LG ABNW18GBHC0 Air Conditioner Owner’s Manual

LG ABNW18GBHC0 Air Conditioner

Please read this manual carefully before operating your set and retain it for future reference.

TIPS FOR SAVING ENERGY

Here are some tips that will help you minimize power consumption when you use the air conditioner. You can use your air conditioner more efficiently by referring to the instructions below:

• Do not cool excessively indoors. This may be harmful to your health and may consume more electricity.
• Block sunlight with blinds or curtains while you are operating the air conditioner.
• Keep doors or windows closed tightly while you are operating the air conditioner.
• Adjust the direction of the airflow vertically or horizontally to circulate indoor air.
• Speed up the fan to cool or warm indoor air quickly, in a short period.
• Open windows regularly for ventilation as the indoor air quality may deteriorate if the air conditioner is used for many hours.
• Clean the air filter once every 2 weeks. Dust and impurities collected in the air filter may block the airflow or weaken the cooling/dehumidifying functions.

This air conditioner is not designed to be used by children without supervision.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced with a good cable by the manufacturer or its authorized service agent.
• Installation tasks must be carried out by the National Electrical Code and only can be carried out by qualified and authorized personnel.

WARNING: Before connecting electrical terminals, all power circuits, they must not have electrical power.
WARNING: Disconnecting means must be installed to the fixed installation by the installation rules.
WARNING: This appliance is not intended to be accessible to the general public.
WARNING: The appliance must be installed by local regulations.

For your records
Staple your receipt to this page in case you need it to prove the date of purchase or for warranty
purposes. Write the model number and the serial number here:
Model number :
Serial number :
You can find them on a label on the side of each unit.
Dealer’s name :
Date of purchase :

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.
Always comply with the following precautions to avoid dangerous situations and ensure peak performance of your product.

WARNING
It can result in serious injury or death when the directions are ignored.

CAUTION
It can result in minor injury or product damage when the directions are ignored.

WARNING

• Installation or repairs made by unqualified persons can result in hazards to you and others.
• The product shall be installed according to the Wiring regulations of the corresponding country.
• The information contained in the manual is intended for use by a qualified service technician familiar with safety procedures and equipped with the proper tools and test instruments.
• Failure to carefully read and follow all instructions in this manual can result in equipment malfunction, property damage, personal injury and/or death.

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.
• 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 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.

Operation

• 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.
• 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 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 smell or smoke comes from the 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 a 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.
• 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.
• When the product is not be used for a long time, disconnect the power supply plug or turn off he breaker. There is risk of product damage or failure, or unintended operation.
• Take care to ensure that nobody steps on or fall onto the outdoor unit. This could result in personal injury and product damage.

CAUTION

• 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 neighbourhoods. It may cause a problem for your neighbours.
• 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.
• Do not expose the skin directly to cool air for long periods. (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.
• 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.
• Do not step on or put anything 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.
• If you eat the liquid from the batteries, brush your teeth and see doctor. Do not use the remote if the batteries have leaked. The chemicals in batteries could cause burns or other health hazards.
• The user must carry out checks and cleaning of routine to avoid defective performance.
• In a special situation, only service personnel can carry out repair work.
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory
• mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision
• instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

BEFORE USE

Preparing for operation

• Contact an installation specialist for installation.
• Use a dedicated circuit.

Usage

• Being exposed to direct airflow for an extended period could be hazardous to your health. Do not expose occupants, pets, or plants to direct airflow for extended periods.
• Due to the possibility of oxygen deficiency, ventilate the room when used 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). Such usage could damage the items.

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.

Service
For repair and maintenance, contact your authorized service dealer.

PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

Name and function of parts

1. indoor unit
2. Outdoor unit
3. Remote controller
4. Inlet air
5. Discharge air
6. Refrigerant piping, connection electric wire
7. Drain pipe
8. Ground wire
9. wire to the ground outdoor unit to prevent electrical shocks

Wired Remote Controller

1. Operation Display Panel
2. Temperature Control Button
3. Fan Speed Button
4. On/Off Button
5. Operation Mode Select Button

Some functions may not be operated and displayed depending on the product type.

NOTE

• Display temperature can be different from actual room temperature if the remote controller is installed at the place where sunrays are falling directly or the place nearby the heat source.
• The actual product can be different from the above contents depending upon the model type.
• When using a simultaneous operation system, whenever press remote controller button, the system will approximately operate after 1~2 minutes.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Standard Operation – Standard Cooling

It cools the room by the comfortable and clean wind.

Standard Operation – Heating Mode

It supplies warm wind to the indoors.

• The heating drive only operates at the cooling and heating model.
• The heating doesn’t operate at the cooling exclusive model.

Standard Operation – Dehumidification Mode

It removes humidity while air-cooling weakly.

• In rainy season or high humidity climate, it is possible to operate simultaneously dehumidifier and cooling mode to remove humidity effectively.
• The menu item of wind power might not be partially selected according to the product.

