LG P131CM Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL (MANUAL DE USUARIO)

AIR CONDITIONER(ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE)

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

Por favor lea este instructivo de operaciones antes de utilizar su producto.

TYPE: PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER

TIPO: ACONDICIONADOR DE AIRE PORTÁTIL

MODEL(MODELO): P131CM SZ0

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I N T RO D U C T I O N

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Basic Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3, 4

Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

PARTS AND FEATURES

Key Parts and Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Control Panel and Remote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

HOW TO USE

Before Using Your Air Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8

Using the Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9-11

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Selection of Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Window Vent Panel and Extensions . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Installation in Vertical Sliding Windows . . . . . . . 14, 15

Installation in Casement Windows . . . . . . . . . . 16, 17

CARE AND CLEANING

Cleaning the Case. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Cleaning the Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Emptying the Water Collection Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Storing the Air Conditoner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

TROUBLESHOOTING

Before Calling for Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 22

THANK YOU!

Congratulations on your purchase and welcome to the LG family. Your new LG Air Conditioner combines high-efficiency operation with portable convenience.

By following the operating and care instructions in this manual, your air conditioner will provide you with many years of reliable service.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.

We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.

This is the safety alert symbol.

This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.

All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word “WARNING” or “CAUTION”. These words mean:

WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.

CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property.

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNINGTo reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury

to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

•Do not attempt to repair or replace any part of your air conditioner unless it is specifically

recommended in this manual. All other services should be referred to a qualified technician.

•If the power cord becomes worn or damaged, the cord should only be replaced by a qualified service technician using genuine replacement parts.

•The air conditioner should be plugged into its own grounded 15A, 60 Hz., 115 VAC circuit.

•Do not plug other appliances into the same outlet; it can overload the circuit and cause a fire or electric shock.

•Do not remove the round grounding prong from the plug. It can result in the risk of electric shock.

•This air conditioner is not designed for use by young children. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with or climb on the air conditioner.

•Be sure all packaging materials are removed from the air conditioner before use. It can result in personal injury.

•Do not disassemble or modify the air conditioner or the power cord. It can result in the risk of electric shock or fire.

•Do not place the power cord or air conditioner near a heater, radiator, or other heat source. It can result in the risk of electric shock or fire.

•Do not use this or any appliance near flammable gases or liquids or other combustibles, such as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc. It can result in the risk of electric shock or fire.

•Make sure the power cord is plugged firmly and completely into the outlet. It can result in the risk of electric shock or fire.

•Do not start or stop operation by plugging in or unplugging the power cord. It can result in the risk of electric shock.

•If the air conditioner is making unusual sounds or is emitting smoke or an unusual odor, unplug it immediately. It can result in the risk of electric shock or fire.

•Do not use if the electrical socket is loose or damaged. It can result in the risk of electric shock or fire.

•Do not operate with wet hands or in a damp environment. It can result in the risk of electric shock.

•Do not use this or any electrical appliance if you smell gas. It can result in the risk of fire or explosion.

•Turn off and unplug the air conditioner before cleaning to avoid the risk of electric shock.

•Do not clean the unit with water. Water can enter the unit and damage the insulation, creating a shock hazard. If water enters the unit, unplug it immediately and contact Customer Service. It can result in the risk of electric shock.

•Use two or more people to lift and install the

unit. Failure to do so can cause back injury or other injuries.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE

BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using this appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:

•To avoid possible cuts, avoid contacting the metal parts of the air conditioner when removing or reinstalling the filter. It can result in the risk of personal injury.

•Do not block the air inlet or outlet of the air conditioner. Reduced air flow will result in poor performance and could damage the unit.

•Always grasp the plug when plugging in or unplugging the air conditioner. Never unplug by pulling on the cord. It can result in result in the risk of electrical shock and damage.

•Always turn off and unplug the air conditioner when it will not be used for extended period of time. This conserves energy and reduces the chance of accidents.

•Secure the wheels with blocks to prevent the air conditioner from rolling on smooth floors.

•Install the air conditioner on a sturdy, level floor capable of supporting up to 110 lbs ( 50 kg ). Installation on a weak or unlevel floor can result in result in the risk of property damage and personal injury.

