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Page 1: ...nstruc_tions Through the _A all Installation pfional 16 Window Installation 7 15 Troubleshooting Tips 17 18 Normal perating Sounds 18 Consumer Support Consumer Support 24 Product Registration 21 22 Warranty 23 T AK_13 AKVI2 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial Find these numbers on a lal el on the side of the air conditioner 49 7454 11 02Jfl ...

Page 2: ...other appliance _f All air condiuoners contain reDigerants which under federal law must be remoxed prior to product disposal If you are getting rid of an old product with refligerants check with the company handling disposal about what to do HOWTOCONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord For personal safe_ this appliance must be pro...

Page 3: ...erly grounded 2 prong wall outlet by use of a UiTlisted adapter available at most local hardware stores Tile larger slot ill tile adapter must be aligned with tile larger slot ill the wall outlet to I rovide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord Whei disconnecting file power cord flora tile adaptel alwws hold tile adaptor ill place with one hand while pulling tile I ower cord I lug w...

Page 4: ...switchfroma coolsettlWto OFF orto a fansetting waitat least3 minutes before switching backtoa coolsetting CoolingDescriptions ForNormalCooling SelectHIGHCOOL or MED COOL with the temp control at midpoint ForMaximumCooling Select HIGHCOOL Mth the temp control at the highest nmnber available on w_ur knob For Quieter and Nighttime Cooling Select LOW COOLwith the temp control at midpoint 0 TempControl...

Page 5: ...order t use the tan settings on the mode c mtrol Vent Control The vent control is located on the inside of the air louxe_ at the bottom of the xent X4hen set at CLOSE only the air inside the room will be circulated and conditioned X hen set at OPEN some inside air is exhausted outside Vent control lever Toopen the venL Ventcontrol lever To close the venL Air Direction Up and Down Fingertip pressm ...

Page 6: ... a _filable through yore GE service outlet Air Filter The air filter behind the fl ont grille should be checked and cleaned at least exe_ 30 daxs or illoi e lien if necessarv Clean the filter with wam_ soapy water Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it NOTE DONOTrinse orput the filter in anautomatic dishwasher A CAUTION DONOroperetetheal conditioner without a filter becausedirt and lintw...

Page 7: ...ms consult a qualified electrician Follow National Electrical Codes NEC and or local codes and ordinances ElectricalRequirements _ Some models require 115 120 volt a c 60 Hz grounded outlet protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker The 3 prong grounding plug minimizes the _ possibili b of electric shock hazard If the wall outlet k E you plan to use is only a 2 prong outlet it is x...

Page 8: ...pport rail 2 Top mountb_g rail 4oJo 7 _ seal strip _ _ __ _V sup port 2 Topmounting rail Bottom mounting rail Window stool seal thick adhesive backed Right Accordion panel accordion clamp 2 _ panel Flat washer 4 Type A Type B 11 10 000BTU models 17 12 000BTU models 19 Type C 4 Type D 1_ Nut 4 _ Lock washer 4 Bolt 4 _ Type E 2 Window locking bracket 8 ...

Page 9: ...al i_ The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord m r I 12 000BTUmodels I D IB 18 rain 30 to 43 Withaccordion panels 26 loin Withoutaccordion panels Storm Window Requirements A strum window fl ame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will kee I it from draining i ropefly To at just fin this attach a piece of wood to the stool _ Wood 1 2 higher thanfra...

Page 10: ... screw and locking bracket fl om the lower fi ont of the unit 10 Using the tab pull up slightly on the filter to release it and pull it down to remoxe Remoxe the two grille fl ame screws rasp the lower cornex5 of the grille fl ame while I_ressing in on the case sides with your finger tips Pull out to release and lift it up NOTE Do not pull the bottom edge toward youmore than 3 or youmay damagethe ...

Page 11: ...aring rail onto the top of the case with 5 Type A screws on 10 000 BTU models or 7 TH e A screws on 12 000 BTU models _ Attach the bottom motmting rail to the bottom of the case from the inside usin 4 T pe A screws NOTE Referto the labelonthe bottommountingrail for proper orientation of the rail TypeA _ screws _I TypeA screw oType A screws for12 000 BTU modelsonly Label 11 ...

