GE General Electric Air Conditioner AQV06 User Manual

Models: AQV05 AQV06  
Air Conditioner  
Owner’s Manual  
3
4
Important Safety Information  
Operating Instructions  
The Controls on Your Air Conditioner  
Care of Product  
7
Installation Instructions  
Important Electrical Safety  
Window Installation  
12  
Helpful Information  
Things That Are Normal  
13  
If Something Goes Wrong  
Before You Call for Service  
GE Service Numbers  
Warranty  
GE Answer Center®  
800.626.2000  
GE Appliances  
Important Safety Information  
Read all safety information before using  
This air conditioner must be  
properly installed in accordance  
with the Installation Instructions  
before it is used.  
Turn the mode control knob to OFF  
and unplug your air conditioner  
before making any repairs.  
NOTE: We strongly recommend  
that any servicing be performed by  
a qualified individual.  
Repair or replace immediately  
all electric service cords that have  
become frayed or otherwise  
damaged.  
Extension Cord  
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. For  
models with nameplate ratings  
greater than 12 amperes, do not  
use an extension cord.  
Adapter Plug  
Because most 2-prong outlets are  
not 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 out-  
let is properly grounded.  
FOR PROPER GROUNDING:  
1 Screw the adapter to the outlet,  
using the outlet cover screw.  
2 Ground the outlet through the house  
wiring.  
When disconnecting the power  
cord from the adapter, hold the  
adapter close to the outlet while  
pulling the plug out. If this is not  
done, the  grounding connector is  
likely to break with repeated use.  
When you plug the adapter in,  
make sure the larger prong goes  
into the larger slot to provide the  
proper polarity for the power cord.  
This is a temporary method.  
UL-listed adapters are avail-  
able at most hardware stores.  
If the grounding connector breaks,  
DO NOT USE the air conditioner  
until a proper ground has again  
been made.  
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS  
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Operating Instructions  
TEMP CONTROL  
MODE CONTROL  
LOW  
COOL  
The  
5
4
MED  
COOL  
FAN  
OFF  
6
3
controls  
on your  
air  
HIGH  
COOL  
7
2
8
1
conditioner  
1
2
2
1
Temp Control  
Mode Control  
The temp control is used to maintain  
HIGH COOL, MED COOL and LOW COOL provide  
the room temperature. The compressor will  
cycle on and off to keep the room at the same  
level of comfort. The higher the number  
cooling with different fan speeds.  
FAN provides air circulation and filtering  
without cooling.  
selected, the cooler the indoor air will become.  
NOTE:  
The blower runs as long as the mode control is  
not on OFF.  
If you move the switch from a cool setting to  
OFF or to the FAN setting, wait at least 3 minutes  
before switching back to a cool setting.  
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Cooling Descriptions  
FOR NORMAL COOLING  
FOR MAXIMUM COOLING  
FOR QUIETER & NIGHTTIME COOLING  
Select MED COOL with the  
thermostat at 4.  
Select HIGH COOL with the  
thermostat at 8.  
Select LOW COOL with the  
thermostat at 4.  
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3
Air Direction  
Fingertip pressure on the louvers adjusts the  
air direction up or straight ahead.  
5
Operating Instructions  
Care & Cleaning  
Grille and Case  
Turn the air conditioner off and  
To clean, use water and a mild  
remove the plug from the wall out- detergent. Do not use bleach or  
let before cleaning.  
abrasives.  
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  
The air filter behind the front  
grille should be checked and  
cleaned at least every 30 days or  
more often if necessary.  
The filter can be cleaned with a  
vacuum cleaner to remove light  
dust or washed in warm, soapy  
water. Rinse and let the filter dry  
before replacing it. DO NOT expose  
the filter to heat or direct sunlight  
when drying.  
To remove: Gently pull the filter tab  
to the right and slide it out.  
CAUTION:  
DO NOT operate the air conditioner  
without a filter because dirt and lint  
will clog it and reduce performance.  
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Installation Instructions  
Important electrical safety–read carefully  
Important Notes  
For personal safety, this air  
CAUTION:  
conditioner must be properly  
grounded.  
Installer: Leave these  
instructions with the  
appliance.  
Do not, under any circumstances,  
cut or remove the third (ground)  
prong from the power cord.  
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.  
Owner: Keep these  
instructions for future  
use.  
Do not change the plug on the  
power cord of this air conditioner.  
Aluminum house wiring may  
present special problems—  
consult a qualified electrician.  
Follow National Electrical  
Code (NEC) or local codes  
and ordinances.  
Electrical  
The 115-volt models require a  
115/120- volt a.c., 60 Hz grounded  
outlet protected with a 15-amp  
time delay fuse or circuit breaker.  
