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Models: AQV05 AQV06
Air Conditioner
Owner’s Manual
Important Safety Information
Operating Instructions
The Controls on Your Air Conditioner
Care of Product
Installation Instructions
Important Electrical Safety
Window Installation
Helpful Information
Things That Are Normal
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If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call for Service
GE Service Numbers
Warranty
GE Answer Center
®
800.626.2000
GE Appliances
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Welcome
Welcome to the GE family. We’re
proud of our quality products and
we believe in dependable service.
You’ll see it in this easy-to-use
manual and you’ll hear it in the
friendly voices of our customer
service department.
Best of all, you’ll experience
these values each time you enjoy
the comfort of your air conditioner.
That’s important, because your
new air conditioner will be part of
your family for a long time.
Start Here!
Before using
your air
conditioner
Staple your receipt to the inside back
cover of this manual. You will need it
to obtain service under warranty.
Write down the model and serial
numbers here.
the middle of the air conditioner
below the air discharge area.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
They are on a label in
Need Help?
Help us
help you
800.626.2000
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Before you call for service,
there are a few things you can
do to help us serve you better.
Read this manual.
instructions to help you use and
maintain your air conditioner
properly.
Save time and money.
section titled “If Something Goes
Wrong” before calling. This section was designed to solve common
problems that might occur.
It contains
Check the
If you do need service, you can
relax knowing help is only a phone
call away. Toll-free customer service
numbers are included in the back
of this manual. Or call the
Answer Center
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
®
at 800.626.2000,
GE
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Important Safety Information
Read all safety information before using
• This air conditioner must be
properly installed in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used.
• Repair or replace immediately
all electric service cords that have
become frayed or otherwise
damaged.
Extension Cord
If an extension cord is required to
reach the nearest wall receptacle,
use only a UL Listed, 3-wire,
grounded, 14 gauge, 15A, 125V
appliance extension cord. For
models with nameplate ratings
greater than 12 amperes, do not
use an extension cord.
• Turn the mode control knob to
and unplug your air conditioner
before making any repairs.
NOTE:
that any servicing be performed by
a qualified individual.
We strongly recommend
OFF
Adapter Plug
Because most 2-prong outlets are
not grounded, we strongly advise
against using an adapter plug.
However, a temporary connection
may be made where local codes
permit and if the 2-prong wall outlet is properly grounded.
This is a temporary method.
UL-listed adapters are available at most hardware stores.
When you plug the adapter in,
make sure the larger prong goes
into the larger slot to provide the
proper polarity for the power cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PROPER GROUNDING:
1 Screw the adapter to the outlet,
using the outlet cover screw.
2 Ground the outlet through the house
wiring.
When disconnecting the power
cord from the adapter, hold the
adapter close to the outlet while
pulling the plug out. If this is not
done, the grounding connector is
likely to break with repeated use.
If the grounding connector breaks,
DO NOT USE
until a proper ground has again
been made.
the air conditioner
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The
controls
on your
Operating Instructions
TEMP CONTROL MODE CONTROL
4
3
2
5
6
7
OFF
FAN
LOW
COOL
MED
COOL
HIGH
COOL
air
1
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conditioner
1
1
Temp Control Mode Control
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. The higher the number
selected, the cooler the indoor air will become.
The blower runs as long as the mode control is
not on
OFF
.
2
HIGH COOL, MED COOL
cooling with different fan speeds.
FAN
provides air circulation and filtering
without cooling.
NOTE:
If you move the switch from a cool setting to
OFF or to the FAN setting, wait at least 3 minutes
before switching back to a cool setting.
2
and
LOW COOL
provide
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Cooling Descriptions
FOR NORMAL COOLING
Select
thermostat at 4.
MED COOL
with the
3
FOR MAXIMUM COOLING
Select
thermostat at 8.
HIGH COOL
with the
FOR QUIETER & NIGHTTIME COOLING
Select
thermostat at 4.
LOW COOL
with the
3
Air Direction
Fingertip pressure on the louvers adjusts the
air direction up or straight ahead.
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Operating Instructions
Care & Cleaning
Grille and Case
Outdoor Coils
Air Filter
Turn the air conditioner off and
remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.
