LG LD450EAL User manual

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DEHU IDIFIE
Please read this manual carefully before operating
your set and retain it for future reference.
MODELS:LD450EAL LD451EGL
P/NO:MFL63261217 www.lgappliances.com

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
• Stap(e 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 dehumidifier properly. Just a little
preventive care on your part can save you a great deal
of time and money over the life of your dehumidifier.
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 dehumidifier 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 dehumidifier.
• When the power cord is to be replaced, replacement
work shall be performed by authorized personnel
only using only genuine replacement parts.
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SafetyPrecautions
Read all instruction before using
• 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.
,_ WARNING This symbol indicates the possibility of death or serious injury. 1
•,_ CAUTION This symbol indicates the possibility of injury or damage to property only.
• Meanings of symbols used in this manual are as shown below,
@Be sure not to do. 11
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m Installation
• It may cause fire and electric
shock. • It may cause explosion or fire. • It may cause electric shock and failure.
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[] Operation
• Itwill cause electric shock or fire.
• Otherwise, it will cause electric
shock or fire. • It will cause electric shock or fire.
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SafetyPrecautions
• It will cause electric shock or fire. • Itwill cause electric shock or fire. • No grounding may cause electric
shock.
• Otherwise it may cause a fire or
an electric shock.
• It may cause explosion, fire, and
burn.
• Itmay cause fire and electric
shock.
• Water may enter the unit and
degrade the insulation. It may
cause an electric shock.
• It will cause machine failure or electric shock.
•It may cause electric shock.
• Since the fan rotates at high
speed during operation, it may
cause injury.
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• Installation
•Theyaresharp and maycause
injury. • It maycause failure ofapplianceor performancedeterioration.
Safety Precautions
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• Itwill waste powerconsumptionin
vainand itmaycause anaccident.
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• Itmay damage the dehumidifier
or cause other damage or injury.
• Itmay cause electric shock and
damage.
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• It should withstand around
90 Ibs (40kg) ofweight. • The dehumidifier must be operated in an enclosed area to
be most effective.
• Itis notdesigned to dehumidify
the entire house.
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Safety Precautions
• Operation
• The appearance of the
dehumidifier may deteriorate,
change color, or develop surface
flaws.
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•This could injure the pet or plant,
• Otherwise, it will cause property
damage. • Lowtemperatures could cause
coils to frost.
• Operation without filters will cause
failure,
• It is a general use appliance not
precision equipment. • Itis not sanitary and could cause illness or personal injury,
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PriortoOperation
1. Consult an installation specialist for installation.
2. Plug in the power plug properly.
3. Use a dedicated circuit.
4. Do not use an extension cord.
5. Do not start/stop operation by plugging/unplugging the power cord.
6. Ifthe cord/plug isdamaged, only replace it with an authorized replacement part.
1. Beingexposed to direct airflow for an extended period of time could be hazardous to your
health. Do not expose occupants, pets, or plantsto direct airflow for extended periods of time.
2.Ventilate the room when the dehumidifier is used with other heating devices. Otherwise the
oxygen supply may be inadequate.
3. Do not use this dehumidifier for non-specified special purposes (e.g. preserving precision
devices, food, pets, plants, andart objects). Such usage could damage the items.
1. Do not touch the metal parts ofthe unit when removing the filter. Injuries can occur when
handling sharp metal edges.
2. Do not use water to clean inside the dehumidifier. Exposure towater 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 accidently turned on while the interior of the unit is being cleaned.
For repair and maintenance, contact your authorized service dealer.
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Instruction
This symbol alerts you to the risk of electric shock.
This symbol alerts you to hazards that could cause harm to the
dehumidifier.
This symbol indicates special notes.
WARNING: This appliance should be installed in accordance with national
wiring regulations. This guide acts as a guide to help to explain product
features.
Control
Front Grille
Air Filter Cabinet
Water Bucket Power Cord
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ElectricalSafety
115V~ Power cord may include a current
interrupter device. A test and reset button is
provided on the plug case. The device
should be tested on a periodic basis by first
pressing the TEST button and then the
RESET button. If the TEST button does not
trip or if the RESET button will not stay
engaged, discontinue use of the air
conditioner and contact a qualified service
technician.
Use Wall Receptacle Power Supply
_) Use 15 AMP. timedelay fuse or 15 AMP.
circuit breaker.
Standard 125V, 3-wire grounding
receptacle rated 15A, 125V AC
Aluminum house wiring may pose special
problems. Consult a qualified electrician.
WARNING: This appliance must be properly grounded.
