GE AVM14, AVM22, AVM15, AVM24, AVM18 Owner’s Manual

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Models: AVM14 AVM22
AVM15 AVM24
AVM18
Air Conditioner
Owner’s Manual
Important Safety Information
Operating Instructions
The Controls on Your Air Conditioner Care of Product
Installation Instructions
Important Electrical Safety Window Installation Through-the-Wall Installation
Helpful Information
Things That Are Normal
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If Something Goes Wrong
Before You Call For Service GE Service Numbers Warranty
GE Answer Center
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800.626.2000
GE Appliances
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Welcome
Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department.
Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you enjoy the comfort of your air conditioner. That’s important, because your new air conditioner will be part of your family for a long time.
Start Here!
Before using your air conditioner
Staple your receipt to the inside back cover of this manual.
Write down the model and serial numbers here.
on
the right side of the air discharge area and on a label near the power cord.
Model number
Serial number
Date of purchase
They are on a label
Need Help?
Help us help you
800.626.2000
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Before you call for service, there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better.
Read this manual.
instructions to help you use and maintain your air conditioner properly.
Save time and money.
section titled “If Something Goes Wrong” before calling. This sec­tion was designed to solve common problems you might encounter.
It contains
Check the
If you do need service, you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away. A list of toll-free customer service numbers is included on the inside back cover. Or call the Answer Center 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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at 800.626.2000,
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Important Safety Information

Read all safety information before using
This air conditioner must be
properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used.
Repair or replace immediately
all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged.
Extension Cord 115V
If an extension cord is required to reach the nearest wall receptacle, use only a UL-listed, 3 wire grounded, 14 gauge, 15A, 125V appliance extension cord. For models with nameplate ratings greater than 12 amperes do not use an extension cord.
Unplug your air conditioner
before making any repairs.
NOTE:
that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual.
We strongly recommend
CAUTION: DO NOT use an extension cord with
any of the 208/230-volt models.
Adapter Plug 115V
Because most 2-prong outlets are not grounded, we strongly advise against using an adapter plug. However, a temporary connection may be made where local codes permit and if the 2-prong wall out­let is properly grounded.
This is a temporary method and is for 115-volt models only. UL-listed adapters are available at most hardware stores.
When you plug the adapter in, make sure the larger prong goes into the larger slot to provide the proper polarity for the power cord.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR PROPER GROUNDING: 1 Screw the adapter to the outlet,
using the outlet cover screw.
2 Ground the outlet through the house
wiring.
When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, hold the adapter close to the outlet while pulling the plug out. If this is not done, the grounding connector is likely to break with repeated use.
If the grounding connector breaks,
DO NOT USE
until a proper ground has again been made.
the air conditioner
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The controls

Operating Instructions

SELECTOR CONTROL THERMOSTAT CONTROL
OFF
LOW
FAN
HIGH
FAN
5
4
3
6
7
8
on your air
LOW
COOL
HIGH COOL
MED
COOL
2
1
conditioner
1
1
Selector Control Thermostat Control
HIGH COOL, MED COOL
cooling with different fan speeds.
HIGH FAN
and filtering without cooling.
NOTE:
and
LOW FAN
and
LOW COOL
provide air circulation
provide
2
The thermostat control is used to maintain the room temperature. The air conditioner will cycle on and off to keep the room at the same level of comfort. The higher the number selected, the cooler the indoor air will become.
2
9
10
If you move the switch from a cool setting to OFF or to a fan setting, wait at least 3 minutes before switching back to a cool setting.
The ENERGY SAVER SWITCH must be in the normal position in order for high fan and low fan to operate.
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Cooling Descriptions
FOR NORMAL COOLING
Select thermostat at 5.
ON
MED COOL
ENERGY SAVER
with the
NORMAL
3 4
FOR MAXIMUM COOLING
Select thermostat at 10.
HIGH COOL
CLOSED
OPEN
with the
FOR QUIETER & NIGHTIME COOLING
Select thermostat at 5.
LOW COOL
with the
5
Energy Saver Vent Control Air Direction
The energy saver switch controls the fan.
ON
—the fan and compressor
cycle on and off together. This
results in wider variations of room temperature and humidity. Normally used when the room is unoccupied.
NORMAL
time, while the compressor cycles on and off.
This switch must be set at
NORMAL
high or low fan settings (on the selector control).
—the fan runs all the
in order to use the
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When the vent control is set at closed, only the air inside the room is circulated, cooled and filtered.
When set at open, some indoor air will be exhausted from the room. This will reduce the cool­ing effect.
5
Two levers on each side of the grille let you control the air direction left or right.
Fingertip pressure on the tabs adjusts the air direction up or straight ahead.
DO NOT adjust the louvers down any lower than straight out.
that is blown down will affect the thermostat, causing the air conditioner to turn off before the room is cooled.
Air
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Operating Instructions
Care & Cleaning
Grille and Case
Outdoor Coils
Air Filter
Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall out­let before cleaning.
The coils on the weather side of the air conditioner should be checked regularly. If they are clogged with dirt or soot they may be professionally steam cleaned, a service available through your GE service outlet.
The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary.
To remove:
filter and gently pull it up.
Lift the top of the
To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives.
The filter can be washed in warm soapy water. Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it.
CAUTION: DO NOT operate the air conditioner
without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance.
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Installation Instructions

