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USER MANUAL AEE08AK GE

Safety Instructions .....2, 3

Operating Instructions .....4, 5

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter ....5

Grille and Case ....5

Outdoor Coils ....5

Installation Instructions

Through-the-Wall

Installation—Optional .....12

Window Installation .....7-11

Troubleshooting Tips .....13-14

Consumer Support

Consumer Support .....16

Warranty ....15

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

AEE08

AEE12

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

WARNING!

For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• 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 and pull straight out from the receptacle.
  ■ Replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the manufacturer and not repaired. Do not use a cord that shows cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either the plug or connector end.

If the receptacle does not match the plug, the receptacle must be changed out by a qualified electrician.
■ Turn the unit 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.
All air conditioners contain refrigerants, which under federal law must be removed prior to product disposal. If you are getting rid of an old product with refrigerants, check with the company handling disposal about what to do.

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.

DO NOT use an adapter plug with this appliance.

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.

Power cord includes a current interrupter device. A test and reset button is provided on the plug case. The device should be tested on a periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button and then the RESET button. If the TEST button does not trip or if the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service technician.

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.

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 best 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.

▲ WARNING!

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.

▲ CAUTION:

DO NOT use an extension cord with any of the 230/208 volt models.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the controls on the air conditioner.

Features and appearance will vary.

5 6 7 8 4 3 2 1 Warmer Cooler 9 10

1

Off Hi Heat Low Heat Fan Only Hi Cool Low Cool

MODE CONTROLTEMP CONTROL

2

Controls

1 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. Turn the knob clockwise to Cooler (blue) and the indoor air will become cooler. Turn the knob counterclockwise to Warmer (red) and the indoor air will become warmer.

2 Mode Control

Hi Cool and Low Cool provide cooling with different fan speeds.

Hi Heat and Low Heat provide heating with different fan speeds.

Fan Only setting provides air circulation and filtering without cooling or heating.

NOTE: If you move the mode control from a cool setting to Off, a fan setting or a heat setting, wait at least 3 minutes before switching back to a cool setting.

Cooling Descriptions

For Normal Cooling—Select Hi Cool or Low Cool with the temp control at midpoint.

For Maximum Cooling—Select Hi Cool with the temp control turned clockwise as far as possible.

For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling—Select Low Cool with the temp control at midpoint.

Heating Descriptions

For Normal Heating—Select Hi Heat or Low Heat with the temp control at midpoint.

For Maximum Heating—Select Hi Heat with the temp control turned counterclockwise as far as possible.

For Quieter & Nighttime Heating—Select Low Heat with the temp control at midpoint.

Additional important information.

Air Direction

Use the lever to adjust the air direction left and right only.

Fingertip pressure on the horizontal louvers adjusts the air direction up or down.

Illustration of a portable air conditioner unit with ventilation grilles and a hand adjusting its grille (no text or symbols)

Care and cleaning of the air conditioner.

Grille and Case

Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning.

To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives.

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:

Push on one side of the filter edge and pull it out the other side.

Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it. Do not clean the filter in a dishwasher.

Illustration of a portable air conditioner unit with hands operating it, showing heat dissipation (no text or symbols)

⚠ CAUTION: DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance.

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 cleaned.

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Installation Instructions

Air Conditioner

Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: ge.com

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

• IMPORTANT — Save these instructions for local inspector's use.
  • IMPORTANT — Observe all governing codes and ordinances.
• Note to Installer – Be sure to leave these instructions with the Consumer.
• Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions for future reference.
• Skill level – Installation of this appliance requires basic mechanical skills.
• Completion time – Approximately 1 hour
• We recommend that two people install this product.
• Proper installation is the responsibility of the installer.
• Product failure due to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty.
• You MUST use all supplied parts and use proper installation procedures as described in these instructions when installing this air conditioner.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

Some models require a 115/120-volt a.c., 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.

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.

overloading house or apartment wiring circuits, which could cause a possible fire hazard from overheating wires.

▲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.

Do not install this air conditioner in a window if the bolts do not contact the window sill. See the Window Installation Instructions in this manual.

TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

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Phillips head screwdriver

Adjustable wrench

Flat-blade screwdriver

Level

Ruler or tape measurePencil

Scissors or knife

Power cord includes a current interrupter device. A test and reset button is provided on the plug case. The device should be tested on a periodic basis by first pressing the TEST button and then the RESET button. If the TEST button does not trip or if the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service technician.

