GE APM05, APM04 Use and Care Manual

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Conten@

se and Care&Installation Guide

Air Conditioner

Adapter Plug Air Direction

Air Filter

Apphance

Care and Cleaning Condenser Coils

Consumer Services Control Settings

Electrical Requirements

Ener~-Saving Tips

Extension Cords Grille and Cabinet

Grounding Installation Instructions

Registration

Portable Models

APM04 APM05

7-;

Model and Serial Numbers

5 2

4 3

Moisture Removal Problem Solver

Safe~

Instructions

User Maintenance Instructions 5

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Help us

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help you...

Before using your

air conditioner, read this book carefully.

It is

intended to help you operate

and maintain

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 air filter.

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:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any correspondence or service calls concerning your air conditioner.

If you received a damaged air conditioner...

Immediately contact the dealer (or builder) that sold you the air conditioner.

your new air

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Read all instructions before using this appliance.

When using this appliance, always exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

● Use this appliance only for

its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Book.

● This air conditioner must be

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

instructions on page 3.

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

plug

either the

● Unplug your air conditioner

before making any repairs.

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.

or connector end,

tiYou

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back 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 service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem,

NEXT, if you are still not pleased, write phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer 20 North

Chicago, IL 60606

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Save time and money. Before you request

service...

Check the Problem Solver. It lists causes of the minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Electrical

Safety—WORTANT...PleaSe

Read

Careftily.

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The

Dower

cord of this

equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard three-prong (grounding) wall outlet (Fig. 1 ) 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 standard two-prong wall

outIet

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

DO NOT, UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES, CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

a~~liance

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Use of adapter plug

(115-volt units)

Because of potential safety

hmards

strongly recommend against use of

elect to use an adapter, where codes permit, a TEMPORARY CONNECTION may be made to a properly grounded two-prong outlet by use of a UL listed adapter (Fig. 2) available at most 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.

CAUTION:

ground terminal to wall outlet cover screw does not ground appliance unless cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and wall outlet is grounded through house wiring. You should have circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter,

hold the adapter with one hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use.

under certain conditions, we hazards under certain conditions, we

adapter plug. However, if you still

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Fig. 2

Attaching an adapter

FIRM CONNECTION

BEFORE USE

always

Use of extension cords not recommended

Because of potential safety strongly recommend against the use

of an extension cord. However, 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 having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and volts.

120

Should the adapter ground

terminal break, appliance until a proper ground has again

DO NOT USE

been established.

the

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Operating Your Air Conditioner Controls

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THERMOSTAT

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Thermostat Control

When you turn the Thermostat

Control to the desired setting, the

thermostat will automatically control

the temperature of the indoor air. The higher the number selected, the cooler the room air will become.

The Save Energy Range (on some models) is a visual reminder that you can save energy by turning the control to a lower number. While the room temperature will be

little

warmer, it will still be

and less humid than outside.

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OFF

SELECTOR

Selector Switch

(Appearance may vary slightly) OFF turns air conditioner

Caution: If air conditioner is shut

of~

wait at least two minutes

before restarting it.

off.

HI FAN provides high fan speed

operation without cooling. LO FAN provides low fan speed

operation without cooling. HI COOL provides cooling with

high fan speed operation. LO COOL provides cooling with

low fan speed operation.

For normal cooling For

Set the Selector at HI COOL. temperature is not satisfactory

tifter

2. Set the Thermostat at desired number (usually the midpoint is a good starting position).

room

a reasonable time, set the Thermostat Control at a higher number for a cooler room or at a

lower number for

warmer room.

Set the Selector at HI COOL.

2. Set the Thermostat

For air circulation and filtering without cooling

Set the Selector at LO FAN or HI FAN.

For quieter operation

Set the Selector at LO COOL.

Set the Thermostat at desired

number.

Freezing up

Inside air hot and

humid

Outside air temperature dropping

you notice that your air conditioner is not cooling as it should, it

may

that

ice has formed

on the cooling coils. The ice blocks air

flow

cooling the room. This “freezing up” is a temporary condition that most often occurs at night when the Thermostat is set on 9 or 10 and the Selector is set on LO COOL.

To correct the condition, set the Selector at HI FAN or HI COOL with the Thermostat at

matimum

and stops the unit from

cooling

10.

or 2.

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Care and Cleating

Air direction

Air direction on the indoor side is through the front grille top. Air

be obstructed by curtains or drapes.

