In the interests of user-safety (Required by safety regulations in some
countries) the set should be restored to its original condition and only
parts identical to those specified should be used.
Parts marked with "" are important for maintaining the safety of the set. Be sure to replace these parts with specified ones for maintaining the
safety and performance of the set.
This document has been published to be used for
after sales service only.
The contents are subject to change without notice.
Model5RS092XDF
Oil charge320cc (RB68A or Freil Alphc 68M)
CondenserCorrugate Fin and Grooved tube type
ControlExpansion valve
Refrigerant (R410A) 1000g
De-lce system Micro computer controled reversed systems
HighdB(A)4349
LowdB(A)39–
SoftdB(A)27–
Fan motors: Thermal fuse
Fuse, Micro computer control
Heightmm278540
Depthmm198265
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[2] EXTERNAL DIMENSION
1. Indoor unit
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278
2. Outdoor unit
58
INVERTERAIRCONDITIONER
540
780
175
12
37.5
58
18.5
22.0
135
4.5
72
299
14
324
265
540
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165
81
136
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[3] WIRING DIAGRM
1. Indoor unit
2. Outdoor unit
[4] ELECTRICAL PARTS
1. Indoor unit
DESCRIPTIONMODELREMARKS
Indoor fan motorMLB084DC Motor
Indoor fan motor capacitor––
Transformer––
FUSE1– QFS-GA062JBZZ (250V, 3.15A)
FUSE2–QFS-GA063JBZZ (250V, 2A)
2. Outdoor Unit
DESCRIPTIONMODELREMARKS
Compressor5RS092XDFD.C. brush-less motor
Outdoor fan motorML-A902DC Motor
Outdoor fan motor capacitor––
Fu4–QFS-GA064JBZZ(250V, 1A)
Fu3–QFS-GA051JBZZ(250V, 2A)
Fu2–QFS-GA052JBZZ(250V, 3.15A)
Fu1–QFS-CA001JBZZ(250V, 20A)
Fu5, 6–QFS-CA002JBZZ(250V, 15A)
The main relay remains off during the first 45 seconds (first safety
time) immediately after the power cord is plugged into an AC outlet in
order to disable outdoor unit operation and protect outdoor unit electric
components.
1.2. Restart control
Once the compressor stops operating, it will not restart for 180 seconds to protect the compressor.
Therefore, if the operating compressor is shut down from the remote
control and then turned back on immediately after, the compressor will
restart after a preset delay time.
(The indoor unit will restart operation immediately after the ON switch
is operated on the remote control.)
Compressor operation
Compressor ONCompressor can
Compressor remains OFF
turn ON
for 180 seconds
OFF operation on
remote control
ON operation on
remote control
Compressor ON
1.3. Cold air prevention control
When the air conditioner starts up in heating mode, the indoor unit fan
will not operate until the temperature of the indoor unit heat exchanger
reaches about 23°C in order to prevent cold air from blowing into the
room.
Also, the indoor unit fan operates at low speed until the temperature of
the indoor unit heat exchanger reaches about 38°C so that people in
the room will not feel chilly air flow.
Indoor unit heat exchanger temperature
38
23
Set fan speed
35
Indoor unit fan at low speed
21
Indoor unit fan in non-operation
1.6. Outdoor unit 2-way valve freeze prevention control
If the temperature of the outdoor unit 2-way valve remains below 0°C
for 10 consecutive minutes during cooling or dehumidifying operation,
the compressor operation stops temporarily in order to prevent freezing.
When the temperature of the 2-way valve rises to 10°C or higher after
about 180 seconds, the compressor restarts and resumes normal
operation.
1.7. Indoor unit overheat prevention control
During heating operation, if the temperature of the indoor unit heat
exchanger exceeds the indoor unit heat exchanger overheat prevention temperature (about 45 to 54°C) which is determined by the operating frequency and operating status, the operating frequency is
decreased by about 4 to 15 Hz. Then, this operation is repeated every
60 seconds until the temperature of the indoor unit heat exchanger
drops below the overheat protection temperature.
Once the temperature of the indoor unit heat exchanger drops below
the overheat protection temperature, the operating frequency is
increased by about 4 to 10 Hz every 60 seconds until the normal operation condition resumes.
If the temperature of the indoor unit heat exchanger exceeds the overheat protection temperature for 60 seconds at minimum operating frequency, the compressor stops operating and then restarts after about
180 seconds, and the abovementioned control is repeated.
1.8. Outdoor unit overheat prevention control
During cooling operation, if the temperature of the outdoor unit heat
exchanger exceeds the outdoor unit heat exchanger overheat prevention temperature (about 55°C), the operating frequency is decreased
by about 4 to 15 Hz. Then, this operation is repeated every 60 seconds until the temperature of the outdoor unit heat exchanger drops to
about 54°C or lower.
Once the temperature of the outdoor unit heat exchanger drops to
about 54°C or lower, the operating frequency is increased by about 4
to 10 Hz every 60 seconds until the normal operation condition
resumes.
If the temperature of the outdoor unit heat exchanger exceeds the outdoor unit heat exchanger overheat protection temperature for (120 sec
: outdoor temperature ≥ 40°C • 60 sec : outdoor temperature < 40°C)
at minimum operating frequency, the compressor stops operating and
then restarts after about 180 seconds, and the abovementioned control is repeated.
1.4. Odor prevention control
When the air conditioner starts up in cooling mode, the discharged air
temperature is lowered slightly, and for the reduction of unpleasant
odors the operation of the indoor unit fan is delayed 60 seconds if the
automatic fan speed mode in cooling mode is set.
1.5. Indoor unit heat exchanger freeze prevention control
If the temperature of the indoor unit heat exchanger remains below
0°C for 4 consecutive minutes during cooling or dehumidifying operation, the compressor operation stops temporarily in order to prevent
freezing.
When the temperature of the indoor unit heat exchanger rises to 2°C
or higher after about 180 seconds, the compressor restarts and
resumes normal operation.
1.9. Compressor overheat prevention control
If the temperature of the compressor exceeds the compressor overheat prevention temperature (110°C), the operation frequency is
decreased by about 4 to 10 Hz. Then, this operation is repeated every
60 seconds until the temperature of the compressor drops below the
overheat protection temperature (100°C).
Once the temperature of the compressor drops below the overheat
protection temperature, the operating frequency is increased by about
4 to 10 Hz every 60 seconds until the normal operation condition
resumes.
If the temperature of the compressor exceeds the overheat protection
temperature (for 120 seconds in cooling operation or 60 seconds in
heating operation) at minimum operating frequency, the compressor
stops operating and then restarts after about 180 seconds, and the
abovementioned control is repeated.
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1.10. Startup control
Heating operation
Set temperature
Activation of
OFF timer
1hour
later
Max.
