GE AS0CD09, AS0CD12, AS1CD09, AS1CD12, AS0CD18 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

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GEAppliances

Cooling Only Models

HeutPun@ Modds

ASOCD09 AS1CD09

ASOm09 AS1RD09

ASOCD12 AS1CD12

ASORD12 AS1RD12

ASOCD18 AS1CD18

ASORD18 AS1RD18

Pub. No. 4$-7373-1 CG2-98

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Safety lnfimnation

SafiXyPrecautions . . . . . . . . . . ...3

Congratulations!

YouAre Now Pati of the GEFamily

Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we are committed

to providing dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use Owner’s 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 use your air conditioner.

That’s important, because your new air conditioner will be part of your fkrnily for many years. And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come.

We thank you for buying GE. We appreciate your purchase, and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home.

OperatingInstmctions

Remote Control

h5atures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...4-+

Operation Mode Selection . . . . .Z 8

Additions\ Features . . . . . . ...9-11

Careand C/caning . . . . . . . . . . ..l2

MWation Instructions

Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . .13

Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..l4

Indoor Unit Installation . . ...1516

Connection of Pipes . . . . . . . .17–22

Check Connection . . . . . . ...23-26

TestRun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...27

Installation Templates . . . ...2829

lFoub/eshooting71ps

Before You

CallForService . . . . . . . . . . . ...30

Normal Operating Sounds . . . ...30

CustomerSeNice

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ..3l

Service Telephone

Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

GE& You,A Service Partnemhip.

FOR YOUR RECORDS

Write the model and serial numbets hem for the indoor and outdoor units:

Indoor model #

Serial #

Outdoor model #

Serial #

You can fmd them on a label on the side of each unit,

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.

Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the

~ty.

READ THIS MANUAL

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner properly.Just a little preventive care on your

part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of

your air conditioner. You’ll fmd many answers to common problems in the Before YoU

Ca// For Service section. Ifyou review our chart of Troubleshooting ~ps first, you may not need to call for service at all.

)Ll I VI(JC

i!i!i!i

IFYOU Nf..ll SED~ IIfi~

~.:

cd away. A listof toll-free customer sefice num~ers is ~cl;ded in

~ If You do need sem-ice, You can relax knowing help is only a phone

the back section. Or, you can always call the GE Answer Center@ at

800.626.2000,24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

For anyservicewhichrequiresentryinto the refi-igerantsealedsystem,Federalregulations requiretheworkbe performed byatechnician havinga ClassII or Universalcertification.

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IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION. READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.

A WARNING!

For your safe~ the informationin this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury

SAF~PRECAUTi’ONS

● ?%This system must be properly installed in

NOTES:

, . ,%

accordance with the Installation Instructions

1’:~We strongly recommend that any servicing

before it is used.

be pefiormed by a qualifled individual.

.?.:

Be certain the power source is disconnected “

before servicing the product.

$~ Since outdoor condensing unit has a sump

heater on the compressor for heat

pump

models, the power’should be turkd on’at

For anyservicewhichrequiresentq

least 5 hours before unit opemhon. Leave

into the

refrigerantsealedsystem,

the

power on unless you will not be using the

Federalregulationsrequirethework

system for an extended period of time.

be performed by a technicianhavinga ClassII orUniversalcertification.

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About the remote control on the svstem.

The remote control transmits the signals to the system.

Features of the Remote Control—Door Open

1--o

—

1111

ON – @–OFF

——

Flip-up door (opened)

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OPERATION DISPLAY Displays the operation conditions.

START/STOP BIJITON Operation starts when this button is pressed and stops when the button is pressed again.

OPERATION MODE SELECTION BUTTON

Used to select the operation mode. ON/OFF TIMER BUTTONS

Used to set the time of statting and stopping operation.

TIME SETTING BUITONS Used to acjust the time.

TIMER SEVCANCEL

BUTTONS

Used to set the timer when the desired time is obtained and to cancel the fimer operation.

AIRFLOW DIRECTION START/STOP BU~ON

Used to stop or start louver movement and set the desired up/down aitilow direction.

SLEEP MODEAUTO BU~ON Used to set Sleep Mode Auto operation.

AIR CIRCULATION BUTTON

Used to circulate the room air without cooling or heating (turns indoor fan on/off).

ROOM TEMPERATURECHECKINGBUTTON

Used to check the room temperature.

‘C to “SWITCHING BUTTON

Used to switch temperature reading from Centigrade to Fahrenheit.

RESET BUTTON Used prior to resetting time or after replacing batteries.

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Flip-up door (closed) =

START/STOPBUTTON

Operation starts when this button is pressed and

stoos when the button is Dressed aaain.

OPERATIONMODE SELECT10N;U710N

Used to select the operation mode.

ROOM TEMPERATURESETTING BUTTONS

Used to select the room temperature.

INDOOR FAN SPEEDSELECTOR

Used to select fan speed in four steps–low medium, high orAl)TO.

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About the remote control on the system.

