Installation Instructions; Before You Begin; Electrical Requirements - GE AHM15 Owner's Manual

Installation Instructions

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BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Read these instructions completely and carefully.
IMPORTANT –
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instructions for local inspector's use.
IMPORTANT –
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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

Models AHM18 and AHM24
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.
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.
Model AHM15
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.
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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
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