1.5 hours
later
Max.
2 hours
later
Timer setting
reached
1hour
later
Max.
1.5 hours
later
Max.
2 hours
later
Timer setting
reached
Activation of
OFF timer
Set temperature
-1
O
C
-1
O
C
-1
O
C
0.3
O
C
0.3
O
C
0.3
O
C
Cooling/dehumidifying operation
When the air conditioner starts in the cooling or heating mode, if the
room temperature is 2°C higher than the set temperature (in cooling
operation) or 3.5°C lower (in heating operation), the air conditioner
operates with the operating frequency at maximum. Then, when the
set temperature is reached, the air conditioner operates at the operating frequency determined by fuzzy logic calculation, then enters the
normal control mode after a while.
1.11. Peak control
If the current flowing in the air conditioner exceeds the peak control
current (see the table below), the operation frequency is decreased
until the current value drops below the peak control current regardless
of the frequency control demand issued from the indoor unit based on
the room temperature.
AY-XP12FR-NApprox. 6.4 AApprox. 7.5 A
1.12. Outdoor unit fan delay control
The compressor stops immediately after cooling, dehumidifying or
heating operation is shut down, but the outdoor unit fan continues
operation for 50 seconds before it stops.
1.13. Defrosting
1.13.1 Reverse defrosting
The defrost operation starts when the compressor operating time
exceeds 20 minutes during heating operation, as shown below, and
the outside air temperature and the outdoor unit heat exchanger temperature meet certain conditions. When the defrost operation starts,
the indoor unit fan stops. The defrost operation stops when the outdoor unit heat exchanger temperature rises to about 13C or higher or
the defrosting time exceeds 10 minutes.
Start of
heating
operation
1.14. ON timer
The ON timer can be activated by pressing the ON timer button. When
the ON timer is activated, the operation start time is adjusted based on
fuzzy logic calculations 1 hour before the set time so that the room
temperature reaches the set temperature at the set time.
1.15. OFF timer
The OFF timer can be activated by pressing the OFF timer button.
When the OFF timer is set, the operation stops after the set time.
When this timer is set, the compressor operating frequency lowers for
quieter operation, and the room temperature is gradually varied after
one hour (reduced 1°C three times (max. 3°C) in heating, or increased
0.3°C three times (max. 1°C) in cooling or dehumidifying operation) so
that the room temperature remains suitable for comfortable sleeping.
ModelPeak control current
Cooling operationHeating operation
20 min or more20 min or more20 min or more
Defrosting
Max. 10 min
Defrosting
Max. 10 min
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1.16. Power ON start
If a jumper cable is inserted in the location marked with HAJP on the
indoor unit control printed circuit board (control PCB), connecting the
power cord to an AC outlet starts the air conditioner in either cooling or
heating mode, which is determined automatically by the room temperature sensor.
When a circuit breaker is used to control the ON/OFF operation,
please insert a jumper as described above.
1.17. Self-diagnostic malfunction code display
1.17.1 Indoor unit
1) When a malfunction is confirmed, all relays turn off and a flashing
malfunction code number is displayed to indicate the type of malfunction.
When the air conditioner is in non-operating condition, holding
down AUX button for more than 5 seconds activates the malfunction code display function.
The operation continues only in the case of a serial open-circuit,
and the main relay turns off after 30 seconds if the open-circuit condition remains.
In the case of a serial short-circuit, the air conditioner continues
operating without a malfunction code display, and the main relay
turns off after 30 seconds if the short-circuit condition remains.
The malfunction information is stored in memory, and can be
recalled later and shown on display.
2) The self-diagnostic memory can be recalled and shown on the display by stopping the operation and holding down AUX button for
more than 5 seconds.
3) The content of self-diagnosis (malfunction mode) is indicated by a
flashing number.
(For details, refer to the troubleshooting section.)
1.17.2 Outdoor unit
If a malfunction occurs, LED1 on the outdoor unit flashes in 0.2-second intervals as shown below.
(Example) Compressor high temperature abnormality
ON
OFF
1 sec 1 sec 0.6 sec
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1.18. Information about auto mode
In the AUTO mode, the temperature setting and mode are automatically selected according to the room temperature and outdoor temperature when the unit is turned on.
1.19. Airflow control
The airflow control holds the two upper and lower louvers at special
positions during operation to prevent discharged air from directly blowing onto people in the room.
Modes and Temperature Settings
1.19.1 Cooling/dehumidifying operation
When the airflow button is pressed the upper louver is set at an
upward angle to send the air along the ceiling.
1.19.2 Heating
When the airflow button is pressed the lower louver is set at a down-
the figures in ( ) are temperature settings
During operation, if the outdoor temperature changes, the temperature
settings will automatically slide as shown in the chart.
ward angle to send the air directly toward the floor.
1.20. Difference of operation in Auto and Manual modes
In the Auto mode, the temperature setting is automatically determined based on the outside air temperature. In addition, the air conditioner operation
differs from the operation in the Manual mode as explained below.
Automatic temperature setting based on outside air temperature. Can be changed within ±2°C using remote control.
1.21. Dehumidifying operation control
If the room temperature is 26°C or higher when dehumidifying operation starts, the dehumidifying operation provides a low cooling effect in
accordance with the room temperature setting automatically determined based on the outside air operation. (The setting value is the
same as the set temperature for cooling operation in the auto mode.)
If the room temperature is lower than 26°C when dehumidifying operation starts, the dehumidifying operation minimizes the lowering of the
room temperature.
1.22. Self Clean operation
Heating or Fan operation and Cluster operation are performed simultaneously.
The judgment of whether Heating or Fan operation is used is based on
the outside air temperature at 3 minutes after the start of internal
cleaning.
The operation stops after 40 minutes. (The air conditioner shows the
remaining minutes: 40 → 39 → 38 ... 3 → 2 → 1)
Heating operationFan operation
Outside air temperature
24OC
1.23. Plasmacluster Ion function
Operating the Plasmacluster Ion button while the air conditioner is in
operation or in non-operation allows the switching of the operation
mode in the following sequence: “Air Clean operation” → “Stop”.
• “Self Clean operation” generates about equal amounts of (+)ions
and (-)ions from the cluster unit to provide clean air.
If the Plasmacluster Ion generation function is operated together with
the air conditioner operation, the indoor unit fan speed and louver
direction are in accordance with the air conditioner settings.
If the Plasmacluster Ion generation function is used without operating
the air conditioning function, the indoor unit fan operates at a very low
speed and the upper louver is angled upward and the lower louver
remains horizontal. (The airflow volume and direction can be changed
by using the remote control.)
Can be changed
between 18 and 32°C
using remote control.
Can be changed
between 18 and 32°C
using remote control.
