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LG Multi Type Air ConditionerOWNER'S 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 submittedfor approval by the utility servicewhich provides electricity (EN 61000-2, EN 61000-3 Norm).

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Room Air Conditioner Owners Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTSFOR YOUR RECORDSWrite the model and serial numbers here:Model #Serial #You can find them on a label on the side of each unit.Dealer's NameDate Purchased Staple your receipt to this page in the event you need it

to prove date of purchase or for warranty issues.

READ THIS MANUALInside you will find many helpful hints on how to use andmaintain your air conditioner properly. Just a littlepreventive care on your part can save you a great dealof time and money over the life of your air conditioner.You'll find many answers to common problems in thechart of troubleshooting tips. If you review our chart ofTroubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call forservice 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 onlyusing only genuine replacement parts.

Installation work must be performed in accordancewith the National Electric Code by qualified andauthorized personnel only.

Safety Precautions .................3Prior to Operation ..................8Operating Instructions...........9

Remote Controller ..............9Remote Control Operation...........................11

Additional features...............19Maintenance and Service ....23

Operation Tips ..................26Troubleshooting ..............27

Safety Precautions

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Safety PrecautionsTo prevent injury to the user or other people and property damage, the following instructions must befollowed. Incorrect operation due to ignoring instruction will cause harm or damage. The seriousness is classified

by the following indications.

WARNINGCAUTION

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 orunderrated circuit breaker.Use this appliance on adedicated circuit.

There is risk of fire or electricshock.

For electrical work, contactthe dealer, seller, a qualifiedelectrician, or an AuthorizedService Center.

Do not disassemble or repairthe product. There is risk of fireor electric shock.

Always ground the product.


Install the panel and thecover of control boxsecurely.


Always install a dedicatedcircuit and breaker.

Improper wiring or installationmay cause fire or electric shock

Use the correctly ratedbreaker or fuse.


Safety Precautions


Do not modify or extend thepower cable.


Do not install, remove, orre-install the unit byyourself (customer).

There is risk of fire, electricshock, explosion, or injury.

Be cautious whenunpacking and installingthe product.

Sharp edges could cause injury.Be especially careful of thecase edges and the fins on thecondenser and evaporator.

For installation, always contact the dealer or an AuthorizedService Center.

There is risk of fire, electric shock, explosion, orinjury.

Do not install the product on a defectiveinstallation stand.

It may cause injury, accident, or damage to theproduct.

Be sure the installation area does notdeteriorate with age.

If the base collapses, the air conditioner could fallwith it, causing property damage, product failure,and personal injury.

Do not let the air conditioner run for a longtime when the humidity is very high and adoor or a window is left open.

Moisture may condense and wet or damagefurniture.

OperationDo not touch(operate) theproduct with wet hands.

There is risk of fire or electricalshock.

Do not place a heater orother appliances near thepower cable.

There is risk of fire and electricshock.

Do not let electric parts ofthe product get wet.

It may cause There is risk offire, failure of the product, orelectric shock.

Safety Precautions

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Be cautious that water could not enter theproduct.

There is risk of fire, electric shock, or productdamage.

Turn the main power off when cleaning ormaintaining the product.

There is risk of electric shock.

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Do not store or use flammablegas or combustibles near theproduct.

There is risk of fire or failure ofproduct.

If strange sounds, or small orsmoke comes from product. Turnthe breaker off or disconnect thepower supply cable.

There is risk of electric shock orfire.

When the product is soaked(flooded or submerged),contact an AuthorizedService Center.


When the product is not be used for a longtime, disconnect the power supply plug orturn off the breaker.

There is risk of product damage or failure, orunintended operation.

Take care to ensure that nobody could stepon or fall onto the outdoor unit.

This could result in personal injury and productdamage.

Safety Precautions


InstallationCAUTION

Operation

Always check for gas(refrigerant) leakage afterinstallation or repair of product.

Low refrigerant levels maycause failure of product.

Install the drain hose to ensurethat water is drained awayproperly.

A bad connection may causewater leakage.

