Friedrich YS10M10, SS14M10, SS12M30, SS15M30, SS10M10 Troubleshooting Tips, Complaint Cause Solution

Troubleshooting Tips

COMPLAINT	CAUSE	SOLUTION
	The unit is turned to the off position,	Turn the unit to the on position and raise or
	or the thermostat is satisfied.	lower temperature setting (as appropriate) to
		call for operation.
	The LCDI power cord is unplugged.	Plug into a properly grounded 3 prong
		receptacle. See “Electrical Rating Tables” on
		pg. 6 for the proper receptacle type for your
		unit.
Unit does not operate.
	The LCDI power cord has tripped	Press and release RESET (listen for click;
	(Reset button has popped out).	Reset button latches and remains in) to resume
		operation.
	The circuit breaker has tripped or	Reset the circuit breaker, or replace the fuse as
	the supply circuit fuse has blown.	applicable. If the problem continues, contact a
		licensed electrician.
	There has been a local power	The unit will resume normal operation once
	failure.	power has been restored.
	Other appliances are being used on	The unit requires a dedicated outlet circuit, not
	the same circuit.	shared with other appliances.
	An extension cord is being used.	Do NOT use an extension cord with this or any
Unit Trips Circuit Breaker or		other air conditioner.
	The circuit breaker or time-delay	Replace with a circuit breaker or time-delay
Blows Fuses.
	fuse is not of the proper rating.	fuse of the proper rating. See “Electrical
		Rating Tables” on pg. 6 for the proper circuit
		breaker/fuse rating for your unit. If the problem
		continues, contact a licensed electrician.
	The LCDI power cord can trip	Press and release RESET (listen for click;
	(Reset button pops out) due to	Reset button latches and remains in) to resume
	disturbances on your power supply	normal operation.
	line.
LCDI Power Cord Trips (Reset
	Electrical overload, overheating, or	Once the problem has been determined and
Button Pops Out).	cord pinching can trip (Reset button	corrected, press and release RESET (listen for
	pops out) the LCDI power cord.	click; Reset button latches and remains in) to
		resume normal operation.
	NOTE: A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord
	obtained from the product manufacturer and must not be repaired.
	The return/discharge air grille is	Ensure that the return and/or discharge air
	blocked.	paths are not blocked by curtains, blinds,
		furniture, etc.
	Windows or doors to the outside are	Ensure that all windows and doors are closed.
	open.
	The temperature is not set at a cool	Adjust the Temperature control to a cooler or
	enough/warm enough setting.	warmer setting as necessary.
Unit Does Not Cool/Heat
	The filter is dirty or obstructed.	Clean the filte r, (See Routine Maintenance), or
Room Sufficiently, Or Cycles		remove obstruction.
On And Off Too Frequently.
	The indoor coil or outdoor coil is	Clean the coils, (See Routine Maintenance), or
	dirty or obstructed.	remove obstruction.
	There is excessive heat or moisture	Be sure to use exhaust vent fans while cooking
	(cooking, showers, etc.) in the room.	or bathing and, if possible, try not to use heat
		producing appliances during the hottest part of
		the day.
	The temperature of the room you	Allow additional time for the air conditioner to
	are trying to cool is extremely hot.	cool off a very hot room.

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