Troubleshooting Tips Before calling for service, review this list. It may save you time and expense. This list includes common occurrences that are not the result of defective workmanship or materials in this appliance. Troubleshooting Tips Page 25 Problem Solution Air conditioner does not start Wall plug disconnected. Push plug firmly into wall outlet. House fuse blown or circuit breaker tripped. Replace fuse with time delay type or reset circuit breaker. Plug current device tripped. Press the RESET button. Power is Off. Turn Power On and set to desired setting. Unit turned off and then on quickly. Turn unit off and wait 3 minutes before restarting.
Air from unit does not feel cold enough Room temperature below 62°F (17°C). Cooling may not occur until room temperature rises above 62°F (17°C). Temperature sensing element touching cold coil, located behind air filter. Straighten tube away from coil. Reset to a lower temperature. Compressor shut-off by changing modes. Wait approximately 3 minutes and listen for compressor to restart when set in the COOL mode. Air conditioner cooling, but room is too warm- ice forming on cooling coil behind decorative front. Outdoor temperature below 64°F (18°C). To defrost the coil, set to FAN ONLY mode. Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section.
To defrost, set to FAN ONLY mode. Thermostat set too cold for night-time cooling. To defrost the coil, set to FAN ONLY mode. Then, set temperature to a higher setting. Air conditioner cooling, but room is too warm- NO ice forming on cooling coil behind decorative front Air filter may be dirty. Clean filter. Refer to Care and Cleaning section. To defrost, set to FAN ONLY mode. Temperature is set too high, set temperature to a lower setting. Air directional louvers positioned improperly. Position louvers for better air distribution. Front of unit is blocked by drapes, blinds, furniture, etc. - restricts air distribution. Clear obstruction in front of unit. Doors, windows, registers, etc.
open - cold air escapes. Close doors, windows, registers. Unit recently turned on in hot room. Allow additional time to remove “stored heat” from walls, ceiling, floor and furniture. Air conditioner turns on and off rapidly Dirty air filter- air restricted. Clean air filter. Outside temperature extremely hot. Set FAN speed to a higher setting to bring air past cooling coils more frequently.