Keep level even wheninstalling the product.

To avoid vibration.

Do not install the productwhere the noise or hot air fromthe outdoor unit could beoffensive to the neighborhoodsor damage property.

It may cause a problem for yourneighbors.

Use two or more people tolift and transport theproduct.

Avoid personal injury.

Do not install the productwhere it will be exposed tosea wind (salt spray)directly.

It may cause corrosion on theproduct. Corrosion, particularly onthe condenser and evaporatorfins, could cause productmalfunction or inefficientoperation.

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Do not expose the skin directly to cool airfor 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 aprecision refrigeration system.

There is risk of damage or loss of property.

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Do not block the inlet oroutlet of air flow.

It may cause product failure.

Use a soft cloth to clean. Donot use harsh detergents,solvents, etc.

There is risk of fire, electricshock, or damage to the plasticparts of the product.

Do not touch the metal parts ofthe product when removing theair filter. They are very sharp!

There is risk of personal injury.

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Do not step on or putanyting on the product.(outdoor units)

There is risk of personal injuryand failure of product.

Always insert the filtersecurely. Clean the filterevery two weeks or moreoften if necessary.

A dirty filter reduces the efficiencyof the air conditioner and couldcause product malfunction ordamage.

Do not insert hands or otherobjects through the air inletor outlet while the productis operated.

There are sharp and movingparts that could cause personalinjury.

Do not drink the waterdrained from the product.

It is not sanitary and couldcause serious health issues.

Use a firm stool or ladderwhen cleaning ormaintaining the product.

Be careful and avoid personalinjury.

Replace the all batteries in theremote control with new onesof the same type. Do not mixold and new batteries ordifferent types of batteries.

Could adversley effectoperation.

Do not recharge or disassemble thebatteries. Do not dispose of batteries in afire.

They may burn or explode.

If the liquid from the batteries gets onto your skinor clothes, wash it well with clean water. Do notuse the remote if the batteries have leaked.

The chemicals in batteries could cause burns orother health hazards.

Prior to operation


Prior to operation

1. Contact an installation specialist for installation.2. Connect the power cable between indoor unit and outdoor unit properly.3. Use a dedicated circuit.4. If the cord/plug is damaged, replace it with only an authorized replacement part.

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. 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 handlingsharp 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. There is apossibility of injury if the units power is accidentally triggered on while cleaning inner parts of theunit.

For repair and maintenance, contact your authorized service dealer.

Preparing for operation

Usage

Cleaning and maintenance

Service

Symbols Used in this Manual

This symbol alerts you to the risk of electric shock.

This symbol alerts you to hazards that could cause harm to theair conditioner.

This symbol indicates special notes.NOTICE

Operating Instructions

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Remote Controller

Standard Type Artcool Type


Storage and Tips For Using the Remote Controller

1. Remove the battery cover by pulling it according to the arrowdirection.

2. Insert new batteries making sure that the (+) and (-) of battery areinstalled correctly.

3. Reattach the cover by sliding it back into position.

Use 2 AAA(1.5volt) batteries. Do not use rechargeablebatteries.

NOTICE

The remote control may be stored mounted on a wall.

To operate the room air conditioner, aim the remote control at the signal receptor. The remote control will operate the air conditioner at a distance of up to 7m(23ft).



Operation indication lamps

Receives the signals from the remote controller.(Signal receiving sound: two short beeps or one long beep.)

Operation Indication Lamps

: Lights up during the system operation.Sleep Mode : Lights up during Sleep Mode Auto operation.Timer : Lights up during Timer operation.Defrost Mode : Lights up during Defrost Mode or

Hot Start operation.(Heat pump model only)

PLASMA : Indicate PLASMA purifier operation.

Signal ReceptorReceives the signals from the remote controller.(Signal receiving sound: two short beeps or one long beep.)

