GE AEM24 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions page 14

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.
IMPORTANT
1
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.
blocks above opening.
length of the opening to ensure no inside cavity
leakage occurs.
Remove the air conditioner from the case.
A
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.
Place the case in the wall opening and
C
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.
IMPORTANT
1
Secure with 14 wood screws anchored at least an
D
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.
FINISH THE WALL OPENING
2
Caulk all four sides on the outdoor side of the
A
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
Caulking
OUTSIDE
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)
Flashing
(Drip rail)
Place the air conditioner into the case.
B
For specific instruction, refer to the Window
Installation Instructions.
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(cont.)
Plaster line
Trim molding (if
desired)
INSIDE
Bottom rail
Case Bottom
bottom rail
Wood support strips