LG W196BF, W196BR User Guide

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LG Window-Type Air Conditioner

OWNER'S MANUAL

IMPORTANT

Please read through this manual. It contains valuable information about your air conditioner. This manual may help save time and money by explaining proper product maintenance and preventing improper use.

PRECAUTIONS

Pay close attention to precautions in order to prevent potential hazards and damage from misuse or improper installation. LG is not responsible for any damages caused by misuse of the product.

P/No.: 3828A20840A

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

CAUTION

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

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

Be sure not to do.

Be sure to follow the instruction.

WARNING

■ Installation

Always install the expansion panel(s).

• No installation may cause fire and electric shock accident.

Do not place the power cord near a heater.

• It may cause fire and electric shock.

Do not use the power cord near flammable gas or combustibles such as gasoline, benzene, thinner, etc.

• It may cause explosion or fire.

Do not disassemble or modify products.

• It may cause failure and electric shock.

Gasolin

■ Operation

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.

Do not modify power cord length.

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

Do not share the outlet with other appliances.

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

Always plug into a grounded outlet.

• No grounding may cause electric shock (See Installation Manual).

Unplug the unit if strange sounds, odors, or smoke come from it.

• Otherwise 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 operate with wet hands or in damp environment.

• It will cause electric shock.

Do not allow water to run into electric parts.

• It will cause failure of machine or electric shock.

Leave the door closed while the air conditioner is running.

• It is not designed to cool the entire house.

Do not operate the air conditioner if you smell gas.

• It may cause explosion, fire, and burn.

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

• They are sharp and may cause injury.

Do not block the inlet or outlet.

• It may cause failure of appliance or accident.

Ensure that the outer case is not damaged by age or wear.

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

Be cautious not to touch the sharp edges when installing.

• It may cause injury.

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

• Prevent accidental startup and the possibility of injury.

CAUTION

■ Installation

Sharp edges

■ Operation

Hold the plug by the hand (not the cable) when taking

• It may cause electric shock and damage.

it out.

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.

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.

Do not clean the air conditioner with water.

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

Turn off the power and breaker firstly when cleansing the unit.

• 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 this appliance for special purposes such as cooling pets, foods, precision machinery, or objects of art.

• It is an air conditioner, not a precision refrigeration system.

Always insert the filter securely. Clean it every two weeks.

• Operation without filters will cause failure.

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.

Do not drink water drained from air conditioner. / Do not direct airflow at room occupants only.

• It contains containments and will make you sick. / This could damage your health.

Wax

Thinner

Prior to Operation

Safety Precautions

Preparing for operation

Contact an installation specialist for installation. Plug in the power plug properly. Do not use a damaged or non-standard power cord. Do not share the same outlet with other appliances Do not use an extension cord. Do not start/stop operation by plugging/unplugging the power cord.

Usage

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.

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

heating devices.

Do not use this air conditioner for non-specified special purposes (e.g. preserving precision devices,

food, pets, plants, and art objects). Usage in such a manner could harm such property.

Cleaning and maintenance

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

metal edges.

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

to possible electric shock.

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.

Service

For repair and maintenance, contact your authorized service dealer.

Operating Temperature

COOLING MODE

INDOOR OUTDOOR

MAX. MIN. MAX. MIN.

32°C21°C43°C21°C

HEATING MODE

INDOOR OUTDOOR

MAX. MIN. MAX. MIN.

27°C20°C24°C1°C

OFF

MED FAN

HIGH COOL

LOW FAN

LOW COOL

MED COOL

Auto Swing

OperationThermostat

On Off

OFF

MED FAN

HIGH COOL

LOW FAN

LOW COOL

MED COOL

OnOff

Auto Swing

OperationThermostat

Med Fan

Off

Low Fan

High Cool

Med Cool

Low Cool

Off On

Auto Swing

Location and Function of Controls

Operating Instructions

Controls

The controls will look like one of the following.

STOP

OPERATION

THERMOSTAT

AUTO SWING

TIMER

LOW

HIGH

OFF ON

■ OPERATION

High Cool ( ), Med Cool ( ) and Low Cool ( ) provide cooling with different fan speeds. Med Fan ( ) or Low Fan ( ) provides air

circulation and filtering without cooling. Off ( ) turns the air conditioner off.

