LG Room Air Conditioner SERVICE MANUAL MODEL: LW1200PR LW1200ER LW1000PR LW1000ER LW1004ER LWL1210WAL LWL1230WAL WM-1231 LW1000ERY3 LB1000ER LB1200ER LW100CS LW120CS LW1000PRY3 LW1200PRY3 LW1200ERY3 CAUTION • BEFORE SERVICING THE UNIT, READ THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL. • ONLY FOR AUTHORIZED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Air Conditioner Service Manual TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Precautions............................3 Dimensions ..............................5 Outside Dimensions ...........................5 Product Specifications ..........................6 Installation ...............................7 Select the Best Location ..........................7 Installation Check ............................7 How to Secure the Drain Pipe ........................7 How to Install..............................8 Suggested Tool Requirements ........................9 Operation ..............................12 Function of Controls ..........................12 Disassembly ..............................15...
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. WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
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Safety Precautions Do not modify or extend the power cord. Do not install, remove, or re-install the unit by yourself(customer). • There is risk or fire or electric shock. • There is risk of fire, electric shock, explosion, or injury. Be cautious when unpacking and installing Do not store or use flammable gas or com- the product.
Dimensions Dimensions Symbols Used in this Manual This symbol alerts you to the risk of electric shock. This symbol alerts you to hazards that could cause harm to the air conditioner. This symbol indicates special notes. NOTICE Outside Dimensions Cool ˚C F1 LOW F2 MED...
Installation Installation Select the Best Location 1.To prevent vibration and noise, make sure the unit is installed securely and firmly. FENCE 2.Install the unit where the sunlight does not shine direct- AWNING ly on the unit. COOLED AIR 3.The outside of the cabinet must extend outward for at HEAT least 12"...
Installation How to Install When Using Gasket Cool ˚C Cool ˚C F1 LOW F1 LOW F2 MED Energy F2 MED F3 HIGH Energy F3 HIGH Saver Saver TEMP Timer TEMP Timer RIGHT SIDE MODE TIMER POWER MODE TIMER SPEED POWER SPEED HORIZONTAL LINE...
Installation Suggested Tool Requirements SCREWDRIVER (+, -), RULER, KNIFE, HAMMER, PENCIL, LEVEL Preparation of Chassis Shipping 1. Remove the screws that fasten the cabinet at both Screws sides and at the back. 2. Slide the unit out from the cabinet by gripping the base pan handle and pulling forward while bracing the cabinet.
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Installation 3. Loosely assemble the sill support using the parts INDOOR OUTDOOR Figure Sill Support Bolt Figure 4 4. Select the position that will place the sill support near the outer most point on sill (See Figure Frame Guide Screw(Type A) Be careful when you install the cabinet NOTICE (Frame Guides...
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Installation 10. Slide the unit into the cabinet.(See Fig. 8) CAUTION: For security purpose, reinstall screws (Type A) at the cabinet's sides. Power cord Cool Energ Saver Time TIME Screw(Type A) Screw(Type A) Figure 8 11. Cut the Foam-Strip to the proper length and insert between the upper and lower window sash.
Operation Operation Function of Controls • Designed for COOLING ONLY. • Built-in adjustable Thermistor • Powerful and whispering cooling. • Washable one-touch filter • Slide-in and slide-out chassis for the simple instal- • Compact size lation and service. • Reliable and efficient rotary compressor •...
Operation DISPLAY REMOTE CONTROL LW1200PR, LW1000PR, LWL1210WAL, LW1000PRY3, LW1200PRY3 LWL1230WAL, LW100CS, LW120CS PURIFIER Power Purifier COOL HEAT DEFROST COOL Temp ENERGY ENERGY SAVER SAVER INDOOR DESIRED INDOOR DESIRED PURYFIER PURIFIER Fan Speed AUTO CLEAN RESTART FILTER Sleep Mode TIMER MODE...
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Operation FAN SPEED SELECTOR Every time you push this button, it is set as follows..) COOL DRY HEAT DEFROST COOL DRY HEAT DEFROST COOL DRY HEAT DEFROST ENERGY ENERGY ENERGY SAVER SAVER SAVER INDOOR DESIRED INDOOR DESIRED INDOOR DESIRED PURYFIER PURYFIER PURYFIER...
Disassembly Disassembly — Before the following disassembly, set the CONTROL BOX to OFF and disconnect the power cord. Mechanical Parts 1. Front Grille 1. Open the lnlet grille downward and remove the air filter. 2. Remove the screw that fastens the front grille.(See Figure 14) 3.
Disassembly Air Handling Parts 4. Air Guide and Turbo Fan 1. Remove the front grille. (Refer to section 1) 2. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2) 3. Remove the control box. (Refer to section 3) 4. Remove the 4 screws that fasten the brace. 5.
Disassembly 6. Shroud 1. Remove the fan. (Refer to section 2.2.2) 2. Remove the shroud. (See Figure 8) 3. Re-install the components by referring to the removal procedure, above. Figure 21 Electrical Parts 7. Overload Protector 1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2) 2.
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Disassembly 9. Capacitor 1. Remove the control box. (Refer to section 3) 2. Open the top cover from the control box. (See Figure 24) 3. Pull out the capacitor from the control box. 4. Disconnect all the leads of capacitor terminals. 5.
Disassembly 11. Motor 1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section 2) 2. Remove the turbo fan. (Refer to section 4) 3. Remove the fan. (Refer to section 5) 4. Remove the 4 screws that fasten the motor from the air guide. (See Figure 26) 5.
