GE AEH25DL Owners Manual - Page 8

Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the air conditioner. Grille and Case Turn the air conditioner off and remove the plug from the wall outlet before cleaning. To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. Outdoor Coils The coils on the outdoor side of the air conditioner should be checked regularly. If they are clogged with dirt or soot, they may be professionally cleaned. Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Installation Instructions Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary. To remove: 1 Open the inlet grille upward by pulling out the bottom of the inlet grille. 2 Using the tab, pull up slightly on the filter to release it and pull it down. Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it. Do not clean the filter in a dishwasher. CAUTION: DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and reduce performance. Grille Frame Removal (if necessary for coil cleaning) Remove the air filter. See the Air Filter section above. If present, remove the grille frame attachment screw. Grasp the lower corners of the grille frame while pressing in on the case side tabs with your finger tips. Pull out to release and lift it up. NOTE: Do not pull the bottom edge toward you more than 3″ or you may damage the tabs of the grille. How to Insert the Batteries in the Remote Control 1 Remove the battery cover by sliding it according to the arrow direction. 2 Insert new batteries, making sure that the (+) and (-) of battery are installed correctly. 3 Reattach the cover by sliding it back into position. NOTES: s Use 2 "AAA" (1.5 volt) alkaline batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. s Remove the batteries from the remote control if the system is not going to be used for a long time. 8 Troubleshooting Tips Consumer Support