GE ASM14AL Owners Manual - Page 11

Window Installation Instructions [] WINDOW REQUIREMENTS • These instructions are for a standard double-hung window. You will need to modify them for other types of windows. CAUTION: If the sill support bolts do not contact the window sill, or if you have a window without a sill, you must order accessory kit RAK87 to properly install this air conditioner. Call 800.626.2002 or visit ge.com. • All supporting parts must be secured to firm wood, masonry or metal. • The electrical outlet must be within reach of the power cord. I B==_3 17W' rain. 281/2" to 39W" (With accordion panels) [] STORM WINDOW REQUIREMENTS A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt toward the outside, and will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood to the sill. WOOD PIECES - WIDTH: 2" LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside the window frame. THICKNESS: To determine the thickness, place a piece of wood on the sill to make it 1/2" higher than the top of the storm window frame or the vinyl frame. Attach securely with nails or screws provided by the installer. 1/2" higher than vinyl frame 1/2" higher than storm window frame Storm window frame _ _ (on some windows) SiLl Vinyl frame [] REMOVE THE FRONT GRILLE (IF ATTACHED) [] Remove shipping tape, if present. On models with a raise-up inlet grille, lift it and remove the screw behind it (if present) that holds the grille in place. On models with a slide-out air filter, remove it and the screw behind it (if present) that holds the grille in place. [] Gently but firmly grasp the lower grille corners, press in on the case • /,__i_ sides and pull forward to release. NOTE: Do not pull the bottom edge toward you more than 3" or you may damage the tabs of the grille. [] Lift the grille up and off the top tabs. 11