● Troubleshooting by Alarm Code

Alarm
Protective device of indoor unit activated (float switch)
Code

“RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the contact between #1 and #2 of CN14 is not closed over 120 seconds
during the cooling, ventilation or heating operation.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
PCB: Indoor Unit PCB

No Activation of Safety Device

Is DC12V applied between #2 and GND
(such as Float Switch FS) or
of CN14? Incorrect Wiring

Yes
Example of AVD and AVV Types

Faulty PCB
GND
THM1 THM2 THM3 THM4 THM5 CN1925

CN3 CN4 CN14

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

High water Clogging of Check drain pan. Remove clogged

Level Drainage foreign particles.

Check continuity when Replace float switch

Fault
drain level is low. if faulty.
Activation of
Float Switch
Faulty Faulty Measure resistance Repair looseness and
Float Switch Contacting by tester. replace connector.

Faulty
Check connections. Repair connection.
Connection

Check PCB by
Faulty Indoor Unit PCB Replace it if faulty.
self-checking.

<Outdoor Unit PCB1 Display Indication>

Alarm Code
Indoor Unit No. for Failure
Alarm
Code Protective device of outdoor unit activated (HP pressure switch)

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when one of safety devices is activated during compressor running.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Does CMC1 ON
when starting?
Yes No

Is the voltage between PCN2 #1 No (No Voltage)

and faston terminal "/" on Faulty PCB1
PCB1 220V or 240V during LED ON?

No (No Looseness)
Yes Check Wiring Connection
Except for PCB1

Is the protective device

still operating? No Yes Restart after connecting
Is PCN2 or PCN16
No continuity between #1 PCN2 or PCN16 on
on PCB1 loosened?
and #3 of PCN2, PCN16 PCB1 correctly.
on PCB1.
Yes

Does CMC1 turn

ON for more than Faulty PCB1
3 seconds?
Yes

Normal PCB1

Check activation of the following safety devices. Remove the cause after checking.
High Pressure Switch (PSH): 4.15MPa

Check Item
Connector for
Connector for CMC1 Faston Terminal
Protection Device
380-415V/50Hz
N1
PCN3 380V/60Hz PCN2 or PCN16
220V/60Hz S1

High Pressure Switch

(Connector No.)
Model
PSH1 PSH2
(PCN2) (PCN16)
SK-HPH076* to SK-HPH114* -
SK-HPH136* to SK-HPH232*
 Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Clogging of Heat
Remove clogging.
Exchanger?

Check for dust on

air filter. Remove dust.
Insufficient Air Flow to
Heat Exchanger
Check for any obstacles
(Outdoor Heat Exchanger
at inlet or outlet of Remove obstacles.
during Cooling Operation
heat exchanger.
or Indoor Heat Exchanger
during Heating Operation)
Check the service
Secure service space.
space.

Check for speed.

Replace fan motor
Outdoor Fan: Cooling
if faulty.
Indoor Fan: Heating

Disconnected of Repair looseness or

Connector reconnect connector.
Expansion Valve Trouble
Fully closed and locked. Replace expansion
Activation of valve.
High Pressure
Switch due to
Excessively
High Discharge Reduce heat load or
Calculate heat load.
Pressure use a bigger unit.

Check for hot air near

Make good circulation.
Excessively High Temp. the ceiling (at Heating).
Air to Indoor Unit
Heat Exchanger Check for short Remove
circuited air (at Heating). short-circuited air.

Check for other

heat source. Remove heat source.

Measure discharge
Faulty
pressure.
Pressure Replace it if faulty.
Check continuity after
Switch
decreasing of pressure.
Faulty High
Pressure Insufficient Measure resistance Repair looseness.
Switch Contacting by tester. Replace connector.

Incorrect Check connections. Repair connections.

Connection
 Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Check for clogging. Remove clogging.

Check connecting
Replace connector.
wiring and connectors.

Faulty or Malfunction of Check operating sound

Replace coil.
Expansion Valve from coil.

Check discharge gas

Replace thermistor.
thermistor.

Check attaching
state of discharge Reattach thermistor.
gas thermistor.
Activation of
High Pressure Faulty Solenoid Valve Check for clogging. Replace solenoid valve.
Switch due to
Excessively
High Discharge
Pressure Check cycle operating
Charge refrigerant
Overcharged Refrigerant temp. and expansion
correctly.
valve opening.

