Panasonic CU-KE30NKU Troubleshooting Before Calling for Service, Method of Self-Diagnostics

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8. TROUBLESHOOTING (BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE)

8-1. Precautions before Performing Inspection or Repair

After checking the self-diagnostics monitor, turn the power OFF before starting inspection or repair.

High-capacity electrolytic capacitors are used inside the outdoor unit controller (inverter). They retain an electrical charge (charging voltage DC 310V) even after the power is turned OFF, and some time is required for the charge to dissipate. Be careful not to touch any electrified parts before the controller LED (red) turns OFF.

If the outdoor controller is normal, approximately 30 seconds will be required for the charge to dissipate. However, allow at least 5 minutes for the charge to dissipate if there is thought to be any trouble with the outdoor controller.

8-2. Method of Self-Diagnostics

Follow the procedure below to perform detailed trouble diagnostics.

NOTE

1:If the operation lamp blinks every 0.5 seconds immediately when the power is turned ON, there is an external ROM (OTP data) failure on the indoor circuit board, or a ROM socket insertion problem, or the ROM has not been installed.

2:The failure mode is stored in memory even when the power is not ON. Follow the procedure below to perform diagnostics.

PROCEDURE

After turning on power to the air conditioner, use the remote controller and follow the steps below to execute self-diagnostics.

Step 1: Press and hold the remote controller QUIET button and 1 HR TIMER button. Then, press and hold the ACL (reset) button with a pointed object such as the tip of a pen. After 5 seconds, release ACL button first, then release QUIET and 1 HR TIMER buttons, "oP-1" (test run) appears, blinking in the remote controller clock display area.

Step 2: Next, press the 1 HR TIMER button twice to change the display from "oP-1" to "oP-2" and "oP-3" (self-diagnostics). (The display continues to blink.)

Step 3: Finally press the ON/OFF button to engage self-diagnostics mode.

The self-diagnostics function utilizes the 3 indicator lamps on the main unit, in combinations of ON lamps, blinking lamps, and OFF lamps, to report the existence of sensor trouble or a protective operation. (The lamps blink or remain ON for 5 seconds, then turn OFF for 2 seconds.) Self-diagnostics is completed when the buzzer sounds 3 short beeps.

A maximum of 3 self-diagnostics reports are displayed, for 5 seconds each, beginning with the most recent report. Following this display the lamps turn OFF. In order to view the self-diagnostics results again, press the ON/OFF button again.

The 3 lamps remain OFF if no trouble has occurred.

<IMPORTANT> After self-diagnostics is completed, be sure to press the ACL (reset) button to return to normal mode. The air conditioner will not operate if this is not done.

QUIET button

<Clock display > Test run mode

Deletion of self-diagnostics report mode

Self-diagnostics mode

ON/OFF operation button

1HR.