•Make sure the air conditioner is the correct size for the area you wish to cool. Using an air conditioner that is the wrong size can waste energy and damage the air conditioner.

•Close all doors and windows to the room for most efficient operation.

•To prevent damage to the surface finish, use only a soft cloth to clean the air conditioner. Do not use wax, thinner, or a strong detergent.

•To prevent spills and property damage, be sure to drain the air conditioner properly.

•To prevent the coils from freezing, do not operate the air conditioner if the room temperature is below 16°C (60°F).

•Do not position the air conditioner so that pets or house plants are exposed to the direct air flow. It can result in the risk of injury to pets or house plants.

•This air conditioner is designed for normal household use. Do not use for cooling pets, foods, precision machinery, or art objects.

•Do not drink the water from the drain pan. Dispose of it properly outdoors or down the drain.

•Do not operate air conditioner without the filter securely in place. Operation without the filter could damage the unit.

•Clean the filter every two weeks, or more often if needed.

•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 hazard.

•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 hazard.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

•This unit must be properly grounded.

•Do not, under any circumstances, cut or remove the ground prong.

•If you do not have a properly grounded outlet, or if there is any doubt that the outlet is not properly grounded, a qualified electrician should check the outlet and circuit, and, if necessary, install a properly grounded outlet.

•This air conditioner must be plugged into a grounded 60 HZ, 115 VAC outlet protected by a 15 amp time delay fuse or circuit breaker.

•This air conditioner must be installed in accordance with national wiring codes.

•Do not alter or modify the plug or cord of this air conditioner. If the power cord becomes worn or damaged, the cord should only be replaced by a qualified service technician using genuine replacement parts.

•Do not use an extension cord.

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PART S AN D F EATU R E S

KEY PARTS AND COMPONENTS

1	CONTROL PANEL AND DISPLAY	1
	Easy-to-read white LCD display shows the operation	2
	state. Digital touch buttons make changing settings
	quick and easy.
2	MOTORIZED AIR DISCHARGE
	The adjustable louvered air discharge opens
	automatically when the air conditioner is turned
	on, and closes when it is turned off. It can also
	be set to oscillate to distribute air more evenly
	through the room.
3	INFRARED REMOTE CONTROL
	The LCD remote control allows you to adjust the
	temperature and operate most functions of the
	air conditioner from across the room.
4	HOSE AND DIFFUSER
	Use the diffuser and hose to connect the air	3
	conditioner to the window installation kit to vent
	exhaust air outside.
5	FILTER
	You can pull out and insert the filter easily.
6	HANDLES
	The handles provide a convenient grip
	when lifting the air conditioner.
7	SWIVELING CASTERS	5
	Swiveling casters allow you to move the air
	conditioner easily on most floor surfaces.
8	BOTTOM DRAIN PORT
	Before moving the unit, drain the internal water
	collection tank completely by using bottom drain	6
	port.
9	MULTI-SPEED FANS
	The air conditioner features two multi-speed
	fans: a circulation fan for moving air inside
	the room, and an exhaust fan to vent hot
	air outdoors through the hose and diffuser.
10	POWER SUPPLY CORD HOLDER
	Wrap power supply cord around the holders for
	your convenience.

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PA RT S A N D F E ATU R E S

	5	A PART
7		1

6	4
	3

B PART

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2

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Operation of functions is the same when using the remote or the
control panel, unless otherwise stated.
For detailed instructions on each function, see the following pages
POWER ON/OFF		5
Turns the air conditioner on and off. When turning on,
a rising tone will sound to confirm. When turning off,	6
a descending tone will sound.		1
AUTO CLEAN	3
The AUTO CLEAN function is used to remove
moisture from the heat exchangers and helps	7	4
prevent odor from forming. This function can be
activated from the Remote only.		9
FAN SPEED	8
		2
Adjusts the circulation fan speed between low (F1),
medium (F2), and high (F3).

4 MODE

Switches the air conditioner between COOL,FAN,DRY, and ENERGY SAVER modes.The active mode will be shown in the LCD display.

5 LCD DISPLAY

A PART shows the set temperature ( or ) , fan speed, or the selected TIMER delay.

