GE AMH12 Air Conditioner User Manual
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1. tal line Lintel angle RIE if required M Trim IF molding Caulking gt lt i if desired on all 4 sides p Roomside on the e outside AA ae of the gt EK syne Case S Flashing Q Drip rail Caulking above amp below the flashing 1 4 min extension inside the wall from the trim moulding 2N S fe ans Installation Instructi eshooting Tips 7 Service Before you call for service Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service N Problem Possible Causes Air conditioner The air conditioner does not start is unplugged The fuse is blown circuit breaker is tripped Power failure Air conditioner does Airflow is restricted not cool as it should The temp control may not be set high enough The air filter is dirty The room may have been hot Cold air is escaping Cooling coils have iced up Air conditioner Ice blocks the air flow freezing up and stops the air conditioner from cooling the room Normal Operating Sounds You may hear a pinging noise caused by water being picked up and thrown against the condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is high This design feature helps remove moisture and improve efficiency You may hear the thermostat click when the compressor cycles on and off 14 What To Do Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely int2. GE Appliances Room Aar Conditioners Safety Information Congratulations E KERES 3 You Are Now Part of the GE Family Use of Extension Cords 3 Use of Adapter Plugs 3 Welcome to the GE family We re proud of our quality products and we are committed to providing dependable service You ll see it in this easy to use Owner s Manual and you ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department Best of all you ll experience these values each time you use your air conditioner That s important because your new air conditioner will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part Ope rati ng Instructions of ours for a long time to come OO E 4 5 We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your Care and Cleaning 6 purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home GE You A Service Partnership N O Va IM PORTANT gt Installation Instructions Oo N Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is packed with this product Preparing to Install the Air Conditioner mere 7 Window Installation 8 12 instruc Call For Service 14 Normal Operating Sounds 14 Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty E Through the Wall 13 E FOR YOUR RECORDS le JE Write the model and seria
3. ake sure the air conditioner is firmly seated toward the rear of the case Reinstall the locking bracket and screw removed earlier C y LS ID Depending on the location of the AC outlet route the cord to either the left or the right side e of the air conditioner Replace the front grille by pushing it in at the bottom until it snaps into place Replace the 2 screws and the control a knobs y Tr eshooting Tips Installation i Senice 12 Through the Wall Installation Read completely then follow step by step Prepare and Install the Case in the Wall Remove the air conditioner from the case For specific instructions refer to the Window Installation Instructions sommers 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 NOTES Drill pilot holes if necessary for proper installation If the frame is oversized use shims to prevent case distortion Make sure the air louvers are not blocked by the wall suop on ASU Burner Finish the Wall Opening Caulk all four sides on the outdoor side of the case to prevent moisture from getting through to the interior wall Use of flashing drip rail will further prevent water from dripping inside the wall and down the outside of the building j Plaster Brick veneer
4. 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 referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation Service Satisfaction If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE First contact the people who serviced your appliance Next if you are still not pleased write all the details including your phone number to Manager Consumer Relations GE Appliances Appliance Park Louisville KY 40225 Finally if your problem is still not resolved write Major Appliance Consumer Action Program 20 North Wacker Drive Chicago IL 60606 Printed in Malaysia
5. de the top mounting rail ms Type C screws Panel retainer SUORANASUJ Bune RAD Panel retainer j eg Install the Case in the Window A Cut the wndow sash sealing ribbon to the ID Extend the left and right accordion panels to window width and stick the adhesive side to the the vertical window sashes and attach with 2 bottom of the sash type A screws B Measure and mark the centerline on the E Attach the top mounting rail into the wndow window sill sash with 2 type B screws Secure the case to the window stool with 2 type A screws Sealing ribbon sly CUBOS GAIL Type B screws Type A screws M ark centerline Install the case into the opening and center on NOTE Drill pilot holes before attaching the screws the line marked Lower the window behind the F Seal small openings around the case with the top mounting rail The case should be installed putty provided level or with a slight tilt toward the outside Soyuos 11 Window Installation Instructions Install the Window Locking Bracket and the Foam Top Window Gasket A Attach the wndow locking bracket with a Cut the foam top window gasket to the window type A screw width Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room ans Install the Air Conditioner in the Case A Slide the air conditioner into the case Do not push on the controls or the finned coils M