TIMER button

ACL (Reset) button

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Contents Indoor Model No Product Code No CS-KE30NKU + CU-KE30NKU CS-KE36NKU + CU-KE36NKUOutdoor Model No Product Code No 852 360Safety Precautions Prohibit Table of Contents Checking Electrical Components Operating Range Temperature Indoor Air Intake Temp Outdoor Air Intake TempUnit Specifications SpecificationsIndoor Unit Outdoor Unit208V CS-KE36NKU 21.9 19.9 Indoor Unit CS-KE30NKU Major Component SpecificationsIndoor Unit CB-CS-KE36NKU Indoor Unit CS-KE36NKUOutdoor Unit CU-KE30NKU Outdoor UnitBoard CompressorOutdoor Unit CU-KE36NKU Other Component Specifications Dimensional Data Inchmm 194-00-1 Unit Refrigerant Flow Diagram Refrigerant Flow DiagramIndoor Unit CS-KE30NKU Outdoor Unit CU-KE30NKU Indoor unit Outdoor unitPerformance Data Temperature ChartsHigh pressure performance chart Indoor Unit CS-KE36NKU Outdoor Unit CU-KE36NKU Discharge 9535 8630 Indoor Cooling Capacity Power Supply 230V Single Phase 60Hz Cooling CapacityCS-KE30NKU CU-KE30NKU34,000 BTU/h Outdoor Cooling Capacity Low Ambient30,900 30,870 30,800 30,710 30,590 30,400 30,210 TH Total Heating Capacity BTU/h Power Supply 230V Single Phase 60Hz Heating CapacityHeating Capacity 36,000 BTU/h Air Throw Distance Charts Cooling Electrical Data Electrical CharacteristicsVoltage230V Cooling Heating650 8FA2-5251-12400-1 Electric Wiring DiagramsController 8FA2-5251-15200-0Operation Functions FunctionsEmergency operation Auto cooling/heating operationLamp colors Timer backupOperation Sound Switching Procedure to Noise Reducing ControlNoise Reducing Control Outdoor Unit Maximum Current Value Change Function Maximum Current Value Change ProcedureDescription of function CU-KE36NKUProtective Functions Compressor discharge temperature controlOverload prevention during heating Freeze preventionReverse-Cycle Defrosting Defrost detection and releaseCT Peak current cut-off control Method of Self-Diagnostics Troubleshooting Before Calling for ServicePrecautions before Performing Inspection or Repair Diagnosis Contents Self-diagnostics LampsReplace the circuit board or the fuse NormalReplace the controller Checking the indoor unit Control Check items unit operation Using the TEST/T-RUN terminalsChecking the Indoor and Outdoor Units Alarm Code E05 Serial Communication Error Identification ProcedureOff Blinking Illuminated Before the OperationFrom the previous page a Alarm Code E07/P04/P05/P20/P27 Indoor Fan Motor Trouble Diagnosis of Fan MotorPin 3 Gnd blue Outdoor Fan MotorPin 1 Vcc brown Pin 2 PG whiteNoise malfunction Noise Malfunction and Electromagnetic InterferenceElectromagnetic interference Locations most susceptible to noise Trouble CorrectionChecking Electrical Components Power Supply CordMeasurement of Insulation Resistance Measurement of Insulation Resistance for Electrical PartsChecking Continuity of Fuse on PCB Assy Characteristics of New Refrigerant R410A Refrigerant R410A Special Precautions When Servicing UnitWhat is New Refrigerant R410A? CharacteristicsChecklist before Servicing Tools Specifically for R410A Tubing Installation ProceduresCase of Compressor Malfunction Procedure for Replacing CompressorAmount in the charging cylinder is less than 20% Configuration and characteristics of cylindersExample To prevent the compositionRecharging Case Refrigerant is LeakingWelding leaking points Charging Additional Refrigerant When Tubes are ExtendedRetro-Fitting Existing Systems Use of Existing UnitsAppendix a Operating Instructions CS-KE36NKU CS-KE30NKUContents FeaturesSafety Precautions Product InformationSafety Instructions Installation LocationElectrical Requirements AvoidUnit Display and Operation Button Names of PartsSymbols Remote Controller DisplayRemote Controller Temperature setting buttons Temp HR. Timer button 1-HOUR OFF TimerMode selector button High Power buttonACL button Using the Remote Controller32 x 13/16 20 mmAutomatic Operation Operation with the Remote ControllerHeating Mode Cooling and DRY ModeAutomatic fan speed Manual fan speedUnoccupied Indication Status High Power ModeSpecial Remarks Operation Indication Setting the Timer1030 pm 710 am 1100 am Present time Using the 1-HOUR OFF TimerTips for Energy Saving When the air conditioner is not running Adjusting the Airflow DirectionCleaning the main unit and Remote Controller How to replace the filterRemoving and remounting the front panel Washing the front panel with waterTrouble Possible Cause Remedy Wired Remote ControllerOperating Range Model No Outdoor Unit Indoor Unit SpecificationsPage 852-6-4190-587-00-0 Contents Installation Instructions Split System Air ConditionerPlease Read Before Starting Accidentally Fins of the outdoor unit. You may get injuredAccessories Supplied with Unit Table Tools Required for Installation not suppliedGeneral Optional Copper Tubing KitAdditional Materials Required for Installation Installation Site SelectionSolid base must not cover the hole of the bottom plate  $/,8,3?,4508-25=  $/,04.3?-8,,D,4+89 Precautions for Installation in a Snowy Area Countermeasures against snow and wind Unit inch $/,-8544+5/90+,9398,30456,4 Required space around the outdoor unit4922054=0/041,9-*04.52,9 27-5/8 11-5/8 Air Intake 25/32 13/32 13-3/8 14-31/32  #04.2,4004922054  9*2,9545/90+,9 4522,8/4/,/,0./5-/,5+55840Obstacles to the front and rear of unit Installation in front-rear rows #04.2,4004922054  9*2,9545/90+,9Trical wiring or conduits are How to Install the Indoor UnitRemove the Rear Panel from the Unit Make a HoleIf Wooden Wall Install the Rear Panel on the WallIf Block, Brick, Concrete or Similar Type Wall Hole DiaHow to replace the grille Removing and Installing the GrilleHow to remove the grille Shape the Indoor Side Tubing Wiring Instructions General precautions on wiringWire Size and Length Wiring Instructions for Inter-unit Connections  For stranded wiring How to connect wiring to the terminal For Indoor UnitFor Outdoor Unit  For solid core wiring or F-cable  Right-side tubing MountingDrain cap Switching drain hose and drain cap Left-side tubing Tubing and wiring to the out Do not supply power toTo unmount indoor unit Frame Fastening MethodWiring Instructions for the Outdoor Unit How to Install the Outdoor UnitRouting the Tubing and Wiring Cover BTo 0.5 mm Adjust so that the amount of tube Flaring Procedure with a Flare ToolRefrigerant Tubing Use of the Flaring MethodFinishing the Installation Connecting Tubing between Indoor and Outdoor UnitsInsulation of Refrigerant Tubing Taping the TubesAir Purging Attempting to turn the valve Be sure to completely insertHex wrench before How to Test Run the Air Conditioner  Pump Down  Basic Functions of the Service ValvesRemote Controller Installation Position  Service Valve ConnectionsAddress Setting of the Remote Controller Address SwitchDC1111-0

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