GE ARS18, APS12 Use and Care Manual

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How

Air Conditioner

Conten@

Adapter Plug Air Direction

Air Filter Appliance Registration

Care and Cleaning Condenser Coils

Control Settings Electrical Requirements

Energy Saver Switch Energy-Saving Tips

Extension Cords Grille and Cabinet

Grounding Model and Serial Numbers

Problem Solver

Repair

Service

Safety Instructions User Maintenance Instructions 6

Warranty

Back Cover

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3 5

6 2

6 6

3 4

2 3

6 3

2 7

7 2

Use

and Care of

models

APS12 ARS18

GENERAL

ELECTRIC

Your Direct Line to The GE Amwer

Centef

Geneml

Electric

800.626.2000

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Help us help you...

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

yourphone 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.

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

SMETY ~STRUCTIONS

Read

-this appliance.

When using this appliance, always

exercise basic safety precautions, including the following:

o USe

intended purpose

this Use and Care Book.

●

properly with the before it is used. See

instructions on page 3.

●

conditioner by power cord.

firndy

the outlet.

●

all have become frayed or otherwise damaged.

shows cracks or abrasion damage along plug or connector end.

afl Mmctions

this

appliance

before

only

for

as described in

This air

con~tioner

instailed

Wtiation

in accordance

Instructions

m~t

grounding

Never unplug your air

pdiing

on the

Always grip plug

and pull straight out from

Repair

or replace

elwtric

service cords that

hnmediately

Do not use a cord that

ih length or at either the

Ene~y-saving

Keep the air filter clean. (See

instructions on page 6.)

. For most efficient operation, keep vent in closed position except when you want to exhaust air, smoke or odors from the room.

. Don’t let the room get too hot or too cold. Whenever possible, turn the unit on before the room heats up or cools down.

. Keep windows and doors closed. Conditioned air escapes when they’re open.

. Keep furnace floor registers and cold air returns closed. Conditioned air can easily escape through them.

. Don’t block front of unit when it is operating. Curtains or drapes blocking it will restrict air flow.

. It’s best to operate your air conditioner at high speed during extremely hot or cold weather.

● Keep outdoor condenser coil

clean. (See page 6.) . Turn air conditioner off before

vacations or extended absences from home.

tips

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,

Solver on page 7. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

immediately contact

check the Problem

SAW -E mSTRUCTIONS

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Electrical

safetY—IMPO~~T...~ease

Read Carefully.

How

to connect

elwtricity

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

~tirical

~-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.

PREFERRED METHOD

Fig. 1 ‘

Where a standard two-prong wall outlet is encountered. it is personal to have it replaced with a properly grounded three-prong wall outlet.

C~CWTmCW, Cm OR ~MOW ~ ~~D (GROW)

m mm

230/208-volt models require their

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 hazard from overheating wires.

The

power cord on these models has a 230/208-volt perpendicular, tandem or large tandem type plug that mates respectively with a

requiremen~

models require a

>–

- .

responsibdi~ and

NOT,

UND~ W

PRONG

cow.

115/120-

! % r.

INSURE PROPER

GROUNO

EXISTS

BEFORE USE

vour

;bligation

~OM

230/208-volt perpendicular, tandem or large tandem type wall outlet. These types of outlets are available at most hardware stores.

230/208-VOLT

PERPENDICULAR TYPE WALL OUTLET

LINE CORD PLUG

REQUIRES 20 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE

OR CIRCUIT BREAKER

230/2DB-VOLT

TANDEM TYPE WALL OUTLET

LINE CORD PLUG

REQUIRES 15 AMP TIME DELAY FUSE

OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION

230/208-VOLT

LARGE TANDEM TYPE WALL OUTLET

LINE CORD PLUG

REQUIRES 30 AMP TIME

OR CIRCUIT BREAKER PROTECTION

Whether your air conditioner is a

f15-volt

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.

or a 230/208-volt unit, it

MATCHING

PROTEUION

MATCHING

OELAY

FUSE

Use of adapter plug

(~-volt modek

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we

strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug.

if you still elect to use an adapter, where local codes permit, a TEMPORARY may be made to a properly two-prong wall outlet by use of a

listed adapter (Fig. 2) available

at most local hardware stores.

only)

However,

CONNE~ION

groundd

TEMPORARY METHOD

Fig. 2

“

The larger slot in the adapter must be

alignd-with

outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord.