1.24. Hot keep
When the room temperature rises above the set temperature by 0.6°C
or more, the ON/OFF operation of the compressor and indoor unit fan
is controlled in order to lower the room temperature.
(The values indicated below, such as "0.6°C" and "1.3°C," vary
depending on the outside air temperature.)
1.3OC
O
0.6
C
Set temperature
1.24.1 Hot keep zone 1
With the compressor frequency at the lowest, if the room temperature
is higher than the set temperature by 0.6°C but no more than 1.3°C,
the following processes will be activated.
1) The compressor stops temporarily, and restarts after 2 minutes.
2) If the room temperature remains in the hot keep zone, the compressor is turned OFF and ON in 3-minute intervals.
3) The indoor unit fan turns OFF and ON with a delay of 30 seconds
from the compressor OFF/ON.
4) After the above operation in 3-minute intervals is repeated four
times, the interval extends to 6 minutes.
1.24.2 Hot keep zone 2
If the compressor ON/OFF in hot keep zone 1 fails to bring the room
temperature within 1.3°C above the set temperature, the following processes will be activated.
1) The compressor repeats a cycle of 8-minute OFF and 6-minute
ON.
2) After the second time, the compressor remains completely OFF
and only the indoor unit fan repeats OFF-ON in set intervals.
3) While the compressor is completely OFF in 2), the louvers are set
horizontally to prevent cold air from blowing.
The zone transition and the end of hot keep operation (room temperature lower than the set temperature) are judged when the compressor
ON period ends.
* This function cannot be repealed.
Automatic setting.
Can be changed
within ±2°C.
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1.25. Winter cool
Cooling operation is available during the winter season by the built in
winter cool function.
Lower limit of outdoor temperature range is -10°C DB.
When the outside air temperature is low, the outdoor unit fan operates
at slower speed.
NOTE: Built-in protect device may work when outdoor temperature
falls below 21°C DB., depending on conditions.
1.26. Auto restart
When power failure occures, after power is recovered, the unit will
automatically restart in the same setting which were active before the
power failure.
1.26.1 Operating mode (Cool, Heat, Dry)
• Temperature adjustment (within 2°C range) automatic operation
• Temperature setting
2. Explanation of cluster circuit
The cluster unit generates cluster ions, which are circulated throughout the room by the air flow created by the blower fan (indoor unit fan motor) in
the air conditioner unit.
1) When microcomputer output turns "H," the IC6 output changes to "Lo," turning ON the SSR and applying 230 V to the cluster unit for the generation of cluster ions (positive and negative ions).
• Fan setting
• Air flow direction
• Power ON/OFF
• Automatic operation mode setting
• Swing louvre
• Plasmacluster mode
1.26.2 Setting not memorized
• Timer setting
• Full power setting
• Internal cleaning
1.26.3 Disabling auto restart function
By removing (cutting) jumper J (JPJ) on the printed circuit board
(PCB), the auto restart function can be disabled.
12V
R76
C23
RE RH
Cluster unit
1
1
3
3
5
6
AC230V
Microcomputer output
IC6
R75
R23
SSR
R20
3. Outline of PAM circuit
3.1. PAM (Pulse Amplitude Modulation)
The PAM circuit varies the compressor drive voltage and controls the rotation speed of the compressor.
The IGBT shown in the block diagram charges the energy (electromotive force) generated by the reactor to the electrolytic capacitor for the inverter
by turning ON and OFF.
Reactor L5
DB1
AC
230V
Noise
filter
Reactor L6
+
IPM
Compressor
AC clock
detection
circuit
DB2
IGBT
[PAM drive circuit]
Microcomputer (IC1)
PAM drive circuit block diagram
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IGBT
drive
circuit
Overvoltage
detection
circuit
Compressor
position
detector
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When the IGBT is ON, an electric current flows to the IGBT via the reactor (L5), (L6) and diode bridge (DB2).
When the IGBT turns OFF, the energy stored while the IGBT was ON is charged to the voltage doubler capacitor via the diode bridge (DB1).
As such, by varying the ON/OFF duty of the IGBT, the output voltage is varied.
DB1
Stored energy
IGBT ON
IGBT OFF
Reactor
L6
L5
DB2
IGBT
3.2. High power factor control circuit
This circuit brings the operating current waveform closer to the waveform of commercial power supply voltage to maintain a high power factor.
Because of the capacitor input, when the PAM circuit is OFF, the phase of the current waveform deviates from the voltage waveform as shown below.
To prevent this deviation, a current is supplied during the periods indicated by "O" in the diagram.
To determine the length of period to supply a current, the zero-cross timing of the AC input voltage is input to the microcomputer via the clock circuit.
The power source frequency is also determined at the same time.
The IGBT turns ON after the time length determined by the zero-cross point to supply a current to the IGBT via the reactor.
This brings the current waveform closer to the voltage waveform in phase.
As described above, the ON/OFF operation of the IGBT controls the increase/decrease of the compressor power supply voltage (DC voltage) to
improve the compressor efficiency and maintain a high power factor by keeping the current phase closer to that of the supply voltage.
AC voltage waveform
AC voltage waveform
AC current waveform
AC voltage and current waveforms when PAM is OFF
AC current waveform
Zero-cross detection
IGBT ON period
AC voltage and current waveform when PAM is ON
3.2.1 Detailed explanation of PAM drive circuit sequence
AC voltage waveform
Clock
IGBT ON
A
BC
50Hz
A
1.2mS
B
1.2mS
C
0.25 2.3mS
3.2.2 AC clock (zero-cross) judgment
• The clock circuit determines the time from one rising point of the clock waveform to the next rising point.
The detected clock waveform is used to judge the power source frequency (50Hz).
• The zero-cross of the AC voltage is judged as the rising of the clock waveform, as shown in the diagram above.
3.2.3 IGBT ON start time (delay time B)
• Based on the zero-cross of the AC voltage, the IGBT turns ON after a delay time set according to the power source frequency.
3.2.4 IGBT ON time (C)
• After the above delay time, the IGBT turns ON to supply a current to the reactor.
• The ON time of the IGBT determines the amount of energy (level of DC voltage rise) supplied to the reactor.
DC voltage level in each operation mode (varies depending on external load conditions)
– Cooling operation --- 220 to 240 V
– Heating operation --- 220 to 280 V
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3.3. PAM protection circuit
R2
255K
C10C9
420V
750uF
R5
300K
R7
23.7KR823.7K
0V
0V
0V
IC8
15V
R113
19.1KF
R112
15K
5V
R114
1M
R115
1.8K
R116
1K
5
4
2
(Overvoltage detection)
During abnormal voltage output
IC1
38
To prevent excessive voltage of PAM output from
damaging the IPM and electrolytic capacitor as well
as the control printed circuit board (PCB), this circuit
monitors the PAM output voltage and turns off the
PAM control signal and PAM drive immediately
when an abnormal voltage output is generated. At
the same time, it shuts off the compressor operation.
