GE Zoneline® Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners

GE Zoneline®: A Story of American Invention

In 1961, the GE Zoneline® PTAC began its journey into hotels and motels across the country, transforming the concept of in-room comfort. Over 50 years later, GE Zoneline has been reinvented in Louisville, Kentucky, to meet the evolving needs of the American hotel industry. The latest GE Zoneline PTACs are engineered for enhanced reliability, efficiency, quiet operation, and exceptional ease of installation and maintenance.

Key Benefits

GE Zoneline stands as an industry leader across four key categories:

• Reliable
• Quiet
• Efficient
• Appearance

Reliable

With over one million units installed across the U.S. and a history of remarkably low service issues, GE Zoneline® PTACs deliver unparalleled reliability, consistent performance, and sustained guest comfort.

Unmatched Service & Support

GE technicians provide prompt service for your Zoneline units and all other GE appliances, ensuring guest comfort is never compromised.

Feature Highlights:

• Simplified Structure: Easy to maintain and service.
• Premium Guard Corrosion Protection: Special coatings ensure peak performance and longevity, even in challenging environments.
• Easy to Service: Integrated structural components facilitate straightforward maintenance and support.
• Durable Design: A rustproof base pan is standard on all models.
• Service Diagnostics Port: Allows technicians to quickly diagnose issues.
• Quick Connect: Enables connection of the thermostat, central desk control, and external fan in seconds for faster installation and servicing.

Quiet

Quiet operation is a hallmark of GE Zoneline®. As the industry's quietest PTAC*, it ensures guests enjoy a peaceful night's rest.

Where It Counts

Typical outdoor noises, such as traffic or airport sounds, pose challenges for hotel owners. GE Zonelines excel at blocking outdoor noise, achieving a Sound Transmission Class (STC) of 29, the highest STC rating available for PTACs. This superior sound insulation helps guests sleep better and contributes to higher guest satisfaction ratings for hotels and motels.

Competitor Sound Transmission Class (STC) Comparison: GE Zoneline achieves an STC of 29, which is the highest among leading competitors. A higher STC rating indicates better blocking of outside noise.

Guest Dissatisfaction Statistics:

• 33% are NOT likely to recommend the hotel due to room noise or temperature.
• 66% are NOT likely to return to the hotel due to room noise or temperature.

GE Appliances Zonelines provide quiet comfort for hotel rooms.

Feature Highlights:

• Baked-On Mastic Sound Barrier: A heavy-duty barrier on the unit's rear provides superior sound insulation.
• Weather Barrier System Seal: A seal around the unit's perimeter effectively blocks noise and dirt.
• Two DC Fan Motors: Each fan is equipped with a motor to precisely control airflow for heating and cooling functions, reducing noise.
• Large Cross-Flow Blower: Optimized airflow design ensures low, balanced, and unobtrusive sound.
• Smart Fan Cooling/Heating: The fan can operate in continuous mode during warm weather or in cycle mode during colder months, enhancing energy savings and guest comfort.

Efficient

GE Zoneline® PTACs offer high efficiency, with Zoneline heat pumps potentially saving properties hundreds of dollars monthly in utility expenses. On average, Zoneline units are 7% more efficient than leading competitors.

Why It Matters

Reducing energy consumption across properties can lead to significant cost savings. As industry leaders in efficient operation, Zoneline PTACs allow for lower utility bills without compromising guest comfort.

Feature Highlights:

• Reverse Cycle Defrost: Prolongs heat pump operation, saving energy and money.
• Electronic Temperature Limiting: Preset limits conserve energy and prevent excessive temperature fluctuations.
• Heat & Freeze Sentinels: Specially designed sensors protect the property by preventing overheating or freezing.
• Extensive Heat Source Logic: Smart technology enables each unit to automatically select the optimal heat source for efficient guest comfort.
• Smart Programming: Each unit is programmed to balance guest comfort with efficient operation.

Appearance

GE Zoneline® features a slim front, sleek appearance, and a light color that seamlessly integrates with any hotel décor and room design. With an industry-standard 42" x 16" cutout and the industry's slimmest room front, Zoneline maximizes open, usable space within the room.

Streamlined, Inside and Out

Zoneline units are sleek in design and engineered for efficiency both externally and internally.

Feature Highlights:

• Backlit, Coverless Control Panel: Features an attractive display with large, white LED lights and no cover, maintaining a clean look.
• Sleek Appearance: The 42" x 16" cutout with a shallow depth provides more usable room space.
• Light Color: Blends perfectly with modern interior designs.
• Dimming Display: An automatic dimming feature ensures LED lights are never too bright at night.

Additional Feature Highlights

GE Zoneline® combines energy efficiency and guest comfort with innovative features valued by property managers.

• Premium Guard Corrosion Protection: Special coatings, paints, and stainless steel ensure lasting performance in challenging environments, such as oceanfront properties.
• Makeup Air: An included secondary system provides continuous outdoor air. The supplemental dehumidification system activates when relative humidity exceeds 55%. (Available on select models).
• Baked-On Mastic Sound Barrier: A heavy-duty barrier on the unit's rear provides superior sound insulation.
• Internal Condensate Removal (ICR): A system of drainpipes and a pump minimizes condensate drainage during heat pump operation.
• Dry Air 25: Zoneline Dry Air models remove 20%-35% more moisture than standard Zoneline air conditioners, making them ideal for high humidity climates.
• System Compatibility: Compatible with various thermostats and energy management systems, including central desk control.

