LG LXA1210ACL User manual

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ROOMAiR
'S CONDITIONER L
Please read the operating instructions and safety precautions _refully
and thoroughly before installing and operating your room air mnditioner.
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Veuillez life attentivement et en entier ce guide d'utilisation et les
mesures de s6curit6 cHncluses avant de proc6der _ I'installation et au
fonctionnement de votre climatiseur.

FOR "YOURRECORDS
Staple your f:eceipt to this page in case you ne_ it later:
Write dow¢_the mode! and serial numbers here:
Model #
You can find them on a label on the side of each unit,
_aler's Name
DatePurchased
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 cha_ of
Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to caglfor
service at all.
• Contact an authorized Service technician for repair or
maintenance of this unit.
• The air conditioner is not intended for use by young
children or invalids without supervision.
• "Youngchildren should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the air conditioner.

fety Precautions
To prevent injury to the user or other p_ple and proper%,damage, the following instructions must be
followed.
m Incorrect operation due to ignoring of instruction will cause harm or damage,
The seriousness is classified by the following indications,
_f_ This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
II Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
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WARN|NG
•Otherwise, it will cause electric
shock or fire due to heat
generation.
• It will cause electric shock or fire
due to heat generation.
• it will cause electric shock or fire
due to heat generation.
•It will cause eleddc shock.
•it willcause electdc _ock or fire_
•Ifthe power _rd isdamaged, it
must be replaced _ the
manufacturer or an authorized
service center or a simi_a.Hyqualified
_rson in order to avoid a hazard.
•This could damage your health.

•Theyaresharpandmaycause
aninjury.
•Thiscouldinjurethepets
orplants.
•Itmaycauseafireor
deformationofthecabinet.
, Watermayentertheunitand
degra_theinsulation.It:may
causeanelectricshock,
, _ notusethisair conditioner to
• Since the fan rotates athiglh
s_ed during operation, it may
cause an injury'.
tPoreServeprecision devices,
od, pets, plan_, and art
objects.
Utmay cause deterioration of
quality, etc.
•_tmay cause an electric shock.

Bectrical Data
Electrical Data(For 115Vmodel)
Line Cord Plug Use Wall Receptacle Power Supply
Parallel
Standard 125V, 3-wire grounding
receptacle rated 15A, 125V AC
Use 15 AMP time
delay fuse or 15 AMP
circuit breaker.
USE OF EXTENSION CORDS
Because of potenti_ safety hazards, we strongly discourage the use of an extension cord. However, if you wish to
use an extension cord, use a CSA certified!UL-Hsted3-wire (grounding) extension cord, rat_ 15A, 125V.
Electrical Data(For230/208Vmodel)
Line Cord Plug Use Wall Receptacle Power Supply
Do not under an€
Jrcumstance,s cut
r remove the
rounding prong
rom the p_ug. )
supply cord with
3-prong grounding plug
_-q fDo not under any"
_// circumstan_s cut
_//,,._ or remove the
_.._ [ grounding prong
"-_J Efrom the pUug
Power supply cord with
3-prong grounding plug
Tandem
Standard 250V, 3-wire grounding
receptacle rated 15A, 250V AC
Standard 250V, 3-wire grounding
receptacle rated 20A, 250V AC
Use 15 AMP
time delay fuse or
circuit breaker.
Use 20 AMP
time delay fuse or
circuit breaker.
Refer to the nameplate
for correct fusing.
All wiring should be made in accordance with local electrical codes and regulations.
NOTE •Aluminum house wiring may pose sp_ial problems. Consult a qualified electrician.
[] ELECTRICAL SAFETY
IMPORTANT GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
Air conditioner has a three-prong grounding plug
on its power supply cord, which must be plugged
into properly grounded three-prong wall
receptacle for your protection against possible
shock h_ard.
FUSE -Use a time-delay fuse or circuit breaker.
Refer to the nameplate for proper power supply
requirements.
208, 230, and 208/230 VOLT UNITS
These units are equipped with a three-prong
grounding plug on the power supply cord, which
must be plugged into a matching properly
grounded three-prong wall receptacle for your
protection against possible shock h_ard. If such
an outlet is not present, one must be installledby a
qualified electrician in accordance with the National
Electrical Code and local codes and ordinances.
NOTE: DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD
ON 20& 230, AND 208/230 VOLT UNITS.

