GE AKS05 Air Conditioner User Manual
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1. S Wy Screw B C D E F Cut the foam top window gasket to the window width Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room Attach the front grille frame to the case by inserting the tabs on the grille frame into the slots on the front top of the case Push the grille frame in until it snaps into place around the power cord on the right side Guide the lever carefully through the grille frame as you push it in Secure the front grille frame to the case by replacing the screws removed earlier Install the filter Hook the inlet grille in the frame and close it Connect power 15 suoyonysuy ajes Q 3 S S3 Q 2 S S 7 A 2 A Q 3 A S 2 a S 7 sdij bunooysajqnoij yioddngs 1aumnsuog Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S 3 Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 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 Problem Possible Causes What To Do Air conditioner The air conditioner e Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed does not start is unplugged completely into the outlet The fuse is blown circuit e Check the house fuse circuit breaker box and replace breaker is tripped the fuse or reset the break2. Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Window Installation Instructions 6 12 Install the Side Accordion Panels Slide the left and right accordion panels into the top and bottom mounting rails Accordion panel Type A screws Attach the accordion panels to the case using 4 Type A screws on each side Top mounting rail YM Bottom mounting rail Prepare the Window A Cut the window sash seal to the window width and stick the adhesive side to the bottom of the sash Mark the centerline of the stool Measure and mark the locations for the support assemblies 8 from both sides of the centerline Assemble the Supports A Loosely attach a support bracket to a support C Before attaching the support hold the neck of rail using 2 Type A screws the support rail against the back edge of the window stool Type A screws gt Adjust as needed Neck of support rail D Adjust the position of the support bracket NOTE The support bracket may be attached into either slot in inward or outward on the support rail until the support rail depending on the depth of your window sill the leveling bolt is near the outside edge of the sill NOTE Make sure that the leveling bolt will be firmly supported by the sill B Thread a leveling bolt into the support brack
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4. Air Conditioners GEAppliances com Safety Instructions 2 3 Operating Instructions Contro sorer esr ententen task 4 5 Care and Cleaning Air Filter 5 5 dao cas has cae sao aod 6 Front Grilec3 vied ade tre seh ieeee 7 Grille and Case 04 6 Outdoor Coils 04 6 Installation Instructions 7 15 Troubleshooting Tips 16 Normal Operating Sounds 16 Consumer Support Consumer Support Back Cover Product Registration 17 18 Walaa e eiiean dia anes ito 19 Write the model and serial numbers here Model Serial Find these numbers on a label on the side of the air conditioner Owner s Manual and Installation Instructions AKSO5 AKVO5 49 7430 01 02 JR Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S 3 S S amp amp Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING WW ef SAFETY PRECAUTIONS A WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire electric shock or personal injury Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner s Manual This air conditioner must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used Never unplug your air conditioner by pulling on the power cord Always grip plug firmly
5. 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 HOW TO CONNECT ELECTRICITY Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord For personal safety this appliance must be properly grounded The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a 3 prong grounding plug which mates with a standard 3 prong grounding wall outlet to minimize the possibility of electric shock hazard from this appliance Have the wall outlet and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded Where a 2 prong wall outlet is encountered it is your personal responsibility and obligation to have it replaced with a properly grounded 3 prong wall outlet Turn the mode control OFF and unplug your air conditioner before making any repairs or cleaning NOTE We strongly recommend that any servicing be performed by a qualified individual For your safety do not store or use combustible materials gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance The air conditioner should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the rating plate This provides the b
6. d while pulling the power cord plug with the other hand If this is not done the adapter ground terminal is very likely to break with repeated use If the adapter ground terminal breaks DO NOT USE the air conditioner until a proper ground has been established Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the cover screw is metal not insulated and the wall outlet is grounded through the house wiring You should have the circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY N SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS suoyonysuy ajes Q S S Q A S S 7 A a q Q 3 A S Q S 77 sdij Gurjooysajqnosy yioddngs saunsuoy About the controls on the air conditioner Features and appearance will vary OFF CooL FAN Safety Instructions MODE CONTROLS Your model will have one of the above type controls Operating Instructions TEMP CONTROL S S 3 S amp Controls Mode Controls Temp Control HIGH COOL MED COOL and LOW COOL The temp control is used to maintain the provide cooling with different fan speeds room temperature The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room at the same CODE prods ening wig Meed fn level of comfort When you turn the knob to speed a higher number the in
