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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and

INSTALLER—Be sure to leave these
instructions with the Consumer.

IMPORTANT—Observe all governing

CONSUMER—Keep these instructions for

codes and ordinances.

future reference.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

FOR PERSONAL SAFETY:

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THIS 

 MUST BE PROPERLY

GROUNDED. See page 3.

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DO 

 UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES,

CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD
GROUNDING PRONG FROM THE
POWER CORD.

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WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO

NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD OR AN
ADAPTER PLUG WITH THIS 

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DO NOT CHANGE THE PLUG ON THE

POWER CORD OF THIS APPLIANCE.

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FOLLOW NATIONAL ELECTRICAL

CODES OR LOCAL CODES AND
ORDINANCES.

15 AMP 

20 AMP 

15 AMP 

30 AMP 

“parallel” type

“perpendicular” type

“tandem” type

“tandem” type

 

 

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If the electric supply provided does not meet the

above specifications, 

 a licensed electrician.

● 

Aluminum house wiring may pose special

problems—consult a qualified electrician.

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This unit requires a separate circuit serving only

this appliance.

TOOLS NEEDED

Screwdriver

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Knife

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Level

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1/8” drill bit

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Drill

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Pliers

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Pencil

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Awl

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Ruler

WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

Horizontal Sliding Window

Window opening width 151/z” minimum.

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Vertical opening height of 21” minimum and 36”

maximum?

*For installation in an extra high window, order

 kit from your dealer.

Casement Window

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Minimum window opening 

 wide and

21” high.

Note: Window frame assembly and side of

structure must be adequate to support the
weight of the air conditioner.

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Summary of Contents for AVX06

Page 1: ...Instructions 2 Care and Cleaning 6 User Maintenance Instructions 6 Air Filter 6 Warranty Back Cover Condenser Coils 6 Grille Cabinet 6 Consumer Services 15 Control Settings 4 Electrical Requirements 3 Energy Saving Tips 7 Extension Cords 3 Grounding 3 GEAmw CeM Installation Instructions 8 11 8w m 2m Models AW06 Amo8 A 10 GEAppiancw ...

Page 2: ... This air conditioner must be properly ins ed in accordance with the Installation instructions before it is used See grounding instructions on page 3 N erunplugyourair conditioner by pu ing on the power cord Always grip plug fifiy and pull straight out from the receptacle Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged Do not use a cord that sh...

Page 3: ...from overheating wires The power cord on these models has a 230 208 volt perpendicular tandem or large tandem type plug that mates respectively with a outle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician if there is any doubt as to whether a proper ground exis Use of adapter plug W volt modek only Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against use of an ...

Page 4: ...01 SELECTOR Selector Swikh OFF turns air conditioner off LO FAN provides low fan speed operation without cooling HI FAN provides high fan speed operation without cooling LO COOL provides cooling with low fan speed operation D COOL provides cooling with medium fan speed operation HI COOL provides cooling with high fan speed operation g 6 6 lo 5 I e 4 3 2 THERMOSTAT Thermostat Control When you turn ...

Page 5: ... position For n ttime operation During the cooler evening hours we recommend that you set the Selector Switch at LO COOL for quieter operation and the Thermostat Control at mid range 5 or 6 For extreme temperatures For greatest economy and best performance we suggest you set the Selector Switch at HI COOL in extremely hot weather For ventilation Whether the controls are set for cooling or fan only...

Page 6: ...ccessible allow more tiorough cleaning or make the model and serial numbers easier to read To remove the grille grasp both sides and pull forward and up to free tabs on grille from clamps on frame and bottom edge of grille from grooved supports on frame The air filter behind the front grille should be washed at least every 30 days or as ofien as it needs cleaning To remove the filter first remove ...

Page 7: ...circuit breaker may have tripped Curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner will restrict airflow Thermostat Control may not be set high enough Tumknob to a higher number Highest setting should provide maximum cooling Air filter dirty should be cleaned at least every 30days See instructions on page 6 Room may have been very hot when air conditioner was first turned on A...

Page 8: ...230V1208V 230V 208V 15 AMP c rcult 20 AMP clrcult 15 AMP c rcult 30 AMP clrcult parallel type perpendicular type tandem type tandem type If the electric supply provided does not meet the above specifications all a licensed electrician Aluminum house wiring may pose special problems consult a qualified electrician This unit requires a separate circuit serving only this appliance TOOLS NEEDED Screwd...

Page 9: ...plane Fig 1 This will allow for proper angle Tighten leveling bolt lock nut Important Unit must be tilted toward the outside slightly to facilitate proper condensate disposal Caution Do not drill a hole in bottom pan Unit is designed to operate with bottom pan approximately half full of water 7 Cut two pieces of adhesive backed foam seal to height of window opening Remove backing and apply seal to...

Page 10: ...nted on unit Filler panel may be trimmed with knife or scissors to fit window height 6 Slide right hand slider upward making sure filler panel aligns in slider Fig 5 7 With slider up against top retainer drill 1 8 hole through window frame in alignment with existing hole in slider Install self threading screw in hole Fig 5 8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 for left hand slider Fig 5 9 Check all seals and plu...

Page 11: ...s and horizontal muntins to a height sufficient to allow you to mount the unit in the window opening Fig 7 Unit shown installed in stationaw casement window with window panes and horizontal muntin removed Open Window Frame 1 Remove crank mechanism and retch handles Fig 7 2 Fold window sash back against outside wall of building and secure it or remove it completely where possible Unit shown instill...

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Page 15: ...ice their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent direcdy to their home free of shipping charge The GE parts system provides access to over 47 000 parts and dl GE Genuine Renewal Parts are fully warranted WSA Masteflard and Discover cards are accepted User maintenance instructions contained in ti boo et cover p dures intended to be performed by my user Other servicing gene y shodd...

Page 16: ... CARE SERVICE WHAT IS NOT 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 GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 consumer information service Improper installation If you have an installation problem or if the a...

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