Important Electrical Safety—Read Carefully
Important Notes
Electrical Requirements
Parallel
115V., 15 Amp.
Perpendicular
230/208V., 20 Amp.
Tandem
230/208V., 15 Amp.
Large Tandem
230/208V., 30 Amp.
Installer: Leave these instructions with the appliance.
Owner: Keep these instructions for future use.
For personal safety, this air conditioner must be properly grounded.
It is important to have the wall out­let and circuit checked by a quali­fied electrician if there is any doubt as to whether a proper ground exists.
The 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.
Follow national electrical codes or local codes and ordinances.
CAUTION:
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord.
Do not change the plug on the power cord of this air conditioner.
Aluminum house wiring may present special problems— consult a qualified electrician.
The 115-volt models require a 115/120-volt a.c., 60 Hz grounded outlet protected with a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.
The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the possibility of electric shock hazard. plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it is your responsibility to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet.
If the wall outlet you
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Installation Instructions
Before you begin
Parts Included
2 sliders
2 filler panels
3/8screws (6)
2 sill brackets
2 case side seals
5/8machine
screws (2)
and nuts (2)
5/8carriage
bolts (2)
and nuts (2)
1screws (6)
2 support brackets
5/8screws (3)
Foam top window gasket
Case
Upholstery
tacks (4)
Window locking bracket
Pkg. of putty
Tools Needed
8
Blade-type screwdriver
Ruler or tape measure
Hammer Knife
Level Scissors
Hex driver
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Read completely then follow step-by-step
Window Requirements
These instructions are for a
standard double-hung window. You will need to modify them for other types of windows.
The air conditioner can be
installed in a window with an opening width as narrow as 26 but only if the left- and right-hand side seals are not installed.
All supporting parts should be
secured to firm wood, masonry or metal.
The electrical outlet must be
within reach of the power cord. Do not use an extension cord.
5
8
18
263⁄4″ to 40″
3
⁄4″
Window opening dimensions are for a standard double-hung window.
min.
Storm Window Requirements
1/2higher than frame
Storm window frame
Wood
Stool
A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood to the stool.
WOOD PIECES: WIDTH: LENGTH:
2
Long enough to fit inside
the window frame.
THICKNESS:
To determine the
thickness, place a piece of wood on the stool to make it 1/2higher than the top of the storm window frame.
Attach securely with nails or screws.
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Installation Instructions

Window Installation

Remove the Air Filter and the Front Grille
Remove the Air Conditioner from the Case
1
Lift the top of the filter and gently pull it up.
1
Remove one screw from each side of the case. Keep these ground/anti-theft screws so they may be replaced at the end of the installation.
2
Remove the two screws and lift off the grille.
2
Slide the air conditioner from the case by pulling on the bottom lip of the air conditioner while holding the case.
NOTE:
Remove screws
Mark the Centerline
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1
Open the window.
2
Locate and mark the centerline on the stool.
The air conditioner is very heavy. It may require 2 or more people to remove it from the case.
Centerline
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Install the Case in the Window
To p retainer bar
Slider
Bottom tie bar
1
Place the sliders, one on each side, into the top retainer bar.
2
Carefully place the case in the window and align the center of the bottom tie bar with the cen­terline on the window stool. Do not release your grip on the case until the window is in its final position.
3
Close the window until it touches behind the top retainer bar. Do not close the window so tightly that the sliders cannot move.
4
Attach the case side seals on the outside of the case by using three 3/8screws on each side.
5
Secure the case through the case track into the window stool on each side, using two 1screws.
Attach side seals
Secure to stool
Assemble and Attach the Sill and Support Brackets
Sill bracket
Carriage bolt
Support bracket
Measure and Cut the Window Filler Panels
“X”
Window molding
Nut
1
Loosely attach the sill brackets to the support brackets with 58 long carriage bolts and nuts.
2
Find the track hole that aligns with the sill bracket on the outer edge of the window sill. Using the 5/8long machine screws and nuts attach the support brackets to the case track hole on each side.
3
Attach both sill brackets to the window sill using two 1long screws, one on each side.
4
Tighten the bolts and nuts on both sides.
1
Measure the distance “X” between the face of the window molding and the side of the case. Measure both sides of the case separately.
2
Subtract 3/16(one groove) from “X” to determine the required width you need to cut the filler panels.
Track hole
Sill
Level
When finished, use a level to make sure the case tilts to the outside 1/4minimum. This prevents water from entering the room.
3
Using a sharp knife, mark the groove until the filler panel becomes weak enough to break apart.
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Installation Instructions
Window Installation
Install the Window Filler Panels
Case
Leave a small space at the bottom of the case side seal groove.
Case
Window molding
Slide the filler panel into place.
1
Insert the cut edge of the filler panel into the case side seal groove.
2
Push the filler panel backward toward the window frame until it clears the window stool.
3
Slide the filler panel out from the air conditioner case. Make sure it contacts the window molding.
4
Use upholstery tacks to attach the filler panel to the face of the window molding through the holes provided.
5
Pull the sliders out until they contact the face of the window molding. Pull the window down tightly and lock it in place with 58screws.
Attach through the holes on each side of the window sash.
6
Attach the window locking bracket with a 58screw.
Attach
Install the Window Gasket
Replace the Air Conditioner
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1
Cut the foam top window gasket to the window width.
2
Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room.
1
Slide the air conditioner into the case and replace the front grille.
2
Install the two ground/anti-theft screws removed at the beginning of the installation.
3
Make sure the unit is plugging into the outlet.
4
Use the putty to fill in holes or air leaks.
OFF
before
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Through-the-Wall Installation