Mixture of Non-Condensable Check ambient temp. Recharge refrigerant

Gas in Refrigerant Cycle and pressure. after vacuum pumping.

Clogging of Discharge Piping Check for clogging. Remove clogging.

Liquid Line Stop Valve or

Gas Line Stop Valve are Check stop valves. Fully open stop valve.
not in Operation

Clogging of Check Valve Check for clogging. Replace check valve.

Alarm
Improper communication between outdoor unit and indoor unit
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, or
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

This alarm is indicated when abnormality lasts for 3 minutes after normal transmitting occurs between
indoor units and outdoor unit, and also abnormality lasts for 30 seconds after the micro-computer is
automatically reset.
The alarm is indicated when the abnormal transmitting lasts for 30 seconds from the starting of the
outdoor unit.
Investigate the cause of overcurrent and take necessary action when fuses are melted or the breakers
for the outdoor unit are activated.
 PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
PCB: Indoor Unit PCB
Is DSW10-1P No
(Terminating Resistance) Set it correctly.
on PCB1 ON?
Yes
No Is the voltage No Check the fuses of
Is LED1 (red) between faston terminal
outdoor unit power
on PCB1 ON? "R1" and "/" of PCB1
supply.
220V or 240V?
Yes
Yes
Remove terminals of
#1 and #2 on TB2. *1) Yes
Is the fuse for
Replace fuse.
PCB1 melted?
Outdoor
Yes No Unit
Is LED3 (yellow)
on PCB1 ON?

No

Faulty PCB1
Is LED3 (yellow) No
on PCB1 flashing
more than once in
10 seconds?
Yes

Connect terminals of
#1 and #2 on TB2.

No
Is PCB setting
Non-pole operating. Set it correctly.

Yes
Yes Is LED3 (yellow) Yes
Is LED3 (yellow)
ON even if #1 and #2 Faulty PCB.
on PCB ON?
on TB2 is removed?
No
No
Check other indoor units.

No Check wiring between

Is LED3 (yellow) on
outdoor unit and indoor
PCB flashing more than
units or fuse (EF1) for
once in 10 seconds.
PCB. Indoor
Yes Unit

Does refrigerant system

setting between DSW1, No
DSW8 on PCB1 and Set it correctly.
DSW5, RSW2 on PCB
correspond?
Yes
No
Does Alarm occur with
Faulty PCB.
all indoor units?
Yes

Faulty PCB1.

*1): In case that terminating resistance (DSW10-1P) is OFF when Hi-NET Connection are performed.
Set the terminating resistance to ON when #1 and #2 on TB2 is removed. Set
the terminating resistance to OFF when #1 and #2 on TB2 are reconnected.

Check Item
Power Supply Faston Terminal
380-415V/50Hz N1
380V/60Hz N1
220V/60Hz S1
 Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Measure voltage by
Power Failure or No Power Supply Supply power.
tester.

Check for breakage Remove short circuit

Short Circuit between Wires
of insulation. and replace fuse.

Melted Fuse for Short Circuited Wire Measure insulation Remove short circuit to
Power Source to Ground resistance. ground and replace fuse.
or Activation of
Outdoor Unit Measure resistance
Replace comp. and
Breaker Faulty Comp. Motor between wires and
fuse.
insulation resistance.

Measure resistance
Faulty Outdoor Unit Replace outdoor unit
between wires and
Fan Motor fan motor and fuse.
insulation resistance.

Check for breakage Remove short circuit

Short Circuit between Wires
of insulation. and replace fuse.

Short Circuit of Control Measure insulation Remove short circuit

Circuit (to Ground) resistance. and replace fuse.
Melted Fuse for
Control Circuit Faulty Solenoid Coil for
or Activation of Measure resistance Replace magnetic
Magnetic Switch for Comp.
Outdoor Unit of coil. switch and fuse.
Motor
Breaker
Measure resistance Replace the fan motor
Failure of Outdoor Unit
between wires and and fuse.
Fan Motor
insulation resistance.

Failure of Fan Module

for Outdoor Fan Replace the fan module.

