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● Keep the air filter clean.
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Keep furnace floor registers and cold air returns
closed. Cold air can easily escape through them.
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For most efficient cooling, keep the Ventilation
Control in the CLOSED position except when you
want to exhaust air, smoke or odors from the room.
Don’t let drapes or
block the front of the
unit and restrict air flow when it is operating.
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Don’t let the room get too hot.
possible,
heat
It’s best to operate your air conditioner at high
speed during extremely hot weather.
turn the unit on before the room heats up.
is “stored up” in walls, furniture,
your air conditioner takes longer to produce the
desired comfort condition.
and draperies,
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Keep the outdoor coil clean.
the air conditioner off before vacations or
extended absences from home.
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Keep windows and doors closed. Cool, dry air
escapes when they’re open.
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CONTROLS
CLOSED
OPEN
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VENTILATION
SELECTOR
THERMOSTAT
Selector
Control
Control
OFF turns air conditioner off.
FAN
speed operation without cooling.
FAN permits medium fan
speed operation without cooling.
When you turn the Thermostat
Control to the desired setting, the
thermostat will automatically
control the temperature of the
indoor air. The higher the number
selected, the cooler the indoor air
will be.
When you move the Ventilation
to CLOSED, the vent door
is closed and only the air inside the
room will be circulated and
conditioned. Moving the control to
OPEN opens the vent door,
allowing a small amount of indoor
air to be exhausted from the room.
FAN
high fan
speed operation without cooling.
However, cooling effectiveness is
reduced when this control is set at
OPEN, so we suggest you don’t
Switch
in
LOW COOL permits cooling with
low fan speed operation.
keep it there
in
hot, humid weather.
COOL permits cooling with
medium fan speed operation.
HIGH COOL permits cooling
with high fan speed operation.
Saver Stitch
The Energy Saver Switch controls the fan operation. When it’s in the
position, fan will circulate air continuously. When it’s
NORMAL
SAVE
in the SAVE position, the fan will automatically cycle on and off with the
compressor.
ENERGY
Freezing up
If you notice that your air conditioner is not cooling as it should, it may be
that ice has formed on the cooling coils. The ice blocks air flow and stops
Outside air
temperature
dropping
the unit from cooling the room. This
up” is a temporary condition
that most often occurs at night when the Thermostat is set at a higher
number and the Selector is set on LOW COOL.
To correct the condition, set the Selector at HIGH FAN or HIGH COOL
and move the
to the warmest setting.
For Normal
For Maximum
1. Set the Selector Switch at
3. Set the Energy Saver Switch at
position for continuous
1. Set the Selector Switch at
HIGH COOL.
HIGH COOL.
fan operation or at SAVE position
to automatically cycle the fan on
and off with the compressor.
2. Set the
desired number
Control at the
2.
the
to 10.
Control
5-7 is a
good
position). If room
3. Set the Ventilation Control
at CLOSED.
temperature is not satisfactory
after a reasonable time, set
Control at a higher
4. Set the Ventilation Control
at CLOSED except for brief
periods when you want to
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch
at the
position.
number for a cooler room or at a
lower number for a warmer room.
exhaust room air to the outside.
For Quieter Operation
1. Set the Selector Switch at LOW COOL position.
3. Set the Ventilation Control at CLOSED.
2.
the
Control to the desired number.
Control is set on 9 or 10
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch at the
position.
When the
the Fan is set on low speed, moisture may freeze on
the coils and prevent the unit from cooling. If this
When the Energy Saver Switch is at the SAVE
position, changes in the sound level maybe more
happens, set the
at high speed and set the
noticeable than when it’s at
position.
Control to a lower number.
For
Operation
For Extreme
During the cooler evening hours, we recommend that
For greatest economy and best performance, we
suggest you set the Selector Switch at HIGH COOL
in extremely hot weather.
you set
Switch at LOW COOL for very
quiet operation and the
Control at mid-range
at CLOSED and the
or SAVE position.