The PAM output voltage is distributed to pin (4) of
the comparator (IC8). If this voltage exceeds the reference voltage at pin (5) of the IC8, the output of the
comparator (IC8) reverses (from H to L) and it is
input to pin (38) of the microcomputer (IC1) to halt
the PAM drive.
The protection voltage level is as follows.
3.3.1 Details of troubleshooting procedure for PAM
1) PAM shutdown due to error
1) When the DC voltage detection circuit sends a signal exceeding the specified voltage to the microcomputer
DC voltage of 350 V or higher (detection circuit input voltage of about 9.2 V or higher) [IC8 pin (4)]
– When an error is detected
• PAM IGBT turns OFF.
• Compressor turns OFF.
• All units shut down completely when the error occurs four times.
2) When the outdoor unit clock waveform differs from the specified value immediately before the PAM IGBT turns ON
When there is no clock waveform input
When a clock signal of other than specified power source frequency (50/60 Hz) is input
– When an error is detected
• PAM IGBT does not turn ON.
• Compressor operates normally.
• Complete shutdown does not occur.
2) PAM error indication
In case of error “1)”
– An error signal is sent to the indoor unit as soon as an error is generated.
• Malfunction No. 14-0 is indicated when the error code is called out by the indoor unit's self-diagnosis function.
– The LED on the outdoor unit flashes 14 times when an error is generated.
• The LED continues flashing in the 14-time cycle even after the compressor stops operating.
• The LED turns off (data is deleted from the memory) when the outdoor unit power is turned off.
In case of error “2)”
– An error signal is sent to the indoor unit as soon as an error is judged.
• Malfunction No. 14-1 is indicated when the error code is called out by the indoor unit's self-diagnosis function.
– The LED on the outdoor unit flashes 14 times when an error is judged.
• The LED on the outdoor unit flashes in normal pattern when the compressor stops operating.
(Compressor OFF or Thermostat OFF from remote control)
* When a user complains that the air conditioner does not provide sufficient cool air or warm air
In addition to conventional error-generating reasons, there is a possibility that the PAM IGBT does not turn ON even if the compressor is operating.
In that case, the DC voltage does not rise even though the compressor is operating, and lowers to the 180-VDC level.
– Check items
• Clock circuit check
• PAM IGBT check
• Fuse (Fu6) open-circuit check
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4. Explanation of IPM drive circuit
The IPM for compressor drive is made by Mitsubishi Electric.
The power supply for the IPM drive, the shunt resistance for overcurrent detection, etc., are provided outside the IPM (control PCB).
4.1. IPM drive power supply circuit
The power supply for the upper-phase IGBT (HU, HV, HW) drive employs a bootstrap system, and provides power to the upper-phase IC.
The 15-V power supply for the lower-phase IC is provided by the control printed circuit board (PCB).
4.1.1 Brief explanation of bootstrap system (single power drive system)
To supply power to the upper-phase IC, the microcomputer (IC1) turns ON the lower-phase IGBT (LU, LV, LW).
This results in a charging current that flows to the electrolytic capacitor of each upper-phase IC input and charges the bootstrap capacitor with a 15-V
current.
The power supply for the subsequent stages is charged while the lower-phase IGBT is ON in ordinary compressor drive control.
When a current of about 25 A or higher flows through the shunt resistance (R49) on the control printed circuit board (PCB), the voltage at this resistance is input to IPM CIN pin (26). Then, the gate voltage of the lower-phase IGBT (LU, LV, LW) inside the IPM turns OFF to cut off the overcurrent. At
the same time, an L output of about 1.8 ms is generated from IPM Fo pin (24), and this results in an L input to overcurrent detection input pin (34) of
the microcomputer (IC1) and turns OFF the PWM signal output (IC1 pins (51) through (56)) to the IGBT gate.
Protection circuit status
(Lower phase)
Internal IGBT gate
Output current Ic (A)
Sense voltage relative
to shunt resistance
Error output Fo
SET
RESET
(About 22 A)
SC
a1
SC reference voltage
Delay by CR time constant circuit
About 1.8 ms
IPM overcurrent
detectioncircuit
CiN
26
FO
24
P
Shunt resistance
R49
N
Overcurrent
5V
IC1
34
0V
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5. 120° energizing control (digital position detection control)
This control system detects the digital position detection signal and adjusts the rate of acceleration/deceleration accordingly.
The motor's induced voltage waveform is input to the comparator in the form of PWM-switched pulse waveform, and a position detection signal is
generated as a reference voltage equaling 1/2 of 280 VDC. However, since there is no induced voltage waveform when the PWM waveform is OFF,
the microcomputer performs internal processing so that detection is enabled only when it is ON. Based on the detected position signal, actual PWM
waveform output timing is determined. Since it does not use a filter circuit, the detection accuracy is high.
The microcomputer performs internal processing to cancel spike voltage during the regenerative process.
Furthermore, even if the induced voltage is low, position detection is still possible, thus allowing sensor-less operation at low rotation speed in the initial stage of operation. This reduces the starting current and improves the IPM reliability.
Terminal voltage waveform
Reference voltage
(1/2 of DC voltage)
Spike voltage
(cancelled)
Comparator output waveform
(Position signal waveform)
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CHAPTER 3. FUNCTION AND OPERATION OF PROTECTIVE PROCEDURES
Service Manual
[1] PROTECTION DEVICE FUNCTIONS AND OPERATIONS
FunctionOperationSelf-diagnosis
result display
DescriptionDetection periodReset conditionIndoor
1Indoor unit fan lockOperation stops if there is no
Indoor unit fan rotation speed error
2Indoor unit freeze
prevention
32-way valve freeze
prevention
4Indoor unit heat
exchanger overheat shutdown
5Outdoor unit heat
exchanger overheat shutdown
6Compressor dis-
charge overheat
shutdown
7Dehumidifying oper-
ation temporary
stop
8DC overcurrent
error
input of rotation pulse signal from
indoor unit fan motor for 1 minute.
Operation stops if rotation pulse
signal from indoor unit fan indicates abnormally low speed
(about 300 rpm or slower).
Compressor stops if temperature
remains below 0°C for 4 minutes.
Compressor stops if temperature
of outdoor unit 2-way valve
remains below 0°C for 10 continuous minutes during cooling or
dehumidifying operation.
Operating frequency lowers if
indoor unit heat exchanger temperature exceeds overheat temperature during heating
operation.
Compressor stops if indoor unit
heat exchanger temperature
exceeds overheat temperature for
60 seconds at minimum frequency.
