ENGLISH ESPAÑOL OWNER’S MANUAL AIR CONDITIONER Read this owner’s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times. TYPE: PORTABLE AIR CONDITIONER LP0821GSSM LP1021BSSM LP1021BHSM www.lg.com Caution, risk of fire Rev.02 Copyright © 2020 LG Electronics Inc. All Rights Reserved.
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 23 MAINTENANCE 3 23 23 23 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 8 PRODUCT OVERVIEW 8 Key Parts and Components Emptying the Water Collection Tank Cleaning the Case Cleaning the Air Filter 24 TROUBLESHOOTING 24 Before Calling for Service 9 INSTALLATION 9 10 10 11 11 12 12 13 14 16 Electrical Information Before Installing the Air Conditioner Wireless Remote Control Contents of Installation Kit Selection of Installation Location Assembling the Fle
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and follow all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or injure you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word WARNING or CAUTION.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When the power cord is to be replaced, replacement work shall be performed by authorized personnel only using only genuine replacement parts. . Connect to a properly rated, protected, and sized power circuit to avoid electrical overload. Always plug into a grounded outlet. Do not under any circumstances, cut or remove the third (ground) prong from the power cord. When installing or moving the appliance, be careful not to pinch, crush, or damage the power cord.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS The power cord of this appliance is equipped with a three-prong (grounding) plug. Use this with a standard three-slot (grounding) wall power outlet to minimize the hazard of electric shock. Have the wall receptacle and circuit checked by a qualified electrician to make sure the receptacle is properly grounded. DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD (GROUND) PRONG FROM THE POWER PLUG.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION To reduce the risk of minor or moderate injury to persons, malfunction, or damage to the product or property when using this product, follow basic precautions, including the following: INSTALLATION Take care when installing the product that exhaust or condensation does not damage nearby property. Follow installation instructions exactly to avoid excessive vibration or water leakage. Do not install the unit in potentially explosive atmospheres.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - The maximum refrigerant charge amount. (Refer to nameplate marking refrigerant amount.) - The appliance shall be suitable stored to prevent mechanical damage from occurring.
PRODUCT OVERVIEW PRODUCT OVERVIEW ENGLISH Key Parts and Components temperature, and 10 WIRELESS REMOTE CONTROL The remote control allows you to adjust the temperature and operate most functions of the air conditioner from across the room. 11 7 9 7 using the bottom drain port. CONTINUOUS DRAIN PORT Connect a garden hose for continuous drainage when running the air conditioner in Dry mode.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION WARNING for 120 V RESET TEST This appliance should be installed in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Use of extension cords could cause serious injury or death. - Do not use an extension cord with this portable air conditioner. - Do not use surge protectors or multi-outlet adapters with this portable air conditioner. Never push the TEST button during operation. Doing so can damage the plug. - Do not remove, modify, or immerse this plug.
INSTALLATION INSTALLATION 9 OPERATING TEMPERATURE Before Installing the Air Conditioner Cooling : 70 °F (21 °C) ~ 95 °F (35 °C), 45%RH ~ 78%RH Heating : 68 °F (20 °C) ~ 80 °F (26.7 °C), 38%RH ~ 57%RH Wireless Remote Control Inserting Batteries If the display screen of the remote control begins to fade, replace the batteries. Insert AAA (1.5 V) batteries before using the remote control. Doing so 1 Remove the cover on the back of the remote control.
INSTALLATION 11 Contents of Installation Kit Round Type 1 Diffuser + 1 Flexible vent hose OR 1 Mounting Bracket Flexible vent hose set 1 Panel A (18″) Window vent panel 1 Panel B (9″) Extension panel 1 Panel C (17″) Extension panel 2 Long adhesive foam seals 1 Non-adhesive foam seal 2 Short adhesive foam seals 2 Security brackets 4 Type A screws (1/2“) 4 Type B screws (3/4“) 1 Drain hose (on some models) 1 Lock nut (on some models) 1 Panel D (17″) Extension panel 1 Type C screw (5/16“) S
INSTALLATION Assembling the Flexible Vent Hose Set 1 Pull evenly on the folds to extend one end of the flexible vent hose. 2 Insert the mounting bracket on to the end of the vent hose, aligning the mounting bracket threads with the notch on the flexible vent hose. 3 Turn the mounting bracket counterclockwise though 5 rotations or until the flexible vent hose is firmly attached. 4 Repeat the process to attach the diffuser to the other end of the flexible vent hose.
INSTALLATION 13 Window Vent Panel and Extensions The window installation kit allows you to install the air conditioner in most vertical-sliding windows 18″ to 50″ wide, or horizontal-sliding windows from 18″ to 50″ high. A 18″ √ √ √ √ B 9″ C 17″ D 17″ √ Panel B (9″) Fig. √ √ √ ENGLISH Panel Window opening 18″ 19″ - 26″ 27″ - 34″ 35″ - 50″ a b c d 1. Select the panels required based on the window opening, as shown above. 2.
INSTALLATION Installing Vent Panels Long adhesive foam seal ↓ Short adhesive foam seal ↓ Short adhesive foam seal ↓ ↑ Long adhesive foam seal Attach the long adhesive foam weather seals to the top and bottom sides of the window vent panel assembly. Attach the short foam weather seals to the right and left sides of the panel assembly. (Attaching the foam weather seals to the panel assembly rather than the window sash and frame makes for easier cleanup when removing the panel assembly.