B PART shows the active mode(COOL,FAN,DRY and ENERGY SAVER),Auto clean,Water full and Timer.

6 / (TEMP/TIMER)

Use these buttons to adjust the set temperature up or down, or to adjust the timer delay time.

7 TIMER

Allows you to set a delay from 1 to 24 hours that will turn the air conditioner on or off automatically.

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Use this button,the temperature display can be switched between degrees Celsius() and degrees Fahrenheit()

9 AUTO SWING

Sets the motorized air discharge to oscillate, improving air circulation in the room. This function can only be activated and displayed from the remote control.

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H O W TO U S E

BEFORE USING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER

PREPARING FOR OPERATION

Refer to the Installation Instructions included in this manual before using the air conditioner.

Once the air conditioner has been properly assembled and installed:

1Plug the power cord into its own dedicated properly grounded outlet. You will hear a tone to confirm that the conditioner is plugged in. Do not plug other appliances into the same outlet; it could overload the outlet and create a fire hazard.

2Make sure the air conditioner and cord is positioned where it does not create a tripping hazard and will receive adequate ventilation. Do not place it directly next to furniture or objects that could block the vent openings.

3Make sure that any items that could be blown over or damaged by the airflow from the fan are out of the airflow path.

IMPORTANT:

•Do not remain in the direct airflow from the air conditioner for extended periods of time.

•To prevent damage or injury to pets and plants, make sure they are not exposed to direct airflow from the air conditioner.

•When used at the same time as stoves, fireplaces, and other combustion devices, make sure there is a sufficient flow of fresh air into the room. Do not use in tightly enclosed spaces with these types of devices.

•This air conditioner is intended for household use as a consumer comfort appliance. Do not use it as a precision climate control system, or for purposes such as cooling precision equipment, food, pets, plants, artwork, etc. Such items could be damaged.

•Do not bend the hose downward when window installation kit is not applied. It may cause failure of air conditioner or performance deterioration.

UNPACKING THE AIR CONDITIONER

Remove and store packing materials for reuse.

Remove any shipping tape before using the air conditioner. If the tape leaves behind any adhesive, rub a small amount of liquid dish soap onto it and wipe with a damp cloth. Do NOT use sharp instruments, alcohol, thinners, or abrasive cleaners to remove adhesive. They could damage the finish.

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H O W TO U S E

BEFORE USING YOUR AIR CONDITIONER

INSERTING BATTERIES IN THE REMOTE

Before using your remote, install the provided AAA batteries:

1Press and glide the battery cover on the back of the remote,then you can remove the cover.

2Insert two new alkaline AAA batteries into the battery compartment, being sure to note the proper polarity.

3Reattach the battery cover, making sure the locking tab clicks into place.

NOTES:

•Use only alkaline batteries. Do not use rechargeable batteries.

•When replacing batteries, always replace both batteries with new batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries.

•If the air conditioner will not be used for an extended period of time, remove the batteries from the remote.

REMOTE STORAGE

Your air conditioner has a special place for convenient storage the remote control. See Right Figure.

NOTE:

In2order to avoide lossing the remote,please put the remote inside of the storage place when you not use it.

CAUTI ON

Be sure to note proper polarity!

•If the liquid fromthe batteries gets onto your skin or clothes, wash it well with clean water.

Do not use the remote if the batteries have leaked.

•If you eat the liquid from the batteries, brush your teeth and see doctor.

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

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USING THE CONTROLS

Control panel buttons shown. Operation using the remote control is the same, unless specifically noted.NOTE:The remote sensor is located under the air discharge and on the top of the front panel.

POWER

Press the POWER button to turn the air conditioner ON or OFF. When you turn the air

conditioner on, an ascending tone will play and the LCD

display will show the set temperature and any active

mode.The air discharge on the top of the air conditioner wil automatically open.

When turning the air conditioner off, you will hear a descending tone and the air discharge on the top of the air conditioner will close.

Any control settings such as Mode, Set Temperature, Auto Swing, etc. will be retained in memory when the power is off.

NOTE: When turned on after being unplugged, the air conditioner will automatically reset to COOL mode, with a temperature setting of 22°C (72°F). Any settings will need to be re-entered.

