LG W18CKC Owner’s Manual
OWNER’S MANUAL
ROOM
AIR
CONDITIONER
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
TYPE : WINDOW
P/NO.:MFL69900601
www.lg.com
2 Room Air Conditioner
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,youmaynotneedtocallfor
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
Before Opeation ..............................7
Introduction ....................................8
Installation ......................................9
Operating Instructions .................14
Maintenance and Service ............21
Window-Type Air Conditioner Owner’s Manual
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Owner’s Manual 3
ENGLISH
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.
■ Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to properties only.
WARNING
■ Installation
Be sure not to do.
Be sure to follow the instruction.
Don’t use a power cord, a
plug or a loose socket which
is damaged.
• Otherwise, it may cause a
fire or electrical shock.
Always plug into a grounded
outlet.
• Otherwise, it may cause a
fire or electrical shock.
Do not modify or extend the
power cord length.
• It will cause electric shock or
fire due to heat generation.
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• It may cause failure and
electric shock.
Be caution when unpacking
and installing.
• Sharp edges may cause
injury.
Do not use the power cord near
flammable gas or combustibles
such as gasoline, benzene,
thinner, etc.
• It may cause explosion or
fire.
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WARNING
CAUTION
4 Room Air Conditioner
Safety Precautions
■ Operation
Do not place the power cord
near a heater.
• It may cause fire and electric
shock.
Do not allow water to run
into electric parts.
• It will cause failure of machine
or electric shock.
Use a soft cloth to clean. Do
not use wax, thinner, or a
strong detergent.
• The appearance of the air
conditioner may deteriorate,
change color, or develop
surface flaws.
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Ventilate the room well when
using this appliance
together with a stove, etc.
• An oxygen shortage may
occur.
Turn off the power and
breaker firstly when
cleansing the unit.
• Since the fan rotates at high
speed during operation, it may
cause injury.
Turn off the main power
switch when not using it for
alongtime.
• Prevent accidental startup and
the possibility of injury.
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Unplug the unit if strange
sounds, odors, or smoke
come from it.
• Otherwise it may cause fire
and electric shock accident.
Do not open the suction
inlet grill of the product
during operation.
• Otherwise, it may electrical
shock and failure.
If water enters the product, turn
off the the power switch of the
main body of appliance. Contact
service center after taking the
power-plug out from the socket.
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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 share the outlet with
other appliances.
• It will cause electric shock or
fire due to heat generation.
Take the power plug out if
necessary, holding the head
of the plug and do not touch
it with wet hands.
• Otherwise, it may cause a
fire or electrical shock.
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Safety Precautions
CAUTION
■ Installation
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.
Do not operate with wet
hands or in damp
environment.
• It will cause electric shock.
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(not the cable) when taking
• It may cause electric shock
and damage.
When gas leaks, open the
window for ventilation
before operating the unit.
• Otherwise, it may cause
explosion, and a fire.
Never touch the metal parts
of the unit when removing
the filter.
• They are sharp and may
cause injury.
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Install the product so that the noise or hot
wind from the outdoor unit may not cause
any damage to the neighbors.
• Otherwise, it may cause dispute with the
neighbors.
Keep level parallel in installing the product.
• Otherwise, it may cause vibration or water
leakage.
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6 Room Air Conditioner
Safety Precautions
■ Operation
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Be cautious not to touch the
sharp edges when
installing.
• It may cause injury.
Avoid excessive cooling and
perform ventilation
sometimes.
• Otherwise, it may do harm
to your health.
Do not insert the hands or
bars through the air inlet or
outlet during operation.
• Otherwise, it may cause
personal injury.
Do not put a pet or house
plant where it will be
exposedtodirectairflow.
• It may cause injury.
Do not block the inlet or
outlet of air flow.
• It may cause product failure.
Useasoftclothtoclean.Do
not use wax, thinner, or a
strong detergent.
• The appearance of the air
conditioner may deteriorate,
change color, or develop
surface flaws.
