LG Air Conditioner: Owner'S Manual
LG Air Conditioner: Owner'S Manual
LG Air Conditioner: Owner'S Manual
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Air Conditioner
OWNER'S MANUAL
Type : Wall Mounted
IMPORTANT
• Please read this owner's manual carefully and thoroughly
before installing and operating your room air conditioner.
• Please retain this owner's manual for future reference after
reading it thoroughly.
Air Conditioner Owner’s Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A. Safety Precautions ..............................3 FOR YOUR RECORDS
B. Electrical Safety...................................6
Write the model and serial numbers here:
Temporary Use of an Adapter ...............6
Model #
Temporary Use of an Extension Cord ...6
Serial #
Symbols used in this Manual.................6
You can find them on a label on the side of each unit.
C. Product Introduction...........................7
Dealer's Name
Indoor Units ...........................................7
Operation Indication Lamps ..................7 Date Purchased
Outdoor Unit ..........................................7 ■ Staple your receipt to this page in the event you need
it to prove date of purchase or for warranty issues.
D. Operating Instructions........................8
How to insert the Batteries ....................8
Wireless Remote Controller
Maintenance..........................................8
READ THIS MANUAL
Operating Method..................................8 Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use
and maintain your air conditioner properly. Just a little
Wireless Remote Controller...................9
preventive care on your part can save you a great deal
Operation Mode...................................10 of time and money over the life of your air conditioner.
Auto Changeover Operation (Optional) ..11 You'll find many answers to common problems in the
Auto Operation ....................................11 chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review our chart of
Healthy Dehumidification Operation....11 Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call
Air Circulation Mode ............................12 for service at all.
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Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed.
■ Incorrect operation due to ignoring instruction will cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classified by
the following indications.
Always use a power plug and socket with Do not use a defective or underrated Do not use a multi consent. Always use
a ground terminal. circuit breaker. Use the correctly rated this appliance on a dedicated circuit
breaker and fuse. breaker.
• There is a risk of electric shock. • There is risk of fire or electric shock . • Otherwise it can cause electric shock or fire.
For electrical work, contact the dealer, seller, Always ground the product as per the Install the panel and the cover of control
a qualified electrician, or an Authorized wiring diagram. Do not connect the box securely.
Service Center. Do not disassemble or repair ground wire to gas or water pipes
the product by yourself. lightening rod or telephone ground wire.
• There is risk of fire or electric shock. • There is risk of fire or electric shock. • There is risk of fire or electric shock due to
dust , water etc.
Use the correctly rated breaker or fuse. Do not modify or extend the power cable. For installation, removal or reinstall ,
If the power cable or cord has scrathes or always contact the dealer or an
skin peeled off or deteriorated then it Authorized Service Center.
must be replaced.
• There is risk of fire or electric shock. • There is risk of fire or electric shock. • There is risk of fire, electric shock, explosion,
or injury.
Do not install the product on a defective Never install the outdoor unit on a When the product is soaked (flooded or
installation stand. Be sure that the moving base or a place from where it submerged) in water , contact an
installation area does not deteriorate with can fall down. Authorized Service Center for repair
age. before using it again.
• It may cause product to fall. • The falling outdoor unit can cause damage or • There is risk of fire or eletric shock.
injury or even death of a person.
In outdoor unit the step-up capacitor When installing the unit, use the Be sure to use only those parts which
supplies high voltage electricity to the installation kit provided with the product. are listed in the svc parts list. Never
electrical components. Be sure to attempt to modify the equipment.
discharge the capacitor completely
before conducting the repair work.
• An charged capacitor can cause electrical • Otherwise the unit may fall and cause severe • The use of inappropriate parts can cause an
shock. injury. electrical shock, excessive heat generation or
fire.
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Safety Precautions
Indoor/outdoor wiring connections must Safely dispose off the packing materials. Make sure to check that the power cable
be secured tightly and the cable should Like screws, nails, batteries, broken plug is not dirty, loose or broken and
be routed properly so that there is no things etc after installation or svc and then only insert the plug completely.
force pulling the cable from the then tear away and throw away the
connection terminals. plastic packaging bags.
• Improper or loose connections can cause • Children may play with them and cause • Dirty, loose or broken power plug can
heat generation or fire. injury. cause electric shock or fire.
