DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the power cord on an LG Air Conditioner. The most common reason for replacing this part is if the AC unit is not receiving power.
All of the information in this video is applicable to the following brands: LG
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace the power cord on this lg built-in air conditioner…
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… you will need a phillips-head screwdriver.
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Before you begin the procedure, be sure to unplug the old power cord first.
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Remove the inlet cover by detaching it from the top first.
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Pull the air filter up and out.
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Use the phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two mounting screws securing the front grille assembly.
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Pull the assembly out from the bottom then lift up to detach.
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Disconnect the wire connecter to fully remove the assembly.
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If required, use the phillips-head screwdriver to unthread the two rear mounting screws securing the unit to its cabinet.
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Unthread the two front screws located on the left and right sides of the cabinet near the bottom.
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Now slide the unit out far enough to access the service box.
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Next, unthread the two screws securing the service box cover.
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Slide the cover forward and up to remove.
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Release the power cord wires from the twist retainer and disconnect the wire connecter.
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Unthread the screw to release the grounding wire.
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Pull the power cord strain relief free of the service box…
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… and unthread the screw securing the cord retainer to the base of the unit to fully remove the old cord.
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To prepare the new power cord for installation …
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…transfer the cord retainer from the old cord to the new one.
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Connect the wire connecter…
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… then thread the screw to secure the grounding wire.
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Secure the wires in the twist retainer then position the strain relief in the notch in the service box.
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Align the service box cover tabs with the slots and push the cover back.
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Rethread the two mounting screws.
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Align the cord retainer on the base and secure it with the screw.
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You’re now ready to push the unit back into the cabinet.
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Rethread the front screws on the left and right sides to secure.
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Securing the unit with the rear cabinet screws is optional.
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Reinstall the front grille assembly by first connecting the wire connecter.
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Make sure the vent lever is accessible just below the horizontal louver as you insert the upper tabs into the slots in the frame, then position and snap the sides of the grille into place.
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Rethread the two mounting screws to secure.
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Realign the air filter by positioning the bottom edge first then snap the top of the filter into place.
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Align the inlet cover hinge tabs with the slots in the grille assembly then snap the top portion of the cover into position.
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With the repair completed…
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… plug the new power cord in…
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… and the air conditioner should be ready for use.