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Care and Cleating

USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS

Turn 

 conditioner off 

remove plug from wall outlet
before cleaning.

Grille & Cabinet

Wipe front grille with   

 cloth

lightly dampened with mild 

 detergent. Wash

cabinet with mild soap or detergent

 lukewarm water.

Outdoor Coil

This 

 

 the outdoor side

 the unit 

 be checked

periodically and cleaned if
clogged with dirt or soot from
the atmosphere.   extremely
soiled, it may need to be steam
cleaned,   service available
through your GE service outlet,

Front Grille

Remove the front 

   the

window sill prevents removal 
the air filter or if you need to read
the model and serial numbers.

To remove the grille:

Step 1: Remove and save the screw
that 

 the grille to the chassis.

Step 2: Press inward on the lower
right side of the cabinet until the
tab is clear 

 the slot and allow the

grille to come toward you slightly.

Step 3: Repeat this process 

 the

lower left side.

 

 pull 

 

 

 

 

 than 3 

 

 

 the 

 2 

 

 

 

Step 4: Grasp the grille’s lower
right and left corner and carefully
lift straight upward to disengage the
2 top tabs from their slots in the

cabinet front edge.

CABINET

 

To attach the grille:

The grille is attached on the front

 the cabinet by four tabs and a

screw.

Step 1: Lower the 2 top tabs of the

 into the 

 in the cabinet

top.

Step 2: Carefully push the sides of
the grille over the cabinet sides
until the side tabs lock into the
slots.

 

 strike 

 hit the

 

 

   

 

 will

Step 3: Replace the screw that
holds the 

 to the chassis.

Air Filter

The air 

 behind the inlet grille

should be washed   least every 

days or as often as it needs cleaning.

To remove the filter, 

 the tab

on the filter and pull downward. 
the window sill blocks access to the
air 

 you must first remove the

front grille.

Vacuum the 

 on the dusty side

to remove light dust. Wash the
filter, cleaner side up, under 
flowing water to wash out

accumulated dust 

 lint. If the

filter is very dirty, use a mild
household detergent in the wash
water. Let the 

 dry thoroughly

before replacing it.

When replacing the filter, be sure
the word FRONT is facing you as
you slide the filter back into place.

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Summary of Contents for AME06

Page 1: ...r Coil 6 Consumer Services 15 Control Settings 4 5 Electrical Requirements 3 EnerW Saver Stitch 5 EnerW Saving Tips 7 Extension Cords 3 Freezing Up 4 Grounding 3 Installation Instructions 8 14 Model and Serial Numbers 2 6 Problem Solver 7 Safety Instructions 2 User Maintenance Instructions 6 Warranty Back Cover GE Answer Centerm 800 626 2000 Models AME06 AME08 GE Appliances ...

Page 2: ...n this Use and Care Guide This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used See grounding instructions Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly and pull straight out from the receptacle Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged D...

Page 3: ...lt a c protected with a Because of potential safety hazards time delay fuse or circuit breaker This is recommended for best performance and to prevent overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a possible fire hazard from overheating wires The power cord on these models has a 230 208 volt perpendicular tandem or large tandem type plug under certain conditions we strongly recommend against...

Page 4: ...g up is a temporary condition that most often occurs at night when the Thermostat is set at a higher number and the Selector is set on LO COOL To correct the condition set the Selector at HI FAN or HI COOL and move the Thermostat to the warmest setting 4 TIMER o HOUR MANUAL Timer Control When you turn the Timer Control to the MANUAL setting the air conditioner starts immediately and operates conti...

Page 5: ...the Energy Saver Switch at NORM position for continuous fan operation or at SAVE position to automatically cycle the fan on and off with the compressor 4 Set the Ventilation Control at CLOSE except for brief periods when you want to exhaust room air to the outside For maximum cooling 1 Set the Selector Switch at HIGH COOL 2 Turn the Thermostat Control to 10 3 Set the Ventilation Control at CLOSE 4...