Important Notes
The case may be installed
through the wall in both existing buildings and new construction.
Side louvers in the case must pro-
ject on the outdoor side of the wall for proper venting of the air conditioner.
Tools Needed
Phillips head screwdriver
The room side of the case must
project into the room at least 1 from the finished wall. See illus­tration in the Finish the Wall Opening section.
The case must be installed level
from side to side and with a 1/4 minimum tilt from front to rear.
Tin snips Drill
1
⁄2″
Materials Needed (obtain locally)
Prepare the Wall Opening
Bottom rail
Measure height from the top of the case to the bottom of the rail. Measure the width of the case. Add 1/8to each measurement.
Blade-type screwdriver
Magnetic stud finder (optional)
Concrete saw (if installing
through a masonry wall)
12 #10 wood screws, 1long
1 tube high grade caulking
compound
Wooden framing studs
1
Determine the size of the opening by adding 1/8to the height and width of the case.
2
Choose the wall opening loca­tion. Be sure a power outlet is (or will be) installed nearby.
3
Make the opening. Frame it to support the weight of the air conditioner.
Handsaw Hammer
Level Caulking gun
Chisel Tape measure
Lintel, if required, to support
bricks or blocks above opening
Flashing, aluminum or galva-
nized steel
4
Place metal flashing over the bottom of the frame opening and 1up on each side to reduce the possibility of moisture enter­ing the area between the inner and outer wall. The flashing lip should be 1wide and bent down 45°. See the illustration on the next page.
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Installation Instructions
Through-the-Wall Installation
Remove the Air Conditioner from the Case
Install the Case in the Wall
Finish the Wall Opening
1
Remove the air filter and the front grille.
2
Remove the two grounding/ anti-theft screws from either side of the case.
1
Place the case in the wall opening with a 14minimum tilt to the outside.
2
Secure the bottom rail, case sides and top to the wooden frame using 1long #10 screws.
1
Caulk the sides and the top on the outdoor side of the case. On the roomside, caulk around the bottom rail to prevent moisture from getting through to the interior wall.
3
Slide the air conditioner from the case by pulling on the bottom lip of the air conditioner while holding the case.
For specific instructions, refer to Window Installation Instructions.
NOTE: Drill holes in the case sides and top, if necessary, for proper installation. If the frame is oversized, use shims to prevent cabinet distortion.
2
Install wood trim molding, if desired, on the inside wall around the case.
14
Brick veneer Lintel angle
(if required)
Caulking
Flashing
Caulking
Holes for #10 1long wood screws
Plaster line
Trim molding (if desired)
Roomside
Grounding/ anti-theft screw
Caulking (between bottom rail and flashing)
1
⁄2″
1
min.
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Support Brackets
Support brackets are recommended for walls under 5thick. Refer to the assembly of the support brack­ets in the Window Installation.
A wooden strip secured to the out­side wall should be used with the sill support brackets.
Replace the Air Conditioner
1
Slide the air conditioner into the case and replace the front grille.
2
Install the two ground/anti-theft screws removed at the beginning of the installation.
3
Make sure the unit is plugging into the outlet.
4
Use the putty to fill in holes or air leaks.
OFF
before
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Helpful Information