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

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter,

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

Should the adapter ground terminal break, DO N~ USE the appliance until a proper ground has again been established.

Use of

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we

stron@y

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. Such extension cords are obtainable through your local service organization.

the larger slot in the wall

and

wall outlet is grounded

etinsion

recommend against the

BEFORE USE

always hold the

cords

However,

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Opemti~

Your Air Conditioner

Controk

VENTIWTION

OPEN ~\\\\’’’’’’’’’’’/////

●

C~SE

Ventilation

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, some indoor air can be exhausted from the room.

SEE~OR

FAN

HEAT COOL

Seledor Switih

OFF

turns air conditioner off.

FAN ONLY permits medium fan

speed operation without cooling. For FAN ONLY operation, the ENERGY SAVER switch must be in the NORMAL position.

LOW

COOL

low fan speed operation.

permits cooling with

THERMOSTAT

Thermo~t

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~

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 automatically with the compressor.

Saver

uosition, the fan will

Swikh

&cle

on and off

COOL

medium fan speed operation. HIGH COOL permits cooling

with high fan speed operation.

LOW HEAT permits heating with

low fan speed operation.

HEAT permits heating with

medium fan speed operation. HIGH HEAT permits heating with

high fan speed operation.

For FM ONLY operation, the

ENERWSAVER

the

NOMALposition.

permits cooling with

switch must be in

ENERGY

WVER

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For

Normal Cooling

For Extreme Temperatures

For Maximum Heating

1. Set

SELE~R

COOL.

2. Set THERMOSTAT control at

desti

number 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

1. Set

SELE~R

COOL.

2. Set THERMOSTAT control at 10.

3. Set VENTILATION control at CLOSE position.

4. Shift ENERGY SAVER switch to NORMAL.

switch at HIGH

(usMy

the midpoint

Cooling

switch at HIGH

For Quieter Operation

Set

SELE~R

COOL.

2. Set THERMOSTAT control at

desired number.

3. Set VENTILATION control at

CLOSE position.

4. Shift ENERGY SAVER switch to desired position—SAVE or NORMAL.

switch at LOW

For Nighttime Operation

During the cooler evening hours, it is recommended that you set the

SELE~R

very quiet operation and the THERMOSTAT control at mid range (5 or 6).

at LOW COOL for

For greatest economy and best performance, we suggest you always set the HIGH COOL in extremely hot weather.

SELE~R

For air circulation and

filtering without cooling

Set

SELE~R

ONLY.

For fan only operation, SAVER switch must be in

position.

switch at FAN

ENERW

NOMAL

For Ventilation

Whether controls are set for heating or fa 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 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.

ody

operation, setting

norrnd openings in the

cookg,

For Normal Heating

1. Set

SELE~R

HEAT.

2. Set THERMOSTAT control at desired number

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.

switch at HIGH

(usdy

the midpoint

1. Set SELECTOR switch at HIGH HEAT.

2. Set THERMOSTAT control at 1.

3. Set VENTILATION control at CLOSE position.

4. Shift ENERGY SAVER switch to NORMAL.

Importint:

When the outdoor temperature is lower than by the conditioner instead of by the heat pump.

Adj~t

Up-and-down air direction:

(A) let you direct discharged air up,

down or straight ahead.

Side-to-side air direction:

lets you direct discharged air to the left, to the right or straight ahead.