Press the Mode button to select the operation mode

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	ENERGY	→	DRY
	SAVER

H OW TO U S E

Always point the remote at the sensor. The remote may not work if the sensor is in bright light or if there is not a clear path between the remote and the sensor.

MODE

Press the MODE button to select the operating mode(COOL,FAN,DRY or ENERGY SAVER)

					for the air conditioner. And
					you can see the active mode
					through the LCD Display.
					The default setting is COOL.
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					Press the MODE button to
	change to FAN, press again to change to DRY,
	again to change to ENERGY SAVER, and
	again to return to COOL.
	Mode			Features
	COOL			Compressor runs and cools the room. Use the
				/ and FAN buttons to set the desired

temperature and circulation fan speed.

FAN Fan circulates air but compressor does not run.

Use the FAN button to set the desired fan speed.

DRY Dry mode is used to remove humidity from the room without additional cooling. Once the set temperature is reached, the compressor and circulation fan turns off and only the exhaust fan will run. Fan speed is pre-set and cannot be adjusted.

ENERGY Under normal operation, the exhaust fan cycles on SAVER and off with the compressor, and the circulation fan

runs at the set speed.

The mode helps reduce power consumption by automatically turning off the circulation fan as well as the exhaust fan when the compressor is off. The air conditioner will automatically cycle both fans on and off with the compressor as needed for cooling.

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H OW TO U S E

USING THE CONTROLS

FAN

Pressing the FAN button cycles the circulation

fan speed from low (F1) to medium (F2) to high (F3).The selected fan speed

will be shown in the LCD display. The function can be used in

either COOL or FAN modes.

When changing fan speeds, there is a brief delay before the fan motor changes speed.

/ (TEMP/TIMER)

In COOL and DRY modes, the / (TEMP/TIMER) buttons adjust the set temperature up to 86°F or

down to 60°F ,in one degree increments. The temperature can be switched between degrees

Fahrenheit and degrees Celsius, pressing thebutton andbutton

at the same time,or pressing °C / °F button on the remote.

When the TIMER function is selected, use the / (TEMP/TIMER) buttons to adjust the delay time from 1 to 24 hours, in one hour increments.

If you press and hold the / (TEMP/TIMER) buttons, the set temperature or time will change automatically after a few seconds.

NOTE: The displayed temperature is the SET temperature, not the room temperature.In COOL,

DRY or ENERGY SAVER mode, the thermostat in the air conditioner will run the compressor until

the set temperature is reached, then cycle the compressor on and off to maintain the set temperature.

TIMER

When theTIMER function is selected, you can set the air conditioner to either automatically turn

OFF or turn ON after a delay of up to 24 hours. The display will

show 0.Use the/(TEMP/TIMER) buttons to adjust the delay

time from 1 to 24 hours, in one hour increments.

To set an automatic off delay, press the TIMER button while the air conditioner is running and use the /(TEMP/TIMER)buttons to adjust the delay time. The air conditioner will automatically turn OFF after the set delay.

To set an automatic on delay, press the TIMER

button while the air conditioner is off and use the/(TEMP/TIMER) buttons to adjust the

delay time.

The display will show the number of hours remaining until the unit is set to come on. The air conditioner will automatically turn ON after the set delay.

If you want to know how many hours you have setted, press the TIMER button and then you can see the time through the LCD display.

If you want to change the set timer,press the TIMER button and adjust the time when the number is flickering.

To cancel the Timer function,one method is press the TIMER button and adjust the number to”0” when the number is flickering,then the function will be canceled in a few seconds. Another better method is Press the TIMER button and Press this button again when the number is still flickering.

NOTE: Do not unplug the air conditioner when using the timer function.

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USING THE CONTROLS

AUTO CLEAN

To turn the AUTO CLEAN function on, press the AUTO CLEAN button while the air conditioner is running in COOL,DRY or ENERGY

SAVER mode. This function can only be selected from the remote;it is not available from the control panel.It must be set

each time you wish to run the AUTO CLEAN function.

AUTO CLEAN is used to remove moisture from the heat exchange coils. This helps prevent the formation of mildew and odors.