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.
The air filter behind the front
grille should be checked and
cleaned at least every 30 days or
more often if necessary.
To remove:
to the right and slide it out.
Gently pull the filter tab
To clean, use water and a mild
detergent. Do not use bleach or
abrasives.
The filter can be cleaned with a
vacuum cleaner to remove light
dust or washed in warm, soapy
water. Rinse and let the filter dry
before replacing it.
the filter to heat or direct sunlight
when drying.
DO NOT
expose
CAUTION:
DO NOT operate the air conditioner
without a filter because dirt and lint
will clog it and reduce performance.
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Parallel
Installation Instructions
Important electrical safety–read carefully
Important Notes
Installer: Leave these
instructions with the
appliance.
Owner: Keep these
instructions for future
use.
Electrical
Requirements
115V., 15 Amp.
• 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
Code (NEC) or local codes
and ordinances.
The 115-volt models require a
115/120- volt a.c., 60 Hz grounded
outlet protected with a 15-amp
time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
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.
The 3-prong grounding plug
minimizes the possibility of electric
shock hazard.
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.
If the wall outlet you
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Installation Instructions
Before you begin
Parts Included
2 filler panels
Foam top window gasketBottom window gasketWindow sash seal
Air conditioner
Security brackets (2) 1″ screws (7) 3⁄8″ screws (6)
Tools Needed
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• Phillips screwdriver
• Ruler or tape measure
• Knife or scissors
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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 filler panels
if needed to fit in a narrow opening. See the window opening
dimensions to the right.
• All supporting parts should be
secured to firm wood, masonry
or metal.
• The electrical outlet must be
within reach of the power cord.
Do not use an extension cord.
15″ min.
235⁄8″ to 351⁄4″
(with filler panels)
193⁄4″ min.
(without filler panels)
Window opening dimensions
are for a standard double-hung
window.
Storm Window
Requirements
1/2″ higher
than frame
Stool
Storm
window
frame
Wood
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:
LENGTH:
2″
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.
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Installation Instructions
Read completely then follow step-by-step
Attach the
Window Sash Seal
Install the
Filler Panels
1
Cut the window sash seal to the
proper length.
1
Insert the right and left hand
filler panels into the top and
bottom rails.
2
Peel off the backing and attach
the seal to the underside of the
window sash.
2
Secure them with six 3/8″ screws,
three on each side.
Install the Air
Conditioner in
the Window
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1
Open the window and place the
air conditioner on the stool.
Balance it and close the window
securely behind the top rail. The
unit should be leveled or slightly
tilted to the outside.
2
Slide the filler panels out on
both sides into the sides of the
window jamb.
3
Insert the bottom window gasket
into the space between the window stool and the bottom of the
air conditioner to seal outside air.
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Secure the
Air Conditioner
1
Loosen the screws on both sides
of the case. Hang the security
brackets on and attach them to
the case using the same screws.
2
Secure the brackets to the
stool on both sides using
1″ screws.
3
Secure the top rail of the air
conditioner and the top of the
filler panels to the sash using
three 1″ screws.
3
Using two 1″ screws, attach the
filler panels to the sill, one on
each side. Do not overtighten
the screws.
Install the Window
Gasket
1
Cut the foam top window gasket
to the window width.
NOTE:
The security brackets and top rail
screws are used to keep the window
from being raised from the outside.
2
Stuff the foam between the
glass and the window to prevent
air and insects from getting into
the room.
3
If no filler panels are used,
you need to seal between the
window and the air conditioner
with filler.
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Helpful Information
Things that are normal
Noise Explanation
You may hear a pinging noise caused by water being picked up
and thrown against the condenser on rainy days or when the
humidity is high. This design feature helps remove moisture
and improve efficiency.
PIN
G
!
"CLICK"
D R I P
WHIR!
You may hear the thermostat click when the compressor cycles
on and off.
Water will collect in the base pan during high humidity or on rainy
days. The water may overflow and drip from the outdoor side
of the unit.
The fan may run even when the compressor is not on.