Overheat temperature setting
value indoor unit heat exchanger
thermistor temperature: about 45
to 54°C
Operation frequency lowers if outdoor unit heat exchanger temperature exceeds about 55°C during
cooling operation.
Compressor stops if outdoor unit
heat exchanger temperature
exceeds about 55°C for 120 seconds at minimum frequency.
Operating frequency lowers if
temperature of compressor
chamber thermistor (TH1) falls
below about 110°C.
Compressor stops if temperature
of compressor chamber thermistor (TH1) remains at about
110 °C (for 120 seconds in cooling
operation, or 60 seconds in heating operation) at minimum frequency.
Compressor stops if outside air
temperature thermistor is lower
than about 16°C during dehumidifying operation.
Compressor stops if electric current of about 25 A or higher flows
in IPM.
When indoor unit fan
is in operation
When indoor unit fan
is in operation
When in cooling or
dehumidifying operation
When in cooling or
dehumidifying operation
When in heating
operation
When in cooling or
dehumidifying operation
When compressor is
in operation
When in dehumidifying operation
When compressor is
in operation
Indoor
unit
error
display
Operation OFF or ON ✩2YesNone
Operation OFF or ON ✩2YesNone
Automatic reset when
heat exchanger temperature rises above
freeze prevention
temperature (2°C or
higher)
Automatic reset when
temperature of 2-way
valve rises above
10°C.
Automatic reset after
safety period (180
sec).
Automatic reset after
safety period (180
sec).
Automatic reset after
safety period (180
sec).
Automatic reset when
outside air temperature rises above
16°C.
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
—NoneNone
NoneYesYes
NoneYesYes
NoneYesYes
NoneYesYes
NoneYesYes
unit
Outdoor
unit
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FunctionOperationSelf-diagnosis
DescriptionDetection periodReset conditionIndoor
9AC overcurrent
error
10 AC overcurrent
error in compressor
OFF status
11 AC maximum cur-
rent error
12 AC current defi-
ciency error
13 Thermistor installa-
tion error or 4-way
valve error
14 Compressor high
temperature error
15 Outdoor unit heat
exchanger thermistor short-circuit
error
16 Outdoor unit outside
air temperature
thermistor short-circuit error
17 Outdoor unit suction
thermistor short-circuit error
18 Outdoor unit 2-way
valve thermistor
short-circuit error
19 Outdoor unit heat
exchanger thermistor open-circuit
error
20 Outdoor unit outside
air temperature
thermistor open-circuit error
21 Outdoor unit suction
thermistor open-circuit error
22 Outdoor unit 2-way
valve thermistor
open-circuit error
23 Outdoor unit dis-
charge thermistor
open-circuit error
24 Serial signal errorPower relay turns OFF if indoor
Operating frequency lowers if
compressor AC current exceeds
peak control current value. Compressor stops if compressor AC
current exceeds peak control current value at minimum frequency.
Indoor and outdoor units stop if
AC current exceeds about 3 A
while compressor is in non-operation status.
Compressor stops if compressor
AC current exceeds 17 A.
Compressor stops if operating
frequency is 50 Hz or higher and
compressor AC current is about
2.0 A or lower.
Compressor stops if high and low
values of temperatures detected
by outdoor unit heat exchanger
thermistor (TH2) and 2-way valve
thermistor (TH5) do not match
operating cycle.
Compressor stops if compressor
chamber thermistor (TH1)
exceeds about 114°C, or if there
is short-circuit in TH1.
Compressor stops if there is
short-circuit in outdoor unit heat
exchanger thermistor (TH2).
Compressor stops if there is
short-circuit in outdoor unit outside air temperature thermistor
(TH3).
Compressor stops if there is
short-circuit in outdoor unit suction thermistor (TH4).
Compressor stops if there is
short-circuit in outdoor unit 2-way
valve thermistor (TH5).
Compressor stops if there is
open-circuit in outdoor unit heat
exchanger thermistor (TH2).
Compressor stops if there is
open-circuit in outdoor unit outside air temperature thermistor
(TH3).
Compressor stops if there is
open-circuit in outdoor unit suction thermistor (TH4).
Compressor stops if there is
open-circuit in outdoor unit 2-way
valve thermistor (TH5).
Compressor stops if there is
open-circuit in outdoor unit discharge thermistor (TH1).
unit cannot receive serial signal
from outdoor unit for 8 minutes.
Compressor stops if outdoor unit
cannot receive serial signal from
indoor unit for 30 seconds.
result display
Indoor
unit
error
display
When compressor is
in operation
When compressor is
in non-operation
When compressor is
in operation
When compressor is
in operation
3 minutes after compressor startup
When in operationOperation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
At compressor startup
At compressor startup
At compressor startup
At compressor startup
At compressor startup
At compressor startup
At compressor startup
At compressor startup
At compressor startup
When in operationOperation OFF or ON
When in operationReset after reception
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Replacement of
defective parts such
as IPM
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
Operation OFF or ON Yes ✩1YesYes
(Automatic reset
when less than 8 minutes)
of serial signal
Yes ✩ 2YesYes
NoneNoneNone
unit
YesNone
Outdoor
unit
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FunctionOperationSelf-diagnosis
DescriptionDetection periodReset conditionIndoor
25 Compressor star-
tup error
26 Compressor rota-
tion error (at 120°
energizing)
27 Outdoor unit DC fan
error
28 PAM overvoltage
error
29 PAM clock errorWhen power source frequency
30 IPM pin level errorWhen Outdoor unit starts to run,
✩1—The outdoor unit restarts four times before the indoor unit error is displayed (complete shutdown).
✩2—A single error judgment results in the display of the indoor unit error (complete shutdown).
✩3—The outdoor unit restarts eight times before the indoor unit error is displayed (complete shutdown).
Compressor stops if compressor
fails to start up.
Compressor stops if there is no
input of position detection signal
from compressor or input is
abnormal.
Operation stops if there is no
input of rotation pulse signal from
outdoor unit fan motor for 30 seconds.
Compressor stops if DC voltage is
350 V or higher.
cannot be determined (at startup),
or when power source clock cannot be detected for 1 continuous
second (at startup).
MCU checks 6 control pin levels
of IPM. If MCU detects some pin
levels isn’t different from another
pin level. MCU doesn’t run Compressor.
Cooling mode is
activated even if
room temperature is low.
too cold.
Normal operation. Room tempera-
become warm.
Short-circuitWhen resis-
Cooling mode is
activated in most
cases.
Air conditioner
operates in full
power even when
set temperature is
reached.
ture is stored in
memory as
31.0°C, and compressor does not
stop.
Hot keep status
results immediately after operation starts.
Frequency does
not increase
above 30 Hz (40
Hz).
