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TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Possible Cause

Solutions

Water drips

indoors.

The air conditioner is not tilted to

the outside.

For proper water disposal, make

sure the air conditioner slants

slightly from the cabinet front to the

rear.

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.

Air conditioner

turns on and off

rapidly.

Outside temperature extremely

hot.

Refer to installation instructions or

check with installer.

Noise when unit is

cooling.

Air movement sound.

This is normal. If too loud, set to

lower FAN Speed.

Window vibration - poor

installation.

Refer to installation instructions or

check with installer.

Room too cold.

Set temperature too low.

Increase set temperature.

Summary of Contents for JW-Q18WUXA

Page 1: ...NDITIONER TYPE WINDOW INVERTER EN English Copyright 2018 LG Electronics Inc All Rights Reserved MFL70385010 Rev 01_013119 Read this owner s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times ...

Page 2: ...abinet 10 Drainage Optional 11 Installation of the Cabinet 11 Space for Outside Air Flow 12 Installations of the unit into the Cabinet 13 OPERATION 13 Control Panel and Remote Control 14 Wireless Remote Control 15 Ventilation 15 Air Direction 15 Slinger Fan 9 Installation Overview 10 How to Install the Unit 16 MAINTENANCE 16 Air Filter 17 TROUBLESHOOTING 17 Before Calling for Service 17 Normal Sou...

Page 3: ...use damage to the product if you do not follow instructions All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what may happen if the instructions are not followed IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING injury to persons when using this product follow basic precautions including the following INSTALLATION Before use the appliance ...

Page 4: ...cking and installing The edges of the product may be sharp Disconnect the power cord or circuit breaker before installing or servicing the appliance Keep packaging materials out of the reach of children These materials can pose a suffocation risk to children Store and install the product where it will not be exposed to temperatures below freezing or exposed to outdoor weather conditions other appl...

Page 5: ... corrosion or damage 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 The sure the receptacle is properly grounded DO NOT CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER PLUG Attaching the adapter ground terminal to the wall receptacle co...

Page 6: ...of the appliance Do not operate the appliance without the filter securely installed Do not drink water drained from the appliance Be sure to ventilate sufficiently when the air conditioner and a heating appliance such as a heater are used simultaneously Being exposed to direct airflow for an extended period of time could be hazardous to your health Remove the batteries if the remote control is not...

Page 7: ...s for example an operating electric heater The appliance shall be stored in a well ventilated area where the room size corresponds to the room area as specified for operation current valid certificate from an industry accredited assessment authority which authorises their Technical Safety Any person who is involved with working on or breaking into a refrigerant circuit should hold a competence to ...

Page 8: ...ts Interior Parts 4 3 5 8 7 1 2 9 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 1 Evaporator 2 Air Guide 3 Control Box 4 Brace 5 Compressor 6 Condenser 7 Base Pan 8 Power Cord 1 Control Panel 2 Remote Controller 3 Air Filter 4 5 6 Front Grille 7 Air Inlet 8 Cabinet 9 Air Outlet 6 ...

Page 9: ...iver Flat blade screwdriver Level Pencil Tape measure Cutting knife Scissors Main Power source Circuit Breaker Use a circuit breaker or time delay fuse Read thoroughly and follow all directions provided A circuit breaker must be installed between the power source and the unit if the plug is not used see illustration below NOTE Use 15 A circuit breaker INSTALLATION ...

Page 10: ... unit Obstacles restricting the airflow may reduce the cooling efficiency of the unit 3 Remove all obstacles from the rear of the unit towards the outside to allow condensed water to drain About 10 15mm or 1 4 bubble with Level 4 The unit should be installed with a slight tilt Shipping Fence Awning Heat radiation Cooled air Screws 2 Slide the unit from the cabinet by gripping the base pan handle a...

Page 11: ...isfactory appearance and protection against the weather insects and rodents 2 Install the cabinet into the wall and Unit may be supported by a solid frame from below or by a hanger from a solid overhead support FLASH OR SEAL AROUND EXTERNAL WALL FRAME OR ARCHITRAVE STURDY TIMBER FRAME ALL ROUND UNIT DRAIN CHUTE EXTERNAL SUPPORT FRAME AT BALANCE POINT OF RAC Preferred method of installation into a ...

Page 12: ...ace until the window frame is lowered to meet the top surface of the unit directly behind the upper guide If the unit falls from the window it could cause personal injury or property damage Screw Screw The Foam 4 Connect the wire harness from the front grille assembly to the air conditioner 5 Attach the front grille assembly to the cabinet by inserting the grille tabs into the slots on the front o...

Page 13: ...m quickly Use the Temp buttons to set the desired room temperature and use the Fan Speed button to set the desired fan circulation speed Energy Saver In this mode the compressor and fan turn off when the set temperature is achieved Approximately every 3 minutes the fan turns on to allow the unit sensor to accurately determine if more cooling is needed Fan In this mode the fan circulates air but th...

Page 14: ...s room temperature to maintain the desired temperature The thermostat can be set between 16 C 30 C 60 F 86 F Press 9 Energy Saver In this mode the compressor and fan turn off when the set temperature is achieved Approximately every 3 minutes the fan turns on to allow the unit sensor to accurately determine if more cooling is needed Clear Cancel Sleep and Timer settings Also set the Diagnosis if he...

Page 15: ...vers Direction levers of the vertical louvers to the left or right Direction up or down NOTE When the weather is extremely hot the unit may turn off automatically to protect the compressor Slinger Fan This air conditioner is equipped with a slinger fan See drawing The fan s outer ring picks up the condensed water from the base pan if the water level gets high enough The water is then picked up by ...

Page 16: ...x NOTE condenser coils outside of unit should be checked periodically and cleaned if clogged with soot or dirt from outside air For repair and maintenance contact a LG Electronics Customer Information Center See the warranty card for details Have your model number and serial number available MAINTENANCE WARNING Before cleaning or performing maintenance disconnect the power supply and wait until th...

Page 17: ...ds You May Hear 1 2 3 4 5 1 High Pitched Chatter 2 Sound of Rushing Air At the front of the unit you may hear the sound of rushing air being moved by the fan 3 Gurgle Hiss Gurgling or hissing noise may be heard due to refrigerant passing through evaporator during normal operation 4 Vibration Unit may vibrate and make noise because of poor wall or window construction or incorrect installation 5 Pin...

Page 18: ...r does not cool as it should Make sure there are no curtains blinds or furniture blocking the front of the air conditioner The temp control may not be set correctly Set the desired temperature to a level lower than the current temperature weeks See the MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Air Filter section The room may have been hot turned on you need to allow time for the room to cool down Cold air is escap...

Page 19: ... pan This is normal for a short period in areas with little humidity normal for a longer period in very humid areas Air conditioner turns on and off rapidly Outside temperature extremely hot Refer to installation instructions or check with installer Noise when unit is cooling Air movement sound This is normal If too loud set to lower FAN Speed Window vibration poor installation Refer to installati...

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