Common Issues
The following problems are not a malfunction and in most situations will not require repairs.
Issue Possible Causes
Unit does not turn
on when pressing
ON/OFF button
The Unit has a 3-minute protection feature that prevents the unit from
overloading. The unit cannot be restarted within three minutes of being
turned off.
The set temperature has been reached, at which point the unit turns off the
compressor. The unit will continue operating when the temperature
fluctuates again.
The indoor unit
emits white mist
In humid regions, a large temperature difference between the room’s air
and the conditioned air can cause white mist.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
The unit changes from
COOL/HEAT mode to
FAN mode
The indoor unit makes
noises
A rushing air sound may occur when the louver resets its position.
expansion and contraction of the unit’s plastic parts.
Both the indoor unit
and outdoor unit make
noises
Low hissing sound during operation: This is normal and is caused by refrigerant
gas flowing through both indoor and outdoor units.
Low hissing sound when the system starts, has just stopped running, or is
defrosting: This noise is normal and is caused by the refrigerant gas stopping or
changing direction.
Squeaking sound: Normal expansion and contraction of plastic and metal parts
caused by temperature changes during operation can cause squeaking noises.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
If ANY of the following conditions occurs, turn off your unit immediately!
• The power cord is damaged or abnormally warm
• You smell a burning odor
• The unit emits loud or abnormal sounds
• A power fuse blows or the circuit breaker frequently trips
• Water or other objects fall into or out of the unit
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIX THESE YOURSELF! CONTACT AN AUTHORIZED
SERVICE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY!
A squeaking sound may occur after running the unit in COOL mode due to
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