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Customer Service

Troubleshooting T

ips

Operating Instructions

Safety Instructions

Installation Instructions

GE & You, A Service Partnership.

Safety Information

Safety Precautions  . . . . . . . . . . . .3
How to Connect Electricity  . . . . . .3
Use of Extension Cords . . . . . . . . .4
Use of Adapter Plugs  . . . . . . . . . .4

Operating Instructions

Controls   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5, 6
Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . .6, 7

Installation Instructions

Preparing to Install the
Air Conditioner  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Window Installation  . . . . . . . .9–13

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You 
Call For Service  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Normal Operating Sounds  . . . . .14

Customer Service

Product Registration  . . . . . . .17, 18
Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Service Telephone 
Numbers  . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

FOR YOUR RECORDS

Write the model and serial numbers here:

#

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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.

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. 

READ THIS MANUAL

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. 

2

IMPORTANT!

Fill out the Consumer Product Registration Card.

Two easy ways to register your appliance!

Through the internet at www.geappliances.com

Complete and mail the enclosed Product Registration Card

Summary of Contents for AG_05 - 5

Page 1: ...GE Appliances Room Air Conditioners Pub No 49 7389 JR 10 99 AG_05 5 200 BTU models AG_06 6 000 BTU models Owner s Manual Installation Instructions www geappliances com 3828A30036N...

Page 2: ...ginal purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner properly Just a little preventive care on you...

Page 3: ...in the vicinity of this or any other appliance SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Do not under any circums...

Page 4: ...ary 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 larg...

Page 5: ...ED COOL with the temp control at midpoint For Maximum Cooling Select HI COOL with the temp control at the highest number available on your knob For Quieter Nighttime Cooling Select LO COOL with the te...

Page 6: ...About the controls on the air conditioner Additional controls and important information Outdoor Coils The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner should be checked regularly If they are clog...

Page 7: ...crew beneath the bottom knob Press in on the lower left side of the case and pull the grille forward Gently press inward on the right side of the case and pull the lower right side of the grille forwa...

Page 8: ...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 CAUTION Do not under any...

Page 9: ...ions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 9 Window Installation Instructions Parts Included Air conditioner Window sash seal Type A 2 Type B 4 Type C 9 Window locking bracket Foam top window...

Page 10: ...ening dimensions to the right All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood masonry or metal The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord Do not use an extension cord Window openin...

Page 11: ...window sash Insert the sliding panels into the guides of the air conditioner and attach them to the case with 8 type C screws 4 on each side Use type C screws B A Install the Support Bracket Open the...

Page 12: ...ding panels to fill the window opening and use 4 type B screws to secure them 2 on each side C B A 5 12 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation In...

Page 13: ...ket and the Locking Bracket 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 Seal any air leaks...

Page 14: ...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 HI FAN or H...

Page 15: ...15 Notes Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions...

Page 16: ...afety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installati...

Page 17: ...tection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more...

Page 18: ...ensure that your product is registered or register online at www geappliances com 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Cut here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have th...

Page 19: ...er or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical connecting facilities Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the product or due to unreasonable use including fail...

Page 20: ...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 sen...

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