Be sure to check the refrigerant to be Don't use a power cord, a plug or a loose Do not touch , operate, or repair the
used. Please read the label on the product. socket which is damaged. product with wet hands. Hold the plug by
hand when taking out
• Incorrect refrigerant used can prevent the • Otherwise it may cause a fire or electrical • There is risk of electric shock or fire.
normal operation of the unit. shock.
Do not place a heater or other heating Do not allow water to run into electric Do not store or use or even allow
appliances near the power cable. parts. Install the unit away from water flammable gas or combustibles near the
sources. product.
• There is risk of fire and electric shock. • There is risk of fire, failure of the product, or • There is risk of fire.
electric shock.
Do not use the product in a tightly closed Do not open the front grille of the product If strange sound, smell or smoke comes
space for a long time. Perform ventilation during operation. (Do not touch the from product.Immediately turn the breaker
regularly. electrostatic filter, if the unit is so equipped.) off or disconnect the power supply cable.
• Oxygen deficiency could occur and hence • There is risk of physical injury, electric shock, • There is risk of electric shock or fire.
harm your health. or product failure.
Ventilate the product room from time to Turn the main power off and unplug the When the product is not to be used for a
time when operating it together with a unit when cleaning or repairing the long time, disconnect the power supply
stove, or heating element etc. product. plug or turn off the breaker.
• Oxygen deficiency can occur and hence harm • There is risk of electric shock. • There is risk of product damage or failure, or
your health. unintended operation.
Take care to ensure that nobody Take care to ensure that power cable Do not place ANYTHING on the power
especially kids could step on or fall onto could not be pulled out or damaged cable.
the outdoor unit. during operation.
• This could result in personal injury and • There is risk of fire or electric shock. • There is risk of fire or electric shock.
product damage.
Do not plug or unplug the power supply plug to turn the unit When flammable gas leaks, turn off the gas and open a window
ON/OFF . for ventilation befor turning on the product.
• Do not use the telephone or turn switches on or off. There is risk of
• There is risk of fire or electric shock. explosion or fire.
Two or more people must lift and Do not install the product where it will be Install the drain hose to ensure that the
transport the product. exposed to sea wind (salt spray) directly. condensed water is drained away properly.
• Avoid personal injury. • It may cause corrosion on the product. • A bad connection may cause water leakage.
Keep level even when installing the Do not install the product where the noise Always check for gas (refrigerant)
product. or hot air from the outdoor unit could leakage after installation or repair of
damage or disturb the neighborhoods. product.
• To avoid vibration or noise. • It may cause a problem for your neighbors • Low refrigerant levels may cause failure of
and hence dispute. product.
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Safety Precautions
Do not use the product for special purposes, Do not block the inlet or outlet of air flow. Use a soft cloth to clean. Do not use
such as preserving foods, works of art, etc. It harsh detergents, solvents or splashing
is a consumer air conditioner, not a precision water etc .
refrigeration system.
• There is risk of damage or loss of property. • It may cause product failure. • There is risk of fire, electric shock, or damage
to the plastic parts of the product.
Do not touch the metal parts of the Do not step on or put anyting on the Always insert the filter securely after
product when removing the air filter. product. (outdoor units) cleaning. Clean the filter every two weeks
or more often if necessary.
• There is risk of personal injury. • There is risk of personal injury and failure of • A dirty filter reduces the efficiency.
product.
Do not insert hands or other objects Be cautious when unpacking and If the refrigerant gas leaks during the
through the air inlet or outlet while the installing the product. repair, do not touch the leakaing
product is operating. refrigerant gas.
• There are sharp and moving parts that could • Sharp edges could cause injury. • The refrigernat gas can cause frostbite (cold
cause personal injury. burn)
Do not tilt the unit when removing or Do not mix air or gas other than the If the refrigerant gas leaks during the
uninstalling it. specified refrigerant used in the system . installation, ventilate the area immediately.
• The condensed water inside can spill . • If air enters the refrigerant system, an • Otherwise it can be harmfull for your health.
excessively high pressure results, causing
equipment damage or injury.
Dismantling the unit, treatment of the Replace the all batteries in the remote Do not recharge or disassemble the
refrigerant oil and eventual parts should control with new ones of the same type. batteries. Do not dispose off batteries in
be done in accordance with local and Do not mix old and new batteries or a fire.
national standards. different types of batteries.
