GE AEM15 User Manual

Air Conditioner  
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Operating  
Air Direction  
Control  
Installation  
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ElectricalRequirements...............................7  
Energy Saver  
Energy-Saving  
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Consumer Services ..................15  
Appliance Registration .................................2  
GE Appliances  
Keep the air filter clean.  
Keep furnace floor registers and cold air returns  
closed. Cold air can easily escape through them.  
For most efficient cooling, keep the Ventilation  
Control in the CLOSED position except when you  
want to exhaust air, smoke or odors from the room.  
Don’t let drapes or  
block the front of the  
unit and restrict air flow when it is operating.  
Don’t let the room get too hot.  
possible,  
heat  
It’s best to operate your air conditioner at high  
speed during extremely hot weather.  
turn the unit on before the room heats up.  
is “stored up” in walls, furniture,  
your air conditioner takes longer to produce the  
desired comfort condition.  
and draperies,  
Keep the outdoor coil clean.  
the air conditioner off before vacations or  
extended absences from home.  
Keep windows and doors closed. Cool, dry air  
escapes when they’re open.  
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CONTROLS  
CLOSED  
OPEN  
VENTILATION  
SELECTOR  
THERMOSTAT  
Selector  
Control  
Control  
OFF turns air conditioner off.  
FAN  
speed operation without cooling.  
FAN permits medium fan  
speed operation without cooling.  
When you turn the Thermostat  
Control to the desired setting, the  
thermostat will automatically  
control the temperature of the  
indoor air. The higher the number  
selected, the cooler the indoor air  
will be.  
When you move the Ventilation  
to CLOSED, the vent door  
is closed and only the air inside the  
room will be circulated and  
conditioned. Moving the control to  
OPEN opens the vent door,  
allowing a small amount of indoor  
air to be exhausted from the room.  
FAN  
high fan  
speed operation without cooling.  
However, cooling effectiveness is  
reduced when this control is set at  
OPEN, so we suggest you don’t  
Switch  
in  
LOW COOL permits cooling with  
low fan speed operation.  
keep it there  
in  
hot, humid weather.  
COOL permits cooling with  
medium fan speed operation.  
HIGH COOL permits cooling  
with high fan speed operation.  
Saver Stitch  
The Energy Saver Switch controls the fan operation. When it’s in the  
position, fan will circulate air continuously. When it’s  
NORMAL  
SAVE  
in the SAVE position, the fan will automatically cycle on and off with the  
compressor.  
ENERGY  
Freezing up  
If you notice that your air conditioner is not cooling as it should, it may be  
that ice has formed on the cooling coils. The ice blocks air flow and stops  
Outside air  
temperature  
dropping  
the unit from cooling the room. This  
up” is a temporary condition  
that most often occurs at night when the Thermostat is set at a higher  
number and the Selector is set on LOW COOL.  
To correct the condition, set the Selector at HIGH FAN or HIGH COOL  
and move the  
to the warmest setting.  
For Normal  
For Maximum  
1. Set the Selector Switch at  
3. Set the Energy Saver Switch at  
position for continuous  
1. Set the Selector Switch at  
HIGH COOL.  
HIGH COOL.  
fan operation or at SAVE position  
to automatically cycle the fan on  
and off with the compressor.  
2. Set the  
desired number  
Control at the  
2.  
the  
to 10.  
Control  
5-7 is a  
good  
position). If room  
3. Set the Ventilation Control  
at CLOSED.  
temperature is not satisfactory  
after a reasonable time, set  
Control at a higher  
4. Set the Ventilation Control  
at CLOSED except for brief  
periods when you want to  
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch  
at the  
position.  
number for a cooler room or at a  
lower number for a warmer room.  
exhaust room air to the outside.  
For Quieter Operation  
1. Set the Selector Switch at LOW COOL position.  
3. Set the Ventilation Control at CLOSED.  
2.  
the  
Control to the desired number.  