If you move the switch from a cool setting to off or to a fan setting, wait at least 3 minutes before switchingbacktoacoolsetting.

HIGH COOL : Permits cooling with the high fan speed operation. LOW COOL : Permits cooling with the low fan speed operation.

Cooling Descriptions

For Normal Cooling- Select High Cool or Med Cool with the Operation knob at the midpoint of

Thermostat knob. For Maximum Cooling- Select High Cool with the Operation knob at the highest number available on your Thermostat knob. For Quieter & Nighttime Cooling- Select Low Cool with the Operation knob at the midpoint of Thermostat knob.

■ THERMOSTAT

The THERMOSTAT is used to maintain the room temperature. The compressor will cycle on and off to keep the room at the same level of comfort. When you turn the knob to a higher number(the right side) and the indoor air will become cooler.

The 5 or 6 position (the middle position of arc) is a normal setting for average conditions.

■ AUTO SWING

Auto swing switch controls the horizontal air direction by air swing system (not on all models). ON ( ) : Auto swing is operated. OFF ( ) : Auto swing is not operated.

■ TIMER

The timer can control the operation times within 12 hours. If you set the timer switch at the "1" position, after 1 hour the unit will be stopped automatically. If you want to operate continuously, set the timer switch at the "CONSTANT" position. The timer switch cannot rotate further colckwise from the "CONSTANT" position. If you set the timer switch at the "STOP" postion, the unit will be stopped all operations.

NOTICE

CAUTION: When the air conditioner has been performed its cooling operation and is turned off or set to the fan position, wait at least 3 minutes before resetting to the cooling operation again.

Thermostat Operation

FAN FAN

Thermostat

Warmer Cooler

Heater

Operation

Controls

■

AUTO SWING (for some models)

ON ( ) :

Air swing is operated while OPERATION knob is set to the COOL or HEAT position.

OFF( ) : Stops the operation of air swing.

■ THERMOSTAT

Turn the thermostat control to the desired setting. The control position is a normal setting for average conditions. You can change this setting, if necessary, in accordance with your temperature preference. The thermostat automatically controls cooling or heating, but the fan runs continuously whenever the air conditioner is in operation. If the room is too warm, turn the thermostat control clockwise. If the room is too cool, turn the thermostat control counterclockwise.

■ HEATER ( ) LAMP

When the unit sets heating operation condition, the green lamp is lighted. When the frost settles on the heat exchanger of the outside, defrosting is made automatically and the green lamp is turned off. The unit may give a "hiss" and the fan motor stops for 1to10minutes. This should not be regarded as a problem.

After defrosting, the heating operation begins again.

■ OPERATION

OFF ( ) : Turns the air conditioner off. LOW FAN ( ): Permits the low fan speed

operation without cooling (heating).

LOW COOL ( ): Permits cooling with the low fan

speed operation.

HIGH COOL ( ) : Permits cooling with the high

fan speed operation.

LOW HEAT ( ) : Permits heating with the low

fan speed operation.

HIGH HEAT ( ): Permits heating with the high

fan speed operation.

The controls will look like one of the following.

CAUTION : When the air conditioner has been performed its cooling operation and is turned off or set to the fan position, wait at least 3 minutes before resetting to the cooling operation again.

5 64

2 3

5 64

2 3

Remote Control Operations

Operating Instructions

The remote control and control panel will look like one of the following pictures.

POWER

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

OPERATION MODE SELECTOR

Heating function is only available in some models. Selectcoolingmodetocooltheroom. Select heating mode to heat the room. Select fan mode for basic ventilating fan operation.

ON/OFF TIMER

The timer can be set to start and stop the unit in hourly increments (up to 12 hours). Temperature increases only by 2°C and no longer increase thereafter.

FAN SPEED SELECTOR

For increased power while cooling or heating, select a higher fan speed. Cooling Model: 3 steps{High[F3] ➔ Low[F1] ➔ Med[F2]

Heating Model: 2 steps{High[F2] ➔ Low[F1]

TEMPERATURE CONTROL

The thermostat monitors room temperature to maintain the desired temperature. The thermostat can be set between 16°C~30°C(61°F~86°F). The unit takes an average of 30 minutes to adjust the room temperature by 1°C (1.8F).