PARTS INCLUDED (appearance may vary) Foam top window gasket Left accordion panel Sill support (2) Nut (2) Bolt (2) Top mounting rail Right accordion panel Case bottom seal (thin, adhesive-backed) Type A (6) Type B (7) Type C (6) Type D (3) Window locking bracket (2)

① WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

• These instructions are for a standard double-hung window. You will need to modify them for other types of windows.
- All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal.
- The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord.

17" min. 27" to 36" (With accordion panels)

② STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS

A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt toward the outside, and will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood to the stool.

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 or the vinyl frame.

Attach securely with nails or screws provided by the installer.

1/2" higher than vinyl frame (on some windows) 1/2" higher than storm window frame Storm window frame Wood Stool Vinyl frame

③ REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER FROM THE CASE

A Remove and save the 2 screws from the lower sides of the front grille.

Front view illustration of an air conditioner unit with ventilation grilles and control panel (no text or symbols)

B Remove the two control knobs.

Front view of a portable air conditioner unit with ventilation grilles and control knobs (no text or symbols visible)

C Grasp the lower corners of the grille while pressing in on the case sides with your finger tips. Pull out to release and lift it up.

NOTE: Do not pull the bottom edge toward you more than 3" or you may damage the tabs of the grille.

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D Remove the screw from each side of the case. Keep them in a safe location.

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③ REMOVE THE AIR CONDITIONER FROM THE CASE (CONT.)
E Remove and save the ground wire screw.

Ground wire Ground screw FRONT

F Slide the air conditioner from the case by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the case. Do not pull or lift on the styrofoam discharge area.

Do not pull or lift in this area—damage to the unit may result FRONT

④ INSTALL THE BOTTOM CASE SEAL

- Peel the backing from the bottom case seal and attach it along the bottom of the case in front of the bottom mounting rail.

Bottom mounting rail Bottom case seal

⑤ INSTALL THE TOP MOUNTING RAIL ONTO THE CASE

Attach the top mounting rail onto the top of the case with 3 Type B screws.

Press firmly to drive the screws into the gasket and through the top mounting rail.

Type B screws Top mounting rail

6 INSTALL THE SIDE ACCORDION PANELS

A Slide the left and right accordion panels into the top and bottom mounting rails.
B Attach the accordion panels to the case using 3 Type A screws on each side.

Top mounting rail Accordion panel Type A screws BACK Bottom mounting rail

⑦ INSTALL THE CASE IN THE WINDOW
A Open the window and mark the centerline of the window stool.
B Carefully place the case on the window stool and align the center mark on the bottom front with the centerline of the stool.
C Pull the window down behind the top mounting rail.

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NOTE: Do not shut the window so tightly that movement of the accordion panels is restricted.

D Select the position that will place the sill supports near the outermost point on the sill. Place the short side of the sill supports, on the case bottom, toward the window. Attach the sill supports to the case track hole in relation to the selected position using 2 Type B screws in each support.

⚠️CAUTION: Do not install this air conditioner in a window if the bolts do not contact the window sill.

Long side of sill supports OUTSIDE

E Adjust the bolt and the nut in each support so that the case is installed with a slight tilt to the outside. Use a level; no more than 1/2 bubble will be the correct case slant to the outside.

7 INSTALL THE CASE IN THE WINDOW (CONT.)
F Secure the case to the window stool by using 3 Type D screws.

Sill support

G Pull the accordion panels to each window sash track. Attach them on each side to the window sash and the window stool using 4 Type C screws.

100mm x 5000 7

⑧ SECURE THE CASE IN THE WINDOW AND INSTALL THE FOAM TOP WINDOW GASKET

A Attach the window locking brackets (one on each side) with Type C screws.

B Cut the foam top window gasket to the window width.

C Stuff the foam between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room.

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9 INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE CASE

A Slide the air conditioner into the case by the base pan. Do not push on the controls, styrofoam air discharge housing or the finned coils. Make sure the air conditioner is firmly seated.

Do not press on these areas— damage to the unit may result Base Pan

B Replace the 2 screws removed earlier, one on each side of the case.

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C Reattach the ground wire to the unit using the ground wire screw.

Ground wire Ground screw

9 INSTALL THE AIR CONDITIONER IN THE CASE (CONT.)

D Attach the front grille to the case by inserting the tabs on the grille into the slots on the front top of the case. Push the grille in.

