GE 23-11-2129N-002 Air Conditioner User Manual
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1. sommers suoponpsuy Oupedo i j sdi Aunos OL snes org i 8 p Service Window Installation Instructions 12 Install the Window Filler Panels and Locking Bracket A B Extend the filler panels to fill the window opening Secure the panels using four 5 8 long screws C Attach the window locking bracket with a 5 8 screw Fr Install the Window Gasket and Replace the Air Conditioner A Cut the foam top window gasket to the window width Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room Slide the air conditioner into the case and replace the front grille Install the two ground anti theft screws removed at the beginning of the installation _ FE Install the front grille and attach to case using the 2 screws removed previously Reinstall the air filter to the front grille Make sure the unitis OFF before inserting cord plug into the outlet Check all seals and plug any remaining air gaps 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 E Any side louvers must project on the outdoor side of the wall sommers E The room side of the case must project into the room at least 17 2 from the f2. a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance 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 LORNA QES suoponpsuy Oupedo i 2 lt d Argoon oL BONDS IM PORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ors A WARNING conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However ifyou must use an extension cord itis 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 conditions we strongly recommend against the use ofan adapter plug However ifyou must use an adapter where local codes permit a temporary connection may be made to a properly grounded 2 prong wall outlet by use ofa 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 t
3. for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service Problem Possible Causes What To Do Air conditioner The air conditioner Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed does not start is unplugged completely into the outlet The fuse is blown circuit Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and replace breaker is tripped the fuse or reset the breaker Power failure 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 Air conditioner does Airflow is restricted Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture not cool as it should blocking the front of the air conditioner The temp control may Turn the knob to a higher number The highest setting not be set high enough provides maximum cooling The air filter is dirty Clean the filter at least every 30 days See the Operating Instructions section The room may have been hot When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to allow time for the room to cool down Cold air is escaping 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 See freezing up below Air conditioner Ice blocks the air flow Set the mode control at HIGH FAN or HIGH COOL with freezing up a
4. personal injury E Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual E This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used E 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 E Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling W For your safety do not store or use on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle E Repair or 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 GT 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 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
5. your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 15 sommers suoponpsuy Oupedo 2 sdi Aunos 2N PS IAURT Service Telephone Numbers GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away 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 Next if you are still not pleased write all the det
6. 3 8 long hex head screws Filler panel YUL Wy Bottom bar 8 2 Service 10 Install the Case in the Window Al Open the window and mark the centerline on the stool Mark centerline B 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 Top retainer bar Wess Bottom tie bar Close the window until it touches behind the top retainer bar Secure the case through the case track into the window stool on each side using two 1 screws Secure to stool Assemble and Attach the Sill and Support Brackets Loosely attach the sill brackets to the support brackets with 5 8 long carriage bolts and nuts Support bracket Carriage bolt CL Nut jo Sill bracket 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 Attach both sill brackets to the window sill using a 1 long screw on each side Tighten the bolts and nuts on both sides NOTE W hen finished use a level to make sure the case tilts to the outside 1 4 minimum This prevents water from entering the room 17
7. ES conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will keep WIDTH 9 it from draining properly To adjust for this attach a 2 piece of wood to the stool LENGTH Long enough to fit inside the window Pa Wood frame f 1 2 higher THICKNESS To determine the thickness place a uate A piece of wood on the stool to make it 1 2 higher we than the top of the storm window frame Storm window Attach securely with nails or screws provided by frame the installer sommers suog Oupedo i j sdi Aunos 2N S Window Installation Instructions Remove the Air Conditioner from the Case Remove the air filter Lift the top of the filter C 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 MMMM MMMM B Remove the 2 screws and lift off the front grille Keep these screws to re attach the grille later Remove Air conditioner screw D Slide the air conditioner out of the case by grasping the rear of the evaporator cover and pulling forward while bracing the case ors NOTE The air conditioner is very heavy It may require two or more people to remove it from Remove Screws the case Attach the Filler Panels to the Case Attach filler panels to the existing holes in the case SE using eight 8 x
8. GE Appliances Room Air Conditioners AVM14 AVM22 AVMI5 AVM24 AVMIS8 AVN24 AVP24 0 9 Part No 23 11 2129N 002 Pub No 49 7374 2 CG 12 98 R g R Safety Information Safety Precautions 4 3 Use of Extension Cords 3 Use of Adapter Plugs 3 Operating Instructions CONT ONS amp skits a naain 45 Care and Cleaning 6 Installation Instructions Preparing to Install the Air Conditioner 7 Window Installation 8 12 Through the Wall 13 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service vice cece vee 14 Normal Operating Sounds 14 Customer Service WIIN yirsareisiisagariis 15 Service Telephone Numbers Back Cover Congratulations You Are Now Partof the GE gje 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 hom
9. ails including your phone number to i l 8 D i 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 Gstorrer 16 Printed in the United States