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indoor/outdoor unit and do
notputanythingonit.
• It may cause an injury
through dropping of the unit
or falling down.
Always insert the filter
securely.
Clean it every two weeks.
• Operation without filters will
cause failure.
Do not drink water drained
from air conditioner.
• It contains containments and
will make you sick.
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Before to Operation
Before 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 unit’s 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
8 Room Air Conditioner
Introduction
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
This appliance should be installed in accordance with the National Electric Code.
Introduction
Symbols Used in this Manual
Features
Vertical Air Deflector
(Horizontal Louver)
Horizontal Air Deflector
(Vertical Louver)
Brace
Cabinet
Front Grille
Air Discharge
Air Intake(Inlet Grille)
Air Filter
Evaporator
Control Board
Condenser
Base Pan
Compressor
Power Cord
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Installation
Installation
Select the Best Location
1. Measure the space for installation to assure a
good fit. The air conditioner must be installed
firmly into place to prevent vibration and noise.
2. Avoid exposure to direct sunlight.
3. Remove all obstacles from the rear of the unit.
There must be at least 50cm (20in.) of cleared
space around the rear of the unit. Obstacles
restricting the airflow may reduce the cooling
efficiency of the unit.
4. The unit should be installed with a slight tilt
towards the outside (approx. 3°) to allow
condensed water to drain. (About 10~15mm or
1/4 bubble with level)
The external grille must be exposed outside for
air discharge.
NOTICE
Remove the Air Conditioner From the Case
1. Remove 2 shipping screws from the back of the case.
2. Remove the 2 screws on each side of the case. Keep these for later use.
3. Slide out the air conditioner from the case by pulling the base-pan handle while bracing the case.
4. Remove the white Styrofoam shipping block from the compressor. (Applicable for some models)
Attaching the Drain Pan (Optional)
The drain pan is used to collect condensed water.
Thebase-panmayoverflowduetohighhumidity. Thebase-panmayalsocollectexcesswaterwhenin
reverse mode (in Reverse Cycle models only). To drain the excess water, remove the drain cap from the back
of the unit and secure the drainpipe as follows:
1. Remove the drain pan located in the air discharge or on the barrier.
2. Remove the rubber cap from the hole on the base-pan. (Not applicable to all models)
3. Install the drain pan to the left corner of the cabinet with 2-4 screws.
4. Connect the drain hose to the hole located on the bottom of the drain pan.
You can purchase the drain hose or tubing locally to satisfy your particular needs. (Drain hose not included)
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AWNING
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COOLED
AIR
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White styrofoam block
10 Room Air Conditioner
Step 1
Remove the air conditioner from it’s packaging and
slide the air conditioner out of it’s housing.
Step 2
Prepare the hole in the wall so that the bottom of
the housing 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. The housing should slope
down towards the rear by about 5mm to allow water
formed during operation to drain.
Step 3
Install the housing into the wall and secure. Ensure
the foam seals are not damaged. Flash, seal or fill
gaps around the inside and outside to provide
satisfactory appearance and protection against the
weather, insects and rodents.
Installation
Installation of the Housing
Installations of the unit into the Housing
Installations of the unit into the wall
1. Slide the unit into the housing until it is firmly
against the rear of the housing. Care is required
to ensure the foam sealing strips on the housing
remain in position.
2. Connect the air conditioner to the power and coil
excess cord length beneath the air conditioner
base or control box.
3. Engage the Chassis Lock into the bottom housing
rail and secure to the base with the screw
provided.
4. Remove the front panel from i’s carton and plastic
bag and fit as per the Operating Instruction.
5. Switch unit on. Check for operation of the unit
and check for vibration in the installation.
6. Fit the drain chute to the housing and run a drain
line to a suitable location if required.
FLASH OR SEAL AROUND EXTERNAL
WALL FRAME OR ARCHITRAVE
STURDY TIMBER
FRAME ALL ROUND
UNIT
DRAIN CHUTE
EXTERNAL SUPPORT
FRAME AT BALANCE
POINT OF RAC
Preferred method of installation into
a timber framed wall, partition or window.
