LG ATUQ36GNLT1, ATNQ18GPLT1 Owner’s Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL

AIR CONDITIONER

Read this owner's manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times.

TYPE: Cassette 4-Way

EN English FR

MFL70362705

Rev.00_061518

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................... 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................................................ 3

OPERATION ....................................................................... 11

Notes for Operation .............................................................................. 11

Parts and Functions .............................................................................. 11

Wired Remote Control .......................................................................... 12

Using the Mode Function ...................................................................... 14

Using the Fan Speed Function ............................................................. 15

Using the Air Flow Direction Function ...................................................16

Using the Temperature Setting Function ..............................................16

Using the Room Temperature Check Function ..................................... 16

Using the Air Purification Function ........................................................17

Using Special Functions ....................................................................... 17

Using the Reservation Function ...........................................................20

Using the Optional Function .................................................................24

Wireless Remote Control ...................................................................... 25

Using the Mode Function ...................................................................... 28

Using the Temperature Setting Function ..............................................29

MAINTENANCE .................................................................. 36

Clean the Air Filter ................................................................................37

Purifying Filter (Optional) ...................................................................... 38

Replacement (Optional) ........................................................................ 38

When air conditioner is not going to be used for a long

period of time ........................................................................................39

When using the air conditioner after a long period of non-use ............. 39

Operation Tips ......................................................................................39

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This manual is subject to revision by the manufacturer.

TROUBLESHOOTING ....................................................... 40

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

The following safety guidelines are intended to prevent unforeseen risks or damage from unsafe or incorrect operation of the appliance. The guidelines are separated into ‘WARNING’ and ‘CAUTION’ as described below.

This symbol is displayed to indicate matters and operations that can cause risk. Read the part with this symbol carefully and follow the instructions in order to avoid risk.

WARNING

This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause serious injury or death.

CAUTION

This indicates that the failure to follow the instructions can cause the minor injury or damage to the product.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

To reduce the risk of explosion, fire, death, electric shock, injury or scalding to persons when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Children in the Household

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

Installation

•This appliance must be properly grounded to minimize risk of electric shock.

•Do not connect the ground wire to a gas pipe, a lightning rod, or a telephone ground wire.

•Install the panel and the cover of the control box safely.

•Contact an authorized service center when installing or relocating the air conditioner.

•Do not install the appliance on an unstable surface or in a place where there is danger of it falling.

•Do not install the unit in an area where there are flammable materials.

•Install dedicated electric outlet and earth leakage breaker before using the appliance.

•Do not install, remove, or reinstall the unit by yourself (customer).

•The indoor/outdoor wiring connections must be secured tightly, and the cable should be routed properly so that there is no force pulling the cable from the connection terminals. Improper or loose connections can cause heat generation or fire.

•When installing the unit, use the installation kit provided with the product.

•The appliance shall be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations.

•Do not use a defective or underrated circuit breaker.

•Do not plug multiple socket outlets, an extension power cable or adapter with this appliance.

•If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agents or similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.

•Use standard circuit breaker and fuse that conform to the rating of the air conditioner.

•Do not modify or extend the power cable. Scratches or peeling insulation on the power cables may result in fire or electric shock, and should be replaced.

•Make sure that the power cable is neither dirty, loose, nor broken.

•Turn off the power and unplug the power cord before you perform any maintenance; otherwise it may cause electric shock.

•Unplug the power plug during a severe thunderstorm or lightening or when not in use for a long period of time.

•Take care to ensure that power cable could not be pulled out or damaged during operation.

•Do not place any objects on the power cable.

•Do not plug or unplug the power supply plug to turn the unit ON/ OFF.

•Appliance shall be disconnected from its power source during service and when replacing parts.

Operation

•When the product is soaked (flooded or submerged) in water, contact an Authorized Service Center for repair before using it again.

•Use only the refrigerant specified on the air conditioner label.

•Do not touch the power plug or the appliance controls with wet hands.

•Do not place a heater or other heating appliances near the power cable.

•Do not allow water to run into electric parts. Install the unit away from water sources.

•Do not use flammable gas and combustible substances (benzene, gasoline, thinner, petroleum, alcohol, etc.) near the appliance.

•Stop operation and close the window in storm or hurricane. If possible, remove the product from the window before the hurricane arrives.

•Be cautious that water could not enter the product.

•In outdoor unit the step-up capacitor supplies high voltage electricity to the electrical components. Be sure to discharge the capacitor completely before conducting the repair work.

•Be sure to use only those parts listed in the service parts list. Never attempt to modify the equipment.

•Do not use the product in a tightly closed space for a long time. Perform ventilation regularly.

•Do not open the front grille of the product during operation. (Do not touch the electrostatic filter, if the unit is so equipped.)

•If strange sounds, smell or smoke comes from product. Immediately turn the breaker off or disconnect the power supply cable.

•Be sure to ventilate sufficiently when the air conditioner and a heating appliance such as a heater are used simultaneously.

•Make sure that do not climb on or hit the outdoor unit.

•When flammable gas leaks, turn off the gas and open a window for ventilation before turn the product on. Do not use the telephone or turn switches on or off.

•Use a vacuum pump or Inert (nitrogen) gas when doing leakage test or air purge. Do not compress air or Oxygen and Do not use Flammable gases.

•Do not touch refrigerant pipe, water pipe and any internal parts while the unit is operating or immediately after operation.

Maintenance

•Safely dispose of packing materials such as screws, nails or batteries using proper packaging after installation or repair.

CAUTION

To reduce the risk of minor injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following:

Installation

•Two or more people must lift and transport the product.

•Do not install the air conditioner in an area where it is directly exposed to sea wind (salt spray).

