GE ASW12ALS1, ASW10ALS1 Owner’s Manual
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Safety InsO_dio_ ........... 2, 3
Operating lnsO'uctions
(;onu'ols_Conu'ol Knobs ..... 6, 7
Conu'ols Tou(h Pads ........ 4, 5
Care and Cleaning
Air Fiber . ..................... 8
gaueri_s ...................... 8
Grille and (;as( ................ 8
()utdoor (kills ................. S
Installation Ins_ctions
Through-the-Wall
[nstallatkm--Optional ......... 15
Window Installatkm ......... 9-14
Troubleshooting Tips ......... 1(;
Normal ()p( rating Sounds ..... 16
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Consumer _ ,,tpport ........ 20
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Write the modelandserial
numbershere:
Model #
Serial#
Find lhese mnnl)ers on a l_lt)('l on
the side of the air (onditionm:
49-7583 11-07JR
IMPORTANTSAFETYINFORMATION.
READALLINSTRUCTIONSBEFOREUSING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock
or personal injur_
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS
_;_Use dfis appliance only fbr its imcn& d
pmlx)se as described in this Owner's
Mmmal.
_¢;This air condition€ r must be properly
installed in accordan_ e with the Installation
[nstructions beiorc it is used.
{¢;N(_( r unplug your air conditioner 1)ypulling
on*h( l)(we('°(" Mwtvs, ,g l [) )t,gfi'nv•
and pull straight out fl'om the re(eptacle.
_;2Replace immediately all electric service
cords that have become lmy_d or othet_vise
damaged, A damaged power- supply cot-d
must be replaced with a new power supply
coM obtained from th( mamflhctnrer and
not tt paired. Do not us¢ a cotd that shows
crocks or abrasion damage along its length
o1-at tither th_ plug or connector end.
_;_If the r_ceptacle does not match the plug,
the *-ccq)tacle ill*is* be changed out b} a
qualified electrician.
{¢;Turn th_ unit OFFand unplug yore-air
_onditkmer b_fbrc cleaning.
;;_GE does not supl_ott any setMcing of the air
conditiotmt: Wc strongly recomm(nd that
you do not attempt to servic_ d_e air-
(ondition( r yoursel£
_;_ For yOtlF sat{'*}...do DOt StOl'(? OF rise
combustible mat_ rials, gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or anv other appliance.
_;__MIair conditkmers contain refl-igcmnts,
which un&r t_.!deml law nmst b_ r_mov_d
prior to pt-oduc_ disposal. If you arc getting
rid of an oM product with *-cffigetwms, che_k
with the company handling disposal about
what to do.
HOWTOCONNECTELECTRICITY
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove
the third (ground) prong from the power cord•
For personal safety, this appliance must be
properly grounded,
DONOTuse an adapterplug with this appliance.
'Fh_ power tom of this appliance is _quipped
willl a 3-protlg (grounding) plug which mates
with a standard 3-lining (grounding) x_vlll
outkt to minimize the possibility of electric
shock hazard from this appliance.
Power cord illchldes a CtlrI(:IS[ iItltwrllpt( F
device. A *(st and wset button is provided on
the plug case. The device shouM be t_st_ d on a
p_ riodic basis by fi*st pr¢ssing th< rESTbumm
and then the RESETbutton while plugged into
the outlet. If the TESTlmtton does not trip
or if the RESETbutton will not stay <ngwg< d,
discontimle use of" the air conditioner and
contact a qualified sel'vice t<chnician.
[lave the wall outlet and circuit checked by
a qualified ele( trician to make sm_ the outlel
is properly grounded.
Whetc a 2-prong wall outl¢ t is cncount_ re d,
it is your personal rt sponsibility and ol)li_ltion
U) have it rcplac_ d with a properly grounded
3-pt-ong wall outlet.
The air condition_ r should ahvays be plugged
into its own individual dectrical outlet whk:h
has a vohag_ rating that matdms the rating
plate.
This provides the bes_ p_ rtbrmanc_ and also
prevems overloading house wiring (ircuits
which couM cause a fire hazaM fix)if*
oveflmated wir_ s.
Se_ d_e Installation Instructions, Electrical
Requirements sc_tion fi.w spedtk dc_ u'kal
COllll(X {iOll leqt 5iF(qll ('11 L'4,
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WARNING!
