AVE22DB - Washing machine GE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AVE22DB GE

Connect Electricity .....2

Extension Cords ....3

Safety Precautions....2

Operating Instructions .....4, 5

Care and Cleaning

Air Filter 6

Grille and Case....6

Outdoor Coils ....6

Installation Instructions

Through the Wall Installation—

Optional ....15

Window Installation....7-14

Troubleshooting Tips .....16

Normal Operating Sounds .....16

Consumer Support

Consumer Support .....Back Cover

Product Registration .....17, 18

Warranty 19

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model # ____

Serial #

Find these numbers on a label on the side of the air conditioner and/or on a label near the air discharge area.

Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions

AVE12

AVE15

AVE18

AVE22

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23-11-2130N-003 49-7411 01-01 JR

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.
■ 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.

■ 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.

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.

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!

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.

CAUTION:

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

USE OF ADAPTER PLUGS -115-Volt models only

Because of potential safety hazards under certain 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.

When disconnecting the power cord from the adapter, always hold the adapter in place with 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.

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, 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.

READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

About the controls on the air conditioner.

Features and appearance will vary.

OFF FAN ONLY LOW HEAT HIGH HEAT HIGH COOL LOW COOL

HI FAN OFF HI HEAT HI COOL LO COOL LO HEAT

1 MODE CONTROLS

Your model will have one of the above type controls.

5 6 4 7 3 8 2 9 1 10

4 5 3 6 2 7 1 8

2 TEMP CONTROLS

Your model will have one of the above type controls.

Controls

Mode Controls

HIGH COOL and LOW COOL provide cooling with different fan speeds.

HIGH HEAT and LOW HEAT provide heating with different fan speeds.

FAN setting provides air circulation and filtering without cooling or heating.

NOTE: If you move the mode control 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 LOW 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 & Nighttime Cooling—Select LOW COOL with the temp control at midpoint.

Heating Descriptions

For Normal Heating—Select HIGH HEAT or LOW HEAT with the temp control at midpoint.

For Maximum Heating—Select HIGH HEAT with the temp control at the lowest number available on your knob.

For Quieter & Nighttime Heating—Select LOW HEAT with the temp control at midpoint.

Temp Controls

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.

In the Cooling mode, the higher number selected, the cooler the indoor room will become.

In the Heating mode, the lower the number selected, the warmer the indoor room will become.

Additional controls and important information.

Vent Control

When set at CLOSED, only the air inside the room will be circulated and conditioned. When set at OPEN, some inside air is exhausted outside.

On some models, the vent control is located above the control knobs.

CLOSED OPEN

On some models, the vent control is located beside the air louvers.

Closed Open

Air Direction

Two levers on each side of the grille let you control the air direction left or right.

Fingertip pressure on the tabs adjusts the air direction up or straight ahead.

Do not adjust the louvers down any lower than straight out. Air that is blown down will affect the thermostat, causing the air conditioner to turn off before the room is cooled.

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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.

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.

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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:

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Lift the top of the filter and pull it up and out.

Read these instructions completely and carefully.

Before You Begin

NOTE TO INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with the air conditioner after installation 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.

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.

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.

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.

Tools You Will Need

■ Flat-blade screwdriver
■ Phillips-head screwdriver
■ Hex driver or adjustable wrench
■ Ruler or tape measure

■ Scissors or knife
Pencil
Level
■ Hammer

Window Installation Instructions.

Read the section Preparing to Install the Air Conditioner before beginning.

Parts Included

2 support brackets Foam top window gasket Case 2 sliders 2 filler panels 2 case side seals Window locking bracket 3/8" slotted washer head screws (4) 3/8" hex-head screws (6) Bolts (2) 1" screws (4) 5/8" screws (3) Upholstery tacks (4)

Read completely, then follow step-by-step.

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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.

AVE12 model

16½" min. 24½" to 39" (With accordion panels)

24 ^3/4 " min. (Without accordion panels)

■ All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal.
■ The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord.

AVE15, AVE18 and AVE22 models

18¾" min. 26¾" to 40" (With accordion panels)

26½" min. (Without accordion panels)

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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.

1/2" higher than frame Stool Wood Storm window frame

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.

3

Remove the Air Conditioner from the Case

A On some models, open the control door and remove the screw. Remove the front grille.

Keep this screw to reattach the grille later.

Remove screw

On some models, remove the air filter and the 2 screws behind the filter. Lift off the front grille.

Keep these screws to reattach the grille later.

