GE AST10 Owner's Manual & Installation Instructions page 15

Throughthe Wall Installation Instructions-OptionaL
The case may be installed throughthe wall in beth existing and new construction.
Read completely, then follow step-by-step.
IMPORTANT
Throughthe wall installation is not appropriate
if any of theside louvers in the case will be
obstructedby the wall.
All side louvers in the case mustproject on the
outdoorside of the wall.
The roomside of the case mustproject into the
roomat least 13/g" from the finished wall.
The case mustbe installed level from side-to-side
and with a slight tilt fromfront to rear. Usea level;
abouta 1/2bubblewill be thecorrectcaseslant to
theoutside.
[]Remove the air conditioner from the case.
For specific instruction, refer to the Window
Installation Instructions.
[]Make certain a walt receptacle is available
close to the hole location or make
arrangements to install a receptacle.
[]Place the case in the wall opening and
secure with 12 1" long #10 wood screws.
NOTE:Drill pilot holes, if necessary, for proper
installation. If the frame is oversized, use shims
to prevent case distortion.
Finish the Wall Open&g
Caulk all four sides on the outdoor side of the case to prevent moisture from getting through to the
interior walt. Use of flashing (drip rail) will further prevent water from dripping inside the wall and
down the outside of the building.
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Caulking _111
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Trim molding (if,desired)
OUTSIDE
Air louvers
(must project on
the outdoor side
of the wall,)
Wood Filler and Caulkir
(above & below the flashing)
Flashing (Drip rail)
INSIDE
..I Bottom rail
4,5 cm (13/4") min.
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