8,000 (DOE) BTU Portable Air Conditioner Cools 350 Sq. Ft. with Dehumidifier and Wi-Fi in Gray

LG 8,000 (DOE) BTU 115-Volt Portable Air Conditioner Unit Cools 350 sq. ft. with Dehumidifier and Wi-Fi in Gray, Model # LP0823GSSM has an exceptionally high dehumidification capacity, pulling up to 3.09 pints of water per hour out of the air. If you rely on the machine's internal collection pan, it will fill up rapidly. Once full, the unit will shut down completely and flash an "FL" (Full Tank) error code on the display until you empty it manually via the bottom drain plug. According to its Installation Guide, you should remove the upper drain cap on the back of the unit and attach a standard garden hose for continuous gravity drainage. Run this hose down to a floor drain or sump pump so the unit can run continuously without shutting down. However, even in Dry Mode, the unit runs its internal compressor to make the indoor coils cold enough for water to condense. This process naturally creates waste heat at the back of the machine. If you do not vent the hose outside, the machine will exhaust hot air straight back into the room. While it will still extract moisture, the room will become very warm and stuffy, so to use it correctly, you should keep the flexible exhaust hose attached and vented through the window panel kit, just as you would when running it in standard cooling mode...^Ivan.

The Window Installation Kit that has a window vent panel that the flexible exhaust hose for the LG 8,000 (DOE) BTU 115-Volt Portable Air Conditioner Unit Cools 350 sq. Ft. with Dehumidifier and Wi-Fi in Gray, Model # LP0823GSSM, attaches to so you can vent to the outside, allows you to install the air conditioner in most vertical-sliding windows 25″ to 47″ wide, or horizontal-sliding windows from 25″ to 47″ high...^Ivan.

Hello, Zebby! Thank you for sharing your question with us about the LG Portable Air-Conditioner (LP0823GSSM). Yes, this model does require a window vent. The exhaust hose must be connected to the window kit so the unit can properly release warm air outside. Without venting, the room won’t cool effectively and the system won’t operate as intended. You can explore the full feature list and support details here: https://www.homedepot.com/p/LG-8-000-DOE-BTU-115-Volt-Portable-Air-Conditioner-Unit-Cools-350-sq-ft-with-Dehumidifier-and-Wi-Fi-in-Gray-LP0823GSSM/322847862. If you need further support, feel free to email us at lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com. — Avril

The LG 8,000 (DOE) BTU 115-Volt Portable Air Conditioner Unit Cools 350 sq. Ft. with Dehumidifier and Wi-Fi in Gray, Model # LP0823GSSM is a single-hose unit. It uses a single flexible exhaust hose to vent hot air out of a window...^Ivan.

1-2 hours upright should be enough time for the oil to settle back down to the compressor.

If you transported the LG 8,000 (DOE) BTU 115-Volt Portable Air Conditioner Unit Cools 350 sq. Ft. with Dehumidifier and Wi-Fi in Gray, Model # LP0823GSSM on its side, you must wait a full 24 hours in the upright position before turning it on. Turning the AC on too soon forces the motor to run without oil. This can break the compressor instantly...^Ivan.

When last did you clean the air filter for the LG 8,000 (DOE) BTU 115-Volt Portable Air Conditioner Unit Cools 350 sq. Ft. with Dehumidifier and Wi-Fi in Gray, Model # LP0823GSSM? If the unit is running but not cooling, the most common culprits are a a dirty air filter, an improperly installed exhaust hose, or an iced-up evaporator coil. Clogged filters restrict airflow and dramatically reduce cooling efficiency. Pull out the filter, wash it with warm, soapy water, let it air dry completely, and reinstall it. LG recommends doing this every two weeks. Ensure the hose is securely attached, not kinked or blocked, and vented directly outside. For optimal performance, keep the hose as short and straight as possible without exceeding 5 feet. If you notice frost or ice buildup on the internal coils, turn the unit off and let the ice melt completely. Running the AC with ice on the coils makes the issue worse....^Ivan.

That's because this unit is junk. Same problem here after just a few weeks of use. Would never recommend LG portable a/c units. Too expensive for such early failure. Read the other reviews, same issue.

Hello, Martha! Thank you for sharing your question to us about the LG Portable Air-Conditioner (LP0823GSSM). This portable air conditioner is designed with casters (wheels) to make it easy to move from room to room. The casters allow you to reposition the unit without heavy lifting, ensuring flexible cooling wherever you need it. You can explore the full feature list and support details here: https://www.homedepot.com/p/LG-8-000-DOE-BTU-115-Volt-Portable-Air-Conditioner-Unit-Cools-350-sq-ft-with-Dehumidifier-and-Wi-Fi-in-Gray-LP0823GSSM/322847862. For guidance on placement and proper setup, please refer to the owner’s manual. If you’d like additional support, please email us at lgdigitalcare@lg.sprinklrsupport.com — we’ll be glad to assist further. — Avril

LG does not make a sliding door kit for this LG 8,000 (DOE) BTU 115-Volt Portable Air Conditioner Unit Cools 350 sq. Ft. with Dehumidifier and Wi-Fi in Gray, Model # LP0823GSSM. It only comes with a window installation kit that allows you to install it in most vertical-sliding windows 25″ to 47″ wide, or horizontal-sliding windows from 25″ to 47″ high. While a sliding door kit is not provided with the unit, it may be possible to use it in a sliding door, but we do not have instructions for that, nor can we advise you how that can be done... ^Ivan.