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USING THE 

AIR CONDITIONER

Using the Air Conditioner

Remote Control

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To ensure proper operation, aim the remote control at the 
signal receiver on the air conditioner.

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The remote control signal has a range of up to 20 feet.

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Make sure nothing is between the air conditioner and the 
remote control that could block the signal.

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Make sure batteries are fresh and installed correctly as 
indicated on the remote control.

Do Not Operate in Freezing Outdoor Conditions

This cool-only air conditioner was not designed for freezing 
outdoor conditions.

 It must not be used when the outdoor temperature is below 
freezing (32°F).

Cool Mode

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Low, Med, High 

or 

Speed

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Temperature Increase 

+

 Decrease 

-

 pads to set the desired temperature between 64°F and 

86°F in 1°F increments. 

An electronic thermostat is used to maintain the room 
temperature. The compressor will cycle on and off 
to keep the room at the set level of comfort. Set the 
thermostat at a lower number and the indoor air will 
become cooler. Set the thermostat at a higher number 
and the indoor air will become warmer.

NOTE:

 If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on 

while set to a 

Cool 

setting or if turned from a fan setting 

to a

 Cool

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the compressor to start and cooling to begin.

Cooling Descriptions

For Normal Cooling—

Select the 

Cool 

mode and  

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 with a middle set temperature.

Eco Mode

Controls the fan.

ON—

The fan will cycle on and off with the compressor. 

This may result in wider variations of room temperature 
and humidity. 

NOTE

: the fan may continue to run 

for a short time or may pulse intermittently after the 
compressor cycles off to sample the room air.

OFF—

The fan runs all the time, while the compressor 

cycles on and off.

Fan Only Mode

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to provide air circulation and filtering without cooling. 
Since fan-only settings do not provide cooling, a Set 
temperature cannot be entered. The room temperature 
will appear in the display.

Auto Fan Mode

Set to 

Auto 

for the fan speed to automatically set to the 

speed needed to provide optimum comfort settings with 
the set temperature.

If the room needs more cooling, the fan speed will 
automatically increase. If the room needs less cooling, 
the fan speed will automatically decrease. 

Control Panel Lights On/Off Feature

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feature where its lights will turn off when there is no 
activity with the controls for over one minute. To wake 
up the controls, press any pad on the controls and the 
lights will come on to show the previous settings.

To turn this feature off, press and hold the 

SLEEP

 pad, 

on the unit, for 5 seconds. The unit will beep to signal 
the successful toggle of the feature on and off.

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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Page 18: ...H ZKLOH RXU warranty is still in effect You can purchase it on line anytime GE Appliances Services will still be there after your ZDUUDQW H SLUHV Q WKH 86 GEAppliances com extended warranty or call 80...

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