LG WK Series User manual

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ROOM AIR CONDITIONER
OWNER'S MANUAL
MANUEL D'UTILISATION
CLIMATISEUR DE FENÊTRE
Please read the operating instructions and safety precautions carefully
and thoroughly before installing and operating your room air conditioner.
Veuillez lire attentivement et en entier ce guide d’utilisation et les
mesures de sécurité ci-incluses avant de procéder à l’installation et au
fonctionnement de votre climatiseur.
MODELS, MODÈLES:
WK Series:
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LW8000CS
LW1000CS
LW1200CS
WL Series:

2Room Air Conditioner
Window-Type Air Conditioner 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
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, 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
Operating Instructions.............. 8
Care and Maintenance.............. 10
Hardware Installation............... 12
Common Issues....................... 26
Electrical safety ..................... 24

To prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions
must be followed.
■Incorrect operation due to ignoring instructions will cause harm or damage. The seriousness
is classified by the following indications.
■Because of the weight of the product, it is recommended that you have a helper to assist in
the installation.
■Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below.
WARNING
CAUTION
This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property only.
WARNING
■Installation
Always install the expansion panel(s).
• Improper assembly or installation may cause
incorrect operation including injury, fire,
poor performance, and electric shock hazards.
Do not place the power cord near a heater.
•It may cause fire and electric shock.
Do not use the power cord near flammable
or combustible materials such as gasoline,
benzene,paint thinner, etc.
•
It may cause explosion or fire.
Do not disassemble or modify products.
•It may cause electric shock and failure.
Be sure not to do.
Be sure to follow the instruction.
Safety Precautions
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Safety Precautions
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Safety Precautions
•Operation
Plug in the power plug
properly.
• Otherwise, it will cause
electric shock or fire.
Do not operate or stop the
unit by inserting or pulling
out the power plug.
• It will cause electric shock or
fire.
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.
Use the air conditioner on a
single outlet circuit. (See page 7.)
Do not share the outlet with
other appliances.
• It will cause electric shock or
fire.
Always plug into a
grounded outlet.
• No grounding may cause
electric shock.
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Unplug the unit if strange
sounds, odors, or smoke
come from it.
• Otherwise it will cause fire
and electrical shock .
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 may cause electric shock.

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Safety Precautions
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.
Ventilate before operating
air conditioner when gas
goes out.
• 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.
Hold the plug by the head
when taking it out.
• It may cause electric shock
and damage.
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
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Safety Precautions
• There is danger of fire or
electric shock.
Do not place heavy object
on the power cord and take
care so that the cord should
not be pressed.
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.
Do not use this appliance
for special purposes such
as pets, foods, precision
machinery, or objects of art.
Turn off the power and
breaker firstly when
cleansing the unit.
Do not put a pet or house
plant where it will be
exposed to direct air flow.
• Since the fan rotates at high
speed during operation, it
may cause injury.
• This could injure the pet or
plant.
• It is an air conditioner, not a
precision refrigeration system.
• Operation without filters will
cause failure.
• The appearance of the air
conditioner may deteriorate,
change color, or develop
surface flaws.
Always insert the filter
securely.
Clean it every two weeks.
Use a soft cloth to clean. Do
not use wax, thinner, or a
strong detergent.
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.
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Safety Precautions
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Preparing for operation
Contact an installation specialist for installation.
Plug in the power plug properly.
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.
If cord/plug is damaged, replace only with an authorized part.
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Usage
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.
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Service
For repair and maintenance, contact your authorized service dealer.
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 using 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.
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Prior to Operation
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Location and Function of Controls
Power
Temp
Fan Speed
Timer Mode
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TIMER POWERMODE
TEMP
FAN
SPEED
F1 LOW
F2 MED
F3 HIGH
Dry Timer
Fan
Energy
Saver
Cool
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Inserting the Remote Control Batteries
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.
: 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
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CAUTION
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If the liquid from the batteries gets onto your skin or clothes, wash it well with clean water.
Do not use the remo te if the batteri es have leaked.
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The chemicals in batteries could cause burns or other healt h hazards.
POWER
Operation starts when this button is pressed and
stops when you press the button again.
TEMPERATURE CONTROL
The thermostat monitors room temperature to
maintain the desired temperature.
The thermostat can be set between 16°C~30°C.
The unit takes an average of 30 minutes to adjust
the room temperature by 1°C.
OPERATION MODE SELECTOR
Select cooling mode to cool the room.
Select energy saver mode for energy saving
operation.
Select fan mode for basic ventilating fan
operation.
Select dry mode for dry operation.
FAN SPEED SELECTOR
For increased power while cooling, select a
higher fan speed.
3 steps: High ➔Low ➔Med
ON/OFF TIMER
The timer can be set to start and stop the unit in
hourly increments (up to 12 hours).
REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR
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Remote Control OperationsRemote Control Operations
AUTO RESTART
In failure of electric power, the unit runs as previous setting operation.
The remote control and control panel will look like those represented in the following pictures.
8Room Air Conditioner
Operating Instructions

VENTCLOSE OPEN Part
A
Vent Control
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
•Recommended orientation of louvers
Adjust louvers to face upwards when cooling to maximize cooling efficiency.
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.
Before using the ventilation feature, position the
vent lever by pulling Part A out straight and
snapping it into place.
NOTICE
Adjusting horizontal air flow Adjusting vertical air flow
•Adjusting Horizontal Air Flow Direction
Adjusting the vertical louvers left and right will
change horizontal airflow.
•Adjusting Vertical Air Flow Direction
Adjusting the horizontal vane up and down will
change vertical airflow. The vane can be adjusted
by nudging the vane backward or forward.
Adjusting the Air Flow Direction
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Operating Instructions

Drain pipe
Drain cap
Turn the power off and unplug the power plug before cleaning the air conditioner.
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 for easy
maintenance after installation.
Open the inlet grille by pulling off the exposed door
on the top of the unit (based on installation).
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 replaceing it.
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Drainage
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.
When pressing the drainpipe into place, apply force in the direction
away from the fins to avoid injuring yourself.
Care and Maintenance
10 Room Air Conditioner
Care and Maintenance