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Safety Information

Safety Precautions  . . . . . . . .3
How to Connect 
Electricity  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Use of Extension Cords  . . .4
Use of Adapter Plugs . . . . . .4

Operating Instructions

Models with Touch Pads 5, 6
Models with 
Control Knobs  . . . . . . . . .7, 8

Care and Cleaning

Grille and Case  . . . . . . . . . . .9
Outdoor Coils  . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Air Filter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Installation Instructions

Window Installation–5000
BTU Model (model 

AS_05

)

10, 11–14

Window Installation–
6000, 8000, and 10,000 BTU
Models  
(models 

AS_06

AS_08

, and

AS_10

) . . . . . . . . . . .10, 15–19

Window Installation–
12,000, 14,0000, 16,000,
18,000, 22,000, and 24,000
BTU Models 
(models 

AS_12

AS_14

,

AS_16

AS_18

AS_22

and 

AS_24

)  . . . . . .10, 20–25

Through the Wall
Installation– 
Optional All Models  . . . . .26

Troubleshooting Tips

Before You Call 
For Service  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Normal Operating 
Sounds  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Customer Service

Product 
Registration  . . . . . . .2, 29, 30
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Service Telephone 
Numbers  . . . . .2, Back Cover

GE Appliances

49-7387-1

JR 12-99

AS_05  – 5,000 BTU models

AS_06  – 6,000 BTU models

AS_08  – 8,000 BTU models

AS_10 – 10,000 BTU models

AS_12 – 12,000 BTU models

AS_14 – 14,000 BTU models

AS_16 – 16,000 BTU models

AS_18 – 18,000 BTU models

AS_22 – 22,000 BTU models

AS_24 – 24,000 BTU models

www.geappliances.com

Air Conditioners

E  DB68-00951(2)

Owner’s Manual &

Installation Instructions

Summary of Contents for AS05 Series

Page 1: ...000 22 000 and 24 000 BTU Models models AS_12 AS_14 AS_16 AS_18 AS_22 and AS_24 10 20 25 Through the Wall Installation Optional All Models 26 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 27 Normal Operating Sounds 27 Customer Service Product Registration 2 29 30 Warranty 31 Service Telephone Numbers 2 Back Cover GE Appliances 49 7387 1 JR 12 99 AS_05 5 000 BTU models AS_06 6 000 BTU models AS_...

Page 2: ...ey over the life of your air conditioner READ THIS MANUAL IF YOU NEED SERVICE You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first you may not need to call for service at all If you do need service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in t...

Page 3: ... in the vicinity of this or any other appliance SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug ...

Page 4: ...rary connection may be made to a properly grounded 2 prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter available at most local hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter always hold the adapter in place with one hand while pulli...

Page 5: ... to set the time when using the timer feature FAN Pad Use to set the fan speed at LOW MED or HIGH CIRCULAIRE Pad Turn on to provide continuous side to side air circulation For fixed side to side air direction turn ON until the desired air direction is obtained then turn it OFF ENERGY SAVER Pad Controls the fan ON The fan and compressor cycle on and off This results in wider variations of room temp...

Page 6: ...4 F and 86 F in 2 F increments A thermostat is used to maintain the room temperature The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room at the set level of comfort Set the thermostat at a lower number and the indoor air will become cooler Set the thermostat at a higher number and the indoor air will become warmer NOTE If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on in a cool setting it will...

Page 7: ...l at midpoint For Maximum Cooling Select HIGH COOL with the temp control at the highest number available on your knob For Quieter Nighttime Cooling Select LOW COOL with the temp control at midpoint Temp Controls The temp control is used to maintain the room temperature The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room at the same level of comfort When you turn the knob to a higher number the i...

Page 8: ...e left Air Direction Side to Side On some models the side to side air direction is adjusted by grasping and moving the inner vertical louvers to the desired position CIRCULAIRE on some models For fixed side to side air direction set the Circulaire switch to ON until the desired air direction is obtained then move it to OFF For continuous side to side air circulation set the Circulaire switch to ON...

Page 9: ... they may be professionally steam cleaned a service available through your GE service outlet Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning To clean use water and a mild detergent Do not use bleach or abrasives Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Care and cleaning of the ai...

Page 10: ...oper ground exists Follow National Electric Codes NEC and or local codes and ordinances CAUTION Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Do not change the plug on the power cord of this air conditioner Aluminum house wiring may present special problems consult a qualified electrician Before You Begin Some models require 115 120 volt a c 60 Hz grounded...

Page 11: ...pe B 8 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 11 Window Installation Instructions for 5000 BTU Units model AS_05 Phillips head screwdriver Adjustable wrench Ruler or tape measure Scissors or knife Pencil Level Tools You Will Need AS_05 air conditioner Top mounting rail seal strip ...

Page 12: ...ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Window Installation Instructions for 5000 BTU Units model AS_05 Read completely then follow step by step Window Requirements These instructions are for a standard double hung window You will need to modify them for other...

Page 13: ... hook a security bracket on each side Tighten the screws to secure the brackets in place Insert the frames of the accordion panels into the top and bottom mounting rails Attach the accordion panels to the side of the case using 6 type A screws B A 3 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 13 C Top mounting rail Bottom mounting rail...

Page 14: ... to the stool on both sides using two type B screws C B A Install the Security Bracket and the Foam Top Window Gasket Attach a security bracket with a type B screw Cut the foam top window gasket to the window width Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room The installation is now complete C B A 5 14 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips O...