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If Something Goes Wrong
Before you call for service
Problem Possible Causes What to Do
Air Conditioner
Doesn’t Start
Air Conditioner Does
Not Cool as it Should
The air conditioner • Make sure the air conditioner plug is
is unplugged pushed completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker
breaker is tripped box and replace fuse or reset the
Power failure
Air flow is restricted
The thermostat control may • Turn the knob to a higher number.
not be set high enough The highest setting provides maximum
The air filter is dirty • Clean the filter at least every 30 days.
The room may have been hot • When the air conditioner is first turned on
Cold air is escaping • Check for open furnace floor registers and
• Wait 3 minutes to restart the air conditioner.
• Make sure there are no curtains, blinds
or furniture blocking the front of the
air conditioner.
cooling.
See the Care and Cleaning section.
you need to allow time for the room to
cool down.
cold air returns.
breaker.
Air Conditioner
Freezing Up
Cooling coils have iced up • See Freezing Up below.
Ice blocks the air flow • Set the mode control at
and stops the air conditioner
from cooling the room
HIGH COOL
with the temp at 1 or 2.
FAN
or
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GE Service Numbers
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GE Answer Center
®
800.626.2000
In-Home Repair Service
800-GE-CARES
(800-432-2737)
Whatever your question about any
GE major appliance, GE Answer
Center
available to help. Your call—and
your question—will be answered
promptly and courteously.
A GE consumer service professional
will provide expert repair service,
scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Many GE Consumer
Service company-operated locations offer you service today or
tomorrow, or at your convenience
(7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays,
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).
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And you can call any time. GE
Answer Center
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our factory-trained technicians
know your appliance inside and
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® service is open
For Customers With
Special Needs
800.626.2000
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Upon request, GE will provide
Braille controls for a variety of
GE appliances, and a brochure
to assist in planning a barrier-free
kitchen for persons with limited
mobility. To obtain these items,
free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
Consumers with impaired hearing
or speech who have access to a
TDD or a conventional teletypewriter may call 800-TDD-GEAC
(800-833-4322) to request information or service.
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Service Contracts
800-626-2224
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still
be there after your warranty expires.
warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a
multiple-year contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Purchase a GE contract while your
Parts and Accessories
800-626-2002
Further Service
Individuals qualified to service
their
own appliances can have
parts or accessories sent directly
to their home. The GE parts system
provides access to over 47,000
parts…and all GE Genuine Renewal
Parts are fully warranted. VISA,
MasterCard and Discover cards
are accepted.
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.
Care and cleaning instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user.
Other servicing generally should be
referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised,
since improper servicing may cause
unsafe operation.
Finally,
not resolved, write:
Major Appliance Consumer
Action Program
20 North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606
if your problem is still
Next,
if you are still not pleased,
write all the details—including
your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances, Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225
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AIR
CONDITIONER
WARRANTY
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase
date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
What is Covered
What is Not
Covered
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
conditioner that fails because of
facturing defect.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
For five years from the date of original
purchase, we will provide, free of charge,
parts and service labor in your home to
repair or replace any part of the sealed refrig-
erating system (the compressor, condenser,
evaporator and all connecting tubing)
that fails because of a manufacturing
defect.
• Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
Read your Owner’s Manual. If you then
have any questions about
product, please contact
our Consumer Affairs office at the
address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer Center
800.626.2000
consumer information service
• 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
responsible for providing adequate
trical connecting facilities.
part of the room air
a manu-
operating the
your dealer or
®
are
elec-
**********************************
This warranty is extended to the origi-
nal purchaser and any succeeding
owner for products purchased for use
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and
Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty
is the same except that it is LIMITED
because you must pay to ship the product to the service shop or for the service
technician’s travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be provided by
our Factory Service Centers or by our
authorized Customer Care
during normal working hours.
Should your appliance need service,
during warranty period or beyond,
call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).
• Replacement of house fuses or reset-
of circuit breakers.
ting
• In commercial locations labor neces-
sary 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.
Failure due to corrosion on models not
•
corrosion-protected.
•
Damage to product caused by improper power supply voltage, accident,
floods or acts of God.
servicers
®
fire,
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.
Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
Pub. No. 49-7351
10-96 CG
Printed in Thailand
AQV05 AQV06
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