USEOFEXTENSIONCORDS--115-Voltmode&only
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Because of potential safety hazards under certain
conditions, we strongly recommend against the
use of an extension cord.
[Iow(_c*,if'yoll must use an extension cord,
it is al)solmcly nec(ssa_ dlat it be a UL-listed,
14 gauge, _wire gromlding type appliance
extensi,.)n cord having a grotmding type [)lug
and otttlet and fllat the electlical _ting of" ill(
cord be 15 aml)ercs (mi_fimmn) and 125 volts.
CAUTION:
DO NOTuse an extension cord with any ofthe
230/208 voltmodels.
READANDFOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS
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Aboutthecontrolsontheair conditioner--modelswithtouchpads.
Features and appearance wil! varg
COOtOn
ENERGY
SAVEROn
STEEPOn
Air ConditionerControls RemoteControl
O On/Off
Turns air (onditi(mer on and ofl_
,Oisptav
plays lhe s(l I('Hll)el'_/IHl'e 01" lime
F( lllaillill_ O11 [illlel;
O Mode
l_s_ 1o s(t lhe air (ondilioner 1o Cooler Fall
l]]o(le.
t Increase •/Decrease • Pads
W
[ S( IO S([ I(!lll[)(!l'alIll-( whell ill Coo/lllode.
Fan
k_e Io s(t tim fire spe(d at Low, Medor High.
O Circulaire (onsomemodels)
"l'[IYll Oil 10 provkh (onlinuous sid(-Io-skh
air circulalion.
For fixed sid_-to-_ide air dir_ ellen, turn On
until lh( desired air dir((lion is obtained,
then 1urn il O_
Energy Saver-Conm:4s tll_ fan.
0
0e_'I'he ihn and compressor Qcle on and
off. This results in wider variations of room
temper4ture and lmmidit}. Nolmally used
when the room is unoccupied. Note: The fan
will corttinue to run for a short time after the
compressor cycles off.
Off--The fhn runs all the time, while the
comprcssor cycles on and off\
This _wiuh must be set at 0flirt order to use
the fhn setting,, (on the turtle control).
@
@
@
Timer
O
On--When the air conditioner is off, it can b(
s(t to aulomatically mvn on in l to 24 hours
at its l)r(vious setting. Each touch will set tile
lime in hours.
Off--When tile airconditioneris on, il can
be set Io automatically turn offiH 1 Io24
hours. Each touch will set the lime in homes.
To cancel the timm; pl-ess tim Timerpad
until the displa? time disappc_lrs.
Sleep (onsomemodels)
0
Press to set the air _onditioncr to run for
8 hours bclbrc it mltomaticall) shuts ale
Oat* hour EI_[('I lilt* ",Ice1)timur is set, th( s(t
mmperamru will atmmlaticallv increase 2°E
To cancel lh( sleep modt, [)r(ss Ill(: Sleep pad
_1 se(oll(I [Jill(.
Note:Thesleep tllner will be cancelledif the
Timer,EnergySaveror Modepad ispressecL
Remote ControlSignalReceiver
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Remote Control
lo ellStlFe l)l-Opel - el)( l_llioll, aim the
lelno[e (7Olltl-ol al the signal 1-(!17( ivel-
011 the air con(lilioll( 1;
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The remote control signal has a rang( of
upto21 ffxl.
i!i:"Make sure nothing is b( p,veen th( air condilioner
and the remote control that could block the
signal.
i!i:.Make su re batteries arc fresh and installed
correctly---4,( e th( Care and Cleaning se(tion.
Additional controls and important information.
Do Not Operate in Freezing Outdoor Conditions
This (eel<rely air (onditioner was not dcsign(+(l tbr
fl-eezing outdoor con(litions. It must not be used ill
fl-eezing outdoor conditions.
When the air conditioner is turned on, it wil!
automatically start in the setting last used,
Power Outage Recovery Feature
In the _ase of a power Otltage or interruption, the Sleepfbamres will res(t 1o tile original selling.
unit will amomaticall} re_mrt in tile s(tfing_ last You may n(ed to s(t a new time if desil>d.
used after the power is restored. The Timerand
Cool Mode
go.tom
tse tile Cool mode with High(3),Mud (2)or
Low (1)fSmfk_rcooling. Lse lhe Increase • /
Decrease• pads 1o set the desired temperature
between 64°F and 86°F in l °F increlnents.
