LG ARNU09GSF11 User manual

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IMPORTANT
• Please read this owner's manual carefully and thoroughly
before installing and operating your room air conditioner.
• Please retain this owner's manual for future reference after
reading it thoroughly.
Prior to installation, this air-
conditioning unit must be
submitted for approval by the
utility service which provides
electricity (EN 61000-2,
EN 61000-3 Norm).
Type: Art Cool Series
MODELS: SF Chassis
ENGLISH ITALIANO ESPAÑOL FRANÇAIS DEUTSCH

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Art Cool Type Indoor Unit Owner’s 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
to prove date of purchase or to issue warranty.
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 ..................8
Operating Instructions...........9
Maintenance and Service ....12
Before you Call for
Service................................15

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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.
■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
Do not use a defective or
underrated circuit breaker.
Use this appliance on a
dedicated circuit.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.
For electrical work, contact
the dealer, seller, a qualified
electrician, or an Authorized
Service Center.
• Do not disassemble or repair
the product. There is risk of fire
or electric shock.
Always ground the product.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.
Install the panel and the
cover of control box
securely.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.
Always install a dedicated
circuit and breaker.
• Improper wiring or installation
may cause fire or electric shock
Use the correctly rated
breaker or fuse.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.

Safety Precautions
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■Operation
Do not modify or extend the
power cable.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.
Do not install, remove, or
re-install the unit by
yourself (customer).
• There is risk of fire, electric
shock, explosion, or injury.
Be cautious when
unpacking and installing
the product.
• Sharp edges could cause injury.
Be especially careful of the
case edges and the fins on the
condenser and evaporator.
For installation, always contact the
dealer or an Authorized Service Center.
• There is risk of fire, electric
shock, explosion, or injury.
Do not install the product on
a defective installation stand.
• It may cause injury, accident, or
damage to the product.
Be sure the installation area
does not deteriorate with age.
• If the base collapses, the air
conditioner could fall with it,
causing property damage,
product failure, and personal
injury.
Do not plug or unplug the
power supply plug during
operation.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.
Do not touch(operate) the
product with wet hands.
• There is risk of fire or electrical
shock.
Do not place a heater or
other appliances near the
power cable.
• There is risk of fire and electric
shock.
Do not let the air conditioner run for a
long time when the humidity is very high
and a door or a window is left open .
• Moisture may condense and
wet or damage furniture.
Take care to ensure that power
cable could not be pulled out
or damaged during operation.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.
Do not place anything on
the power cable.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.

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Safety Precautions
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Do not allow water to run
into electric parts.
• It may cause There is risk of
fire, failure of the product, or
electric shock.
Do not store or use flammable
gas or combustibles near the
product.
• There is risk of fire or failure of
product.
Do not use the product in a
tightly closed space for a
long time.
• Oxygen deficiency could occur.
When flammable gas leaks,
turn off the gas and open a
window for ventilation
before turn the product on.
• Do not use the telephone or
turn switches on or off.
There is risk of explosion or fire
If strange sounds, or small or
smoke comes from product. Turn
the breaker off or disconnect the
power supply cable.
• There is risk of electric shock or
fire.
Stop operation and close the window
in storm or hurricane. If possible,
remove the product from the window
before the hurricane arrives.
• There is risk of property
damage, failure of product, or
electric shock.
Do not open the inlet grill of the
product during operation.
(Do not touch the electrostatic
filter, if the unit is so equipped.)
• There is risk of physical injury,
electric shock, or product
failure.
When the product is soaked
(flooded or submerged),
contact an Authorized
Service Center.
• There is risk of fire or electric
shock.
Be cautious that water
could not enter the product.
• There is risk of fire, electric
shock, or product damage.
Gasolin
Ventilate the product from time to time
when operating it together with a stove, etc.
• There is risk of fire or electric shock.
Turn the main power off when cleaning or
maintaining the product.
• There is risk of electric shock.

Safety Precautions
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■Installation
CAUTION
■Operation
Always check for gas
(refrigerant) leakage after
installation or repair of product.
• Low refrigerant levels may
cause failure of product.
Install the drain hose to ensure
that water is drained away
properly.
• A bad connection may cause
water leakage.
Keep level even when
installing the product.
• To avoid vibration or water
leakage.
Do not install the product where the
noise or hot air from the outdoor unit
could damage the neighborhoods.
• It may cause a problem for your
neighbors.
Use two or more people to lift
and transport the product.
• Avoid personal injury.
Do not install the product
where it will be exposed to
sea wind (salt spray) directly.
• It may cause corrosion on the product.
Corrosion, particularly on the condenser
and evaporator fins, could cause product
malfunction or inefficient operation .
90˚
When the product is not be used for a long
time, disconnect the power supply plug or
turn off the breaker.
•There is risk of product damage or failure, or
unintended operation.
Take care to ensure that nobody could step
on or fall onto the outdoor unit.
•This could result in personal injury and product
damage.
Do not expose the skin directly to cool air
for long periods of time.
(Don't sit in the draft.)
•This could harm
to your health.
Do not use the product for special purposes, such as
preserving foods, works of art, etc. It is a consumer
air conditioner, not a precision refrigeration system.
•There is risk of
damage or
loss of property.