6. e immediately all electric NOTE We strongly recommend that any service cords that have become frayed or servicing be performed by a qualified otherwise damaged individual Q pe The use of an extension cord is not gt recommended However if an extension cord is required to reach the nearest wall receptacle use only a UL listed 3 wire grounded 14 gauge 15A 125V appliance extension cord 2 USE OF EXTENSION CORDS SUORILASU 51 USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS you Because most 2 prong outlets are not For Proper Grounding grounded we strongly advise against using an adapter plug However a temporary connection may be made where local codes permit and if the 2 prong wall outlet is properly Ground the outlet through the house wiring grounded UL listed adapters are available at most hardware stores Screw the adapter to the outlet using the outlet cover screw j When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter hold the adapter close to the outlet When you plug the adapter in make sure the while pulling the plug out If this is not done larger prong goes into the larger slot to provide the grounding connector is likely to break with the proper polarity for the power cord repeated use If the grounding connector breaks DO NOT USE the air conditioner until a proper ground has again been made vib x K Read and follow this Safety Information carefully o ON SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS sly CUBOS aIL DONG f
7. iner Right accordion panel xX DB Panel Package of feks har putty 5 i 5 5 R i g 2 Service Read completely then follow step by step Window Requirements These instructions are for a standard double hung window You willneed 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 to the right All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood masonry or metal The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord Storm Window Requirements 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 1 2 higher yo Storm window Pa than frame frame woe Front Grille To remove the front grille A Remove the shipping tape if present Remove the knobs from the control panel B Remove the 2 screws that hold the grille in place If this is the first time the grille is being removed the screws will not be in place They are packed in a separate plastic bag At the bottom right side of the grille press inward on the case near the power cord Pull outward to the right on the grille until the tab releases On the bottom left side push inward on the case and pull outward to the left to release the tab Pull the grille to
8. l numbers here i p ik A Troubles hooting Tips You can find them on a label on the side of the air conditioner E Before You Staple sales slip or cancelled check here READ THIS MANUAL Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner properly Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of F Customer Service your air conditioner Q Warranty oo 15 You ll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Senice TATE DE Call For Service section If you review our chart of Troubleshooting HE PS GE Dto Tips first you may not need to call for service at all IF YOU NEED SERVICE ie 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 the back section Or you can always call the GE Answer Center at 300 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORM ATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire electric shock or personal injury Fo 01 IAN SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This air conditioner must be properly Turn the mode control to OFFand unplug installed in accordance with the Installation your air conditioner before making any na N Instructions before it is used repairs Repair or replac
9. o the outlet Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the breaker If power failure occurs turn the mode control to OFF When power is restored wait 3 minutes to restart the air conditioner to prevent tripping of the compressor overload Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner Turn the knob to a higher number The highest setting provides maximum cooling Clean the filter at least every 30 days See the Operating Instructions section When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to allow time for the room to cool down Check for open furnace floor registers and cold air returns Set the air conditioner s vent to the closed position e See freezing up below e Set the mode control at HIGH FAN or HIGH COOL with the temp at lor 2 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 Air Conditioner Warranty or an authorized Customer Care technician For service CG All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers call 800 GE CARES For The Period Of GE Will Replace At No Charge To You One Year Any partof the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship From the date of the During this full one year warrant
10. ors Coerating i 5 R i eshooting Tips F Service About the controls on the air conditioner ENERGY SAVER MODE CONTROL Controls Mode Control HIGH COOL MED COOL and LOW COOL provide cooling with different fan speeds LOW FAN or HIGH FAN provides air circulation and filtering without cooling ENERGY SAVER is recommended for cost savings The fan and compressor stop together when the room temperature reaches the thermostat setting It will turn on again as the room temperature rises NOTE If you move the switch from a cool setting to OFF or to a fan setting wait at least 3 minutes before switching back to a cool setting Cooling Descriptions For Normal Cooling Select HIGH COOL or MED COOL with the temp control at 5 or 6 For Maximum Cooling Select HIGH COOL with the temp control at 10 For Quieter Nighttime Cooling Select LOW COOL with the temp control at 3 or 4 TEM P CONTROL Temp Control 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 toa higher number the indoor air will become cooler Turn the knob to a lower number and the indoor air will become warmer Additional controls and important information Exhaust Control The exhaust control is located below the air direction louvers sommers When set at CLOSE only the air inside