• There is risk of fire or product failure. • They may burn or explode.
If the liquid from the batteries gets onto If you eat the liquid from the batteries, Do not let the air conditioner run for a
your skin or clothes, wash it well with brush your teeth and see doctor. Do not long time when the humidity is very high
clean water. Do not use the remote if the use the remote if the batteries have and a door or a window is left open.
batteries have leaked. leaked.
• The chemicals in batteries could cause burns • The chemicals in batteries could cause • Moisture may condense and wet or damage
or other health hazards. burns or other health hazards. furniture.
Do not expose your skin or kids or Do not drink the water drained from the Use a firm stool or ladder when cleaning,
plants to the cool or hot air draft. product. maintaining or repairing the product at an height.
• This could harm to your health. • It is not sanitary and could cause serious • Be careful and avoid personal injury.
health issues.
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Electrical Safety
Electrical Safety
• This appliance must be properly grounded.
To minimize the risk of electric shock, you must always plug into a grounded oulet.
• Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the power plug.
• Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance
unless the cover screw is metal and not insulated, and the wall receptacle is grounded through the
house wiring.
• If you have any doubt whether the air conditioner is properly grounded, have the wall receptacle and
circuit checked by a qualified electrician.
This appliance should be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations. This manual acts as a
guide to explaining product features.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that may cause harm to the
air conditioner.
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Product Introduction
Product Introduction
Here is a brief introduction of the indoor and outdoor units.
Indoor Units
Air inlet
Plasma filter
Air filter
Front grille
ON/OFF button
Signal Receiver
Triple filter
Operation lamp
LED Display
Shape of Setting
display temperature
* Hot start operation: Stops the indoor fan in heating operation for minutes to prevent cold air from blowing out
from unit.
* In defrost mode unit stops heating operation for few minutes to remove formation of ice on the heat
exchanger coils to maintain the efficiency.
Outdoor Unit
Air intake vents
Connecting
wires
Refrigerant pipes
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Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
How to insert the Batteries
1. Remove the battery cover by pulling it according to the arrow direction.
2. Insert new batteries making sure that the (+) and (-) of battery are
installed correctly.
3. Reattach the cover by sliding it back into position.
NOTE
1. Always use/replace both batteries of same type.
2. If the system is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries to
save their working life.
3. If the display screen of remote controller starts, fading replace both of
the batteries.
4. Use 2 AAA(1.5 volt) batteries.
NOTE
1. Remote controller should never be exposed to
direct sunlight.
2. Signal transmitter & receiver should always be
clean for proper communication. Use a soft
cloth to clean them.
3. In case some other appliances also get operated with remote control, change their position or consult
your serviceman.
Operating Method
1. The signal receiver is inside the unit.
2. Aim the remote controller towards the unit to operate it. There should not be any blockage in between.
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Operating Instructions
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Operating Instructions
Operation Mode
PLASMA
ON
2
Cooling Auto Healthy Air Circulation
Operation Dehumidification
Auto Operation (Cooling Only Model)
Auto Changeover (Heat Pump Model)
Set the fan speed with the remote controller. You can select the fan speed in four steps-low,
4 medium, high and CHAOS by pressing the INDOOR FAN SPEED SELECTOR BUTTON.
Each time the button is pressed, the fan speed mode is shifted.
CHAOS Air Fan speed is on low. Fan speed is on medium. Fan speed is on high.
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Operating Instructions
Auto
Changeover
To run this operation follow steps 1, 2, 3, and 4. (See operation mode)
Auto Operation
In this operation mode the actual setting temperature and the fan speed
are automatically set by the electronic control logic based on the current
room temperature. If you feel hot or cold press the temperature setting
buttons respectively for more cooling or heating effect.
NOTE : You cannot set the actual setting temperature and the indoor fan
Auto speed in this operation mode. But you can use the Chaos swing
in this operation.
If the system is not operating as desired, switch manually to
another mode.
To run the auto operation follow steps 1, and 2. (See operation mode)
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Operating Instructions
NOTE
CHAOS Air economizes power consumption and prevents overcooling. The fan speed is automatically
changed from high to low or vice versa, depending on the ambient temperature.
