LG R1003 Owner's manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
Models/Modelo R1003
B
BG8000ER,
,o
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model andl serial numbers here:
Mode| #
_rial #
You can find them on a ia_l on the side of t_ pr_Juct,
D_ler's Nlame
Date Pu=mhas_
lib Staple you_-receipt to thiis page in the e_nt y_ nec_i it
to prove @'_ted purchase or for warran#/iSSLJ_.
READ THIS MANUAL
Inside you will find many _lpfu[ hind on how to use and
maintain your air condit[o_r pro_r]y. Just: a little pr@_entive
care on your _rt can _ve y_J a g_eat deal d time and
money over '[he life of your air cond_ioner,
You111find many answers to, common problems in the chart
of tr_bl_hoo_ing tips. ff you r_iew our chart of
Treubleshootingi Tips first, you may not _ to call for
serv'_e at all,
i' _,nta_ an Authorlz_ Service Center for repair or
maintenance of this unit. Call 1_00-2_-0000 to
locate the nearest ASC,
This air conditioner is not internd_ for use by youn9
chil,dt_ ot invalids without supervision.
Young _ildren shou|d be supervisedi tlo ensure that
th_ do not play with the air conditioner.
• If the power cord recluires replacement, have an
Authorized _rvicer install ;an exact rep|acement pa_.
|ns_l|atton work mu_ he _rform_ in a_o_ance
with the National _lecttlc C_e iby qualified and
a_thorlzed per_,onnel onlyo
2 Room Air Conditioner
Sa_ Precautions
To prevent iniury to the user or other peop, le and property damage, the following instructions
must be foil,owed.
[] incorrect operation due to ignoring instructions wilil _us.e harm or diamage. The seriousness
is classified by the folio,wing indications.
[] Because of the weight of the product, it is r_ommended that you have a heiper to assist in
the installation.
[] Meanings of symbols us_ in this manua_ are as, shown below.
Biesure not to do 'i, _
q
B,esure to folio
[] Installation
improper assembly or instaflation may cause
incorrect o_ratJon, including injury, fire, and
electric shock ha_rds,
_'_ ',4
it may cau_ explosion or fire.
iH
It may cause fire and electric sh_k.
° it may cause failure and e]_ric sho_.
Own,er_ Manual 3
[] Operation
_hetwise, it will cause
electric sh_k or fire
i'twill _use electdc shock or
fire.
_twilli cause et_tric shock or
fire_
_herwise it may ,cau_ fire
and electdc shock a_iident.
it will cause e_tdc sho_ or
fire.
, ,AYe'''¸ ........
_tmay cause fire and ,ei_tri,c
shock,.
litwill cause eliectric sh_k or
fire
o,No grounding may cause
el_"tric sh_k.
It will cau_ electric sh_k.
4 Room Air Conditioner
. The air conditioner must be operated in a
enclosed area to,be most effective_
Utmay cause .exp,losion, fire, and burn.
, Ut:wi!l cause electric shock or fai!lure of
machine.
, Water may enter me unit and degrade the
insulation. It may cause an elec#ic shock.
[] Installation
.They are sharp and may
cause injury,
_ may _use failure o,f
appliance or performance
If the o_er case is damaged,
it must be repair_ or
repi_aced immediately.
Leaving it damaged could
result in the air _nditioner
falling out o,fthe window,
creating a _fety hazard.
Owner_ Manual 5
° it may _use injury: It may cau_ electric shock
and damage.
,. it will waste power
consumption in vain and it
may cause accident,
Since the fan rotates at high
spe_ during o_ration, it may
cause injury.
Operation without filters will
cause failure.
,,This oouUdiniure the pet or
plant,
it is an air conditioner, not:a
precision refrigera_on system.,
'Theap_arance of the air
conditioner may deteriorate,
change color_or develop
suffa_ flaws.
.,It is not sanitary and coulld
cause illness .o.r_r_nal
injury hazard,
....
6 Rc_m Air Conditioner
Befot'e Operation
1i' Plug in the, power cord properly.
2. Use a dedicated circuit. Overloading the line could create a fire hazard.
3. Iao not use an extension cord. See page 10 for more detaii]s.
4. Do not staWstop operation by plugging/unplugging the power cord.
5. IIfthe power cord is damaged and requires, replacement, have an Authorized
Servicer install an exact replacement part.