Storage and fips For Using the Remote Control 1~

The remote control maybe stored inside the system or mounted on awall.

: Aim at the signal receptor on the system so itwill

operate properly.

:’ The remote control signal can be received at a

distance of up to 23 ft.

@’

Mount on wall for

remote control storage.

How to Insert the Batteries

❑

Remove the batteq cover by sliding it according

N07ES:

to the arrow direction.

~~Use 2 “M” (1.5 volt) batteries. Do not use

❑

Insert new batteries making sure that the (+)

rechargeable batteries.

and (—) of battery are installed correctly.

~~~Remove the batteries from the remote control if

❑

Reattach the cover by sliding it back into

the system is not going to be used for a long time.

position.

Inside the Indoor System

Some controls are located inside the indoor unit. Open the front panel by lifting it up.

~fVlf/a/ @t?rafiOn+se when the remote

control cannot be used.

Signs/ ReceptOr+eceives thesignalsfrom the

remote control.

Operation Indication Lamps

Onyow

SLEEPMODE

. .

77/UER

DEFROST

MODE

OUT 0U7DOOR

DOOR UNIT

OPERAllON

Lights up during the system operation.

fights up during the Sleep Mode operation.

Lights up during the Timer operation.

Lights up during the Defrost Mode or Hot Start operation (heat pump model only).

Lights up during Outdoor Unit opemtion (cooling

model only).

— Manual operation — Signal receptor

Operation indication lamps

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How to use the Operation Mode Selection button.

~~ Cooling Operation

❑

Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with abeep.

❑Opentiedoorontieremotecon~ol.Toselectcooltigopemtion,presstieOpemtionModeSelection

button. Each time the button ispressed, the operation mode is shifted in the arrow direction.

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Cooling

Auto

Close the door on the remote control. Set the tem~erature lower than the room

❑

temperatu& The temperature can be set

within am.nge of64°F–860 Fin 2° F

increments.

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“F

e (4?

To raise the

Q“

temperature

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To lower the

)

temperature

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Dehumidify

Heating

(Heat pump only)

Set the fan speed again with the door of the remote control still closed. You can select the fan speed in four steps-low, medium, high or AlKU. Each time the button is pressed, the fa speed mode is shifted.

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“F

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Heating Operation (Heat pump model only)

Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep.

❑Openthedoorontheremotecontrol.To selectheatingoperation, presstheOpemtionMode

Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shifted in the arrow direction.

Cooling

Auto

Close the door on the remote control. Set the temperature higher than the room

❑

tempemture. The temperature can be set

witl& a range of 60° F:86” Fin 2° F

increments.

To raise the temperature

Tolower the temperature

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Dehumidify

Heating

(Heat pump only)

Set the fim speed again with the door of the remote control still closed. You can select the fan speed in four steps-low, medium, high or A(m). Each time the button is pressed, the fian speed mode is shifted.

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How to use the OperationMode Selection button.

Auto Operation

Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep.

~ Open the door on the remote control. To select auto opemtion, press the Operation Mode Selection

Each time the button is pressed, the operation ‘mode is s&fted in th; arrow direction.

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Cooling

Auto

Dehumidify

Heating (Heat pump only)

The temperature and fan speed are automatically setby the electronic controls based on the actual room tempemture. lfyou want to change the settempemture, close the door on the remote control and press the Room Tempemture Settingbuttons. The cooler or warmer you feel, the more times (up to two times) you should press the button. The set

tempemture will then be changed automatically.

l)uring Auto Operation:

.’ You cannot switch the indoor fim speed. Ithas

already been set by the electronic control.

. If the system is not operating as desired,

manually switch to another mode. The system will not automatically switch from the cooling mode to the heating mode, or from heating to cooling, itmust be done manually. Reset using the Operation Mode Selection button.

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‘ During Auto Operation, pressing the Airflow

“g

Toraise the

Direction Start/Stop button makes the horizontal

temperature

louvers swing up and down automatically. Ifyou

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want to stop auto-swin

To lower the temperature

press the Airflow

Direction Start/Stop button again.

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Dehumidi@ Operation

Press the Start./Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep.

❑Openthedoorontheremotecontrol.To selectdehumi@operation, presstheOperationMode

Selection button. Each time the button ispressed, the operation mode is shifted in the arrow direction.

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)

[

)

(

Cooling

Auto

Dehumidify

Heating (Heat pump only)

Close the door on the remote control. Setthe

During l)ehumid~ Operation:

tempemture higher than the room

‘~~The indoor fim speed isautomatically set to low

tempemture. The temperature can be setwithin

and cannot be adjusted.

am.nge of 64° F–86° Fin 2° Fincrements.

‘ The indoor fim may stop during this opemtion if

the electronic control detects over=cooling.

Tocaisethe temperature

To lower the temperature

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Additional features.

S/eep Mode

Press the Sleep Mode Auto button .. to set the time you want the unit to

automatically turn off.

Make sure the Sleep Mode Auto I.XD lights up. The Timer isprogrammed in one-hour

increments by pressing the Sleep Mode Auto button 1 to 7’times.

To cancel the Sleep Mode, press the Sleep Mode Auto button several times until the star (*) disappean from the opemtion display.

N07E: TheSleep Mode will be operated at low fan

speed (cooling) or medium fan speed (heat pump only) for quiet sleeping.

IN COOIJNG MODE: The temperature will

automatically rise by 2° Fover the next 30 minutes and by 4° Fin 1 hour for comfortable sleeping.

Setting the llme

Time can be set only when you have pressed the

❑

Press the Timer SETbutton.

Reset button. Ifyou havejust replaced the batteries, the Reset button should be pressed to reset the time.

NU7E:Check the indicator for

A.M. and PM.

Press the Start./Stop button.

❑

Press the Time Setting buttons until the desired time is set.

SET

Delay Star@re-Set Stop

Make sure the time is set correctly on the remote control display.

Press the ON/OFF Timer buttons to turn Timer on or off.

mom

(x!?

N07E: Select one of the following four ~pes of operation.

Delay OFFTmer

Delay ON Tmer

❑

Press the Time Setting buttons until the desired time is set.

~ Store the selected on/offsetting u by pressing the Timer SET butt&.

With the unit runnina.”

SET

