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Brand Spotlight: GE PTAC Units

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Packaged Terminal Air Conditioners are an efficient and quiet solution for hospitality, multi family, and commercial spaces. Since these environments demand continuous operation and industrial-grade quality, many opt for GE’s reliable PTAC units to provide dependable cooling year-round.

Whether you’re upgrading your hotel’s climate system or retrofitting a senior living facility, GE PTAC units deliver year-round comfort with energy-efficient performance and simplified serviceability. Read on to learn what distinguishes GE’s PTACs and how to select the right one for your needs.

About GE

General Electric (GE) is one of the most recognized names in home and commercial appliances. And their line of PTACs is one of the pioneers in the commercial cooling market.

GE introduced the Zoneline PTAC in the 1960s, a system specifically designed to provide individual room control for hotels and commercial spaces. Over the intervening decades, the Zoneline brand has evolved into one of the most reliable PTAC systems in the industry, offering state-of-the-art features focused on guest comfort, energy savings, and durability.

For decades, GE PTACs have been used in:

  • Hotels and motels
  • Assisted living facilities
  • College dorms
  • Apartments and condos
  • Commercial offices
  • Military housing

With reliable heating and cooling in a single unit, GE PTACs reduce the need for central ductwork or additional HVAC components in multi-room buildings.

What Sets GE PTACs Apart?

Industry-Leading Durability

GE’s Zoneline units are subjected to rigorous testing, with more than 150,000 hours of accelerated wear, to ensure long-lasting performance even in high-usage environments such as in-demand hotels and resorts.

Humidity Control

Some GE PTACs have integrated dehumidification settings to help maintain optimal indoor moisture levels, a critical feature for buildings in coastal areas or humid climates.

Advanced Control Options

Reflecting the brand’s constant focus on innovation, GE PTACs are compatible with:

  • Remote wall thermostats
  • Wired or wireless control interfaces
  • Central desk control systems
  • Occupancy sensors (for advanced models)
  • Energy Management Systems 

GE PTAC Key Features

✔️ White Noise Technology

Since PTACs are designed for residential spaces, GE’s PTAC units are specifically designed to minimize operational noise through their patented “Quiet White Noise”. This technology emits a consistent, non-distracting sound that blends into the background, making it ideal for spaces that demand quiet such as hotels, dorms, and nursing homes.

✔️ Energy-Efficient Operation

Given today’s focus on energy efficiency, many Zoneline PTACs feature energy management settings, including:

  • Smart fan delay
  • Temperature limiting
  • Remote thermostat compatibility
  • Energy-efficient heat pump technology

✔️ Simplified Maintenance and Service

GE’s PTACs are built to be rugged and easy to service, being designed from the ground-up with simplified maintenance in mind.

  • Easy-access filters and components
  • Modular design allows for quick part replacements
  • Corrosion-resistant coils
  • Front desk control compatibility and diagnostic LED readouts

✔️ Central Desk Control

GE Zoneline units are compatible with most CDC and energy management systems. All units also have a port available and offer an accessory (RAKCDC) to provide an CDC interface to most of the energy management systems available. 

✔️ Customizable for Every Property

As one of the leading brands in the PTAC market, GE caters to just about every site need. From the choice of sleeve depth to optional accessories like remote thermostats drain kits, GE PTACs are designed for both new installations and retrofit projects.

GE PTAC Lineup 

GE’s PTAC offerings are all marketed under the Zoneline brand. They are available in multiple configurations to fit a wide variety of building needs.

The range includes:

  • 7,000 – 15,000 BTU/h capacities
  • 208/230V or 265V models
  • 20A, 30A, and 15A power configurations

1. Zoneline AZES Series

  • GE’s standard PTAC series with cooling and electric heat. 
  • Available from 6,800 to 14,500 BTUs
  • Some models also come with dry air function.

Featured GE Zoneline AZES series PTAC:

GE AZES12DCXXA 12000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Electric Heat

Compared to competitors, this series boasts a shallower front for more usable space and overall sleeker appearance. This 12,000 BTU model comes with your choice of electric cord amperage (the included electric heat function is dependent on your choice of power cord). It is a fixed speed unit with hi or low settings and includes Corrosion Protection.

A reverse cycle defrost feature increases energy efficiency by allowing the unit to run in heat pump mode longer. Specially designed heat and freeze sentinels prevent overheating or freezing, prolonging the life of the unit and adding to even more energy savings in the long run.

