GE AEE12 User's Manual
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1. of the installer Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty Phillips head screwdriver You MUST use all supplied parts and use proper installation procedures as described in these instructions when installing this air conditioner Adjustable wrench Flat blade screwdriver ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS p Pencil Ruler or tape measure 60 Hz grounded outlet protected with a p 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker r Or The 3 prong grounding plug minimizes the possibility of electric shock hazard If the wall Scissors or knife outlet you plan to use is only a 2 prong outlet it is your responsibility to have it replaced with a properly grounded gt prong wall guier Power cord includes a current interrupter Some models require 230 208 volt a c _ device A test and reset button is provided on GS protected with a time delay fuse or circuit the plug case The device should be tested ona breaker These models should be installed periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button on their own single branch circuit for and then the RESET button If the TEST button best performance and to prevent does not trip or if the RESET button will not stay Ss overloading house or apartment wiring engaged discontinue use of the air conditioner O Some models require a 115 120 volt a c circuits which could cause a possible and contact a qualified service technician fire hazard from overheating2. Room 1O0ners It Air Cond ge com Safety Instructions 2 3 Operating Instructions 4 5 Care and Cleaning PT PUNCT ack big eae gan cae dh aaa Grille and Case 5 Outdoor Coils eses evan cee cea Installation Instructions Through the Wall Installation Optional 12 Window Installation 7 11 Troubleshooting Tips 13 14 Consumer Support Consumer Support 5 540 005 16 Warranty sase 8 te ee a ae 15 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial Find these numbers on a label on the side of the air conditioner Owner s Manual and Installation Instructions AEEOS AEEI2 49 7569 03 07 JR Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Y S S S S S amp 2 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Vis Sf SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PA ef ON A WARNING or personal injury Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle Replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged A damaged power supply cor
3. legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 15 suoyonysuy Ajajes suoyonysuy Guyesadg A 2 q Q 3 A S Q S 77 sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns saunsuo Consumer Support GE Appliances Website ge com Have a question or need assistance with your appliance Try the GE Appliances Website 24 hours a day any day of the year For greater convenience and faster service you can now download Owner s Manuals order parts or even schedule service on line Schedule Service ge com Expert GE repair service is only one step away from your door Get on line and schedule your service at your convenience 24 hours any day of the year Or call 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 during normal business hours Real Life Design Studio ge com GE supports the Universal Design concept products services and environments that can be used by people of all ages sizes and capabilities We recognize the need to design for a wide range of physical and mental abilities and impairments For details of GE s Universal Design applications including kitchen design ideas for people with disabilities check out our Website today For the hearing impaired please call 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 Extended Warranties ge com Purchase a GE extended warranty and learn about special discounts that are available while yo
4. or if the air conditioner protected is of improper cooling capacity for the intended use contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical connecting facilities Damage to the product caused by improper power supply voltage accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible Failure of the product resulting from modifications to defects with this air conditioner the product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance Damage caused after delivery In commercial locations labor necessary to move the unit to a location where it is accessible for service by an individual technician EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty Any implied warranties including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your
5. ACAUTION Do not install this air WINDOW AND INSTALL THE conditioner in a window if the bolts do FOAM TOP WINDOW GASKET not contact the window sill Atxch dhe wmdow locking brackets one on each side with Type C screws Cut the foam top window gasket to the Long side window width f sill oT coi Stuff the foam between the glass OUTSIDE and the window to prevent air E Adjust the bolt and the nut in each and insects from support so that the case is installed with getting into the a slight tilt to the outside Use a level no room more than 1 2 bubble will be the correct case slant to the outside Window Installation Instructions 9 INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER A IN THE CASE Slide the air conditioner into the case by the base pan Do not push on the controls styrofoam air discharge housing or the finned coils Make sure the air conditioner is firmly seated Do not press on these areas damage to the unit may result Base Pan Replace the 2 screws removed earlier one on each side of the case C Reattach the ground wire to the unit using the ground wire screw 11 9 INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER D IN THE CASE CONT Attach the front grille to the case by inserting the tabs on the grille into t
