GE APFA10, Owner'S Manual And Installation Instructions

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Location Requirements
• Place the air conditioner on a flat, level surface. For
optimal performance place portable 20” from exterior
wall. For all other sides a minimum distance of 30”
should be maintained.
• Keep the air conditioner free of any obstructions
such as drapes, curtains, blinds, etc.
• The exhaust hose should be free of any
obstructions.
• Do not place the air conditioner on an unstable
or raised surface because it could fall and cause
damage or injury.
• Do not place the air conditioner in direct sunlight
or near a heat source such as baseboard heaters,
stoves, etc.
• The window panel can be installed in a window
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Installation Instructions
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Questions? Call GE Appliances at 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com.
In Canada, call 1.800.561.3344 or visit our Website at: www.GEAppliances.ca
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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Save these instructions for
local inspector’s use.
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IMPORTANT
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Observe all governing codes
and ordinances.
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instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for
future reference.
• Skill level –
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basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time – Approximately 1 hour
• We recommend that two people install this product.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the
installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not
covered under the Warranty.
• You MUST use all supplied parts and use proper
installation procedures as described in these
instructions when installing this air conditioner.
CAUTION
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the
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Do not change the plug on the power cord of this air
conditioner.
Aluminium house wiring may present special
problems—consult a qualified electrician.
Power cord includes a current
interrupter device. A test and reset
button is provided on the plug case.
The device should be tested on
a periodic basis by first pressing
the TEST button and then the
RESET button while plugged into
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not trip or if the RESET button will
not stay engaged, discontinue use
of the air conditioner and contact a
qualified service technician.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
Some models require a 115/120-volt AC,
60-Hz grounded outlet protected with a
15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes the possibility
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use is only a 2-prong outlet, it is your responsibility
to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3-prong
wall outlet.