• In case of inverter type models where there is no AIR CIRCULATION BUTTON, air circulation can be
operated by pressing the PLASMA BUTTON.
AUTO CLEAN 1. Press the AUTO CLEAN BUTTON to activate this function.
2. Now whenever the unit is turned off, the indoor fan is still running for about 30
minutes internally without cooling or dehumidification operation. Also the louver is
closed.
3. This dries up any remains of moisture & cleans the unit internally.
4. If you press AUTO CLEAN BUTTON again during operation, this function is
cancelled.
NOTE
❏ During auto clean function, only START/STOP BUTTON, PLASMA BUTTON and AUTO CLEAN BUTTON
can be used.
Plasma purification can be started by pressing the PLASMA BUTTON on the remote controller.
Repressing it will deactivate the operation.
PLASMA
NOTE
This feature can be used in any operation mode and any fan speed can be used while
plasma filter is functioning.
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Operating Instructions
Energy-saving cooling mode can save energy in cooling , because it can operate efficiently by setting
body-adaptation time according to the change of time and temperature and adjusting automatically desired
temperature.
Display
Display Luminosity
Luminosity
The Display Luminosity can be adjusted by using the remote control.
Press the start/stop button to start the unit. Open the door on the remote control, press the 2ndF button
and, press display luminosity button.
Display will be dark. Press the button again to set bright display.
1. Time can be set only when you press the RESET BUTTON. Having replacing the batteries,
you should press the RESET BUTTON to reset the time. Press the Start/Stop button.
2. Press 2nd F button and check if icon is on.
3. Press the TIME SETTING BUTTONS until the desired time is set.
4. Press the TIME SET/CANCEL BUTTON. CANCEL
SET
NOTE
Check the indicator for A.M. and P.M.
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Operating Instructions
Timer Setting
1. Make sure to set current time correctly on the display of the remote controller.
ON OFF
2. Press 2nd F button.
3. Press the ON/OFF TIMER BUTTONS to turn timer on or off.
4. Press the TIME SETTING BUTTONS until the desired time is set. CANCEL
5. To set the selected time, press the TIMER SETTING BUTTONS aiming the remote controller at the SET
signal receptor.
(The timer lamp on the air conditioner and the display will go off.)
NOTE
Select one of the following four types of operation.
Delay off timer Delay on timer Delay off and on timer Delay on and off timer
Sleep Mode
1. Press the SLEEP MODE AUTO BUTTON to set the time when you want the unit to stop automatically.
2. The timer is programmed in one-hour increments by pressing the SLEEP MODE AUTO BUTTON 1 to 7 times.
The sleep mode is available for 1 to 7 times.
To alter the time period in steps of 1 hour, press the SLEEP MODE AUTO BUTTON while aiming at air conditioner.
3. • (In case of non-Inverter Model)
Make sure the sleep mode LED lights up.
To cancel the sleep mode, press the SLEEP MODE AUTO BUTTON several times until the sleep mode LED lights off.
• (In case of Inverter Model)
Make sure the Timer LED lights up.
To cancel the sleep mode, press the SLEEP MODE AUTO BUTTON several times until the Timer LED lights off.
NOTE
• The sleep mode will operate indoor fan at slow speed in cooling mode and at medium speed in heating mode for
pleasant sleep.
• Art Cool and Art Cool Wide (non-Deluxe) close the lower discharge partially in sleep mode for pleasant sleep.
In cooling mode or healthy dehumidification mode:
The setting temperature will rise automatically two times by 1°C over next consecutive 30 minutes (2°C in 1 hour) for a
comfortable sleep. Now this will be the final setting temperature as long as sleep mode is functioning.
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Operating Instructions
5. Press button
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Operating Instructions
5. Press button
NOTE
• Manually moving the Horizontal Vane or Vertical Louvers by hand could damage the mechanism.When the
unit is shut off, the the Horizontal Vane and Vertical Louvers will close the air outlet vent of the product.
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Operating Instructions
You can activate this operation by pressing the JET COOL BUTTON.
To change from jet cool mode to high fan speed cooling mode, press the JET COOL BUTTON or
INIDOOR FAN SPEED SELECTOR BUTTON or the ROOM TERPERATURE SETTING BUTTON again.