Standard Operation – Auto Operation Mode

Standard Operation – Fan Mode

It blows the air as it is in the indoor, not the cold wind.

• Ventilation drive does not release cool wind but general fan
• Because it releases the wind that has no temperature difference from the room, it functions to circulate the inside air.
• The menu item of wind power might not be partially selected according to the product.

Function Setting – Fan Speed Selection

It blows the air as it is in the indoor, not the cold wind.

Standard Operation – Temperature Setting/Room Temperature Check

Check

• For air-cooling drive, from 18 °C to 30 °C, and for heating drive, from 16 °C to 30 °C.
• you can select the desired temperature.- 5 °C is proper for the difference between room and outside temperature.

Function setting – Child Lock
It is the function to prevent children or others from careless use.

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE

CAUTION
Before performing any maintenance, turn off the main power to the system.

Grille, Case and Remote Control
Turn the system off before cleaning. To clean, wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use bleach or abrasives

NOTE
The power supply must be disconnected before cleaning the indoor unit.

Air Filters
The air filters behind the air inlet vent should be checked and cleaned once every 2 weeks more often if neccessary.

• Never use any of the following: Water hotter than 40 °C. Could cause deformation and or discolouration.
• Volatile substances. Could damage the surfaces of the air conditioner

CAUTION
When the air filter is to be removed, do not touch the metal parts of the indoor unit. It may cause an injury.

• Clean dirt from the air filter using a vacuum cleaner or washing with water.
• If dirt is conspicuous, wash with a neutral detergent in lukewarm water.
• If hot water (40 °C or more) is used, it may be deformed.
• After washing with water, dry well in the shade.
• Do not expose the air filter to direct sunlight or heat from a fire when drying it.
• Install the air filter.

When the air conditioner is not going to be used for a long time. When it is not going to be used for a long time. Operate the air conditioner at the following settings for 2 to 3 hours. Type of operation: Fan operation mode. This will dry out the internal mechanisms. Turn off the breaker.

CAUTION
Turn off the breaker when the air conditioner is not going to be used for a long time. Dirt may collect and may cause a fire.

Helpful information
The air filters and your electric bill. If the air filters become clogged with dust, the cooling capacity will drop, and 6 % of the electricity used to operate the air conditioner will be wasted. When the air conditioner is to be used again.

• Clean the air filter and install it in the indoor unit.
• 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.

Operation Tips!
Troubleshooting Tips! Save time and money! Check the following points before requesting repairs or service…. If the malfunction persists, please contact your dealer.

Do not overcool the room.

This is not good for the health and wastes electricity.

| Keep blinds or curtains closed.

Do not let direct sunshine enter the room when the air conditioner is in operation.

| Keep the room temperature uniform.

Adjust the vertical and horizontal airflow direction to ensure a uniform temperature in the room.

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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.

| Clean the air filter regularly.

Blockages in the air filter reduce the airflow and lower cooling and dehumidifying effects. Clean at least once every two weeks.

| Ventilate the room occasionally.

Since windows are kept closed, it is a good idea to open them and ventilate the room now and then.

Troubleshooting

Check the following points before requesting repairs or service…. If the malfunction persist, please contact your dealer.

The air conditioner does not operate.

–  Have you made a mistake in timer operation?

–  Has the fuse blown or has the circuit breaker been tripped?

| The room has a peculiar odor.

– Check that this is not a damp smell exuded by the walls, carpet, furniture or cloth items in the room.

| It seems that condensation is leaking from the air conditioner.

– Condensation occurs when the airflow from the air conditioner cools the warm room air.

| Air conditioner does not operate for about 3 minutes when restart.

–  This is the protector of the mechanism.

–  Wait about three minutes and operation will begin.

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Does not cool or heat effectively.

–  Is the air filter dirty? See air filter cleaning instructions.

–  The room may have been very hot when the room air conditioner was first turned on. Allow time for it to cool down.

–  Has the temperature been set incorrectly?

–  Are the indoor unit’s air inlet or outlet vents obstructed?

| The air conditioner operation is noisy.

–  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.

| Crack sound is heard.

– This sound is generated by the expansion/ constriction of the front panel, etc. due to changes of temperature.

| Remote control display is faint, or no display at all.

–  Are the batteries depleted?

–  Are the batteries inserted in the opposite (+) and (-) directions?

! NOTE

WATER-RESISTANT
The outdoor side of this appliance is WATER RESISTANT. The indoor side is not water resistant and should not be exposed to excess water

Specifications

NOM applies to the following products.

LG Electronics México, S.A. de C.V
Sor Juana lnés de la Cruz No. 555
Col. San Lorenzo Industrial
Tlalnepantla de Baz, Estado de México
C.P. 54033
Tel. 5 5 5321 1919
Página web http://www.lg.com.mx

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