Installation Instructions; Before You Begin; Electrical Requirements - GE AHTK18AAH1 Manual

Installation Instructions

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.
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instructions for local inspector's use.
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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
• 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.
installation procedures as described in these
instructions when installing this air conditioner.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

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.
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.
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ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS
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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.
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 while plugged into the outlet. 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.
TOOLS YOU WILL NEED
Phillips head screwdriver
Pencil
Level
Ruler or tape measure
Scissors or knife