Quick Reference Full Specs on pages 54 and 55 ALL UNITS REQUIRE POWER CONNECTION KIT Power Connection Kit determines resistance heat output 7000 Btuh units do not activate 5 KW resistance heater 2800 Series Cooling with Electric Heat MODEL COOLING NUMBER (Btuh) AZ28E07DA*...
Electric Electric Electric Connection Heat Heater Heat BTUH Watts Amps RAK4157 8600/7100 2550/2090 11.6/10.6 RAK4207 11700/9600 450/2820 15.5/14.1 RAK407 170100/1900 5000/4090 22./20. Electric Heat Min. Circuit Protection Watts Amps 2550 450 1.0 5000 18.9 ge.com Min. Circuit Protection (Amps) (Amps)
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The “Partial Open Vent Air” feature was a specific request by a customer. “Heat Sentinel” is an enhancement developed by GE’s Technology Team to help lodging professionals welcome their guests with a moderate-temperature room and to help lower cooling costs.
If this unit is a replacement unit, its specifications and performance may differ from those of the unit it is replacing. For that reason, we again strongly recommend that a professional engineer determine proper application. ge.com...
• Reverse Cycle Heat Pump Operation Both the 800 and the 5800 Series heat pumps utilize the unique GE PTAC heat pump operation to ensure a comfortable room. The logic used by the units is the same logic used by central system heat pumps to...
Each of the components should be the standard products offered by GE or, in the case of the exterior grille, approved by GE Applications Engineering. Use of components not specifically designed or approved for use with the Zoneline can result in unsatisfactory operation and can be the cause of failure not covered by the warranty.
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Zoneline Features ® Enhanced Dehumidification — Dry Air 25 Cooling EER Range (20 Volts/265 Volts) Heating COP Range (20 Volts/265 Volts) Heat Source — Electric Resistance Heat Heat Source — Heat Pump With Selectable Full Time or On Demand Simultaneous/ Supplemental Resistance Heat Staged Heating Universal Heater —...
GE Service should be called to check the Zoneline. Fan Motors – Permanently Lubricated All units have two fan motors for quiet operation and maximum operating efficiency.
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The microprocessors in the Zonelines have a random restart logic system that prevents all units from starting at the same time. Rotary Compressor Smoother operation for quiet, dependable service. GE has used rotary compressors since 1961. Compressor Restart Delay Zonelines are designed to provide a minimum of three minutes of compressor off time to allow refrigerant pressures to equalize before restarting to prevent compressor damage.
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® application removes 25% more moisture than the base 2800 Series unit. The GE Zoneline Dry Air 25 chassis is the only PTAC available with the application of the patented Dinh Heat Pipe under license from Heat Pipe Technology, Inc.
Auxiliary Control Switches These switches are located behind the room cabinet under the control panel. 2800 and 800 Series Switches Description Left Switches ALL I2R Heat pump override — Down — Normal heat pump operation Up — resistance heat only (800 Series only) C: FAN Fan control for cooling operation —...
24 VAC circuit that powers the Central Desk Control system and no external power is needed. All Zoneline 2800, 800, and 5800 Series units are compatible with simple on/off 2-wire Central Desk Control systems. Consult with the provider of other energy management systems to be sure they are compatible with the GE Zoneline.
Thermostat wiring should not be run parallel to line voltage wires since induced current may cause erratic operation. All Zoneline 2800, 800 and 5800 Series units are adaptable to Class 2 remote low-voltage thermostat. The only additional field-supplied components are the remote thermostat and wiring necessary to connect it.
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The Zoneline 800 and 5800 Series heat pump units may ® be connected to a single-stage cooling/two-stage heating thermostat designed for use with heat pump systems. GE offers thermostats compatible with the 800 and 5800 series units: RAK147 —...
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Since each Zoneline unit has an For Use With Mechanical 4-Wire Systems Only Remote Control (Low Voltage) Wiring One stage Thermostat Controlling Three Zoneline Units Resistance Heat Zoneline 2800 Series Units (Not Applicable on Heat Pump Units) Field-Supplied Relay Specifications Number Of...
GE offers two series of Zoneline Heat Pump units — the 800 Series with Standard Microprocessor controls and the 5800 Series with Highly Featured Microprocessor controls —...
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Units with ICR may not be installed in seacoast or corrosive environment applications. ge.com...
Air Infiltration: Excessive air infiltration can magnify problems associated with undersizing or oversizing of an air conditioner unit and can be the root cause of insufficient cooling, dehumidification, or heating. Some sources of air infiltration include vents, gaps around windows and doors, and improperly sealed floor, ceiling and wall joints.
(3 REQ'D.) RAB71 = 20-7/8" GRILLE RAB77 = 21" GRILLE 7-1/8" RAB71 = 16" SIDE RAB77 = 16-1/4" VIEW INSIDE OUTSIDE ROOM ROOM CABINET CABINET SIDE VIEW 1-5/16" 3" MIN. ADJUSTABLE TO 5" MAX. FINISHED FLOOR ge.com 2-3/8" MIN. INTERIOR WALL...
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The dimensions of the RAB71 wall case are: 42" wide by 16" high by 1-/4" deep, the same dimensions as the original wall case for GE Zonelines built in 1961. The RAB71 wall case is also available in depths other than the standard depth.
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ARI standards and actually uses this water for maximum unit efficiency. A level unit will also ensure proper performance of the Internal Condensate Removal (ICR) system optional on heat pump units. ge.com...