Open-circuit
tance is high
(temperature
judged lower
than actual)
Heating mode is
activated even if
room temperature is high.
Room does not
become cool.
Normal operation. Room tempera-
Room becomes
too warm.
Heating mode is
always activated.
Compressor does
not operate.
ture is stored in
memory as
18.5°C, and compressor does not
operate.
Air conditioner
operates in full
power even when
set temperature is
reached.
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ItemModeControl opera-
Heat exchanger
thermistor (TH2)
Cooling
Dehumidifying
HeatingCold air preven-
2. Outdoor unit
ItemModeControl opera-
Compressor
chamber thermistor (TH1)
Heat exchanger
thermistor (TH2)
Outside air temperature thermistor (TH3)
Suction pipe thermistor (TH4)
Cooling
Dehumidifying
Heating
Cooling
Dehumidifying
HeatingExpansion valve
AutoOperation mode
Cooling
Dehumidifying
HeatingRating control
Cooling
Dehumidifying
HeatingExpansion valve
tion
Freeze prevention
tion
tion
Expansion valve
control and compressor protection
Outdoor unit heat
exchanger overheat prevention
control
Defrosting
judgment
Operation not
affected
Defrosting
Expansion valve
control
control
When resistance is low
(temperature
judged higher
than actual)
Indoor unit evaporator may
freeze.
Cold air prevention deactivates
too soon and cold
air discharges.
When resistance is low
(temperature
judged higher
than actual)
Compressor
operates, but
room does not
become cool or
warm (expansion
valve is open).
Compressor
operates at low
speed or stops.
Defrosting operation is not activated as needed,
and frost accumulates on outdoor
unit (expansion
valve is closed).
Cooling mode is
activated even if
room temperature is low.
Normal operation. Outdoor unit ther-
Defrosting operation is activated
unnecessarily.
Compressor
operates, but
room does not
become cool
(expansion valve
is open).
Compressor
operates, but
room does not
become warm
(expansion valve
is open).
Short-circuitWhen resis-
Indoor unit evaporator may
freeze.
Compressor
operates at low
speed or stops,
and frequency
does not
increase.
Short-circuitWhen resis-
Compressor high
temperature error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor short-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor short-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor short-circuit error
indication.
mistor short-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor short-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor short-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor short-circuit error
indication.
tance is high
(temperature
judged lower
than actual)
Compressor
stops occasionally.
Cold air prevention deactivates
too slow.
tance is high
(temperature
judged lower
than actual)
Layer short-circuit or open-circuit may result in
compressor in
normal operation.
Normal operation. Outdoor unit ther-
Defrosting operation is activated
unnecessarily,
and room does
not become warm
(expansion valve
is open).
Heating mode is
activated even if
room temperature is high.
Normal operation. Outdoor unit ther-
Defrosting operation is not activated, and frost
accumulates on
outdoor unit.
Frost accumulates on evaporator inlet section,
and room does
not become cool
(expansion valve
is closed).
Frost accumulates on expansion valve outlet
section, and room
does not become
warm (expansion
valve is closed).
Open-circuit
Compressor does
not operate.
Cold air prevention does not
deactivate, and
indoor unit fan
does not rotate.
Open-circuit
Outdoor unit thermistor open-circuit error
indication.
mistor open-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor open-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor open-circuit error
indication.
mistor open-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor open-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor open-circuit error
indication.
Outdoor unit thermistor open-circuit error
indication.
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ItemModeControl opera-
tion
When resistance is low
Short-circuitWhen resis-
(temperature
judged higher
than actual)
2-way valve thermistor (TH5)
Cooling
Dehumidifying
Expansion valve
control
Frost accumulates on indoor
unit evaporator
and room does
Outdoor unit thermistor short-circuit error
indication.
not become cool
(expansion valve
is closed).
HeatingOperation not
affected
Normal operation. Outdoor unit ther-
mistor short-cir-
cuit error
indication.
[3] THERMISTOR TEMPERATURE CHARACTERISTICS
1. Indoor unit thermistor temperature characteristics
TH1TH2
CN4
43
-
+
Room temperature thermistor TH1 (yellow)
Resistance at 25 : 10 k
Resistance
(K )
K
100
80
60
40
20
Heat exchanger thermistor TH2 (orange)
Resistance at 25 : 15 k
21
-
+
TesterTester
CN4
Open-circuit
tance is high
(temperature
judged lower
than actual)
Compressor
operates, but
room does not
become cool
Outdoor unit thermistor open-circuit error
indication.
(expansion valve
is open).
Normal operation. Outdoor unit ther-
mistor open-cir-
cuit error
indication.
0
-10
010203040
TH1 Room temperature thermistor
TH2 Heat exchanger thermistor
Thermistor
Room temperature
Heat exchanger
Symbol
TH1
(CN4)
TH2
(CN4)
Temperature( )
Color
Yellow
Orange
Before measuring resistance,
disconnect connectors as
shown above.
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2. Outdoor unit thermistor temperature characteristics
500K
400K
Resistance
(K )
300K
200K
100K
0
-20 0 2060 80 100 120
TH1 Compressor thermistor
Compressor thermistor
Heat exchanger thermistor
Outdoor air temperature thermistor
Suction thermistor
2-way valve thermistor
Thermistor
Resistance at 25
52.76 k
Temperature( )
Connector
CN8
110
+
-
5.8K
Tester
4.17K
3.06K
2.28K
No.
TH1
TH2
TH3
TH4
TH5
1.72K
Resistance
(K )
Connector
No. (1) - No. (2)
No. (3) - No. (4)
No. (5) - No. (6)
No. (7) - No. (8)
No. (9) - No. (10)
Connector
CN8
110
+
-
40K
Resistance at 0
30K
14.57 k
20K
10K
0
-200206040
Tester
(In case of TH2 heat exchanger thermistor)
Resistance at 25
4.431 k
TH2 TH5
Temperature( )
TH2 Heat exchanger thermistor
TH3 Outdoor air temperature thermistor
TH4 Suction thermistor
TH5 2-way valve thermistor
Color
Before measuring resistance,
Red
disconnect connectors from PWB.
Orange
Green
Black
Yellow
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Connect with IC clip
Test mode cooling at 40 Hz
[4] HOW TO OPERATE THE OUTDOOR UNIT INDEPENDENTLY
1. Cooling in 40 Hz fixed mode
To operate the outdoor unit independently, short-circuit the sections indicated by arrows in the diagram below with an adapter, and apply 230 VAC
between (1) and (N) on the terminal board of the outdoor unit. This allows the outdoor unit to be operated in cooling mode independently.
(Do not operate the outdoor unit in this condition for an extended period of time.)
Short-circuit negative terminal of
Connect with IC clip
Test mode cooling at 40 Hz
C9C10
(L2)
capacitor (C33) and jumper wire
(JP16) using IC clip, etc.