AUTO SWING BUTTON (available in some models)

Allows the unit to automatically swing its louvers left and right during operation. If the option is de-selected, the louvers will stop in their last position and orient the airflow in the corresponding direction.

REMOTE SENSOR

Push out the cover on the back of the remote control with your thumb Pay attention to polarity and insert two new AAA 1.5V batteries. Reattach the cover.

In case the power comes on again after a power failure, Auto Restarting Operation is the function to operate procedures automatically to the previous operating conditions.

Do not use rechargeable batteries. Make sure that both batteries are new.

• In order to prevent discharge, remove the batteries from the remote control if the air conditioner is not going to be used for an extended period of time Keep the remote control away from extremely hot or humid places. To maintain optimal operation of the remote control, the remote sensor should not be exposed to direct sunlight.

• The remote control can be mounted on a wall using the mountable holder.

NOTICE

Inserting the Remote Control Batteries (AAA size)

Auto Restart

CLOSE VENT OPEN

Adjusting the Air Flow Direction

Operating Instructions

Care and Maintenance

Vent Control

The vent control is located above the control knobs. For maximum cooling efficiency, CLOSE the vent. This will allow internal air

circulation. OPEN the vent to discharge stale air.

Adjusting the air flow Direction

Airflow can be adjusted by changing the direction of the air conditioner°s louvers. This can also increase the cooling efficiency of the air conditioner.

Adjusting Horizontal Air Flow Direction Adjusting the vertical louvers left and right will change horizontal airflow.

Adjusting Vertical Air flow Direction Adjusting the horizontal louvers up and down will change vertical airflow.

The louvers can be adjusted by nudging the back or up and down of the vertical louvers.

Recommended Orientation of louvers Adjust louvers to face upwards when cooling to maximize cooling

efficiency.

Turn the power off and unplug the power plug before cleaning the air conditioner.

Grille and Case

Use water and mild detergent when cleaning. Do not use bleach or harsh abrasives.

Rear Coils

Check the rear coils on a regular basis. It should be professionally steam- cleaned if it is clogged with dirt or soot. Professional cleaning service is available at your local dealer or service center.

To open the vent, pull the lever toward you.

To close it, push it in.

Fig. 4

Fig. 3

Fig. 2

DRAIN PAN

DRAIN HOSE

Fig. 1

CABINET

SCREW

Drain pipe

Drain cap

Air Filter

The air filter behind the inlet grille should be checked and cleaned at least once every 2 weeks (or as necessary) to maintain optimal performance of the air conditioner.

How to remove the air filter

The grille may be opened from the top or bottom for easy maintenance after installation.

Open the inlet grille by pulling off the exposed door on the bottom or top of the unit (based on installation). Refer to the Using the reversible inlet grille in the Hardware Installation Guide section if you want to change the opening side.

Pull the tab slightly to release the filter. Pull the filter in the same direction as the opening.

Clean the filter with warm, soapy water. The water should be below 40°C (104°F).

Rinse off and gently shake off excess water from the filter. Let it dry before replacing it.

Drainage (Optional)

The base pan may overflow due to high humidity. To drain the excess water, remove the drain cap from the back of the unit and secure the drainpipe.

Take the drain pan which is shipped in the air discharge or on the barrier. Remove the rubber plug from the bottom of the base pan. Install the drain pan over the corner of the cabinet where

you removed the plug with 4 (or 2) screws. Connect the drain hose to the outlet

located at the bottom of the drain pan. You can purchase the drain hose or tubing locally to satisfy your particular needs. (Drain hose is not supplied).

Select the most appropriate connection from among the following figures (by considering the hole of the unit) to fit drain pan to your own unit.

1 32

1411 1210

4 5

14 1310 11 12

432 8 65

Hardware Installation

Product Features

1. CABINET

2. FRONT GRILLE

3. AIR FILTER

4. AIR INTAKE (INLET GRILLE)

5. AIR DISCHARGE

6. VERTICAL AIR DEFLECTOR (HORIZONTAL LOUVER)

7. EVAPORATOR

8. HORIZONTAL AIR DEFLECTOR (VERTICAL LOUVER)

9. CONTROL PANEL

10. POWER CORD

11. COMPRESSOR

12. BASE PAN

13. BRACE

14. CONDENSER

CAUTION : This appliance should be installed in accordance with national wiring regulations. This guide acts as a guide to help to explain product features.

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