LG Signature AM501YWM1, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...ht 2017 LG Electronics All Rights Reserved Read this owner s manual thoroughly before operating the appliance and keep it handy for reference at all times MFL69596002 Owner s Manual Air Purifier Humidifier UG_enUS_esXL indb 1 2017 05 25 1 51 40 ...

Page 2: ...ENGLISH UG_enUS_esXL indb 2 2017 05 25 1 51 40 ...

Page 3: ...de 16 Silent Mode 17 Adjusting the Fan Speed 17 Turbo Mode 17 Checking Air Quality 18 Setting the Humidity 20 Off Timer 21 Control Lock 21 Hygiene Drying Function 22 Counter Reset Function 22 Filling the Water Bucket 23 Emptying the Water Bucket 24 Smart Functions 25 Installing the Application 25 Creating an Account 25 Using the Wi Fi Function 25 Smart Diagnosis 27 Maintenance 29 Scheduled Mainten...

Page 4: ...ers Do not install the product in an area prone to combustible gas leaks grease or metal dust POWER Connect this product to a dedicated grounded electrical outlet rated for 115V Do not use an adaptor plug with this product or plug it into a multi outlet extension cord Do not under any circumstances cut or remove the third ground prong from the power cord NEVER unplug the product by pulling on the ...

Page 5: ...ppliance is not intended for use by persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety Do not move the product while it is operating Use only the handle to move the product Do not place objects on top of...

Page 6: ...t Do not operate the product with wet hands Do not allow the moisture from a humidifier to directly contact the product Hold the water bucket with both hands when moving it Do not expose the product to freezing temperatures Replace any remaining water in the product with clean water every day Do not use the product while it is on its side Do not place the product on or near items that may be damag...

Page 7: ... purifier and humidifier Manualdelpropietario Remote controller battery CR2025 1 EA Ultra fine cloth Owner s Manual The appearance or components of the product may differ depending on the model UG_enUS_esXL indb 7 2017 05 25 1 51 42 ...

Page 8: ...eodorizing Black Filter and remove it from its protective vinyl sleeve 4 Reassemble the deodorizing Black Filter aligning the tabs on the bottom of the filter with the slots on the filter below it Remote Control Setup 1 Remove the remote controller s battery tray by pushing the release on the left of the tray and pulling out 2 Insert the included battery into the battery tray with the facing up 3 ...

Page 9: ...wed the battery seek immediate medical help Caution Do not modify the battery arbitrarily Otherwise it may cause fire or product failure If you insert the battery into the product incorrectly it may cause an explosion Do not disassemble or recharge the used battery Do not throw it in the fire or subject it to heat Doing so may cause an explosion Note If the battery runs out of charge replace it wi...

Page 10: ...e noise and vibration or tipping resulting in injury Allow a 4 in 10 cm clearance between the product and surrounding surfaces or objects The air inlet needs space to function properly 4 in 10 cm Do not install the product near curtains which could block the air inlet or outlet Doing so may result in product malfunction or failure Install the product near an easily accessible electrical outlet and...

Page 11: ...nel Check the product s settings and the air quality level Air quality indicator light Displays current overall air quality level using colored light Main unit handles Use handles to move the product Smart Diagnosis speaker Used when troubleshooting product malfunctions or failures Refer to Smart Diagnosis on page 27 Remote controller sensor panel Air inlet Signature watering system Top water buck...

Page 12: ...Product will not work without the filters in place Close outside doors and windows during use if possible To avoid high carbon dioxide levels do not use for long periods in a tightly enclosed space The product cannot remove harmful CO carbon monoxide gas from the air The air purifier s deodorizing Black Filter is designed to remove odors from the air If the deodorizing Black Filter is exposed to e...

Page 13: ...cally after 2 4 8 or 12 hours Light button Turns the air quality indicator light on off Humidity button Sets the desired humidity level The humidity level can be set in 5 increments Additional functions Press and hold each button for about 3 seconds to start the corresponding function Air Quality Monitoring function Refer to page 20 Wi Fi function Refer to page 25 Control Lock function Refer to pa...

Page 14: ...he LG Smart ThinQ application Top cover is not properly mounted The deodorizing Black Filter needs to be replaced One or more of water bucket filters are missing improperly assembled or need to be cleaned Refer to page 30 PM 1 0 Black Filter or deodorizing Black Filter are missing improperly assembled or need to be cleaned Refer to page 33 34 The ultra fine filter pre filter is missing improperly ...

Page 15: ...or ovens The battery could explode Remove the battery before storing to avoid damage from leaking battery fluid Do not disassemble or recharge the battery Dispose of the used battery properly to avoid fire or explosion Note To purchase a replacement remote controller visit a nearby LG service center Pressing multiple buttons at the same time may cause the remote to malfunction To use hold with the...

