GE Ceiling Cassette Installation Manual
8 31-5000098 Rev. 1
Installation Instructions: Introduction and Overview
Condensate Handling
The Cassette unit has a built in condensate pump 
and water level safety switch. There is no option for 
gravity drain. The condensate pump is rated to lift 
water up to 47 3/16” from the point of discharge on 
the cassette assembly. 
The cassette unit comes with a grey connection 
hose with clamp. This hose is connected to the 
cassette assembly discharge hose port. The other 
end of the hose is sized to accept 3/4 “ PVC piping. 
Recommended condensate piping configurations are 
shown here:
Electrical Power
Follow all local codes and regulations when installing 
electrical wiring.
Route required electrical power to area where the 
Cassette unit is to be located. Maintain at least 
a 10 foot separation between TV, Radio or any 
communication wiring and the power to the indoor 
unit. 
14 Gauge stranded copper wire should be used to 
make the electrical connection and communication 
link between indoor and outdoor units. 
The wiring is connected at the indoor unit electrical 
terminal blocks screws 1, 2, 3 and ground. There 
should be no splices in the wires between the indoor 
and outdoor units as these serve as communication 
signal wires and electrical power connections. Any 
accessory added to shut off power to the indoor 
section should break the Number 2 terminal only.
Air Delivery Clearances
Make certain to maintain proper clearances 
around the cassette as specified in the installation 
instructions. Standard clearances for cassette air 
handlers require 5 feet of clearance in each direction. 
There should be 8 feet of clearance from the face of 
the cassette grille to the floor. Inadequate clearances 
can cause system freezing and temperature control 
problems.
Fresh Air Intake Option
The cassette has a marked area to cut out if outside 
air is desired. The piping connection should be made 
with a 4 inch diameter pipe. Outside air should be 
pre-filtered prior to entry into the cassette.
8 1/4 (210)
 Ø 4 (100)
3 1/2 (90) 2 5/8 (68)
 Ø 3 (75)
Service and Maintenance Clearances
Make sure there are adequate clearances for future 
maintenance and service. Allow enough room to 
access the condensate pump assembly and the 
electrical control box. 
12 in. below
3-5 ft.
11 in. under
8.6 in.
8.6 in.
19.6 in. below