•Install the drain hose properly for the smooth drainage of water condensation.

•Adjust the level after placing the appliance in the installation area.

•Install the air conditioner in a place where the noise from the outdoor unit or the exhaust fumes will not inconvenience the neighbors. Failure to do so may result in conflict with the neighbors.

•Be sure to check if there is a refrigerant leak after installing or repairing the air conditioner.

•Exercise caution when unpacking or installing the air conditioner.

•Do not touch the leaking refrigerant during installation or repair.

•Do not tilt the appliance to pull or push it when transporting.

•Do not mix air or gas other than the specified refrigerant used in the system.

•If the refrigerant gas leaks during the installation, ventilate the area immediately.

•Dismantling the unit, treatment of the refrigerant oil and eventual parts should be done in accordance with local and national standards.

Operation

•Do not use the product for special purposes, such as preserving foods, works of art, and etc. It is an air conditioner for consumer purposes, not a precision refrigeration system.

•Do not block the inlet or outlet of air flow.

•Never touch the metal parts of the air conditioner when removing the air filter.

•Do not place any object on the air conditioner.

•Do not insert hands or other objects through the air inlet or outlet while the air conditioner is operating.

•Never mix different types of batteries, or old and new batteries for the remote control.

•Dispose of the batteries in a place where there is no danger of fire.

•Stop using the remote control if there is a fluid leak in the battery. If your clothes or skin are exposed to the leaking battery fluid, wash off with clean water.

•If the leaking battery fluid has been swallowed, wash off the inside of the mouth thoroughly and consult a doctor.

•Do not let the air conditioner run for a long time when humidity is very high or when a door or a window has been left open.

•Do not expose people, animals, or plants to the cold or hot wind from the air conditioner for extended periods of time.

•Do not drink the water drained from the air conditioner.

•The air conditioner is not intended for use by young children or invalids without supervision.

•Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the air conditioner.

Maintenance

•Use a soft cloth to clean. Do not use harsh detergents, solvents or splashing water etc.

•Clean the air filters once every 2 weeks, or more, if necessary.

•Use a sturdy stool or ladder when cleaning, maintaining, or repairing the air conditioner at a height.

OPERATION

7 8 9

Notes for Operation

Suggestion for Energy Saving

• Do not over-cool the space. This may be harmful for your health and may consume more electricity.

• Block sunlight with blinds or curtains while you are operating the air conditioner.

• Keep doors or windows closed tightly while you are operating the air conditioner.

• Adjust the direction of the air flow vertically or horizontally to circulate indoor air.

• Speed up the fan to cool or warm indoor air quickly, within a short period of time.

• Open windows regularly for ventilation. The indoor air quality may deteriorate if the air conditioner is used for long durations.

• Clean the air filter once every 2 weeks. Dust and impurities collected in the air filter may block the air flow or reduce the unit performance.

Parts and Functions

Type 1

Front Panel

Air Discharge

Air Inlet

Signal Receiver

Forced Operation

Defrost Mode

Type 2

Timer

Remote Sensor

Filter Sign

On/Off

Lamp

Forced Operation Switch

NOTE

• The number and location of operation lamps may vary according to the model of the air conditioner.

• The feature may be changed according to the type of model.

Wired Remote Control

You can operate the air conditioner more conveniently with the remote control.

Button

OPER MODE

FAN

SPEED

SUB FUNC

Display

Screen

Description

To turn on/off the air conditioner.

To adjust the desired room temperature in cooling, heating or auto changeover mode.

To select the cooling mode.

To select the heating mode. To select the dehumidification

mode. To select the fan mode. To select the auto changeover/

auto operation mode.

To adjust the fan speed.

To select the power cooling mode.

To select the plasma purification.

Button

AIR FLOW

VENT -

OK/

CLEAR

ESC - To exit the menu.

Display

Screen

To adjust the air flow direction vertically or horizontally.

To select the additional

operations function. For interlocking operations of

air conditioner and ventilator.

- To schedule an operation.

To adjust time.

To display the room temperature.

To save the settings in the

menu.

Description

NOTE

• Displayed temperature can be different from actual room temperature if the remote controller is installed at the place exposed to direct sunlight or the place near a source of heat.

• Some products may not receive wired signals.

• When using the simultaneous operation system, the system will operate approximately 1 - 2 minutes after pressing the remote controller button.

• The feature may be changed according to the type of model.

• Some functions may not be supported, depending on the model.

Using the Mode Function

This function allows you to select the desired function.

Cooling Mode

Turn the appliance on.

Press OPER MODE button repeatedly to

select the Cooling Mode.

• is displayed on the display screen.

Press or button to set the desired

temperature.

Heating Mode

Turn the appliance on.

Press OPER MODE button repeatedly to

select the Heating Mode.

• is displayed on the display screen.

Press or button to set the desired

temperature.

NOTE

• Heating Mode is not available for Cooling only models.

Dehumidification Mode

This mode removes excess moisture from a highly humid environment or during the rainy season, in order to prevent mildew from setting in. This mode adjusts the room temperature and the fan speed automatically to maintain the optimal level of humidity.

Turn the appliance on.

Press OPER MODE button repeatedly to

select the Dehumidification Mode.

• is displayed on the display screen.

Press FAN SPEED button repeatedly to

adjust the fan speed.

NOTE

• In this mode you cannot adjust the room temperature, it is adjusted automatically.

• The menu item might not be partially selected according to product function.

Fan Mode

This mode only circulates the indoor air without changing the room temperature.

Turn the appliance on.

Press OPER MODE button repeatedly to

select the Fan Mode.

• is displayed on the display screen.

Press FAN SPEED button to adjust the fan

speed.

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