GE ATL05, ATL04 Use and Care Manual

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Contents

AkCondZioner

Adapter Plug Air Direction

Air Filter Appliance Registration

Care and Cleaning Condenser Coils

Consumer Services Control Settings

Electrical Requirements Energy-Saving Tips

Extension Cords Grille and Cabinet

Grounding Installation Instructions

Carq Cool”

Models

ATL04 ATL05

4,5

3 5

5 5

3 6

3 5

3 7

Model and Serial Numbers Moisture Removal

Problem Solver Safety Instructions

User Maintenance Instructions 5 Warranty

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Important Safety

Help us help you...

Before using your air conditioner, 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 your phone number):

Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225

Write down the model and serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label on the frame of the air conditioner behind

the air filter. These numbers are also on the

Consumer Product Ownership Registration Card that came with your air conditioner. Before sending in this card, please write these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

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

Instructions

Read dl using this appliance.

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

●

Use this appliance only for its

intended purpose

this Use and Care Book.

●

This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. See

instructions on page 3.

●

Never unplug your air conditioner

by pulling on the power cord.

Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle.

●

Repair or replace immediately

all electric service cords that

have become frayed or otherwise damaged.

shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

●

Unplug your air conditioner

before making any repairs.

Note: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.

●

For your safety. .

use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

itiructions

Do not use a cord that

before

as described in

grounding

.do

not store or

If You Need

To obtain service, see the Consumer Services page in the back of this book.

We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the serviced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most

cases, this will solve the problem. NEXT, if you are still not pleased,

write

all

the details-including

your phone number—to:

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

FINALLY, if your problem is not resolved, write:

Major Appliance Consumer Action Panel 20 North

Chicago, Illinois 60606

Wacker

Setice

people who

still

Drive

If you received a damaged air conditioner . . .

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

Save time and money. Before you request service . . .

Check the Problem Solver on page 6. It lists causes of minor operating problems that you can correct yourself.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Electrical

Safety—IMPORTmT...pleaSe

Read Carefully.

For personal safety, this appliance must be properly grounded.

The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a (grounding) plug which mates with a standard three-prong (grounding) wall outlet (Fig. 1) to minimize the

possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance.

PREFERRED ,

METHOD

+_.:

Fig.

Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded.

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

DO NOT, UNDER

C~CUMSTNC~,

OR (GROUND) PRONG

1 /~

~MOm nE ~W

POWER CORD.

three~prong

INSURE PROPER GROUND EXISTS BEFORE USE

CUT

~OM

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Use of adapter plug

(W-volt

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions,

we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug. still elect to use an adapter, where

ld CONNE~ION

properly grounded two-prong wall outlet by use of a (Fig. 2) available at most local

hardware stores.

The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the polarity in the connection of the power cord.

~~ON:

ground terminal to wall outlet cover screw does not ground appliance unless cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and wall outlet is grounded should have circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure

the outlet is properly grounded.

units)

Howe~er,

codes permit, a

TEMPORARY METHOD

(ADAPTER PLUGS NOT

PERM,,T,,INCANADA) -

wdl

outlet to provide proper

Attaching an adapter

tiugh

TEMPOWY

maybe made to a

UL listed adapter

house wiring. You

if you

Use of

e*nsion

cords

not recommended

Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you

sti

elect to use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a

listed 3-wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes (minimum) and

120 volts.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter,

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

Should the adapter ground

te*

appliance until a proper ground has again been established.

b~k,

always

USE the

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Operati~

Your&r Conditioner

THERMOSTAT

COOLER b

Controk

SELECTOR

Selector Switch

OFF

turns air conditioner off.

HI FAN

operation without cooling.

LO FAN

operation without cooling.

HI COOL

high fan speed operation. LO

low fan speed operation.

provides high fan speed

provides low fan speed

provides cooling with

COOL

provides cooling with

,+—0,

‘H ● ’

Temperature Control

When you turn the Temperature

Control to the desired setting, the thermostat will the temperature of the indoor air.

The higher the number selected, the

cooler the indoor air will be.

automaticdl~ control

For normal

Set Selector Switch at HI COOL.

2. Set Temperature Control at desired number is a good starting position). If room temperature is not satisfactory reasonable time, set the Temperature Control at a higher number for a cooler room or at a lower number for a warmer room.

For mafimum

Set Selector Switch at HI COOL.

2. Set Temperature Control at 8.

cooli~

(usudy

cooli~

the midpoint

aftera

For quieter operation

Set Selector Switch at LO COOL.