Control is set on 9 or 10  
4. Set the Energy Saver Switch at the  
position.  
When the  
the Fan is set on low speed, moisture may freeze on  
the coils and prevent the unit from cooling. If this  
When the Energy Saver Switch is at the SAVE  
position, changes in the sound level maybe more  
happens, set the  
at high speed and set the  
noticeable than when it’s at  
position.  
Control to a lower number.  
For  
Operation  
For Extreme  
During the cooler evening hours, we recommend that  
For greatest economy and best performance, we  
suggest you set the Selector Switch at HIGH COOL  
in extremely hot weather.  
you set  
Switch at LOW COOL for very  
quiet operation and the  
Control at mid-range  
at CLOSED and the  
or SAVE position.  
(5 or 6). Set the Ventilation  
Energy Saver Switch at NO  
To Adjust Air Direction  
Up and  
Side to side  
OFF  
ON  
Some models have a Circulaire Switch. For fixed  
side-to-side air direction, slide the Circulaire Switch  
to ON until the air is  
want, then move it to OFF.  
in the direction  
-
Separate  
are controlled by fingertip pressure on the louvers.  
regulate air upward, downward or  
straight out.  
of up-and-down air direction louvers  
For continuous side-to-side air circulation, set the  
Circulaire Switch to ON and leave it there.  
For models without the Circulaire feature, adjust the  
side-to-side air direction by using the levers on both  
sides of the louvers. Pull the lever outward as you  
move it side to side.  
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Maintenance  
& Cabinet  
off  
remove  
plug from the  
outlet  
coil on the outdoor side of the unit should be  
checked periodically and cleaned if clogged with dirt  
or soot from the atmosphere. If extremely soiled, it  
may need to be steam cleaned, a service available  
through your GE service outlet.  
Wipe the front grille with a clean cloth lightly  
dampened with mild liquid detergent.  
Wash the cabinet with mild soap or detergent and  
lukewarm water.  
Air  
Vacuum the filter on the dusty  
side to remove light dust. Wash  
the filter, cleaner side up, under  
gently flowing water to wash out  
accumulated dust and lint. If the  
filter is very dirty, use a mild  
household detergent in the wash  
air filter behind the  
should be washed at least every 30  
days or as often as it needs cleaning.  
grille  
water.  
the filter dry thoroughly  
before replacing it.  
NOTE: If the air conditioner is  
high through a wall, you  
can pull the lower part of the inlet  
grille toward you and pull the filter  
down and out.  
To remove the filter, grasp the  
upper part of the inlet grille and  
pull toward you.  
filter up and out.  
pull the  
Frame Removal  
The grille frame can be removed  
for more thorough cleaning or  
to make the model and rating  
information easier to read.  
To remove  
1. Grasp the upper part of the  
inlet grille and pull it away  
from the frame. Do the same to  
the lower part of the inlet grille.  
Then pull the grille straight out  
and off the frame.  
Remove and save  
two  
To  
the  
hex screws and the  
large tabs on the grille with the slots  
two side retaining screws that  
hold the frame to the chassis.  
on the frame and push  
until the grille snaps into pi=.  
on  
3.  
the frame.  
Use a magnetic-tipped screwdriver  
to attach the frame with the four  
screws removed in step 2.  
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OWNER: Keep these instructions for future use.  
Electrical  
Please Read Carefully  
HOW  
The  
branch circuit  
models require their own single  
protected  
FOR PERSONAL  
THIS APPLIANCE  
with a time delay fuse or circuit breaker. This is  
recommended for best performance and to prevent  
house wiring circuits, which could cause a  
possible fire hazard from overheating wires.  
REQUIREMENT  
models require a  
outlet protected with a  
The  
60  
time delay  
The power cord on these models has a  
perpendicular, tandem or large tandem-type plug that  
fuse or circuit breaker.  
