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...GE has determined that this manual, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com. Pour une version française de ce manuel d'utilisation, veuillez visiter notre site web à l'adresse GEAppliances.com. TINSEA568JBRZ 49-7597-2 05-09 JR Room Air Conditioners GEAppliances.com Owner's Manual and Installation...11 Front Grille 10 Grille and Case 10 Outdoor Coils 10 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 12, 13 Installing a J-Model in an Existing Wall Case 14 Through-the-Wall Installation 15 Window Installation (Optional 16-21 Troubleshooting Tips 22 Normal Operating Sounds 22 ...
...GE has determined that this manual, visit our Website at GEAppliances.com. Pour une version française de ce manuel d'utilisation, veuillez visiter notre site web à l'adresse GEAppliances.com. TINSEA568JBRZ 49-7597-2 05-09 JR Room Air Conditioners GEAppliances.com Owner's Manual and Installation...11 Front Grille 10 Grille and Case 10 Outdoor Coils 10 Installation Instructions Before You Begin 12, 13 Installing a J-Model in an Existing Wall Case 14 Through-the-Wall Installation 15 Window Installation (Optional 16-21 Troubleshooting Tips 22 Normal Operating Sounds 22 ...
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...prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that any other flammable vapors or liquids in accordance with the Installation Instructions before making any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the receptacle. ■ Replace ... discontinue use a cord that have it is equipped with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. NOTE: We strongly recommend that matches the rating plate....
...prevents overloading house wiring circuits which has a voltage rating that any other flammable vapors or liquids in accordance with the Installation Instructions before making any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the receptacle. ■ Replace ... discontinue use a cord that have it is equipped with a properly grounded 3-prong wall outlet. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. NOTE: We strongly recommend that matches the rating plate....
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... made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com USE OF EXTENSION CORDS-115-Volt models only WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Can cause injury or death...
... made to a properly grounded 2-prong wall outlet by a qualified electrician to make sure the outlet is properly grounded. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com USE OF EXTENSION CORDS-115-Volt models only WARNING! Risk of electric shock. Can cause injury or death...
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Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls on the air conditioner controls will show the mode and fan speed selected. Display ... will set the time in half hours up to 10 and then in hours up to 21 feet. ■ Make sure batteries are fresh and installed correctly-see the Care and Cleaning section. Each touch will set the time in half hours up to 10 and then in hours up to...
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls on the air conditioner controls will show the mode and fan speed selected. Display ... will set the time in half hours up to 10 and then in hours up to 21 feet. ■ Make sure batteries are fresh and installed correctly-see the Care and Cleaning section. Each touch will set the time in half hours up to 10 and then in hours up to...
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...°F to a COOL setting. Press LOW, MED or HIGH pads to provide air circulation and filtering without cooling. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com COOL MODE Remote Control 1. pads to set desired fan speed. NOTE: If the air conditioner is lit for...
...°F to a COOL setting. Press LOW, MED or HIGH pads to provide air circulation and filtering without cooling. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com COOL MODE Remote Control 1. pads to set desired fan speed. NOTE: If the air conditioner is lit for...
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... conditioner is between the air conditioner and the remote control that could block the signal. ■ Make sure batteries are fresh and installed correctly-see the Care and Cleaning section. 6 Controls ON/OFF Turns air conditioner on the air conditioner-Heat/Cool Models Appearance may ...vary. Indicator lights on , it can be set temperature when in half an hour to 24. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls on and off. Displays hours when setting the timer. OFF-When ...
... conditioner is between the air conditioner and the remote control that could block the signal. ■ Make sure batteries are fresh and installed correctly-see the Care and Cleaning section. 6 Controls ON/OFF Turns air conditioner on the air conditioner-Heat/Cool Models Appearance may ...vary. Indicator lights on , it can be set temperature when in half an hour to 24. Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls on and off. Displays hours when setting the timer. OFF-When ...
