Frequently,
a problem
is minor and a service
call may not be necessary,
use this troubleshooting
guide for a
possible
solution.
PROBLEM
Air conditioner
will
not operate
Inefficient
or no cooling
POSSIBLE
CAUSE
SUGGESTED
SOLUTION
No power to the unit.
Dirty air filter.
Inappropriate
capacity
for application.
Blocked
air flow.
Power interruption,
settings
change too quickly, or
compressor
overload tripped.
Check connection
of power cord to
power source.
Check fuse or circuit breaker.
Set FAN CONTROL
to position
other
than
"OFF".
Clean
or replace
air filter.
Check
with dealer
to determine
proper
unit
capacity
for application.
Remove
obstruction
from grill or
outdoor
louvers.
Let fan run to restart
compressor
(in approximately
10 minutes).
Noisy
unit
Loose
parts.
Tighten
loose
parts.
Inadequate
support.
Provide
additional
support
to unit.
Odors
Formation
of mold,
mildew,
or
Remove
drain
plug and drain
base
pan.
algae
on wet surfaces.
Replace
drain
plug.
Clean
unit thoroughly.
Add
flexible
tubing
to redirect
water
flow.
Water
dripping
outside
Condensation
run-off
is norma
during
hot and humid
weather
(See Fig. 14, Page
12)
Water
dripping
inside
Unit is not properly
angled
to
Unit must be installed
on an angle
for proper
allow
water
to drain
outside,
condensation
run-off.
Check
the unit and
make
adjustments.
Ice or frost
build-up
Low outside
temperature.
Unit air filter
is dirty.
When outdoor
temperature
is approximately
65°F or below,
frost may form when unit is in
cooling
mode.
Switch
unit to FAN (only)
operation
until frost melts.
Remove
and clean filter.
NOTE:
If circuit breaker
is tripped
repeatedly,
or fuse is blown
more than once, contact
a ficensed
technician.