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Important Safety Information

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Installation Instructions

Important Electrical Safety
Window Installation

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Operating Instructions

The Controls on Your Air Conditioner
Care of Product

12

Helpful Information

Things That Are Normal

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If Something Goes Wrong

Before You Call For Service
GE Service Numbers
Warranty

GE Appliances

Air Conditioner

Owner’s Manual

Model: AVP12

GE Answer Center

®

800.626.2000

Summary of Contents for AVP12

Page 1: ...llation 4 Operating Instructions The Controls on Your Air Conditioner Care of Product 12 Helpful Information Things That Are Normal 13 If Something Goes Wrong Before You Call For Service GE Service Numbers Warranty GE Appliances Air Conditioner Owner s Manual Model AVP12 GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 ...

Page 2: ...re on a label on the left side of the air conditioner by the air discharge area Model number Serial number Date of purchase Before using your air conditioner Need Help Before you call for service there are a few things you can do to help us serve you better Read this manual It contains instructions to help you use and maintain your air conditioner properly Save time and money Check the section tit...

Page 3: ...ger prong goes into the larger slot to provide the proper polarity for the power cord FOR PROPER GROUNDING 1 Screw the adapter to the outlet using the outlet cover screw 2 Ground the outlet through the house wiring When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter hold the adapter close to the outlet while pulling the plug out If this is not done the grounding connector is likely to break with re...

Page 4: ...tting The thermostat 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 The higher the number selected the cooler the indoor air will become The fan runs as long as the selector control is not on OFF 4 Operating Instructions The controls on your air conditioner 2 2 1 Selector Control Thermostat Control OFF LOW COOL HI...

Page 5: ...et at closed only the air inside the room is circulated cooled and filtered When set at open some indoor air will be exhausted from the room This will reduce the cooling effect Two levers on each side of the grille let you control the air direction left or right and up and down DO NOT adjust the louvers down any lower than straight out Air that is blown down will affect the thermostat causing the ...

Page 6: ... necessary To remove the front grille Place the tip of a thin blade screwdriver between the case and tab on the left or right hand side of the grille Gently twist with the screwdriver and unlock the tab by pulling the grille slightly forward Swing the side of the grille away from the case and unhook the tab on the other side Remove the air filter from the filter hooks The filter can be washed in w...

Page 7: ...se wiring may present special problems consult a qualified electrician Important Notes The 115 volt models require a 115 120 volt a c 60 Hz grounded outlet protected with a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker The 3 prong grounding plug minimizes the possibility of electric shock hazard If the wall outlet you plan to use is only a 2 prong outlet it is your responsibility to have it replaced w...

Page 8: ...u begin 8 Parts Included Blade type screwdriver Ruler or tape measure Level Scissors Pencil Tools Needed Air conditioner 1 screw 2 Leveling bolt 2 Support bracket 2 5 8 screws 5 Pkg of putty Window locking bracket Foam top window gasket ...

Page 9: ...rements A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will keep it from draining properly To adjust for this attach a piece of wood to the stool WOOD PIECES WIDTH 2 LENGTH Long enough to fit inside the window frame THICKNESS To determine the thickness place a piece of wood on the stool to make it 1 2 higher than the top of the storm window frame Attach sec...

Page 10: ...the pencil mark Using the 1 screw attach the support bracket 5 Using the level adjust the level ing bolt so the curved top of the support bracket is 1 4 maximum below the top of the window stool NOTE This downward tilt towards the outside prevents water from entering the room 6 Repeat steps 1 through 5 for the second support bracket Installation Instructions Read completely then follow step by ste...

Page 11: ...n the Window 1 Extend the filler panels on both sides until they touch the window tracks 2 After securing with four 5 8 screws use the putty to fill in any small gaps INSTALLATION WITHOUT THE FILLER PANELS If filler is required on the sides of the air conditioner cut plastic foam seal to size and fill both sides Slide Out the Filler Panels Secure the top and the bottom with four 5 8 long screws 1 ...

Page 12: ... moisture and improve efficiency You may hear the thermostat click when the compressor cycles on and off Water will collect in the base pan during high humidity or on rainy days The water may overflow and drip from the outdoor side of the unit The fan may run even when the compressor is not Noise Explanation CLICK DRIP WHIR PI NG Helpful Information Things That Are Normal ...

Page 13: ... high fan or high and stops the air conditioner cool with the thermostat at 1 or 2 from cooling the room Airflow is restricted Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner The thermostat control may Turn the knob to a higher number not be set high enough The highest setting provides maximum cooling The air filter is dirty Clean the filter at least e...

Page 14: ...ted loca tions offer you service today or tomorrow or at your convenience 7 00 a m to 7 00 p m weekdays 9 00 a m to 2 00 p m Saturdays Our factory trained technicians know your appliance inside and out so most repairs can be han dled in just one visit In Home Repair Service 800 626 2000 Upon request GE will provide Braille controls for a variety of GE appliances and a brochure to assist in plannin...

Page 15: ... Consumer Service will still be there after your warranty expires Purchase a GE contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial discount With a multiple year contract you re assured of future service at today s prices Service Contracts 800 626 2002 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their home The GE...

Page 16: ...e other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are in your state consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty write Manager Consumer Affairs GE Appliances Louisville KY 40225 Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of original purchase ...

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