About the Controls onithe Air Conditioner
The controls will look like one of the following:
Controls-CoofingOnly"
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Fan Cdol
Low C_:_t
Fan
Off - Turns air conditioner off.
Med Fan - Med speed fan operation without cooling.
Low Fan o Low speed fan operation without cooling.
High Coo] -Cooling with high speed fan operation.
Med Cool oCooling with reed speed fan operation.
Low Cool - Cooling with low speed fan operation.
This automatically controJs the temperature of the indoor air.
Turn the knob so that arrow points to the larger marks for
greater cooling, Point the arrow to the smaller marks for more
moderate cooling,
(i.e. the higher number, the greater cooling)
.FOR NORMAL COOLING
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2
Turn the Operation Knob to the High Cool from
the Low Cool setting.
Set the Thermostat control to the desired
temperature mark 5 (the mid-point is a good
starting position). If the room temperature is not
satisfactory after a reasonable time, adjust the
control to a cooler or warmer setting, as
appropriate.
•GY SAVER (optional)
On : Both the fan and the compressor turn on and
turn off together wNle operation knob isset to
the Cool position
You can get the more e_nomical operation.
Off _The fan runs constantly while operation knob is
set to the Cool position,
. FOR MAXIMUM COOLING
1.Turn the Operation Knob to the High Cool setting.
2. Set the Thermostat _ntro] to the largest 9
temperature mark.
. FOR QUIETER OPERATION
1. Turn the Operation Knob to the Low Cool setting.
2. Set the Therm_tat control as needed.
OR
You can access the Energy Saver switch when you
open the inlet grille.

The controls will look like one of the following:
Controls-Cooling& Heating
0 ¸ off ( o
Fan ( @
Low Cool (
High Cool (
Low Heat (
High Heat (
) :Turns the air conditioner off.
) : The low fan speed operation without cooling
(heating).
) : Cooling with the low speed fan operation.
) : Cooling with the high speed fan operation.
) : Heating with the low speed fan operation.
) : Heating with the high speed fan operation.
Turn the thermostat control to the desired setting. The central 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. Ifthe rcem is
too cool, turn the thermostat control counterclockwise.
Warmer Cooler
.THE AIR' CONDITIONER
This automatically controls the temperature of the
ind_r air.
The compressor will turn on and off to keep the room
at the setting temperature.
in the heating operation, the el_tric heater will turn on
and df to k_p the room at the setting temperature.
• HEAT PUMP MODELS
When the outdoor temperature is lower than
-4_ (24 _), the electric heater will turn on instead of
the heat pump.
When the air conditioner has been performed its
_oling or heating operation and is turned off or
set to the fan position, wait at least 3 minutes
before resetting to the cooling operation again.
A slight heat odor may come from the unit
when first switching to HEAT after the
cooling season is over, This odor, caused
by fine dust particles on the heater, wili
disappear quickly. This is harmless

Additional controls and important information.
The ventilation lever is located in the right of the air discharge.
The ventilation lever must be in the CLOSE position in order to
maintain the best cooling conditions,
When fresh air is necessary in the room, set the ventiiation lever to
the OPEN position.
The damper is opened and room air is exhausted outside, i i
PULL OPEN /PUSH CLOSE
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Air Direction
The direction of air can be controlled wherever you want by
adjusting the horizontal louver and the vertical louver.
. HORIZONTAL AIR-DIRECTION CONTROL
The horizontal air direction is adjusted by movhlg vertical louver.
The lever of ve,rtical louver is located in the right: and left side of
the air discharge.
.VERTICAL AIR-DIRECTION CONTROL
The verLical air direction is adjusted by moving the horizontal
louver.

Care and Maintenance
TURN THEAIR CONDITIONEROFFAND REMOVE THEPLUGFROM THE POWEROUTLET
Air Filter Cleani j
The air filter should be checked at least twice a month to see if cleaning is necessary.
Trapped panicles in the filter will build up and biock the airflow This r_uces the cooling
capacity and also causes an accumulation of frost on the cooling coils,
If the filter becomes turn or damaged you should replace
immediately. Replacement filters are available from your
salesperson, dealer, and the authorized customer service
centers.
1 Open the inlet grille downward by pulling out the top of the
inlet grille.
2. Remove the air filter from the front grille assembly by
pulling the air filter up slightly.
3 Wash the filter using lukewarm water below 40_ (104_),
4 Gently shake the excess water from the filter completely.
Replace the filter.
How to Attach S'ont Grille to Cabinet
The front grille can be removed for cleaning or to check the model and serial numbers.
For your safety, you should attach the front grille as the following procedures.
1. Pull down front grille from the cabinet
top.
2. Push front griIWs tips toward the cabinet
in order to insert front grille's tabs into
the cabinet.
3 Open the inlet grille
4. Tighten the screw through the front grille
into the piate of control box.
5. Close inlet grille.

Features and Installation
Le,amingparts name prior to installation will help you understand the installation procedure.
The Unit
The Sleeve and the Rear Grille (optional)
1, CABINET
2, HORLZONTAL A_R DEFLECTOR
(Ve_icai Louve 0
3, VERTICAL AIR DEFLECTOR
(Horizontal Louver)
4, A_R DISCHARGE
5 FRONT GRLLLE
6, INLET GRILLE (Air Intake)
7_ AIR FILTER
8,. CONTROL BOARD
9, KNOBS
10, POWER CORD
11. EVAPORATOR
12, CONDENSER
13. COMPRESSOR
14 BASE PAN
15. BRACE
16. SLEEVE ASSEMBLY
(Including Expanded Aluminum Rear grille,
optional)
17 REAR GRmLLE
(Expanded A_uminum Rear grilie, optional)
18. REAR GRILLE
(AmuminumIouvered Rear grille, optional)