LG Room Air Conditioner OWNER'S MANUAL Prior to installation, this airconditioning unit must be submitted for approval by the utility service which provides electricity (EN 61000-2, EN 61000-3 Norm). 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.
Room Air Conditioner Owner’s Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR YOUR RECORDS Safety Precautions.................3 Prior to Operation ..................6 Operating Instructions...........7 Remote Controller ..............7 Remote Control Operation.8 Additional features...............17 Maintenance and Service ....21 Indoor unit.........................21 Outdoor unit......................22 Operation Tips ..................23 Troubleshooting ..............
Safety Precautions Safety Precautions WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to properties only. ■ Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below. Be sure not to do. Be sure to follow the instruction. WARNING ■ Installation Plug in the power plug properly. • Otherwise, it will cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation or electric shock.
Safety Precautions ■ Operation Do not operate or stop the unit by inserting or pulling out the power plug. • It will cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation. Do not allow water to run into electric parts. • It may cause failure of machine or electric shock. Do not operate with wet hands or in damp environment. • It may cause electric shock. Do not direct airflow at room occupants only. • This could damage your health. Unplug the unit if strange sounds, smell, or smoke comes from it.
Safety Precautions ■ Operation Never touch the metal parts of the unit when removing the filter. Ventilate well when used together with a stove, etc. • An oxygen shortage may occur. Do not put a pet or house plant where it will be exposed to direct air flow. • This could injure the pet or plant. Stop operation and close the window in storm or hurricane. • Operation with windows opened may cause wetting of indoor and soaking of household furniture.
Prior to operation Prior to operation Preparing for operation 1. Contact an installation specialist for installation. 2. Plug in the power plug properly. 3. Use a dedicated circuit. 4. Do not use an extension cord. 5. Do not start/stop operation by plugging/unplugging the power cord. 6. If the cord/plug is damaged, replace it with only an authorized replacement part. Usage 1. Being exposed to direct airflow for an extended period of time could be hazardous to your health.
Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Remote Controller ENGLISH 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. NOTICE Use 2 AAA(1.5volt) batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries. Storage and Tips For Using the Remote Control • The remote control may be stored mounted on a wall.
Operating Instructions Remote Control Operation The remote control transmits the signals to the system. Signal transmitter 5 6 1 3 4 2 7 11 8 13 15 CANCEL ON CANCEL OFF DAILY SET AUTO CLEAN 10 9 17 18 12 19 14 16 Flip-up door (opened) Operation Mode Cooling Operation Auto Operation or Auto Changeover Healthy Dehumidification Operation Heating Operation • Cooling Model( ), Heat Pump Model( 8 Room Air Conditioner ) 1.
Operating Instructions Cooling Operation ENGLISH 1 Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep. 2 Open the door on the remote control. To select Cooling Operation, press the Operation Mode Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shifted in the direction of the arrow. Cooling 3 ON Auto Healthy Dehumidification Heating (Heat pump model only) Close the door on the remote control. Set the temperature lower than the room temperature.
Operating Instructions Auto Operation(Optional) 1 Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep. 2 Open the door on the remote control. To select Auto Operation, press the Operation Mode Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shifted in the direction of the arrow.
Safety Precautions Auto Changeover Operation(Optional) ENGLISH 1 Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep. 2 Open the door on the remote control. To select Auto Changeover Operation, press the Operation Mode Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shifted in the direction of the arrow. Cooling 3 Auto changeover Healthy Dehumidification Heating (Heat pump model only) Close the door on the remote control.
Operating Instructions Healthy Dehumidification Operation 1 Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep. 2 Open the door on the remote control. To select Healthy Dehumidification Operation, press the Operation Mode Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shifted in the direction of the arrow. Cooling 3 ON Auto Healthy Dehumidification Heating (Heat pump model only) Set the fan speed again with the door of the remote control still closed.
Operating Instructions Heating Operation(Heat pump model only) ENGLISH 1 Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep. 2 Open the door on the remote control. To select Heating Operation, press the Operation Mode Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shifted in the direction of the arrow. Cooling 3 ON Auto Healthy Dehumidification Heating (Heat pump model only) Close the door on the remote control.
