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 Solver

PROBLEM

DOES 

AIR CONDITIONER

“DOES 

ASIT SHOULD”

SOUNDS

WATER 
OUTSIDE

WATER 

INSIDE

WATER IN BASE PAN

(ON OUTDOOR SIDE)

POSSIBLE CAUSE AND REMEDY

 

 in. Plug may have been bumped 

loose   vacuum cleaner or furniture.

● 

If plugged 

 

 

 have blown or circuit breaker may have been 

● 

Curtains, blinds or furniture blocking front of air conditioner will restrict airflow.

● 

Temperature control may 

 be set high enough. Also, when ENERGY-SAVER

switch is at SAVE, the temperature in 

 room will vary more than when it’s at

NORMAL. 

 knob to a higher number. Highest setting should provide maximum

cooling.

● 

Air filter dirty, should be cleaned at least every 30 days. See instructions on page 6.

● 

Room may 

 been very 

 when 

 conditioner was 

 

 on. Allow time

for it to cool down.

 Cold air maybe escaping through open furnace floor registers and cold air returns.

● 

Ventilation control maybe set at OPEN, 

 hot outside air to enter room.

. Thermostat click, a metallic sound, maybe heard when compressor 

 on and

off. This is normal.

● 

Fan cycles on and off with compressor when Selector is in cool or heat position and

 switch is at SAVE. Otherwise, 

 runs continuously when air

conditioners on.

● 

Excess 

 

 

   

 

 

 humid weather. 

This is normal.

● 

Air conditioner must be 

 level or tilted slightly to the outside for proper

water 

If you need more help.. call, toll free:
The GE Answer Center”
800.626.2000

consumer information service

If You Need Service

 This is normal for a short pried in areas with little humidity; normal for a longer

period in very humid areas. Moisture removed from indoor 

 drains to rear of

cabinet where it is picked up by a fan 

 against the outdoor condenser coil.

To obtain service, see your warranty
on the back page of this book.

We’re proud of our service and
want you to be pleased. If for some
reason you are not happy with the
service you receive, here are three
steps to follow for further help.

FIRST, contact the people who

 your appliance. Explain

why you are not pleased. In most

FINALLY, if your problem is still

cases, this will solve the problem.

not resolved, write:

NEXT, if you are still not pleased,

Major Appliance

write all the details (including your

Consumer Action Panel

phone number) to:

20 North 

 Drive

Manager, Consumer Relations

Chicago, Illinois 60606

GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225

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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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