Page 12: ...4 Type A screws on each side p mountingrail Type A screws t Bottorn mounting rail Prepare the Window _ Cut the window sash seal to the window width and stick the adhesixe side to the bottom of the sash Mark the centerline of the stool Measure and mark the locations fi r the support assemblies from both sides of the centerline 10 000BTU models 10 on each side 12 000BTU models 12_A on each side Stoo...

Page 13: ...assemblies on the left and right marks on the stool Make sure that the stq port rail is against the back tff the stool and drill two l 8 pilot holes into the stool through the holes in the support rail neck Attach the sui port assemblies to the stool using 2 _ pe g screws in each assembly Type B WOOd SCreWS _ sill A just the Type E leveling bolts against the outside wall so that the assemblies hav...

Page 14: ...ertical window sashes and attach the top cornei_ with 2 Type g scre_vs Use an accoi dioil pailel clall p Oil each lower coi ileF to trap the panels Attach them to the stool using 2 _ pe B scre_vs Topmounting rail screw TypeB screw Panel clampand TypeBscrew Panelclamp and Type B screw NOTE Sealany openingsaroundthe caseor accordion panels with sealer or foamgaskets Secure the Case in the Window and...

Page 15: ...m to the fl ont grille bv ix essino_ them tooether_ tmfil the locking tabs snap into place _ Attnch the front grille fl ame to the case b inserting the tabs on the grille fl ame into the slots on the fl ont top of the case Push the grille fl ame in m_fil it snaps into place arom_d the power cord on the right side Guide flTelevers carefully flTroughflTegrille frame as youpush it in Secm e the fl on...

Page 16: ... InstallationInstructions _ Make certain a wall receptacle is axailable close to the hole location c r make arrangements to install a receptacle _ Place the case in the wall o enin and secure with 12 l hmg 10 wood screws NOTE Driftpiiothoies if necessan forproper instai ation If theframeis oversized useshims toprevent casedistortion i i i Finish the Wall Opening Caulk all fi_m sides on the outdoor...

Page 17: ...a higher numbe be set correctly The air f dter is dirty lean the filter at least eve T 30 days See the Operating Instructions section The room nay have been hot _Aq en the air conditioner ix ti st turned on you need to allow ti e t0r the oo 1o COO1 dowl Cold air is escaping Check for oi en fi rnace floor registe _ and cold air I etl S Set the air onditioner s vent to the closed position Cooling co...

Page 18: ...when the humidity is high This design feature helps relnove moistm e and improve eflidency _ You may hear the them_ostat click when the COIIII I eSSOI cycles on and off _ X4 _ter will collect in the base pan dm_ing high humidi_ or on rainy days The water may ovet h w and drip from the outdoor side ot the mfit Ji The tim may mn even when the compressor does not 18 ...

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Page 21: ...ning value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brine Plus there s no extra charge tot emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and fi od spoilage protection is otfered You can rest eas knowing that all vour valuable household products are protected against ex...

Page 22: ...new at_pliame properly Model Number Serial Number I I I I I I Important If you did not get a registration card with your product detach and return the form below to ensure that your product is registered or register online at www GEAppliances com _ _ _ I here Consumer Product Ownership Registration Model Number Serial Number Mn Ms M Mi_s Fir d I L _sl Name I I I I I I I I I Naln I I I I I I I I I ...

Page 23: ...ling capacity for the intended use contact your dealer or hlstaJler You axe responsible for providing adequate electrical com_ecthlg facilities Ji Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the product or due to tmreasonable use h_dudJng failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance Ji _ In commercial locations labor necessary to move the refit to a location where it is acces...

Page 24: ..._ and learn about special discounts that are axailable while _our warrant is still in effect You can i_urchase it on line an time or call 800 626 2224 dtwing nomml business hom_ GE _onsumer Home Serxices will still be there after your warrant expires PartsandAccessories www GEAppliances co ndividtmls qualified to set_ ice their own apl_liances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their h...

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