The power cord on these models has a  
(grounding) plug that mates with a standard  
mates respectively with a  
perpendicular,  
tandem or large tandem-type wall outlet. These types  
of outlets are available at most hardware stores.  
(grounding) wall outlet (Fig.  
minimize the possibility  
of electric shock hazard from these appliances.  
Where a standard  
prong wall outlet is  
encountered, it is your  
personal responsibility  
and obligation to have it  
replaced with a properly  
grounded  
PREFERRED  
METHOD  
INSURE PROPER  
GROUND EXISTS  
BEFORE USE  
Fig.  
wall outlet.  
Whether your air conditioner is a 11  
or a 230/  
wall  
electrician if there  
is any doubt as to whether a proper ground  
it is important to have  
and  
checked by a  
USE  
Because of potential safety  
hazards under certain conditions,  
we strongly recommend  
against use of an adapter plug.  
However, if you still elect to use  
an adapter, where local codes  
permit, a temporary connection  
may be made to a properly  
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.  
Should the adapter ground  
terminal  
DO NOT USE the  
appliance until a proper ground  
has again been established.  
Attaching the adapter  
ground terminal to wall outlet  
cover screw does not ground the  
appliance unless cover screw is  
metal, and not insulated, and wall  
outlet is grounded through house  
wiring. You should have the circuit  
checked by a qualified electrician  
to make sure the outlet is properly  
grounded.  
USE OF  
Because of potential safety  
grounded  
wall outlet  
hazards under certain renditions,  
by use of a  
adapter  
we  
the use of an  
However, if you still elect to use  
an cord, it is  
necessary that it be a  
grounding type appliance  
cord and that the current  
carrying rating of the cord in  
recommend  
(Fig. 2) available at most local  
hardware stores.  
cord.  
IN  
When disconnecting the power  
cord from the adapter, always  
hold the adapter with one hand. If  
this is not done, the adapter  
amperes be equal to or greater than  
the branch circuit size shown on the  
rating nameplate of the appliance.  
ground terminal is very  
break with repeated use.  
to  
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Window Sash Seal  
Foam  
Gasket  
Top Rail  
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Frame  
Assembly  
(right)  
Screw  
Filler  
Panel  
Side  
Rail to Unit  
Type C Screws ,  
and Locknuts  
.
.
‘ ‘  
Type F  
Type D  
Type E  
Type C  
Type  
Type B  
o
Window  
suppor
Sill Angle Bracket  
Type D Bolt  
@-2  
@-2  
Standard  
window with actual  
window installation  
screwdriver  
opening width and minimum vertical opening.  
From bottom of sash to stool as follows  
(depending on your model):  
Adjustable wrench or  
Pencil  
Rule or tape measure  
Sharp knife or razor blade  
All the tools above  
(except knife or razor blade) plus  
Magnetic stud finder (optional)  
Handsaw  
Level  
Caulking gun  
Tin snips (optional)  
Hammer  
NOTE: All supporting parts should be secured  
to firm wood, masonry or metal.  
Chisel  
Concrete saw  
(if installing through a masonry wail)  
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2.  
AND SIDE  
A l/2’’ clearance below the window  
stool is required.  
If the storm window frame does not allow this  
clearance, attach a 1  
or  
strip of wood  
along the entire length of the window opening,  
flush with the back side of the stool, or remove  
the storm window for the air conditioning season.  
1. Attach foam gasket to top rail as shown.  
Sash  
2. Install top rail and side retainers to cabinet  
as shown, using 10 Type F screws.  
Storm Window Frame  
or Other  
REMOVE WE  
Remove the side retaining screws from  
either side of the case.  
Slide chassis from cabinet by holding with left  
hand while pulling on handle at bottom front of  
unit. Be careful of sharp edges on the coil fins.  
your unit has corrugated packing material inside  
the cabinet it must be removed. Do not remove  
the foam pads inside the cabinet Foam blocks on or  
around the compressor are to be removed. See note  
attached to compressor for which blocks to remove.  