Page 6: ...le mu OC C UK Step 4 Grasp the grille s lower right and left corner and carefully lift straight upward to disengage the 2 top tabs from their slots in the cabinet front edge CABINET o e To attach the grille The grille is attached on the front of the cabinet by four tabs and a screw Step 1 Lower the 2 top tabs of the grille into the slots in the cabinet top Step 2 Carefully push the sides of the gr...

Page 7: ...op or the front of the air conditioner will restrict air tlow c Thermostat Control may not be set high enough Move the knob to a higher number Highest setting should provide maximum cooling When Energy Saver Switch is set at SAVE temperature range in room will vary more Air filter dirty should be cleaned at least every 30 days Room may have been very hot when air conditioner was first turned on Al...

Page 8: ...CAL CODES OR LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES 115V 230 V1208V 230V 208V 230V 208V 15 AMP circuit 20 AMP circuit 15 AMP ctrcuit 30 AMP c rcuit parallel type perpendicular type tandem type tandem type o II o 1 If the electrical supply provided does not meet the above specifications call a licensed electrician Aluminum house wiring may pose special problems consult a qualified electrician This unit require...

Page 9: ...e screwdriver Sharp knife or razor blade Rule or tape measure Pencil Level Box wrench Type A screw Sealer 1 1 2 oz SCREWS FURNISHED see samples Type A Qty 3 Type B Qty 2 Type C T Qty 4 Type D Qty 6 t Type scre Right dow filler panel Type A screw continued next page 9 ...

Page 10: ...move ground screw and ground wire Save for reuse Ground screw Ground wire 3 Remove chassis from cabinet using the base pan as a handle PREPARE CABINED Top mounting rail Room side abine op Type D screw 1 Install top mounting rail onto top of cabinet with 3 Type D screws Ill II Type D screw o Type D screw 2 Install bottom sill channel onto cabinet by inserting notches on channel into slots located o...

Page 11: ...nting position of cabinet 3 Install cabinet into opening and center on line marked on window sill Put to you and lower window sash b rail Center line f cabinet toward lind top mounting Sealing ribbon ADHESIVE SIDE 4 Extend and secure left and right window filler panels to window sash with Type A screws one on each side 5 Secure top mounting rail with two Type B screws Ier JNSTALL SASH GASKEZ Cut f...

Page 12: ...o cabinet by reinstalling chassis locking bracket and chassis locking screw removed in Step 2 Chassis locking bracket 3 Reconnect ground wire removed in Step 2 to chassis 4 Remove enough line cord to reach the wall receptacle CHECKFOR AIR LEAKS Seal small openings around cabinet with gum type sealer provided NS LL FRONTGRILLE See Front Grille section 12 ...

Page 13: ...bove opening Flashing alum inure or galvanized steel PREPARE WALL OPENING 1 Determine size of opening Measure width and height of cabinet and add 1 8 to each dimension 2 Choose the wall opening location Be sure a power receptacle is or will be installed nearby 3 Make the opening Frame it to support the weight of the air conditioner Add metal flashing over bottom of frame opening and 1 up on sides ...

Page 14: ...a piece of aluminum or galvanized steel available at most hardware stores will further prevent moisture from getting into interior walls 5 Install wood trim molding obtained locally around roomside projection of cabinet if desired In 4 SLIDE CHASSIS INTO CABINEZ Lift the chassis and carefully slide it into cabinet Do not push on controls or finned coils Make sure chassis is firmly seated toward re...

Page 15: ...1 receive ii subslzmti Ll discount With 1 rr ul Liple ye2Lr contr ct yoL1 t e issL red of filtLlr e service at today s prices Telecommunication Detice for the Deaf Parts andAccessories 80 626 2002 Individuds qu fied to service their ow appliances c m h ve rrecdcd parts or accessories sent directly to theit home free of shipping ch irge The E p rts system provides ccess to river 47 000 parts md all...

Page 16: ... CARE SERVICE WHAT IS NOT COVERED Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product Read your Use and Care material If you then have any questions about operating the product please contact your dealer or our Consumer Affairs office at the address below or call toll free GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation If you have an installation proble...

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