A thermostat is used to mailmlin tile room
tempet-,mn-e. The conlpressor will (3cle on and off
to kee l) the room at tile set level of (x)mfi_rt. Set the
thermostat at a lower mnnber and tl_e indoor air
will become coolel; Set tile thermostat at a higher
number and the indoor air will be(ome wannel;
NOTE:If theair conditioneris off andis thenturnedon
wlfiteset to Cool,it wilt take approximately3minutesfor
thecompressorto start andcoolingto beghT.
Cooling Descriptions
ForNormal Coo/ing--Sde(t Ill( Cool mo(le
mM High (3) or Med (2)fim with a middle set
tempel-_tu re.
ForMaximum Cooling--Select tile Cool mode
mM High (3) tim with a lower s(,t temperature.
For Quieter & Nighttime Coolinff--Select th(
Cool mode mid Low (1) f_m with _ lni(/dlt" s('t
telllpel-Htll l-e.
NOTE"If you switch from a Cool setting to Off or to
a fan setting wait at least 3 mh?utesbefore switching
back to a Cool setting.
Fan Mode
I sc the Fan at High (3), Med (2) or Low (1) to provide Sinre t;m only st'ldngs do not l)rOxi(/e (ooling,
air cir(ulafion an(I filtering without cooling, a telnpemture setting will not be displayed.
Vent Control (onsomemodels)
The vent control is localt'd on the inside of the
air louv( p+in file lower right (orn(t;
When set at CLOSE, only tile air inside the room
will be circulated and conditioned. When set at
OPEN,some insi& air is exhausted outside.
I I
Toopenthe vent`pushthelevertothe Toopenthevent,pushtl?e
right Toclosei_,pushft reftTeleft leverto theright.Toclose
i_,pushft re theleft
Air Direction--Up and Down (onsomemodels)
FingvJtip pressure on the horizontal louvers a({justs
the air dir(cfion up or down.
Air Direction--Side-to-Side (onsomemodels)
On some models, tilt' si(le-t<>si(/e air dire(tion is
a(ljusted b} the louxer h,xers or by grasping mid
lnoving file inner veltical louvers.
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Aboutthecontrolsontheairconditioner--modelswith controlknob(s).
Features and appearance may va_
Controlsto.modelssoequipped)
Hi*h @_ Low
-@
Fen
O ON/OFFSwitch
Tmns ai_ conditkme_ (m and off.
NOTE:If theairconditionerisoffandis thenturnedonwhile
setinaCoolmode,itwilltakeapproximately3minutesfor
thecompressortostartandcoolingtobegin.
FanSwitch (onsomemodels)
Use to set the t_mspeed to LOor HI.
O Mode/Temp Control
Use to set the air conditione[ to tile FanOnlyor a
Cool mode.
LO
Hedium
Cool
area, lb_ file indoor air to become wam_e_:
The Mode/Temp c(muo] is used to maintait_ the
roomtempel_ature.When set in a Coolmode,the
('ompressor willo_:le on and (if/to keep the moln
at file stone ](we]ofcomfolt.
CoolingDescriptions
ForNormalCooling_%lecta Coolmode _dththe
ModeiTtm/p knob set tt the mklpoint.
ForMaximumCooling-_%lecta Coolmode_dth
the ModeiTtm/p knob set toxr,trd the Imge_
bhle area.
FanOnlyMode
Use FanOnlyat HI or LOFanto provkle air
drculatkm and fi]tering_dthout cooling.
CoolMode
IJsea Coolsetting with HIot LOFanfb_ c(_ding.
Turn the knob c]ock_ise,towalxltile largerblue
ar{m,fb_the indoor area to become coolec Turn
the knob cotmtelvlock_dse, toward the smalle_b]ue
ForQuieter& NighttimeCooling--Select a Coolmode _dth
the ModeiTemp knob _t tox_ard the smaller blue area.
NOTE:Ifyou move the Moder'Temp control knob fi'om a
Coolsetting to the FanOnsetting, wait at least 3 minutes
befi:)re s_dtching back to a Coolsetting.
Controls(o,,modelsso equipped)
off 5 6
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Ned Cool Iflerm_st_t
ModeControl
O
HiCool,MedCoolandLowCoolpro@l( cooling
_dth d{_Rq'entfan sl)eeds.