7. door air will become LOW FAN HIGH FAN or FAN provides air cooler Turn the knob to a lower number and circulation and filtering without cooling the indoor air will become warmer 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 Troubleshooting Tips Cooling Descriptions For Normal Cooling Select HIGH COOL or MED COOL with the temp control at midpoint For Maximum Cooling Select HIGH COOL with the temp control at the highest number available on your knob For Quieter and Nighttime Cooling Select LOW COOL with the temp control at midpoint Consumer Support Safety Instructions Wie R Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances com t push the lever to the right it push it to the left To open the ven To close i La T a i a a AN cn 7 x n a AU as be circulated and conditioned When set at OPEN some inside air is exhausted outside Fingertip pressure on the horizontal louvers adjusts Air Direction Up and Down on some models the air direction up or down The side to side air direction is adjusted by moving Air Direction Side to Side on some models the lower left lever left or right The vent control is located on the inside of the air When set at CLOSE only the air inside the room will louvers in the lower r
8. e at your convenience Timely product registration will allow for enhanced communication and prompt service under the terms of your warranty should the need arise You may also mail in the pre printed registration card included in the packing material Printed in China
9. e hazard from overheating wires Scissors or knife Pencil Level suoyonysuy ajes Q 3 S w 3 eQ a A S Q S A 2 Q 3 a A S Q S 77 sdij bunooysajqnoij yioddngs 1aunsuog Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S 3 Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Window Installation Instructions Parts Included Foam top __ amp Left window gasket accordion panel Air conditioner case Top mounting rail Leveling bolt 2 Type A 22 F mounting rail Accordion panel clamp 2 Ss Window sash seal Right accordion panel Read completely then follow step by step 7 Window Requirements These instructions are for a standard double hung window You will need 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 below 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 Wood 1 2 higher than frame A Storm window frame 23 2 to 35 With acc
10. er Power failure e If power failure occurs turn the air conditioner OFF When power is restored wait 3 minutes to restart the air conditioner to prevent tripping of the compressor overload Air conditioner does Airflow is restricted e Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture not cool as it should blocking the front of the air conditioner The temp control may e Turn the temperature knob to a higher number not be set correctly The air filter is dirty e Clean the filter at least every 30 days See the Operating Instructions section The room may have been hot e When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to allow time for the room to cool down Cold air is escaping e Check for open furnace floor registers and cold air returns e Set the air conditioner s vent to the closed position Cooling coils have iced up e See Air conditioner freezing up below Air conditioner Ice blocks the air flow e Set the mode control at HIGH FAN or FAN or at freezing up and stops the air conditioner HIGH COOL or COOL with the temp at 7 or 2 from cooling the room Water drips outside Excessively hot and e This is normal humid weather Water drips indoors The air conditioner is not e For proper water disposal make sure the air conditioner tilted to the outside slants slightly from the case front to the rear Water collects in Moisture is removed from e This is normal for a short period in areas with little base pan indoor air and dra
11. est performance and also prevents overloading house wiring circuits which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires See the Installation Instructions Electrical Requirements section for specific electrical connection requirements J USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS 115 Volt models only G Because of potential safety hazards under certain When disconnecting the power cord from the V r A WARNING GEAppliances com USE OF EXTENSION CORDS 115 Volt models only Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord However if you must use an extension cord it is absolutely necessary that it be a UL listed 14 gauge 3 wire grounding type appliance extension cord having a grounding type plug and outlet and that the electrical rating of the cord be 15 amperes minimum and 125 volts conditions we strongly recommend against the use of an adapter plug However if you must use an adapter where local codes permit a temporary connection may be made to a properly grounded 2 prong wall outlet by use of a UL listed adapter available at most local hardware stores The larger slot in the adapter must be aligned with the larger slot in the wall outlet to provide proper polarity in the connection of the power cord A CAUTION DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the 230 208 volt models adapter always hold the adapter in place with one han
12. et An adjustable wrench may be needed E Tighten the Type A screws to secure the support bracket to the support rail in the correct position F Repeat steps A E to assemble the second support 13 suoyonysuy Ajaes Q 3 S w 3 eQ a A S Q S A 2 Q 3 A S Q S 77 sdij Gurooysajqnosy yioddngs saunsuoy Window Installation Instructions Install the Supports A Line up the V notches in the support rails with the left and right marks on the stool Make sure that the support rail is against the back of the stool and drill two 1 8 pilot holes into the stool through the holes in the head of the support rail Attach the supports to the stool using two Type B screws in each support Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Type B screws Install the Case in the Window 70 S S 3 S amp Carefully slide the case into the window until the bottom mounting rail drops into the channels in the supports Center the case and lower the window behind the top mounting rail The case should be slightly tilted to the outside Use a level about a 1 2 bubble will be the correct case slant to the outside B Attach the bottom of the case to the support rail with a Type A screw 1 on each side Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support 14 B Adjust the leveling bolts against t