1i_ Being exposed to direct airflow for .an extended period o,ftime could b,e
hazardous to your health, Do, not expose occupants, pets, or plants to direct
airflow for extended periods of time.
2i_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, peR, p,lan_, and art objects). Such usage
could damage the, items.
43The air conditioner is a consumer comfort appliance, not a precision climate
control system.
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 t,owater 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 an Authorized Service Center. See the,
warranty page for details or call ,(800),243-000& Have your model number and
serial number available. They should be written on page, 2 of this manual.
Owner_ Manual 7
Int_uction
This symbol aleds you to the risk of electric shock.
This symbol aleds you to haza_s that could cause harm to the
air conditioner.
CABINET
FRONT
GRILLE
A!R FILTER
This symbol indicates s_cial notes.
WARNING: This appliance should be ins_lled in accordance with
national Electric Code.
\LERTICALAIR DEFLECTOR
(HORIZONT_ LOUVER)
HOR_'ONTALAIR DEFLECTOR
NERTWCALLOUVER)
D_SCHARGE
AIR _NTAKE
(INLETGRILLE)
BRACE
EVAPOrCATOR_
CONTROL BOARD
REMOTE
CONTROLLER
CONDENSER
_BASEPAN
POWER CORD
VERTICAL AIR DEFLECTOR
4ORIZONT_ AIR DEFLECTOR
FRONT
AIR F_LTER
DISCHARGE
AiR iNTAKE
(INLET GiRiLLEi
C,ONTROLBOARD
B_E PAN
POWER CORD
8 Rc_m Air Conditioner
ElectricalSafety
WARNING: This appliance must be pro_rly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is.equipped with a three-prong grounding plug.
To minimize the rusk of electric shock, use the plug with a standard three-slot
grounding wall power outlet.. IIfthe power outlet does not include a grounding slot,
have a qualified electrician replace the outlet before you use the room air
conditioner,.
Changing the outlet without making the appropriate wiring
changes will create an uncle condition that could result in fire or
electrical shock. Refer all such work to a licens_ and qualified
Pt_err_ method_
E_ _rsu_eFope_ground
II
exists before us4
WARNING: DO not cut or remove the grounding prong from tlhe _wer
WARNING: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall
receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance gnlesis the
cover screw is metal and not insulated, and the wall r_eptacle is
grounded through the house wiring.
W'ARNING: If you have any doubt whether the air conditioner is
properly ground_, have the wal! receptacle and cimuit ch_k_ by a
qualified electrician.
Owner_ Manual 9
We strongly discourage the use of an adapter due to potentia! safety h_ards.
For temporary connections, use only a UL-lis.ted adapter, available from most
local hardware stores. Ensure that the large slot in the adapter is aligned with
the large slot in the receptacle for a proper polarity connection.
To,disconnect the power cord from the adapter, use one hand on each to avoid
damaging the ground terminal. Avoiid frequently unplugging the power cord as
this can lead to eventual ground terminal damage,
"_Met_ Screw
WARNING: Never u_ the appliance with a broken adapter,
We strongly discourage the use of an extension ,cord due to potential safety
hazards.. For temporary situations, use only CSA certified and UL listed 3-wire
grounded extension cords, rated 15 A, 125 \,L
10 Room Air Conditionier
in,staflation
T/pe A:i6EA TypeB:3EA
E
E
tf
_=::==:==::,,:2,,::_ . _
TypeD:2EA TypeE:2EA TypeF:2EA TypeG:2EA
(FRAMECURTAIN},
,j [-
1I'
Ty_ i,,,i:1_ TypeI:1EA TypeJ:t EA TypeK:2EA
(UPPERGUIDE}
TypeL:I EA Type M:!EA Type N:IEA Type O:1EA
(DRAINJOINT PIPE)
Have the, following tools available, for installation:
* Screwdriver (Slotted and Phillips) * Ruler
* Knife * Hammer
* Pencil * Level
Owners Manual 11
Installation
This room air conditioner is
designed for installation in standard
doubiehung windows with actual
opening widths from 22" to 36".
The upper andi lower window sash
must open sufficiently to al!ow a
clear ve_ical opening of i5" from the
bottom of the. upper sash to the
window stool.
WARNING:This product is a WINDOW AIR C,ONDITIONER. As such,
a standard single-hung ,or double-hung window is required for proper
installation. Non-window insta!lations, including using s!eeves, holes
in walls, and other installations are not recommended.