Requirements  
Parallel  
115V., 15 Amp.  
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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Installation Instructions  
Before you begin  
Parts Included  
Window sash seal  
Bottom window gasket  
Foam top window gasket  
2 filler panels  
Air conditioner  
Security brackets (2)  
1screws (7)  
38screws (6)  
Tools Needed  
Phillips screwdriver  
Ruler or tape measure  
Knife or scissors  
8
Window  
Requirements  
These instructions are for a  
standard double-hung window.  
You will need to modify them for  
other types of windows.  
15min.  
5
1
8
4
23 ⁄ to 35 ⁄ ″  
The air conditioner can be  
installed without the filler panels  
if needed to fit in a narrow open-  
ing. See the window opening  
dimensions to the right.  
(with filler panels)  
3
4
19 ⁄ min.  
(without filler panels)  
Window opening dimensions  
are for a standard double-hung  
window.  
All supporting parts should be  
secured to firm wood, masonry  
or metal.  
The electrical outlet must be  
within reach of the power cord.  
Do not use an extension cord.  
Storm Window  
Requirements  
A storm window frame will not  
allow the air conditioner to tilt  
WOOD PIECES:  
WIDTH: 2″  
towards the outside and will keep it LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside  
1/2higher  
Wood  
than frame  
from draining properly. To adjust  
for this, attach a piece of wood to  
the stool.  
the window 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  
Storm  
window  
frame  
Attach securely with nails or screws.  
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Installation Instructions  
Read completely then follow step-by-step  
Attach the  
Window Sash Seal  
1 Cut the window sash seal to the  
2 Peel off the backing and attach  
proper length.  
the seal to the underside of the  
window sash.  
Install the  
Filler Panels  
1 Insert the right and left hand  
filler panels into the top and  
bottom rails.  
2 Secure them with six 3/8screws,  
three on each side.  
Install the Air  
Conditioner in  
the Window  
1 Open the window and place the  
air conditioner on the stool.  
Balance it and close the window  
securely behind the top rail. The  
unit should be leveled or slightly  
tilted to the outside.  
2 Slide the filler panels out on  
both sides into the sides of the  
window jamb.  
3 Insert the bottom window gasket  
into the space between the win-  
dow stool and the bottom of the  
air conditioner to seal outside air.  
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Secure the  
Air Conditioner  
1 Loosen the screws on both sides  
of the case. Hang the security  
brackets on and attach them to  
the case using the same screws.  
3 Secure the top rail of the air  
conditioner and the top of the  
filler panels to the sash using  
three 1screws.  
2 Secure the brackets to the  
stool on both sides using  
1screws.  
3 Using two 1screws, attach the  
filler panels to the sill, one on  
each side. Do not overtighten  
the screws.  
NOTE:  
The security brackets and top rail  
screws are used to keep the window  
from being raised from the outside.  
Install the Window  
Gasket  
1 Cut the foam top window gasket  
2 Stuff the foam between the  
glass and the window to prevent  
air and insects from getting into  
the room.  
to the window width.  
3 If no filler panels are used,  
you need to seal between the  
window and the air conditioner  
with filler.  
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Helpful Information  
Things that are normal  
Noise  
Explanation  
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.  
I G  
!
P N  
"CLICK"  
D R I P  
You may hear the thermostat click when the compressor cycles  
on and off.  
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 on.  
WHIR!  
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If Something Goes Wrong  
Before you call  for service  
Problem  
Possible Causes  
What to Do  
Air Conditioner  
Doesn’t 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 fuse or reset the breaker.  
Power failure  
Wait 3 minutes to restart the air conditioner.  
Air Conditioner Does  
Not Cool as it Should  
Air flow is restricted  
Make sure there are no curtains, blinds  
or furniture blocking the front of the  
air conditioner.  
The thermostat control may  
not be set high enough  
Turn the knob to a higher number.  
The highest setting provides maximum  
cooling.  
The air filter is dirty  
Clean the filter at least every 30 days.  
See the Care and Cleaning section.  
The room may have been hot  
When the air conditioner is first turned on  
you need to allow time for the room to  
cool down.  
Cold air is escaping  
Check for open furnace floor registers and  
cold air returns.  
Cooling coils have iced up  
See Freezing Up below.  
Air Conditioner  
Freezing Up  
Ice blocks the air flow  
and stops the air conditioner  
from cooling the room  
Set the mode control at FAN or  
HIGH COOL with the temp at 1 or 2.  
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GE Service Numbers  
We’ll be there!  
GE Answer Center®  
Whatever your question about any And you can call any time. GE  
GE major appliance, GE Answer  
Center® information service is  
available to help. Your call—and  
your question—will be answered  
promptly and courteously.  
