GE AS_08 manual

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Buen manual de instrucciones

Las leyes obligan al vendedor a entregarle al comprador, junto con el producto, el manual de instrucciones GE AS_08. La falta del manual o facilitar información incorrecta al consumidor constituyen una base de reclamación por no estar de acuerdo el producto con el contrato. Según la ley, está permitido adjuntar un manual de otra forma que no sea en papel, lo cual últimamente es bastante común y los fabricantes nos facilitan un manual gráfico, su versión electrónica GE AS_08 o vídeos de instrucciones para usuarios. La condición es que tenga una forma legible y entendible.

¿Qué es un manual de instrucciones?

El nombre proviene de la palabra latina “instructio”, es decir, ordenar. Por lo tanto, en un manual GE AS_08 se puede encontrar la descripción de las etapas de actuación. El propósito de un manual es enseñar, facilitar el encendido o el uso de un dispositivo o la realización de acciones concretas. Un manual de instrucciones también es una fuente de información acerca de un objeto o un servicio, es una pista.

Desafortunadamente pocos usuarios destinan su tiempo a leer manuales GE AS_08, sin embargo, un buen manual nos permite, no solo conocer una cantidad de funcionalidades adicionales del dispositivo comprado, sino también evitar la mayoría de fallos.

Entonces, ¿qué debe contener el manual de instrucciones perfecto?

Sobre todo, un manual de instrucciones GE AS_08 debe contener:
- información acerca de las especificaciones técnicas del dispositivo GE AS_08
- nombre de fabricante y año de fabricación del dispositivo GE AS_08
- condiciones de uso, configuración y mantenimiento del dispositivo GE AS_08
- marcas de seguridad y certificados que confirmen su concordancia con determinadas normativas

¿Por qué no leemos los manuales de instrucciones?

Normalmente es por la falta de tiempo y seguridad acerca de las funcionalidades determinadas de los dispositivos comprados. Desafortunadamente la conexión y el encendido de GE AS_08 no es suficiente. El manual de instrucciones siempre contiene una serie de indicaciones acerca de determinadas funcionalidades, normas de seguridad, consejos de mantenimiento (incluso qué productos usar), fallos eventuales de GE AS_08 y maneras de solucionar los problemas que puedan ocurrir durante su uso. Al final, en un manual se pueden encontrar los detalles de servicio técnico GE en caso de que las soluciones propuestas no hayan funcionado. Actualmente gozan de éxito manuales de instrucciones en forma de animaciones interesantes o vídeo manuales que llegan al usuario mucho mejor que en forma de un folleto. Este tipo de manual ayuda a que el usuario vea el vídeo entero sin saltarse las especificaciones y las descripciones técnicas complicadas de GE AS_08, como se suele hacer teniendo una versión en papel.

¿Por qué vale la pena leer los manuales de instrucciones?

Sobre todo es en ellos donde encontraremos las respuestas acerca de la construcción, las posibilidades del dispositivo GE AS_08, el uso de determinados accesorios y una serie de informaciones que permiten aprovechar completamente sus funciones y comodidades.

Tras una compra exitosa de un equipo o un dispositivo, vale la pena dedicar un momento para familiarizarse con cada parte del manual GE AS_08. Actualmente se preparan y traducen con dedicación, para que no solo sean comprensibles para los usuarios, sino que también cumplan su función básica de información y ayuda.

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    Safety Information Safety Precautions . . . . . . . .3 How to Connect Electricity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Use of Extension Cords . . .4 Use of Adapter Plugs . . . . . .4 Operating Instructions Models with Touch Pads 5, 6 Models with Control Knobs . . . . . . . . .7, 8 Care and Cleaning Grille and Case . . . . . . . . . . .9 Outdoor Coils .[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can find them on a label on the side of the air conditioner. Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under t[...]

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    IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! For your safety , the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire, electric shock or personal injury . ■ Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Owner’s Manual. ■ This air conditioner must be properly instal[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 4 IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. W ARNING! Because of potential safety hazards under certain conditions, we strongly recommend against the use of an extension cord. However, if you must use an extension c[...]

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    ■ To ensure proper operation, aim the remote control at the signal receiver on the air conditioner. ■ The remote control signal has a range of up to 21 feet. ■ Make sure nothing 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 Cleani[...]

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    6 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the controls on[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions About the controls on the air conditioner–models with control knobs. Features and appearance will vary . Controls Mode Controls HIGH COOL, MED COOL and LOW COOL provide cooling with different fan speeds. LOW FAN or HIGH FAN provides air ci[...]

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    8 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions About the controls on[...]

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    Air Filter The air filter behind the front grille should be checked and cleaned at least every 30 days or more often if necessary. T o remove (on some models): Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. Rinse and let the filter dry before replacing it. CAUTION: DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a filter because dirt and lint will clog it and[...]

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    10 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Preparing to install[...]