Operating Instructions Jet Cool Operation 1 Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep. 2 Press the Jet Cool button to operate the speed cooling mode and the unit will operate in super high fan speed on cooling mode for 30 minutes. 3 To cancel the Jet Cool mode, press the Jet Cool button or the fan speed button or the room temperature setting button again and the unit will operate in high fan speed on cooling mode.
Operating Instructions PLASMA Purification Operation(Optional) ENGLISH 1 Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep. 2 Open the door on the remote control. Press the PLASMA air purifying operation ON/OFF button. Operation will start when the button is pressed and stop when the button is pressed again. 3 Set the fan speed again with door of the remote control closed. You can select the fan speed in four steps-low, medium, high or CHAOS.
Operating Instructions 2nd F Operation 1 Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep. 2 Open the door of the remote control and press the 2nd Function button to operate functions printed in blue at bottom of buttons. (Check the indication of 2nd function on remote control display.
Operating Instructions Additional features 1. Press the Sleep Mode Auto button to set the time you want the unit to turn off 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 Button while aiming at air conditioner. 3. Make sure the Sleep Mode Auto LED lights up. Setting the Time 1.
Operating Instructions 2) When second reservation 1. Make sure the time is set correctly on the remote control display. 4. Press the Time Setting buttons until the desired time is set. 2. Press 2nd F button. 3. Press the ON/OFF Timer button two times to turn Timer on or off. (LCD "2" blink) ON OFF 5. To set the selected time, press the Timer SET button while aiming the remote control at the signalreceptor. DAILY SET Delay OFF Timer NOTICE Select one of the following four types of operation.
Operating Instructions The up/down airflow (Vertical Airflow) can be adjusted by using the remote control. 1. Press the Start/Stop button to start the unit. 2.Open the door on the remote control. Press Chaos Swing button and the louvers will swing up and down. Press the Chaos Swing button again to set the vertical louver at the desired airflow direction.
Operating Instructions The Button Operation FORCED OPERATION The operation will be started if the power button is pressed. If you want to stop operation, re-press the button. FORCED OPERATION Cooling Model Operating mode Indoor FAN Speed Setting Temperature Cooling High 22°C Room Temp. ≥ 24°C Cooling High 22°C Heat pump Model 21°C ≤ Room Temp.
Maintenance and Service Maintenance and Service CAUTION: Before performing any maintenance, turn off the main power to the system. Grille, Case, and Remote Control ❏ Turn the system off before cleaning. To clean, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use bleach or abrasives. NOTICE Supply power must be disconnected before cleaning the indoor unit. ❏ Never use any of the followings: • Water hotter than 40°C Could cause deformation and/or discoloration.
Maintenance and Service Replacement of Purifying Filter(Option) • Recomended use period : About 2 years 1. Open front panel and remove air filters. 2. Remove air purifying filters. 3. Insert new air purifying filters. 2 Air filter 3 Air filter 4. Reinsert air filters and close front panel. 2 3 Triple Deodorizing Filter Outdoor Unit The heat exchanger coils and panel vents of the outdoor unit should be checked regularly.
Maintenance and Service When the air conditioner is not going to be used for a long time. 1. Operate the air conditioner on Air circulation mode (Refer to page 19) for 2 to 3 hours. • This will dry out the internal mechanisms. 2. Turn off the circuit breaker, and disconnect the plug. CAUTION Turn off the circuit breaker when the air conditioner is not going to be used for a long time. Dirt may collect and may cause a fire. 3. Remove the batteries from the remote control.
Maintenance and Service Troubleshooting Check the following points before requesting repairs or service.... If the fault persists, please contact your dealer or service center. Case Explanation See page The air conditioner does not operate. • Have you made a mistake in timer operation? • Has the fuse blown or has the circuit breaker been tripped? 17 - The room has a peculiar odor. • Check that this is not a damp smell exuded by the walls, carpet, furniture, or cloth items in the room.
P/No.: 3828A20335C Printed in Korea After reading this manual, keep it in a place easily accessible to the user for future reference.