Answer Center® service is open  
24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  
800.626.2000  
In-Home Repair Service  
A GE consumer service professional Our factory-trained technicians  
will provide expert repair service,  
scheduled at a time that’s conve-  
know your appliance inside and  
out—so most repairs can be han-  
nient for you. Many GE Consumer dled in just one visit.  
Service company-operated loca-  
800-GE-CARES  
(800-432-2737)  
tions offer you service today or  
tomorrow, or at your convenience  
(7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. weekdays,  
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Saturdays).  
For Customers With  
Special Needs  
Upon request, GE will provide  
Braille controls for a variety of  
GE appliances, and a brochure  
to assist in planning a barrier-free  
kitchen for persons with limited  
mobility. To obtain these items,  
free of charge, call 800.626.2000.  
Consumers with impaired hearing  
or speech who have access to a  
TDD or a conventional teletype-  
writer may call 800-TDD-GEAC  
(800-833-4322) to request informa-  
tion or service.  
800.626.2000  
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Service Contracts  
You can have the secure feeling that GE Consumer Service will still  
be there after your warranty expires. Purchase a GE contract while your  
warranty is still in effect and you’ll receive a substantial discount. With a  
multiple-year contract, you’re assured of future service at today’s prices.  
800-626-2224  
Parts and Accessories  
Individuals qualified to service  
their own appliances can have  
parts or accessories sent directly  
to their home. The GE parts system  
provides access to over 47,000  
parts…and all GE Genuine Renewal  
Parts are fully warranted. VISA,  
MasterCard and Discover cards  
are accepted.  
Care and cleaning instructions con-  
tained in this manual cover proce-  
dures to be performed by any user.  
Other servicing generally should be  
referred to qualified service person-  
nel. Caution must be exercised,  
since improper servicing may cause  
unsafe operation.  
800-626-2002  
Further Service  
We’re proud of our service and  
Finally, if your problem is still  
want you to be pleased. If for some not resolved, write:  
reason you are not happy with the  
Major Appliance Consumer  
Action Program  
20 North Wacker Drive  
Chicago, IL 60606  
service you receive, here are three  
steps to follow for further help.  
First, contact the people who ser-  
viced your appliance. Explain why  
you are not pleased. In most cases,  
this will solve the problem.  
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  
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AIR  
CONDITIONER  
WARRANTY  
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of original purchase  
date is needed to obtain service under warranty.  
What is Covered  
FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY  
**********************************  
For one year from date of original pur-  
chase, we will provide, free of charge,  
parts and service labor in your home to  
repair or replace any part of the room air  
conditioner that fails because of a manu-  
facturing defect.  
This warranty is extended to the origi-  
nal purchaser and any succeeding  
owner for products purchased for use  
in the 48 mainland states, Hawaii and  
Washington, D.C. In Alaska the warranty  
is the same except that it is LIMITED  
because you must pay to ship the prod-  
uct to the service shop or for the service  
technician’s travel costs 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 replace any part of the sealed refrig-  
erating system (the compressor, condenser,  
evaporator and all connecting tubing)  
that fails because of a manufacturing  
defect.  
All warranty service will be provided by  
our Factory Service Centers or by our  
authorized Customer Care servicers  
®
during normal working hours.  
Should your appliance need service,  
during warranty period or beyond,  
call 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737).  
What is Not  
Covered  
Service trips to your home to teach  
Replacement of house fuses or reset-  
you how to use the product.  
ting of circuit breakers.  
Read your Owner’s Manual. If you then In commercial locations labor neces-  
have any questions about operating the  
product, please contact your dealer or  
our Consumer Affairs office at the  
address below, or call, toll free:  
sary to move the unit to a location  
where it is accessible for service by an  
individual technician.  
Failure of the product resulting from  
modifications to the product or due  
to unreasonable use including failure  
to provide reasonable and necessary  
maintenance.  
Failure due to corrosion on models not  
corrosion-protected.  
Damage to product caused by improp-  
er power supply voltage, accident, fire,  
floods or acts of God.  
GE Answer Center®  
800.626.2000  
consumer information service  
Improper installation.  
If you have an installation 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 elec-  
trical connecting facilities.  
WARRANTOR IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.  
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation  
or exclusion 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 legal rights are in your state, consult your local or state consumer  
affairs office or your state’s Attorney General.  
Warrantor: General Electric Company If further help is needed concerning this warranty, write:  
Manager—Consumer Affairs, GE Appliances, Louisville, KY 40225  
Pub. No. 49-7351  
AQV05 AQV06  
10-96 CG  
Printed in Thailand  

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