NOTE: Handle is NOT intended for lifting the  
unit. It is only for sliding the chassis out of the  
cabinet for cleaning or maintenance.  
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3. ASSEMBLE WINDOWFILLER  
3. Shift cabinet left or right as needed to line up  
center of cabinet on center line marked on stool.  
Place cabinet on floor, bench or table.  
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Plastic  
Frame  
2. Slide the “1- section of the window filler panel  
into the panel retainer on the side of the  
cabinet as shown above. Do both sides.  
Fasten cabinet to window stool with 2 Type B  
screws. (You may want to drill pilot holes.)  
5.  
3. Insert top and bottom legs of the window filler  
panel frame into the channel in the top support  
angle and bottom rail. Do both sides.  
C Screws and  
(2 required for each support bracket)  
~/  
Plastic  
Frame  
Air Condition  
Linking  
Screw  
Hole  
0
Sill  
LEFT  
WindowFiller  
Panel  
(1 required for each support bracket)  
Hold each support  
bracket flush  
against outside of  
sill and tight to  
bottom of cabinet  
as shown. Mark  
4. Insert two Type A screws into holes in the top  
leg of the filler panel frame. Do not  
should slide easily.  
brackets at top  
level of sill and remove them.  
2. Assemble sill angle brackets to support  
brackets at positions previously marked, as  
shown. Hand tighten only—some adjustment  
may be required later.  
4. LOCATE  
Open window and mark center  
2. Place cabinet in window with bottom stool  
angle firmly seated over window stool as  
shown. Bring window down temporarily  
behind top rail to hold cabinet in place.  
3. Install  
brackets, with sill angle  
brackets attached, to cabinet as shown.  
4. Tighten all 6 bolts and screws securely.  
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6.  
8. SLIDE  
Carefully raise window to expose filler panel  
locking screws. Loosen screws (Type A) so  
panels slide easily.  
Be sure handle at bottom of unit is up. Then lift  
chassis and carefully slide it into cabinet. Do not  
push on controls or finned coils. Make sure  
chassis is firmly seated toward rear of cabinet.  
9.  
DIAL  
AND KNOBS.  
2. Extend panels to fill window opening  
completely and tighten locking screws on top.  
3. Close window behind top rail.  
@~  
AND SASH SEAL.  
If dial plate has a protective film, peel the film off  
carefully. Do not scratch the surface of the plate.  
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Remove inlet grille (see Care and  
Cleaning section).  
2. Attach grille frame to unit  
(see page 13, step 6).  
Trim sash seal to fit window width and  
into space between upper and lower sashes.  
3. Reinstall inlet grille (see Care and  
Cleaning section).  
2. Attach right angle safety lock with Type B  
screw as shown.  
3.  
seal on  
rail flush  
with front edge of rail and in contact with  
side seals.  
(c ontinue d  
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The cabinet may be installed through the wail in  
both existing buildings and new construction.  
2.  
WE  
Remove chassis from cabinet.  
The side louvers must project on the outdoor  
side of the wall.  
2. With caulking compound or electrical tape,  
seal 10 holes provided in cabinet for top rail  
and side retainers not used in this installation.  
The room side of the cabinet must project into  
the room at least  
the finished wall.  
The cabinet must be installed level from side to  
side and with a 3/8” tilt from front to rear.  
3.  
Place the cabinet into the wall opening with  
the bottom rail resting firmly on the bottom  
of the wood frame.  
2 wood screws,  
10 #10 wood screws, 1“ long  
Secure bottom rail to wood frame with two  
1“ long wood screws obtained locally.  
1 tube high grade caulking compound  
Lintel, if required, to support bricks or blocks  
above opening.  
3. Secure cabinet to wooden frame with ten # 10  
1“ long screws or nails obtained locally. If frame  
is oversize, use shims to eliminate distortion.  