[5] GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
1. Indoor unit does not turn on
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Cracked PWB.
(Cracked pattern)
Open-circuit in FU1 (250 V, 3 A),
FU2 (250 V, 3 A)
Check visually.There should be no cracking in
PWB or pattern.
Check melting of FU1, FU2.There should be no open-circuit.Replace PWB.
Replace PWB.
2. Indoor unit fan does not operate
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Open-circuit in heat exchanger
thermistor (TH2) (in heating operation)
Disconnected heat exchanger
thermistor (TH2) (in heating operation)
Measure thermistor resistance
(dismount for check).
Inspect connector on PWB.
Check thermistor installation condition.
3. Indoor unit fan speed does not change
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Remote control not designed to
allow fan speed change.
Check operation mode.Fan speed should change except
4. Remote control signal is not received
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Batteries at end of service life.Measure battery voltage.2.5 V or higher (two batteries in
Batteries installed incorrectly.Check battery direction.As indicated on battery compart-
Lighting fixture is too close, or fluorescent lamp is burning out.
Use Sevick light (Hitachi).Check if Sevick light (Hitachi) is
Operating position/angle is inappropriate.
Open-circuit or short-circuit in wiring of light receiving section.
Defective light receiving unit.Check signal receiving circuit
Turn off light and check.Signal should be received when
used.
Operate within range specified in
manual.
Check if wires of light receiving
section are caught.
(measure voltage between terminals 2 and 3 of connector
BCN3B).
– 1Replace thermistor.
There should be no open-circuit
or faulty contact.
Thermistor should not be disconnected.
during dehumidifying operation,
ventilation, light dehumidifying
operation, internally normal operation
series connection)
ment.
light is turned off.
Signal may not be received
sometimes due to effect of Sevick
light.
Signal should be received within
range specified in manual.
Wires of light receiving section
should not have any damage
caused by pinching.
Tester indicator should move
when signal is received.
Replace thermistor.
Install correctly.
Explain to user.
Install new batteries.
Install batteries in indicated direction.
Change light position or install
new fluorescent lamp.
Replace light or change position.
Explain appropriate handling to
user.
Replace wires of light receiving
section.
Replace PWB.
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Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Dew condensation on light receiving unit.
5. Louvers do not move
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Caught in sliding section.Operate to see if louvers are
Disconnected connector (DCNC,
DCND on relay PWB, louver
motor side)
Contact of solder on PWB
(connector section on PWB)
6. There is noise in TV/radio
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Grounding wires not connected
properly.
TV/radio is placed too close to
outdoor unit.
Other than above.Check for radio wave interfer-
7. Malfunction occurs
Check for water and rust.Signal should be received within
caught in place.
Inspect connectors.Connectors or pins should not be
Check visually.There should not be solder con-
Check grounding wire connections.
Check distance between TV/radio
and outdoor unit.
ence. (See page )
range specified in manual.
Louvers should operate smoothly. Remove or correct catching sec-
disconnected.
tact.
Grounding wires should be connected properly.
If TV/radio is placed too close, it
may become affected by noise.
Take moisture-proof measure for
lead wire outlet of light receiving
section.
tion.
Install correctly.
Correct contacting section.
Connect grounding wires properly.
Move TV/radio away from outdoor
unit.
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Malfunction caused by noise.Check for radio wave interfer-
ence. (See page )
8. Compressor does not start
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Erroneous inter-unit connection.Check wiring between indoor and
outdoor units.
Damaged IPM.Check IPM continuity.See [IPM check method] on page
Power supply voltage is too low.Measure power supply voltage
during startup.
Compressor lock.Supply current and touch com-
pressor cover (sound absorbing
material) to check if operation
starts.
Terminal board 1-N: 230 VAC, 50
Hz
Terminal board 2: serial signal
8-3.
tor (C9, C10) check method] on
page 8-2.
Fuse should not be blown.Replace fuse/diode bridge.
230±10 VAC, 50 HzMake sure that power supply volt-
Compressor should start normally.
9. Operation stops after a few minutes and restarts, and this process repeats
Correct wiring.
Replace IPM.
Replace electrolytic capacitor.
Replace fuse.
Replace outdoor unit PWB
assembly.
age is 180 V or higher.
Apply external impact to compressor.
Replace compressor.
Main causeInspection methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
Dried-up electrolytic capacitor.Measure 320-VDC line voltage.250 V or higher.Replace electrolytic capacitor.
Layer short-circuit in expansion
valve coil.
CAUTION: If fuse FU1/FU4/FU5 (outdoor unit control circuit board) is blown, be careful of charging voltage in inverter electrolytic capacitor C9, C10.
To discharge stored electricity, unplug the power cord and connect the plug of a soldering iron (100VAC, 50W) between the positive and
negative terminals of inverter electrolytic capacitor C9, C10.
Measure resistance.46±3Ω in each phase (at 20°C)Replace coil.
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[6] MALFUNCTION (PARTS) CHECK METHOD
1. Procedure for determining defective outdoor unit IPM/compressor
The following flow chart shows a procedure for locating the cause of a malfunction when the compressor does not start up and a DC overcurrent indication error occurs.
Connect power cord
to AC outlet.
Using remote control,
operate air conditioner
so that compressor
starts.
After about
20 seconds
NO
Is there 230 VAC
between (1) and (N)
on outdoor unit PCB?
YES
Is LED1 on outdoor
unit flashing?
Check inter-unit wiring.
Check indoor unit PWB.
NO
Does LED1 remain lit?
No
(unlit)
Is there 320 VDC between
pins IPM (31) and (35)?
Check posistor (PTC1)
(about 40 at 25 ).
Check IPM.
Check fan motor.
Check outdoor unit PCB.
NO
Check wiring.
Check PAM IGBT (Q5).
YES
Compressor starts up.
Immediately
after startup
Does LED1 indicate
DC overcurrent error?
NO
Does LED1 indicate
rotation error?
NO
Normal
YES
Serial signal error.
Check inter-unit wiring.
Check indoor and
outdoor unit PWBs.
Turn off the power, let the inverter electrolytic capacitor (C9, C10) discharge completely, and remove the capacitor from the control printed circuit
board (PWB). First, check the case for cracks, deformation and other damages. Then, using a needle-type tester, check continuity.
Determination of normal condition
The tester needle should move on the scale and slowly returns to the original position. The tester needle should move
in the same way when polarities are reversed. (When measurement is taken with the polarities reversed, the tester
needle exceeds the scale range. Therefore, let the capacitor discharge before measurement.)
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5. IPM check method
Turn off the power, let the large capacity electrolytic capacitor (C10) discharge completely, and dismount the IPM. Then, using a tester, check leak
current between C and E.
