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Read this book carefully.

It is intended to help you operate
and maintain your new air
conditioner properly.

Keep it handy for answers to your
questions.

If you don’t understand something
or need more help, write (include

 number):

Consumer Affairs
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, KY 40225

Write down the model and
serial numbers.

You’ll find them on a label on the
frame of the air conditioner behind

the front grille.

These numbers are also on the
Consumer Product Ownership
Registration Card that came with
your air conditioner. Before
sending in this card, please write
these numbers here:

Model Number

Serial Number

Use these numbers in any

correspondence or service calls
concerning your air conditioner.

If you received a damaged air
conditioner, 

immediately contact

the dealer (or builder) that sold you
the air conditioner.

Read 

 

 before

-this appliance.

When using this appliance, always

exercise basic safety precautions,
including the following:

 

 this appliance 

 for 

intended purpose as described in
this Use and Care Book.

● 

 

 

 

 be

properly 

 in accordance

with the 

 Instructions

before it is used. See grounding
instructions on page 3.

● 

Never unplug your air

conditioner by 

 on the

power cord. Always grip plug

 and pull straight out from

the outlet.

● 

 or replace 

all 

 service cords that

have become frayed or otherwise
damaged. 
Do not use a cord that

shows cracks or abrasion damage
along   length or at either the

plug or connector end.

 

 tips

 Keep the air filter clean. (See

instructions on page 6.)

. For most efficient operation,

keep vent in closed position except
when you want to exhaust air,
smoke or odors from the room.

. Don’t let the room get too hot or

too cold. Whenever possible, turn
the unit on before the room heats
up or cools down.

. Keep windows and doors closed.
Conditioned air escapes when

they’re open.

. Keep furnace floor registers and

cold air returns closed. Conditioned
air can easily escape through them.

. Don’t block front of unit when it

is operating. Curtains or drapes
blocking it will restrict air flow.

. It’s best to operate your air

conditioner at high speed during
extremely hot or cold weather.

● 

Keep outdoor condenser coil

clean. (See page 6.)

. Turn air conditioner off before

vacations or extended absences
from home.

Save time and money. Before you
request service, 

check the Problem

Solver on page 7. It lists causes of
minor operating problems that you
can correct yourself.

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Summary of Contents for APS12

Page 1: ...RS18 Control Settings 4 5 Electrical Requirements 3 Energy Saver Switch 4 Energy Saving Tips 2 Extension Cords 3 Grille and Cabinet 6 Grounding 3 Model and Serial Numbers 2 Problem Solver 7 Repair Service 7 Safety Instructions 2 User Maintenance Instructions 6 Warranty Back Cover Your Direct Line to Geneml Electric The GE Amwer Centef 800 626 2000 GENERAL ELECTRIC ...

Page 2: ...ructions before it is used See grounding instructions on page 3 Never unplug your air conditioner by pdiing on the power cord Always grip plug firndy and pull straight out from the outlet Repair or replace hnmediately all elwtric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along ih length or at either the plug or connector end S...

Page 3: ...CTION Whether your air conditioner is a f15 volt or a 230 208 volt unit it is important 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 volt modek only Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against use of an adapter plug However if you still elect to us...

Page 4: ... HIGH COOL permits cooling with high fan speed operation LOW HEAT permits heating with low fan speed operation D HEAT permits heating with medium fan speed operation HIGH HEAT permits heating with high fan speed operation THERMOSTAT Thermo t When you turn this control to the desired setting the thermostat will automatically control the temperature of the indoor air The higher the number selected t...

Page 5: ...st be in NOMAL position For Ventilation Whether controls are set for cookg heating or fa ody operation setting VENTILATION control at OPEN lets room air be exhausted to the outside This is helpful in removing stale air smoke or odors from the room and permits outdoor air to enter through norrnd openings in the house However cooling effectiveness is reduced when this control is set at OPEN so we su...

Page 6: ...nd cleaned at least every 30 days or as often as it needs cleaning To remove the filter Grasp the tab at the bottom left side of the unit and pull downward Clean the filter with a vacuum cleaner to remove light dust Wash the filter in lukewarm soapy water and rinse in clear water to remove sticky dust When replacing the filter be sure the word FRONT is facing you as you slide the filter back into ...

Page 7: ...ff with compressor when Selector is in cool or heat position and ENER SAVER switch is at SAVE Otherwise f runs continuously when air conditioners on Excess wa r may overflow in ext me y hot and humid weather This is normal Air conditioner must be instiled level or tilted slightly to the outside for proper water disposaI If you need more help call toll free The GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consume...

Page 8: ...ERVICE WHAT IS N COVERED Service trips 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 The GE Answer Cente 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation If you have an installation problem or if the air con...

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