GE AVE22 Air Conditioner User Manual
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1. Power failure Airflow is restricted The temp control may not be set high enough The air filter is dirty The room may have been hot Cold air is escaping Cooling coils have iced up Ice blocks the air flow and stops the air conditioner from cooling the room Normal Operating Sounds E 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 E You may hear the thermostat click when the compressor cycles on and off 14 Save time and money Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service What To Do Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely into the outlet Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the breaker If power failure occurs turn the mode control to OFF When power is restored wait 3 minutes to restart the air conditioner to prevent tripping of the compressor overload Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner Turn the knob to a higher number The highest setting provides maximum cooling e Clean the filter at least every 30 days See the Operating Instructions section When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to allow time for the room to cool down Check for open furnace fl2. Service Partnership IMPORTANT I D Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is packed with this product FOR YOUR RECORDS D Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on a label on the side of the air conditioner Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your air conditioner IF YOU NEED SERVICE You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all 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 in the back section Or you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING AWARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire electric shock or personal injury vil SUORILESU AJQeES lt SAFETY PRECAUTIONS P N Use this appliance only for its intended E Turn the mode contr
3. Window side seals locking 2 filler panels bracket 3 8 screws 6 5 8 machine screws 2 5 8 carriage bolts 2 1 6 5 8 3 Upholstery and nuts 2 and nuts 2 ECNE on acres tacks 4 1 3211141411 Troutleshooting Tips W 1 JE l al Senice Preparing to install the air conditioner Read these instructions completely and carefully Py Jz Before You Begin D NOTE TO INSTALLER Leave these instructions with CAUTION the air conditioner after installation is completed A Do not under any circumstances cut or NOTE TO CONSUMER Keep this Owner s M anual remove the third ground prong from the and Installation Instructions for future use power cord SUOROTLISU ages Do not change the plug on the power cord PEUR FAI ne of this air conditioner For personal safety this air conditioner must be l T properly grounded Aluminum house wiring may present special problems consult a qualified It is important to have the wall outlet and circuit electrician checked by a qualified electrician if there is any doubt as to whether a proper ground exists Follow National Electric Codes NEC and or local codes and ordinances Electrical Requirements These models require 230 208 volt a c G 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 cir
4. attach a piece of wood to the stool 1 2 higher J than frame A Storm window ve frame A Wood 18 min 26 to 40 with filler panels 263 min without filler panels Window opening dimensions are for a Standard double hung window 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 spe hoes suopon ASU Oupedo 7 d sly GUROOLSS GN IL oOONES Window Installation Instructions Remove the Air Conditioner from the Case Al Remove the air filter Lift the top of the filter a Remove one screw from each side of the case and gently pull it up Keep these ground anti theft screws so they may be replaced at the end of the installation Case Evaporator cover lines Grasp front flange and pull forward UUU UUA Ll rrr pre Pitre w D Slide the air conditioner from the case by grasping front flange of the evaporator cover and pulling forward while bracing the case Remove the 2 screws and lift off the grille ff l T Remove o ida Keep these screws to reattach the grille later screw Air conditioner j m WT HTT IT ih AUT kHH oli MT HTT p Ors NOTE The air condition
5. GE Appliances Room Air Conditioners Owner s Manual amp Installation Instructions AVE15 AVEIS AVEZZ 0 OG Part No 23 11 2130N 001 Pub No 49 7375 CG 11 98 Instruct eshooting Tips Installation F Senice Safety Information Safety Precautions nnana 3 Operating Instructions CONUS s2 4shianresearecs 4 5 Care and Cleaning 005 6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Air Conditioner oaao 7 Window Installation 8 12 Through the Wall aana 13 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service wo cece eae 14 Normal Operating Sounds 14 Customer Service WW OHIO EE ei cameras 15 Service Telephone Numbers 005 Back Cover Congratulations You Are Now Part of the GE Family Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s 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 use your air conditioner That s important because your new air conditioner will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home GE amp You A
6. cuits which could cause a possible fire hazard from overheating wires SUORIN Ou perO j Tools You Will Need E Hex driver or wrench E Pencil E Flat blade screwdriver E Level W Ruler or tape measure E Hammer W Scissors or knife sly GUROOLSS GN IL 2NS Window Installation Instructions Parts Included pa 2 support brackets Safety Instructions 2 sill brackets _ Foam top window gasket 2 sliders a N N N N N N N N N N N N Ors 2case Window side seals locking 2 filler panels bracket 3 8 screws 6 5 8 machine screws 2 5 8 carriage ag 2 1 screws 4 5 8 screws 3 Upholstery and nuts 2 and nuts 2 tacks 4 Y I IT lt 3211144111 Trouileshooting Tips Installation Senice Read completely then follow step by step Window Requirements E These instructions are for a standard double hung window You will need to modify them for other types of windows W The air conditioner can be installed without the filler panels if needed to fit in a narrow window See the window opening dimensions to the right W All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood masonry or metal W The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord Storm Window Requirements 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