Delay OFFand ONTmer

Delay ONand OFFTimer

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Additional features.

Aitilow Direction (Indoor unit)

The up/down airflow can be adjusted by using the

NOIES:

remote control.

“ Always use the remote control to adjust the

Press the Start/Stop button to start the unit. Open the door on the remote control. Press the

Airflow Direction Start/Stop button and the

louvers will swing up and down. Press it again and the louvers will stop at the desired setting.

up/down airflow direction. Moving the louvers by hand could cause operational errors or darnage the unit.

~When the unit is shut off, the up/down airflow

direction louver will close the air outlet vent of the system.

Toadjust leiWight direction:

Adjust the leftiright airflow direction by hand.

Air Circulation Mode

Circulates the room airwithout cooling or heating.

Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep.

~ Opentiedoorontieremotecon&ol.ResstiefiChcdationbutton.Clowtiedoorontieremote

control. Now each time that you press the Indoor Fan Speed Selector, the fan speed is shifted from low to medium to high to lWTO, and then back to low again.

fj f--f-q+ ~.

Fanspeed is on low.

Fanspeed is on medium.

N07ES: ‘~<’

The fan speed of the indoor unit will automatically cycle depending on the room temperature.

Fanspeed is on high.

AUTOAir

;; AUTO economizes power consumption and prevents overcooking. The fin speed is automatically

changed from medium to low or vice versa, depending on the ambient temperature.

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Manual Operation

If the remote control will not operate the unit, open the front panel upward and press the Manual Operation button.

Use a pencil to press the button.

Ifyou want to stop operation, raise the front panel and press the Manual Operation button again. During Manual Operation, the opemting conditions are automatically set asfollows:

holing Only

Heat Pump Model

Model

Room Temp. Room Temp.

Room Temp.

above X“ F ZYFttm/ 76°F

below 7V0F

Operating Mode

Cooling

Dehumidify

Heating

Indoor Fan Speed

High

I Fan turns on/oti automatically I High

Setting Temperature

72° F

72” F

Air intake temperature

76° F

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Careand cleaning of the air conditione~

CAIMON: Before performing any maintenance, turn off the main power to the system.

Indoor Unit

Grille, Caseand Remote Control

Air Filters

Turn the system off before cleaning. To clean, wipe

The two air faltersbehind the front grille should be

with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use bleach or abrasives. checked and cleaned at least eve~ 30 days or more

Air intake vent

~ ‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ ‘ ““’‘““-‘“

Air outlet vent Horizontal louver Vertical louver Airfilters

often if necess~.

Lift the fi-ont access panel and pull the filter tab slightly forward to remove the filter. Clean the filter with a vacuum or warm, soapy water. Rinse and let

the falterdry before replacing it. GAWUIN: DO

NOToperate the systemwithout a fifter

becausedirtandlint will clog it andreducepetiormance.

Outdoor Unit

The heat exchanger coils and panel vents of the outdoor unit should be checked regularly. If clogged with dirt or debris, the heat exchanger and panel vents may be professionally steam cleaned, a service available through your GE service outlet.

+ Supply power must be disconnected before cleaning the

outdoor unit.

‘:’ Dirty or clogged coils will reduce the operating efficiency of

.,..

the system and cause higher operating costs.

Air intake vent

Air outlet vent

If you’re closing up for the season.. .(cooling-only models)

❑

Operate the system in the Air Circulation mode for 2 hours. This will dry out the system.

❑

Remove the batteries horn the remote control.

❑

Cover the outdoor unit with a protective cover.

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Installation ilKtrUCtiOllSm

Parts included

Outdoor unit

Type A screws

Type B ~ ‘

‘;;:-J; ‘Cref.jr’ro’

b:. L----J fi@--== ; [ (PD-l-+-J @--

Installation plate

G9@’”

Indoor unit

N07E: Optional tube kits—which contain pre-flared insulated tubing, wiring, etc., to complete system installation requirements—are available from General Electric.

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READ THEINSTALLA770N INSR?UCRONS CAREFUUYAND COMPLETELYBEFORE YOU BEGIN.

IMPORZANTN07ES:

Follow National Electiic Codes (NEC) andjor local codes and ordinances. For personal safe~ this system must be properly grounded. Protective devices (fuses or circuit breakers) acceptable for installation are specified on the

nameplate of each unit Servicing and installation of the refrigerant system must be petiormed only by a licensed, tiVAC

cetified technician.

Make sure to avoid wiring or plumbing inside the wall when installing.

II 1

hr any sem-ce which requin?sentry into the refrigerant sealed system, hderal regulations mquim tie work be performed by a technician having a Class II or Univemal certification.

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●// CAUTION

Electrical Requirements

Be certain all wiring complies with local building codes and NEC and that the supply voltage for this system is correct The system supply voftage is connected to the outdoor unit only

Check the rating nameplate on side panel of outdoor unit for required circuit protection rating and required supply voltage.

Use Underwriters-approved electrical branch circuit disconnect for providing supply voltage to split system outdoor unit Locate disconnect within sight and readily accessible from outdoor unit.

The sphl system indoor unit requires low voftage (D.C.)supplied from the outdoor unit via interconnecting wiring. The interconnecting wiring between indoor and outdoor units of this system must be 18-4 wiring, 18-gauge (minimum), 300-volt rating, type SJO–WA or STO–WA.

Be ceflain there is an uninterrupted, unbroken electrical ground connection.

Electric drill

‘z Pencil

Carpenter$ stud finder (recommended)

“ Crescent wrench

2 Y–3” diameter hole saw

N07E: A licensed, certified (to hand/e refrigerant-22,

Phillips-head screwdriver

recovety etc.) technician is required for installation of

these split air conditioning or heating pump systems. Is

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Installation instructions.

Read completel~ then follow step by step.

Select the Best Location

Indoor Unit

X Do not have any heat or steam near the unit.

“ ~Select a place where there are no obstacles in

front of the unit.

~ Make sure that condensate drainage can be

conveniently routed away. “ Do not install near a doorway. :’ Ensure that the space around the left and right

of the unit is more than 2”. The unit should be

installed as high on the wall as possible, allowing a

minimum of 3“ from ceiling.

: Use a stud finder to locate studs to prevent

unnecessary damage to the wall.

More than 2“

More than 2”

Install h

OutdoorUnit

M Ifan awning is built over the unit to prevent direct

sunlight or rain exposure, make sure that heat

radiation from the condenser is not restricted. ;~ Ensure that the space around the back and sides

is more than 4“. The front of the unit should have

more than 28” of space.

More than

:~:~Construct and anchor a strong and level

mounting base or pad for the outdoor unit.