Unit Features:

• Blower & DC Motors: A large cross-flow blower and two DC fan motors, coupled with smart fan cooling and heating, ensure quiet operation and efficient performance.
• Heat Pump Features: Reverse cycle defrost enhances efficiency and allows extended heat pump operation. Backup resistance heat provides quick heating comfort.
• Heat & Freeze Sentinel: Maintains room temperature by preventing overheating or freezing, increasing efficiency and comfort while reducing operating and maintenance costs.
• Electronic Touch Controls: User-friendly controls with a clear LED readout offer a convenient experience.
• Weather Barrier System Seal: Keeps noise, dirt, and grime out, creating a quieter and more efficient room environment.
• Electronic Temperature Limiting: Prevents excessive cooling or overheating, with automatically set limits that eliminate the need for seasonal adjustments.

Zoneline® Specifications

AZ45 Series | Cooling and Electric Heat

• Digital LED display
• Variable vent control
• Quiet fans, blowers, and motors (Cross-flow blower, Two DC fan motors, Smart fan cooling)
• Heat and Freeze Sentinel
• Remote thermostat capability
• Electronic temperature limiting
• Works with central desk control and remote thermostats

AZ45 Series | Makeup Air

• Delivers 35 CFM of continuous makeup air.
• Conditions incoming air when relative humidity outdoors is above 55%.
• Quiet operation, Baked-on mastic, Cross-flow blower, Two DC fan motors.
• Heat & Freeze Sentinels.
• Electronic temperature limiting.
• Electronic touch controls with LED display.
• May reduce the need for rooftop units.
• Product is built to order.

Note: Makeup air models may impact building's electrical needs. Not recommended for installation within two miles of coastal areas.

AZ65 Series | Heat Pump

• Includes all resistant heat features plus: Staged heating, Heat pump with supplemental resistance heat, Reverse cycle defrost.

AZ65 Series | Heat Pump Makeup Air

• Includes all resistant heat makeup air features plus: Reverse heat cycle, Boost heat option.

Note: Makeup air models may impact building's electrical needs. Not recommended for installation within two miles of coastal areas. It is strongly recommended to install makeup air with wall thermostats.

Power Connection Kits

Power connection kits are required for all GE Zoneline chassis. The appropriate kit depends on the voltage and amperage of the electrical circuit and the connection method.

• RAK315P/320P/330P: 230/208 volt line cord connection kit.
• RAK315D/320D/330D: 230/208 volt universal power supply kit.
• RAK515D/520D/530D: 265 volt universal power supply kit.

Receptacles/Sub-bases:

• Tandem 230/208V 15 Amp (NEMA6-15R)
• Perpendicular 230/208V 20 Amp (NEMA6-20R)
• Large tandem 230/208V 30 Amp (NEMA6-30R)
• 265V 15 amp (NEMA7-15R)
• 265V 20 amp (NEMA7-20R)
• 265V 30 amp (NEMA7-30R)

Zoneline® Accessories

• Wall Case Options: RAB71B, RAB77B (Extended sleeves available in 16" and 24" depths).
• Grille Options: Architectural rear grille (Extruded aluminum - RAG67, Stamped aluminum - RAG60), High-impact polymer grille (Beige - RAG61, Maple - RAG62, Dark Brown - RAG63).
• Standard Sub-Base with Power Cord Included: RAK204D15C-15 Amp, RAK204D20C-20 Amp, RAK204D30C-30 Amp.
• Retrofit Kits: RAK40 Deflector kit.
• Thermostats:
• AZ45 Series: RAK164D2 (Digital remote thermostat for cooling/electric heat), RAK164F2 (Digital two fan speed thermostat for electric resistance), RAK164P2 (Programmable remote thermostat for cooling/electric heat).
• AZ65 Series: RAK148D2 (Digital remote thermostat for heat pump), RAK148F2 (Digital two fan speed thermostat for heat pump), RAK148P2 (Programmable remote thermostat for heat pump).
• Additional Accessories Available: Drain kits, adapter, exterior air deflector kits, and filters. Visit Zoneline.com for a full listing.

Zoneline® Warranty

• One Year (From date of original purchase): GE Appliances will replace any part failing due to defects in materials or workmanship. During this limited warranty, GE provides labor and related service costs free of charge.
• Five Years (From date of original purchase): GE Appliances will replace the Sealed Refrigerating System (compressor, condenser, evaporator, tubing) if any part fails due to defects in materials or workmanship. Labor and related service costs are covered free of charge.
• Second Through Fifth Year (From date of original purchase): Covers Fan Motors, Switches, Thermostat, Heater, Heater Protectors, Compressor Overload, Solenoids, Circuit Boards, Auxiliary Controls, Thermistors, Freeze Sentinel, Frost Controls, ICR Pump, Capacitors, Varistors, and Indoor Blower Bearing. If any of these parts fail due to defects, GE will replace them. The customer is responsible for any labor and related service costs during this additional four-year limited warranty.

Zoneline Chassis Nomenclature

The model number indicates specific features and capabilities:

Format: A Z [Series] [Unit Type] [Capacity] [Voltage/Phase/Frequency] [Power Connection] [Special Features]

• Zoneline: Brand identifier.
• Series: 45 = Cool/Electric Heat; 65 = Heat Pump.
• Unit Type: E = Cooling with electric resistance heat; H = Heat pump with electric resistance heat.
• Nominal Cooling Capacity: 07=7,000 BTUh, 09=9,000 BTUh, 12=12,000 BTUh, 15=15,000 BTUh.
• Voltage/Phase/Frequency: D = 230/208 Volt, single phase, 60 Hz; E = 265 Volt, single phase, 60 Hz.
• Universal Power Connection: D = Internal condensate removal (ICR) system (heat pump models only, not for coastal applications); M = Makeup Air; P = Dry Air 25.
• Special Features: B = Base unit; C = Premium Guard Corrosion Protection.

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