7. due to corrosion on models not corrosion or if the air conditioner is of improper cooling capacity protected for the intended use contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical connecting facilities E Damage to the product caused by improper power supply voltage accident fire floods or acts of God E Incidental or consequential damage to personal property E Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the caused by possible defects with this air conditioner product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance E In commercial locations labor necessary to move the unit to a location where it is accessible for service by an individual technician 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 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 SUOHRAILASU Aui sSsLOQRMNLUYSUJ j sdi AUora SONS IAU Service Telephone Nu
8. er is very heavy It may require two or more people to remove it from the case a Fife gy Install the Case in the Window Al Open the window and mark the centerline Close the window until it touches behind the on the stool top retainer bar Do not close the window so poene tightly that the sliders cannot move Attach the case side seals on the outside of the M ark centerline case by using three 3 8 screws on each side A B Place the sliders one on each side into the top A retainer bar Attach Is lt side sea l LA Top retainer bar Kes lt Secure to stool l eshooting Tips Tr IN Slider Il F Secure the case through the case track into the window stool on each side using two 1 screws Bottom tie bar 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 10 Assemble and Attach the Sill and Support Brackets Al Loosely attach the sill brackets to the support brackets with 5 8 long carriage bolts and nuts Carriage Support bracket bolt N A SA Nut _ Me Sill bracket fo Find the track hole that aligns with the sill bracket on the outer edge of the window sill Using the 5 8 long machine screws and nuts attach the support brackets to the case track hole on each side Meas
9. k it in place with 5 8 screws Lo Attach Case eee Window molding Ors Slide the filler panel into place Attach through the holes on each side of the window sash G Attach the window locking bracket with oA a 5 8 screw a Fife gy Install the Window Gasket and Replace the Air Conditioner eshooting Tips Al Cut the foam top window gasket to the window B Slide the air conditioner into the case and width Stuff the foam between the glass and the replace the front grille Install the two window to prevent air and insects from getting ground anti theft screws removed at the into the room beginning of the installation A IC Make sure the unit is OFF before inserting cord plug into the outlet Tr Senice D Check all seals and plug any remaining air gaps 12 with a suitable weatherproof caulk Through the Wall Installation The case may be installed through the wall in both existing and new construction Read completely then follow step by step IM PORTANT WE Any side louvers must project on the outdoor side of the wall spe hoes WE The room side of the case must project into the room at least 1 2 from the finished wall WE The case must be installed level from side to side and with a 1 4 tilt from front to rear Remove the air conditioner from the case For specific instructions refer to the Window Installation Instructions Make certain a wall recep
10. l outlet Y Read and follow this Safety Information carefully YSN SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ON with a 3 prong grounding plug which mates prevents overloading house wiring circuits with a standard 3 prong grounding wall which could cause a fire hazard from f outlet to minimize the possibility of electric overheated wires i shock hazard from this appliance See the Installation Instructions Electrical Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a Requirements section for specific electrical qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is connection requirements properly grounded Where a 2 prong wall outlet is encountered A CAUTION 2NS About the controls on the air conditioner Features and appearance may vary Oris MODE CONTROL TEMP CONTROL Controls M ode Control Temp Control HIGH COOL and LOW COOL provide cooling The temp control is used to maintain the with different fan speeds room temperature The compressor will cycle HIGH HEAT and LOW HEAT provide heating on and off to keep the room at the same level of comfort with different fan speeds In the Cooling mode the higher number selected the cooler the indoor room will become FAN ONLY provides air circulation and filtering without cooling or heating NOTE If you move the mode contro from a cool setting to OFF or to a fan setting wait at least 3 minutes before Switching back to a cool setting In the Heating mode the lo
11. mbers Special Needs Service 800 626 2000 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 GE offers free of charge a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility Service Contracts 800 626 2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted 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 Service Satisfaction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE First contact the people who serviced your appliance g D Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Customer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 ce Finally if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Gi stoner 16 Printed in the United States
