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Problem

Possible Cause

What To Do

Air conditioner does not 
start.

The unit is unplugged.

Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely 
into the outlet.

The fuse is blown/circuit breaker 
is tripped.

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the fuse or reset the breaker.

Power Failure.

The unit will automatically restart in the setting last 
used after the power is restored.

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3 minutes) to prevent tripping of the compressor 
overload.  For this reason, the unit may not start normal 
cooling for 3 minutes after it is turned back on.

The current interrupter device is 
tripped.

Press RESET button located on the power cord plug.

If the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue 
use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified 
service technician.

Air conditioner does not 
cool as it should.

Indoor airflow is restricted.

Make sure there are not curtains, blinds or furniture 
blocking the front of the air conditioner. 

The temp control may not be set 
properly.

Turn the  temperature control to a higher number.  

The air filter is dirty.

Clean the filter at least every 30 days.  See Care and 
Cleaning 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 registers and cold air returns.

Cooling coils have iced up.

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Air conditioner freezing up

Ice blocks the air flow and stops 
the air conditioner from cooling 
the room.

Set the mode control to High Fan or High Cool with the 
temperature setting as high as it can be set.

Water drips outside

Hot, humid weather.

This is normal.

Water drips inside

The air conditioner is not tilted to 
the outside.

For proper disposal, make sure the air conditioner 
slants slightly from the case front to the rear.

Water collects in base pan

Moisture removed from air and 
drain into base pan.

This is normal for a short period in areas with little 
humidity; normal for a longer period in very humid 
areas.

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Summary of Contents for AHSK24AAH1

Page 1: ...NFORMATION 3 USING THE AIR CONDITIONER Controls 4 Remote Control 5 Cool Mode 5 Energy Saver Mode 5 Air Direction 6 CARE AND CLEANING Grille and Case 6 Air Filter 6 Outdoor Coils 6 Install Batteries in...

Page 2: ...s into every GE Appliances product and we think you will too Among other things registration of your appliance ensures that we can deliver important product information and warranty details when you n...

Page 3: ...ndow Air Conditioner 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 DO...

Page 4: ...l until the set time is zero 7 Sleep Pad set by air conditioner controls only The SLEEP mode sets the unit to gradually change settings over an 8 hour period to allow for some increased energy efficie...

Page 5: ...High or Med fan with a middle set temperature For Maximum Cooling Select the Cool mode and High fan with a lower set temperature For Quieter and Nighttime Cooling Select the Cool mode and Low fan wit...

Page 6: ...filter Clean the filter with warm soapy water Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it Do not clean the filter in a dishwasher CAUTION DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter beca...

Page 7: ...ding 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...

Page 8: ...Remote Control Top Mounting Rail may be installed already Foam Seal UDFNHW Screws 6 RRG Screws 8 ODW HDG ROW DQG Lock Nut 2 A B C D DELAY MODE ON OFF SPEED TEMP TIME TEMP TIME PARTS INCLUDED Appearanc...

Page 9: ...pes of windows The air conditioner can be installed without the side curtain panels if needed to fit in a narrow window See the window opening dimensions All supporting parts must be secured to firm w...

Page 10: ...mounting rail if not already installed with four type A screws B Slide left hand curtain assembly into left end of top and bottom mounting rail Repeat for right hand curtain assembly C Fasten curtain...

Page 11: ...WKUHH W SH VFUHZV WR VHFXUH WKH FDVH WR the window sill Drill pilot holes if necessary Bottom rail Top rail Window sash SILL About RRG 6FUHZV RRG Screws 6 INSTALL OUTER CASE IN WINDOW D Thread nut ont...

Page 12: ...pe C screw to secure the window in place A B A Top of lower window sash B Foam seal 9LQ O Wood 8 RETURN CHASSIS TO THE OUTER CASE A Once the case is securely attached to the window reinstall the air c...

Page 13: ...e there are not curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner The temp control may not be set properly Turn the temperature control to a higher number The air filter is dirty...

Page 14: ...RSHUO LQVHUWHG This plug may be removed during operation to minimize water in the back of the unit however removing it will lower the efficiency of your unit NOTE Do not drill hole in the base pan Bas...

Page 15: ...s been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interfere...

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