NOTE
• Jet cool function cannot be activated during heating or auto changeover operations.
• In case of Inverter, Art Cool and Art Cool Wide(non-Deluxe) model, you can use jet heat function by
pressing JET COOL BUTTON for heating operation.
• Art Cool and Art Cool Wide models close the side discharges during jet cool/heat operation, for strong
cooling and heating.
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Operating Instructions
Forced operation
Forced operation is used when the remote controller can't be used. The operation will be started if the ON/OFF
button is pressed. If you want to stop the operation, re-press the button.
ON/OFF
button
Test operation
During the TEST OPERATION, the unit operates in cooling mode at high speed fan, regardless of room temperature
and resets in 18 minutes. During test operation, if remote controller signal is received, the unit operates as remote controller
sets. If you want to use this operation, Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 3~5 seconds, then the buzzer sound 1
'beep'. If you want to stop the operation, re-press the button.
NOTE
This feature is enabled by factory default setting, but you can disable it by pressing the ON/OFF button for 6
seconds. The unit will beep twice and the lamp will blink 6 times.
To enable it, press the button again for 6 seconds. The unit will beep twice and the blue lamp will blink 4 times.
ON/OFF
button
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Maintenance and Service
Indoor Unit
Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth. Do not use bleach or abrasives.
Air Filters
The air filters behind the front panel / grill should be checked and cleaned once in every
2 weeks or more often if necessary. To remove the filters see the self explanatory
diagrams for each model type. Clean the filters with a vacuum cleaner
or warm soapy water. If dirt is not easily removed, wash with a
solution of detergent in luke warm water. Dry well in shade after
washing and reinstall the filters back in place.
Plasma Filter
The plasma filters behind the air filter should be checked and cleaned once in
every 3 months or more often if necessary. To remove the filters see the self
explanatory diagrams for each model type. Clean the filters with a vacuum
cleaner. If it is dirty wash it with water and dry well in shade an install back in
place.
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Maintenance and Service
Removal of Filters
Open the front panel as shown.
Then pull the filter tab slightly forward to remove the air filter.
After removing the air filter remove the plasma and Allergy Free Filter by slightly pulling downwards.
Plasma filter
Don't touch this plasma filter within 10 seconds after opening the inlet grille, it may cause an electric shock.
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Maintenance and Service
Outdoor Unit
The heat exchanger coils and panel vents of the outdoor unit should be checked regularly.
If clogged with dirt or soot, the heat exchanger
and panel vents may be professionally steam cleaned.
NOTE
Dirty or clogged coils will reduce the operating efficiency of the system and cause higher operating costs.
Operation Tips!
Do not overcool the room. Keep blinds or curtains Keep the room temperature
closed. uniform.
This is not good for the health and Do not let direct sunshine enter Adjust the vertical and horizontal
wastes electricity. the room when the air conditioner airflow direction to ensure a
is in operation. uniform temperature in the room.
Make sure that the Clean the air filter Ventilate the room Use high fan speed
doors and windows regularly. occasionally. for effective and fast
are shut thight. cooling.
Avoid opening doors and Blockages in the air filter Since windows are kept The unit gives its rated
windows as much as reduce the airflow and closed, it is a good idea cooling capacity when the
possible to keep the cool lower cooling and to open them and fan speed is high.
air in the room. dehumidifying effects. ventilate the room now
Clean at least once every and ten.
two weeks.
Self-Diagnosis Function
This unit has an inbuilt error diagnosis capability. Unit LED will blink in case if thermistor fails.
Please contact your serviceman/dealer in such a situation
(once)
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Maintenance and Service
■ The air filter is dirty. • Clean the filter at least every 2 weeks.
See the Maintenance and Service section.
Air ■ The room may have been hot. • When the air conditioner is first turned on,
conditioner you need to allow time for the room to cool
does not cool down.
as it should
■ Cold air is escaping. • Check for open furnace floor registers and
cold air returns.
■ Check the temperature settings. • Make sure they are correct.
■ There might be any heating • Check and remove such source or turn it
source in the room. off while using the air conditioner.
User must carry routine checkup & cleaning to avoid unit’s poor performance.
In case of special situation, the job must be carried out by service person only.
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P/No.: MFL41549820 Printed in Thailand