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    Parts Included Type A (9) Security bracket (3) Top mounting rail Right accordion panel Foam top window gasket Window sash seal Left accordion panel Type B (8) Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 11 Window Installation Instructions for 5000 BTU Units (model AS_05) ■ Phillips-[...]

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    Storm Window Requirements A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood to the stool. WOOD PIECES— WIDTH: 2 ″ LENGTH: Long enough to fit inside the window frame. THICKNESS: To determine the thickness, place a piece of wood o[...]

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    Prepare the Air Conditioner Remove the backing from the top mounting rail seal strip and attach it to the bottom of the top mounting rail. Install the top mounting rail with 3 type A screws from the outside of the case. Loosen the lower screw on each side of the case and hook a security bracket on each side. Tighten the screws to secure the bracket[...]

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    Install the Air Conditioner in the Window Cut the window sash seal to the window width and stick the adhesive side to the bottom of the sash. Place the air conditioner on the stool with the bottom mounting rail against its back edge. Center it and close the window securely behind the top mounting rail. It should be level or slightly tilted to the o[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 15 Read the section Preparing to Install the Air Conditioner before beginning. Parts Included Type A AS_06, AS_08 (17) AS_10 (19) Sill support (2) Top mounting rail Right accordion panel Foam top window gasket Window sash seal Left accordion[...]

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    Window Installation Instructions for 6000, 8000, and 10,000 BTU Units (models AS_06, AS_08, and AS_10) Storm Window Requirements A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood to the stool. WOOD PIECES— WIDTH: 2 ″ LENGTH: Lon[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Prepare the Case Remove the backing from the top mounting rail seal strip and attach it to the bottom of the top mounting rail. Install the top mounting rail with 3 type A or 5 type A screws (as the installation requires) from the inside of [...]

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    Install the Case in the Window Cut the window sash seal to the window width and stick the adhesive side to the bottom of the sash. Thread two type C bolts into the support brackets. Slide the case into the window and lower the window behind the top mounting rail. Position the brackets on the case bottom so they will be near the outermost point on t[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 19 Install the Air Conditioner in the Case Slide the air conditioner into the case. Reinstall the 2 screws removed earlier on each side of the case. Place the bottom inner case gasket between the bottom of the air conditioner and the inside [...]

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    20 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Read the section Pre[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 21 Storm Window Requirements A storm window frame will not allow the air conditioner to tilt towards the outside and will keep it from draining properly. To adjust for this, attach a piece of wood to the stool. WOOD PIECES— WIDTH: 2 ″ LE[...]

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    Window Installation Instructions for 12,000, 14,000, 16,000, 18,000, 22,000, and 24,000 BTU Units (models AS_12, AS_14, AS_16, AS_18, AS_22, and AS_24) Prepare the Case Remove the backing from the top mounting rail seal strip and attach it to the bottom of the top mounting rail. Install the top mounting rail with 8 type A screws from the inside of [...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Prepare the Window Cut the window sash seal to the window width and stick the adhesive side to the bottom of the sash. Mark the centerline of the stool. Measure and mark the locations for the support assemblies 12 3 ⁄ 8 ″ from both sides[...]

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    Window Installation Instructions for 12,000, 14,000, 16,000, 18,000, 22,000, and 24,000 BTU Units (models AS_12, AS_14, AS_16, AS_18, AS_22, and AS_24) 24 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions [...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions 25 Install the Air Conditioner in the Case Slide the air conditioner into the case. Reinstall the 2 screws removed earlier on each side of the case. Place the bottom inner case gasket between the bottom of the air conditioner and the inside [...]

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    26 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Through the W all In[...]

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    Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Before you call for service… T roubleshooting T ips: Save time and money! Review the chart below first and you may not need to call for service. Normal Operating Sounds ■ You may hear a pinging noise caused by water being picked up and t[...]

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    28 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating Instructions Notes[...]

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    General Electric Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 32150 Louisville, KY 40232-2150 GE Service Protection Plus ™ GE, a name recognized worldwide for quality and dependability, offers you Service Protection Plus ™ —comprehensive protection on all your appliances— No Matter What Brand! Benefits Include: • Backed by GE • All[...]

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    Consumer Product Ownership Registration Important Mail Today! First Name Mr. ■ ■ Ms. ■ ■ Mrs. ■ ■ Miss ■ ■ Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Year Zip Code Apt. # Last Name Phone Number _ _ Consumer Product Ownership Registration Dear Customer: Thank you for purchasing our product and thank you for placing your c[...]

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    31 Customer Service T roubleshooting T ips Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Air Conditioner W arranty All warranty service provided by our Factory Service Centers, or an authorized Customer Care ® technician. For service, call 800-GE-CARES. For The Period Of: W e Will Replace: One Y ear Any part of the air condi[...]

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    Operating Instructions Safety Instructions Installation Instructions T roubleshooting T ips Customer Service Service T elephone Numbers. GE Answer Center ® 800.626.2000 The GE Answer Center® is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In-Home Repair Service 800-GE-CARES (800-432-2737) Expert GE repair service is only a phone call away. Special Needs S[...]