Select the best location
1. To prevent vibration and noise, make sure
the, unit: is !!installed securely and fiirmly
2. Install the unit where the sunlight does not
shine directly on the unit•
C_led air
3. The outside of the cabinet must extend _-.__.
outward for at least i i' and there should
be no obstacles, such as a fence or wall,./
within 20" from the back of the cabinet
because it will prevent Iheat radiation of the
Restriction d outside air will greatly r_uce
the c@!ing efficiency d the air conditioner.
Awning
Heat
radiation
1/2"
Over 20"
Fen_
All side louver! o,fthe cabinet must remain expos_ to the outside of the
structure.
4. install the unit a little slanted so the back is slightly lower than the front(about V2")..
This will force condensed water to flow to the outside.
5. Install the unit with the bottom about 30"~60" above the fl_r level.
12 Room Air ,Cond#i_er
Ins_llation
1, Remove, the _rews which fasten the cabinet
a,tboth sides and at the back:,
Use a long screwdriver and installing the
screws will be easier.
2. Slide the unit from the cabinet: by gdpping the
base pan handle and pulling forward while
bracing the cabineL
3:. Cut the window sash sea[ to the proper
length
Peel off the backing and attach the Foam-Pe
to, the underside of the window sash.
.
5_
Remove the backing from the top, Upper Guide
Fo,am-PE and attach it to the bottom of the
Upper Guioe
Attach the Upper Guide onto the top of the
cabinet with 3 Type A screws.
6. insert the Frame Guides into the bottom of
the cabinet,
.
,
Inse_ the Frame Cu_ain into the Upper Guide
and Frame Guides.
Fasten the cu_ains to the unit with 4 Type
A screws.
Foam Pe
(Type A) up#er G_ide
Screw
_ew
(Type A)
Frame Guides
(Type A)
Foarr_Pe
Frame
Owtt,e,¢_Manual 13
Installation
i
Caution: During the following step, hold unit firmly until window sash
is lowered to top channel behind side _nel frames. Per_nal injury or
property damage may result if unff falls from window.
2_
Open the window, MaA a line on
_nter of'the window stool(or desired
air conditioner location),
Carefuffy place the cabinet on the
window stool and align the _nter
mark on the bottom fro,nt wi#_ the
center line marked in the window
stool,
Pull the bottom window sash down
behind the upper guide until it meets.
:Do not pul] the window _sh
down so tightly that the movement of
Frame Curtain is restricted
3. Loose,ly assemble Me sill support
using the parts in Figure 3.
4. Se]_;t the, _s,iti,on that wil!l place the
sift support near the outer most po,int
on sill (_e Figure 4)
° Be careful when you [nstaff
the _binet (:Frame Guid_ willl
broken easily),.
5_
Attach the sift support to the cabinet
track holle in relatiion to the sel_ted
position using 2 Ty_ A screws in
each support(See Figure 4),
6 The cabinet should be [ns_lli_ wi#'l,a
ve_ slight tiff(about _!_"),downward
toward _e outside (S_ Figui_e,5)_
Adjust the _lt and the nut of sil!
support fo,r balancing t_hecabinet,,
7, Attach the cabinetto the window stool
by driving the screws ,(Type B:[,o,ength
sixteen millimeters and below.) through
the front angle into window stool
8, Puff ea_ Frame curtain fully to each
window sash track, and repeat step, 2.
Upper Guide
Window
Frame CuRa!n
Foam-Pc
Figure i
Figure 2
OUTDOOR
i
SillSuppom
Screw(Type A)
INDOOR
Screw(Type B}
#
Cabinet:
OUTDOOR Figure 4
Si_ Support
Scr_(Type IB)
S!HSuppeR:
Track
Figure 5
14 Room Air Conditioner
installation
9. A_ach each Frame Curtain the window sash
using screws, (Type C).(See Figure 6)
: DO NOT DRILL A HOLE IN THE
BO_'OM PAN, The unit is designed t,o operate
with approximately 1/2" of water in bottom pan,
Ty_ C
10. Sllide the unit into the cabinet.(See Figure 7)
For security purpose, reinstall
_rews(Type A) at cabinet's sides,
Screw(Type A)
. Power Cord
1i1,0Cut the Foam-Strip to the proper length
and inse_ betw_n the upper window sash
and the Ilower window sash.
