LG CL18F - Refrigerant, Connections, and Cleaning Safety; Refrigerant Handling and Connections; Operation and Cleaning Safety

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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ENGLISH
• Always check for gas (refrigerant) leakage after installation or repair of product. Low
refrigerant levels may cause failure of product.
• Wear adequate personal protection equipment (PPE) when installing, maintaining or
servicing the product.
• The appliance shall be stored so as to prevent mechanical damage from occurring.
• Refrigerant tubing shall be protected or enclosed to avoid damage.
• Flexible refrigerant connectors (such as connecting lines between the indoor and
outdoor unit) that may be displaced during normal operations shall be protected
against mechanical damage.
• The installation of pipe-work shall be kept to a minimum.
• Pipe-work shall be protected from physical damage.
• A brazed, welded, or mechanical connection shall be made before opening the
valves to permit refrigerant to flow between the refrigerating system parts.
• Keep level parallel in installing the product. Otherwise, it may cause vibration or
water leakage. It may cause injury or an accident.
• If anyone other than a licensed Professional installs, repairs, or alters LG Electronics
Air Conditioning Products, the warranty is voided.
All costs associated with repair are then the full responsibility of the owner.
• Means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in accordance with
the wiring rules.
• Do not insert a drain hose in drain or soil pipe.
Bad smells can occur and it results in a corrosion of a heat exchanger or pipe.
Operation
• 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 or splashing water
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. There is
risk of personal injury.
• Do not step on or put anything on the product. There is risk of personal injury and
failure of product.
• Always insert the filter securely after cleaning. Clean the filter every two weeks or
more often if necessary. A dirty filter reduces the efficiency.
• Do not insert hands or other objects through the air inlet or outlet while the product
is operating. There are sharp and moving parts that could cause personal injury.
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Be cautious when unpacking and installing the product. Sharp edges could cause injury.
• If the refrigerant gas leaks during the repair, do not touch the leaking refrigerant gas.
The refrigerant gas can cause frostbite (cold burn).