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Before using your
air conditioner, 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
your phone 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 air filter.

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.

Save time and money.
Before you request
service . . .

Check the Problem Solver on
page 6. It lists causes of minor

operating problems that you can
correct yourself.

2

Important Safety
Instructions

Read 

 

 before

using this appliance.

When using this appliance, always

exercise basic safety precautions,

including the following:

● 

Use this appliance only for its

intended purpose 

as described in

this Use and Care Book.

● 

This air conditioner must be

properly installed in accordance
with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. See 

grounding

instructions on page 3.

● 

Never unplug your air conditioner

by pulling on the power cord.

Always grip plug firmly 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

shows cracks or abrasion damage
along its length or at either the
plug or connector end.

● 

Unplug your air conditioner

before making any repairs.

Note: We strongly recommend

that any servicing be performed
by a qualified individual.

● 

For your safety. . 

 not store or

use combustible materials, gasoline
or other flammable vapors or liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS

If You Need 

To obtain service, see the Consumer
Services page in the back 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 

 who

serviced your appliance. Explain
why you are not pleased. In most

cases, this will solve the problem.

NEXT, if you are still not pleased,
write 

 the details-including

your phone number—to:

Manager, Consumer Relations
GE Appliances
Appliance Park
Louisville, Kentucky 40225

FINALLY, if your problem is 
not resolved, write:

Major Appliance
Consumer Action Panel
20 North 

 Drive

Chicago, Illinois 60606

Summary of Contents for Carry Cool ATL04

Page 1: ...ion 2 Safety Instructions 2 Care and Cleaning 5 User Maintenance Instructions 5 Condenser Coils 5 Warranty Back Cover Consumer Services 11 Control Settings 4 5 Electrical Requirements 3 Energy Saving Tips 6 Extension Cords 3 Grille and Cabinet 5 Grounding 3 GEAmwer Ceti Installation Instructions 7 8D 6262660 Carq Cool Models ATL04 ATL05 GEAppiances ...

Page 2: ...This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used See grounding instructions on page 3 Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly 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...

Page 3: ...UL listed adapter Fig 2 available at most local hardware stores TEMPORARY METHOD PERM T INCANADA ADAPTER PLUGS NOT The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wdl outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord ON Attaching an adapter ground terminal to wall outlet cover screw does not ground appliance unless cover screw is metal and not insulat...

Page 4: ...ieter operation 1 Set Selector Switch at LO COOL 2 Set Temperature Control at desired number When the Temperature Control is set on 7 or 8 and the Fan is set on low speed moisture may freeze on the coils and prevent the unit from cooling If this happens set the Fan at high speed and set the Temperature Control to a lower number For air circulation and filteriW without cooliW Set the Selector Switc...

Page 5: ...n the weather side of the unit should be checked periodically and cleaned if clogged with dirt or soot from the atmosphere If extremely soiled they may need to be steam cleaned a service available through your Hotpoint service outlet Air Filter The foam air filter behind the inlet grille should be washed at least every 30 days or as often as it needs cleaning Remove the inlet grille by grasping th...

Page 6: ...um cleaner or furniture If plugged in fuse could have blown or circuit breaker may have tripped Curtain blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner will restrict air flow Temperature Control may not be set high enough Turn 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 5 Roo...

Page 7: ...60 Hz and connected to an individual properly grounded branch circuit protected by a 15 or 20 amp circuit breaker or time delay fuse If the electric supply provided does not meet the above specifi tions call a licensed electrician Aluminum house wiring may pose special problems consult a qualified electrician WINDOW REQUIREMEN Standard double hung window with actual opening width of 221 2 to 36 Cl...

Page 8: ...t touch stool with unit in verti l position reach around side of air conditioner and adjust bolt downward until it touches stool III Ill II 1 N E When air conditioner is removed from window leveling bolt should be adjusted above bottom surface of air conditioner 4 Cut a 5 piece off the foam sash gap gasket Tilt unit slightly to the inside and install gasket in channel directly behind opening in ha...

Page 9: ... channels to stool 4 Close curtains KEEPING A FIRM GRIP ON AIR CONDITIONER raise sash and carefully rock air conditioner backward and drain major portion of water in base of unit Care should be taken in lifting unit from window to avoid spilling any remaining water 5 Store parts for reuse along with air conditioner SPECIAL INSTALLATION 1 For windows from 36 to 49 in width order an extra wide kit R...

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Page 11: ...ailable to help Your cdl and your question will be answered promptiy and courteously And you can cdl any time GE Answer erlte service is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week Parts andAccessories 800 626 2002 Individu qudKled to service their own appliances can have needed parts or accessories sent directiy to their h mle free of shipping charge The 1E parts system provides access to over 47 000 parts...

Page 12: ...C COMPANY GENERAL ELECTRIC FACTORY SERVICE GENERAL ELECTRIC HOTPOINT FACTORY SERVICE or GENERAL ELECTRIC CUSTOMER 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 Cente...

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