The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong grounding plug.
To minimize the risk of electric shock, use the plug with a standard three-slot
grounding wall power outlet. If the power outlet does not include a grounding slot,
have a qualified electrician replace the outlet before you use the dehumidifier.
Preferred method
Ensureproper ground
exists before use
WARNING: Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the
power plug.
WARNING: Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall
receptacle cover screw does not ground the appliance unless the
cover screw is metal and not insulated, and the wall receptacle is
grounded through the house wiring.
WARNING: If you have any doubt whether the dehumidifier is
properly grounded, have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by
a qualified electrician.
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ElectricalSafety
We strongly discourage the use of an adapter due to potential safety hazards.
For temporary connections, use only a UL-listed adapter, available from most local
hardware stores. To disconnect the power cord from the adapter, use one hand on
each to avoid damaging the ground terminal. Avoid frequently unplugging the power
cord as this can lead to eventual ground terminal damage.
Temporary method
Adapter Plug
-Metal Screw
Receptacle Cover
,_ WARNING: Never use the appliance with a broken adapter.
We strongly discourage the use of an extension cord due to potential safety
hazards.
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OperatingInstructions
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CONTROL PANEL HAS FOLLOWING
1. POWER key --- Pressing this key once turns the dehumidifier "ON" and pressing again turns the
dehumidifier "OFF",
2. HUMIDITY keys --- Are used to select the desired humidity setting.
• _ : Used to raise the desired humidity setting.
• @ : Used to lower the desired humidity setting.
• The desired humidity can be selected within a range of 35% to 70% RH in increments of 5%,
• ffyou press the @ key once again at 35%RH, "On" mode is selected. In "On" mode the unit operates
continuously, regardless of humidity conditions,
3. HUMIDITY SETTING display --- Displays the selected humidity setting.
4. SPEED key --- is used to set the fan speed as "High" or "Low",
• Pressing this key changes the fan speed from High ----_Low ----_High.
• The selected fan speed is indicated by indicator lights marked "High" and "Low".
5. TIMER key --- It is used to select the type of operation.
• Select either 2 or 4 hr. On/Off for cycled operation.
In this case the unit will run for 2 or 4 hours, and then shut off completely for 2 or 4 hours. The cycle will
repeat until you change the setting.
• When TIMER key is pressed, the TIMER indicator lights shift from 2hr.On/Off to 4hr.On/Off.
6. BUCKET FULL Indicator --- This light glows when the bucket is full and needs to be emptied. It also
glows, when the bucket is not properly positioned. When bucket full indicator light glows, the compressor
and fan will turn "OFF".
7. AUTO RESTART --- Once the power is restored after a power outage, the unit begins to operate at its
previous operation setting. The fan will run by default for 3 minutes. After 3 minutes both fan and
compressor will be ON or OFF depending on the humidity conditions.
TO OPERATE THE DEHUMIDIFIER:
1. Plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. Press the POWER key.
2. Set the Humidity control anywhere between 35% to 70% for normal operation.
• For less humidity, press the @ HUMIDITY CONTROL key.
• For higher humidity, press the @ HUMIDITY CONTROL key.
3. Press the TIMER key, to set the amount of time for which you want the unit to cycle On and Off. The time
can be set for 2 hours or 4 hours.
4. If you want to change the fan speed, press the FAN SPEED key. Each time the FAN SPEED key is
pressed the fan speed changes as High ---_Low ----_High.
5. Press the POWER key to stop the unit manually.
Water bucket must be properly installed.
• The dehumidifier will not run if the bucket is not properly installed.
• The dehumidifier shuts off when the desired humidity setting is reached.
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OperatingInstructions
The dehumidifier will turn off automatically when the bucket isfull,
or when the bucket is removed or not replaced in the proper
position.
The bucket must be replaced in the proper position for the
dehumidifier to work. The light will be on and the
dehumidifier will not run if the bucket is not in the proper
position,
1. Empty the bucket manually.
When the bucket is full, pull out by
grasping the handle and empty it
into a large sink or tub and then
replace it properly.
Donotremovewhile
operatingthedehumidifier.
It cancausewater to drop onthe
basepanor thefloor.
Emptythe bucketwhenthe indicator
lightturnson.
Itis advisableto carrythe
bucketbysupportingitfrom the
bottomaswellas bythe handle.
Carryingby onlythe handlemay
causethe handleor bucketcoverto
break.
