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PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE
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OPERATE WHEN reset circuit breaker.
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OFF AND ON be harmful to the motor. Check to be sure the filter is clean. If off
and on cycling continues, call for service. Visit GEAppliances.com for
available makeup air solutions.
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metal grease filters. The light will glow until the filters are replaced.
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filter in place.
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WHEN FAN ON/OFF Disconnect power to the unit. Lift the lower duct cover and look at the
BUTTON IS PRESSED OR blower connector plug. If the blower connector plug is loose, plug it in
WHEN + OR – BUTTON securely. See the Installation Instructions for the plug location and how
IS PRESSED to plug in the connector.
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AIRFLOW NOISE and a maximum duct length of 100 equivalent feet to perform optimally.
Using smaller duct pipe or longer equivalent lengths of duct pipe will
cause improper venting. GE service technicians cannot correct this issue
if installed improperly.
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swings freely. Damper blades may flip over and will not fully open when
LOUD OR ABNORMAL
this happens. Adjust to original position.
AIRFLOW NOISE
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the metal grease filter and replace charcoal filter (if present). See Care
and Cleaning.
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appliances to operate to rating. Check with local building codes, which
may require or strongly advise the use of makeup air.
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ARE NOT OPERATING the circuit breaker. Wait 30 seconds to allow controls to reset.
CORRECTLY
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to keep skin oils off bulbs.
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