2. Set Temperature Control at desired number.

When the Temperature Control is

set on 7 or 8 and the Fan is set on low speed, moisture may freeze on the coils and prevent the unit from cooling. If this happens, set the Fan at high speed and set the Temperature Control to a lower number.

For air circulation and

filteriW

Set the Selector Switch at LO FAN

or HI FAN.

without

cooliW

Moisture removal

Themoisturethatyour air conditioner

removes from of the cabinet where it is picked up by a fan and dispersed against the condenser. Occasiondy, more likely during start-up, a “pinging” noise

may be heard. This is normal for a short time in less humid areas and

longer in very humid areas. This

method

the operational efficiency of your

air conditioner. Note: Before moving your air

conditioner to another location, turn it off and wait 5 or 10 minutes. This will allow the condensate to drain from the coil into the base pan. Then, keeping a firm grip on the air conditioner, carefully raise the window and tilt the air conditioner to the outside to drain the water from the base pan.

theairdrains

ofmoistureremovd improves

to the rear

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Care and

Cleati~

Air direction

Air direction on the indoor side is through the front grille and out the top. Air flow out the top should not be obstructed by curtains or drapes.

ROOMSIDE VIEW

Air direction on the outdoor side is through the rear grille and out through the top and side louvers.

USER

M~TENWCE

INSTRUCTIONS

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

Grilles & Cabinet

Wipe grilles with a clean cloth lightly dampened with mild liquid

dishwashing

cabinet with mild soap or detergent and lukewarm water.

detergent. Wash

Condenser Coils

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

Air Filter

The foam air filter behind the inlet grille should be washed at least every 30 days or as often as it needs cleaning.

Remove the inlet the tab at the top of the grille, pulling out and lifting grille out.

grille by grasping

P1ace

the grille on a flat surface and remove the filter. Wash the filter in hot, soapy water, just as you would a sponge. Squeeze dry.

To reinstall the filter, place it on pins located on the back side of the grille.

To replace the grille, place the two tabs at the bottom of the grille into slots on the case and push the grille forward.

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Ene~y-savi~

Keep the air filter clean. (See

instructions on page 5.)

●

Don’t let the room get too hot. Whenever possible, turn the unit on before the room heats up. When heat is “stored up” in walls, furniture, rugs and draperies, your air conditioner takes longer to produce the desired comfort condition.

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

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

Don’t let drapes or furniture block the front of the unit and restrict air flow when it is operating.

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

●

Keep the outdoor condenser coil

clean. (See page 5.)

● Turn the air conditioner off

before vacations or extended absences from home.

tips

Questions?

-~~

Use This Problem Solver

PROBLEM

AIR CONDITIONER DOES NOT OPERATE

AIR CONDITIONER

“DOES

AS IT SHOULD”

OPERATING SOUNDS

WATER OUTSIDE

COOL

DMPPING

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

●

Not plugged in. Plug may have been bumped

loose by vacuum cleaner or furniture.

. If plugged in, fuse could have blown or circuit

breaker may have tripped.

●

Curtain, blinds or furniture blocking the front

of the air conditioner will restrict air flow.

●

Temperature Control may not be set high enough. Turn knob to a higher number. Highest setting should provide maximum cooling.

. Air filter dirty, should be cleaned at least every 30 days. See instructions on page 5.

●

Room may have been very hot when air conditioner was first turned on. Allow time for it to cool down.

●

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

● Thermostat click, a metallic sound, maybe

heard when compressor cycles on and off. This is normal.

. Fan runs continuously when Selector Switch

is in COOL or FAN position. This is normal.

●

Excess water may overflow in excessively hot and humid weather. This is normal.

●

WATER INSIDE

WATER IN BASE PAN (ON OUTDOOR SIDE)

If you

DMPPING

need more help.. call, toll free:

Air conditioner must be installed level or tilted slightly to the outside for proper water

disposd.

●

This is normal for a short period in areas with little humidity; normal for a longer period in very humid areas. Moisture removed from indoor air drains to rear of cabinet, where it is picked up by a fan and thrown against the outdoor condenser coil.

GE Answer Center”

800.6262000 consumer information service

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WINDOW

REQUIREMEN~

Read these instructions completely and

arefully.

IMPORTANT—Observe all governing codes and ordinances.

INSTALLER—Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.

CONSUMER—Keep these instructions for future reference.