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WALL OPENING  
.
1. Determine size of opening. Measure width  
and height of cabinet and add 1/8” to each  
dimension.  
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2. Choose the wall opening location. Be sure  
wall receptacle is (or will be) installed nearby.  
3. Make the opening. Frame it to  
the  
weight of the air conditioner. Add metal flashing  
over bottom of frame opening and 1“ up on sides  
to reduce the possibility of condensate entering  
the area between the inner and outer wall.  
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3.  
(continued)  
Be sure handle at bottom of unit is up. Then  
chassis and carefully slide it into cabinet. Do not  
push on controls or finned coils. Make sure  
chassis is firmly seated toward rear of cabinet.  
4. Caulk all four sides on the outdoor side of  
cabinet to prevent moisture from getting  
through to the interior wall. Use of flashing (a  
piece of aluminum or galvanized steel available  
at most hardware stores) will further prevent  
moisture from getting into interior walls.  
5.  
tight seal along the bottom of the  
caulk around the bottom rail. Install wood trim  
molding (obtained locally) around  
5.  
DIAL  
projection of cabinet if desired.  
See page 11, step 9.  
6.  
1. Remove the inlet grille from the grille frame.  
(See page 6.)  
Type  
G
Screw  
-
Type E Screw  
If  
a screw in this  
location, remove and discard the  
screw  
installing the grille frame.  
2. Attach the grille frame to the unit with two  
Type E Hex screws and with two  
Type G side retaining screws as shown above.  
Reinstall the inlet grille. (See page 6.)  
Optional:  
brackets maybe used.  
Installation of brackets are recommended for  
walls under 5“.  
Refer to Step 5 of window installation for  
assembly of support brackets. A wooden strip  
nailed to the outside wall should be used in  
conduction with the sill support angle brackets.  
Wooden  
strip  
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FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
This warranty is extended to  
the original purchaser and any  
succeeding owner for products  
purchased for use in the 48  
mainland states, Hawaii and  
For one year from date of original  
purchase, we will provide, free of  
charge, parts and service labor in  
your home to repair or replace  
the room  
fails because  
of a manufacturing defect.  
Washington,  
In Alaska the  
any  
warranty is the same except that it  
is LIMITED because you must pay  
to ship the product to the service  
shop or for the service technician’s  
travel rests to your home.  
FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY  
For five years from the date of  
original purchase, we will provide,  
free of charge, parts and service  
labor in your home to repair or  
of the  
system (the  
compressor, condenser,  
evaporator and all connecting  
tubing) that fails because of a  
manufacturing defect.  
Ail warranty  
provided by our  
Centers or by our authorized  
Customer  
normal working hours.  
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Service  
replace any  
servicers during  
Should your appliance need  
during warranty period  
or beyond, call 1-800-GE-CARES  
(1-800-432-2737).  
each of the  
Transportation expense to and  
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shop and shop  
service labor if required will be free  
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Improperinstallation.  
Failure of the product resulting  
from modifications to the product or  
due to unreasonable use including  
failure to provide reasonable and  
necessary maintenance.  
WHAT IS  
COVERED  
If you have an installation  
Service trips to teach you how to  
problem, or if the air conditioner is  
of improper cooling capacity for the  
intended use, contact your dealer  
or installer. You are responsible for  
providing adequate electrical  
connecting facilities.  
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, toil free:  
Failure due to corrosion on  
models not corrosion-protected.  
Damage to product caused  
by improper power supply voltage,  
accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
Replacement of fuses or resetting  
of circuit breakers.  
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In commercial locations labor  
to move the unit to a  
location where it is accessible for  
service by an individual technician.  
WARRANTOR IS NOT  
RESPONSIBLE FOR  
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
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Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the  
may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.  
To know what your rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
limitation or exclusion  
Warrantor: General  
Company  
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Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225  
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No.  
Pub  
49-7290  
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