LowFanor HiFanproddes all circulation and
fill(ring _ithout cooling.
ThermostatControl
@
The thermostat control is used to maintzdn the
room mmpelvltute. The compressor willc)de on
and off m keel) the room at file same levelof
comfort. When }ou ttll'n the hl()b to a higher
mlmbm; the indoor ai__dll become coolec Tmn
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the knob to a lower mlmber and the indoor air
_ill become xval///ell
NOTE"Ifyoumovetheswitchfroma coolsetbegtoOFFer
toafansetting,waitatleast3minutesbeforeswitchingbacktoa
coolsetting.
CoolingDescriptions
ForNormalCooling-&.lectHiCoolor MedCool_ith the
thermostat (ontrol at midpoint.
ForMaximumCoolino-Se]ectHiCool_dth the thermostat
control at the highest number av,t'tlableon )_)tuknob.
ForQuieter&NighttimeCoolinouSelectLowCoolwith the
thermostat control atmidpoint.
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Additional controls and important information.
DoNot Operatein FreezingOutdoorConditions
This cool4mly air conditioner was not designed tor
fl(ezing outdoor conditions. It must not l)e us(d in
fi-eezing outdoor conditions.
Vent Control (onsomemodels)
Th_ vent control is located on the inside otthe air
louver_ in th( lower right cornel:
When set at CLOSE,only the air inside the r,oom
will be cilvulated and conditioned. When set at
OPEN,some inside air is (xllatlsl(!d Otltsi(l( .
Air Direction--Side-to-Side
On sore(' modds, the sMe-lo-side air direction is
a({justed by the louvcr levers or by grasping and
moving the inner xeltical louvers.
go.tom
L
L/"
I[ II
Toopen the vent, push tge lever to tile Toopen the vent, push the
right, To close it, push it to the left lever to the right. Toclose
i_,push itto the lefL
-" OR
Air Direction--Up and Down (onsomemodels)
Fingmtip pr(ssur( on Ih( horizontal louv{ rs a(!justs
the air direction up or down.
OR
Careand cleaning ofthe air conditioner.
How to Insert the Batteries
] R,._mo_,ethe batt_ly ,.over by sliding it
a((ol'dill_ 1o lh_ aFrow dir_ ([iolL
] Insert new I)aueri(s, making sure that the (+)
and (-) oJ I)attety are inslall( d corre(tly.
] Realt_ch lh{ cox<r I)ysli(ling il back
into posilion.
Grille and Case
Turn lhe air _onditioner off and r_move th_
phlg from lh( wall oull(t I){for(: cleaning.
Outdoor Coils
The coils on the outdoor side o1"the air conditioner
should be checked regulm'l?; It they arc clogged
with dilt or soot, thc'_' may b< professionally
clean(d.
Air Filter
The air filter behind 1he fl-ont rille should be
checked and cleaned al l<ast evel?, 30 (la?,-, or
mor_ often il necessal).
Clean Ihe Áiller with Walln, soap} walel: ]_inse and
lel the fiher (ha' b_ fore tel)lacing il.
NOTES:
}'_Ise 2 "._¥\" (1.5 voh) batteries. Do not use
rechargeal)le batteries.
}!i_,Remove the l)all_ ties from the remote control if
the _,)stem is not going to be used f_l- a long time.
To cl_ an, use waist and a mild (ht_ rgent.
l)o not us{ bleach or al)rasixcs.
Toremove:
Grabthe tabs on
the filter and pull
it up and out
CAUTION:NOTeperated}eairconditioner
widTeutafilterbecausedirtandlint willclogit andreduce
performance
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Installation
Air Conditioner
Instructions
[=_ Questions? Call 80O.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely
and carefully.
• IMPORTANT - Savethese
instructions for local inspector's use.
• IMPORTANT - Observeall
governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer- Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer- Keep these
instructions for future reference.
• Skill level - Installation of this appliance
requires basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time- Approximately 1 hour
• We recommend that two people install
this product.
• Proper installation is the responsibility
of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation
is not covered under the Warranty.
• You MUST use all supplied parts and use
proper installation procedures as described
in these instructions, and any separate kit
instructions, when installing this air
conditioner.
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.
