Seaside Applications And Installation - LG FLEX MULTI SPLIT Installation Manual

Seaside Applications and Installation

1. Air conditioners should not be installed in areas where corrosive gases, such as acid or alkaline gas, are
produced.
2. Do not install the product where it could be exposed to sea wind (salty wind) directly. It can result
corrosion on the product. Corrosion, particularly on the condenser and evaporator fins, could
cause product malfunction or inefficient performance.
3. If outdoor unit is installed close to the seaside, it should avoid direct exposure to the sea wind.
1. Selecting the location(Outdoor Unit)
1) If the outdoor unit is to be installed close to the seaside, direct exposure to the sea wind should be avoided.
Install the outdoor unit on the opposite side of the sea wind direction.
Sea wind
2) In case, to install the outdoor unit on the seaside, set up a windbreaker/barrier, to lessen the unit's exposure to sea air
Windbreaker/Barrier
Sea wind
3) Select a well-drained place.
Periodic ( more than once/year ) cleaning of the dust or salt particles stuck on the heat exchanger
using water is recommended.
Installation of Indoor, Outdoor Unit
Sea wind
• It should be strong enough (like concrete) to obstruct
the wind from the sea.
• The height and width should be more than 150% of
the outdoor unit.
• A minimum of 70cm (27 1/16 inches)
of space between outdoor unit and the windbreak
for easy air flow.
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