Water level
controlswitch
2.Attach a length of garden hose to the threaded drain hose
connection to carry water to the drain. HOSE
CONNECTOR
1.Connect a garden hose to the
threaded drain hose connector. Fig1
(Fig1) DRAIN HOLE COVER
Fig2
2. Remove the drain-hole cover.
(Fig2)
3. Push hose connector tightly into HOSE
CONNECTOR
the drain-hole on Rear Grille.
Remove the bucketto ensure the
hose connector connecting with
the drain pipe on the drain pan.
(Fig3-1,3-2)
DRAIN
PAN Fig4-1
4. Press the hose down and make
sure the "Arrow" is pointing upward.
(Fig4-1,4-2)
Fig3-1
Fig4-2
5.The connection should be resemble
Fig5when complete. TAKE OUT
Thehoseattachmentwill
acceptastandardgardenhose
fitting. Fig5
Donot overtightenthe hosewhen iNSERTSTOPPER
connectingit to the hoseconnector, iNTOSLOT
usea rubberwasherandtightenby
handfirmly withoutstrippingthe
plasticthreads.
Whenbeingattachedtohoseconnectordrainhoseconnection,donotbendorkinkthehose.
Thehoseshouldfieflatfromthedehumidifiertothedrain.
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Installation
• Use the dehumidifier in a
basement to help prevent
moisture damage.
• Use the dehumidifier in laundry
drying, bathing, and dishwashing
areas which have excessive
moisture.
• Use the dehumidifier to prevent
moisture damage where books
are stored.
1, Allow at least 12 inches of space on all sides of the unit for good air circulation. J_
2, Install your dehumidifier on a floor, table, or shelf. When installing the dehumidifier
on a table or shelf, make sure the table or shelf is strong enough to support the weight
of the dehumidifier with a full bucket, Do not sit or stand on the dehumidifier.
Secure wheels with blocks to prevent unit from falling when installed on a table or shelf.
The height of a table or shelf might provide a better position from
which to handle the bucket and help prevent icing of the coils due to
colder air near the floor (such as in a basement.)
3, Lift the bucket and place it in the dehumidifier, making sure the slots on
the bottom side of the bucket are positioned correctly.
4, Rollers let you move the dehumidifier easily.
1, Pull out the bucket cover. 2, Brush off the residuein the bucket. 3, Close the cover.
Clean the bucket by _ Push the tabs on the top
wiping with acloth dampened of the bucket when installing
in amild detergent solution, the bucket.
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Maintenance
Your dehumidifier is designed to serve you year-
round. It needs practically no attention. However,
you should check your dehumidifier annually,
You may want an Authorized Service Center to
perform this annual checkup. (Cost of the inspection
is the owner's responsibility.)
Electrical Shock Hazard
•Disconnect power supply cord from receptacle
before performing any maintenance.
• Be careful when cleaning the coils.
Fins are sharp.
Failure to follow the above precautions could result
in electrical shock or personal injury.
Cleaning the front case, bucket
and cabinet
Clean the front case and the cabinet with a soft
cloth, warm water, and a mild detergent.
Clean the grillewith a vacuum attachment or brush.
Do not use bleach or abrasives.
Cleaning the air filter
1. Remove water bucket from the cabinet,
Pull out the airfilter as shown above.
2. Wash air filter with warm water and a mild
detergent. Rinseand dry it.
Replace it in place.
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The dehumidifier may be operating abnormally when:
Maintenance and Service
• Make sure the dehumidifier plug is pushed
completely into the outlet.
• Check the house fuse or circuit breaker box
and replace the fuse or reset the breaker.
Dehumidifier
does not start • The dehumidifier automatically turns off
when this occurs. Empty the bucket.
• Make sure the bucket is in the right place.
• Change the humidity set to lower limits.
Dehumidifier
does not dry the
air as it should
Dehumidifier runs
too much
Frost appears on
the coils
Fan noise
Water on floor
Dehumidifier
operates
continuously
Humidity Key not
operates or
Dehumidifier powers
on automatically after
power off
Display show"67,24"
• When first installed, allow at least 3 or 4
days to maintain the desired dryness.
• Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or
furniture blocking the front or back of the
dehumidifier.
• Press the '_ Humidity Control button to
lower the humidity.
• Check that all doors, windows and other
openings are securely closed.
• Install the dehumidifier away from the dryer.
The dryer should be vented to the outside.
• The unit will not operate satisfactorily if the
room temperature is below 65°F(18 °C).
• The low temperature model will continuously
)erature of 42°F
• Check with your dealer to see if the capacity
_i_s_a__d_e_q_uate.
• Close all doors and windows to the outside.
• This is normal. Frost will usually disappear
within 60 minutes.
