GE 5100 Burning Odor at the Start of Heating Operation, The Air Does Not Feel Warm Enough During

Problem Possible Causes What to Do

Burning Odor at the

Start of Heating

Operation

Dust is on the surface of the heating element

•This can cause a “burning” odor at the beginning of the heating operation. This odor should quickly fade.

CALL SVC Indicator Light

The compressor	• Move the control to STOP and then
may have failed	restart the unit. If the light reappears
	within 30 minutes, call for service as
	soon as possible.

The Air is Not Always Cool or Hot During Operation

The heat pump is not	• This is normal. The heat pump will
producing hot air	produce warm air but not as hot as air
	produced when the higher-cost electric
	heat is used.
The fan switch may be set	• This causes the fan to blow room
at continuous fan (down)	temperature air even when the
	compressor or heater cycles off.
	The continuous air movement provides
	better overall temperature control.

The Air Does Not Feel

Warm Enough During

Heating Operation

The heat pump alone produces air that feels cooler than desired

•Use the Boost Heat Option to warm the air. This adds electric heat to the heat pump when the outside temperature is between 25°F. and 45°F.

•Use the Electric Heat Option. This turns off the heat pump and warms with electric heat only.

NOTE: Use of either of the above options will result in increased energy consumption.

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