GE 5100 manual

3 Important Safety Information 10 Installation Instructions Important Electrical Safety Adjustments and Auxiliary Controls 4 Operating Instructions T he Controls on Y our Zoneline Care of Product 19 Helpful Information Things That Are Normal 20 If Something Goes Wrong Before Y ou Call For Service GE Service Numbers Warranty GE Appliances Zoneline ?[...]

Welcome to the GE family. We’re proud of our quality products and we believe in dependable service. You’ll see it in this easy-to-use manual and you’ll hear it in the friendly voices of our customer service department. Best of all, you’ll experience these values each time you enjoy the comfort of your Zoneline. That’s important, because y[...]

• This Zoneline must be properly installed in accordance with the Installation Instructions before it is used. • Repair or replace immediately all electric service cords that have become frayed or otherwise damaged. • Unplug or disconnect the Zoneline at the fuse box or circuit breaker before making any repairs. NOTE: We strongly recommend th[...]

COOL — For cooling HEA T — For heating F AN — For fan-only operation The fan control sets the fan operation for HIGH, LOW or AUTO speed. When set at AUTO , it auto- matically switches between LOW and HIGH as room temperature changes. The temp control is used to maintain the room temperature. The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the ro[...]

5 Ener gy T ips Keep the vent control at CLOSE . The room air will be filtered and circulated. Set the FAN at AUTO . It switches between low and high to adjust for room temperature changes. Adjust the air louvers as shown to get the most hot or cool air into the room. The ventilation control lever is located at the lower left side of the Zoneline u[...]

Operating Instructions Other Zoneline features Additional controls are located behind the room cabinet. T o remove: Pull out at the bottom to release it from the tabs. Then lift up. T o replace: Place the tabs over the top rail. Push inward at the bottom until it snaps into place. T o Remove the Room Cabinet 6 Heat pumps can save money by removing [...]

The Freeze Sentinel feature automatically turns on the resistance heater and fan if the room temperature (sensed at the unit) drops to approximately 40 ° F. It will turn the heater off when the temperature reaches about 45 ° F. The Freeze Sentinel helps prevent plumbing damage in the room due to sub-freezing temperatures. The Freeze Sentinel is a[...]

8 Operating Instructions Care & Cleaning Turn the Zoneline off and discon- nect the power supply. To clean, use water and a mild detergent. Do not use bleach or abrasives. Room Cabinet and Case The coils on the outdoor side of the Zoneline should be checked regularly. If they are clogged with dirt or soot they may be profes- sionally steam clea[...]

T ur n the Zoneline off before cleaning. The most important thing you can do to maintain the Zoneline is to clean the filter at least every 30 days. Clogged filters reduce cool- ing, heating and air flow. Keeping these filters clean will: • Decrease cost of operation. • Save energy. • Prevent clogged heat exchanger coils. • Reduce the risk [...]

10 Installation Instructions Read carefully If you have any questions, call the GE Answer Center at 800.626.2000. • Use the correct wall case. This chassis is designed to be installed in an insulated wall case. This minimizes condensation from forming on the room side of the case. If the current wall case is not insulated, you can reduce the pos-[...]

• Follow the National Electrical Code (NEC) or local codes and ordinances. • For personal safety, this Zoneline must be properly grounded. • Protective devices (fuses or circuit breakers) acceptable for Zoneline installations are specified on the nameplate of each unit. CAUTION: • Do not use an extension cord with this unit. • Aluminum bu[...]

12 Installation Instructions A power connection kit must be used to supply power to the Zoneline unit. The appropriate kit is determined by the voltage, the means of electrical connection and the amperage of the branch circuit. Connections of 208 or 230 volt circuits may be with a universal power cord kit or a permanent connector kit. All wiring, i[...]

13 1 The RAB71 or RAB77 wall case must be properly installed per instructions packed with the case. 2 Remove the corrugated stiffener and the outdoor protective panel. Use the slit in the out- door panel as a handhold and push out. 3 Install the exterior grille from the room side following instruc- tions packed with the grille. Insulated Wall Case [...]

14 Installation Instructions 1 Carefully remove shipping tape, if there is any, from the room cabinet and vent door. 2 Remove the room cabinet by pulling it out at the bottom to release it, then lift it up to clear the rail along the unit top. Remove Shipping T ape and Room Cabinet Shipping tape Slide the unit into the wall case and secure with fou[...]

Low Voltage Connectors & Auxiliary Controls The Boost Heat Option increases the Zoneline air temperature by adding electric heat to supplement the heat pump. It automatically turns on when the outside tempera- ture is between 25 ° F. and 45 ° F. To set the Boost Heat Option, move switch 8 to the ON (up) position. If the Zoneline is controlled[...]

16 Installation Instructions The Zoneline can be controlled by using the controls on the unit or by a wall thermostat. Detailed wiring instructions are packed with the low-voltage con- nectors in the recessed connection space on the Zoneline chassis. To switch to a wall thermostat, move switch 10 to the ON (up) position (see illustration B at left)[...]

The Zoneline can be connected to a switch at the front desk that allows you to turn the unit on or off without going to each unit. When the front desk switch is open the Zoneline is on. Turn the switch to closed to turn it off. For load shedding, the CDC auxiliary switch 9 must be in the OFF (down) position and auxiliary switch 12 must be in the ON[...]

18 Installation Instructions Temperature limiting can reduce energy costs by limiting the lowest temperature that can be set on cooling and the highest tempera- ture that can be set on heating. Temperature limiting is controlled by setting the first six auxiliary switches. The first three are used to select cooling range limits and the next three a[...]

19 Helpful Information Things that are normal Noise Explanation 3-Minute Dela y You may hear a pinging or popping noise caused by water being picked up and thrown against the condenser on rainy days or when the humidity is high. This design feature helps remove moisture and improve efficiency. You may hear relays click when the controls cycle on an[...]

20 Zoneline Doesn’ t Start Zoneline Does Not Cool or Heat as it Should The unit is unplugged • Make sure the Zoneline plug is pushed completely into the outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker breaker is tripped box and replace fuse or reset the breaker. The unit is waiting for the • This is normal. The Zone[...]

21 Problem Possible Causes What to Do CALL SVC Indicator Light The compressor • Move the control to STOP and then may have failed restart the unit. If the light reappears within 30 minutes, call for service as soon as possible. Bur ning Odor at the Start of Heating Operation Dust is on the surface of • This can cause a “burning” odor at the[...]

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800.626.2000 TDD 800-833-4322 GE Service Numbers We’ll be there! Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. GE Answer Center ® 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) We provide expert repair service, scheduled at a time that’s convenient for you. Our factory-trained technicians know your air conditioner inside and out— so most repairs can be handled in just o[...]

What is Not Covered FULL ONE-YEAR WARRANTY For one year from date of original purchase, we will provide, free of charge, parts and on- site service labor to repair or replace any part of the room air conditioner that fails because of a manufacturing defect. FULL FIVE-YEAR WARRANTY For five years from the date of original pur - chase, we will provid[...]