~~~Use the provided rubber grommets between

the unit’s four mounts and the base or pad.

ii Anchor the outdoor unit through its four

mounts using bolts.

5 RooftopInstallations:

If the outdoor unit is installed on a roof structure,

be sure to level the unit. Ensure the roof structure and anchoring method are adequate for the unit location. Consult local codes regarding rooftop mounting.

❑pipin!lhn@andElevatio..

Indoor unit mounted above outdoor unit

Model

Pipe Size*

Max. Max.

(Cooling

Elevation

Capacity)

18K

I 5/8” I

3/8”

26’

9K, 12K

I 1/2” I

1/4”

26’

* Both gas and liquid interconnecting pipes must be insulated,

A (Max. length)

Outdoor unit

Outdoor unit mounted above indoor unit

Model

Pipe Size*

Max.

(Cooling

Length

Elevation

Capacity)

Gas

liquid

18K 5/8”

3/8”

4$J,

26’

9K, 12K

1/2”

1/4”

40’ 26’

* Both gas and liquid interconnecting pipes must be insulated.

Outdoor

unit

A (Max. length)

Indoor

unit

* Both gas and liquid interconnecting pipes must be insulated.

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N07E: These instructions do not coverall

installations. However, the typical installation will be to secure the installation plate to wall studs 16” apart. Itis recommended that a stud finder be used to locate the wall studs.

Measure the wall and mark the centerline. It is also important to use caution concerning the location of the installation plate-routing of the tig to power outlets is through the walls typically. Drilling the hole through the wall for piping connections must be done safely.

Mount the installation plate on the wall with four type A screws. If mounting the unit on a concrete wall, use anchor bolts.

Mount the installation plate horizontally by aligning the centerline using a level.

Drill the piping hole with a 2%–3” hole core drill. Drill the piping hole ateither the right or the left with the hole slightly slanted to b-e outdoor side (see illustration below).

Installation plate

Left rear piping

. . !,

--.-. -.--. -.--1 1. .. ..-. -.-J -.J I

center

2%–3” dia. piping hole

(See templates in the back of this manual for hole location relative to the installation plate.)