10. e GE amp You A Service Partnership W ie SS 2 IMPORTANT Pa NV Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is Q N packed with this product FOR YOUR RECORDS T Write the model and serial numbers here You can find them on a label near the air discharge area and or 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 IM PORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING Vis SL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS N r N N r A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire electric shock or
11. e 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 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 H 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
12. he power cord Vhs oa oN R g D READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING 2 USE OF EXTENSION CORDS 115 Volt models only Because of potential safety hazards under certain A CAUTION DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the 230 208 volt models g USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS 115 Volt models only LG Because of potential safety hazards under certain 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 Jz Read and follow this Safety Information carefully N SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS About the controls on the air conditioner The controls will look like one of the following Features and appearance will vary sommers MODE CONTROLS Your model will have one of the above controls Gun Sonn fal TEMP CONTROLS Your model will have one of the above contr
13. inished wall E The case must be installed level from side to side and with a 1 4 tilt from front to rear A Remove the air conditioner from the case 1 I I For specific instructions refer to the Window I i Ren 1 oS Installation Instructions oF oo B Make certain a wall receptacle is available close to the hole location or make arrangements to install a receptacle C 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 suog Oupedo D 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 i j Brick veneer Plaster line Lintel angle if required Caulking Trim molding if desired Roomside sdi Aunos Flashing drip rail i Caulking between bottom E rail and flashing Caulking TH 1 2 min 2N S 13 R i 8 D Before you call
14. lated and conditioned When set at OPEN Closed some inside air is exhausted outside Open Air Direction 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 Air that is blown down will affect the thermostat causing the air conditioner to turn off before the room is cooled Care and cleaning of the air conditioner Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug To clean use water and a mild detergent Do not from the wall outlet before cleaning 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 steam cleaned a service available through your GE service outlet R R g R 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 Lift the top of the filter and gently pull it up Senice Clean the filter with 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 Preparing to install the air conditioner Read these instructions completely and carefully l
15. nd stops the air conditioner the temp at lor 2 from cooling the room 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 Normal Operating Sounds E You may hear a pinging noise caused by water E 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 or an authorized Customer Care technician For service a All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers call 800 GE CARES For The Period Of GE Will Replace One Year Any partof 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 Servic
16. ols Controls i j Mode Controls Temp Controls HIGH COOL MED COOL and LOW COOL provide The temp control is used to maintain the cooling with different fan speeds room temperature The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room at the same level of comfort When you turn the knob to a higher number the indoor air will become The ENERGY SAVER feature provides for either cooler Turn the knob to a lower number and HIGH COOL or LOW COOL selection the indoor room will become warmer The fan will run continuously in the ENERGY SAVER mode It will change to a lower RPM speed when the compressor cycles off When the compressor cycles back on the fan speed will change back to the higher speed HIGH FAN and LOW FAN provide air circulation and filtering without cooling sly Argoon OIL NOTE If you move the mode control from a cool setting to OFF or to a fan setting wait at least 3 minutes before switching back to a cool setting Cooling Descriptions For Normal Cooling Select HIGH COOL or MED COOL with the temp control at midpoint For Maximum Cooling Select HIGH COOL with the temp control at the highest number available on your knob For Quieter amp Nighttime Cooling Select LOW COOL 5 with the temp control at midpoint snes About the controls on the air conditioner Additional controls and important information Vent Control When set at CLOSE only the air inside the room will be circu
17. stalled 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 E Pencil E Level E Hammer i j i i BONDS Safety Instructions Qoerating Instructions ors g p Service Window Installation Instructions Parts Included 2 filler panels 5 8 machine screws 2 and nuts 2 Y uD wx 2 support brackets 2 sill brackets 11111 Lh mp Othe kd dhddddddd 5 8 carriage bolts 2 and nuts 2 1 screws 4 i UD Ai Foam top ye window gasket Window locking J bracket 5 8 screws 5 3 seine TT Read completely then follow step by step Window Requirements H These instructions are for a standard double hung window You will need to modify them for other types of windows E 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 18 min E All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood masonry or metal 30 to 46 with filler panels E The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord 26 min without filler panels Window opening dimensions are for a standard double hung window Storm Window Requirements A storm window frame will not allow the air WOOD PIEC
18. t a Vil Wa Before You Begin NS NOTE TO INSTALLER Leave these instructions with CAUTION oN the air conditioner after installation is completed NOTE TO CONSUMER Keep this Owner s M anual and Installation Instructions for future use IMPORTANT NOTES 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 Follow National Electric Codes NEC and or local codes and ordinances Electrical Requirements D The 3 prong grounding plug minimizes the Some models require 115 120 volt a c 60 Hz grounded outlet protected with 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 Tools You Will Need E Hex driver or wrench E Flat blade screwdriver E Ruler or tape measure H Scissors or knife a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker 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 Some models require 230 208 volt a c protected with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker These models should be in
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