PCB1 Power Circuit Failure Measure PCB1

Replace PCB1.
output voltage. *1)

Disconnected Between Outdoor Unit Check continuity of

and Indoor Unit Replacing wires,
Wires Insufficient wires.
repairing, tightening
Contacting or Check for looseness
screws and correct
Incorrect of connection screws.
Power Source Wiring wiring.
Connection Check terminal No.
for Outdoor Unit

Disconnected Wires to PCB Check connections. Correctly connect wires.

Faulty PCB
(Outdoor Unit,
Indoor Unit)
Faulty PCB Replace it if faulty.

Check continuity Replacing Wires,

Disconnected Wire
and looseness of Repairing and
Insufficient Contacting
connection screws. Tightening Screws
Incorrect Wiring

Incorrect Wiring Check terminal No. Correctly connect wires.

Check for unit number Set unit number

Incorrect Setting of Indoor Unit Number setting of RSW on correctly by RSW on
Indoor PCB Indoor PCB.
*1): 12VDC between VCC12 and GND2, 5VDC between VCC05 and GND1,
12VDC between VCC12 and GND1, 15VDC between VCC15 and GND1,
24VDC between VCC24 and GND1, 12VDC between VCC12T and GND1
Alarm Improper communication between PCB1 of outdoor unit and inverter
Code controller module of compressor

“RUN” light f ashes and “ALARM” is indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when abnormality lasts for 30 seconds after normal transmitting occurs
between the outdoor unit PCB1 and PCB2, and also abnormality lasts for 30 seconds after the
micro-computer is automatically reset. The alarm is indicated when the abnormal transmitting lasts
for 30 seconds from the starting of the unit.

No PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Is LED2 (green) on Disconnect CN14 PCB2: Inverter PCB
PCB1 flashing? of PCB1.

Yes

Check the wiring Yes

Is LED2 (green) on
between PCB1 and Check PCB2. *1)
PCB1 flashing?
PCB2.
No

Check PCB2. Faulty PCB1. <Outdoor Unit PCB1 Display Indication>

Abnormal Transmitting
of Inverter

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Disconnected Between PCB1 and Check continuity of

PCB2 Replacing wires,
Wires, Insufficient wires.
repairing, tightening
Contacting or Check for looseness
screws and incorrect
Incorrect Power Source Wiring of connection screws.
wiring.
Connection for Outdoor Unit Check connection No.

Disconnected Wires Repair wiring

Check connections.
Faulty PCB to PCB connections.
PCB1 and PCB2
Faulty PCB Replace PCB if faulty.

Check conductivity Replace power fuse,

Faulty Electrical Melted Power Fuse of power fuse, power power transistor, and
Components transistor, diode module. diode module.
Power Fuse, Disconnected Check resistance of
Resistance Replace incoming
Incoming Current Limit incoming current limit
current limit resistance.
Resistance resistance.

Check continuity. Replacing Wires,

Disconnected Wires
Check for looseness Repairing and
Insufficient Contacting
of connection screws. Tightening Screws
Incorrect Wiring
Incorrect Wiring Correctly Connect
Check connection No.
Wires
*1): When the unit is applied with excessive surge current due to lighting or other causes, this alarm code “04” or the
inverter stoppage code (IT) “11” will be indicated and the unit can not be operated. In this case, check to ensure
the surge absorber/surge arrester (SA) on the noise filte (NF1, NF2). The surge absorber may be damaged if the
inner surface of the surge absorber is black. In that case, replace the surge absorber.
If the inside of the surge absorber is normal, turn OFF the power once and wait until PCB2’s LED201 (red) is OFF
(approx. 5 min.) and turn ON again.

< Position of Surge Absorber >

SK-HPH76/96/114/170/190/212/232*

Surge Absorber (SA)

(Surge Arrester)

SK-HPH136/154*
Surge Absorber (SA)
(Surge Arrester)
Alarm
Abnormal Transmitting between Fan Controller and Outdoor PCB
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when abnormality lasts for 30 seconds after normal transmitting occurs
between the outdoor unit PCB1 and fan controller, and also abnormality lasts for 30 seconds after the
micro-computer is automatically reset. The alarm is indicated when the abnormal transmitting lasts for
30 seconds from the starting of the outdoor unit.

No PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Is LED2 (green) on Disconnect CN14 PCB2: Inverter PCB
PCB1 flashing? of PCB1.