11. the room will be circulated and conditioned When set at OPEN some inside air is exhausted outside SY Pre A A Bun Air Direction To change the air direction adjust the louvers up or down or left and right SUORINGSI 2 sly OUROS OIL 2N S Care and cleaning of the air conditioner Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug To clean use water and a mild detergent Do not from the wall outlet before cleaning use bleach or abrasives Outdoor Coils The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner should be checked regularly If they are clogged N N with dirt or soot they may be professionally steam all cleaned a service available through your GE service outlet fors Qoerating I Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary To remove Pull the tab at the top or the bottom of the filter and lift up 5 R i Clean the filter with warm soapy water Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it CAUTION DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance eshooting Tips Service Preparing to install the air conditioner Read these instructions completely and carefully SUOHOTLUISU ASES O nt xN Va Before You Begin TON NOTE TO INSTALLER Leave these instruc
12. tions with CAUTION O the air conditioner after installation Is completed O Do not under any circumstances cut or NOTE TO CONSUMER Keep this Owners Manual e is Prong MOME and Installation Instructions for future use power cord Do not change the plug on the power cord AO TES of this air conditioner For personal safety this air conditioner must be properly grounded Aluminum house wiring may present special problems consult a qualified It is important to have the wall outlet and circuit electrician checked by a qualified electrician if there is any doubt as to whether a proper ground exists Follow National Electric Codes NEC and or local codes and ordinances SUORANASUJ Bune RAD 0 Electrical Requirements 2 4 This model requires a 115 120 volt a c d 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 with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet 2 e Tools You Will Need Phillips head screwdriver Pencil Ruler or tape measure Level Scissors or knife Drill sly CUBOS Na DONG Window Installation Instructions Parts Included Left accordion Window locking panel bracket Foam top window gasket Top mounting rail Window sash sealing ribbon Panel reta
13. ward you and lift up 16 min 2546 to 42 With accordion panels 2246 min Without accordion panels Window opening dimensions are for a standard double hung window 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 securely with nails or screws provided by the installer Remove the 2 screws spe hoes suop on ASU Ouer j l PuRDOLsSSj pnOL SIIDVUOS Window Installation Instructions l Remove the Air Conditioner From the Case Remove the 2 shipping screws from the back of Slide the air conditioner from the case by the case pulling on the air conditioner s grip Safety Instructions Remove the locking bracket and grounding screw Keep these for later use Remove the 2 screws E p i a i DN P f Pull unit out here with 3 type B screws Install the screws from the inside of the case Top mounting rail w Grounding SM X screw Lo Y Locking i bracket Ey lt wa 8 y Prepare the Case Install the top mounting rail onto the top ofthe case E Type B screws Service 10 Install the Panels A Slide the left and right accordion panels into Insert a panel retainer in the first fold of each panel and attach them to the case with 2 type C screws on each si
14. xtended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA In Alaska the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state To know what your legal rights are consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state s Attorney General Warrantor General Electric Company Louisville KY 40225 15 SUORUPSU fun SUDO LSU 7 2 sly SBUROOUSO IO DING 5 E g 2 E ce CGistoner Service Telephone Numbers 16 GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 The GE Answer Center is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week In Home Repair Service 800 GE CARES 800 432 2737 Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away Special Needs Service 800 626 2000 800 TDD GEAC 800 833 4322 GE offers free of charge a brochure to assist in planning a barrier free kitchen for persons with limited mobility Service Contracts 800 626 2224 Purchase a GE service contract while your warranty is still in effect and you ll receive a substantial 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
15. y GE will also provide free of charge all labor original purchase and in home service to replace the defective part Five Years Any partof the sealed refrigerating system the compressor condenser evaporator From the date of the and all connecting tubing which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship original purchase During this five year warranty GE will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part What GE Will Not Cover Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit product breakers Improper installation If you have an installation problem Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosion or if the air conditioner is of improper cooling capacity protected for the intended use contact your dealer or installer You are responsible for providing adequate electrical connecting facilities Damage to the product caused by improper power supply voltage accident fire floods or acts of God Incidental or consequential damage to personal property Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the caused by possible defects with this air conditioner 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 This warranty is e
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