GE General Electric Air Conditioner AST05 User Manual

Safety Information  
Owner’s Manual &  
Installation Instructions  
Adapter Plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Connect Electricity  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
Extension Cords  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3  
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2  
ASP05  
ASV05  
AST05  
AST06  
Operating Instructions  
Controls   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4, 5  
Care and Cleaning  
Air Filter  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Front Grille  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7  
Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Outdoor Coils  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6  
Installation Instructions  
Preparing to Install the  
Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8  
Through the Wall  
Installation–Optional  . . . . . . . . . . .13  
Window Installation . . . . . . . . . . .9–12  
Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . . . . . .14  
Normal Operating  
Sounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14  
Consumer Support  
Consumer Support  . . . . .Back Cover  
Product Registration  . . . . . . . . .17, 18  
Warranty  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19  
Write the model and serial  
numbers here:  
# ______________________________  
# ______________________________  
Find these numbers on a label on the  
side of the air conditioner.  
49-7399-1 JR 11-00  
SafeyIructions  
WARNING!  
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS115-Volt models only  
Because of potential safety hazards under certain  
CAUTION:  
DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the  
230/208 volt models.  
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.  
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USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS –115-Volt models only  
Because of potential safety hazards under certain  
When disconnecting the power cord from the  
conditions, we strongly recommend against the use adapter, always hold the adapter in place with  
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of an adapter plug.  
one hand 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.  
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.  
If the adapter ground terminal breaks,  
DO NOT USE the air conditioner until a  
proper ground has been established.  
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.  
Attaching the adapter ground terminal to a wall outlet  
cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the  
cover screw is metal, and 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.  
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READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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About the controls on the air conditioner.  
Features and appearance will vary.  
OFF  
OFF  
HI  
FAN  
LOW  
FAN  
OFF  
HIGH  
FAN  
HIGH  
COOL  
HI  
FAN  
HI  
COOL  
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LOW  
FAN  
MED  
COOL  
HI  
COOL  
LOW  
FAN  
LOW  
COOL  
LOW  
COOL  
LOW  
COOL  
MED COOL  
MODE CONTROLS  
Your model will have one of the above type controls.  
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TEMP CONTROLS  
Your model will have one of the above type controls.  
Controls  
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Mode Controls  
Temp Controls  
HIGH COOL, MED COOL and LOW COOL provide  
cooling with different fan speeds.  
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 to a  
higher number the indoor air will become  
cooler. Turn the knob to a lower number and  
the indoor air will become warmer.  
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LOW FAN or HIGH FAN provides air circulation  
and filtering without cooling.  
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 midpoint.  
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For Maximum Cooling—Select HIGH COOL with the  
temp control at the highest number available on  
your knob.  
For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling—Select LOW COOL  
with the temp control at midpoint.  
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Additional controls and important information.  
Vent Control (on some models)  
The vent control is located on the inside of the air  
louvers in the lower right corner.  
When set at CLOSE, only the air inside the room will  
be circulated and conditioned. When set at OPEN,  
some inside air is exhausted outside.  
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To open the vent, push the lever to the right.  
To close it, push it to the left.  
Air Direction – Side-to-Side  
On some models, the side-to-side air direction is  
adjusted by the louver levers or by grasping and  
moving the inner vertical louvers .  
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Air Direction – Up and Down (on some models)  
Fingertip pressure on the horizontal louvers adjusts  
the air direction up or down.  
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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.  
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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.  
Air Filter  
OpeagIructions  
The air filter behind the front grille should be  
checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more  
often if necessary.  
To remove (on some models):  
Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and  
let the filter dry before replacing it.  
Grab the tabs on  
the filter and pull  
it up and out.  
CAUTION: DO NOT operate the air conditioner without  
a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce  
performance.  
To remove (on some models):  
Open the inlet grille upward by pulling out the  
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bottom of the inlet grille.  
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Grab the tab on the filter  
and pull it to the right.  
Using the tab, pull up slightly on the filter to  
release it and pull it down.  
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Front Grille and Case  
Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug  
from the wall outlet before cleaning.  
Gently but firmly grasp the lower grille corners  
and pull forward to release.  
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To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not  
use bleach or abrasives.  
To remove the front grille:  
On some models, remove the knobs and the  
screw behind the left knob.  
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Lift the top of the grille up and off to release  
from the tabs.  
C
On some models, remove the knobs, filter and  
screw behind the filter bottom.  
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To replace the grille:  
Hook the front of the grille onto the tabs  
on the top of the case.  
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Snap the bottom sides of the grille into  
the case slots.  
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Replace the screw and attach the knobs.  