Yes

Check the wiring Yes

Is LED2 (green) on Check
between PCB1, PCB2
PCB1 flashing? Fan Controller. *1)
and Fan Controller.
No

Check Fan Controller. Faulty PCB1. <Outdoor Unit PCB1 Display Indication>
Abnormal Transmitting
of Fan Controller

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Disconnected Between PCB1, PCB2 Check continuity of

and Fan Controller Replacing wires,
Wires, Insufficient wires.
repairing, tightening
Contacting or Check for looseness
screws and incorrect
Incorrect Power Source Wiring of connection screws.
wiring.
Connection for Outdoor Unit Check connection No.

Disconnected Wires Repair wiring

Check connections.
to PCB connections.

Faulty PCB
Faulty PCB Replace PCB if faulty.
PCB1 and PCB2
Fan Controller
Melted Fuse Check conductivity Replace
(Fan Controller) of fuse. fan controller. *1)

Check conductivity Replace power fuse,

Faulty Electrical Melted Power Fuse of power fuse, power power transistor, and
Components transistor, diode module. diode module.
Power Fuse, Disconnected Check resistance of
Resistance Replace incoming
Incoming Current Limit incoming current limit
current limit resistance.
Resistance resistance.

Check continuity. Replacing Wires,

Disconnected Wires
Check for looseness Repairing and
Insufficient Contacting
of connection screws. Tightening Screws
Incorrect Wiring
Incorrect Wiring Correctly Connect
Check connection No.
Wires

*1): The fan controller may be damaged if the fuse of fan controller is melted. In that case, replace the fan controller.
Alarm
Incorrect power supply phase sequence
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the main power source phase is reversely connected or one phase is not
connected.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Yes
Single Phase Correctly connect each phase
(Is there any phase not connected?) of power source.
PCB1 is normal
No
Yes
Correctly connect each phase
Reverse Phase Connection?
of power source.
PCB1 is normal
No
Yes
Is there any excessively voltage
Abnormality with Power Source.
decrease at power source?
PCB1 is normal
No

Faulty PCB1.

Voltage for unit to

be suspended. Running Voltage: Check Item
"B" V
Power Supply “A” “B”
380-415V/50Hz 323 342 to 456
380V/60Hz 323 342 to 418
Starting Voltage:
Less than "A" V 220V/60Hz 187 198 to 242

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Check it according Replacing Wires, Repair,

Activation of Reverse or Single Phase to electrical wiring Tightening Screws or
Reverse Phase in item 15.4.1. Correct Wiring
Sensor in
Outdoor Unit Replace PCB1 if
Faulty Outdoor Unit PCB1
faulty.
Alarm
Improper voltage of inverter controller module in compressor
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the alarm code is indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when voltage between terminal

“P” and “N” of transistor module (IPM) is insufficient and
its occurrence is three times in 30 minutes. In the case that
the occurrence is fewer than 2 times, retry is performed.

<Outdoor Unit PCB1 Display Indication>

Abnormal of Inverter

Restart operation.

In case of 380-415V/50Hz, 380V/60Hz:

Is the power supply voltage 380V+10% or No
Check wiring and
415V+10% ?
wire sizes.
In case of 220V/60Hz:
Is the power supply voltage 220V+10%?
Yes

In case of 380-415V/50Hz, 380V/60Hz: No

Is the power supply voltage more than 323V?
In case of 220V/60Hz:
Is the power supply voltage more than 187V?
Yes

Does the voltage Yes

fall during operation
by operation of
other apparatus?
No Frequency can Faulty CMC.
increase higher Replace it.
than 60Hz.
Abnormal
Does LED201 on PCB2 Yes How is Compressor stops
ON after compressor's compressor immediately. Check CMC for Compressor.
electromagnetic switches operation? (lower than 30Hz)
(CMC) turn ON? Normal
Compressor stops
No when frequency Faulty PCB2.
increase. (Approx. Replace it.
Is connection correctly 31Hz to 60Hz)
No
between PCB2,
Connect correctly.
capacitors A*,
DCL and CMC?
Yes (Loose Wiring,
* Be careful especially because of high voltage. Change of
Yes Color)
Is the DC voltage Check capacitors A*. Replace capacitors.
over B* V?
Fault Capacitors have high voltage.
No Normal Be careful especially. *1)
Check Item
Faulty transistor module.
A* B*
Power Supply Capacitor Voltage (DC) Replace it.
380-415V/50Hz
CB1, CB2 460
380V/60Hz Check the wiring, the transistor
220V/60Hz CB 230 module and capacitors A*. *2)
In case the wiring is correct,
replace the transistor module.

