GE AJCM08ACD Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions
GE AJCM08ACD Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

GE AJCM08ACD Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

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Safety Instructions

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Operating Instructions

Care and Cleaning
Front Grille . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Outdoor Coils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 13
Installing a J-Model in
an Existing Wall Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Through-the-Wall
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Window Installation
(Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-21
Normal Operating Sounds . . . . . . . 22
Consumer Support
Consumer Support . . . . . . Back Cover
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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AJCQ 09, 10, 12
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    GEAppliances.com. Française For a French version of this manual, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com. Pour une version française de ce manuel d’utilisation, veuillez visiter notre site web à l’adresse GEAppliances.com. TINSEA568JBRZ 49-7597-3 11-10 GE ACD* DCD* LCD* ACD* DCD*...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    Turn 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.
  • Page 3: Use Of Extension Cords

    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...
  • Page 4: Air Conditioner Controls

    About the controls on the air conditioner—Cool Only Models Appearance may vary. Air Conditioner Controls Lights beside the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings. Controls ON/OFF Turns air conditioner on and off. Display Displays the temperature setting. Displays hours when setting the timer.
  • Page 5: Cool Mode

    Set the thermostat at a higher number and the indoor air will become warmer. NOTE: If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on while set to COOL, it will take approximately 3 minutes for the compressor to start and cooling to begin.
  • Page 6 About the controls on the air conditioner—Heat/Cool Models Appearance may vary. Air Conditioner Controls Lights beside the touch pads on the air conditioner control panel indicate the selected settings. Controls ON/OFF Turns air conditioner on and off. Display Displays the temperature setting. Displays hours when setting the timer.
  • Page 7: Heat Mode

    Set the thermostat at a higher number and the indoor air will become warmer. NOTE: If the air conditioner is off and is then turned on while set to COOL, it will take approximately 3 minutes for the compressor to start and cooling to begin.
  • Page 8: About The Controls On The Air Conditioner

    About the controls on the air conditioner Vent Control The vent control is located behind the front grille on the right side of the air discharge area. When CLOSED, only the air inside the room will be circulated and conditioned.
  • Page 9 Terminal Connections Remote Thermostat - Class 2 (on some models) The controls are located under a plastic cover behind the front grille. Remove the front grille. See the Front Grille section of Care and Cleaning. Remove the screws securing the plastic cover over the wiring connections.
  • Page 10: Front Grille

    Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning. 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.
  • Page 11: Air Filter

    Replacement filters are available from your salesperson, GE dealer, GE Service and Parts Center or authorized Customer Care NOTES: n Use 2 AAA (1.5 volt) batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries.
  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    IMPORTANT! GE strongly recommends the removal of the old wall case and the installation of a new GE Wall Case. If you decide to keep the existing wall case, you may need a kit to ensure proper performance. If you DO NOT use a kit, you run the risk of poor performance or product failure.
  • Page 13 Remove the existing case and replace. Kit for window installation. Fits all GE wall cases 26″W x 18″H x 24″D. Adapts an older Hotpoint wall case to a “J” model chassis. Fits Hotpoint wall cases 25 Adapts Whirlpool wall case to a “J”...
  • Page 14 Locking plate Remove screw REMOVE ALL SHIPPING PADS (IF PRESENT) INSIDE AIR CONDITIONER NEXT TO COMPRESSOR CAREFULLY SLIDE AIR CONDITIONER BACK INTO CASE Make sure that the tubing on the unit does not touch the wall case and that the case installation is secure.
  • Page 15 39″ to the left. SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR CONDITIONER The air conditioner wall case may be installed with 1/4″ min. extension out from the inside wall or with 1/4″ min. extension out from the outside wall.
  • Page 16: 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 to the right.
  • Page 17: Storm Window Requirements

    Locking plate Remove screw Remove and discard the shipping screw on the back of the air conditioner to allow removal of the air conditioner from the case. Remove screw Pull the bottom corners of the air conditioner and slide it out of the case.
  • Page 18 WINDOW INSTALLATION—OPTIONAL (cont.) PREPARE WINDOW Mark the centerline of the stool. Measure from the ″ on both sides for the panel cuts. centerline 13 ⁄ Centerline Sill Outside ⁄ ″ Stool INSTALL SILL SUPPORTS Assemble the sill supports. Do not fully tighten the spacer mounting screws at this time.
  • Page 19 Installation Instructions MEASURE, CUT AND INSTALL FILLER PANELS Measure from the edge of the panel marks (see Prepare the Window) to the inside of the window track on each side (A and B). Sill Window track Outside ″ ⁄ Width of the air conditioner Inside Left side...
  • Page 20 WINDOW INSTALLATION—OPTIONAL (cont.) INSTALL CASE IN WINDOW Peel off the backing from the bottom window gasket. Place the gasket on the stool and over the brackets, even with the rear edge, sticky side down. Bottom window gasket Carefully slide the empty case into the window until the holes in the case line up with the holes in the panel angles.
  • Page 21 REPLACE AIR CONDITIONER IN CASE Carefully slide the air conditioner back into the case. Attach the power cord to the base pan with the clamp. Attach the window locking bracket with 1 type E screw.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting Tips

    • Check for open furnace registers and cold air returns. • Make sure the air conditioner’s vent is in the closed position. • See “Air conditioner freezing up” below. • Set the controls at HIGH FAN or HIGH COOL and set the thermostat to a higher temperature to allow the ice to melt.
  • Page 23: Air Conditioner Warranty

    This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for home use within the USA and Canada. If the product is located in an area where service by a GE Authorized Servicer is not available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized GE Service location for service.
  • Page 24: Consumer Support

    Caution must be exercised, since improper servicing may cause unsafe operation. Contact Us If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from GE, contact us on our Website with all the details including your phone number, or write to: Register Your Appliance Register your new appliance on-line—at your convenience! Timely product registration will allow for enhanced...

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