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Care and Cleating

USER MAINTENANCE
INSTRUCTIONS

 air conditioner off and

remove the plug from the wall
outlet before cleaning.

Grille & Cabinet

Wipe front grille with a clean cloth
lightly dampened with mild liquid

 detergent. Wash

cabinet with mild soap or detergent
and lukewarm water.

Outdoor Coil

This coil on the outdoor side

 the unit should be checked

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

Front Grille

 the front grille if the

window sill prevents removal of
the air filter.

To remove the grille:

Step 1: Remove and save the screw
that holds the grille to the chassis.

Step 2: Press inward on the lower
right side of the cabinet until the
tab is clear of the slot and allow the
grille to come toward you slightly.

Step 3: Repeat this process for the
lower left 

Do 

 

 

 bottom 

 toward

you 

 than 3 

 or 

 

 top 2 tubs 

of 

 

 

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.

To attach the grille:

Step 1: Set the air direction louvers
upward.

Step 

2: 

Grasp the grille’s upper

right and left corner and carefully
insert the VENT knob between the
lower air direction louver and the
grille frame, and engage two tabs
on the grille’s top inside edge with
two slots in the cabinet front edge.

Air Direction Louvers

Grille Frame “

FRONT VIEW

SIDE VIEW

Step 3: Press inward on the lower
right side of the metal cabinet at
the location of the slot and then
carefully push the grille in until the
tab engages with the slot.

Do not strike or 

 hit the

plastic grille or damage to the tabs

will 

Step 4: Repeat this process for the
lower left side.

Step 

5: 

Mount the grille on front

of the cabinet with the screw
attached to grille during shipping,
and slide the filter back into place.

SCREW

Air Filter

The air filter behind the inlet grille

should be washed at least every 30
days or as often as it needs cleaning.

To remove the filter, grasp the tab
on the filter and pull downward. 
the window sill blocks access to the
air filter, you must first remove the
front grille.

Vacuum the filter on the dusty side
to remove light dust. Wash the
filter, cleaner side up, under gently
flowing water to wash out
accumulated dust and lint. If the

 is very dirty, use a mild

household detergent in the wash
water. Let the filter 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.

Summary of Contents for AMV06

Page 1: ...abinet 6 Outdoor oil 6 Consumer Services 15 Control Settings 4 5 Electrical Requirements 3 Energy Saving 1 ips 7 Extension Cords 3 Freezing Up 5 Grounding 3 Installation Instructions 8 14 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Problem Solver 7 Safety Instructions 2 User Maintenance Instructions f Warranty Back over GE Answer Centera 800 626 2000 Model AW06 GE Appliances ...

Page 2: ...and Care Guide This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation hstructions 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 Do not use a ...

Page 3: ...mportant to have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician if there is any doubt as to whether a proper ground exists Use of adapter plug 115 volt models only r Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug However if you still elect to use an adapter where local codes permit a TEMPORARY CONNECTION I TEMPORARY...

Page 4: ...red setting the thermostat will automatically control the temperature of the indoor air The higher the number selected the cooler the indoor air will become OPEN VENT CLOSE I I ON THE LOWER RIGHT SIDE OF THE DISCHARGE GRILLE Ventilation Control When you move the Ventilation Control to CLOSE the vent door is closed and only the air inside the room will be circulated and conditioned Moving the contr...

Page 5: ... at mid range 4 or 5 Set the Ventilation Control at CLOSE For extreme temperatures For greatest economy and best performance we suggest you set the Selector Switch at HI COOL in extremely hot weather To adjust air direction Up and down UP AND DOWN AIR DIRECTION SIDE AIR D r The up and down air direction louvers are controlled by fingertip pressure on the louvers They regulate air discharge upward ...

Page 6: ...ir direction louvers upward Step 2 Grasp the grille s upper right and left corner and carefully insert the VENT knob between the lower air direction louver and the grille frame and engage two tabs on the grille s top inside edge with two slots in the cabinet front edge Air Direction Louvers w Grille Frame FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW Step 3 Press inward on the lower right side of the metal cabinet at the ...

Page 7: ...own or circuit breaker may have tripped Curtain blinds or furniture blocking the top or the front of the air conditioner will restrict airflow Thermostat Control may not be set high enough Move the knob to a higher number Highest setting should provide maximum cooling Air filter dirty should be cleaned at least every 30 days Room may have been very hot when air conditioner was first turned on Allo...

Page 8: ...CAL CODES OR LOCAL CODES AND ORDINANCES 115V 230V 208V 230V 208V 230 V1208V 15 AMP c rcuit 20 AMP circuit 15 AMP circuit 30 AMP circuit parallel type perpendicular type tandem type tandem type 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 requires a separ...

Page 9: ...lade type screwdriver Sharp knife or razor blade Rule or tape measure Pencil Level Box wrench SCREWS FURNISHED see samples Type A Type B Type C Qty 3 Qty 2 Qty 4 Type D Qty 6 asket Typ scr Sealer 1 1 2 oz Right window filler panel Type A screw continued next page 9 ...

Page 10: ...acket 2 Remove ground screw and ground wire Save for reuse 3 Remove chassis from cabinet using the base pan as a handle PREPARE CABINED Top mounting rail Room side 1 Install top mounting rail onto top of cabinet with 3 Type D screws Type D screw Type D Ill 0 screw 2 Install bottom sill channel onto cabinet by inserting notches on channel into slots located on bottom of cabinet and securing with 3 ...

Page 11: ...ounting position of cabinet 3 Install cabinet into opening and center on line marked on window sill Put top of cabinet toward you and lower window sash behind top mounting rail Center line 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 NS LL SASH GASKEZ Cut...

Page 12: ...to 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 CHECKFORAIR LEAKS Seal small openings around cabinet with gum type sealer provided INSTALL FRONTGRILIE See Front Grille section 12 ...

Page 13: ...ks above opening Flashing aluminum 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 side...

Page 14: ...ce 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 SLIDE CHASSIS INTO CABINED Lift the chassis and carefully slide it into cabinet Do not push on controls or finned coils Make sure chassis is firmly seated toward rear of cabi...

Page 15: ...r chase a E contract while youl war ranty is still in effect and yc u 11 receive ii substan ial discount With a nlultiple year contract you re assured of future setlice at today s prices Telecommunication Detice for tie Deaf Patis andAccessories 80 626 2002 IndividuA qufified to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directly to their home free of shipping charge Th...

Page 16: ...CAREF 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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