6. before switching back to a cool setting Cooling Descriptions For Normal Cooling Select Hi Cool or Low Cool with the temp control at midpoint For Maximum Cooling Select Hi Cool with the temp control turned clockwise as far as possible For Quieter amp Nighttime Cooling Select Low Cool with the temp control at midpoint Heating Descriptions For Normal Heating Select Hi Heat or Low Heat with the temp control at midpoint For Maximum Heating Select Hi Heat with the temp control turned counterclockwise as far as possible For Quieter amp Nighttime Heating Select Low Heat with the temp control at midpoint ge com Additional important information Air Direction Use the lever to adjust the air direction left and right only suoyanysuy ajes Fingertip pressure on the horizontal louvers adjusts the air direction up or down Care and cleaning of the air conditioner Grille and Case suononysuy Guyesadg Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug To clean use water and a mild detergent from the wall outlet before cleaning Do not use bleach or abrasives Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary To remove Push on one side of the filter edge and pull it out the other side Clean the filter with warm soapy water Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing
7. blows it against the outdoor condenser coil Operating Instructions S S S S Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14 What To Do e This is normal e For proper water disposal make sure the air conditioner slants slightly from the case front to the rear e This is normal for a short period in areas with little humidity normal for a longer period in very humid areas GE Air Conditioner Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Staple your receipt here or an authorized Customer Care technician To schedule service Proof of the original purchase on line 24 hours a day visit us at ge com or call 800 GE CARES date is needed to obtain service 800 432 2737 Have serial number and model number available under the warranty when calling for service For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any part of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this limited one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and related original purchase service to replace the defective part What Is Not Covered Service trips to your home to teach you how to Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit use the product breakers Improper installation delivery or maintenance If you Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosion have an installation problem
8. make arrangements to install a receptacle Place the case in the wall opening and place wood support strips between the case bottom and the flashing on both sides of the bottom rail They should be the same height as the bottom rail and the same length as the wall opening 7 IMPORTANT cont D Secure with 14 wood screws anchored at least an inch into the wall support structure NOTE Drill pilot holes if necessary for proper installation If the frame is oversized use shims to prevent case distortion 2 FINISH THE WALL OPENING A Caulk all four sides on the outdoor side of the case to prevent moisture from getting through to the interior wall Use of flashing drip rail will further prevent water from dripping inside the wall and down the outside of the building x _ Plaster line Trim molding lt if desired OUTSIDE INSIDE Air louvers top and sides must project on the outdoor side of the wall Bottom rail Wood filler and caulking above and below the flashing Case Flashing bottom Drip rail Flashing Bip all Wood support strips Place the air conditioner into the case For specific instruction refer to the Window Installation Instructions Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service Problem Air conditioner does not start Air conditioner freezing
9. up Air conditioner does not cool as it should Air conditioner does not warm as it should Possible Causes The air conditioner is unplugged ge com What To Do e Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely into the outlet The fuse is blown circuit breaker is tripped e Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the breaker Power failure e The unit will automatically re start in the settings last used after the power is restored e There is a protective time delay approximately 3 minutes to prevent tripping of the compressor overload For this reason the unit may not start normal cooling or heating for 3 minutes after it is turned back on The current interrupter device is tripped Ice blocks the air flow and stops the air conditioner from cooling the room Airflow is restricted e Press the RESET button located on the power cord plug e If the RESET button will not stay engaged discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service technician e Set the mode control at Fan Only or Hi Cool with the temp control at a warmer setting e Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner The temp control may not be set correctly e Turn the temperature knob clockwise as far as possible The air filter is dirty e Clean the filter at least every 30 days See the Operating Instructio