Operation Indication Lamps

On/Off : Lights up during the system operation.Sleep Mode : Lights up during Sleep Mode Auto operation.Timer : Lights up during Timer operation.Defrost Mode

Outdoor unit operation

: Lights up during Defrost Mode or Hot Start operation (Heat pump model only) : Lights up during outdoor unit operation.(Cooling model only)

On/Off

Operation indication lamps

Desire temperature For cooling,dehumidification,heating modes it display Destired temperatureindicator Cooling : 18C~30C(64F~86F) AI : Auto Operation

Dehumidification : 18C~30C(64F~86F) Po : Jet Cool Heating : 16~30C(60F~86F) Lo : Test Mode

Desire temperature For cooling,dehumidification,heating modes it display Destired temperatureindicator Cooling : 18C~30C(64F~86F) AI : Auto Operation

Dehumidification : 18C~30C(64F~86F) Po : Jet Cool Heating : 16~30C(60F~86F) Lo : Test Mode

Plasma : The function illustrates its dynamic mode by using a multiple lighting system.

Outdoor unit operation

: Lights up during outdoor unit operation.(Cooling model only)


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ON OFF

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Auto Operation

Healthy Dehumidification Operation

Flip-up door(opened)

Heating Operation

Signal transmitter

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Remote Control OperationThe Remote Controller transmits the signals to the system.

START/STOP BUTTONOperation starts when this button is pressed andstops when the button is pressed again.OPERATION MODE SELECTION BUTTONUsed to select the operation mode.ROOM TEMPERATURE SETTING BUTTONSUsed to select the room temperature.INDOOR FAN SPEED SELECTORUsed to select fan speed in four stepslow, medium, high and CHAOS.JET COOLUsed to start or stop the speed cooling/heating. (Speed cooling/heating operates super high fanspeed.)CHAOS SWING BUTTONUsed to stop or start louver movement and setthe desired up/down airflow direction.ON/OFF TIMER BUTTONSUsed to set the time of starting and stopping operation.TIME SETTING BUTTONSUsed to adjust the time. TIMER SET/CANCEL BUTTONUsed to set the timer when the desired time is obtained andto cancel the Timer operation. SLEEP MODE AUTO BUTTONUsed to set Sleep Mode Auto operation. AIR CIRCULATION BUTTONUsed to circulate the room air without cooling or heating.ROOM TEMPERATURE CHECKING BUTTONUsed to check the room temperature.PLASMA(OPTIONAL)Used to start or stop the plasma-purification function.RESET BUTTONInitialize remote controller.2nd F ButtonUsed prior to using modes printed in blue at the bottom ofbuttons.AUTO CLEANUsed to set Auto Clean mode.

C TO F SWITCHING BUTTONUsed to switch temperature reading from Centigrade toFahrenheit.

HORIZONTAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION CONTROLBUTTON (NOT ON ALL MODELS)Used to set the desired horizontal airflow direction.

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Auto Heating(Heat pump model only)

To lower the temperature

To raise the temperature

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Open the door on the Remote Controller. To select CoolingOperation, press the Operation Mode Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shiftedin the direction of the arrow.

Set the temperature lower than the room temperature. The temperature can be set within a range of18C~30C(64F~86F) in 1C(2F) .

You can select the fan speed in four steps-low, medium, high, or CHAOS. Each time thebutton is pressed, the fan speed mode isshifted.

Cooling Operation

Natural wind by the CHAOS logic For more fresh feeling, press the Indoor Fan Speed Selector and set CHAOS mode. In this mode, the wind

blows like natural breeze by automatically changing fan speed according to the CHAOS logic.

Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with beep sound.1

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Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with beepsound.

Open the door on the Remote Controller. To select AutoOperation, press the Operation Mode Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode isshifted in the direction of the arrow.

The temperature and fan speed are automatically set by theelectronic controls based on the actual room temperature. Ifyou want to change the set temperature, press the RoomTemperature Setting buttons. The set temperature will bechanged considering room temperature.

DURING AUTO OPERATION: You cannot switch the indoor fan speed. It has already been set by the Fuzzy rule. If the system is not operating as desired, manually switch to another mode. The system will not

automatically switch from the cooling mode to the heating mode, or from heating to cooling, then you mustset the mode and the desired temperature again.