*1): If capacitor has high voltage, perform the high voltage discharge work according to the item 13.4.
*2): Checking procedures of transistor module is indicated in the item 13.4.
Alarm
Code
Improper voltage of fan control module

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the alarm code is indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when voltage between terminal “R” and “S” of Fan Controller is insufficient and
its occurrence is three times in 30 minutes. In the case that the occurrence is fewer than 2 times,
retry is performed.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Restart operation.

Is the power supply No

Check wiring and
voltage 220V+10% or
wire sizes.
240V+10%?
Yes

Is the power supply No

voltage more than
187V?
Yes

Does the voltage Yes

fall during operation
by operation of
other apparatus?
No Fan revolution
can increase.
Yes How is
Does LED201 on Fan stops Faulty fan controller.
fan motor
fan controller ON? immediately. Replace it.
operation?
No Fan stops when
fan revolution is
increasing.
No
Is connection correctly
Connect correctly.
at fan controller?
Yes

<Outdoor Unit PCB1 Display Indication>

Abnormal of Fan Controller

NOTES:
• I f fan controller has high voltage, perform the high voltage discharge work according to the item 13.4.
• Check the wiring connection according to the checking procedure of fan controller indicated in the item 13.4.
Alarm
Low superheat degree of discharge temperature (TDSH)
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

In the case that the discharge gas superheat is less than 10 deg. at the top of the compressor and it
lasts for 30 minutes, retry operation is performed. However, when the alarm occurs twice within two
hours, this alarm code is indicated.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Is the thermistor on No Position of Thermistor

top of compressor Faulty Thermistor THM8 (Td1) THM9 (Td2)
normal? *1)
Yes

Is the thermistor No
installed correctly Install it correctly. for Inverter Drive for Inverter Drive
on the compressor?
Yes SK-HPH076* to SK-HPH114*
Heating
Is it at cooling or
SK-HPH136* to SK-HPH212*
heating mode when the Heating Operation
alarm has occurred?
Cooling

Cooling Operation

Check the high-pressure Check the high-pressure

and compressor discharge and compressor discharge
gas temperature and gas temperature and
calculate superheat value calculate superheat value
by outdoor unit PCB1. by outdoor unit PCB1.

Is superheat value Is superheat value

under 10oC? under 10oC?
No No
Yes Yes

Remove sudden
No fluctuation of load
Match the Are the refrigerant Is the opening of the No
piping and electric like short path by
refrigerant piping outdoor unit heat
wiring matching? discharge air from
and electric wiring. exchanger's expansion
the outdoor unit, or
Yes valve under 8%?
the cause of frequent
Yes thermo-ON/OFF.
No Is the connector on
Plug the indoor unit PCB for
connector properly. expansion valve Are the connectors
connected properly? (*2) of PCB1 of the
outdoor unit heat No
Yes Plug the connectors
exchanger's electric (*2) of PCB1
expansion valve properly.
connected properly?

*1): Refer to "Characteristics of Thermistor" of "Alarm Code 23". Yes

*2): PCB1 Connector No. is shown in the below. No
Charge correct
MV1 MVB
Is refrigerant
refrigerant quantity.
correctly charged?
CN10 CN12 Refer to TC.
Yes
No
Check the
Is gas leaking?
expansion valve.
Yes

Repair leaks of gas.

Correctly charge
refrigerant.
 Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Ref. Cycle is Different from Check ref. cycle and

Repair wiring.
the Electrical System the electrical system.

Correctly charge
Overcharged Refrigerant Check pressures.
refrigerant.

Check expansion Replace expansion valve

Faulty Expansion Valve
valve.(Refer to 13.4) if faulty.