10. wires Window Installation Instructions PARTS INCLUDED appearance may vary Foam top window gasket Left accordion panel a S Case bottom seal RSS thin adhesive backed Type A 6 Type B 7 Type C 6 F a Sill support 2 Nut 2 Bolt 2 Top mounting rail Right accordion panel Window locking Type D 3 bracket 2 lt gt Storm window frame Window Installation Instructions 11 WINDOW REQUIREMENTS eo instructions are for a standard Ee E le window You will need to A ify them for other types of windows supporting parts must b e secu sn wood masonry or metal i e The electrical outlet m iti ust b i reach of the power cord eee aa i 27 to 36 With accordion panels 2 STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS P A Sy te will not allow the er to tilt toward th l and will keep it from draini e outside To adjust for thi raining properly s a to the stool ttach a piece of wood WOOD PIECES WIDTH 2 LENGTH Lon it insi Sari ae enough to fit inside the Neo nee To determine the thickness see a piece of wood on the stool to y e it 1 2 higher than the top of the orm window frame or the vinyl frame Attach securel i i y with nails or sc provided by the installer Gi 1 2 higher than vinyl frame on some windows 1 2 higher eae than storm window frame Vinyl frame 3 REMOVE THE AIR CON FROM THE CASE eee A Remove
11. and sav e the 2 screws f lower sides of the front grille panes FRONT C Bled the lower corners of the grille while a ing in on the case sides with your ger tips Pull out to release and lift it up NOTE Do not pull the bottom ed ee you more than 3 or you zd amage the tabs of the grille i FRONT D Remove the scr ew from each side case Keep them in a safe Pea oe LIM TTT eT iin ninaiiii TT oT inn TT Eee ee awww EE oaa EEE TT EEE ETT An tt CC Window Installation Instructions 3 REMOVE THE A IR CONDITIONER FROM THE CASE CONT BI nied pelle a HE CASE E Remove and s ave the ground wir e screw Attach the top mounting rail ont of the case with 3 Type B a d Press firml i D a y to drive the scre j ws into th gasket and through the top oat vail nA anuo amn aoan auw TT aumum aano A puuuno TTT E Ground E wire amwona E E Slide the ai iti ide r conditioner from the a the base pan handle pie pain sal r while bracing the case Do not j or lift on the styrofoam discharge area Do not pull or saa liitin i 24 ec this ct area ET oovan nvon Tt dama ge a to the ie z mA munanman u n it m ay n result FRONT 6 INSTALL THE SIDE ACCORDIO i N PANELS 4 INSTALL THE BOTTOM A Slide the left and right accordion CASE SEAL into the top and bottom cua g hacking fomahe bottom fie Sea eee eta
12. auge 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 suononysuy Guyesadg Vis gt READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY 6 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS A 2 q Q 3 A S Q 5 a sdij Gurooysajqnosy yioddns sauinsuoy Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S S 3 S S amp Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support About the controls on the air conditioner Features and appearance will vary 5 6 Vi 7 ALN A N Wf Warmer Cooler TEMP CONTROL Controls O 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 Off Hi Hi Heat Cool Low Low Heat Cool Fan Only MODE CONTROL Mode Control Hi Cool and Low Cool provide cooling with different fan speeds Hi Heat and Low Heat provide heating with different fan speeds Fan Only setting provides 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
13. d must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the manufacturer and not repaired Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire electric shock If the receptacle does not match the plug the receptacle must be changed out bya qualified electrician Turn the unit 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 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 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 MY UW IU CUNNELT ELECT 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 DO NOT use an adapter plug with this appliance 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 appl
14. he slots on the front top of the case Push the grille in Secure the front grille to the case by replacing the 2 screws removed earlier Press on the top of the grille to help with side screw installation G Connect power Through the Wall Installation Instructions Optional The case may be installed through the wall in both existing and new construction Read completely then follow step by step NOTE Obtain all materials locally for mounting the air conditioner through the wall 0 IMPORTANT Through the wall installation is not appropriate if any of the side or top louvers in the case will be obstructed by the wall All side and top louvers in the case must project on the outdoor side of the wall The room side of the case must project into the room far enough to maximize the balance of the unit The case must be installed level from side to side and with a slight tilt from front to rear Use a level no more than a 1 2 bubble will be the correct case slant to the outside Lintel angle is required to support bricks or blocks above opening Flashing is required and should extend the length of the opening to ensure no inside cavity leakage occurs Remove the air conditioner from the case For specific instruction refer to the Window Installation Instructions Make certain that a wall receptacle is available close to the hole location or