ALTERNATIVELY, BRACKETS
AS ILLUSTRATED BELOW
MAY BE USED.
TIMBER FRAMED
WALL OR PARTITION
NOTICE
UNIT MAY BE SUPPORTED BY A
SOLID FRAME FROM BELOW
OR BY A HANGER FROM A
SOLID OVERHEAD SUPPORT.
Alternative method of installation if external
support cannot be provided.
FLASH OR SEAL AROUND EXTERNAL
WALL FRAME OR ARCHITRAVE
ENSURE LOUVRES
ARE ENTIRELY
OUTSIDE THE WALL.
DRAIN CHUTE
STURDY TIMBER
FRAME
STEADYING BRACKET
(ONE PER SIDE)
SOLID TIMBER SUPPORT
TIMBER FRAMED
WALL OR PARTITION
100mm minimum
AIR IN
AIR IN
AIR IN
AIR OUT
OPTION A
100mm
100mm
LOUVRE
FRONT
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TO CLEAR LOUVRES
45° BRICK CUT AWAY
TO CLEAR LOUVRES
BRICK
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AIR IN AIR IN
AIR OUT
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OPTION B
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Installation
Install the Air Conditioner in the Case
1. Slide the air conditioner into the case.
Reinstall the 2 screws removed earlier on each
side of the case.
The power cord must be connected to an
independent circuit.
The green wire must be grounded.
2. Stuff the foam between the top of the unit and the
wall to prevent air and insects from getting into the
room.
3. Before installing the front grille, pull out the vent
control lever located above the unit control knobs,
as shown. (for some models)
4. Attach the front grille to the case by inserting the
tabs on the grille into the slots on the front of the
case. Push the grille in until it snaps into place.
When you detach the front grille from the case,
push the grille to your right side and pull it toward
you.
5. Lift the inlet grill and secure the front grille with a
screw(L:10mm). Lower the inlet grille into place.
(for some models)
Power Cord
Screw
Screw
The Foam
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12 Room Air Conditioner
Installation
The grille is designed to clean the filter both upward and downward.
A. Before attaching the front grille to the cabinet, if you want to pull out the filter
upward;
1. Open the inlet grille slightly (a).
2. Turn inside out the front grille (a).
3. Disassemble the inlet grille from the front grille with separating the hinged part by inserting a straight type
screw-driver tip (b).
4. Then, rotate the inlet grille 180 degrees and insert the hooks into bottom holes of the front grille.
5. Insert the filter and attach the front grille to the cabinet.
B. If you want to pull out the filter downward;
The grille is already designed that way.
How to Use the Reversible Inlet Grille(For Some Models)
(b)
b
(a) (c)
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Installation
Circuit Breaker Installation and Parts for Installation
• Read thoroughly and follow all directions provided.
• A circuit breaker must be installed between the power source and the unit if the plug is not used
(see illustration below).
Main Power source
Circuit Breaker
Use a circuit breaker
or time delay fuse.
14 Room Air Conditioner
Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
Controls
The controls will look like one of the following.
5
4
3
2
1
9
8
7
6
OFF
MED
FAN
HIGH
COOL
LOW
FAN
LOW COOL
MED
COOL
Thermostat Operation
OFF, No
MED FAN
LOW FAN
HIGH COOL
MED COOL
LOW COOL
Thermostat will automatically control the
temperature of the room.
Select higher number for lower room
temperature.
The temperature is selected by turning the
knob to the desired position.
The 5 or 6 position is a normal setting for
average conditions.
: Turns the air conditioner off.
: Permits the medium fan speed
operation without cooling.
: Permits the low fan speed
operation without cooling.
: Permits cooling with the high fan
speed operation.
: Permits cooling with the
medium fan speed operation.
: Permits cooling with the low fan
speed operation.
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