1 To use AUTO CLEAN

With the air conditioner running in COOL, DRY ,ENERGY SAVER or HEAT mode, press the

AUTO CLEAN button.

2“AUTO CLEAN” will be displayed in the LCD diplay.

Press the POWER button to turn the air conditioner off.AUTO CLEAN will run

the circulation and exhaust fans with the compressor off for a few minutes after the power is turned off.

To cancel AUTO CLEAN, or to stop an AUTO CLEAN cycle in process, simply press

the AUTO CLEAN button again. The AUTO CLEAN function will not operate if the air conditioner is already off.

H OW TO U S E

AUTO SWING

AUTO SWING function can only be activated with the remote. When this function is on, the air

discharge will oscillate to circulate air more evenly through the room. To turn this function off, simply press the AUTO SWING button with the

remote again.

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	conditioner is turned off or AUTO SWING
	is activated.

function can only be activated with the

remote.When the displayed temperature is °C(of °F),you can press this button to swith to °F(or °C) .

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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T R U C T I O N S

PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION

WARNING The air conditioner is heavy! Use two or more people to lift and install the unit! Failure to do so could result in back injury or other injuries.

EXHAUSTCOMPONENTS

The following c omponents are used for window venting.

Not all compon ents are used for every installation.

Flexible Venting Hose	Diffuser
Vent Panel	Small
	Extension
	Panel

Extension

Vent Panel

Large

Extension

Panel Window Installation Kit

(includes 2 Window Vent

Panel and 2 Extension

Panels)

2 Type A Foam Seals	1 Type B Foam Seal	2 Type C Foam Seals
(adhesive)	(non-adhesive)	(Adhesive type-Shorter)

Security Bracket

4 Type A Screws

10 Type B Screws

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I N S TA L L AT I O N I N S T RU C T I O N S

WINDOW VENT PANEL AND EXTENSIONS

The window installation kit allows you to install the air conditioner in most vertical-sliding windows 460mm to 1220mm wide, or casement-style windows from 460mm to 1220mm high.

460mm	Vent
	Panel

Vent

Panel

460mm

For an 460mm window opening, use the window vent panel by itself.

	Large extension
	panel
	610mm − 740mm
Large	Vent
extension	Panel
panel
Vent
Panel

610mm − 740mm

For window openings from 610mm to 740mm, use the window vent panel and the large extension panel.

Small extension panel

460mm − 610mm

Vent Panel

Vent

Panel

Small

extension

panel

460mm − 610mm

For window openings from 460mm to 610mm, use the window vent panel and the small extension panel.

	Large extension
	panel
Large	740mm − 910mm
	Vent
extension	Panel
panel
Vent	Small
Panel
	extension
	panel
	Small
	extension
740mm − 910mm	panel

For window openings from 740mm to 910mm,

use the window vent panel and both extension panels.

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		Extension vent		Large
		panel
Extension vent		910mm − 1220mm		extension
				panel
panel	Large			Vent
	extension			Panel
	panel
		Vent		Small
		Panel
				extension
			Small	panel
			extension
910mm − 1220mm			panel

For window openings from 910mm to 1220mm, use both vent panels and both etension panels.

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INSTALLATION IN VERTICAL SLIDING WINDOWS

NOTE: The window installation kit can be used with vertical sliding windows between 460mm and 1220mm wide.

Foam seal C

(Adhesive type-shorter)

Foam seal A (Adhesive type)

1Cut the foam seal A(adhesive type) & C(adhesive type-shorter) to the proper length, and attach it to the window sash and frame.

Extension panel (if required)

Vent

Panel

2Insert the vent panel assembly, including extension panels, if needed, into the window opening. Extend the extension panels, if used.

Foam seal B (Non-adhesive type)

Type B screws

3Carefully lower the window. Secure the vent panel in place with 4 type B screws, plus one screw for each extension:

Vent panel only: 4 type B screws

Vent panel and
one extension:	5 type B screws
Vent panel and
two extensions:	6 type B screws

Two vent panels and

two extensions: 9 type B screws

4Cut the foam seal B(Non-adhesive type) to the window width. Stuff the foam seal B between the glass and the window to prevent air and insects from getting into the room.

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