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M. TROUBLESHOOTING
M.1. Troubleshooting Tips
COMPLAINT
Unit does not operate.
Unit Trips Circuit Breaker or
Blows Fuses.
LCDI Power Cord Trips
(Reset Button Pops Out).
Unit Does Not Cool/ Heat Room
Sufficiently, or Cycles On And Off
Too Frequently.
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CAUSE
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The unit is turned to the off position, or the
thermostat is satisfied.
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The LCDI power cord is unplugged.
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The LCDI power cord has tripped (Reset
button has popped out).
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The circuit breaker has tripped or the
supply circuit fuse has blown.
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There has been a local power failure.
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Other appliances are being used on the
same circuit.
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An extension cord is being used.
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The circuit breaker or time-delay fuse is
not of the proper rating.
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The LCDI power cord can trip (Reset
button pops out) due to disturbances on
your power supply line.
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Electrical overload, overheating, or cord
pinching can trip (Reset button pops out)
the LCDI power cord.
NOTE:
A damaged power supply cord must be replaced with a new power supply cord obtained from the product manu-
facturer and must not be repaired. The power cord must be replaced by trained service personnel.
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The return/ discharge air grille is blocked.
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Windows or doors to the outside are open.
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The temperature is not set at a cool
enough/ warm enough setting.
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The filter is dirty or obstructed.
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The indoor coil or outdoor coil is dirty or
obstructed.
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There is excessive heat or moisture
(cooking, showers, etc.) in the room.
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The temperature of the room you are
trying to cool is extremely hot.
SOLUTION
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Turn the unit to the on position and raise or lower temperature
setting (as appropriate) to call for operation.
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Plug into a properly grounded 3 prong receptacle. See "Electrical
Rating Tables" on Page 6 for the proper receptacle type for your
unit.
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Press and release RESET (Listen for click. Reset button latches
and remains in.) to resume operation.
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Reset the circuit breaker, or replace the fuse as applicable. If
the problem continues, contact a licensed electrician.
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The unit will resume normal operation once power has been
restored.
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The unit requires a dedicated outlet circuit, not shared with other
appliances.
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Do NOT use an extension cord with this or any other air condition-
er.
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Replace with a circuit breaker or time-delay fuse of the proper
rating. See Table E.1 for the proper circuit breaker/ fuse rating for
your unit. If the problem continues, contact a licensed electrician.
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Press and release RESET (Listen for click. Reset button latches
and remains in.) to resume normal operation.
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Once the problem has been determined and corrected, press
and release RESET (Listen for click. Reset button latches
and remains in.) to resume normal operation.
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Ensure that the return and/ or discharge air paths are not blocked
by curtains, blinds, furniture, etc.
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Ensure that all windows and doors are closed.
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Adjust the Temperature control to a cooler or warmer setting as
necessary.
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Clean the filter, (see Routine Maintenance), or remove obstruction.
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Clean the coils, (see Routine Maintenance), or remove obstruction.
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Be sure to use exhaust vent fans while cooking or bathing and,
if possible, try not to use heat producing appliances during the
hottest part of the day.
•
Allow additional time for the air conditioner to cool off a very hot
room.
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