15. iance 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 Flectrical Requirements section for specific electrical connection requirements ge com N T A WARNING gt eal EXTENSION CORDS 115 Volt models only S Because of potential safety hazards under certain z conditions we strongly recommend against the A CA UTI ON S use of an extension cord DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the 230 208 volt models However if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 14 g
16. it Do not clean the filter in a dishwasher A CA U TI ON DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance A 2 D Q 3 A S Q 5 a 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 sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuoy Installation Air Conditioner Instructions BEFORE YOU BEGIN ACAUTION Do not under any circumstances cut or Read these instructions completely and carefully remove the third ground prong from the e IMPORTANT save these power Tore instructions for local inspector s use Do not change the plug on the power cord of this air conditioner IMPORTANT Observe all Aluminum house wiring may present special governing codes and ordinances problems consult a qualified electrician Note to Installer Be sure to leave these Do not install this air conditioner in a instructions with the Consumer window if the bolts do not contact the Note to Consumer Keep these window sill See the Window Installation instructions for future reference Instructions in this manual Skill level Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills Completion time Approximately 1 hour TOOLS YOU WILL NEED We recommend that two people install this product Proper installation is the responsibility
17. ns section The room may have been hot e When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to allow time for the room to cool down Cold air is escaping e Check for open furnace floor registers and cold air returns Set the air conditioner s vent to the closed position Cooling coils have iced up Airflow is restricted e See Air conditioner freezing up above e Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner The temp control may not be set low enough e Turn the knob counterclockwise as far as possible The lowest setting provides maximum warming The air filter is dirty e Clean the filter at least every 30 days See the Operating Instructions section The room may have been cold e When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to allow time for the room to warm up Warm air is escaping e Check for open furnace floor registers and cold air returns 13 suo n nysuj ajes suononysuy bunesado 2 2 q Q 3 A S S a sdij Gurooysajqnosy pioddns sauinsuoy 2 Before you call for service Q Q Troubleshooting Tips a D B Problem Possible Causes Water drips outside Excessively hot and humid weather Water drips indoors The air conditioner is not tilted to the outside Water collects in Moisture is removed from base pan indoor air and drains into rear of a cabinet where a fan
18. to the case on each side ars seal and attach it along the 4 om of the case in front of the ottom mounting rail Top mounting rail LMM TT NN Hiiile7 lll TTT uawa oona uwo ona uwo oana amvaa ona TT LET TT TT aN Accordion EE TT TT ST TEST TT TST pa n el CE EES a Bottom mounting rail Bottom case seal ie s Bottom mounting rail Window Installation Instructions INSTALL THE CASE IN THE INSTALL THE CASE IN THE WINDOW WINDOW CONT A Open the window and mark the centerline F Secure the case to the window stool by of the window stool using 3 Type D screws Carefully place the case on the window stool and align the center mark on the bottom front with the centerline of the stool C Pull the window down behind the top mounting rail G Pull the accordion panels to each window sash track Attach them on each side to the window sash and the window stool using 4 Type C screws NOTE Do not shut the window so tightly that movement of the accordion panels is restricted D Select the position that will place the sill supports near the outermost point on the sill Place the short side of the sill supports on the case bottom toward the window Attach the sill supports to the case track hole in relation to the selected position using 2 Type B screws in each support SECURE THE CASE IN THE
19. ur warranty SY is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime or call 800 626 2224 during normal business hours GE Consumer Home Services will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories ge com Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Order on line today 24 hours every day or by phone at 800 626 2002 during normal business hours 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 Contact Us ge com KoA If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number or write to General Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Register Your Appliance ge com Register your new appliance on line at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material Printed in China
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