(5 or 6). Set the Ventilation
Energy Saver Switch at NO
To Adjust Air Direction
Up and
Side to side
OFF
ON
Some models have a Circulaire Switch. For fixed
side-to-side air direction, slide the Circulaire Switch
to ON until the air is
want, then move it to OFF.
in the direction
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Separate
are controlled by fingertip pressure on the louvers.
regulate air upward, downward or
straight out.
of up-and-down air direction louvers
For continuous side-to-side air circulation, set the
Circulaire Switch to ON and leave it there.
For models without the Circulaire feature, adjust the
side-to-side air direction by using the levers on both
sides of the louvers. Pull the lever outward as you
move it side to side.
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Maintenance
& Cabinet
off
remove
plug from the
outlet
coil on the outdoor side of the unit should be
checked periodically and cleaned if clogged with dirt
or soot from the atmosphere. If extremely soiled, it
may need to be steam cleaned, a service available
through your GE service outlet.
Wipe the front grille with a clean cloth lightly
dampened with mild liquid detergent.
Wash the cabinet with mild soap or detergent and
lukewarm water.
Air
Vacuum the filter on the dusty
side to remove light dust. Wash
the filter, cleaner side up, under
gently flowing water to wash out
accumulated dust and lint. If the
filter is very dirty, use a mild
household detergent in the wash
air filter behind the
should be washed at least every 30
days or as often as it needs cleaning.
grille
water.
the filter dry thoroughly
before replacing it.
NOTE: If the air conditioner is
high through a wall, you
can pull the lower part of the inlet
grille toward you and pull the filter
down and out.
To remove the filter, grasp the
upper part of the inlet grille and
pull toward you.
filter up and out.
pull the
Frame Removal
The grille frame can be removed
for more thorough cleaning or
to make the model and rating
information easier to read.
To remove
1. Grasp the upper part of the
inlet grille and pull it away
from the frame. Do the same to
the lower part of the inlet grille.
Then pull the grille straight out
and off the frame.
Remove and save
two
To
the
hex screws and the
large tabs on the grille with the slots
two side retaining screws that
hold the frame to the chassis.
on the frame and push
until the grille snaps into pi=.
on
3.
the frame.
Use a magnetic-tipped screwdriver
to attach the frame with the four
screws removed in step 2.
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OWNER: Keep these instructions for future use.
Electrical
Please Read Carefully
HOW
The
branch circuit
models require their own single
protected
FOR PERSONAL
THIS APPLIANCE
with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker. This is
recommended for best performance and to prevent
house wiring circuits, which could cause a
possible fire hazard from overheating wires.
REQUIREMENT
models require a
outlet protected with a
The
60
time delay
The power cord on these models has a
perpendicular, tandem or large tandem-type plug that
fuse or circuit breaker.
The power cord on these models has a
(grounding) plug that mates with a standard
mates respectively with a
perpendicular,
tandem or large tandem-type wall outlet. These types
of outlets are available at most hardware stores.
(grounding) wall outlet (Fig.
minimize the possibility
of electric shock hazard from these appliances.
Where a standard
prong wall outlet is
encountered, it is your
personal responsibility
and obligation to have it
replaced with a properly
grounded
PREFERRED
METHOD
INSURE PROPER
GROUND EXISTS
BEFORE USE
Fig.
wall outlet.
Whether your air conditioner is a 11
or a 230/
wall
electrician if there
is any doubt as to whether a proper ground
it is important to have
and
checked by a
USE
Because of potential safety
hazards under certain conditions,
we strongly recommend
against use of an adapter plug.
However, if you still elect to use
an adapter, where local codes
permit, a temporary connection
may be made to a properly
The larger slot in the adapter must
be aligned with the larger slot in
the wall outlet to provide proper
polarity in the connection of the
power cord.
Should the adapter ground
terminal
DO NOT USE the
appliance until a proper ground
has again been established.
Attaching the adapter
ground terminal to wall outlet
cover screw does not ground the
appliance unless cover screw is
metal, and not insulated, and wall
outlet is grounded through house
wiring. You should have the circuit
checked by a qualified electrician
to make sure the outlet is properly
grounded.