Safety Precautions
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Do not block the inlet or
outlet of air flow.
•It may cause product failure.
Use a soft cloth to clean. Do
not use harsh detergents,
solvents, etc.
•There is risk of fire, electric
shock, or damage to the plastic
parts of the product.
Do not touch the metal parts of
the product when removing the
air filter. They are very sharp!
•There is risk of personal injury.
Wax
Thinner
Do not step on or put
anyting on the product.
(outdoor units)
•There is risk of personal injury
and failure of product.
Always insert the filter
securely. Clean the filter
every two weeks or more
often if necessary.
• A dirty filter reduces the efficiency
of the air conditioner and could
cause product malfunction or
damage.
Do not insert hands or other
objects through the air inlet
or outlet while the product
is operated.
•There are sharp and moving
parts that could cause personal
injury.
Do not drink the water
drained from the product.
•It is not sanitary and could
cause serious health issues.
Use a firm stool or ladder
when cleaning or
maintaining the product.
•Be careful and avoid personal
injury.
Replace the all batteries in the
remote control with new ones
of the same type. Do not mix
old and new batteries or
different types of batteries.
•There is risk of fire or explosion
Do not recharge or disassemble the
batteries. Do not dispose of batteries in a
fire.
•They may burn or explode.
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.

Prior to operation
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Prior to Operation
1. Contact an installation specialist for installation.
2. Use a dedicated circuit.
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

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Operating Instructions
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Operating Instructions
Operating Instructions
How to insert the Batteries
Wireless Remote Controller Maintenance
1. Remove the battery cover by pulling it according to the arrow direction.
2. Insert new batteries making sure that the (+) and (-) of battery are
installed correctly.
3. Reattach the cover by sliding it back into position.
1. Always use/replace both batteries of same type.
2. If the system is not to be used for a long time, remove the batteries to
save their working life.
3. If the display screen of remote controller starts, fading replace both of
the batteries.
NOTE
1. Choose a suitable place where its safe & easy
to reach.
2. Fix the holder to wall etc with the supplied
screws firmly.
3. Slide the remote controller inside the holder.
1. Remote controller should never be exposed to
direct sunlight.
2. Signal transmitter & receiver should always be
clean for proper communication. Use a soft
cloth to clean them.
3. In case some other appliances also get
operated with remote control, change their
position or consult your serviceman.
1. The signal receiver is inside the unit.
2. Aim the remote controller towards the unit to operate it.
There should not be any blockage in between.
NOTE
Operating Method
Operation Indication Lamps
On/Off : Lights up during the system operation, error code and auto restart setting.
* Hot start operation: Stops the indoor fan in heating operation for minutes to prevent cold air from blowing out
from unit.
* In defrost mode unit stops heating operation for few minutes to remove formation of ice on the heat
exchanger coils to maintain the efficiency.