Remove screws

B Remove one screw from each side of the case. Keep these ground/anti-theft screws so they may be replaced at the end of the installation.

Case Evaporator cover Grasp front flange and pull forward Air conditioner Remove screw

C Slide the air conditioner from the case by grasping front flange of the evaporator cover and pulling forward while bracing the case.

NOTE: The air conditioner is very heavy. It may require two or more people to remove it from the case.

Install the Side Seals and the Case in the Window

A Open the window and mark the centerline on the stool.

Mark centerline

B Attach the case side seals on the outside of the case by using three 3/8" hex-head screws on each side.

Attach side seals

C Place the sliders, one on each side, into the top retainer bar.

Top retainer bar Slider Slider

D Carefully place the case in the window and align the center of the bottom tie bar with the centerline on the window stool. Do not release your grip on the case until the window is in its final position.

E Close the window until it touches behind the top retainer bar. Do not close the window so tightly that the sliders cannot move.

Top retainer bar Slider Four 1" screws

F Secure the case to the window stool using two 1" screws on each side.

5

Install the Support Brackets

Thread a bolt into each support bracket.

Position the brackets on the case bottom so they will be near the outermost point on the window sill. (Brackets may be positioned in either direction, for maximum support, depending on the depth of the window sill.) Attach a support bracket to each side of the case bottom using two 3/8" slotted washer head screws on each side. 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.

3/8" screws Window sill Support bracket Bolt

6

Measure and Cut the Window Filler Panels

A Measure the distance "X" between the face of the window molding and the side of the case. Measure both sides of the case separately.

"X" Window molding

B Subtract 3/16" (one groove) from "X" to determine the required width you need to cut the filler panels.

C Using a sharp knife, mark the groove until the filler panel becomes weak enough to break apart.

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Install the Window Filler Panels and Locking Bracket

A Insert the cut edge of the filler panel into the case side scal groove.

Case

Leave a small space at the bottom of the case side seal groove.

B Flex and push the filler panel backward toward the window frame until it clears the window stool.

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C Slide the filler panel out from the air conditioner case. Make sure it contacts the window molding.

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Slide the filler panel into place.

D Use upholstery tacks to attach the filler panel to the face of the window molding through the holes provided.

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E Pull the sliders out until they contact the face of the window molding. (Note: If a slider has slipped into the top retainer bar and cannot be pulled out, use the slider on the other side to tap it out.)

F Pull the window down tightly and lock it in place with 5/8" screws.

Attach

Attach through the holes on each side of the window sash

G Attach the window locking bracket with a 5/8" screw.

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Install the Window Gasket and Replace the Air Conditioner

A 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.

B Slide the air conditioner into the case and replace the front grille. Install the two ground/anti-theft screws removed at the beginning of the installation.

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C Make sure the unit is OFF before inserting cord plug into the outlet.
D Check all seals and plug any remaining air gaps with a suitable weatherproof caulk.

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.

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IMPORTANT

Through the wall installation is not appropriate 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.

The room side of the case must project into the room at least 1^3/4 from 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.

A Remove the air conditioner from the case. For specific instruction, refer to the Window Installation Instructions.
B Make certain 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 secure with 12 1" long #10 wood screws.

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

2

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.

Lintel angle (if required) Caulking Plaster line Trim molding (if desired) OUTSIDE INSIDE Air louvers (must project on the outdoor side of the wall.) Bottom rail Wood Filler and Caulking (above & below the flashing) Flashing (Drip rail) 4.5 cm (13/4") min.

Before you call for service...

Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages 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. completely into the outlet.	Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed
	The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. the fuse or reset the breaker.	Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace the breaker.
	Power failure.	If power failure occurs, turn the mode control to 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 high enough. provides maximum cooling.	Turn the knob to a higher number. The highest setting
	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 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 setting, or HIGH COOL with the temp at 1 or 2. Wait for approximately one hour, then reset to desired temperature.
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 to a lower number. 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.

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.

■ 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.

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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, contact us at www.GEAppliances.com, or call 800-GE-CARES.

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

For The Period Of: We Will Replace:

One Year Any partFrom the date of the original purchase	of the air conditioner which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.During thisfull one-year warranty, we will also provide,free of charge, all labor and in-home service to replace the defective part.
Five Years Any part of the sealed refrigerating systemFrom the date of the original purchase	(the compressor, condenser, evaporator and all connecting tubing) which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship.During thisfour-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.
- 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 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.

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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