When using a digital tester, the (+) and (-) tester lead wires in the table must be reversed.
Needle-type testerNormal resistance value
(-)(+)
PN∞
U
(several MΩ)
V
W
5.1. IPM internal circuit diagram
Needle-type testerNormal resistance value
(-)(+)
UN∞
V
(several MΩ)
W
Values in ( ) are for digital tester.
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[7] OUTDOOR UNIT CHECK METHOD
After repairing the outdoor unit, conduct the following inspection procedures to make sure that it has been repaired completely. Then, operate the
compressor for a final operation check.
1. Checking procedures
No
.
1PreparationDisconnect compressor cords (white,
2Inverter DC power supply
voltage check
3IPM circuit checkCheck that 3 lamps (load) light.
ItemCheck methodNormal value/conditionRemedy
orange, red: 3 wires) from compressor terminals, and connect simulated
load (lamp used as load).
Operate air conditioner in cooling or
heating test operation mode.
Measure DC voltage between IPM
pins (31) and (35).
Check position detection voltage (+15
V, 5 V) on control PWB.
320 VDCReplace control PWB.
Replace diode bridge.
Correct soldered section of Fasten tabs (T1, T2, T5 - T3) on control PWB and IMP (S, C, R).
(Repair solder cracks.)
Each voltage should be normal.
Replace control PWB.
All 3 lamps (load) should light with
same intensity.
(for each phase of U, V and W).
Use multi-meter or digital tester capable of displaying two digits right of the
decimal point (0.01Ω).
tance.
sor cords to compressor.
Operate air conditioner.
Measure DC voltage between IPM
pins (31) and (35).
2. Troubleshooting of outdoor unit electric components
Does LED light?
YES
NO
Is 230 V applied
between 1 and
N on outdoor
unit terminal
board?
Check indoor
unit.
NO
YESNO
Is voltage between
IPM pins (31) and
(35) 320 V or
higher?
Resistance value at 20°C --- 0.65Ω Correct connections at compres-
sor terminals.
Replace compressor.
Each phase 46±3Ω (at 20°C)Replace expansion valve.
Compressor should operate normally.
200 VDC or higher.
5/ Short-circuit in DC fan motor
Short-circuit in IPM
Short-circuit in diode bridge
Blown fuse
Defective electrolytic capacitor
YES
Wire disconnection, PWB pattern damage
Short-circuit in PAM IGBT (Q5)
Replace control PWB.
Replace outdoor unit thermistor.
Replace compressor (in case of
compressor lock).
Does LED flash?
YES
Normal
NO
Is switching power
supply output of
13 VDC, 15 VDC
produced?
YES
Is 5 VDC output
produced?
YES
NO
NO
Defective switching power supply circuit
Malfunction of 3-terminal regulator IC4, IC1
Short-circuit in expansion valve coil
Malfunction of transistor array IC7
Solder contact or other problems
Malfunction of 3-terminal regulator IC4, IC1
Microcomputer oscillator error
Malfunction of microcomputer reset IC
Malfunction of microcomputer
Malfunction of serial signal circuit
Check wiring between indoor and outdoor units.
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3. Caution in checking printed circuit boards (PWB)
3.1. Non-insulated control circuit
The GND terminals of the low-voltage circuits (control circuits for microcomputer and thermistors and drive circuits for expansion valve and relays) on
the control printed circuit board (PWB) are connected to the compressor drive power supply (320-VDC negative terminal). Therefore, exercise utmost
caution to prevent electric shock.
If a measuring instrument used for the test is grounded, its chassis (ground) has the same electric potential as the 0-V probe. Since non-insulated circuits have the following voltage potential difference from the ground, connection of the grounding wire results in a short-circuit between the 0-V line
and the ground, thus allowing an excessive current to flow to the tester to cause damage.
If the sheaths of the thermistor lead wires or expansion valve lead wires inside the outdoor unit become damaged due to pinching by the front panel
or other metal parts or contacting a pipe, a high voltage can flow and destroy the circuits. To prevent these problems, carefully conduct assembly
work.
Outdoor unit circuits
Terminal board
Reactor
2
Point (E)
AC230V
320-VDC line
0-V line
+
-
IPM
M
1
Compressor motor
Ground
0-V line
Point (F)
3
Voltage at point (E)
+ 160V
Ground voltage
320V
- 160V
0-V line voltage (point (F))
Do not touch the
cabinet or bring metal
parts into contact with
the cabinet.
Danger!!
Do not connect
the grounding
wire.
Reason
The oscilloscope (chassis ground) has the same electric potential as the 0-V probe. The
entire electronic control section of the outdoor unit has a voltage potential difference from
the ground as shown in the above diagram. When the oscilloscope is set up, the 0-V line
and the ground voltage (ground) will be short-circuited, resulting in an excessive current
flow to cause damage to the oscilloscope or indoor electric circuits.
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[8] TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
1. Self-Diagnosis Function and Display Mode
To call out the content of the self-diagnosis memory, hold down the emergency operation button for more than 5 seconds when the indoor unit is not
operating.
• The number of indications displayed by the LEDs on the outdoor unit differs from that for the 2001 cooling unit models (for detailed display of malfunction information).
The display of malfunction No. differs from that of the 2001 cooling unit models. To show detailed malfunction information, two types of numbers
flash alternately. (example: "21" ←→ "-0")
1) The content of the self-diagnosis memory can be called out and displayed on the seven-segment display section on the indoor unit. (The error
data cannot be called out for display by the LED on the outdoor unit.)
2) If the power cord is unplugged from the AC outlet or the circuit breaker is turned off, the self-diagnosis memory loses the stored data.
a) The self-diagnosis display function of the indoor unit indicates the content of diagnosis by showing the error main category (number) and the
error sub-category (-number) alternately in 1-second intervals on the seven-segment display section of the indoor unit.
Example of self-diagnosis display on indoor unit: Compressor high-temperature error
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b) The self-diagnosis display function of the outdoor unit indicates the error information by flashing LED1 on the outdoor unit according to the con-
tent of self-diagnosis.
The self-diagnosis display function of the outdoor unit is active only for about 3 to 10 minutes after self-diagnosis is performed during operation,
and the display returns to normal condition after this display period.
The content of self-diagnosis cannot be called out by the self-diagnosis display function of the outdoor unit.
Example of self-diagnosis display on outdoor unit: Compressor high-temperature error
ON
OFF
c) The content of diagnosis is transferred to the indoor unit via serial communication, but it does not trigger a complete shutdown operation.
: Flashes in 2-sec intervals (normal), : On, : Off, : Flashes 3 times in 0.2-sec intervals (When LED1 on the outdoor unit flashes in 2-sec
intervals, the outdoor unit is in normal condition.)