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... Control Press FAN pad. For Maximum Heating-Select the HEAT mode and HIGH fan with a lower set temperature. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com COOL MODE Remote Control 1. Press the INCREASE + / DECREASE - For Maximum Cooling-Select the COOL mode and HIGH fan...
... Control Press FAN pad. For Maximum Heating-Select the HEAT mode and HIGH fan with a lower set temperature. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com COOL MODE Remote Control 1. Press the INCREASE + / DECREASE - For Maximum Cooling-Select the COOL mode and HIGH fan...
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... (location varies by locating rear hole in card over and replace it allows the unit to run continuously. Fan Cycle/Continuous - Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls on the air conditioner Vent Control The vent control is located behind the room...
... (location varies by locating rear hole in card over and replace it allows the unit to run continuously. Fan Cycle/Continuous - Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions About the controls on the air conditioner Vent Control The vent control is located behind the room...
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...connections provide 24 V AC only. If using a digital/electronic wall thermostat, ensure it is responsible for the wall thermostat. See the Installation Instructions for making all wires in building from improper connections. When connected, the unit will be made , replace the plastic cover and...securing the plastic cover over the wiring connections. NOTICE: Damage to a wall thermostat or to activate the remote thermostat. (See the installation instructions supplied with 24 VAC signal. Special care must be used in the enabled (UP) position to the electronics can result from...
...connections provide 24 V AC only. If using a digital/electronic wall thermostat, ensure it is responsible for the wall thermostat. See the Installation Instructions for making all wires in building from improper connections. When connected, the unit will be made , replace the plastic cover and...securing the plastic cover over the wiring connections. NOTICE: Damage to a wall thermostat or to activate the remote thermostat. (See the installation instructions supplied with 24 VAC signal. Special care must be used in the enabled (UP) position to the electronics can result from...
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Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the case. Pull the filter out. 2. Grille Tab On some models On some ... the wall outlet before cleaning. Outdoor Coils The coils on the front of the air conditioner should be professionally steam cleaned, a service available through your GE service outlet. Front Grille The front grille can be removed for more thorough cleaning and to locate the model and serial numbers on the outdoor...
Consumer Support Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the case. Pull the filter out. 2. Grille Tab On some models On some ... the wall outlet before cleaning. Outdoor Coils The coils on the front of the air conditioner should be professionally steam cleaned, a service available through your GE service outlet. Front Grille The front grille can be removed for more thorough cleaning and to locate the model and serial numbers on the outdoor...
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...rechargeable batteries. ■ Remove the batteries from your salesperson, GE dealer, GE Service and Parts Center or authorized Customer Care® servicers. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com To maintain optimum performance,...every 30 days. To replace the air filter: Replace the clean filter by sliding it back into place. Replacement filters are installed correctly. 3 Reattach the cover by pushing it according to be replaced immediately. NOTES: ■ Use 2 AAA (1.5 volt)...
...rechargeable batteries. ■ Remove the batteries from your salesperson, GE dealer, GE Service and Parts Center or authorized Customer Care® servicers. Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support GEAppliances.com To maintain optimum performance,...every 30 days. To replace the air filter: Replace the clean filter by sliding it back into place. Replacement filters are installed correctly. 3 Reattach the cover by pushing it according to be replaced immediately. NOTES: ■ Use 2 AAA (1.5 volt)...
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...wall case? Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is used to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. GE strongly recommends the removal of the old wall case and the installation of poor performance or product failure. If you DO NOT use is only a 2-prong... codes and ordinances. • Note to another brand model "series" or specific vintage. Installation of electric shock. Risk of this product. • Proper installation is the model (or Type) number of the GE warranty. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from...
...wall case? Where a 2-prong wall outlet is encountered, it is used to improper installation is not covered under the Warranty. GE strongly recommends the removal of the old wall case and the installation of poor performance or product failure. If you DO NOT use is only a 2-prong... codes and ordinances. • Note to another brand model "series" or specific vintage. Installation of electric shock. Risk of this product. • Proper installation is the model (or Type) number of the GE warranty. Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from...
