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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Problem Solution
Air conditioner does not start.
Wall plug disconnected. Push plug  rmly into wall outlet.
Circuit breaker tripped. Reset circuit breaker.
Check if the light on the plug is on. If it is off, press the RESET button.
Power is OFF. Turn power ON.
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 sensor behind the air  lter is touching the cold coil. Try to 
move it so it does not contact the cold 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.
Check for potential obstructions blocking the outdoor intake/exhaust. 
Clear any obstructions.
Air conditioner cooling, but room 
is too warm - ice forming on 
cooling coil behind air  lter.
Outdoor temperature below 64°F (18°C). To defrost the coil, set to FAN 
ONLY mode. 
Air  lter may be dirty. Clean  lter. Refer to Cleaning and Maintenance 
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 air  lter.
Dirty or restricted air  lter. Clean  lter. Refer to Cleaning and Maintenance 
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.
Any open doors, windows, or registers may allow cold air to escape. Close 
any doors, windows, or registers.
The room may be too warm. Allow additional time to remove “stored 
heat” from walls, ceiling,  oor and furniture.
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.