Things That Are Normal

Noise Explanation
You may hear a pinging noise caused by water being picked up and thrown against the condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is high. This design feature helps remove moisture and improve efficiency.
PIN
G
!
"CLICK"
D R I P
WHIR!
You may hear the thermostat click when the compressor cycles on and off.
Water will collect in the base pan during high humidity or on rainy days. The water may overflow and drip from the outdoor side of the unit.
The fan may run even when the compressor is not.
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If Something Goes Wrong

Before you call for service

Problem Possible Causes What to Do
Air Conditioner Doesn’t Start
Air Conditioner Does Not Cool as it Should
The air conditioner Make sure the air conditioner plug is is unplugged pushed completely into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit Check the house fuse/circuit breaker breaker is tripped box and replace fuse or reset the
Airflow is restricted
The thermostat control may Turn the knob to a higher number. not be set high enough The highest setting provides maximum
The air filter is dirty Clean the filter at least every 30 days.
The room may have been hot When the air conditioner is first turned on
Cold air is escaping Check for open furnace floor registers and
Make sure there are no curtains, blinds
or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner.
cooling.
See the Care and Cleaning section.
you need to allow time for the room to cool down.
cold air returns.
Set the vent in the closed position.
breaker.
Air Conditioner Freezing Up
Cooling coils have iced up See freezing up below.
Ice blocks the air flow Set the selector control at high fan or high and stops the air conditioner cool with the thermostat at 1 or 2. from cooling the room
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GE Service Numbers

We’ll be there!
GE Answer Center
®
800.626.2000
In-Home Repair Service
800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737)
Whatever your question about any GE major appliance, GE Answer Center available to help. Your call—and your question—will be answered promptly and courteously.
A GE consumer service professional will provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s conve­nient for you. Many GE Consumer Service company-operated loca­tions offer you service today or tomorrow, or at your convenience (7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).
® information service is
And you can call any time. GE Answer Center 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Our factory-trained technicians know your appliance inside and out—so most repairs can be han­dled in just one visit.
® service is open
For Customers With Special Needs
800.626.2000
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Upon request, GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances, and a brochure to assist in planning a barrier-free kitchen for persons with limited mobility. To obtain these items, free of charge, call 800.626.2000.
Consumers with impaired hearing or speech who have access to a TDD or a conventional teletype­writer may call 800-TDD-GEAC (800-833-4322) to request informa­tion or service.
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Service Contracts
800-626-2224
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires. warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a multiple-year contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.
Purchase a GE contract while your
Parts and Accessories
800-626-2002
Further Service
Individuals qualified to service their
own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home. The GE parts system provides access to over 47,000 parts…and all GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted. VISA, MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted.
We’re proud of our service and want you to be pleased. If for some reason you are not happy with the service you receive, here are three steps to follow for further help.
First,
contact the people who ser­viced your appliance. Explain why you are not pleased. In most cases, this will solve the problem.
Care and cleaning instructions con­tained in this manual cover proce­dures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service person­nel. Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation.
Finally,
not resolved, write: Major Appliance Consumer
Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago, IL 60606
if your problem is still
Next,
if you are still not pleased, write all the details—including your phone number—to:
Manager, Consumer Relations GE Appliances, Appliance Park Louisville, KY 40225
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AIR
CONDITIONER

WARRANTY

Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase date is needed to obtain service under warranty.
What is Covered
What is Not Covered
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
For one year from date of original pur­chase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any conditioner that fails because of facturing defect.
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY
For five years from the date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and service labor in your home to repair or replace any part of the sealed refrig- erating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) that fails because of a manufacturing defect.
Service trips to your home to teach
you how to use the product.
Read your Owner’s Manual. If you then have any questions about product, please contact our Consumer Affairs office at the address below, or call, toll free:
GE Answer Center
800.626.2000
consumer information service
Improper installation. If you have an installation problem, or
if the air conditioner is of improper cooling capacity for the intended use, contact your dealer or installer. You responsible for providing adequate trical connecting facilities.
part of the room air
a manu-
operating the
your dealer or
®
are
elec-
********************************** This warranty is extended to the origi-
nal purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for use in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty is the same except that it is LIMITED because you must pay to ship the prod­uct to the service shop or for the service technician’s travel costs to your home.
All warranty service will be provided by our Factory Service Centers or by our authorized Customer Care during normal working hours.
Should your appliance need service, during warranty period or beyond, call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).
Replacement of house fuses or reset-
of circuit breakers.
ting
In commercial locations labor neces-
sary to move the unit to a location where it is accessible for service by an individual technician.
Failure of the product resulting from
modifications to the product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance.
Failure due to corrosion on models not
corrosion-protected.
Damage to product caused by improp­er power supply voltage, accident, floods or acts of God.
servicers
®
fire,
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know what your legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225
Part No. 23-11-2009N-001 Pub. No. 49-7334
9-95 CG
Printed in the United States
AVM14 AVM22 AVM15 AVM24 AVM18
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