ELECTRICAL

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:

. THIS

GROUNDED. See page 3.

● DO

N~,

CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD

REQUIREMEN~

APPLWCEMUST

UNDER ANY

BE PROPERLY

C~CUMSTANCES,

GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD.

● WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO

NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN ADAPTER PLUG

WTH

THIS

APPLNCE.

. DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG ON THE

POWER CORD OF THIS APPLIANCE.

. Standard double-hung window with actual

opening width of

●

Clear

vertical opening of 141/z” minimum from

bottom of sash to stool. . Install the air conditioner in a window where

there will be enough clearance around the cabinet to allow ample circulation of air through the unit.

221/2”

36!’

p’

221/2” to

361~ ~

141/z “

min.

For

wtndows

Note: All supporting parts should be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal.

that do not meet the above requirements, see

SPECIAL INSTALLATION section of this instruction.

● FOLLOW NATIONAL ELECTRICAL

CODES OR LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES.

● This appliance must be supplied with

60 Hz, and connected to an individual, properly grounded branch circuit, protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time-delay fuse.

● If the electric supply provided does not meet the

above

problems—consult a qualified electrician.

specifi~tions,

. Aluminum house wiring may pose special

call a licensed electrician.

115V,

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nextpage)

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installation

INSTRUCTIONS(..ntin.ed)

INSTALLATION IN WINDOW

1. Raise lower sash and remove window handle, if

there is one. Select center of area where air conditioner is to be

2. KEEPINGA FIRM GRIP ON THE AIR

CONDITIONER, opening so bottom of air conditioner frame is against stool of window. Carefully close window behind handle on air conditioner.

3. If leveling bolt does not touch stool with unit in

verti~l

and adjust bolt downward until it touches stool.

position, reach around side of air conditioner

III

loated.

arefully

place unit into window

Ill

4. Cut a 5“ piece off the foam sash-gap gasket. Tilt unit slightly to the inside and install gasket in channel directly behind opening in handle.

5. Extend sliding panels out from sides of air conditioner case against window frame. Keep panels level, fasten each to sash with single screw driven as high as possible to avoid any sag in extended panel.

N~E:

window, leveling bolt should be adjusted above bottom surface of air conditioner.

When air conditioner is removed from

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6. Insert clips into slots at bottom of channel on both the left and right side. Secure clip to window stool with screw provided.

Clamp

stool

7. Cut foam sash-gap gasket to window width

and stuff between top of lower sash and glass pane of upper sash to provide seal.

8. Install the sash bracket to secure the air conditioner and lock both sashes in place.

Screw

REMOVAL FROM WINDOW

Turn

the

power cord.

2. Remove sash-gap gasket from between windows and unscrew metal sash bracket from window.

3. Remove screws installed through top of sliding panels into lower sash and clips holding channels to stool.

4. Close curtains. KEEPING A FIRM GRIP ON AIR CONDITIONER, raise sash and carefully rock air conditioner backward and drain major portion of water in base of unit. Care should be taken in lifting unit from window to avoid spilling any remaining water.

5. Store parts for reuse along with air conditioner.

air conditioner off and disconnect

SPECIAL INSTALLATION

1. For windows from 36” to 49” in width, order

an extra wide kit,

distributor.

2. For installation in a slider window application, (16” to 48”), order kit RAK109A from your dealer or distributor.

3. To overcome storm window interference,

attach a 2 inch wide wood strip to the stool, with either nails or screws. Strip should be as wide as window opening and flush with back side of stool. Thickness of wood strip should be determined by the amount of interference.

RAK50A, from your dealer or

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Save proof of original purchase date such as your sales slip or

WHAT IS COVERED

YOUR GE ROOM AIR CONDITIONER

WARRANTY

cancelled

check to establish warranty period.

LIMITED FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY For five years from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor to

repair or replace room air conditioner that fails because of a manufacturing defect.

LIMITED TENYEAR WARRANTY For ten years from date of original

purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor to repair or replace the molded outdoor case if it fails because of a manufacturing defect.

For each of the above warranties: To avoid any charges you must take the room air conditioner to a General Electric Factory Service Center or a General Electric Customer servicer and pick it up following service. In-home service is also available, but you must pay for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.

any pati

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the

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

D.C.

Washington, 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.

In Alaska the

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ELECTRIC-

FACTORY SERVICE or

WHAT IS NOT 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:

GE Answer CenteF

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.

If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:

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

. 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.

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.

WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE

FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

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No.

49-7248

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