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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Frequently, a problem is minor and a service call may not be necessary, use this troubleshooting guide for a possible solution.
PROBLEM | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SUGGESTED SOLUTION |
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Air conditioner will | No power to the unit. | Check connection of power cord to |
not operate |
| power source. |
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| Check fuse or circuit breaker. |
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| Set MODE knob to position other |
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| than "OFF". |
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Inefficient or no cooling | Dirty air filter. | Clean or replace air filter. |
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| Inappropriate capacity | Check with dealer to determine proper unit |
| for application. | capacity for application. |
| Blocked air flow. | Remove obstruction from grill or |
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| outdoor louvers. |
| Power interruption, settings | Let fan run to restart compressor |
| change too quickly, or | (in approximately 10 minutes). |
| compressor overload tripped. |
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Noisy unit | Loose parts. | Tighten loose parts. |
| Inadequate support. | Provide additional support to unit. |
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Odors | Formation of mold, mildew, or | Remove drain plug and drain base pan. |
| algae on wet surfaces. | Replace drain plug. |
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| Clean unit thoroughly. |
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Water dripping outside | Condensation | Add flexible tubing to redirect water flow. |
| during hot and humid weather |
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Water dripping inside | Unit. is not properly angled to | Unit must be installed on an angle for proper |
| allow water to drain outside. | condensation |
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| make adjustments. |
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Ice or frost | Low outside temperature. | When outdoor temperature is approximately |
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| 65 F or below, frost may form when unit is in |
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| cooling mode. Switch unit to FAN (only) |
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| operation until frost melts. |
| Unit air filter is dirty. | Remove and clean filter. |
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NOTE:
If circuit breaker is tripped repeatedly, or fuse is blown more than once, contact a licensed technician.
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