:door

TypeA screw

NOIES:

‘ For right rear piping, draw a line in the direction of

the arrow marked “A” and make another line extending from the bottom line of the installation plate. The meeting point of the two lines is the center of the hole.

For left rear piping, draw a line extending left from the bottom line of the installation plate. This is the centerline of any hole for the left rear installation.

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Installation instructions.

Refrigerant Piping and Condensate Drain–Indoor lJnit

Optional tubing kits are available which consist of all interconnecting copper lines, wiring

needed to connect indoor to outdoor units,

and a plastic sleeve endcap to enhance the installation wall hole sealing. You may also purchase the tubing, insulation, wiring, etc., locally for the installation. See chart on page for tubing diameter sizes required for the different models.

N07E Since the refrigerant metering device is

located in the outdoor unit, both the gas and the liquid tubing line sets must be insulated. Amn@ex material is recommended.

Gaslineinsu\~ionWZtion

*For heat pump models, heat-resistant insulation material

with minimum rating of 230° F is required.

See chart on page 14 for maximum lengths of tubing for interconnecting units. The indoor and outdoor units are provided with flare nuts. See the brass fittings on the indoor/outdoor sections.

N07E:The indoor unit is shipped from the factory

with a nitrogen holding charge to prevent moisture

contamination during shipment. Remove the flare nuts on the indoor unit to vent the nitrogen (environmentally friendly) into the atmosphere.

❑

Measure distance between indoor and outdoor units, considering the routing for the piping and wiring. Cut tubing to lengths, insert the tubing insulation. Flare the ends of tubes, after inserting flare nuts that will connect to the indoor and outdoor units.

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Preparingtheindoor unit’spipingand drain hose forinstaUation throughthe wall.

Remove the plastic tubing retainer (see illustration below) and pull the tubing and drain line awayfrom chassis.

Replaee theplastictubingholder in the original

thelowestside of the bundle. Locating atthe upper side can cause drainpanto ove%low insidethe unk

—

pcksition.

-----

To remove the retaine~ press the bottom of chassis near the

Pull

retainer upward and pull the

J I

tab out of its hole.

❑

Route the tubingand the drainhose straight backwards.

Inserttheconnectingwiringcable into the indoor unitfrom the outdoor unitthrough thepiping hole.

1 Do not connect the cable to the indoor unit.

2 Make a small loop with the cable for easy

connection later.

N07E: Wtig must comply with local and NEC codes. The interconnecting tig between indoor and outdoor units of this system must be

18-4 wiring, 18-gauge (minim Urn), 3oo-volt mting,

type SJO-WA or STOWA.

‘

Connecting cable

=@!!?!E;;;ng

N07E: If the drain hose will be routed in the room, insulate the hose with an insulation material* so that dripping from “sweating” (condensation) will not damage fi.wniture or floors.

*Foamed polyethylene or equivalent is

recommended.

Indoor/outdoor

connecting cable ~

Taping

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Installation instructions.

❑

Indoor unitinstallation.

Hook the indoor unit onto the upper portion of the installation plate. (Engage the two hooks of the rear top of the indoor unit with the upper edge of the installation plate.) Ensure that the hooks are properly seated on the installation plate by moving it left and right.

1.-.1

netting e

Drain h&e

Press the lower left and right sides of the unit against the installation plate until the hooks engage with their slots (clicking sound).

hmedng thepipkgs to theindoor unit 1 Align the center of the pipings and

sufficiently tighten the flare nut by hand.

2 Tighten the flare nut with a wrench.

af-

Indoor umt tubing

Flare nut

Piping

Wrap theinsulationmaterialaround the

connectingportion.

UJ770N: Be careful to arrange the pipings, drain hose and cables as shown on page 17 by connecting them to the indoor unit.

Isulation material

Wrap insulation material around the connecting portion.

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Connection of the Pipes

RJRLEFTREARPIPING:

Izl

Route theindoor tubingwiththedrainhose throughthepipinghole inthe desiredposition.

Tubing

holding retainer

To remove the retainec press

the bottom of chassis near the

Pull

retainer upward and pull the tab out of its hole.

Insertthe pipings,power supplycord and the connectingcableintothe piping hole.

Outside

Piping

Connecting cable

Indoor

Inserttheconnectingcable intotheindoor unk

1 Do not connect the cable to the indoor unit.

2 Make a small loop with the cable for easy

comection later.

N07E: Wiring must comply with local and NEC

codes. The interconnecting wiring between indoor and outdoor units of this system must be

18-4 wiring, 18-gauge (minimum), 3oo-volt mting, type SJO-WA or STO-WA.

❑

Tape the tubq, drainhose and the connecting cable.

@i!!i!s

Gas side piping

●.**

Liquid side piping Drain hose

Indoor unitimtallation.

❑

Conneet the pipingsto the indoor unit.

Align the center of the pipings and

sufficiently tighten the flare nut by hand.

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Installation instructions.

