Troubleshooting - EdgeStar FP430 Owner's Manual

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Follow the troubleshooting guide below to resolve common issues.
Issue
Unit is not functioning at
all and shows no signs of
power.
Unit is making strange
noises
Unit is making a loud
continuous metallic
knocking or pinging
sound
Unit runs for a little while
and then it trips the
power cord or the circuit
breaker
The control panel lights
blink randomly
Unit has an HH error
Unit has an OC error
Unit has a SC error
Unit has power, but the
compressor does not run
Possible Cause
Unit is not receiving
power
Insufficient power
AC power cord
DC power cord
Disconnected wire
Some noises are normal
The unit is not level
Unit may have been
shipped on its side
Damaged compressor
The unit may be plugged
into an outlet that cannot
supply the correct
amount of current
Unit may have a faulty
control panel
Ambient temperature has
exceeded 104°F
Thermostat error was
detected
A short circuit in
thermostat detected
Ambient temperature is
too low
Disconnected wire
Solution
Make sure the unit is
plugged in
Move the unit to another
outlet. Check your circuit
breaker. (Refer to the
rating label on the back
of the unit to determine
the Amperage draw)
Test with a different cord.
If unit works, replace the
AC power cord.
Test the unit with another
power supply, e.g.
another vehicle with a
known working DC
power outlet.
Contact customer service
Review the normal
sounds section of this
manual.
Move the unit to a level
surface
Shut off the unit. Let the
unit sit on a level surface
for at least 24 hours and
restart.
Contact customer service
Contact an electrician if
the unit works in a
different room or circuit
Restart the unit, and if
issue persists, contact
customer service
Restart the unit, and if
issue persists, contact
customer service
Restart the unit, and if
issue persists, contact
customer service
Restart the unit, and if
issue persists, contact
customer service
Move the unit to a
warmer location.
Contact customer service