BEFORE YOU BEGINRead these instructions completelyand carefully. IMPORTANT ³ Save these instructionsfor local inspector’s use. IMPORTANT ³ Observe all governingcodes and ordinances. Note to Installer – Be sure to leave theseinstructions with the Consumer. Note to Consumer – Keep these instructions forfuture reference. Skill level – Installation of this appliance requiresbasic mechanical skills. Completion time – Approximately 1 hour :HUHFRPPHQGWKDWWZRSHRSOHLQVWDOOWKLVproduct. 3URSHULQVWDOODWLRQLVWKHUHVSRQVLELOLW\RIWKHinstaller. 3URGXFWIDLOXUHGXHWRLPSURSHULQVWDOODWLRQLVQRWcovered under the Warranty. installation procedures as described in theseinstructions when installing this air conditioner.Installation Air ConditionerInstructionsSome models require a 115/120-volt AC,60-Hz grounded outlet protected with a15-amp time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.The 3-prong grounding plug minimizes thepossibility of electric shock hazard. If the wall outletyou plan to use is only a 2-prong outlet, it is yourresponsibility to have it replaced with a properlygrounded 3-prong wall outlet.Some models require 230/208-volt AC,protected with a time-delay fuse or circuitbreaker. These models should be installedon their own single branch circuit for bestperformance and to prevent overloadinghouse or apartment wiring circuits, whichcould cause a possible fire hazard fromoverheating wires.ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTSCAUTION:Do not, under any circumstances, cut or removethe third (ground) prong from the power cord.Do not change the plug on the power cordof this air conditioner.Aluminum house wiring may present specialSUREOHPV³FRQVXOWDTXDOLILHGHOHFWULFLDQTOOLS YOU WILL NEEDPhillips head screwdriverRuler or tape measurePencilLevel Scissors or knifeFlat-blade screwdriverPower cord includes a current interrupterdevice. A test and reset button is provided on theplug case. The device should be tested on a periodicbasis by first pressing the TEST button and then theRESET button while plugged into the outlet. If theTEST button does not trip orif the RESET button will not stay engaged, discontinueuse of the air conditioner and contact a qualifiedservice technician.Questions? Call 800.GE.CARES (800.432.2737) or Visit our Website at: GEAppliances.com7