(See Figure 8}
Foam Strp
12. Attach the Window Locking Bracket with
a Ty_ C screw. (S_ Figure 9)
Window Locki_ng Bracket
13,.,Attach the front grille to the cabinet by
inserting the tabs on the ,grille into the tabs
on the front of the cabinet. Push the grille
in until it snaps into place. (See Figure 10)
14,.,Lift the inliet griiie and s_ure, it with a Type,
A screw through the front grille,
(See Figure 11)
15,. Wirtdow lrts'_llaitloty of room air conditto_r
is _w completed. _ ELECTRICAL DATA
for attaching _wer cord to e_trical outlet.
Figure il
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Operating instructions
If you turn off the air cond_ioner or switch from cooling to
the fan, wait at least 3 minutes I_fore _tting to c_ling again..
Operation,
Off °Turns air _nditioner off.
Med Fan ° M_ speed fan o_ration without ®oling.
Low Fan - Low speed [an o[_rat_n without _oling,
High Cool - Cooling with high sp_d fan operation.
Med Cool - Cooling with mad sp_d tan o_ratJon,
Low Cooi - Co0,iingwith 10wspeed tan 0,peralion.
The_ostat
" This a_utomaticaBycontrols the tem_rat_._red the ind_[ air.
Turn t_ knob,soithat arrow points to _e Iiargermarks,for greater cooling,
Point the ,arrow[ot_ s,mal_r marks fa more rr_dera_e_aing.
(i.e. the higher [he humor, t_e greater the _oling}
FOR NORMAL. COOLING
1, Turn the operation switch to the High Cool or the Low Cool setting
2. Set the thermostat control to the desired temperature mark (the mid-_int is a
g_d starting _sition). If the room temperature is not satisfactory after a
reasonable time, adjust the con_"oi to a _oler or warmer setting, as
FOR MAXIMUM COOLING
i, Turn the operation switch to the High Cool setting.
2. Set the thermostat control to the Ilargiest temperature mark.
= [ '
FOR QUIETER OPERATION
1, Turn the operation switch to the Low Cool se_ing.
2, Set the thermostat _ntrol as ne_.
16 Room Air Conditioner
Operatinginstructions
The centre,is ]!ooklike this"
O
O
e.]Oturn the air co_itio_r O,N,pushthe butt®. [o turn the,air conditionerOFF,pushthe huron again.
oThis _Jttontake. pdo,dtyovera_ other bu_ons.
eWhen the unitisfirst poweredup,itdefaultstosdtings of High _oli at7_
TEMPERATURE SETTING
This b_on canautomatically/controlthe tem_rature ofthe r_. Thetem_ture can be set within a range
oif60°F to 86°F_ t°E(16°C to 30°Cby 1°C)
SelecttheI_er numberforI_er tem_r_u_e of Lher_m,
,mEv_rytime you #Jsh [his _[to,n, itwil t_31e _[we_i ,COOL,FAN, ar_ DRY.
ENERGY SAVER
The fan stops when the _mpressor stops c_ing.
Approximatelyev_y 3.minutest_ fain_will'_urn® and che_kthe_®rn airto _t,ermine i_c®ling _ ne_ed.
ON/OFF TIMER
- Stopping Operation
o E_h pros of the button cycl_ through the opt:ionsin this.o_der:
1Hour_2Hou_ --3Hours _4Hours _,5Hours-,-6Hours-,,
7Houis-,.8Hours._9Hours-,.lOHou_s.. 11H(_s ._12'Hours.,,CANCLE
e.'Theset t_r.ature will _ raised by 2_ after 30,minut_ and again after another 30 minutes.
- Starting Operation
E_h press of the button cycl_ through the opt:bns in _is order:
1Hour-_2Hou_ -_3Hours-,.4Hours_5Hours -*6Hours
7Hourso 8Hours.*9Hours_ l_ou_ _ 11Hours_-12_{ours-- CANCEL
FAN SPEED
o, Pr_sing _e Fans_d buttontoggl_ _tween Low and High s_
REMOCON SIGNAL RECEIVER
Own,e,r_ Manual 17
OperatL_g tnstructions
_ AUTIO, N: The Remote Controller will not function properly if strong
light strikes the sen_r window of the air cond_ioner or' if there are,
obstacles between the Remote Controller and the air conditioner.