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Preparing to install the air conditioner.  
Read these instructions completely and carefully.  
Before You Begin  
NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with  
CAUTION:  
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the air conditioner after installation is completed.  
Do not, under any circumstances, cut or  
remove the third (ground) prong from the  
power cord.  
NOTE TO CONSUMER: Keep this Owner’s Manual  
and Installation Instructions for future use.  
Do not change the plug on the power cord  
of this air conditioner.  
IMPORTANT NOTES:  
For personal safety, this air conditioner must be  
properly grounded.  
Aluminum house wiring may present  
special problems—consult a qualified  
electrician.  
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.  
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Electrical Requirements  
Some models require 115/120-volt a.c.,  
60 Hz grounded outlet protected with  
a 15-amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.  
Some models require 230/208-volt a.c.,  
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 fire hazard from  
overheating wires.  
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.  
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Tools You Will Need  
Phillips-head screwdriver  
Adjustable wrench  
Scissors or knife  
Pencil  
Level  
Ruler or tape measure  
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Window Installation Instructions.  
Parts Included  
Window  
sash seal  
Top mounting rail  
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Foam top  
window gasket  
Top mounting rail  
seal strip  
Left  
accordion  
panel  
Air  
conditioner  
Right  
accordion  
panel  
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Security bracket (3)  
Type A (9)    
Type B (8)  
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Window Installation Instructions.  
Read completely, then follow step-by-step.  
Window Requirements  
These instructions are for a standard double-  
hung window. You will need to modify them for  
other types of windows.  
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The air conditioner can be installed without  
the accordion panels if needed to fit in a narrow  
window. See the window opening dimensions  
below.  
1278min.  
All supporting parts must be secured to firm  
wood, masonry or metal.  
22to 36″  
(With accordion panels)  
The electrical outlet must be within reach of the  
power cord.  
171316min.  
(Without accordion panels)  
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Storm Window Requirements  
A storm window frame will not allow the air  
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WOOD PIECES—  
WIDTH: 2″  
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.  
LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside the window  
frame.  
Wood  
1/2higher  
than frame  
THICKNESS: To determine the thickness, place a  
piece of wood on the stool to make it 1/2higher  
than the top of the storm window frame.  
Stool  
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Attach securely with nails or screws provided by  
the installer.  
Storm window  
frame  
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Prepare the Air Conditioner  
Remove the backing from the top mounting  
Loosen the lower screw on each side of the case  
and hook a security bracket on each side.  
Tighten the screws to secure the brackets  
in place.  
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A
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rail seal strip and attach it to the bottom of the  
top mounting rail.  
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Security bracket  
Install the top mounting rail with 3 type A  
screws from the outside of the case.  
B
Security bracket  
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Top mounting rail  
Insert the frames of the accordion panels into  
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the top and bottom mounting rails. Attach the  
accordion panels to the side of the case using 6  
type A screws.  
Bottom mounting rail  
Top mounting rail  
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Window Installation Instructions.  
Install the Air Conditioner in the Window  
Cut the window sash seal to the window  
Extend the left and right accordion panels  
to the vertical window sashes and attach  
with 4 type B screws. Attach the top  
mounting rail to the sash with a type  
B screw.  
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C
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width and stick the adhesive side to the  
bottom of the sash.  
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Window sash seal  
Type B screw  
Type B  
screws  
Place the air conditioner on the stool with  
the bottom mounting rail against its back  
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edge. Center it and close the window  
securely behind the top mounting rail.  
It should be level or slightly tilted to the  
outside. Use a level; about a 1/3 bubble will  
be the correct case slant to the outside.  
Type B  
screws  
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Type B  
screw  
Attach the brackets to the stool on both  
sides using two type B screws.  
Install the Security Bracket and the Foam Top Window Gasket  
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Attach a security bracket with a type B screw.  
Cut the foam top window gasket to the  
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B
C
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window width.  
Stuff the foam between the glass and the  
window to prevent air and insects from getting  
into the room.  
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Through the Wall Installation Instructions–Optional.  
The case may be installed through the wall in both existing and new construction.  
Read completely, then follow step-by-step.  
IMPORTANT  
Through the wall installation is not appropriate  
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if any of the side louvers in the case will be  
obstructed by the wall.  
All side louvers in the case must project on the  
outdoor side of the wall.  
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The room side of the case must project into the  
room at least 134from the finished wall.  
The case must be installed level from side-to-side  
and with a slight tilt from front to rear. Use a level;  
about a 1/2 bubble will be the correct case slant to  
the outside.  
Remove the air conditioner from the case.  
A
For specific instruction, refer to the Window  
Installation Instructions.  