During Auto Operation, pressing the chaos swing button makes the horizontal louvers swing up and downautomatically. If you want to stop auto-swing, press the chaos swing button again.

Auto Operation

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Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with beepsound.

Open the door on the Remote Controller. To select HealthyDehumidification Operation, press the Operation ModeSelection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode is shiftedin the direction of the arrow.

Set the fan speed. You can select the fanspeed in four steps - low, medium, high, orCHAOS. Each time the button is pressed,the fan speed mode is shifted.

DURING HEALTHY DEHUMIDIFICATION OPERATION: If you select the dehumidification mode on the operation selection button, the A/C starts to run the

dehumidification function, automatically setting the room temp. and air volume to the best condition fordehumidification based on the sensed room temp.

In this case, the setting temp. is not displayed in the Remote Controller and you are not able to controlthe room temp. either. During the healthy dehumidification function, the air volume is automatically set according to the

algorithm responding to the current room temp. and makes the room condition healthy andcomfortable even in the high humidity season.

Healthy Dehumidification Operation

NATURAL WIND BY THE CHAOS LOGIC For more fresh feeling, press the Indoor Fan Speed Selector and set

CHAOS mode. In this mode, the wind blows like natural breeze byautomatically changing fan speed according to the CHAOS logic.

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Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond withbeep sound.

Open the door on the Remote Controller. To select HeatingOperation, press the Operation Mode Selection button. Each time the button is pressed, the operation mode isshifted in the direction of the arrow.

NATURAL WIND BY THE CHAOS LOGIC For more fresh feeling than other fan speed, press the Indoor Fan Speed Selector and set to CHAOS

mode. In this mode, the wind blows like natural breeze by automatically changing fan speed according tothe CHAOS logic.

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Set the temperature higher than the room temperature. The temperature can be set within a rangeof16C~30C(60F~86F) in 1C(2F).

Set the fan speed again. You canselect the fan speed in four stepslow,medium, high, or CHAOS. Each timethe button is pressed, the fan speedmode is shifted.

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Press the Jet Cool button to operate thespeed cooling/heating mode and the unitwill operate in super high fan speed oncooling/heating mode for 30/60 minutes.

To cancel the Jet Cool mode, press the Jet Cool button orthe fan button or the room temperature setting button againand the unit will operate in high fan speed in cooling/heatingmode

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Jet Cool function in heating mode is available on Artcool type only. During the JET COOL function at any moment, the A/C starts to blow the cool/heat air at

extremely high speed for 30/60 minutes setting the room temp. automatically to18C/30C(64F/86F). It is especially used to cool/heat the room temperature in the shortesttime.

In order to return to the normal cooling/heating mode from the Jet Cool mode, you just presseither the operation mode selection button, air volume selection or temp. setting button or theJET COOL button again.

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PLASMA Air Purifying Operation only

Press the Start/Stop button. The unit will respond with beep sound.

Open the door on the RemoteController. Press the PLASMA airpurifying operation ON/OFF button.Operation will start when the buttonis pressed and stop when the buttonis pressed again.

Set the fan speed. You can select the fan speed infour steps-low, medium, high or CHAOS. Each time the button is pressed, the fan speedmode is shifted.

Air purifying operation (PLASMA) is available in Heating or any other operations.

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If you press the PLASMA button, NEO PLASMAair purifying operates.Each time the button ( ) is pressed, the fanspeed mode is shifed.



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2nd F Operation


Open the door of the Remote Controller and press the 2nd Fbutton to operate functions printed in blue at bottom ofbuttons.(Check the indication of 2nd function on Remote Controllerdisplay.)These buttons operate the timer setting as follows:

2nd function goes off in a short time automatically or when thebutton is pressed again.

For more details, refer to functions next page.