Replace PCB and

Fault Replace PCB if faulty.
Decrease of check operation.
Discharge Gas
Superheat Faulty PCB Disconnected
Wires for Repair wiring
Expansion Check connections.
connections.
Valve Control

Check resistance Replace thermistor

Fault
of thermistor. if faulty.
Faulty
Discharge Incorrect Correctly mount
Check mounting state.
Gas Mounting thermistor.
Thermistor
Remove looseness,
Incorrect
Check connections. replace connector or
Connection
repair connections.
Alarm
Excess discharge temperature
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

This alarm is indicated when the following conditions occurs three times within one hour;
(1) The temperature of the thermistor on the top of the compressor is maintained higher than 132°C for
10 minutes, or (2) The temperature of the thermistor on the top of the compressor is maintained higher
than 140°C for 5 seconds.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Is the thermistor on No Position of Thermistor

top of compressor Faulty Thermistor THM8 (Td1) THM9 (Td2)
normal? *1)
Yes

Is the thermistor No
installed correctly Install it correctly. for Inverter Drive for Inverter Drive
on the compressor?
Yes SK-HPH076* to SK-HPH114*
Heating
Is it at cooling or
SK-HPH136* to SK-HPH212*
heating mode when the Heating Operation
alarm has occurred?
Cooling

Cooling Operation

Check the outdoor unit Check the outdoor unit

PCB1 if the compressor PCB1 if the compressor
discharge gas discharge gas
temperature is over temperature is over
No No
132oC. 132oC.
Yes Yes

Remove sudden
Is the opening of No fluctuation of load
the outdoor unit like short path by
expansion valve discharge air from
100%? the outdoor unit, or
the cause of frequent
Yes thermo-ON/OFF.

Are the connectors

Remove sudden No (*2) of PCB1 of the No
fluctuation of indoor Is the opening of all the outdoor unit heat Plug the connectors
load (short path, etc.) operating indoor units exchanger's (*2) of PCB1
or short path of air expansion valve 100%? expansion valve properly.
between outdoor units. connected properly?
Yes
Yes

No
Charge correct
Is the quantity of *1): Refer to "Characteristics of Thermistor"
refrigerant quantity.
refrigerant correct? of "Alarm Code 23".
Refer to TC.
*2): PCB1 Connector No. is shown
Yes
No in the below table.
Check the MV1 MVB
Is gas leaking?
expansion valve. CN10 CN12
Yes

Repair leaks of gas.

Recharge refrigerant.
 Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Ref. Cycle is Different from Check ref. cycle and

Repair wiring.
the Electrical System the electrical system.

Correctly charge
Undercharge of Refrigerant Check pressures.
refrigerant.

Check expansion valve. Replace expansion valve

Faulty Expansion Valve
(Refer to 1.3.3) if faulty.

Excessively High Replace PCB and

Fault Replace PCB if faulty.
Discharge Gas check operation.
Temperature Faulty PCB
(at Top of Disconnected
Compressor) Wires for Repair wiring
Check connections.
Expansion connections.
Valve

Check resistance Replace thermistor

Fault
of thermistor. if faulty.
Faulty
Incorrect
Discharge Correctly mount
Mounting of Check mounting state.
Gas thermistor.
Thermistor
Thermistor
Remove looseness,
Incorrect
Check connections. replace connectors or
Wiring
repair connections.
Alarm
Improper communication between outdoor unit modules
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

O.U.: Outdoor Unit

Is operating line between outdoor Yes Connect operating line between

unit A and outdoor unit B connected outdoor unit A and outdoor unit B
to Hi-NET transmission terminal? to O.U.~O.U. transmission terminal.
Also, reset the power supply.
No

Yes Connect operating line between

Is operating line between outdoor outdoor unit A and outdoor unit C
unit A and outdoor unit C connected to O.U.~O.U. transmission terminal.
to Hi-NET transmission terminal? Also, reset the power supply.
No

Is operating line between outdoor Yes Correctly connect wiring between

unit and outdoor unit connected outdoor unit and outdoor unit and
INCORRECTLY? reset the power supply.
No

Abnormality of PCB1 in
outdoor unit A

Outdoor Unit

Unit A Unit B Unit C

(Main) (Sub) (Sub)
Alarm
Incorrect sub-module setting of outdoor units
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

O.U.: Outdoor Unit

Is DSW6 setting for Yes Set DSW6 correctly for

outdoor unit B and C correct? outdoor unit B and C and
(DSW6: outdoor unit address setting) reset the power supply.
No

Are 4 (four) or more Yes Correctly connect operating line

outdoor units connected to between outdoor unit and outdoor
O.U.~O.U. transmission terminal? unit and reset the power supply.
No