• This is normal.
• Check the hose if one is attached.
• See Removing and Emptying The Water
Bucket.
• Change the humidity setting.
• Change the humidity setting.
• Keep room temperature above 32°F(0°C).
• Make sure the dehumidifier powers off,then
contact with LG Customer Information Center.
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PARA SUS REGISTROS
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Modelo #
Serie #
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Nombre del distribuidor
Fecha de compra
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)LEA ESTE MANUAL
En su interiorencontraramuchosconsejos Otilessobrela utilizaci6n
yet mantenimientoadecuadode su deshumidificador.Unasimple
atenci6n preventiva per su parte puede ahorrarlemucho tiempo y
dineroa Io largode lavidade su deshumidificador.
Encontrar_muchas respuestasa los problemasmascomunesen el
cuadrode consejosparala solucidnde problemas.Si en primerlugar
revisanuestro cuadrode consejospara la solucionde problemas,
es posiblequenotenganecesidadde Ilamarat servicioteceico.
PRECAUClON
•Pongase en contacto con un tecnico del servicio
autorizado para las reparaciones o el mantenimiento
de esta unidad.
•Pongase en contacto con un instalador para la
instalaci6n de esta unidad.
•El deshumidificador no esta disehado para que Io
utilicen sin supervisi6n nihos o personas con las
facultades mentales mermadas.
•Debe vigilarse a los nihos para asegurarse de que no
juegan con el deshumidificador.
•Cuando haya que sustituir el cable de alimentacion,
debe realizar el trabajo de sustituci6n personal
autorizado utilizando _nicamente piezas de recambio
originales.
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Precaucionesdeseguridad
LEA ESTAS !NSTRUCC!ONES ANTES DE USAR
• Paraevitar lesionesal usuario o a otras personas y da_os materiales, debeseguir las siguientes instrucciones.
• El uso incorrecto ocasionado al ignorar las instrucciones puede causar lesiones o daSos. La gravedad se
clasifica mediante lassiguientes indicaciones.
,_ ADVERTENCIAeste simbolo indica la posibilidad de muerte o lesiones graves. -']
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•,_ ATENCION estesmboo ndoa aposb dadde esonesodai_ossSomateraes
• Acontinuacidn se muestran los significados de los simbolos utilizados en este manual.
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•Podria producirse un incendio y
una desc.argaelectrica.
[] Funcionamiento
• DeIocontrario, puedeocasionar
• Podda producirse una explosiSn o
incendio.
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• Causara una descarga electrica
• Puede causar una descarga
electrica
unincendioo unadescarga
electrica. o incendio • Podria producirse una descarga
electrica o incendio.
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Precauciones de seguridad
• Causara una descarga electrica o
incendio, • Causara una descarga electrica o incendio. • Si no hay toma de tierra, podria
producirse una descarga
electric&
• De Iocontrario,puede ocasionarun
incendioo unadescargaelectric&
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• Podria producirse una descarga
electrica o incendio. • Puede causar una descarga electrica o incendio.
• Podria producirse una explosion,
incendio y quemaduras.
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• El agua podria introducirse en la
unidad y degradar el aislamiento,
Podria producirse una descarga
electric&
• Causara fallo de la maquina o descarga electrica.
• Como el ventilador gira a alta
velocidad durante el
funcionamiento, podrian
producirse lesiones.
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•Instalacion
• Son afiladas y pueden producir
lesiones. • Puede causar fallas de aplicaciOn o deterioro en su rendimiento.
Precauciones de seguridad
• PodrJaproducirse una descarga
electrica o darlos.
• Se gastar,:iel consumo electrico
en vano y puede causar
accidentes.
• PodrJadanarse el
deshumidificador o producir otros
danos o lesiones.
• No esta disenado para enfriar la
casa entera
• El peso a soportar es de
aproximadamente 90 libras
(40 kg).
• Parauna mayor eficacia, el
deshumidificador debe utilizarse
en una zona cerrada.
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Precauciones de seguridad
• Funcionamiento
• Podria deteriorarse el aspecto del
deshumidificador, cambiar el
color o producirse desperfectos
en su superficie.
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• Esto podria lesionar al animal o
danar la planta.
• De Io contrario, se causaran • Las bajas temperaturas podrian
danos a la propiedad, producir escarcha en los
serpentines.
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• Esun aparato de uso general, no
un equipo de precision.
• La utilizacion sin filtros podria
producir un realfuncionamiento.
• Noes salubre y podria causar
enfermedades o poner en riesgo
su salud.
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