Place the case in the wall opening and  
secure with 12 1long #10 wood screws.  
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Make certain a wall receptacle is available  
close to the hole location or make  
arrangements to install a receptacle.  
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NOTE: Drill pilot holes, if necessary, for proper  
installation. If the frame is oversized, use shims  
to prevent case distortion.  
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.  
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Plaster line  
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Lintel angle (if required)  
Trim molding (if desired)  
Caulking  
OUTSIDE  
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Air louvers  
(must project on  
the outdoor side  
of the wall.)  
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Wood Filler and Caulking  
(above & below the flashing)  
Flashing (Drip rail)  
4.5 cm (13/4) min.  
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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  
does not start  
The air conditioner  
is unplugged.  
Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed  
completely into the outlet.  
The fuse is blown/circuit  
breaker is tripped.  
Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace  
the fuse or reset the breaker.  
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Power failure.  
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  
not cool as it should  
Airflow is restricted.  
Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or furniture  
blocking the front of the air conditioner.  
The temp control may  
not be set correctly.  
Turn the temperature knob to a higher number.  
The air filter is dirty.  
Clean the filter at least every 30 days.  
See the Operating Instructions section.  
The room may have been hot.  
Cold air is escaping.  
When the air conditioner is first turned on you need to  
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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.  
See “Air conditioner freezing up” below.  
Cooling coils have iced up.  
Air conditioner  
freezing up  
Ice blocks the air flow  
and stops the air conditioner  
from cooling the room.  
Set the mode control at HIGH FAN or HIGH COOL with  
the temp at 1 or 2.  
Water drips outside  
Water drips indoors  
Excessively hot and  
humid weather.  
This is normal.  
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The air conditioner is not  
tilted to the outside.  
For proper water disposal, make sure the air conditioner  
slants slightly from the case front to the rear.  
Water collects in  
base pan  
Moisture is removed from  
indoor air and drains into  
rear of a cabinet where a fan  
blows it against the outdoor  
condenser coil.  
This is normal for a short period in areas with little  
humidity; normal for a longer period in very humid areas.  
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Normal Operating Sounds  
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You may hear a pinging noise caused by water  
being picked up and thrown against the  
Water will collect in the base pan during  
high humidity or on rainy days. The water  
condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is  
high. This design feature helps remove moisture  
and improve efficiency.  
may overflow and drip from the outdoor side  
of the unit.  
The fan may run even when the compressor  
You may hear the thermostat click when the  
does not.  
compressor cycles on and off.  
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Notes.  
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Notes.  
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General Electric Company  
Warranty Registration Department  
P.O. Box 32150  
Louisville, KY 40232-2150  
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration  
Dear Customer:  
Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your confidence in us.  
We are proud to have you as a customer!  
Follow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:  
Complete and mail  
your Consumer  
After mailing the  
registration below,  
store this document  
in a safe place. It  
contains information  
you will need should  
you require service.  
Our service number is  
800 GE CARES  
Read your Owner’s  
Manual carefully.  
It will help you  
operate your new  
appliance properly.  
Product Ownership  
Registration today.  
Have the peace of  
mind of knowing we  
can contact you in the  
unlikely event of  
a
safety modification.  
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(800-432-2737).  
Model Number  
Serial Number  
Important: If you did not get a registration card with your  
product, detach and return the form below to  
ensure that your product is registered, or register  
Cut here  
Consumer Product Ownership Registration  
Model Number  
Serial Number  
Mr. Ms. Mrs. Miss ■  
First  
Name  
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Name  
Street  
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Apt. #  
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Zip  
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Year  
Occasionally, we may allow selected companies to send you information.  
Check here if you do not want this information.  
General Electric Company  
Louisville, Kentucky  
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Air Conditioner Warranty.  
All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers,  
Staple your receipt here.  
Proof of the original purchase  
date is needed to obtain service  
under the warranty.  
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or an authorized Customer Care technician. To schedule service,  
call 800-GE-CARES.  
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:  
One Year  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
Any part of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.  
During this full one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor  
and in-home service to replace the defective part.  
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Five Years  
From the date of the  
original purchase  
Any part of the sealed refrigerating system (the compressor, condenser, evaporator  
and all connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.  
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  
product.  
Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit  
breakers.  
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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  
for the intended use, contact your dealer or installer.  
You are responsible for providing adequate electrical  
connecting facilities.  
protected.  
Damage to the product caused by improper power supply  
voltage, accident, fire, floods or acts of God.  
Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible  
defects with this air conditioner.  
Failure of the product resulting from modifications to the  
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.  
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This warranty is extended 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.  
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Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225  
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Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing generally  
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