Piping and Condensate Drain Line—Indoor

C#lUllON: Be careful to arrange the pipings, drain hose and cables as shown on page 17 by inserting them into the indoor unit and reattaching the tubing retaine[

Isulation material

Wrap insulation material around the connecting portion.

•1

Reroute thepipingsand the connectingcable acrosstheback of the ehassk.

Piping

Tubing holding

retainer

~ \ ~Hook

@ Push

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Indoor unitinstallation.

netting

Drain hose

Press the lower left and right sides of the unit against the installation plate until the hooks engage with their slots (clicking sound).

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sufficiently tighten the fl&e nut by hand.

Z Tighten the flare nut with a wrench.

access cover

ide piping

r dia.)

Liquid side piping

(smallerdia.)

Connecting cable (low voltage)

gauge

ndoor Unit Outdoor Unit

300 volt

Terminal

(4P)

(6P)

Power supply @

11 @ 12 @

--- ---

1 1 1 I I I

!---------> Ground

Terminal block

Outdoor unit

Lowvoltage wiring

w- & ,--Y

Cover control

Conduit panel

upply voltage

onnection

WARNING

; Be sure

to comply with local codes to route the,>,.

wire fi-om the indoor unit to the outdoor unit

(size ofwire and wiring method, etc.). ~:’Everywire must be cormected securely. ‘~ No wire should be allowed to touch refi-igerant

tubing, the compressor or any moving parts.

9K I15V 14

18 15 amps

60Hz - lPh

12K

115V 14

20 amps

60Hz - lPh

18K

230/208V 14 18

15 amps

60Hz -1 Ph

NOES:

~;!~ shows field wiring (low voltage). ;:;; O shows power source wiring.

~~~Separately wire the high and low voltage lines. ~~<Use heat-proof electrical wiring capable of

withstanding tempemtures of up to 167° F.

‘~:Use outdoor and waterproof connection cable

rated more than 300V for the connection between indoor and outdoor units. (For

example, Type SJO-WA.)

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Installation instructions.

Connecting wiring to outdoor unit:

3 4

Remove the wiring access cover on the outdoor unit.

Drill a hole through the plastic plug cap appropriate for the passage of connecting cable

(for low voltage line). Pass the connecting cable through hole. Properly connect the wire onto the terminal

block. Fix the connecting cable with the clamp cord

provided on the unit to avoid strain at the terminal when the connecting cable is pulled outside by up to a 35-pound weight.

Wmd vinyl tape over the connecting cable for

sealing between the surface of the connecting

cable and cap.

Mount the taped part of the cable on the cap.

Mount the holed cap with the wound cable on the

conduit panel. -

Clamp cord

Cap

(resuse)

Hole

(for low

voltage line)

Taping

(for sealing)

, Terminal block

Low voltage line

(connecting cable)

Conduit panel

How to connect wiring to the terminals: ~~’~

For solid corewiring (or Fable)

Cut the wire end with a wire cutter or wirtiutting pliers, then strip the insulation to expose the solid wire about 15/16”.

Using a screwdriver, remove the terminal

screw(s) on the terminal plate.

Using pliers, bend the solid wire to form a loop

suitable for the terminal screw. Shape the loop wire properly, place it on the

terminal plate and tighten securely using a screwdriver.

Solid wire

‘m ~

‘! r

Loop

.—

~ w

Insulation

;

Forstrandwiring

Lock nut

- Cap

(remove)

Power supply line

(10, 230/208V or

115V, depending

on model)

W!AR/U/NG:Loose

wiringmay cause the terminal to overheat or result in unit malfimction. A fwe hazard may also exist. Be sure all wiring is ti~htlv connected.

Cut the wire end with a wire cutter or wire cutting pliers, then strip the insulation to expose the strand wiring about 3/8”.

Using a screwdriver, remove the terminal screw(s) on the terminal plate.

Using around terminal fmtener or pliers, securely clamp each stripped wire end with a round terminal.

Position the round terminal wire, and replace and tighten the terminal screw using a screwdriver.

Stranded wire

, Screw with

/ sDecial washer

I I

terminal

Screw with

al plate

special washer

Round terminal

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the open position (horizontally) by hand.

2 Remove 3 screws that retain the front grille.

Pull the lower left and right sides of the grille toward you and lift itoff.

❑

Gmect thecable to theindoor unitby connectingthe wirestothe termkak

on the control board individuallyaccording tothe outdoor unitconnection.

1 Ensurethat the color of the wires of the

outdoor unit and the terminal No. are the same as those of the indoor unit. (Refer to

Remove screws

—

(3 places)

Check thedrainage.

1 Pour a glass of water on the evapomtor.

2 Ensurethat water flows through the drain

hose of the indoor unit without any leakage and goes out the drain exit.

the Wiring diagram on page 21.)

WARNING:

>’.Be sure to refer to the wiring diagram-see Mini

Manual. Improper tig can cause the unit to opemte incorrectly and result in a tie hazard.

~~Check local electrical codes and any spec~led

wiring instructions or limitations.

~ Attach thegrilleonto thecabimzt

Grasp the lower part of the left and right sides of the grille and engage the four tabs on the top inside edge of the chassis.

Press the grille toward the chassis until it clicks back into place.

Reinstall the (3) retaining screws.

/f-

4 Close grillefront.

a’

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Installation instructions.

Form thepipings bywrappingtheconnecting portion of the indoor unitwithinsulation matexial andsecure

itwithtwoplasticbands

(for the rightpipings).

If you want to connect an additional drain hose, the end of the drain outlet should be routed above the ground. Secure the drain line appropriately.

;: If the outdoor unit is being installed below the

positionof theindoor unk

Tape the pipings, drain hose and connecting

cable fi-om down to up.

Form the pipings gathered by taping along the

exterior wall and fix them onto the wall by

saddle or equivalent.

around pipings with a gum type sealer.

Drain hose

●Trap is required to prevent water from

entering into electrical parts.

!’: H

the outdoor unitis being installedabove the

positionof theindoor uniti

1 Tape the pipings and connecting cable horn

down to Up.

2 Form the pipings gathered by taping along the

exterior wall. The trap should be formed up to prevent water from entering into the room.

3 Fix the pipings onto the wall by saddle or

equivalent.

Seal small openings around pipings with

a gum type sealer.

❑

A plasticdrainelbow isprovided withthe outdoor heatpump unitfor routingany condensationawayfi-om the outdoor unit basepan.Attach the elbow to the basepan nearthecompressor and then attacha hose

(thatyouprovide) to the other end to route

thewateraway.

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~t;Pressure in the system rises,

@ Operating current rises,

“ Cooling (or heating) efficiency drops.

..< ~’~Moisture in the refrigerant circuit may freeze and

block capillary tubing.

‘~’”Water may lead to corrosion of parts in the

refrigemnt system.

The indoor unit and tubing between the indoor and outdoor units must be leak-tested and the system evacuated to remove any noncondensables and moisture.

N0712 The outdoor unit contains /?22 chatge for the

total system.

❑ ~P*~*a=mwpwp.

Preparation:

Check that each tube (both liquid and gas side tubes) between the indoor and outdoor units has been properly connected and all wiring for the test run has been completed. Remove the valve caps fi-om both the gas and the liquid side semice valves on the outdoor unit. Note that both liquid and gas side service valves on the outdoor unit are kept closed at this stage.

N07E: The outdoor unit contains /?22 charge for the

total system.

Leak Test: 1

Connect a manifold valve (with pressure gauges) and dry nitrogen gas cylinder to the suction semice port.

2 Pressurize the system to no more than 150

P.S.I.G. with&y nitrogen gas and close the cylinder valve when the gauge reading reaches

150 P.S.I.G. Next, test for leaks with liquid soap.

lYURION: Toavoid nitrogen entering the refrigerant system

in a /iquid state, the top of the cy/inder must be higher than its bottom vvhenyou pressurize the system. Usuall~ the cylinder is used in a vertical standing position.

3 Do a leak test of alljoints of the tubing (both

indoor and outdoor) and both gas and liquid side sewice valves. Bubbles indicate aleak. Be sure to wipe off the soap with a clean cloth.

4 After the system is found to be free of leaks,

relieve the nitrogen pressure by loosening the charge hose connector at the nitrogen cylinder.

When the system pressure is reduced to normal,

disconnect the hose from the cylinder.

Indoor unit

Pres

Charge hose

Nitrogen gas cylinder (in vertical standing

position).

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Installation instructions.

Evacuation:

Connect the charge hose end described in the

preceding steps to the vacuum pump to evacuate

the tubing and the indoor unit. Confirm that the

“Lo” knob of the manifold valve is open. Run the vacuum pump, The operation time for evacuation varies with the tubing length and capacity of the

pump. Allow the pump to operate until the system has

been evacuated down to 300 microns. Allow the

pump to continue running for an additional 15

minutes, Turn off the pump and leave the

connections secured to the two service valves. After

5 minutes, if the system fails to hold 500 microns or