Is operating line between outdoor Yes Correctly connect wiring between

unit and outdoor unit connected outdoor unit and outdoor unit and
INCORRECTLY? reset the power supply.
No
Outdoor Unit
Abnormality of PCB1 in
outdoor unit A

Unit A Unit B Unit C

(Main) (Sub) (Sub)

Alarm
Code Incorrect main module setting of outdoor units

“RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

O.U.: Outdoor Unit

Is DSW6 setting for No Set DSW6 correctly for

outdoor unit B and C correct? outdoor unit B and C and
(DSW6: outdoor unit address setting) reset the power supply.
Yes

Are 4 (four) or more Yes Correctly connect operating line

outdoor units connected to between outdoor unit and outdoor
O.U.~O.U. transmission terminal? unit and reset the power supply.
No

Outdoor Unit
Abnormality of PCB1 in
outdoor unit A

Unit A Unit B Unit C

(Main) (Sub) (Sub)
Alarm
Abnormal inlet air temperature sensor of indoor unit
Code
● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

This alarm is indicated when the thermistor is short-circuited (less than 0.24 KΩ) or cut (greater than
840 KΩ) during the cooling or heating operation. The system will automatically restart when the fault
is removed.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
PCB: Indoor Unit PCB

No
Is it connected to
Connect it.
THM1 (intake) of PCB?

Yes

Is resistance of THM1 No
between 0.24kΩ and Faulty Thermistor
840kΩ?
Yes

Thermistor for
Faulty PCB Air Inlet Temperature
(THM1)

In Case of 4-Way Cassette Type

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Replace thermistor
Fault Check resistance.
if faulty.
Faulty Intake
Air Thermistor
Connect wiring
Incorrect Connection Check connection.
correctly.

Replace PCB and

Faulty PCB Replace PCB if faulty.
check operation.

90
82
80

70
61
60
Thermistor 50
<Outdoor Unit PCB1 Display Indication>
Resistance
46
(Alarm Code 11~19)
(kΩ) 40 35

30 27
20.5
20 16
12.5
10
10 8 5.3 Alarm Code (11~19)
3.6 2.5
0 Indoor Unit No.
-15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60 for Failure
Ambient Temperature (oC)
Thermistor Characteristics
NOTE:
Thess data are applicable to the following thermistors;
1. Indoor Unit Discharge Air Temperature, 2. Indoor Unit Intake Air Temperature, 3. Indoor Unit Liquid Piping
Temperature, 4. Indoor Unit Gas Piping Temperature, 5. Outdoor Air Temperature, 6. Outdoor Unit Liquid
Piping Temperature, 7. Outdoor Unit Gas Piping Temperature
Alarm
Abnormal outlet air temperature sensor of indoor unit
Code

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.
★ This alarm is indicated when the thermistor is short-circuited (less than 0.24KΩ) or cut (greater than
840 KΩ) during the cooling or heating operation. The system will automatically restart when the fault
is removed.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

PCB: Indoor Unit PCB

No
Is the thermistor connected
Connect it.
to THM2 of PCB?
Yes
No
Is resistance of THM2
between 0.24 and 840kΩ? Faulty Thermistor

Yes Refer to "Alarm Code 11"

for thermistor resistance.
Faulty PCB Thermistor
for Air Outlet
Temperature
(THM2)

In Case of 4-Way Cassette Type

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Replace thermistor
Fault Check resistance.
if faulty.
Faulty Air Outlet
Thermistor
Connect wiring
Incorrect Connection Check wiring to PCB.
correctly.

Replace PCB and

Faulty PCB Replace PCB if faulty.
check operation.
Alarm Abnormal liquid pipe humidity sensor of heat exchanger of
Code
indoor unit
● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the thermistor is short-circuited (less than 0.24 KΩ) or cut (greater than
840 KΩ) during the cooling operation or heating operation. The system will automatically restart
when the fault is removed.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
PCB: Indoor Unit PCB

Freeze Protection
No Thermistor (THM3)
Is the thermistor connected
Connect it.
to THM3 of PCB?
Yes
No
Is resistance of THM3
between 0.24 and 840kΩ? Faulty Thermistor

Yes Refer to "Alarm Code 11"

for thermistor resistance.
Faulty PCB

In Case of 4-Way Cassette Type

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Replace thermistor
Fault Check resistance.
Faulty Freeze if faulty.
Protection
Thermistor Connect wiring
Incorrect Connection Check wiring to PCB.
correctly.

