press + or - to set the desired temperature between
61°F and 89°F in 1°F increments.
After settings have been made, the display will change
back to show the room temperature.
The temperature control 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
temperature control at a lower number and the indoor
air will become cooler. Set the temperature control 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, MEDIUM, or LOW fan speed with a middle set
temperature.
For Maximum Cooling—Select the COOL mode
and HIGH fan speed with a lower set temperature.
For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling—Select the
COOL mode and LOW fan speed with a middle set
temperature.
NOTE: If you switch from COOL or DRY mode setting to
OFF, wait 3 minutes before restarting.
USING THE AIR CONDITIONER
DRY Mode—Dehumidification
Use the DRY mode to provide dehumidification only.
The fan will run at a fixed speed at this setting, so a fan
speed cannot be set. Keep windows and doors closed
for the best dehumidifying effects.
To set the DRY mode:
•Press the MODE pad until the DRY indicator light is lit.
FAN Mode
Use the FAN mode to provide air circulation and filtering
without cooling.
To set the FAN mode:
• Press the FAN pad until the desired indicator light for
high, medium, or low fan speed is lit.
HEAT Mode
Use the Heat mode at Low, Med, High or Auto Fan
Speed for heating. Use the Temperature Increase
(+) /Decrease (-) pads to set the desired temperature
between 61°F and 86°F in 1°F increments.
Power Outage Recovery Feature
In the case of a power outage or interruption, the unit will
automatically re-start in the settings last used after the
power is restored.
In the DRY mode, a set temperature will not be
displayed. After DRY mode has been set, the display will
change back to show the room temperature.
NOTE: If you switch from a DRY setting to OFF or to a
fan setting, wait at least 3 minutes before switching back
to a DRY setting.
Since fan only settings do not provide cooling, a set
temperature will not be displayed. After FAN speed has
been set, the display will change back to show the room
temperature.
The exhaust hose and window kit do not need to be
installed when operating in fan mode.”
An electronic thermostat is used to maintain the room
temperature. The heater will cycle on and off to keep the
room at the set level of comfort.
NOTE: If the TIMER was set before the power outage, it
will need to be reset after power is restored.
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Controls
Features and appearance may vary.
Icons on the remote control indicate the selected settings
ć
A
B
C
D
E
F
USING THE AIR CONDITIONER
Cool
Fan
Dry
Heat
WiFi
Swing Fan Speed
C
REMOTE CONTROL
1. Insert the two batteries (provided).
2. Aim the remote control at the signal receiver on the
control panel to operate the air conditioner.
A. Power
Turns ON/OFF power to the air conditioner.
NOTE: Turning off power by pressing the Power button
does NOT disconnect the appliance from the power
supply.
• Press the Power button. The Power indicator will
illuminate.
B. Mode
Press the Mode button to toggle among the operating
options. The corresponding indicator will illuminate:
Heat (on some models) - Heats the room to the set
temperature
Cool – Cools the room to the set temperature
DRY – Reduces the humidity in the room
Fan – Circulates the air in the room without cooling
C. Temperature
Adjusts the Temperature or Hours in Time Delay.
To Set the Temperature:
The temperature can be set between 61ºF and 89ºF
(17ºC and 30ºC) when the air conditioner is in Cool
mode.
1. Press the Mode button until the Cool mode is selected.
2. Press the Up Arrow or Down Arrow buttons to select the
Temperature.
NOTE: The temperature cannot be set when the air
conditioner is in either Fan or DRY mode.
NOTE: The Up Arrow and Down Arrow buttons, when
pressed at the same time, allow you to select between
displaying the temperature in ºC or ºF. The corresponding
indicator will illuminate.
D. Fan Speed
The fan speed can be adjusted from Low, Medium, to
High speed when the air conditioner is in operation.
NOTE: The fan speed cannot be adjusted when the unit
is in DRY mode.