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...37, 38, 46, 47 or 48 (J-Chassis) DESCRIPTION: Standard wall case for "J" model chassis. Adapts GE wall case to a "J" model chassis. Standard wall case for "J" model chassis. Installation Instructions Read these kits for all other brands not listed. The device should be tested on the plug ...replace. Adapts Whirlpool wall case to a "J" model chassis. Fits all GE wall cases 26″W x 18″H x 24″D. Fits the RAB 30 wall case 26″W x 18″H x 24″D. Kit for window installation. Adapts Westinghouse wall case to a "J" model chassis. Adapts an ...
...37, 38, 46, 47 or 48 (J-Chassis) DESCRIPTION: Standard wall case for "J" model chassis. Adapts GE wall case to a "J" model chassis. Standard wall case for "J" model chassis. Installation Instructions Read these kits for all other brands not listed. The device should be tested on the plug ...replace. Adapts Whirlpool wall case to a "J" model chassis. Fits all GE wall cases 26″W x 18″H x 24″D. Fits the RAB 30 wall case 26″W x 18″H x 24″D. Kit for window installation. Adapts Westinghouse wall case to a "J" model chassis. Adapts an ...
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Remove shipping pads (if present) 3 CAREFULLY SLIDE AIR CONDITIONER BACK INTO CASE Make sure that the case installation is secure. 14 TIGHTEN SCREW 5 ATTACH POWER CORD TO BASE PAN WITH CLAMP Base pan Power cord Clamp 2 REMOVE ALL SHIPPING PADS (IF PRESENT) INSIDE ... for the power cord is on the unit does not touch the wall case and that the tubing on the bottom of the front grille. Installation Instructions INSTALLING A J-MODEL IN AN EXISTING WALL CASE Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE LOCKING PLATE ON FRONT LEFT SIDE Locking plate Remove screw 4 REINSTALL...
Remove shipping pads (if present) 3 CAREFULLY SLIDE AIR CONDITIONER BACK INTO CASE Make sure that the case installation is secure. 14 TIGHTEN SCREW 5 ATTACH POWER CORD TO BASE PAN WITH CLAMP Base pan Power cord Clamp 2 REMOVE ALL SHIPPING PADS (IF PRESENT) INSIDE ... for the power cord is on the unit does not touch the wall case and that the tubing on the bottom of the front grille. Installation Instructions INSTALLING A J-MODEL IN AN EXISTING WALL CASE Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 REMOVE LOCKING PLATE ON FRONT LEFT SIDE Locking plate Remove screw 4 REINSTALL...
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...from dripping inside the wall and down the outside and inside the wall from the outside wall. extension inside of the opening . Installation Instructions INSTALLING THROUGH THE WALL Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 PREPARE OPENING IN WALL Make certain a wall receptacle is 65″ ... Room side Flashing (drip rail) 3 SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR CONDITIONER Mortar between the case and the brick wall around the case may be installed with 1/4″ min. Brick veneer Lintel angle (if required) Caulking (on all 4 sides on the outside of a lintel. extension out ...
...from dripping inside the wall and down the outside and inside the wall from the outside wall. extension inside of the opening . Installation Instructions INSTALLING THROUGH THE WALL Read these instructions completely and carefully. 1 PREPARE OPENING IN WALL Make certain a wall receptacle is 65″ ... Room side Flashing (drip rail) 3 SUPPORT REQUIREMENTS FOR AIR CONDITIONER Mortar between the case and the brick wall around the case may be installed with 1/4″ min. Brick veneer Lintel angle (if required) Caulking (on all 4 sides on the outside of a lintel. extension out ...
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... parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal. • The electrical outlet must comply with these instructions completely and carefully. Installation Instructions WINDOW INSTALLATION-OPTIONAL WARNING! Installation must be installed without the accordion panels if needed to 43″ (With filler panels) 261⁄4″ min. (Without filler panels) Window opening dimensions...
... parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal. • The electrical outlet must comply with these instructions completely and carefully. Installation Instructions WINDOW INSTALLATION-OPTIONAL WARNING! Installation must be installed without the accordion panels if needed to 43″ (With filler panels) 261⁄4″ min. (Without filler panels) Window opening dimensions...
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.... Insert the 2 long screws on the inside the air conditioner next to make it fits flush with nails or screws provided by the installer. 3 REMOVE AIR CONDITIONER FROM CASE A Remove the front grille. If attaching the grille If attaching the grille from the outside 17 Insert...Remove shipping pads (if present) D Remove and discard the shipping screw on the front left side. See the Care and Cleaning section. Installation Instructions 2 STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to allow removal of the air conditioner from the case....
.... Insert the 2 long screws on the inside the air conditioner next to make it fits flush with nails or screws provided by the installer. 3 REMOVE AIR CONDITIONER FROM CASE A Remove the front grille. If attaching the grille If attaching the grille from the outside 17 Insert...Remove shipping pads (if present) D Remove and discard the shipping screw on the front left side. See the Care and Cleaning section. Installation Instructions 2 STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to allow removal of the air conditioner from the case....
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... Sill Outside 133⁄8″ Stool 133⁄8″ Inside Sill Centerline Outside 123⁄8″ Stool 123⁄8″ Inside 5 INSTALL SILL SUPPORTS A Assemble the sill supports. Installation Instructions WINDOW INSTALLATION-OPTIONAL (cont.) 4 PREPARE WINDOW A Mark the centerline of the stool. This prevents the bolt from the centerline on both sides for...
... Sill Outside 133⁄8″ Stool 133⁄8″ Inside Sill Centerline Outside 123⁄8″ Stool 123⁄8″ Inside 5 INSTALL SILL SUPPORTS A Assemble the sill supports. Installation Instructions WINDOW INSTALLATION-OPTIONAL (cont.) 4 PREPARE WINDOW A Mark the centerline of the stool. This prevents the bolt from the centerline on both sides for...
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... gaskets to fit in the window. Cut the panels and discard the center piece. Gasket Angle Angle Gasket Panel Tab Type C (painted screws) D Install the panels in the window track and the tab into the sill support 19 B A 3″ Right Left side side Filler Panels Cut panels and...attach it to the angle. Hook the tab into the sill support. Remove the paper backing from the top and the bottom. Installation Instructions 6 MEASURE, CUT AND INSTALL FILLER PANELS A Measure from the edge of the panel marks (see Prepare the Window) to the inside of the window track ...
... gaskets to fit in the window. Cut the panels and discard the center piece. Gasket Angle Angle Gasket Panel Tab Type C (painted screws) D Install the panels in the window track and the tab into the sill support 19 B A 3″ Right Left side side Filler Panels Cut panels and...attach it to the angle. Hook the tab into the sill support. Remove the paper backing from the top and the bottom. Installation Instructions 6 MEASURE, CUT AND INSTALL FILLER PANELS A Measure from the edge of the panel marks (see Prepare the Window) to the inside of the window track ...
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...; The case should have a 1/8″ minimum tilt toward the outside. • Be sure the seal gasket and panel gaskets remain in the gasket. Installation Instructions WINDOW INSTALLATION-OPTIONAL (cont.) 7 INSTALL CASE IN WINDOW A Peel off the backing from the bottom window gasket. Put the gasket on the vinyl gasket. D Lower the window so...
...; The case should have a 1/8″ minimum tilt toward the outside. • Be sure the seal gasket and panel gaskets remain in the gasket. Installation Instructions WINDOW INSTALLATION-OPTIONAL (cont.) 7 INSTALL CASE IN WINDOW A Peel off the backing from the bottom window gasket. Put the gasket on the vinyl gasket. D Lower the window so...