Owner’s Manual

6
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION
Installation
• If the refrigerant gas leaks during the
installation, ventilate the area immediately.
− Such leakage it can be harmful for your
health.
• Always check for gas (refrigerant) leakage
after installation or repair of product.
− Low refrigerant levels may cause product
failure.
• Keep the product level, even when installing it.
− This will help to avoid vibration or water
leakage.
• Use two or more people to lift and transport
the product.
− This will help to avoid personal injury.
• Installation work must be performed in
accordance with the National Electric Code by
qualified and authorized personnel only.
• Do not place objects in direct proximity of
the outside unit. Do not let leaves and other
debris accumulate around the unit. Leaves are
a hotbed for small animals, which can enter
the unit. Once inside the unit, these animals
can lead to the unit malfunctioning, and end
up causing in smoke or fire when they make
contact with electrical parts.
− There is a risk of fire or electric shock.
• Do not install the product where it will be
exposed to sea wind (salt spray) directly.
− This can cause corrosion on the product.
Corrosion, particularly on the condenser
and evaporator fins, could cause product
malfunction or inefficient operation.
• Make sure that the drainpipe is installed
properly to drain water. Arrange the drain hose
to ensure smooth drainage.
− Incomplete drainage may lead to water
damage done to the building, furniture, etc.
If no water is discharged from the drainpipe
while the air conditioner or heat pump is in
the cooling mode, it may be because the
drainpipe has become clogged with dust
or dirt, and could result in water leakage
in the indoor unit. In such a situation, stop
operating the air conditioner or heat pump
and contact the dealer.
• Do not install the product where the noise or
hot air from the outdoor unit could be harmful
to your immediate surroundings.
− Improper placement could cause problems
for your neighbors.
• The Limited Warranty is void and of no effect,
and LG will have no liability hereunder to any
Customer or third party, to the extent any
of the following occur: acts, omissions, and
conduct of any and all third parties including,
but not limited to, the installing contractor
and any repairs, service or maintenance by
unauthorized or unqualified persons.
• Do not install the unit in potentially explosive
atmospheres.
Operation
• If refrigerant gas leaks while the unit is being
repaired do not touch the leakaing refrigerant
gas.
− The refrigernat gas can cause frostbite (cold
burn)
• Do not mix air or gases other than the
specified refrigerant used in the system.
− Air entering the refrigerant system can
lead to excessively high pressure causing
equipment damage or injury.
• Make sure that there are no obstacles close
to the outdoor unit. The presence of obstacles
close to the outdoor unit may reduce the
performance of outdoor unit or increase its
operating sound.
− This could cause product failure.