TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..............3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............4 PRODUCT OVERVIEW ..............8 Exterior Parts ....................8 Interior Parts......................8 INSTALLATION ................9 Circuit Breaker Installation ................9 Installation Overview ..................9 Tools Needed ....................9 How to Install the Unit ..................10 Preparation of the Cabinet ................10 Drainage (Optional) ..................10 Installation of the Cabinet................
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, scalding or injury to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: INSTALLATION • Before use, the appliance must be properly installed as described in this manual. •...
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• If water enters the product, turn off the power at the main circuit, then unplug the product and call for service. • If the product has been submerged, contact the LG Electronics Customer Information Center for instructions before resuming use.
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CAUTION To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: INSTALLATION • Take care when installing the product that exhaust or condensation does not damage nearby property.
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REFRIGERANT (FOR R32 ONLY) WARNING • Do not use means to accelerate the defrosting process or to clean, other than those recommended by the manufacturer. • The appliance shall be stored in a room without continuously operating open flames (for example an operating gas appliance) and ignition sources (for example an operating electric heater).
PRODUCT OVERVIEW Exterior Parts Interior Parts Control Panel Evaporator Remote Control Air Guide Air Filter Brace Vertical Air Deflector (Horizontal Louver) Compressor Horizontal Air Deflector (Vertical Louver) Condenser Front Grille Base Pan Air Outlet Power Cord Cabinet...
Use a circuit breaker or time Use a circuit breaker or time delay fuse. delay fuse. NOTE Model Voltage Frequency Circuit Breaker W121CE SL1 115 V~ 60 Hz 20 A W122CE SL1 220 V~ 60 Hz 15 A W182CE ST1...
How to Install the Unit Slide the unit from the cabinet by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the cabinet. Measure the space for installation to assure a good fit. The air conditioner must be installed firmly into place to prevent vibration and noise.
Installation of the Cabinet Space for Outside Air Flow Prepare the hole in the wall so that the bottom of the cabinet is well supported, the top has minimum clearace and the air inlet louveres have clearance as shown. Holes from the outside through to the cavity should be sealed.
Installations of the unit Attach the front grille assembly to the cabinet by inserting the grille tabs into the slots on the into the Cabinet front of the cabinet. Push the grille in until it snaps into place. Slide the air conditioner into the case. Reinstall the 2 screws removed earlier on each side of the case.
OPERATION Control Panel and Remote Control Remote Control NOTE • The feature may be changed according to the type of model. Power Energy Saver (Ahorro Energía) - In this mode the compressor and fan turn off when the set Press to turn the air conditioner ON or temperature is achieved.
Wireless Remote Control Temperature Control The thermostat monitors room Inserting Batteries temperature to maintain the desired temperature. The thermostat can be set between 16 °C–30 °C (60 °F–86 °F). Push out the cover on the back of the remote Press arrows to increase or control with your thumb.
Air Direction Slinger Fan Airflow can be adjusted by changing the direction This air conditioner is equipped with a slinger fan. of the air conditioner’s louvers. (See drawing.) The fan’s outer ring picks up the condensed water Adjusting Horizontal Airflow from the base pan if the water level gets high Direction enough.
(outside of unit) should be checked periodically and cleaned if clogged with soot or dirt from outside air. • For repair and maintenance, contact a LG Electronics Customer Service Hotline. Have your model number and serial number available.
TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service The appliance is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the appliance does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. Normal Sounds You May Hear High Pitched Chatter Today’s high efficiency compressors may have a high pitched chatter during the cooling cycle.
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Problem Possible Causes & Corrective Action The air conditioner is unplugged. • Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely into the outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped. • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace the fuse or reset the Air conditioner does breaker.
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Problem Possible Causes & Corrective Action The air conditioner is not tilted to the outside. Water drips Indoors. • For proper water disposal, make sure the air conditioner slants slightly from the cabinet front to the rear. Moisture removed from air and drains into base pan. Water collects in •...