If the sill support bolts do not contact the
window sill, or if you have a window
without a sill, you must order accessory kit
RAK87 to properly install this air conditioner.
Call 800.626.2002 or visit ge.com.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips head screwdriver
Pencil
Adjustable wrench
Ruler or tape measure
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
(_ Some models require a 115/120-volt a.c.,
The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the
possibility of electric shock hazard. If the wall
outlet you plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet,
it is your responsibility to have it replaced with
a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
(_ Some models require 230/208-volt a.c.,
(_ on their own single branch circuit forbest performance and to prevent
60 Hz grounded outlet protected with a
15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
protected with a time delay fuse or circuit
breaker. These models should be installed
overloading house or apartment wiring
circuits, which could cause a possible
fire hazard from overheating wires.
Level
Power cord includes a current interrupter
device. A test and reset button is provided on
the plug case. The device should be tested on a
periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button
and then the RESET button while plugged into
the outlet. If the TEST button does not trip or
if the RESET button will not stay engaged,
discontinue use of the air conditioner and
contact a qualified service technician.
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Scissors or knife
PARTS INCLUDED
(appearance may vary)
Left
accordion
panel
Window Installation Instructions
Window
sash seal
Foam top
window gasket
Top mounting rail
mounting rail
seal strip
Right
accordion
panel
_Bo_to m inner
Type A(18 or 19)
1/2" screws
Sill support (2)_ case gasket
Type B (8) Type C
3/4" screws bolt (2)
Security bracket (1)
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Window Installation Instructions
[] WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
• These instructions are for a standard
double-hung window. You will need to
modify them for other types of windows.
./k CAUTION: If the sill support
bolts do not contact the window sill,
or if you have a window without a sill,
you must order accessory kit RAK87 to
properly install this air conditioner. Call
800.626.2002 or visit ge.com.
• All supporting parts must be secured
to firm wood, masonry or metal.
• The electrical outlet must be within
reach of the power cord.
• Follow the dimensions in the table and
illustration for your model.
A B
ASWlO
Models l
ASW12
14 3/4" min. 24 3/4"-36"
15 3/8" min. 26"-39 1/2"
D==8
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A
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[] STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS
A storm window frame will not allow the
air conditioner to tilt toward the outside,
and will keep it from draining properly.
To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood
to the sill.
WOOD PIECES -
WIDTH: 2"
LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside the
window frame.
THICKNESS: To determine the thickness,
place a piece of wood on the sill to make
it 1/2" higher than the top of the storm
window frame or the vinyl frame.
Attach securely with nails or screws
provided by the installer.
1/2" higher
than vinylframe
| _ (on some windows)
1/2" higher !
than storm T [I _'J;J_ JJ/._
window _fl?i,
v Wood
frame J41
Storm window J _ _/invl frame I I
frame _ ' _ g
(With accordion panels)
REMOVE THE FRONT GRILLE
[]
(IF ATTACHED)
[] Remove shipping tape, if present.
On models with a
raise-up inlet grille,
lift it and remove
the screw behind it
(if present) that holds
the grille in place.
On models with a
slide-out air filter,
remove it and the
screw behind it
(if present) that holds
the grille in place.
[] Gently but firmly grasp
the lower grille corners,
press in on the case
sides and pull forward
to release.
NOTE: Do not pull the
bottom edge toward
you more than 3" or
you may damage the tabs of the grille.
[] Lift the grille up and off the top tabs.
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Window Installation Instructions
[] REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER
FROM THE CASE
[] Remove the 2 or 4 screws (depending on
model) on each side of the case. Keep the
2 front-side screws for later use.
[] Slide the air conditioner from the case by
gripping the base pan handle and pulling
forward while bracing the case.
[] PREPARE THE CASE
[] Remove the backing from the top mounting
rail seal strip and attach it to the bottom of
the top mounting rail. Cut to size.
[] Install the top mounting rail with 4 or 5 type
Ascrews (depending on the number of
holes in the top mounting rail) from the
outside of the case.
Top mounting rail
Front of air conditioner
Remove packing cardboard and tape,
if present.
Bottom mounting rail
[] Insert the frames for the accordion panels
into the top and bottom mounting rails.
Attach the accordion panels to the side
of the case using 6 type A screws.
Top mounting rail
panel
Type A_
screws
BACK
Bottom mounting rail
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