Diagram showing a hand holding a tool interacting with a device, with an arrow indicating the process and a speech bubble containing a mechanical component.

E Secure the front grille to the case by replacing the 2 screws removed earlier. Press on the top of the grille to help with side screw installation.

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F Replace the two control knobs.

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G Connect power.

The case may be installed through-the-wall in both existing and new construction.

Read completely, then follow step-by-step.

NOTE: Obtain all materials locally for mounting the air conditioner through-the-wall.

① IMPORTANT (cont.)
D Secure with 14 wood screws anchored at least an inch into the wall support structure.

NOTE: Drill pilot holes, if necessary, for proper installation. If the frame is oversized, use shims to prevent case distortion.

① IMPORTANT

Through-the-wall installation is not appropriate if any of the side or top louvers in the case will be obstructed by the wall.

All side and top louvers in the case must project on the outdoor side of the wall.

The room side of the case must project into the room far enough to maximize the balance of the unit.

The case must be installed level from side-to-side and with a slight tilt from front to rear. Use a level; no more than a 1/2 bubble will be the correct case slant to the outside.

Lintel angle is required to support bricks or blocks above opening.

Flashing is required and should extend the length of the opening to ensure no inside cavity leakage occurs.

A Remove the air conditioner from the case. For specific instruction, refer to the Window Installation Instructions.
B Make certain that a wall receptacle is available close to the hole location or make arrangements to install a receptacle.

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C Place the case in the wall opening and place wood support strips between the case bottom and the flashing on both sides of the bottom rail. They should be the same height as the bottom rail and the same length as the wall opening.

② FINISH THE WALL OPENING

A 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.

Plaster line Lintel angle Caulking Trim molding (if desired) OUTSIDE INSIDE Bottom rail Air louvers (top and sides must project on the outdoor side of the wall) Wood filler and caulking (above and below the flashing) Flashing (Drip rail) Case bottom Bottom rail Flashing (Drip rail) Wood support strips

B Place the air conditioner into the case. For specific instruction, refer to the Window Installation Instructions.

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 conditionerdoes not start	The air conditioneris unpluggedinto the outlet.	Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely
	The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is trippedthe fuse or reset the breaker.	Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace the breaker.
	Power failure	The unit will automatically re-start in the settings last used after the power is restored.There is a protective time delay (approximately 3 minutes) to prevent tripping of the compressor overload. For this reason, the unit may not start normal cooling or heating for 3 minutes after it is turned back on.
	The current interrupter • Press the device is tripped	RESETbutton located on the power cord plug.If the RESETbutton will not stay engaged, discontinue use of the air conditioner and contact a qualified service technician.
Air conditionerfreezing up	Ice blocks the air flow • Set the mode control at and stops the air conditioner temp control at a warmer setting.from cooling the room
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 clockwise as far as possible.
	The air filter is dirty	Clean the filter at least every 30 days. See the Operating Instructions 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.Set the air conditioner's vent to the closed position.
	Cooling coils have iced up	See “Air conditioner freezing up” above.
Air conditioner does not warm 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 low enough	Turn the knob counterclockwise as far as possible.The lowest setting provides maximum warming.
	The air filter is dirty	Clean the filter at least every 30 days. See the Operating Instructions section.
	The room may have been cold	When the air conditioner is first turned on, you need to allow time for the room to warm up.
	Warm air is escaping	Check for open furnace floor registers and cold air returns.

Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips

Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Water drips outside	Excessively hot and • This is normal.humid weather
Water drips indoors	The air conditioner is not• 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 base pan	Moisture is removed from• This is normal for a short period in areas with indoor air and drains into little humidity; normal for a longer period in very rear of a cabinet where a fan humid areas.blows it against the outdoor condenser coil

GE Air Conditioner Warranty.

All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care® technician. To schedule service, on-line, 24 hours a day, visit us at ge.com, or call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737). Have serial number and model number available when calling for service.

Staple your receipt here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty.

For The Period Of: GE Will Replace:

One Year Any part From the date of the original purchase

of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. During this limited one-year warranty, GE will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related service to replace the defective part.

What Is Not Covered:

■ Service trips to your home to teach you how to use the product.
Improper installation, delivery or maintenance. 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 electrical connecting facilities.
■ 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.

■ Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit breakers.
- Failure due to corrosion on models not corrosion-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.
■ Damage caused after delivery.

EXCLUSION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES—Your sole and exclusive remedy is product repair as provided in this Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed by law.

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.

Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225

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