12. ol to OFF and unplug N purpose as described in this Owner s your air conditioner before making any Manual repairs or cleaning W This air conditioner must be properly NOTE We strongly recommend that any installed in accordance with the Installation servicing be performed by a qualified Instructions before it is used individual WE Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling W For your safety do not store or use on the power cord Always grip plug firmly combustible materials gasoline or other and pull straight out from the receptacle flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity E Repair or replace immediately all electric of this or any other appliance 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 SUDO LAS ef HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not under any circumstances cut or remove The air conditioner should always be the third ground prong from the power cord For plugged into its own individual electrical personal safety this appliance must be properly outlet which has a voltage rating that matches grounded the rating plate 7 j The power cord of this appliance is equipped This provides the best performance and also it is your personal responsibility and obligation D NOT use an extension cord with any of to have it replaced with a properly grounded the 230 208 volt models 3 prong wal
13. oor registers and cold air returns Set the air conditioner s vent to the closed position See freezing up below Set the mode control at HIGH FAN or HIGH COOL with the temp at lor 2 WE 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 E The fan may run even when the compressor is not Air Conditioner Warranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers Ce or an authorized Customer Care technician For service call 800 GE CARES 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 full one year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor original purchase and in home service to replace the defective part Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating system the compressor condenser evaporator From the date of the and all connecting tubing which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship original purchase During this five year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part What GE Will Not Cover E Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the E Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit product breakers E Improper installation If you have an installation problem W Failure
14. tacle is available close to the hole location or make arrangements to install a receptacle Determine the size of wall opening by adding 1 8 to the height and width of the case Measure height from the top of the case to the bottom of the rail SUORIN Bune RAD DI Place the case in the wall opening and secure the bottom rail case sides and top with 12 1 long 10 wood screws NOTE Drill pilot holes if necessary for proper installation If the frame is oversized use shims to prevent case distortion Finish the Wall Opening 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 j Brick veneer Plaster line Lintel angle if required Caulking Trim molding if desired O Holes for y 10 1 long Roomside n wood O E E screws Flashing drip rail il il Caulking between bottom rail and flashing Caulking Ly min OONES 13 Instructions Installation ing Tips Toul Senice Before you call for service Problem Air conditioner does not start Air conditioner does not cool as it should Air conditioner freezing up Troubleshooting Tips Possible Causes The air conditioner is unplugged The fuse is blown circuit breaker is tripped
15. ure and Cut the Window Filler Panels Measure the distance X between the face of the window molding and the side of the case Measure both sides of the case separately i gt ree Window molding Subtract 3 16 one groove from X to determine the required width you need to cut the filler panels Attach both sill brackets to the window sill using two 1 long screws on each side DI Tighten the bolts and nuts on both sides NOTE When finished use a level to make sure the case tilts to the outside 1 4 minimum This prevents water from entering the room Using a sharp knife mark the groove until the filler panel becomes weak enough to break apart 11 spe hoes suononupsuy Guge co j li OUgooysoRm OIL 2N S Window Installation Instructions Install the Window Filler Panels and Locking Bracket Al Insert the cut edge of the filler panel into the DI Use upholstery tacks to attach the filler panel case side seal groove to the face of the window molding through the holes provided Case Leave a small space at the bottom of the case side seal groove BI Push the filler panel backward toward the window frame until it clears the window stool E Pull the sliders out until they contact the LE ce of the window molding C Slide the filler panel out from the air conditioner case Make sure it contacts the F window molding Pull the window down tightly and loc
16. wer the number selected the warmer the indoor room will become Cooling Descriptions For Normal Cooling Select HIGH or LOW COOL with the temp control at 5 For Maximum Cooling Select HIGH COOL with the temp control at 10 For Quieter amp Nighttime Cooling Select LOW COOL with the temp control at 5 D li 3 g D Heating Descriptions For Normal Heating Select HIGH or LOW HEAT with the temp control at 5 For Maximum Heating Select HIGH HEAT with the temp control at 1 For Quieter amp Nighttime Heating Select LOW HEAT 4 with the temp control at 5 Senice Additional controls and important information Vent Control 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 spe hoes Aui Air Direction Two levers on each side of the grille let you control the air direction left or right sogan Fingertip pressure on the tabs adjusts the air direction up or straight ahead Do not adjust the louvers down any lower than straight out Air that is blown down will affect the thermostat causing the air conditioner to turn off before the room is cooled a 7 j l OUROS OIL 2N S Window Installation Instructions Parts Included a 2 Support brackets Safety Instructions 2 sill brackets Foam top window gasket 2 sliders EE OLLU jen 2case
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