Page 16: ...perating modes from Purify Humid Purify Silent The mode shows in the status display panel Note The humidifier uses fine particles so the spray from the air outlet is not visible The UV LED Lighting Water Treatment will run automatically for some time during Humid Purify mode to prevent the buildup of bacteria and mold in the water bucket When the UV LED Lighting Water Treatment is running UV appea...

Page 17: ...High The fan speed shows in the status display panel Note The default fan speed is Auto Auto mode automatically adjusts the fan speed depending on the indoor air quality The current fan speed appears in the status display panel The fan speed cannot be adjusted in Silent mode If you press the Speed button in Silent mode the mode switches to Purify so you can adjust the fan speed Turbo Mode This mod...

Page 18: ...ither the dust density or the odor level Using the Air Quality Indicator Light The overall air quality light changes color to green good yellow normal orange bad or red very bad depending on the dust density and odor level Air quality indicator light Note After initial startup the dust sensor stabilizes for 30 seconds and the odor sensor stabilizes for two minutes The air quality light is white fo...

Page 19: ...rds The PM10 and PM2 5 densities displayed by the product could differ from the EPA forecast and from densities measured by other products or devices Differences in PM density values may be the result of different methods of measuring or differences in the actual PM density levels The PM density measurement was tested using LG Electronics standard test materials Using the product near a humidifier...

Page 20: ... Indicator and Light buttons still work even when the product is turned off The Air Quality Monitoring function uses minimal power Setting the Humidity You can select the desired humidity level when the product is operating in Humid Purify mode Press the Humidity button while the product is in operation Press the button repeatedly to cycle through the humidity levels starting at 50 50 55 60 65 70 ...

Page 21: ...speed manually using the Speed button After setting the product in Sleep mode pressing the Off Timer button once will check the set time and pressing it repeatedly will cancel the sleep timer The sleep timer setting is maintained even if there is a temporary loss of power a blackout etc Control Lock The Control Lock function locks all the control panel buttons including the Power button to prevent...

Page 22: ...for about 3 seconds Note The Hygiene Drying function can be turned on or off by pressing and holding the Off Timer and Light buttons for 3 seconds The product must be running in order to turn the Hygiene Drying function on or off Counter Reset Function After replacing the deodorizing Black Filter reset the usage time counter When the deodorizing Black Filter s counter reaches 4 000 hours the icon ...

Page 23: ...ith the top cover flipped over If water overflows the water bucket there is a risk of electric shock or property damage Pour water into the Easy Fill inlet slowly paying attention to the chimes Stop pouring immediately when the Full Water indicator appears Pouring Water into the Water Bucket If you want to add a large amount of water at once pour the water into the water bucket directly 1 Detach t...

Page 24: ... sides Make sure the slots are over the sink when emptying the bucket Caution Do not allow water to sit for long periods in the water bucket Empty and dry out the bucket when not using Humid Purify mode When operating the product in Humid Purify mode empty the bucket at least once a day or after each use Refill with clean water once a day or before each use If water is left in the bucket it may co...

Page 25: ...istration is complete Note The email address you enter during registration becomes your ID Using the Wi Fi Function These directions apply only to models with Wi Fi Registering the Product 1 Open the LG Smart ThinQ application on your smartphone and select Product Registration 2 Select your product from the list and follow the instructions in the application to connect the product to your home Wi ...

Page 26: ... LCW 003 Frequency Range 2412 MHz to 2462 MHz Output Power max IEEE 802 11b 17 56 dBm IEEE 802 11g 25 53 dBm IEEE 802 11n 25 29 dBm FCC Notice For transmitter module contained in this product This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful ...

Page 27: ... 3 years from the date on which you purchased the product Smart Diagnosis Should you experience any problems with your appliance it has the capability of transmitting data to your smartphone using the LG Smart ThinQ application or via your telephone to the LG Customer Information Center Smart Diagnosis cannot be activated unless the appliance can be turned on If the appliance is unable to turn on ...

Page 28: ...ve the phone while the tones are being transmitted If the call center agent is not able to get an accurate recording of the data you may be asked to try again 3 Once the transmission has finished resume your conversation with the call center agent who will be able to assist you in using the information transmitted for analysis Note The Smart Diagnosis function depends on the local call quality The...

Page 29: ... Filter Clean every 2 months PM1 0 super ultra fine dust sensor Note The environment and frequency of use will affect how often maintenance is required Clean the filters more often if used in an area with a lot of dust Failure to perform regular maintenance may result in mold or bacterial growth and odor To replace any of the filters call an LG Customer Information Center Calls for service caused ...

