LG GoldStar M8004R Manual Del Propietário página 22

Maintenance ,and Service
Before Calling for Service
If you have problems with your air conditioner, read the following information and
try to solve the problem If you cannot find a solution, turn off the air conditioner
and contact your dealer.
Air conditioner does not operate
1. Ensure that the air conditioner isi plugged into a proper outlet.
2_Check the fuse or circuit breake_n
3. Check whether the voltage is unusually high or low.
Air does not feel cold enough on the cooling _tting
1. Ensure that the temperature settings are correct.
2. Check to see iif the air fillter iis clogged with dust. Iifso, clean the filter.
3. Ensure that the air flow from the outside is not obstructed and that there is a
clearance of over 20" be_een the back of the .air conditioner and the wall or
fence behind it.
4_ Close all doors and windows and check for any source of heat in the room
Before calling for service, please review the followingl Iiist of common
problems and solutio, ns
The air conditioner is operating normally when:
• You hear a pinging noise This is caused by water being picked up by the fan on
rainy days or in highly humid conditions. This feature is designed to help remove
moisture in the air and improve cooling efficiency.
See the section on Slinger Fan, page 19.
• You hear the thermostat click. Thisi is caused b,y the compressor cycle starting
and stopping.
• Yo, u see water dripping from the rear of the unit. Water may be collected in the
base pan in highly humid conditio, ns or on rainy days. This water overflows and
drips fro,m the rear of the unit.
• You hear the fan running while the compressor is silent. This is a normal
operational feature.
22 Room Air Conditioner