Troubleshooting; Tips For Energy Saving - Sanyo SAP–K91A Technical & Service Manual

If your air conditioner does not work properly, first check the following points before requesting service. If
it still does not work properly, contact your dealer or service center.
Trouble
Air conditioner does not
run at all.
OPERATION lamp flashes
and air conditioner does
not operate.
Compressor runs but
soon stops.
Poor cooling
performance.
Clicking sound is heard
from the air conditioner.
OPERATION lamp lights
but outdoor unit will not
run.
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Troubleshooting

Possible Cause
1. Power failure.
2. Leakage circuit breaker tripped.
3. Line voltage is too low.
4. Operation button is OFF.
5. Batteries in remote control unit
have run down.
Trouble in wiring system.
Obstruction in front of condenser coil. Remove obstruction.
1. Dirty or clogged air filter.
2. Heat source or many people in
room.
3. Doors and/or windows are open.
4. Obstacle near air intake or air
discharge port.
5. Thermostat is set too high for
cooling.
During cooling operation, plastic
parts may shrink due to sudden
temperature change. In this event, a
clicking sound may occur.
1. The use of portable telephones
near the air conditioner may cause
disturbance to its normal
operation.

Tips for Energy Saving

Block the air intake and outlet of the unit. If they are obstructed,
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the unit will not work well, and may be damaged.
Let direct sunlight into the room. Use sunshades, blinds or curtains.
•
If the walls and ceiling of the room are warmed by the sun, it will
take longer to cool the room.
Do
Always try to keep the air filter clean. (Refer to ''Care and Cleaning''.)
•
A clogged filter will impair the performance of the unit.
To prevent conditioned air from escaping, keep windows, doors and
•
any other openings closed.
Remedy
1. Restore power.
2. Contact service center.
3. Consult your electrician or dealer.
4. Press the button again.
5. Replace batteries.
Contact service center.
1. Clean air filter to improve airflow.
2. Eliminate heat source if possible.
3. Shut them to keep the heat out.
4. Remove it to ensure good airflow.
5. Set the temperature lower.
This is normal, and the sound will
soon disappear.
1. Turn off the power then restart the
air conditioner after 1 minute.
2. Consult your dealer.
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