Page 30: ...Clean the PM 1 0 Black Filter Cleaning the Exterior Clean the product s exterior with the ultra fine cloth provided as an accessory Caution Do not use alkaline detergents to clean the product Do not attach stickers or use sulfuric acid hydrochloric acid or organic solvents such as thinners lamp oil or acetone on the product s surface Doing so may damage the surface Do not allow water inside the ma...

Page 31: ...p the cloth clean and free of foreign objects Do not use steel wool or abrasive pads to clean the water bucket A new ultra fine cloth can be purchased through the LG Electronics Customer Information Center Note Remove the top cover before starting the cleaning process Use the handle to remove the water bucket Follow the Regular Watering System Cleaning instructions to remove white hard water stain...

Page 32: ...y detergent residue remains on the filter it may cause sudsing or odor during operation Use of neutral detergent may result in severe sudsing For this reason baking soda is preferred Assembling Water Bucket After cleaning or filling the water bucket reassemble it as follows 1 Mount the water bucket filters in the water bucket First place the side filter in the bucket then the top filter aligning t...

Page 33: ...r running water If the ultra fine filter pre filter is very dirty wash in a solution of water and neutral detergent 3 Place out of direct sunlight and allow to dry completely 4 Reassemble the ultra fine filter pre filter in the filter tray and insert the tray in the main body Insert the ultra fine filter pre filter in the tray with the handle facing up If the filter or the tray are not assembled p...

Page 34: ...ress the filter tray release button to open the filter tray 2 Slide the filter tray out completely and remove the PM 1 0 Black Filter from under the deodorizing Black Filter Do not attempt to separate the two sections of the PM 1 0 Black Filter 3 Soak only the PM 1 0 Black Filter in a solution of water and neutral detergent for about 30 minutes The deodorizing Black Filter cannot be washed Make su...

Page 35: ...s 6 Place the PM 1 0 Black Filter back in the filter tray Assemble the filter with the two circles on its side facing as shown 7 Place the deodorizing Black Filter on top of the PM 1 0 Black Filter aligning its slots with the tabs on the top of the ultra fine filter set Note The PM 1 0 Black Filter is electrically charged During the initial startup you may hear a charging sound Cleaning the Dust S...

Page 36: ...id of the Watering Engine counterclockwise to remove it 3 Lift up and remove the Watering Engine from the water bucket 4 Clean the Watering Engine Wipe the interior and exterior with a soft cloth Remove foreign objects in the holes using a paper clip or small brush Storage If the product will not be used for a long period allow it to dry completely and then store it in a dry shady place Note Empty...

Page 37: ...d unplug the appliance 3 Cover the appliance with a dust sheet to prevent dust bugs or foreign objects from getting into it and store it in a dry shady spot Caution Do not store the appliance in a wet or humid area or in direct sunlight Doing so may result in product deformation malfunction or mold growth and odor UG_enUS_esXL indb 37 2017 05 25 1 52 05 ...

Page 38: ...n the ultra fine filter pre filter See page 33 Dust has built up in the PM 1 0 Black Filter Clean the PM 1 0 Black Filter See page 34 The install location is too large Performance may suffer in areas where there is a constant inflow of outdoor air Nearby objects are blocking the airflow Move the objects or relocate the air purifier Product is installed in a corner Move the air purifier away from t...

Page 39: ...ange Fine dust density remains high Product is near an outside door or window If the product is near a constant inflow of outside air the dust density may remain high Overall air quality and dust density levels are different Odor appears in the status display panel The overall air quality indicator shows the combined levels of odor and dust See page 18 If the dust density is low but the odor level...

Page 40: ...the Watering Engine are clogged Clean the Watering Engine See page 36 The air quality window is dirty Clean the inside and outside of the window on the water bucket using the ultra fine cloth provided See page 30 Humidity level does not rise Room is too large Use in a smaller or more enclosed area Water bucket is empty Fill the water bucket Dirt has built up on the water bucket filters Clean the w...

Page 41: ...ket has an unpleasant odor clean bucket immediately Water bucket filters are contaminated by dirt mold or bacteria Prevent odors by cleaning the water bucket filters regularly See page 31 If the filters have an unpleasant odor clean them immediately The deodorizing Black Filter smells bad The deodorizing Black Filter may need to be replaced See page 33 Filters may need to be cleaned replaced more ...

Page 42: ...ONTRACT TORT OR OTHERWISE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above exclusion or limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER Service trips to delive...

Page 43: ...repairs The removal and reinstallation of the product if it is installed in an inaccessible location or is not installed in accordance with published installation instructions including LG s owner s and installation manuals Damage resulting from misuse abuse improper installation repair or maintenance Improper repair includes use of parts not approved or specified by LG The cost of repair or repla...

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