Tab B for

35°F.,

heat is provided

eleetric heater in the air

Air Direction

Tabs

Tab (B)

Page 6

Care and

Cleati~

USER

WTEN~CE

~STRU~IONS

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.

Never use strong chemicals,

solvenk

dishwashing

or bleaching agents.

detergent,

Condenser Coils

These coils on the weather side of the unit should be checked periodically and cleaned if with dirt or soot from the atmosphere. If extremely soiled, they may to be steam cleaned, a service through your outlet.

Gened

clo~ed

ned

*able

Electric service

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.

remove the filter:

Grasp the tab at the bottom left side of the unit and pull downward.

Clean the filter with a vacuum 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.

Front Grille Removal

If your air conditioner is mounted flush inside the room or if the window sill extends further 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:

Grasp the bottom of the grille and swing it toward you about 30 degrees.

2. Slide the grille upward to free the three tabs at the top of the grille 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 top of grille onto top of cabinet and pushing bottom of grille in until it snaps

into place.

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Questiom?

UseThisfioblem

Solver

PROBLEM

MRCONDITIONER

DOES

N~OPERATE

AIR CONDITIONER

“DOES

N~COOL

ASIT SHOULD”

OPERA~NG

SOUNDS

WATER

DMPPING

OUTSIDE

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

*Not plugged

●

If plugged

●

Curtains, blinds or furniture blocking front of air conditioner will restrict airflow.

●

Temperature control may switch is at SAVE, the temperature in NORMAL.

cooling.

●

Air filter dirty, should be cleaned at least every 30 days. See instructions on page 6.

●

Room may hwe been very

for it to cool down.

Cold air maybe escaping through open furnace floor registers and cold air returns.

●

Ventilation control maybe set at OPEN,

. Thermostat click, a metallic sound, maybe heard when compressor off. This is normal.

●

Fan cycles on and off with compressor when Selector is in cool or heat position and

ENER~-SAVER switch is at SAVE. Otherwise, f= runs continuously when air

conditioners on.

●

Excess wa~r

in.

Plug may have been bumped

in, fuse

could

have blown or circuit breaker may have been

not

be set high enough. Also, when ENERGY-SAVER

the

knob to a higher number. Highest setting should provide maximum

hot

when dr conditioner was

may overflow in ext~me]y hot and

loose by vacuum cleaner or furniture.

tripWd.

room will vary more than when it’s at

Mowing

hot outside air to enter room.

humid weather.

first turned

on. Allow time

cycles

on and

This is normal.

WATER INSIDE

WATER IN BASE PAN (ON OUTDOOR SIDE)

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

800.626.2000 consumer information service

DR~PING

●

Air conditioner must be

water

This is normal for a short pried in areas with little humidity; normal for a longer period in very humid areas. Moisture removed from indoor cabinet where it is picked up by a fan

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 service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who

;erviced your appliance. Explain

instiled

disposaI.

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 phone number) to:

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

level or tilted slightly to the outside for proper

artdthrown

air

drains to rear of

against the outdoor condenser coil.

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

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North Chicago, Illinois 60606

Wacker

Drive

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YOUR GENERAL ELECTRIC 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

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, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace

mfrigenting

condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

tir

each of the above warranties:

Transportation expense to and from a service shop and shop service labor if required will be free of charge.

any

the

room

part of

system

the

(the compressor,

air

sealed

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 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

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.

FACTORY SERVICE or

ELECTRIC-

D.C.

Care@

WHAT IS N~ COVERED

●

Service trips 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:

The GE Answer

800.626.2000 consumer information service

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, General Electric Company, Appliance Park, Louisville, KY 40225

Cente@

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

● 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. . In commercial locations labor

necessary to move the unit to a location where it is accessible for service by an individual technician.

Warrantor: General Electric Company

● 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 the product caused

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

NOT

WARRANTOR IS FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

RESPONSIBLE

Pub.

1087

No.

49-7182

GENERAL

—

ELECTRIC

APS12 ARS18