LG LS-C186TKA2 Owner’s Manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL

AIR CONDITIONER

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.

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FRANÇAIS

2 Room Air Conditioner

Room Air Conditioner Ownerʼs Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

FOR YOUR RECORDS

Write the model and serial numbers here:

Model #

Serial #

You can find them on a label on the side of each unit.

Dealer's Name

Date Purchased

Staple your receipt to this page in the event you need it to prove date of purchase or for warranty issues.

READ THIS MANUAL

Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain your air conditioner properly. Just a little preventive care on your part can save you a great deal of time and money over the life of your air conditioner.

You'll find many answers to common problems in the chart of troubleshooting tips. If you review our chart of

Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all.

PRECAUTION

• Contact the authorized service technician for repair or maintenance of this unit.

• Contact the installer for installation of this unit.

• 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.

• When the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work shall be performed by authorized personnel only using only genuine replacement parts.

• Installation work must be performed in accordance with the National Electric Code by qualified and authorized personnel only.

Safety Precautions.................3

Prior to Operation ..................5

Operating Instructions...........6

Remote Controller ..............6

Remote Control Operation

...7

Maintenance and Service ....12

Indoor unit.........................12

Outdoor unit......................12

Operation Tips ..................13

Troubleshooting ...............14

Safety Precautions

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Safety Precautions

To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must be followed. n Incorrect operation due to ignoring instruction will cause harm or damage. The seriousness is

classified by the following indications.

n Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.

WARNING

CAUTION

This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.

This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to properties only.

Be sure not to do.

Be sure to follow the instruction.

WARNING

Plug in the power plug properly.

• Otherwise, it will cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation or electric shock.

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 damage or use an unspecified power cord.

•

It will cause electric shock or fire.

•

In the supply cord is damaged, it mut be replaced by the manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly quallfied person in order to avoid a hazard. (Y Attachment)

Do not modify power cord length or share the outlet with other appliances.

• It will cause electric shock or fire due to heat generation.

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.

Always perform grounding work.

• No grounding may cause electric shock.

Do not allow water to run into electric parts.

• It may cause failure of machine or electric shock.

Always install air leakage breaker and a dedicated switching board.

• No installation may cause fire and electric shock accident.

Unplug the unit if strange sounds, smell, or smoke comes from it.

• It may cause fire and electric shock accident.

Do not use the socket if it is loose or damaged.

• It may cause fire and electric shock.

Do not open the entrance during operation.

• It may cause electric shock.

Safety Precautions

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Ventilate before operating air conditioner when gas goes out.

• It may cause explosion, fire and, burn.

Do not disassemble or modify products randomly.

• It may cause failure and electric shock.

Use caution when unpacking and installing. Sharp edges could cause injury.

If water enters the product, turn the power switch of the main body of appliance off. After taking the power-plug out from the socket, contact with the service center.

If the liquid from the batteries gets onto your skin or clothes, wash it well with clean water. Do not use the remote if the batteries have leaked.

• The chemicals in batteries could cause burns or other health hazards.

If you eat the liquid from the batteries, brush your teeth and see doctor. Do not use the remote if the batteries have leaked.

• The chemicals in batteries could cause burns or other health hazards.

Never touch the metal parts of the unit when removing the filter.

• They are sharp and may cause injury.

Do not clean the air conditioner with water.

•

Water may enter the unit and degrade the insulation. It may cause an electric shock.

Ventilate well when used together with a stove, etc.

• An oxygen shortage may occur.

CAUTION

When cleaning the unit, first make sure the power and breaker are turned off.

•

Since the fan rotates at high speed during operation, it may cause injury.

Do not put a pet or house plant where it will be exposed to direct air flow.

• This could injure the pet or plant.

Do not use appliance for special purpose such as animals or vegetables, precision machine, or conservation of art articles.

• It may cause damage of animals or vegetables or loss of property.

Stop operation and close the window in storm or hurricane.

• Operation with windows opened may cause wetting of indoor and soaking of household furniture.

Hold the plug by the head of the power plug when taking it out.

• It may cause electric shock and damage.

Turn off the main power switch when not using it for a long time.

• It may cause failure of product or fire.

Do not place obstacles around the absorption inlet or instead of blowing-out inlet.

• It may cause failure of appliance or accident.

Ensure that an installation console of the outdoor appliance is not damaged due to the use for a long time.

• If leaving appliance damaged, there is concern of damage due to the falling of product.

Always insert the filters securely. Clean it once every two weeks.

• Operation without filters may cause failure.

Do not use strong detergent such as wax or thinner but use a soft cloth.

• Appearance may be deteriorated due to change of product color or scratching of its surface.

Do not place heavy object on the power cord and take care so that the cord should not be pressed.

• There is danger of fire or electric shock.

Do not drink water drained from air conditioner.

• It contains contaminants and will make you sick.

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Prior to 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.

1. Being exposed to direct airflow for an extended period of time could be hazardous to your health. Do not expose occupants, pets, or plants to direct airflow for extended periods of time.

2. Due to the possibility of oxygen deficiency, ventilate the room when used together with stoves or other heating devices.

3. Do not use this air conditioner for non-specified special purposes (e.g. preserving precision devices, food, pets, plants, and art objects). Such usage could damage the items.

