TROUBLESHOOTING
When any air-conditio ner malfunction is noted, immediately switch off the power supply to the unit,
and contact the local dealer, if necessary. Some simple troublesho oting tips are given below.
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE TO CORRECT
Low voltage Check for voltage at compressor.
Will operate at 10% voltage variance.
Thermostat not set cold enough or
inoperative.
Set thermostat to coldest position.
Test thermostat and r eplace if
inoperative.
Compressor hums but cuts off on
overload
Hard start compressor. Direct test
compressor. If compressor starts,
add starting compon ents.
Open or shorted compressor
windings.
Check for continuity and resistance.
Open overload. Tests overload prot ector and replace
if inoperative.
Open capacitor. Test capacitor and replace if
inoperative.
Inoperative system swit ch Test for continuity in all positions.
Replace if inoperative
Compressor does not run
Broken, loose or incorrect wiring. Refer to appropriate wiring diagram
to check wiring.
Inoperative system swit ch. Test switch and replace if inoperative
Broken, loose or incorrect wiring. Refer to applicable wiring diagram.
Open capacitor Test capacitor and replace if
inoperative.
Fan speed switch open. Tests switch and replace if
inoperative.
Fan motor does not r un.
Inoperative fan motor Test fan motor and replace if
inoperative(be sure internal overload
has had time to reset)
Dirty or plugged cond enser or
evaporator coil.
Use steam or detergent to clean.
Does not cool, or cools only slightly.
Poor air circulation in area being
cooled.
Adjust discharge air louvers. Use
high fan speed.