Operating Instructions
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Wireless Remote Controller(Optional)
ON OFF
CANCEL
AUTO CLEAN
SET
1
3
5
4
9
18
10
12
14
16
7
2
8
13
15
11
6
Cooling Operation
Auto Operation or Auto Changeover
Healthy Dehumidification Operation
Flip-up door
(opened)
Heating Operation
Signal transmitter
• Cooling Model( ), Heat Pump Model( )
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Operation Mode
The controls will look like the following.
1. START/STOP BUTTON
Used to turn off/on the unit.
2. OPERATION MODE SELECTION BUTTON
Used to select the operation mode.
3. ROOM TEMPERATURE SETTING BUTTONS
Used to select the room temperature.
4. INDOOR FAN SPEED SELECTOR BUTTON
Used to select fan speed in four steps
low, medium, high and CHAOS.
5. JET COOL BUTTON
Used to start or stop the speed cooling, heating.
(It operates fan in super high speed in cooling mode,
heating mode)
6. CHAOS SWING BUTTON
Used to stop or start louver movement and set the
desired up/down airflow direction.
7. ON/OFF TIMER BUTTONS
Used to set the time of starting and stopping
operation.
8. TIME SETTING BUTTONS
Used to adjust the time.
9. TIMER SET/CANCEL BUTTON
Used to set and to cancel the timer operation.
10. SLEEP MODE AUTO BUTTON
Used to set sleep mode auto operation.
11. AIR CIRCULATION BUTTON
Used to circulate the room air without cooling or
heating.
ENERGY-SAVING COOLING MODE BUTTON
(OPTIONAL) For inverter type models
12. ROOM TEMPERATURE CHECKING BUTTON
Used to check the room temperature.
13. PLASMA BUTTON(OPTIONAL)
Used to start or stop the plasma-purification
function.
14. HORIZONTAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION CONTROL
BUTTON (OPTIONAL)
Used to set the desired horizontal airflow direction.
15. RESET BUTTON
Used prior to resetting time.
16. 2nd F BUTTON
Used prior to using modes printed in blue at the
bottom of buttons.
17. AUTO CLEAN BUTTON(OPTIONAL)
Used to set auto clean mode.
In some models this button has a 2nd function of LED
luminosity control.
18. HEATER BUTTON(OPTIONAL)
(Not available in all models)
19. LCD LUMINOSITY BUTTON(OPTIONAL)
Used to adjust LCD luminosity.
To use the functions printed in blue at the bottom of the buttons press 2
nd
F button first and then the required function
button. Pressing the 2
nd
F button activates the blue printed function of the respective button. To cancel the function
press the 2nd F button again else it will automatically cancel if remains idle after 10 seconds.
NOTE
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Operating Instructions
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High
Speed
ON/OFF
button
Operation procedures when the remote control can't be used.
The operation will be started if the power button is pressed.
If you want to stop operation, re-press the button.
Forced operation
Auto restart
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.
So there is no need of activating this function by pressing any key or button.
In the initial mode, the fan operates at a low speed and the compressor starts 2.5~3 minutes later.
As the compressor starts, the fan speed also resumes its previous setting mode.
Heat pump Model
Cooling Model Room Temp. ≥24°C21°C ≤Room Temp. < 24°C Room Temp. < 21°C
Operating mode Cooling Cooling Healthy Dehumidification Heating
Indoor FAN Speed High High High High
Setting Temperature 22°C22°C23°C24°C
Helpful information
Fan speed and cooling capacity.
The cooling capacity indicated in the specification is the value
when the fan speed is set to high, and the capacity will be lower
at low or medium fan speed.
High fan speed is recommended when you wish to cool the room
quickly.
Test operation
During the TEST OPERATION, the unit operates in cooling mode at high speed fan, regardless of room
temperature and resets in 18 minutes.
During test operation, if remote controller signal is received, the unit operates as remote controller sets.
If you want to use this operation, Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 3~5 seconds, then the buzzer sound 1
"beep".
If you want to stop the operation, re-press the button.
Auto restart function has set enable as factory default.
But customer can set up by following this instruction.
To be disable function
- Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 6 seconds, then the buzzer sound 2 "beep" and the indicator lamp (1)
blinks 4 times.
To be enable function
- Press and hold the ON/OFF button for 6 seconds, then the buzzer sound 2 "beep" and the indicator lamp (1)
brights 4 times.
NOTE

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Maintenance and Service
Maintenance and Service
Indoor Unit
Before performing any maintenance, turn off the main power to the system, disconnect the circuit breaker and
unplug the power cord.
Clean the unit with a soft dry cloth. Do not use bleach or abrasives.
Never use any of these
•Water hotter than 40°C. It may cause deformation and discoloration.
•Volatile substances. They may damage the surface of the air conditioner.
Air Filters
The air filters behind the front panel / grill should be checked and
cleaned once in every 2 weeks or more often if necessary. To remove
the filters see the self explanatory diagrams for each model type.
Clean the filters with a vacuum cleaner or warm soapy water. If dirt is
not easily removed, wash with a solution of detergent in luke warm water.
Dry well in shade after washing and reinstall the filters back in place.
Plasma Filters
The plasma filters behind the air filter should be checked and cleaned
once in every 3 months or more often if necessary. To remove the filters
see the self explanatory diagrams for each model type. Clean the filters with a
vacuum cleaner. If it is dirty wash it with water and dry well in shade an install
back in place.
Deodorizer Filters
Remove the deodorizer filters behind the air filter and expose them in direct
sunlight for 2 hours.
And then insert these filters into original position.
Removal of Filters
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1. Art Cool Type :
Pull out the upper section of front panel and lift it up. Take out a filter with front panel held.
With PUSH button pressed, pull out grip to take out a plasma filter. Dry it completely in the shade after cleaning.
Then set a plasma filter and a filter orderly. Put the hook of front panel onto the hanger, in order to close the front
panel.
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Don't touch this plasma filter within 10 seconds after opening the inlet grille, it may cause an electric shock.
Front panel
Plasma filter Front panel hook
Hook-hanger
Air filter
Air filter

