DescriptionThis video provides step-by-step instructions for replacing the vertical louver fin (with lever) on an LG Air Conditioner. The most common reason for replacing this part is if it is damaged or missing.
All of the information in this video is applicable to the following brands: LG
Step-By-Step Instructions1
To replace one of vertical louver fins with a lever on this lg built-in air conditioner…
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… you will need a phillips-head screwdriver and a putty knife.
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Before you begin the procedure, unplug the unit’s power cord.
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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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Now push the ends of the horizontal louver assembly to detach it from the grille frame.
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Detach the link from the top of the fins.
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You can now use the putty knife to help detach the pins securing the fin with the lever.
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To install the new vertical louver fin…
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… align the mounting pins with the slots in the horizontal louver and snap the fin into place.
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Align the link and snap it onto the three fins.
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Now align the flat right side of the horizontal louver first, snap the assembly into place in the center support… then snap the left side of the assembly into position.
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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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Plug the power cord back in…
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… and the air conditioner should be ready for use.