To turn the Set ON, push the button. To,turn the,Set OFF, push the button again.
Th_ bu_on takes p,riodtyover any other b_tons.
When you first turn it on,,'the,set is on the High cool mo_ and the temp., at 72°F
T,emp,eratu_ S,e_ing
Th_ Ibuttoncontrol the room temperature setting in a range
be_een 60°F to 86"_Fin I:'F increment,
Power
Fan Spe_
Pressing the Fan Speed button togglesbetween Lowand High
spe_s..
OrdOff Timer
oStopping Operation
Each press of the button cycl_ through the options in this
or_r:
IHour_ 2Hours_ 3Hours=_4Heurs-*5Hours_ 6Hours
7Hours-_SHours--PHours-*10Hours--11Hours-,.12Hour.s-_CANCLE,
The set temperature will be rai,_dl by 2°F .after30 minutes and
again after ano_er 30 minutes.
- Starting O_ration
Each press of the button oycl!esthrough the options in this
or_r:
1Hour-,.2Hours--3Hours_*4Hours--5Hours- 6Hours-*
7Hours_ 8Hours-*PHours-* 10Hours_ 11Hours_ 12Hours_ CANCLE.
Energy Saver
The fan stops when the compressor StOi_ COO_i_
Approximately every 3 minutes the fan wil! turn on and
check the room air to determine if c_ling is n_d_.
Ever#me you p,u_ this button, Hwil! t_g_e between COOL, FAN_and DRY,
How to Inert
1. Remove the _ver from the ba_ o_the remote
co,ntroHer
2. Inert two batteries,
, Be sure of tlhe _lar_y when installing the
batteries.
o Be sure that both batteries are new.
& Re-attach the cover.
Do not u_ rechargeable
batteries. Suc:h batteries
differ from s_ndard dry _]]s
in shape, dimensions, and
performance..
Remove the batteries, from
the remote oontroHer if the air
conditioner is.not going to be
used for an extended length
of time.
18 Room Air Co_,ditioner
Operating Instructions
Air Direction
The direction of air can be _ntrotlied wherever you
,want to,c_,U by adjusting the horizontal louver and
the vertical louver.
HOiR/ZONTALAIR-DIR'ECTI_# C01'4TROL
The horizontal air direction is adjust_ by
rotating the verticall louver right or [eft.
_RTICAL AIR_D'IRECTION CONTROL
The vertical! air direction is adjusted by
rotating the horizontal louver forward or
Drain Pi_
In humid weather, excess water may
,cause the Base Pan to overflow, To
drain the water, remove the Drain Cap
and s_ure the Drain Pipe to the rear
hole of the Base Pan
Press the drain pipe into, the hole by
pushing d_n and away from the fins
to avoid injury:
This air _nditio, ner is equipped with a
slinger fan. (.See drawing, below.)
The fan has an outer ring that runs in
tihewater that coJ!_ts in the base pan
if it gets deep. That _ndensate is then
pick_ up by the fan and expe[l_
through the condenser, making the air
_nditioner more efficient.
Ring
Be careful when inserting the drain pipe. IPush away from
the sharp fin area to avoid slipping injuring yourseff.
Owner's Manual 19
Maintenance and Service
Air Filter
Check the air filter at least twice a month to see if cleaning is neces_ry. Trapped
particles in the filter can build up and blink the airflow, r_ucing _oling capacity
and causing an accumulation of frost on the evaporaton To clean the air filter:
(a) (b) (c)
.
2.
3.
4,
Lift the inlet grille,
Remove the air filter from the front grille by pulling the air filter up slightly:
Wash the fiJter using Iiukewarm water below 40 °C (104 °F),
Gently shake the excess water from the filter and replace.
:DO NOT operate the air conditioner without a hTter because dirt and lint will
clog # and reduce performance.
Cleaning the Air Conditioner
The front grille and Inlet grille may be
wip_ with a cloth dampened in a mild
detergent solution,
The cabinet may' be washed with mild
soap or detergent and lukewarm
water, then _lished with Liquid Wax
for Appliances.
To ensure continued peak efficiency,
the condenser coils (o.utside of unit).
should be checked periodically and
cleaned if clogg_ with s_t or dirt
from the atmosphere.
20 Room Air Co_,ditioner
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