www.GEAppliances.com Air Conditioners Room Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . .2, 3 Operating Instructions . . . . . . .4, 5 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . .6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Window Installation . . . . . . . .8­12 Owner's Manual and Installation Instructions AGE14 AGE18 AGE21 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . .13­15 Normal Operating Sounds . . . . .15 Consumer Support Consumer Support . . . .Back Cover Product Registration . . . . . . .17, 18 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # __________________________ Serial # __________________________ Find these numbers on a label on the side of the air conditioner. 3828A20514N 49-7508-1 03-05 JR Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS s Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner's Manual. s This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. s Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the power cord. Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle. s Replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end. s Turn the mode control to OFF and unplug your air conditioner before making any repairs or cleaning. NOTE: We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual. s For your safety...do not store or use combustible materials, gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. s All air conditioners contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old product with refrigerants, check with the company handling disposal about what to do. Installation Instructions Operating Instructions HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY 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. The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3-prong (grounding) plug which mates with a standard 3-prong (grounding) wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance. 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. 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. Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. The air conditioner should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires. See the Installation Instructions, Electrical Requirements section for specific electrical connection requirements. Consumer Support 2 Troubleshooting Tips Safety Instructions www.GEAppliances.com WARNING! USE OF EXTENSION CORDS­115-Volt models only Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you must use an extension cord, it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL-listed, 14 gauge, 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 125 volts. CAUTION: DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the 230/208 volt models. Operating Instructions USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS­115-Volt models only Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug. However, if you must use an adapter, where local codes permit, a temporary connection may be made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by use of a UL-listed adapter available at most local hardware stores. 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. When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter in place with one hand while pulling the power cord plug with the other hand. If this is not done, the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use. If the adapter ground terminal breaks, DO NOT USE the air conditioner until a proper ground has been established. Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal, and not insulated, and the wall outlet is grounded through the house wiring. You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Consumer Support 3 Safety Instructions About the controls on the air conditioner. Features and appearance will vary. RM ER C O OL WA ER LOW COOL Operating Instructions TEMP CONTROL MODE CONTROL Controls Temp Control The temp control is used to maintain the room temperature. The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room at the same level of comfort. Turn the knob clockwise to COOLER (blue) and the indoor air will become cooler. Turn the knob counterclockwise to WARMER (red) and the indoor air will become warmer. Installation Instructions Mode Control HIGH COOL and LOW COOL provide cooling with different fan speeds. HIGH HEAT and LOW HEAT provide heating with different fan speeds. FAN settings provide air circulation and filtering without cooling or heating. NOTE: If you move the mode control from a cool setting to OFF, a fan setting, or a heat setting wait at least 3 minutes before switching back to a cool setting. Troubleshooting Tips Cooling Descriptions For Normal Cooling--Select HIGH COOL or LOW COOL with the temp control at midpoint. For Maximum Cooling--Select HIGH COOL with the temp control turned clockwise as far as possible. For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling--Select LOW COOL with the temp control at midpoint. Heating Descriptions Consumer Support For Normal Heating--Select HIGH HEAT or LOW HEAT with the temp control at midpoint. For Maximum Heating--Select HIGH HEAT with the temp control turned counterclockwise as far as possible. For Quieter & Nighttime Heating--Select LOW HEAT with the temp control at midpoint. 4 Safety Instructions www.GEAppliances.com Additional controls and important information. Vent Control The vent control is located above the control knobs. When set at CLOSE, only the air inside the room will be circulated and conditioned. When set at OPEN, some inside air is exhausted outside. To open the vent, pull the lever toward you. To close it, push it in. Operating Instructions Air Direction--Side-to-Side CIRCULAIRE (on some models) For fixed side-to-side air direction, set the Circulaire switch to ON until the desired air direction is obtained, then move it to OFF. For continuous side-to-side air circulation (cool settings only), set the Circulaire switch to ON. Installation Instructions Air Direction--Up and Down Fingertip pressure on the bank of horizontal louvers adjusts the air direction up or down. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 5 Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the air conditioner. Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning. To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. Outdoor Coils The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner should be checked regularly. If they are clogged with dirt or soot they may be professionally cleaned. Operating Instructions Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary. Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it. DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance. To remove (on some models): To remove (on some models): Installation Instructions CAUTION: 1 2 Open the inlet grille upward by pulling out the bottom of the inlet grille. Using the tab, pull up slightly on the filter to release it and pull it down. 1 2 Open the inlet grille downward by pulling out the top of the inlet grille. Using the tab, push down slightly on the filter to release it and pull it up. Consumer Support 6 Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN Read these instructions completely and carefully. · · · · · · · · · Air Conditioner Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.com 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. IMPORTANT IMPORTANT -- Save these instructions for local inspector's use. -- Observe all 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. TOOLS YOU WILL NEED Phillips head screwdriver Flat-blade screwdriver ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Pencil Ruler or tape measure Some 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. 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., protected with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker. These models should be installed on their own single branch circuit for best performance and to prevent overloading house or apartment wiring circuits, which could cause a possible fire hazard from overheating wires. Level Scissors or knife 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. 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. 7 Installation Instructions PARTS INCLUDED (Appearance may vary) Window sash seal Left accordion panel Top mounting rail Top mounting rail seal strip Foam top window gasket Frame guide (2) Right accordion panel Sill bracket (2) Window locking bracket Support bracket (2) Type A (14) Type B (7) Type C (5) Type D (2) Carriage Bolt (2) Lock Nut (4) 8 Installation Instructions 1 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 without the accordion panels if needed to fit in a narrow window. See the window opening dimensions. · All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal. · The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord. 2 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 stool. 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 stool to make it 1/2 higher than the top of the storm window frame. Attach securely with nails or screws provided by the installer. Wood 1/2 higher than frame Storm window frame 18 min. Stool 29 to 41 (With accordion panels) 261/4 min. (Without accordion panels) 9 Installat ...