USE OF
Because of potential safety
grounded
wall outlet
hazards under certain renditions,
by use of a
adapter
we
the use of an
However, if you still elect to use
an cord, it is
necessary that it be a
grounding type appliance
cord and that the current
carrying rating of the cord in
recommend
(Fig. 2) available at most local
hardware stores.
cord.
IN
When disconnecting the power
cord from the adapter, always
hold the adapter with one hand. If
this is not done, the adapter
amperes be equal to or greater than
the branch circuit size shown on the
rating nameplate of the appliance.
ground terminal is very
break with repeated use.
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Window Sash Seal
Foam
Gasket
Top Rail
I
Frame
Assembly
(right)
Screw
Filler
Panel
Side
Rail to Unit
Type C Screws ,
and Locknuts
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Type F
Type D
Type E
Type C
Type
Type B
o
Window
suppor
Sill Angle Bracket
Type D Bolt
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Standard
window with actual
window installation
screwdriver
opening width and minimum vertical opening.
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From bottom of sash to stool as follows
(depending on your model):
● Adjustable wrench or
● Pencil
● Rule or tape measure
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Sharp knife or razor blade
All the tools above
(except knife or razor blade) plus
Magnetic stud finder (optional)
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Handsaw
● Level
Caulking gun
Tin snips (optional)
Hammer
NOTE: All supporting parts should be secured
to firm wood, masonry or metal.
Chisel
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Concrete saw
(if installing through a masonry wail)
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2.
AND SIDE
A l/2’’ clearance below the window
stool is required.
If the storm window frame does not allow this
clearance, attach a 1
or
strip of wood
along the entire length of the window opening,
flush with the back side of the stool, or remove
the storm window for the air conditioning season.
1. Attach foam gasket to top rail as shown.
Sash
2. Install top rail and side retainers to cabinet
as shown, using 10 Type F screws.
Storm Window Frame
or Other
REMOVE WE
Remove the side retaining screws from
either side of the case.
Slide chassis from cabinet by holding with left
hand while pulling on handle at bottom front of
unit. Be careful of sharp edges on the coil fins.
your unit has corrugated packing material inside
the cabinet it must be removed. Do not remove
the foam pads inside the cabinet Foam blocks on or
around the compressor are to be removed. See note
attached to compressor for which blocks to remove.
NOTE: Handle is NOT intended for lifting the
unit. It is only for sliding the chassis out of the
cabinet for cleaning or maintenance.
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3. ASSEMBLE WINDOWFILLER
3. Shift cabinet left or right as needed to line up
center of cabinet on center line marked on stool.
Place cabinet on floor, bench or table.
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Plastic
Frame
2. Slide the “1- section of the window filler panel
into the panel retainer on the side of the
cabinet as shown above. Do both sides.
Fasten cabinet to window stool with 2 Type B
screws. (You may want to drill pilot holes.)
5.
3. Insert top and bottom legs of the window filler
panel frame into the channel in the top support
angle and bottom rail. Do both sides.
C Screws and
(2 required for each support bracket)
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Plastic
Frame
Air Condition
Linking
Screw
Hole
0
Sill
LEFT
WindowFiller
Panel
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(1 required for each support bracket)
Hold each support
bracket flush
against outside of
sill and tight to
bottom of cabinet
as shown. Mark
4. Insert two Type A screws into holes in the top
leg of the filler panel frame. Do not
should slide easily.
brackets at top
level of sill and remove them.
2. Assemble sill angle brackets to support
brackets at positions previously marked, as
shown. Hand tighten only—some adjustment
may be required later.
4. LOCATE
Open window and mark center
2. Place cabinet in window with bottom stool
angle firmly seated over window stool as
shown. Bring window down temporarily
behind top rail to hold cabinet in place.
3. Install
brackets, with sill angle
brackets attached, to cabinet as shown.
4. Tighten all 6 bolts and screws securely.
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6.
8. SLIDE
Carefully raise window to expose filler panel
locking screws. Loosen screws (Type A) so
panels slide easily.