Upward tilted help cool the room evenly. is directed straight up.

flow

out the top should not

air

and

out the

discharge vanes

Cool

air

Moisture removal

The moisture that your air conditioner removes from the air drains to the rear where it is picked up by a dispersed against the condenser. Occasionally, more start-up, a “pinging” noise may be heard. This is time in less humid areas and longer in very humid areas. This method of moisture removal improves the operational efficiency of your air conditioner.

Note:

Before

conditioner to another location, turn

it off

and

wait 5 or 10 minutes. This will allow the condensate to drain from the coil into the base pan.

Then, keeping a firm grip on the air

conditioner, carefully raise the window and tilt the air conditioner to the outside to drain the water from the base pan.

of the cabinet

likely

during

normal for

moving your

a short

fan

and

air

USER MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS

Turn air conditioner off and remove plug from wall receptacle before cleaning.

Air

Filter

The air filter behind the inlet

should be washed at least every two weeks or as often as it needs cleaning.

On the

fits into a slot at the front of the air

discharge louvers. Remove

filter by grasping its top corners

and pulling up and out.

On the fits in a slot behind an located on the front top of the air conditioner. Remove the opening the filter and pulling up and out.

APM04

APM05

model the air filter

model the air

the

access door, grasping

grille

the

filter

access door

t’ilter

ir Filter

reusing. It may be dried by gently shaking or pressing between towels. Replace the filter, with the filter’s front facing you.

Note: Failure to keep the air filter clean will result in poor air circulation. the air conditioner without a filter. Dirt and lint will clog the evaporator surface, reduce air flow, possibly cause ice to form and reduce cooling ability.

DO NOT operate

Grilles & Cabinet

Wipe grilles with a lightly dampened with mild liquid

dishwashing

cabinet with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water.

detergent. Wash

clean

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Condenser Coils

The coils on the weather side

of the unit

periodically and cleaned if clogged with dirt or soot from the atmosphere.

soiled, they may need to be steam cleaned, a service available through your General Electric service outlet.

should

be checked

If extremely

Use a vacuum cleaner to clean

filter

on its dusty side or wash gently with running water. Apply the water from the cleaner side of the filter to wash out the dust and lint. Mild detergent may be used to clean the When the air water, it must be dried before

filter

if it is very dirty.

filter

is washed in

the

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Ener~-sating

tips

● Keep the

● Don’ t let the room

air

filter

clean.

get too

hot. Whenever possible, turn the unit on

before

the room heats up.

When heat is “stored up” in walls, furniture, rugs and draperies, your

air

conditioner takes longer to produce the desired comfort condition.

● Keep windows

and

doors closed. Cool, dry air escapes when they’re open.

● Keep furnace

cold

air

returns closed. Cold

can easily

●

Don’t let drapes or furniture block the front

flow

when it is operating.

● It’s best to operate your air

floor

registers

and

air

escape through them.

of the unit and restrict air

conditioner at high speed during extremely hot weather.

● Keep outdoor condenser

coil

clean.

● Turn air conditioner

off before

vacations or extended absences from home.

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~LATlON

INSTRUCTIONS

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

lMPORTANT–Observe

ordinances.

lNSTALLER—Be sure to leave these instructions

with the Consumer. CO

NSUMER–l<eep

reference.

all governing codes and

these instructions for future

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:

● This appliance must be properly grounded

See page 3.

●

not, under any circumstances, cut or

remove the third grounding prong from the power cord.

●

recommend

extension cord or an adapter plug with this appliance.

●

not change the

this appliance.

●

FOIIOW

codes and ordinances.

● This appliance must be supplied with 115V,

60Hz

branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp

circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

●

above specifications, call a licensed electrician.

●

Aluminum

problems–consult a qualified electrician.

national electrical codes or local

and connected to a properly grounded

the electric supply provided does not meet the

that

you

do not use an

plug

on the power cord of

house wiring may pose special

WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

● Standard double-hung window with actual

opening width of

●

Clear

vertical opening of

bottom of sash to stool.

● Install the air conditioner in a window where

there will be enough clearance around the cabinet

to allow ample circulation of air through the unit.

‘~”

to 36!

14~z”

minimum from

p’

22 ‘/2” to 36”

Sash

14’/2”

min.

Note: All supporting parts should be

secured to firm wood, masonry or metal.

INSTALLATION OF LOCATOR

Raise the window sash and remove the handle. Measure the window sill, side-to-side, and mark a center line. Secure the locator on the center of

the window sill with the edge against the stool,

using two 1” long screws.

Center Line

stool

SAVE THE CARTON

For convenient storage of air conditioner during winter months or when not in use.