Page 15: ...0 19 Sill support 2 Top mounting rail Right accordion panel Foam top window gasket Window sash seal Left accordion panel Type B 8 Type C Bolt 2 Window Installation Instructions for 6000 8000 and 10 000 BTU Units models AS_06 AS_08 and AS_10 Phillips head screwdriver Adjustable wrench Ruler or tape measure Scissors or knife Pencil Level Tools You Will Need Security bracket Top mounting rail seal st...

Page 16: ...h of the power cord 1 2 higher than frame Storm window frame Wood Stool 1 Remove the Front Grille if attached To remove the grille Remove shipping tape if present On models with a slide out air filter remove it see the Care and Cleaning section and the screw behind it if present that holds the grille in place On models with a raise up inlet grille lift it see the Care and Cleaning section and remo...

Page 17: ...requires from the inside of the case Insert the frames for the accordion panels into the top and bottom mounting rails Attach the accordion panels to the side of the case using 6 type A screws B A Remove the Air Conditioner From the Case Remove the 2 screws on each side of the case Keep these for later use Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward ...

Page 18: ...ing 3 type B screws Extend the left and right accordion panels to the vertical window sashes and attach with 4 type B screws D C B A Window Installation Instructions for 6000 8000 and 10 000 BTU Units models AS_06 AS_08 and AS_10 6 Window sash seal Type B screws Type B screws 18 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Serv...

Page 19: ...ebottominnercasegasketbetweenthe bottomoftheairconditionerandtheinside bottomofthecase Folduptheendsonboth sidesandpushthemin Attachthefrontgrilletothecasebyinsertingthe tabsonthegrilleintotheslotsonthefrontofthe case Pushthegrilleinuntilitsnapsintoplace Secure the front grille to the case by replacing the screw removed in Step 3 The installation is now complete D C B A Guide the lever carefully t...

Page 20: ...oner before beginning Parts Included Type A 23 Security bracket Top mounting rail Right accordion panel Foam top window gasket Window sash seal Left accordion panel Type B 6 Type C 4 Bolt 4 Nut 4 Window Installation Instructions for 12 000 14 000 16 000 18 000 22 000 and 24 000 BTU Units models AS_12 AS_14 AS_16 AS_18 AS_22 and AS_24 Phillips head screwdriver Adjustable wrench Ruler or tape measur...

Page 21: ...ow You will need to modify them for other types of windows The air conditioner can be installed without the accordion panels if needed to fit in a narrow window See the window opening dimensions at right All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood masonry or metal The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord 1 2 higher than frame Storm window frame Wood Stool 1 Remove the Fro...

Page 22: ...side of the case using 8 type A screws A Remove the Air Conditioner From the Case Remove the 2 screws on each side of the case Keep these for later use Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the case B A 5 4 Remove packing cardboard and tape if present B Top mounting rail 22 Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Operating Instructi...

Page 23: ...port should be placed facing the neck of the support rail Repeat for second V support and support rail Thread a type E bolt about 1 2 of the way into the outer face of the shortest angle of each V support Line up the V notches in the support assemblies on the left and right marks on the stool Make sure that the support rail is against the back of the stool and drill two 1 8 pilot holes into the st...

Page 24: ...s from getting into the room C B A 8 9 Install the Case in the Window Carefully slide the case into the window until the bottom mounting rail drops into the channels in the support assemblies Center the case and lower the window behind the top mounting rail The case should be slightly tilted to the outside Use a level about a 1 2 bubble will be the correct case slant to the outside Attach the supp...

Page 25: ...moftheairconditionerandtheinside bottomofthecase Folduptheendsonboth sidesandpushthemin Attachthefrontgrilletothecasebyinsertingthe tabsonthegrilleintotheslotsonthefrontofthe case Pushthegrilleinuntilitsnapsintoplace Secure the front grille to the case by replacing the screw removed in Step 3 If a screw was not removed in Step 3 secure the grille with a type A screw The installation is now complet...

Page 26: ...de Remove the air conditioner from the case For specific instruction refer to the Window Installation Instructions Make certain a wall receptacle is available close to the hole location or make arrangements to install a receptacle Place the case in the wall opening and secure with 12 1 long 10 wood screws NOTE Drill pilot holes if necessary for proper installation If the frame is oversized use shi...

Page 27: ...ls with touch pads In COOL mode press the not be set correctly DECREASE pad On models with control knobs turn the temperature knob to a higher number The air filter is dirty Clean the filter at least every 30 days See the Operating Instructions section The room may have been hot When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to allow time for the room to cool down Cold air is escaping Check ...

Page 28: ...Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Notes ...

Page 29: ...otection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and low monthly financing is available Even icemaker coverage and food spoilage protection is offered You can rest easy knowing that all y...

Page 30: ...or register online at www geappliances com 1 2 3 Model Number Serial Number Cut here Complete and mail your Consumer Product Ownership Registration today Have the peace of mind of knowing we can contact you in the unlikely event of a safety modification After mailing the registration below store this document in a safe place It contains information you will need should you require service Our serv...

Page 31: ...our dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical connecting facilities Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the product or due to unreasonable use including failure to provide reasonable and necessary maintenance In commercial locations labor necessary to move the unit to a location where it is accessible for service by an individual technician Replac...

Page 32: ...l discount GE Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Parts and Accessories 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referr...

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