INSTALLATION (1) Insert (2) Slide 5 Align the tabs on the diffuser with the slots in the vent panel. Insert the diffuser into the opening in the vent panel and slide the diffuser all the way over to lock the tabs in place. Position the diffuser with the round opening above the bottom of the vent panel to avoid interference from the window sill. 6 Insert the type C screw in the hole in the diffuser to prevent the diffuser from sliding out of the vent opening.
INSTALLATION Drain Hose Installation for Heating (On Some Models) CAUTION • If you use the Heat mode, you must install the drain hose. If only the Cool mode is used, the drain hose is not needed. • If the outside temperature is at or near freezing 32 °F (0 °C) follow the indoor drainage instructions. • When the weather is above freezing, the unit can be set up to drain to the outside.
INSTALLATION 17 Outdoor Drainage ENGLISH 1. To attach the drain hose, insert the connector into the pump drain port at the back of the unit until it snaps into place. 2. Unscrew the nut at the bottom of the locking nut. Insert the locking nut into the hole in the front of the window vent panel and reassemble the nut. Unscrew the top part of the locking nut until you can easily insert the drain hose through the opening. 3. Make sure to insert the drain hose at least 8 inches (20 cm). 4.
OPERATION OPERATION Control Panel and Remote Control 8 1 2 9 3 4 8 1 6 9 2 3 4 6 5 2 4 7 5 6 1 3 NOTE • Available functions may vary by model. • The number and location of LEDs on the control panel may vary by model.
OPERATION 1 Power ( ) 3 NOTE • To switch the temperature units on the display between Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C), press and hold the ∧ and ∨ buttons on the control panel at the same time for 5 seconds. Press this button repeatedly to toggle through and select the operating mode. Modes include Cool, Dry (dehumidify), Fan, and Heat. An LED illuminates to indicate the selected mode. The default mode is Cool. 4 Dry ( ) Use the Dry mode to remove humidity from the room without additional cooling.
6 OPERATION Auto Swing This function automatically moves the louvers to adjust the direction of the air flow. Press the Auto Swing button repeatedly to select the desired direction. NOTE • To switch the temperature units on the display between Fahrenheit (°F) and Celsius (°C), press and hold the Swing button on the remote control for 5 seconds. 7 Light Sets the display screen brightness: On → Dim → Off NOTE • Press and hold the Mode button on the control panel for 3 seconds to adjust the brightness.
SMART FUNCTIONS SMART FUNCTIONS 3 21 Connect your smartphone to the wireless router. ENGLISH LG ThinQ Application (On Some Models) This feature is only available on models with the or ThinQ logo The LG ThinQ application allows you to communicate with the appliance using a smartphone. LG ThinQ Application Features Communicate with the appliance from a smartphone using the convenient smart features. Settings Allows you to set various options on the appliance and in the application.
SMART FUNCTIONS Installing the LG ThinQ Application Search for the LG ThinQ application from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store on a smartphone. Follow instructions to download and install the application. Open Source Software Notice Information To obtain the source code under GPL, LGPL, MPL, and other open source licenses, that is contained in this product, please visit http://opensource.lge. com.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the product and wait until the fan stops. Emptying the Water Collection Tank When the internal water collection tank is full, the LED display will show FL and the air conditioner will turn off until the tank is emptied. • Unplug the air conditioner, disconnect the exhaust hose from the back, and move the air conditioner to a suitable drain location or outdoors.
TROUBLESHOOTING TROUBLESHOOTING Before Calling for Service The appliance is equipped with an automatic error-monitoring system to detect and diagnose problems at an early stage. If the appliance does not function properly or does not function at all, check the following before you call for service. Problem Possible Cause Solutions The air conditioner is unplugged. Make sure the air conditioner plug is pushed completely into the outlet. The fuse is blown/circuit breaker is tripped.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause 25 Solutions The cooling coils are iced over. Water collects in base pan. Moisture removed from air and drains into base pan. This is normal for a short period in areas with little humidity; normal for a longer period in very humid areas. Outside temperature extremely hot. Refer to installation instructions or check with installer. Air movement sound. This is normal. If too loud, adjust the fan speed to low. Remote control not located within range.
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WARRANTY 27 WARRANTY NOTE Replacement products and repair parts may be new or factory-remanufactured and are warranted for the remaining portion of the original unit’s warranty period or ninety (90) days, whichever is longer. Please retain dated receipt or delivery ticket as evidence of the Date of Purchase for proof of warranty (you may be required to submit a copy to LG or authorized representative).
WARRANTY Product where the original factory serial numbers have been removed, defaced or changed in any way. Repairs when product is used in other than normal and usual household use (e.g. rental, commercial The removal and reinstallation of the Product if it is installed in an inaccessible location. THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING AND WITHOUT LIMITATION TO, ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
WARRANTY 29 PROCEDURE FOR RESOLVING DISPUTES: ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN YOU AND LG ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING IN ANY WAY TO THIS LIMITED WARRANTY OR THE PRODUCT SHALL BE RESOLVED EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH BINDING ARBITRATION, AND NOT IN A COURT OF GENERAL JURISDICTION. BINDING ARBITRATION MEANS THAT YOU AND LG ARE EACH WAIVING THE RIGHT TO A JURY TRIAL AND TO BRING OR PARTICIPATE IN A CLASS ACTION. Definitions. For the purposes of this section, references to “LG” mean LG Electronics U.S.A., Inc.
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