GE AZES12DCXXA 12000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Electric Heat - Fixed Speed Compressor - Corrosion Protection - Power Cord Included - R454B Refrigerant
Price: $1,129.00 GE AZES12DCXXA 12000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Electric Heat - Fixed Speed Compressor - Corrosion Protection - Power Cord Included - R454B Refrigerant

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2. Zoneline AZHS Series

  • Available from 6,900 to 14,200 BTUs
  • Equipped with heat pump in addition to electric resistance heat for greater energy savings in the heating mode
  • Boost Heat option feature utilizes partial supplemental resistance heat at the same time as the heat pump operation
  • Some models have Internal Condensate Removal

Featured GE Zoneline AZHS series PTAC:

GE AZHS09DCXXA 9000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Heat Pump

This 9,700 BTU PTAC comes with 8,000 BTU Heat Pump and your choice of electric cord amperage (electric heat is power cord dependent).

Features also include Sleep Mode, Smart Fan Fan Cycle Control, 2 speed fan options including Hi/Lo Cooling, Hi/Lo Fan Only and Hi/Lo Heating. 

On the inside, special Premium Guard coatings provide protection against corrosion, to keep every part running better and longer, even in challenging environments such as oceanfront properties. 

GE AZHS09DCXXA 9000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Heat Pump - Fixed Speed Compressor - Corrosion Protection - Power Cord Included - 208/230V - R454B Refrigerant
Price: $1,259.00 GE AZHS09DCXXA 9000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Heat Pump - Fixed Speed Compressor - Corrosion Protection - Power Cord Included - 208/230V - R454B Refrigerant

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3. GE Perfect Control PTAC

The Perfect Control series is GE’s first PTAC line to use inverter technology and a variable speed compressor. This allows units to achieve impressive energy efficiency ratings, quiet operation, and cost-saving performance by reducing energy-intense startup cycles.

  • Available from 4,000 – 15,000 BTUs
  • Equipped with inverter technology that greatly improves performance while reducing operational noise
  • Perfect Control technology senses temperature, humidity and occupancy via optional wall thermostats
  • Proprietary heat load algorithms sense room size and automatically adjust output and set comfortable humidity levels
  • Some models are equipped with makeup air units

Featured GE Perfect Control series PTAC:

GE AZVS15DCXWA 15000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Heat Pump

This 14,200 BTU PTAC comes with a variable Heat Pump range that offers 4,000 – 14,000 BTUs depending on your choice of electric cord amperage. It is equipped with a variable speed compressor allowing it to achieve exceptional efficiency while being one of the quietest PTACs on the market.

The new Perfect Control technology allows the heat pumps to operate down to 0°F. They also include Humidity Sensing and Control. The new AUX settings can prioritize humidity control, essentially making the unit a dehumidifier as well.

GE AZVS15DCXWA 15000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Heat Pump - Inverter Variable Speed Compressor - Corrosion Protection - Power Cord Included - 208/230V
Price: $1,579.00 GE AZVS15DCXWA 15000 BTU Class Zoneline PTAC Air Conditioner with Heat Pump - Inverter Variable Speed Compressor - Corrosion Protection - Power Cord Included - 208/230V

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4. PTAC Thermostats

All Zoneline AZES and AZHS Series units are adaptable to Class 2 remote low-voltage thermostats. The only additional field-supplied components are the remote thermostat and wiring necessary to connect it.

  • Available in wired or wireless models

5. Wall Sleeves and Grilles

  • We offer a wide range of wall sleeves from with depths from 13 3/4” to 24” to accommodate wall thicknesses
  • We also have different architectural grilles to suit your building’s facade.

Your Trusted Source for GE PTACs

If you’re looking for a reliable, quiet, and energy-efficient PTAC backed by a name you can trust, GE’s Zoneline PTACs are an excellent choice. Their innovative features, long service life, and broad configuration options make them a top-tier solution for commercial and residential applications alike.

And if you’re looking for an authorized GE Appliance Dealer you can trust, look no further than Total Home Supply. With us you can enjoy GE’s famous reliability backed by our excellent customer service and aftersales support.

Mickey Luongo

Mickey is the resident heating and air conditioning expert with over 15 years of experience in the industry.

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