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Sleep Mode

Setting the Time

Delay Start/Pre-Set Stop

Delay OFF Timer Delay ON Timer Delay OFF and ON Timer Delay ON and OFF Timer

1. Press the Sleep Mode Auto button to set the timeyou want the unit to turn off automatically.

2. The Timer is programmed in one-hour incrementsby pressing the Sleep Mode Auto button 1 to 7times.The sleep mode is available for 1 to 7 times. To alter the time period in steps of 1 hour, pressthe Sleep Mode Button while aiming at airconditioner.

3. Make sure the Sleep Mode Auto LED lights up.

To cancel the Sleep Mode, press the sleepMode Auto button several times until the star( ) disappears from the operation display.

The Sleep Mode will be operated atlow fan speed (cooling) or medium fan speed(heat pump only) for quiet sleeping.

IN COOLING MODE: The temperature willautomatically rise by 1C (2F) over the next 30minutes and by 2C (4F) in 1 hour forcomfortable sleeping.

NOTICE

1. Time can be set only when you have pressed theReset button. If you have just replaced the batteries,the Reset button should be pressed to reset thetime.Press the Start/Stop button.

2. Press the Time Setting buttons until the desired timeis set.

3. Press the Timer SET button.

Check the indicator for A.M. and P.M.NOTICE

1. Make sure the time is set correctly on the RemoteController display.

2. Press the ON/OFF Timer buttons to turn Timer on or off.

3. Press the Time Setting buttons until the desired time is set.

4. Press the selected on/off setting by pressing the Timer SET button while aiming the Remote Controller at the signal receptor.

To cancel the setting the timer.Press the Timer Cancel button while aimingRemote Controller at the signal receptor.(The timer lamp on the air conditioner and thedisplay will go out.)

Select one of the following four types of operation.NOTICEwith the unit running

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Additional features


Vertical Airflow Direction Control

The up/down airflow (Vertical Airflow) can be adjustedby using the remote control.

Press the Start/Stop button to start the unit.Open the door on the remote control. Press Chaos Swing button and the louvers will swing upand down. Press the Chaos Swing button again to setthe vertical louver at the desired airflow direction.

If you press the CHAOS swing button, the horizontal airflowdirection is changed automatically based on the CHAOSalgorithm to distribute the air in the room evenly and at thesame time to make the human body feel most comfortable,as if enjoying a natural breeze.

Always use the remote control to adjust the up/down airflowdirection. Manually moving the vertical airflow directionlouver by hand could damage the air conditioner.

When the unit is shut off, the up/down airflow direction louverwill close the air outlet vent of the system.

NOTICE

The up/down and right/left airflow can be adjusted byusing the Remote Controller.

Press the Start/Stop button to start the unit.

Press Chaos Swing button and the louvers will swing.

Press the button again and the louvers will stop. After 30minutes, the louvers return to the maximum airflowposition automatically.

Artcool Type

Standard, Artcool Mirror Type

Additional features

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Air Circulation ModeCirculates the room air without cooling or heating.1. Press the Start/Stop button. the unit will respond with a beep.2. Open the door on the remote control. Press the Air Circulation button. Close the door on the remote control. Now

each time that you press the Indoor Fan Speed Selector, the fan speed is shifted from low to CHAOS and backto low again.

CHAOS Air economizes power consumption and prevents overcooling. The fan speed is automaticallychanged from high to low or vice versa, depending on the ambient temperature.

NOTICE

The up/down airflow (Vertical airflow) can beadjusted by using the remote controller.1. Press the START/STOP BUTTON to start the

unit.

2. Press CHAOS SWING BUTTON.

3. The louvers will swing up & down automatically.

4. To stop the louver at a desired angle, press again

The left/right(Horizontal airflow) can be adjustedby using the remote control.1. Press the START/STOP BUTTON to start the

unit.

2. Press the HORIZONTAL AIRFLOW DIRECTION BUTTON.

3. The louvers will swing left & right automatically.

4. To stop the louvers at a desired angle, press again.

Fan speed is on low. Fan speed is on medium. Fan speed is on high.CHAOS Air

Horizontal Airflow Direction Control (Optional)The left/right(Horizontal Airflow) can be adjusted by using the remote control.1. Press the Start/Stop button to start the unit.2. Open the door on the remote control. Press the Airflow Direction Start/Stop button and the louvers will swing

left and right. Press the Horizontal Airflow Direction Control Button again to set the horizontal louver at thedesired airflow direction.