• Press the Fan Speed button to toggle among the three
speeds. The corresponding fan speed indicator will
illuminate.
E. Timer
Program a time from (1-hour to 24-hours) for the air
conditioner to turn Off or On. When a Time Delay is
programmed, the Timer indicator light will illuminate.
F. Swing Button
The louvers on your portable air conditioner will open
automatically (do not pry them open or push them shut).
Use the Swing Button on your remote to adjust the
louvers in the position you would like them to be in, or to
operate in Swing mode the louvers will continue to move
up and down.
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Care and Cleaning
CARE AND CLEANING
CLEANING
WARNING
Electrical Shock Hazard
Disconnect power before cleaning.
Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.
Air Filter
The air filters should be cleaned at least every two
weeks for your unit to operate at optimum efficiency.
CAUTION
without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and
reduce performance.
DO NOT operate the air conditioner
1. Unplug or disconnect power.
2. Use only a soft cloth dampened with water to clean
the cabinet.
NOTE:
•Do not use a liquid or spray cleaner to clean the air
conditioner.
•DO NOT use chemicals, abrasives, ammonia,
chlorine bleach, concentrated detergents, solvents or
scouring pads. Some of these chemicals/items may
damage and/or discolor your air conditioner.
3. Dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.
4. Plug in or reconnect power.
To remove:
1. Unplug or disconnect power.
2. Pull to remove upper filter panel.
3. Wash or vacuum the dust from the air filters.
NOTE: If washed, gently shake the filter to remove the
excess water and dust particles trapped in the filter.
4. Reinstall the filters.
5. Plug in or reconnect power.
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Care and Cleaning
Internal Water Tank
The Water Full indicator (“FL” on the control panel
display) illuminates when the internal water tank has
filled with condensed water
To Empty the Internal Water Tank:
1. Unplug or disconnect power.
2. Place a shallow 1 quart or larger pan (not included)
below the lower drain located on the back (near the
bottom) of the air conditioner.
3. Remove the cap and the rubber plug and drain the
water tank.
4. Re-insert the drain plug and screw the cap snugly into
place.
5. Plug in or reconnect power.
CARE AND CLEANING
water plug Drain cap
Storage
If the unit is not being used for a long period of time:
To Empty the Internal Water Tank:
1. Unplug or disconnect power.
2. Drain the water from the water tank. (See “Internal
Water Tank section” above.)
3. Use the original packaging to repack the unit to avoid
a buildup of dust or dirt.
4. Store the air conditioner in a cool, dry location.
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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standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh,
etc) batteries.
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Installation Instructions
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE YOU 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
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.
Power cord includes a current
RESET
TEST
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.
Location Requirements
• Place the air conditioner on a flat, level surface in a
location that is at least 30” (76.2 cm) from any wall.
NOTE: A minimum clearance of 30” (76.2 cm) from
the air conditioner to the wall must be maintained to
ensure proper airflow.
• Maintain a minimum 30” (76.2 cm) clearance around
the air conditioner to not block airflow.
• Keep the air conditioner free of any obstructions
such as drapes, curtains, blinds, etc.
• The exhaust hose should be free of any
obstructions.
• Do not place the air conditioner on an unstable
or raised surface because it could fall and cause
damage or injury.
•
Do not place the air conditioner in direct sunlight
or near a heat source such as baseboard heaters,
stoves, etc.
• The window panel can be installed in a window
with a minimum 20” (55.88 cm) to a maximum 46”
(121.92 cm) opening.
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.
Aluminium house wiring may present special
problems—consult a qualified electrician.
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Installation Instructions
PARTS INCLUDED
(Appearance may vary)
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1. Control Panel
2. Louver
3. Exhaust Hose
7. Power Cord
8. Filter
9. Air Outlet
10. Hook for Power Cord (2)
11. Water Outlet
12. Window sealing plate assembly
4. Casters
5. Handle (2)
6. Grill
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