Thank you for choosing a Soleus Air powered by Gree Air Conditioner. This owner’s manual will provide you with valuable information necessary for the proper care and maintenance of your new product. Please take a few moments to thoroughly read the instructions and familiarize yourself with all the operational aspects of your new air conditioner.
SPECIFICATIONS • Noise level is measured at a distance of 3.28 ft away from the front of the unit in cooling mode. • Power consumption is measured when the fan runs at the highest speed setting. • These specifications are for reference only. For actual data, please refer to the rating label on the back of the unit. Model GM-CAC-08ESE GM-CAC-10SE...
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read all instructions before using this air conditioner These instructions describe installation in a typical wood framed window with a wood SLIDE-BY sash, or installation in a metal CASEMENT window. Modification may be necessary when installing in windows made differently than those shown in these instructions.
PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION Installation Tips For wood-frame casement windows: It may be necessary to construct a frame, using at least 1-inch thick wood, with a 15-1/2-inch wide opening. For brick or cement building construction: It may be necessary to put a wood stool strip under AC, for mounting pur- poses.
INSTALLATION INSTALLING THE UNIT IN A SLIDING WINDOW 1. Attach support brace to platform as shown. Use adjustment bolt and hex flange nut to complete assembly. Choose slot and adjustment bolt hole locations that will create a 45 degree angle between platform and support brace.
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INSTALLATION—SLIDING INSTALLING THE UNIT IN A SLIDING WINDOW (CONT.) Peel off protective backing from track seal. Apply seal to room side of window track. Center of seal strip should coincide with the line marked in Step 2. The two screw holes drilled in Step 3 should be directly above seal strip in the inner track.
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INSTALLATION—SLIDING INSTALLING THE UNIT IN A SLIDING WINDOW (CONT.) 10. Clamp plastic window panel between a board and a work table, and cut along cutting line with a fine tooth saw. Remove any burrs with a file. 11. Fasten side channels to the sides of the AC using 3 screws (Item 17) per channel.
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INSTALLATION—SLIDING INSTALLING THE UNIT IN A SLIDING WINDOW (CONT.) 16. Slide inner window sash firmly against side of the cabinet. Make sure not to peel the seal strips from the window track and cabinet side channels. If the panel frame does not fit snugly to the inner window sash, secure the panel frame to the sash with #8x3/4-inch screws, or #8-32x3/4-inch self- threading screws.
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INSTALLATION—CASEMENT INSTALLING THE UNIT IN A CASEMENT WINDOW NOTE: Open the window the maximum amount to allow for clearance of the cabinet. The crank handle should be removed to allow the platform to be fastened to the jamb. If the window cannot open far enough (more than 15-1/2 inches) for the cabinet to clear the window, remove the window entirely by drilling out the rivets.
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INSTALLATION—CASEMENT INSTALLING THE UNIT IN A CASEMENT WINDOW (CONT.) 5. Adjust the platform assembly so that the rear of the air conditioner will be 3/16-inch lower than the front. This ensures proper water drainage from the air conditioner. NOTE: A projection below the base of the air conditioner will require the rear of the platform to be 7/16-inch lower than the front to create the 3/16- inch slant from front to rear.
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INSTALLATION—CASEMENT INSTALLING THE UNIT IN A CASEMENT WINDOW (CONT.) 11. Cut side channel seal into 2 equal lengths. Remove the protective backing and apply it to the rear side of the cabinet side channels, starting just below the panel frame assembly. Pinch off excess length so the seal is even with the bottom of the cabinet side channel.
Please refer to the section “Operation of Current Device” for details. In the event that the power supply cord is damaged, it cannot be repaired it must be replaced with a cord from Soleus Air Powered by Gree. ELECTRICAL INFORMATION The complete electrical rating of your new air conditioner is stated on the product rating label located on the unit.
• The power supply cord must be replaced if it fails to reset when either the TEST button is pushed, or it cannot be reset. A new one can be obtained from Soleus Air Powered by Gree. • If the power supply cord is damaged, it CANNOT be repaired. It MUST be replaced with one obtained from Soleus Air Powered by Gree.
OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER Before you start using your air conditioner, please familiarize yourself with the control panel and remote control functions. This air conditioner can be controlled by the control panel (touch pad) or the included remote control. CONTROL PANEL (TOUCH PAD) 1) Power On and Off - Press the POWER to turn the unit ON and OFF.
OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER REMOTE CONTROL 5. FAN - Press the FAN button to turn change the FAN options. You can choose between four speeds and auto mode. The fourth fan option is only available in cooling and energy saver modes. 6.
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OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER REMOTE CONTROL 9. LOCK/UNLOCK- Press the “+” and “—” buttons simultaneously to lock and unlock the remote control. When the remote is locked, none of the functions or setting can be changed using the remote. 10. F° or C° - To switch between the F° or C° settings, press the MODE and “—” buttons a the same time. 11.
OPERATING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER AIR CONDITIONER FEATURES There is a 3 minute delay when cooling mode is engaged or disengaged. This delay prevents the compressor from overheating and possible tripping of the circuit breaker. The fan will continue to run during this time. The temperature control will maintain the set temperature within 2°F, between 60°F and 90°F degrees.
TAKING CARE OF YOUR AIR CONDITIONER Cabinet Cleaning CARE AND CLEANING To clean the air conditioner cabinet: Clean your air conditioner to keep it looking new and to minimize dust build up. Unplug the air conditioner to prevent shock or •...
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS The air conditioner is unplugged • Make sure the air conditioner is The Air Conditioner will not start plug is pushed completely into the outlet • Check the house fuse/circuit The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is breaker box and replace the fuse tripped.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING CONT PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTIONS Hot and Humid weather. • This is normal Water is dripping outside • The air conditioner is not correctly For proper water drainage, make Water is dripping inside the room tilted outside. sure the air conditioner is slightly tilted downward from the front of the unit to the rear.
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Warranty Soleus International Inc. warrants the accompanying Soleus Air powered by Gree Air Conditioner to be free of defects in aterial and workmanship for the applications specified in its operation instruction for the period of parts specified below. 5 YEARS FOR COMPRESSOR 1 YEAR FOR OTHER COMPONENTS This warranty shall not apply to broken or marred cabinets, accessories, knobs, filters or routine maintenance.