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Many installations utilize an architectural window/louver combination to enhance the exterior appearance of the building. The exterior grille for the air conditioner is built as an integral part of the window frame. An internal drain system is highly recommended for these installations (see page 6).
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1/2" bolt, washer and nut to attach case angles to case. Install screws or bolts from outside wall case. 4. Do not drill any holes in bottom of wall case. Do not distort wall case. 5. Do not use case angles for a lintel. ge.com...
6 for information covering the drain systems and the RAD10 kit available to connect to the wall case. Internal Condensate Removal (ICR) System GE has developed an Internal Condensate Removal (ICR) System for Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps. This system has been offered as an option on Zoneline Packaged Terminal Heat Pumps since 1982, and thousands of them are in use.
Duct Transition RAK7022 — This duct transition will allow the replacement of a new slope-front discharge Zoneline chassis (2800 or 800 Series unit) into a previous design slope-front ducted installation. See additional notes page 58. ge.com RAK601 Duct Extension, Mounting Collar...
The RAG67 is available in a RAG60 clear finish and may be special ordered from GE in other Outdoor Grille colors. Minimum order quantities may be required. Contact your General Electric salesperson for details.
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GE Application Engineering. To assure the proper performance of the Zoneline unit and comply with Underwriters Laboratories requirements, it may be necessary to send a sample louver section (at least 16" x 42") to GE to be tested with the Zoneline unit. Sample Calculations...
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Power Connection for 2800, 800 and 5800 Series Zonelines All 2800, 800, and 5800 Series Zonelines are equipped with universal heaters allowing chassis installation flexibility. The Zoneline units are connected to the building power supply ® by a unique power connection kit. By utilizing a separate universal power connection (UPC) kit, each unit is capable of providing various outputs of electric resistance heat to more closely meet the heating requirements of the particular room,...
Wiring harness can be ordered separately as RAK4002CW. Receptacle Type 15 AMP Hubbell Tandem P&S NEMA6-15R 20 AMP Hubbell 58" Perpendicular P&S NEMA6-20R 0 AMP Hubbell Large Tandem P&S NEMA6-0R ge.com Part No Configuration 5661 5661 5461 5871 90 590...
Maximum Connected Load The maximum connected load of a Zoneline amperage shown in the tables below is the combined total of the resistance heater and the indoor fan motor. 20/208-Volt Line Cord Connected Units RAK15 RAK4157 RAK204D15P MODEL 20 V NUMBER AZ28E07DA* 11.5...
Cooling Performance Data Total Capacity - BTUH BTUH at 80º F D.B. - 67º F W.B. Zoneline 2800 & 800 Series Nominal Capacity Temperature of Air 7000 9000 Entering Condenser 7750 9950 7500 9700 7400 9500 7100 9000 6700 8400...
Latent System Capacity The total capacity of an air conditioner is made up of the Sensible capacity, the output of the unit used to remove heat from the air in the area being conditioned, and the Latent capacity, the output of the unit used to dehumidify the air in the area being conditioned.
Normal Yearly Operating Data (Cooling Hours based on 75°F indoor temperature with air conditioner sized to meet the design conditions.) ASHRAE Heating Estimated Degree Cooling Location Days Hours ALABAMA Birmingham 2,551 1,90 Huntsville ,070 1,40 Mobile 1,560 1,640 Montgomery 2,291...
Typical 5800 Series Wiring Diagram COLOR BK : BLACK BL : BLUE BR : BROWN GR : GREEN GY : GRAY OR : ORANGE RD : RED WH : WHITE YL : YELLOW RD*1 : RED (208/230V), : BLUE (265V) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 MAIN BOARD UNIT CN6 &...
Units shall be listed by UL, and ARI and cUL certified as to capacity and efficiency and shall be GE Zoneline or equal. Unit dimensions shall not exceed 42-1/8" wide and 16-1/4" high with room cabinet in place.
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Suggested Bid Form Specifications (continued) Additional specifications for GE Zoneline Packaged Terminal Heat Pump Heat pump units shall provide operation that will either: A) automatically phase-in partial electric resistance heat, if outdoor temperature is below 46°F, simultaneously with heat pump if heat pump alone is unable to maintain room temperature;...
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Installation Responsibility. Units shall be installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations and the manufacturer shall not be responsible for unit failure as a result of improper installation, or unit performance when installed with accessories not approved by the manufacturer. ge.com...
Zoneline Chassis Nomenclature ® The Zoneline chassis is identified by a model number defining the type of unit, cooling capacity, electrical information and optional features included on the unit. When specifying or ordering the Zoneline chassis use of this nomenclature will assure receiving the correct unit.
Duct extension – Insulated – 44" long – includes Register and Mounting Flange RAK602 Register and Trim Flange (Included with RAK601) RAK6052 Duct Adapter for New Installation (or older non-GE Duct Adapter Installation) RAK7012 Duct Transition for 2800/800 Replacing Existing Chassis (Original Installation Pre-1988) RAK7022 Duct Transition for 2800/800 Replacing Existing Chassis (1988–1998 Original Installation)
Consult the electrical inspector early in the project, especially if the power to the air conditioner is to be 265 volts, to understand what is required to comply with local electrical codes. Wall Case/Exterior Grille ™...
Limited 2nd through 5th year parts warranty For the second through the fifth year from date of original purchase, GE will provide, free of charge, parts that fail as a result of a manufactur- ing defect. Parts covered are fan motors, switches,...
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