13. he sill so that the supports have a slight tilt to the outside Use a level about 1 2 bubble will be the correct slant to the outside 1 2 bubble wn Leveling bolt NOTE Use a steel washer between the leveling bolts and the sill if the sill is weak Extend the left and right accordion panels to the vertical window sashes drill 1 8 pilot holes and attach the top corners with 2 Type B screws Use an accordion panel clamp on each lower corner to trap the panels Drill 1 8 pilot holes and attach the panel clamps with Type B SCrews oO Top mounting rail Panel clamp and Type B screw NOTE Seal any openings around the case or accordion panels with sealer or foam gaskets 7 2 Attach the Case to the Window Sash and Install the Foam Top Window Gasket A Drill a 1 8 pilot hole and attach the top mounting rail to the sash with a Type B screw Type B screw z Top mounting rail ey EE 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 Make sure the air conditioner is firmly seated Reinstall the locking brackets and screws removed earlier Mi i zi i i ili zhi ini IMPORTANT Reconnect the ground wire to the air conditioner Ground wire lt
14. ight corner Vent Control on some models Additional controls and important information 2 Care and cleaning of the air conditioner x Grille and Case 2 Turn the air conditioner off and remove the To clean use water and a mild detergent Do not gt plug from the wall outlet before cleaning use bleach or abrasives 4 Outdoor Coils The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner should be checked regularly If they are clogged with dirt or soot they may be professionally steam cleaned a service available through your GE service outlet Operating Instructions Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary 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 To remove S S 3 S amp 7 Open the inlet grille upward by pulling out the bottom of the inlet grille 2 Using the tab pull up slightly on the filter to release it and pull it down Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Preparing to install the air conditioner Read these instructions completely and carefully W Via SPP Before You Begin a N NOTE TO INSTALLER Leave these instructions with the air conditioner after instal
15. ins into humidity normal for a longer period in very humid rear of a cabinet where a fan blows it against the outdoor condenser coil 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 16 areas 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 does not GE Service Protection Plus GE a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability offers you Service Protection Plus comprehensive protection on all your appliances No Matter What Brand Benefits Include We Il Co ver Any Appliance Backed by GE e All brands covered A nywher Anytime e Unlimited service calls e All parts and labor costs included e No out of pocket expenses e No hidden deductibles e One 800 number to call You will be completely satisfied with our service protection or you may request your money back on the remaining value of your contract No questions asked It s that simple Protect your refrigerator dishwasher washer and dryer range TV VCR and much more any brand Plus there s no extra charge for emergency service and
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17. lation is completed NOTE TO CONSUMER Keep this Owner s Manual and Installation Instructions for future use IMPORTANT NOTES For personal safety this air conditioner must be properly grounded It is important to have the wall outlet and circuit 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 Flectrical Requirements Some models require 115 120 volt ac AD 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 k Tools You Will Need Phillips head screwdriver Adjustable wrench Ruler or tape measure Drill A CAUTION Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord Do not change the plug on the power cord of this air conditioner Aluminum house wiring may present special problems consult a qualified electrician Some models require 230 208 volt ac G protected with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker These models should be installed on their own single branch circuit for best performance and to prevent overloading house or apartment wiring circuits which could cause a possible fir
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19. on i Nt Pray i Mn Hn cay uct tt nr ni NID artit fans eH p KS h pt gga ut k it amp jt ATUL vis amp a apay mhi Ti til int ARNT TUN oSIITC ATR CMT e il NC A anana Soe UM NT rN qh Cir s2 HOT ith a Remove the screw securing the ground wire to the right side face of the unit N Ground wire G T j Screw Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the case i Rts Yn AR at STN oasa saa omenean npg Utg tt ANA CSCC mita OO aRt Ati san Nu MN Ki CEY asig en ay NAM ap N ty cet ta Ukte irga gy ta gy a d SN Siu Heyy tn mS TA 4 Remove the Shipping Block Remove and discard the shipping block next to the compressor suoyonysuy ajes Remove and discard shipping block F Install the Mounting Rails onto the Case Q 3 S S3 Q 2 S S 7 A 2 A Q 3 A S 2 a S 7 A Attach the top mounting rail onto the B Attach the bottom mounting rail to the top of the case with 4 Type A screws bottom of the case from the inside using 4 Type A screws Type A screws Nop 4 sdij Gurooysajqnosy yioddngs saunsuoy 11 Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S 3 Ss amp
20. ordion panels 17 min Without accordion panels 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 suoyonysuy ajes Q 3 S S3 Q 2 S S 7 A 2 A Q 3 A S 2 a S 7 sdij Gurooysajqnosy yioddns saunsuoy Safety Instructions Operating Instructions S S 3 Ss amp Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support Window Installation Instructions J Remove the Air Conditioner from the Case A Pull to unlatch the lower corners of the inlet grille and lift it up and off B Using the tab pull up slightly on the filter to release it and pull it down to remove Se eee Grille frame Screws D Pull the grille with your thumb while pushing the case with your fingers E Push the grille to the left and raise it up Lift the grille frame up and off NOTE Do not pull the bottom edge toward you more than 3 inches or you may damage the tabs of the grille 10 G H Remove the two locking screws and locking brackets from the lower front of the unit vat AC wot tl am
21. 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 four year additional warranty we will also provide free of charge all labor and in home service to replace the defective part What Is Not Covered 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 caused by possible Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the 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 Q 3 S 3 Q A S S 7 A a q Q 3 A S Q S 77 This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use w
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