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Maintenance and Service
How to replace picture & photograph
1. Turn off power and then open
the upper part of front panel. 2. Pull out the both links of lower part of front panel, as
described in the below picture.
3. Push and close the top part of
the front panel and then pull
the bottom part of the panel
forward until it is secured.
4. Take out picture. 5. Turn upside-down of the
picture and turn over mat, then
take off a protective tape
attached at the mat.
6. Place the picture/photograph
between the exited picture and
mat. (Recommended size of a
photo/picture: 450mm x
450mm)
7. Cover mat and press down
with hand(s) until contacting
closely.
8. Slide the photo graph/drawing
requested under both hanger
parts as following, and fix them.
Press the front panel lightly to
close.
9. Push both links of lower part of
panel inside and fix it.Then
turn on.
In case a mat is not used, recommended size of a photo/picture:
522mm x 522mm
When powering on after replacing filter and picture,
the front panel doesn't intervene.
Mat
450mm
450mm
522mm
522mm
Mat
Protective tape

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Maintenance and Service
CAUTION
CAUTION
When the air conditioner is not going to be used for a long time.
Operation Tips
Operate the air conditioner on Air
circulation mode for 2 to 3 hours.
•This will dry out the internal mechanisms.
When air conditioner is not going to be
used for a long time. When the air conditioner is used again.
Turn off the circuit breaker.
Remove the batteries from the remote
controller.
Turn off the circuit breaker when the air conditioner
is not going to be used for a long time.
Dirt may collect and may cause a fire.
Clean the air filter and install it in the
indoor unit.
(Refer to page 13 for cleaning filters.)
Check that the air inlet and outlet of the
indoor/outdoor unit are not blocked.
Check that the ground wire is
connected correctly. It may be
connected to the indoor unit side.
Do not overcool the room.
This is not good for the health
and wastes electricity.
Make sure that the doors
and windows are shut tight.
Avoid opening doors and
windows as much as possible
to keep the cool air in the room.
Keep blinds or curtains
closed.
Do not let direct sunshine enter
the room when the air
conditioner is in operation.
Clean the air filter regularly.
Blockages in the air filter
reduces the airflow and lowers
the cooling and dehumidifying
effects. Clean at least once in
every two weeks.
Keep the room temperature
uniform.
Adjust the vertical and
horizontal airflow direction to
ensure a uniform temperature
in the room.
Ventilate the room
occasionally.
Since windows are kept closed,
it is a good idea to open them
and ventilate the room now and
then.

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Maintenance and Service
Before you call for service...
Check the following points before requesting repairs or service.... If the malfunction persists,
please contact your dealer.
Case Explanation See page
The air conditioner does not
operate.
The room has a peculiar
odor.
It seems that condensation
is leaking from the air
conditioner.
Air conditioner does not
operate for about 3 minutes
when restarted.
Does not cool or heat
effectively.
The air conditioner
operation is noisy.
Remote controller display is
faint, or no display at all.
Crack sound is heard.
•Have you made a mistake in timer operation?
•Has the fuse blown or has the circuit breaker
been tripped?
•Check that this is not a damp smell exuded by
the walls, carpet, furniture, or cloth items in the
room.
•Condensation occurs when the airflow from
the air conditioner cools the warm room air.
•This is the protector of the mechanism.
•Wait about three minutes and operation will
begin.
•Is the air filter dirty? See air filter cleaning
instructions.
•Has the temperature been set incorrectly?
•Are the indoor unit's air inlet or outlet vents
obstructed?
•For a noise that sounds like water flowing.
-This is the sound of freon flowing inside the
air conditioner unit.
•For a noise that sounds like the compressed
air releasing into atmosphere.
-This is the sound of the dehumidifying water
being processed inside the air conditioning
unit.
•Are the batteries depleted?
•Are the batteries inserted in the opposite (+)
and (-) directions?
•This sound is generated by the
expansion/constriction of the front panel, etc.
due to changes of temperature.
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WATER RESISTANT: The indoor unit is not water resistant and should not be exposed to excess water.
NOTE
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Troubleshooting Tips! Save time and money!

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P/No.: 3828A23001R Printed in Korea
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