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IF THESE SOLUTIONS FAIL, PLEASE CALL 1-866-658-0466 FOR GREE CUSTOMER SERVICE

BEFORE YOU CALL

PROBLEM

SOLUTION

Air conditioner will not operate

Wall plug is not properly connected. Push plug firmly into the wall socket.
Plug current device is tripped. Press RESET button (located on the power 

cord plug).
House fuse is blown and/or tripped. Check circuit breaker/replace fuse.

Air from unit does not feel cold enough

Room temperature is below 60 ºF (16 ºC). Cooling may not occur if room 
temperature is below 60 ºF (16 ºC).
Make sure nothing is obstructing the unit; furniture, curtains, blinds.

Check for open furnace registers or cool air returns.

Make sure filter is clean. (see Maintenance section)

RESET unit. Adjust temperature to lower setting.
Compressor shut off due to changing modes. Wait 5 minutes, 

compressor will turn back on when unit is set on COOL mode.

Room is not cooling- ice forming on back of unit On models with touch pad controls set the unit at High FAN mode or 

High COOL mode and adjust the thermostat to a higher temperature.

Room is not cooling- no ice on back of unit

Air restricted due to dirty air filter. Remove filter(s) and clean.
Temperature is set too high. Turn temperature setting down.
Air louvers are not adjusted properly. Check and adjust louvers to direct 

air flow.
Air ventilation is blocked/ hindered. Remove any object blocking air flow/ 

(drapes, blinds, furniture etc.).
Other doors and/or windows open allowing cool air to escape room.

Air conditioner rapidly turns on and off

Air restricted due to dirty air filter. Remove filter and clean.

Unusual noise when unit is cooling

See “Normal Sounds” Sections
Window vibrations: improper installation. Refer to Installation Instructions.

Water dripping inside when unit is cooling

Improper installation. Refer to installation instructions.

Water dripping outside when unit is cooling

Unit is removing a large quantity of moisture from the room. This 

occurrence is normal in excessively humid, hot weather.

Remote sensing deactivating (some models)

Remote control is outside of range of the unit. Place remote within 8 m 

(26 ft.) of the unit.
Remote control signal is obstructed- remove any item blocking front of unit.
Low batteries. Replace batteries on remote control.

Filter Check LIGHT will not turn off

After 250 hours of operation the Filter Check LIGHT will turn on.
1. Check and clean the filter.
2. Reset the Filter Check LIGHT by completing the following:
    •   Press and hold the (-) button for 5 seconds, until a second beep  

is heard, and the Filter Check LIGHT shuts off

Summary of Contents for G17-12ESHWAC

Page 1: ...umbers below for your records Model Serial Date Purchased Please read the entire manual carefully to ensure proper operation of the product To find an electronic version of this manual please visit ww...

Page 2: ...LLATION INSTRUCTIONS 5 10 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11 14 CLEANING MAINTENANCE 15 16 BEFORE YOU CALL 17 19 WARRANTY 20 TABLE OF CONTENTS NOTICE Pictures within this manual are for reference only Please r...

Page 3: ...not disassemble or modify the unit Do not operate with wet hands Do not clean with water that may run inside the units electrical parts This may cause failure of the machine or electric shock Do not p...

Page 4: ...er cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when either the TEST button is pushed or it cannot be reset Please contact Customer Service If the power cord is damaged then it cannot be repaired It MUS...

Page 5: ...ion of Installation Location Installing the unit in the following places can be dangerous and may cause malfunction 1 Areas with strong heat sources vapors flammable or explosive gas sulfated gas or v...

Page 6: ...install the air conditioner in a narrow window you may not need to use the Flexible Screen sub assembly Please refer to requirement of window size for details All parts must be secured to firm wood ma...

Page 7: ...es Remote Control Type B Screws 6 Flexible Screen Panel Seal 2 Flexible Screen 2 Upper Guide Rail Window Unit Window Sill And Sash Seal With Adhesive 2 Flathead screwdriver Foam Top Gasket Without Adh...

Page 8: ...exible Screens ensure that the sides marked LEFT and RIGHT are installed into the left and right side of the unit A Hold Frame with one hand while extending Flexible Screen with other hand Slide edge...

Page 9: ...re offset to provide the proper pitch to the rear of 8 cm 5 16 This is necessary for proper condensed water utilization and drainage If you are not using the side panels for any reason this pitch to t...

Page 10: ...conditioner and the window frame see Figure 10 length Locate the Foam Insulation from the packaging Cut the insulation into a rectangular shape to match the width as measured in figure 10 Remove adhes...

Page 11: ...and evaporates unwanted moisture without extra cooling Sleep Mode Automatically increases the set temperature 2 after the first hour and another 2 after the second hour This feature limits compressor...

Page 12: ...ture in FAN mode Shows the room set temperature in COOL DRY or ENERGY SAVER modes Increase Decrease Use to set temperature when in COOL and FAN SPEED mode Pressing or button once will increase or decr...

Page 13: ...VER mode to maintain the most comfortable temperature Timer Button Press this button to initiate AUTO ON AUTO OFF timer Press this button twice to cancel auto timer i Feel Button i Feel function will...

Page 14: ...ccording to the user s preference Adjust the air frame up or down to direct the air flow according to the user s preference OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Air Flow Adjustment NOTICE This picture is for refere...

Page 15: ...the metal fins in the air conditioner when removing the filter To clean panel surface wipe with a soft dry cloth Check the coils on the outdoor side of unit periodically to ensure they are not clogged...

Page 16: ...Control 1 Press the back side of remote control marked with OPEN as shown in the figure and then push out the BATTERY COVER of battery box along the arrow direction 2 Replace two AAA 1 5V dry batterie...

Page 17: ...igerant is passing through the evaporator Pinging or Droplet Sounds When droplets of water hit the condenser during normal operation it may cause pinging or droplet sounds WARNING If the below errors...

Page 18: ...Codes appear please call Customer Service IF THESE SOLUTIONS FAIL PLEASE CALL 1 866 658 0466 FOR GREE CUSTOMER SERVICE BEFORE YOU CALL MALFUNCTION CODE SOLUTION F1 Please contact Customer Service F2 F...

Page 19: ...set too high Turn temperature setting down Air louvers are not adjusted properly Check and adjust louvers to direct air flow Air ventilation is blocked hindered Remove any object blocking air flow dr...

Page 20: ...Damage caused by replacement of house fuses or resetting circuit breakers Damage caused by repairs or alterations Damage caused after delivery Labor or other costs incurred for diagnosing repairing r...

Page 21: ...21 Gree Customer Service Hours 9am 5pm CST Monday Friday Phone 1 866 658 0466 Email customerservice greeproducts com Website www greeproducts com M080317 12WAC...

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