Additional features


Heat pump ModelCooling ModelRoom Temp. 24C(76F) 21C(70F) Room Temp. < 24C(76F) Room Temp. < 21C(70F)

Operating mode Cooling Cooling Healthy Dehumidification HeatingIndoor FAN Speed High High High High

Setting Temperature 22C(72F) 22C(72F) 23C(74F) 24C(76F)

HighSpeed

HighSpeed

Power buttonON/OFFbutton

The operation will be started operation if the power button is pressed without remote controller. If you want to stop operation, re-press the button.

In case the power comes on again after a power failure, the unit operates automatically to the previousoperating 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 about 3 minutes later.As the compressor starts, the fan speed also resumes its previous setting mode.

Helpful informationFan speed and cooling capacity.The cooling/heating capacity indicated in the specification is the value whenthe fan speed is set to high, and the capacity will be lower at low or mediumfan speed.High fan speed is recommended when you wish to cool/heat the roomquickly.

In case of absence for a long time while power failure, turn off main power to avoidundersired Auto restart.

Forced Operation

Auto restart

This feature is enabled by factory default setting, but you can disable it bypressing the ON/OFF button for 6 seconds. The unit will beep twice and theindicator lamp(2) will blink 4 times. To enable it, press the button again for 6 seconds. The unit will beep twiceand the indicator lamp(1) will blink 4 times.

NOTICE

ON/OFFbutton

Maintenance and Service

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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 usebleach or abrasives.

Supply power must be disconnected

before cleaning the indoor unit.

AIR FILTERSThe air filters behind the front grille should be checkedand cleaned once in every 2 weeks or more often ifneccessary.

NEO PLASMA FILTER, TRIPLEDEODORIZING FILTER(OPTIONAL)The NEO PLASMA filter behind the air filters should bechecked and cleaned once in every 3 months or moreoften if necessary.

Never use any of the followings: Water hotter than 40C(104F)

Could cause deformation and/ordiscoloration.

Volatile substancesCould damage the surfaces of the airconditioner.

1. Lift the front access panel and pull the filter tabslightly forward to remove the filter.

2. Clean the filter with a vacuum cleaner or warm,soapy water. If dirt is conspicuous, wash with a solution of

detergent in lukewarm water. If hot water (40C (104F)or more) is used, it

may be deformed.3. After washing with water, dry well in the shade.4. Re-install the air filter.

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Vertical louver Horizontal louver

Air filters(behind front panel)Air outlet ventAir inlet vent

Plasma filter

Deodorizerfilter


Standard Type Indoor Unit

Dont touch this PLASMA Filter within 10seconds after opening the inlet grille, it maycause an electric shock.

1. After removing the air filters, pull slightly forwardto remove the NEO PLASMA filter.

2. Remove dust with vacuum cleaner or air. (You should not try to wash with water).

3. Note the cuts of electric discharge lines.

4. Re-install the NEO PLASMA filter to the originalposition.

1. After removing the air filters, pull slightly forwardto remove the TRIPLE DEODORIZING filter.

2. Dry in the sunlight for two hours.

3. Re-install the TRIPLE DEODORIZING filter tothe original position.

Grille, Case, and Remote Control Turn the system off before cleaning. To clean, wipe

with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use bleach orabrasives.

Supply power must be disconnected before cleaning

the indoor unit.

Never use any of the followings: Water hotter than 40C(104F).

Could cause deformation and/or discoloration. Volatile substances

Could damage the surfaces of the airconditioner.

1. Pull down the grille bottom, After lifting up thefilter tab a bit and take the filter out slowly(Notice : Clean the filter after being stopped theproduct)

2. Clean the filter with a vacuum or warm, soapywater. If dirt is conspicuous, wash with a solution of

detergent in lukewarm water. If hot water (40C(104F) or more) is used, it

may be deformed.3. After washing with water, dry well in the shade.