TOOLS NEEDED

Phillips screwdriver Flat Blade screwdriver

I{nife

Ruler

or Scissors

Exterior

Wall

(continued next page)

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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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To overcome storm window interference, securely

attach 2“ wide wood strips to the window stool and sill (both places), with either nails or screws. Strips should be as long as and flush with back side of the window stool.

Thickness of strips should be determined by

amount of interference.

WINDOWINTERFERENCE

wrndow

Air

Wood

Filler

Strips

opening width

Aluminum

Storm

Window

2. Lower the window sash tight against the

sliding panels and the rear of the grille.

Grille

3. Extend sliding panels out from sides of air conditioner against window frame. Fasten each to sash and window stool with screws.

Window

Frame

J II

Sliding Panel

lNS~LLATION/N

Center the unit in the window opening.

Keeping a firm grip on the air conditioner,

carefully put the bottom rail between the window

stool and the locator. If the locator is too short to hold the unit in position, insert a filler strip to raise it.

Bottom

Rail

WINDOW

tor

Strip

ed)

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lNS~LLATIONOFGASKET

Cut the foam width and ‘stuff” between the top of the lower sash and glass panes of the upper sash for a seal.

sashgap

gasket to the window

Sash Gasket ,

REMOML FROM WINDOW

Turn the air conditioner off and

disconnect power cord.

2. Remove foam sash-gap gasket from between windows.

3. Remove screws securing the sliding panels to the lower sash and window stool. Close sliding panels.

4. Keeping a firm grip on the air conditioner, raise sash and carefully “rock” air conditioner

backward to drain the major portion of any condensate water in the base of the unit. Carefully lift the unit from the window to avoid spilling

any remaining water. Store parts for the air conditioner.

re-use with

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Questions?

Use Ttis

PROBLEM

AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT OPERATE

AIR CONDITIONER

“DOES NOT COOL AS IT SHOULD”

OPERATING SOUNDS

Problem Solver

POSSIBLE CAUSE

● Not plugged in. Plug may have been bumped loose by vacuum cleaner

or furniture.

● If plugged in, fuse could have blown or circuit breaker may have tripped.

●

Curtain, blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner will restrict air flow.

● Thermostat Control may not be set high enough. Turn knob to a higher number.

Highest setting should provide maximum cooling.

● Air filter dirty, should be cleaned at least every 2 weeks.

●

Room may have been very hot when air conditioner was first turned on.

Allow time for it to cool down.

●

Cold

air may be escaping through open furnace

floor

registers and cold air returns.

● Cooling coils have iced up. To melt ice, set the Selector Switch to HI FAN

or HI COOL with the Thermostat Control to 1 or 2.

● Thermostat click, a metallic sound, may be heard when compressor cycles

on and off. This is normal.

● Fan runs continuously when Selector Switch is in COOL or FAN position.

This is normal.

WATER DRIPPING OUTSIDE

WATER DRIPPING

● Excess water may overflow in excessively hot and humid weather.

This is normal.

●

Air conditioner must be installed level for proper water disposal.

INSIDE WATER IN BASE PAN

(ON OUTDOOR SIDE)

● This is normal for a short period in areas with little humidity; normal

for a longer 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

If you need more help. ..call, toll free: GE Answer Center(”

)

800.626.2000 consumer information service

against

the outdoor condenser

coil.

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YOUR GE 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 NOT COVERED

● Service trips to your home to

teach you how to use the product.

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 Center(’

800.626.2000 consumer information service

)

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY For

five years from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor to

any

repair or replace

room air conditioner

because of a manufacturing defect.

part of the

that fails

LIMITED TEN-YEAR WARRANTY

For ten years from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of

charge, parts and service labor to

repair or replace

the molded

outdoor case if it fails because of

a manufacturing defect.

For each of the above warranties:

To avoid any charges you must take the room air conditioner to a

General Electric Factory Service Center or a General Electric

Care(’)

Customer

servicer and pick

it up following service. In-home

service is also available, but you

must pay for the sewice technician’s

travel costs to your home.

● Improper installation.

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.

● Replacement of fuses or

resetting of circuit breakers.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for use in the 48 mainland states, Alaska, Hawaii and Washington,

D.C.

All warranty service will be

provided by our Factory Service

Centers or by our authorized

Customer

Care” 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

ELECTRIC-

HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or

GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER

CARE

● Failure of the product resulting

SERVICE.

from modifications to the product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and

necessa~

● Damage to product caused

maintenance.

by improper power supply voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts of God.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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.

Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225

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If further

Warrantor: General Electric Company

help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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