Be sure handle at bottom of unit is up. Then lift
chassis and carefully slide it into cabinet. Do not
push on controls or finned coils. Make sure
chassis is firmly seated toward rear of cabinet.
9.
DIAL
AND KNOBS.
2. Extend panels to fill window opening
completely and tighten locking screws on top.
3. Close window behind top rail.
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AND SASH SEAL.
If dial plate has a protective film, peel the film off
carefully. Do not scratch the surface of the plate.
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Remove inlet grille (see Care and
Cleaning section).
2. Attach grille frame to unit
(see page 13, step 6).
Trim sash seal to fit window width and
into space between upper and lower sashes.
3. Reinstall inlet grille (see Care and
Cleaning section).
2. Attach right angle safety lock with Type B
screw as shown.
3.
seal on
rail flush
with front edge of rail and in contact with
side seals.
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The cabinet may be installed through the wail in
both existing buildings and new construction.
2.
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Remove chassis from cabinet.
The side louvers must project on the outdoor
side of the wall.
2. With caulking compound or electrical tape,
seal 10 holes provided in cabinet for top rail
and side retainers not used in this installation.
The room side of the cabinet must project into
the room at least
the finished wall.
The cabinet must be installed level from side to
side and with a 3/8” tilt from front to rear.
3.
Place the cabinet into the wall opening with
the bottom rail resting firmly on the bottom
of the wood frame.
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2 wood screws,
● 10 #10 wood screws, 1“ long
Secure bottom rail to wood frame with two
1“ long wood screws obtained locally.
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1 tube high grade caulking compound
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Lintel, if required, to support bricks or blocks
above opening.
3. Secure cabinet to wooden frame with ten # 10
1“ long screws or nails obtained locally. If frame
is oversize, use shims to eliminate distortion.
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WALL OPENING
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1. Determine size of opening. Measure width
and height of cabinet and add 1/8” to each
dimension.
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2. Choose the wall opening location. Be sure
wall receptacle is (or will be) installed nearby.
3. Make the opening. Frame it to
the
weight of the air conditioner. Add metal flashing
over bottom of frame opening and 1“ up on sides
to reduce the possibility of condensate entering
the area between the inner and outer wall.
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3.
(continued)
Be sure handle at bottom of unit is up. Then
chassis and carefully slide it into cabinet. Do not
push on controls or finned coils. Make sure
chassis is firmly seated toward rear of cabinet.
4. Caulk all four sides on the outdoor side of
cabinet to prevent moisture from getting
through to the interior wall. Use of flashing (a
piece of aluminum or galvanized steel available
at most hardware stores) will further prevent
moisture from getting into interior walls.
5.
tight seal along the bottom of the
caulk around the bottom rail. Install wood trim
molding (obtained locally) around
5.
DIAL
projection of cabinet if desired.
See page 11, step 9.
6.
1. Remove the inlet grille from the grille frame.
(See page 6.)
Type
G
Screw
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‘
Type E Screw
If
a screw in this
location, remove and discard the
screw
installing the grille frame.
2. Attach the grille frame to the unit with two
Type E Hex screws and with two
Type G side retaining screws as shown above.
Reinstall the inlet grille. (See page 6.)
Optional:
brackets maybe used.
Installation of brackets are recommended for
walls under 5“.
Refer to Step 5 of window installation for
assembly of support brackets. A wooden strip
nailed to the outside wall should be used in
conduction with the sill support angle brackets.
Wooden
strip
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FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY
This warranty is extended to
the original purchaser and any
succeeding owner for products
purchased for use in the 48
mainland states, Hawaii and
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
the room
fails because
of a manufacturing defect.
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is LIMITED because you must pay
to ship the product to the service
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travel rests to your home.
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
of the
system (the
compressor, condenser,
evaporator and all connecting
tubing) that fails because of a
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from modifications to the product or
due to unreasonable use including
failure to provide reasonable and
necessary maintenance.
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If you have an installation
● Service trips to teach you how to
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.
use the product.
Read your Use and Care material.
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please contact your dealer or our
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● Failure due to corrosion on
models not corrosion-protected.
● Damage to product caused
by improper power supply voltage,
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.
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