4. Re-install the air filter.

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Replacement of purifying filter (Optional)Recommended use period : About 2 years

Open the front panel as shown.Then pull the filter tab slightly forward to remove the air filter.After removing the air filter remove the plasma and deodorizer filter by slightly pulling forward.

Plasma filter

Deodorizerfilter

Filter

Filter

Artcool Type Indoor Unit

AIR FILTERThe air filters behind thefront grill should bechecked and cleanedonce every 2 weeks ormore often if neccessary.


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Cleaning of Purifying Filter Recommended use period : About 3 months

1. Lift the front panel, hold it up and pull the Airfilter.

2. Remove the Plasma Filter.

3. Put in Plasma Filters in the neutral detergentfor 1~2 hours and then raise them.

4. Insert the Plasma Filter after perfectly drying inshade.Now insert Air Filter and close the Front panelCompletely by matching the hook.

Air Filter

Air Filter

Front Panel Hook

Hook-Hanger

Air Filter

Plasma PurifierFilter

Front Panel

When the air conditioner is not going to be used for a long time.

Operation Tips

1. Operate the air conditioner on Air circulationmode (Refer to page 21) for 2 to 3 hours. This will dry out the internal mechanisms.

2. Turn off the circuit breaker, and disconnectthe power cable.

When air conditioner is not going to be used for a long time. When the air conditioner is to be used again.

3. Remove the batteries from the RemoteController.

CAUTION: Turn off thecircuit breaker when theair conditioner is notgoing to be used for along time.

Dirt may collect and may cause a fire.

1. Clean the air filter and install it in the indoorunit.(Refer to page 23~25for cleaning filters.)

2. Check that the air inlet and outlet of theindoor/outdoor unit are not blocked.

Do not overcool the room.

This is not good for the healthand wastes electricity.

Make sure that the doors and windows are shut tight.

Avoid opening doors andwindows if possible to keep thecool air in the room.

Keep blinds or curtainsclosed.

Do not let direct sunshine enterthe room when the airconditioner is in operation.

Clean the air filter regularly.

Blockages in the air filter reducethe airflow and lower coolingand dehumidifying effects.Clean at least once every twoweeks.

Keep the room temperatureuniform.

Adjust the vertical andhorizontal airflow direction toensure a uniform temperature inthe room.

Ventilate the roomoccasionally.

Since windows are kept closed,it is a good idea to open themand ventilate the room now andthen.




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Troubleshooting Check the following points before requesting repairs or service.... If the fault persists, please contact your dealer or service center.

Case Explanation See pageThe air conditioner does notoperate.

The room has a peculiarodor.

It seems that condensationis leaking from the airconditioner.

Air conditioner does notoperate for about 3 minutesafter turning on.

Does not cool or heateffectively.

The air conditioneroperation is noisy.

Remote Controller display isfaint, or no display at all.

Crack sound is heard.

Check room temperature setting? Check if circuit breaker is on?

Check that this is not a damp smell exuded bythe walls, carpet, furniture, or cloth items in theroom.

Check the drain hose is connected tight or ifindoor unit is installed even.

This is the protector of the mechanism. Wait about 3 minutes and operation will begin. About 3 minutes delay is applied to protect

compressor from frequenty on/off.

Is the air filter dirty? See air filter cleaninginstructions.

Has the temperature been set correctly?

Are the indoor unit's air inlet or outlet ventsobstructed?

For a noise that sounds like water flowing.-This is the sound of refrigerant flowing insidethe air conditioner unit.

For a noise that sounds like the compressedair releasing into atmosphere.-This is the sound of the dehumidifying waterbeing processed inside the air conditioningunit.

Are the batteries depleted? Are the batteries inserted in the opposite (+)

and (-) directions?

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

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P/No.: 3828A22236A Printed in KoreaAfter reading this manual, keep it in a place easily accessible to the user for future reference.

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