Disassembly 14. Capillary Tube 3. Remove the capillary tube. 1. Remove the cabinet. (Refer to section s2) 4. Re-install the components by referring to notes. 2. After discharging the refrigerant completely, unbraze the interconnecting tube at the capillary tube.(See caution above) NOTICE —...
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Disassembly Equipment needed: Vacuum pump, Charging cylinder, Manifold gauge, Brazing equipment. Pin-off tool capable of making a vapor-proof seal, Leak detector, Tubing cutter, Hand Tools to remove components, Service valve. Figure 29B-Charging Figure 29A-Pulling Vacuum Service Manual 21...
Schematic Diagram Wiring Diagram CN-AC/DC CN-AC/DC CN-MOTOR GN/YL MOTOR DC PCB ASSEMBLY CAPACITOR CN-TH1 POWER TRANS THERMISTOR CN-PWR SWITCH DC12V FUSE CN-12V Ribbed 250V/T2A (115V/T2A) H.V. Plain CN-HVB ASSEMBLY GN/YL RY-COMP COMP. AC PCB ASSEMBLY AIR FILTER WIRING DIAGRAM 3854AR3563N ASSEMBLY S: Service Parts N: Non Service Parts...
Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide Piping System CONDENSER COIL CAPILLARY TUBE MOTOR COMPRESSOR TURBO FAN EVAPORATOR COIL Figure 30 is a brief description of the important components and their function in what is called the refrigeration system. This will help you to understand the refrigeration cycle and the flow of the refrigerant in the cooling cycle. ROOM AIR CONITIONER CYCLE OF REFRIGERATION EVAPORATOR COILS...
Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Guide In general, possible trouble is classified in two kinds. The one is called Starting Failure which is caused from an electrical defect, and the other is ineffective Air Conditioning caused by a defect in the refrigeration circuit and improper application. Unit runs but poor cooling.
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Troubleshooting Guide Fails to Start Check of power source. Check circuit breaker and fuse. Check of control switch Gas leakage of feeler bulb setting. of thermostat Check of control switch. Compressor only fails to Fan only fails to start. start. Improper wiring.
Troubleshooting Guide Electrical Parts Troubleshooting Guide Possible Trouble 1 The unit does not operate. Is the • Check the Fuse. Trans input power AC 115V? • Check the wiring diagram. (208/230V for LWL1230WAL) • Check the Main Is the Trans output power Is shorted the Trans.
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Troubleshooting Guide Possible Trouble 2 The compressor does not operate. Is setting • Select the setting Temp. to lower Number. Temp. set lower than Room Temp.-0.5°C? Is the voltage No.10 Is the voltage N0.9 of Does the Unit delay of IC01M 0V? IC01M DC 12V? for 3 minutes? •...
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Troubleshooting Guide Possible Trouble 4 FAN does not operate. Is the voltage NO.1 or 2 or 4 • Replace IC01M. of IC01M DC 12V? Is the voltage NO.16 or 15 or 13 • Replace IC01M. of IC01M 0V? • Check the RY-Hi or RY-Med or RY-Lo.
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Troubleshooting Guide Possible Trouble 6 Remote controller does not operate. Is the voltage of Battery • Replace the battery. over 2.3V? Is the voltage No.10 • Check the PCB pattern. of CN-AC/DC on DC PCB Ass'y DC 5V? • Connect connector to Is the connection of CN-AC/DC exactly.
Troubleshooting Guide Electrical Parts Possible Trouble 1 The unit does not operate. Is the • Check the Fuse. Trans input power AC 115V? • Check the wiring diagram. (208/230V for LWL1230WAL) • Check the AC Is the Trans output power Is shorted the Trans.
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Troubleshooting Guide Possible Trouble 2 The compressor does not operate. Is desired • Select the desired Temp. to lower Number. Temp. set lower than Room Temp.-0.5°C? Is the voltage No.10 Is the voltage N0.9 of Is the Unit for 3 minutes of IC01M 0V? IC01M DC 12V? delay?
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Troubleshooting Guide Possible Trouble 4 FAN does not operate. Is the voltage NO.1 or 2 or 4 • Replace IC01M. of IC01M DC 5V? Is the voltage NO.16 or 15 or 13 • Replace IC01M. of IC01M 0V? • Check the RY-Hi or RY-Med or RY-Lo.
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Troubleshooting Guide Possible Trouble 6 It displays abnormally on DC PCB Ass’y. • Replace IC01G, Are IC01G and IC02G IC02G. • Connect connector Is the connection of to CN-AC/DC exactly. CN-AC/DC OK? Does the IC03G • Replace IC03G. operate normally on AC PCB Ass'y? •...
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Troubleshooting Guide COMPLAINT CAUSE REMEDY Fan motor will not run. No power Check voltage at outlet. Correct if none. Power supply cord Check voltage to Control Box. If none, check power supply cord. Replace cord if circuit is open. Wire disconnected or con- Connect wire.
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Troubleshooting Guide COMPLAINT CAUSE REMEDY Compressor will not run, Thermistor Check the TEMP control. If not at the lowest number, but fan motor runs. set TEMP control to this setting and restart the unit. Check the continuity of the thermistor. Replace the thermistor if the circuit is open.
Replacement Parts List Replacement Parts List PART NO. LOCATION REMARK DESCRIPTION LW1200PR LW1200ER 130410 BASE PAN WELD ASS'Y 3041A20020J 130910 CABINET ASS'Y 3091A10032C 135312 FRONT GRILL ASS'Y 3531A20098A 135313 INLET GRILLE 3530A20037A 135500 COVER, CONTROL BOX 3550A30114A 145200 LINK 4520A20007A...