1. Do not touch the metal parts of the unit when removing the filter. Injuries can occur when handling sharp metal edges.

2. Do not use water to clean inside the air conditioner. Exposure to water can destroy the insulation, leading to possible electric shock.

3. When cleaning the unit, first make sure that the power and breaker are turned off. The fan rotates at a very high speed during operation. There is a possibility of injury if the unitʼs power is accidentally triggered on while cleaning inner parts of the unit.

For repair and maintenance, contact your authorized service dealer.

Preparing for operation

Usage

Cleaning and maintenance

Service

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,

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receptor

Operation indication lamps

Operating Instructions

Remote Controller

Operating Instructions

Remove the battery cover by pulling it according to the arrow direction.

Insert new batteries making sure that the (+) and (-) of battery are installed correctly.

Reattach the cover by sliding it back into position.

Use 2 AAA(1.5volt) batteries. Do not use

rechargeable batteries.

NOTICE,

• The remote control may be stored mounted on a wall. • To operate the room air conditioner, aim the remote

control at the signal receptor.

Storage and Tips For Using the Remote Control

Signal Receptor

Receives the signals from the remote controller. (Signal receiving sound:two short beeps or one long beep.)

Operation Indication Lamps

On/Off : Lights up during the system operation.

Defrost Mode : Lights up during Defrost Mode or *Hot Start operation.

(Heat pump model only)

: Lights up during outdoor unit operation.

(Cooling model only)

Outdoor Unit Operation

OUT

DOOR

*Hot Start operation: Stops the indoor fan in Heating Operation to prevent cold air from blowing out from unit.

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Operating Instructions

The remote control transmits the signals to the system.

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Cooling Operation

Healthy Dehumidifacation Operation

Heating Operation

Cooling Operation

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Healthy Dehumidifacation Operation

Remote Control Operation

OPERATION DISPLAY

Displays the operation conditions.

CHAOS SWING BUTTON

Used to stop or start louver movement and set the desired up/down airflow direction.

OPERATION MODE SELECTION BUTTON

Used to select the operation mode.

OFF TIMER BUTTON

Used to set the time of stopping operation.

START/STOP BUTTON

Operation starts when this button is pressed, and stops when the button is pressed again.

ROOM TEMPERATURE SETTING BUTTONS

INDOOR FAN SPEED SELECTION BUTTON

JET COOL

Used to start or stop the speed cooling. (Speed cooling operates super high fan speed in cooling mode.)

(1) Operation Mode

(2) Operation Procedure

1st

2nd

3rd

4th

Start/Stop Button

Operation Mode Selection Button

Room Temperature Setting Button

Indoor Fan Speed Selection Button

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Operating Instructions

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(Heat pump model only)

To raise the temperature

To lower the temperature

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Press the Start/Stop Button.

Select Cooling Operation. Press the Operation Mode Selection Button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shifted in the arrow direction.

Set the temperature lower than the room temperature.

• The temperature can be set within a range of 18°C ~ 30°C by 1°C .

Set the fan speed.

•

Select the fan speed in four steps-low, medium, high or CHAOS.

• Each time the button is pressed, the fan speed mode is shifted.

•

The display shows high fan speed.

Cooling Operation

Natural wind by the CHAOS logic

o For more fresh feeling than other fan speed, press the Indoor Fan Speed Selector and set to

CHAOS mode. In this mode, the wind blows like natural breeze by automatically changing fan speed according to the CHAOS logic.

Healthy Dehumidification Operation Mode

This mode dehumidifies without overcooling.

During Healthy Dehumidification Operation:

o If you select the dehumidification mode on the operation selection button, the airconditioner starts to run the

dehumidification function, automatically setting the room temp. and airflow volume to the best condition for

dehumidification based on the sensed current room temp. In this case, however, the setting temp. is not displayed in the remote control and you are not able to control the room temp. either. o During the healthy dehumidification function, the airflow volume is automatically set according to the

optimization algorithm responding to the current room temp. status and makes the room condition healthy and

comfortable even in the high humidity season.

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Operating Instructions

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Press the OFF Time Button.

1. Press the OFF Time Button.

2. Check the OFF Time LED of the room air conditioner.

3. The Timer is programmed by 1 hour each pressing the OFF Time button from 1 hour to 7 hours.

Timer control Setting

OFF TIMER CONTROL SETTING

Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep.

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.

Set the temperature higher than the room temperature. The temperature can be set within a range of 16°C~30°C in 1°C increments.

Set the fan speed again with the door of the remote control still closed. You can select the fan speed in four steps–low, medium, high, or CHAOS. Each time the button is pressed, the fan speed mode is shifted.

Heating Operation(Heat pump model only)

Beep, Beep

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o During the JET COOL function at any moment, the A/C starts to blow the cool air at

extremely high speed for 30 minutes setting the room temp. automatically to 18°C. It is especially used to cool the room temp. in the shortest time in a hot summer.

In heat pump mode the JET COOL function is not available.

o In order to return to the normal cooling mode from the JET COOL mode, you just press

either the operation mode selection button, airflow volume selection or temp. setting button or the JET COOL button again.

NOTICE,

Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with a beep.

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.

To cancel the Jet Cool mode, press the Jet Cool button again or the fan speed button or the room temperature setting button and the unit will operate in high fan speed on cooling mode.

Jet Cool Operation

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