less, check all connections for tight fit and repeat

the evacuation procedure.

Finishing the Job:

With a service valve wrench, turn the valve stem of the liquid side valve counterclockwise to fidly open the valve.

Turn the valve stem of gas side valve counterclockwise to folly open the valve.

Lmosen the charge hose connected to the gas side service port slightly to release the pressure, then remove the hose.

Replace the flare nut and itsbonnet on the gas side semice port and fasten the flare nut securely with an adjustable wrench. This process is very important to prevent gas leaks in the system.

Replace the valve caps at both gas and liquid side

se&ice valves and fro-ten them securely and tightly.

This completes air purging with a vacuum pump. The system is now ready to test run.

For anyservicewhichrequiresentry rntothe refrigerantsealedsystem, Federalregulationsrequirethework be performed by atechnicianhavinga ClassII or Universalcertification.

Indoor unit

Manifold valve

Pressure

gauge

Vacuum pump

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2 Check that the gas and liquid side semice valves

are fully open.

Opemte the system for 15-20 minutes. Check the system refi-igerant charge:

1 Measure the pressure of the gas side service valve.

2 Measure the outside ambient air tempemture.

N07E: Refer to the Mini-Manual supplied with the unit for the systems operating amperage and evaporator discharge air temperature at the various ambient levels. At a ~pical outdoor ambient temperature of 95° ~ the gas (suction)pressure at the outdoor unit should be 70-75 PS.I.G. in cooling mode.

For anysavice whichrequiresentry intotherefrigerantsealed system, Federalregulationsrequirethework be performed by a technicianhavinga

ClassII or Universalcertifkation.

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Installation instruction templates.

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LeftSideInstallation

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Installation plate

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RightSideInstallation

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Installation plate

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AS ICD09 ASIRD09 AS1CD12 ASIRD12

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Piping hole

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ASICD18 ASIRD 18

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Before you call for service...

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Possible Causes

What ToDo

the Systm

‘Ihe fbse is blown/circuit ● Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace

doesnotstart breaker istripped.

thefme or reset the breaker.

The Timer operation

● ~eck theTier f~ctions ad make s~e hey we

is not set comedy.

setto the desired settings.

The

tit does not

● This is normal. Wait about 3 minutes and the unit

operate when restarted.

will restart.

7hesystemdoes Airflow isrestricted.

● M~e Swe thereme no ~~s, b~ds or~i~re

notcoolorheatas

blocking the front of the system.

it should

The temperature controlmay ● Turn to a lower or higher setting. The lowest setting not beset high or lowenough.

provides maximum cooling. The highest setting provides

maximum heating (heat pumps only).

l%eairfikerisdi

rty.

● Clean the filter atleast eveq 30days.See the Operating “

Instructions section.

The room may have been hot

● When the systemis first turned on you need to allow

or cold.

tine for the room to cool down or warm up.

Cold or warm air is escaping.

● Check for open furnace floor registers and cold

air returns.

Theremote control The batteries may be dead.

● Replace the batteries.

display is faint or shows no dispiay at all

The batteries are inserted

● Check the position of the batteries. They should be

incorrectly.

inserted in the opposite (+) and (—) direction.

Normal Operating Sounds

You may hear a sound like water flowing. This is the sound of refrigerant flowing inside the system,

‘ A noise that sounds like air being released is a

design feature of dehumidifjingwater being processed inside the system.

You may hear a clicking noise when you startor stop the unit. This sound is the expansion or contraction of the unit due to changes in the tempemture.

Page 31

Split System Warranty

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,

an authorized Customer Care@ technician. For service,

call 800-GE-CARES.

Etr ZhePeriod Ok GE Will Replace, At No Charge To You:

One Year

Anypart of the split system air conditioner which fids due to a defect in materials or workmanship.

From the date of the During this fidl one-year

warrantyGE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and in-home

original purchase

service to replace the defective part.

Five Yea= Any part of the sea/ed retiigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evapomtor and internal

From the date of the

connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this

original purchase five-year warra~, GE will also provide, ikee of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace

the defective part.

/%r each of the shove warranties: Transportation expense to and from a service shop and shop service labo~ if required, will be free of charge.

What GE VW, Not Cuvec

Servicetripstoyour home to teachyou how to use the Replacement of house fuses or resettingof circuit producti breakers.

Improper kstallation. If youhavean installationproblem, or if thesplitsystem airconditioneris of improper cooling capacityfor the intended use, contactyour dealeror installer.You are responsible for providing adequate electricalcomecting facilities.

Failureof theproduct resultingfrom modifkations to tbe product or due to unreasonableuseincludingfailure to providereasomble and necesszuymaintenance.

Incommercial locations, labornecessaryto move the unitto a location where itis accessiblefor serviceby a technician.

Failuredue to corrosionon models not coxrosionprotected.

Damage to the product or systemleakscaused by improper field-ktalled interconnectingtubing between indoor and outdoor units,improper power supply voltage, acciden~ fwe, floods or acts of God.

Incidentalor consequential damage topersonal property caused by possible defects withthissplit @em air conditioner.

This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.

Some states do not allow the exciusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. 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, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state> Attorney General.

Warrantor: General

Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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substantial discount. GE Consumer Service will still be there after your

warmnty expires.

Parts and Accessories m-=-=

Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes (VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted).

Servicing and installation of the refi-igerant system must be performed only by a licensed,

HVAC cefiled technician.

Instructions contained in this manual coverprvcedures tobe perfbrmed by any usez (lthersem”cing

generally should be retiwmd to qualified service pemonnel. Caution must be exemised, since

imprvper sem-cing may cause unsafa operation.

br anysem-ce which requires entry into the retiigemntsealed system, hderal regulti-ons

requim the work be pehrmed by a technician having a ClassII or Universal certification.

Service Satisfaction

Ifyou are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE: Fi~ contact the people who semiced your appliance. NeX ifyou are still not pleased, write all the details-including your phone number-to:

Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY40225

finall~ ifyour problem is still not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Progmrn 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606

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