Replace PCB and

Faulty PCB Replace PCB if faulty.
check operation.
Alarm Abnormal gas pipe temperature sensor of heat exchanger
Code of indoor unit

● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.
This alarm is indicated when the thermistor is short-circuited (less than 0.24 KΩ) or cut (greater than
840 KΩ) during the cooling or heating operation. The system will automatically restart when the fault is
removed.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

PCB: Indoor Unit PCB

No
Is it connected to
Connect it.
THM5 of PCB?

Yes

Is resistance of THM5 No
between 0.24kΩ and Faulty Thermistor
840kΩ?
Refer to "Alarm Code 11" Thermistor for
Yes for thermistor resistance. Heat Exchanger
Gas Pipe
Faulty PCB In Case of 4-Way Cassette Type

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Replace thermistor
Fault Check resistance.
if faulty.
Faulty Gas Pipe
Thermistor
Connect wiring
Incorrect Connection Check wiring to PCB.
correctly.

Replace PCB and

Faulty PCB Replace PCB if faulty.
check operation.
Alarm Activation of Protection Device for Indoor Fan
Code Motor (Cassette Type-Model)
● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section,
and the alarm code is indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB.
★ This alarm is indicated when the following conditions occurs three times in 30 minutes.
* Indoor fan rotates less than 70rpm for 5 seconds during operation.
★ Check to ensure that power is OFF before checking the connector connections. If not, PCB and fan
motor may be damaged.

Does the indoor

fan run?
No

Check the connector PCB1: CN1, CN19, PCN1, PCN7

as shown on the right. PCB2: CN201, CN202, PCN201, PCN202, PCN203

Insufficient voltage for PCB2.

Yes (DC 280V)
Is LED1 on
PCB2 OFF? Faulty PCB2 Replace PCB2

No

Is the voltage between Vcc15

Is DC power No and GND1 of PCB2 15V+10%?
supply for PCB2 Faulty PCB2 Replace PCB2
correctly?

Yes

Yes
Is LED4 on PCB1 Faulty PCB1 Insufficient voltage for PCB1. Replace PCB1
OFF? or Transformer or Transformer

No

Is the voltage between Vcc05

Is DC power No and GND of PCB1 5V+5%?
Faulty PCB1 Replace PCB1
supply for PCB1 or Transformer or Transformer
correctly? Is the voltage between Vcc12
and GND of PCB1 12V+10%?
Yes
Remove CN201 on PCB2.
Is fan motor Yes Is the voltage between CN201 #3
speed control command Faulty and GND1 more than 1V? Replace
to fan motor Fan Motor Fan Motor
correctly?

No
Is the voltage between GND
of PCB1 and PC1 2# of PCB2
Yes several voltage?
Is pulse signal to Faulty PCB2 Replace PCB2
PCB2 correctly? PCN202

PC1-2# PC1 Electrical

No Box

LED1
Faulty PCB1 CN201 CN202
CN201-3# PCB2

TB1
PCN203
Replace PCB1 TB2 CN202
PCN7 PCN1 CN1 CN201

LED4
PCB1 CN19
Transformer
Alarm Protective device of fan motor in indoor
Code unit activated
● “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
● The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section,
and alarm code is indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the temperature of the internal thermostat for the indoor fan motor is
higher than 120oC or 135oC. (120oC: AVV, 135oC: AVH)

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Yes
No Is continuity present No No
Does the indoor
at the internal thermostat Is fan motor hot? Replace the motor.
fan run?
of indoor fan motor?
Yes Yes

Yes
Is connection bad at Repair wiring and
the connector? connections.

No

No
Is the coil resistance
Replace the motor.
of fan motor normal?

Yes

Check indoor temperature.

If it is unusual, take suitable
action to reduce it.

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Measure coil
Faulty Indoor Unit
resistance and Replace motor if faulty.
Fan Motor
insulation resistance.

Check continuity after

Activation Replace fan motor if
Fault fan motor temperature
of Internal no continuity.
decreases to room temp.
Thermostat for
Indoor Unit Faulty
Fan Motor Insufficient Measure resistance Correct looseness.
Internal
Contacting by tester. Replace connectors.
Thermostat

Incorrect
Check connections. Repair connections.
Connection
Alarm
Abnormal high pressure sensor (outdoor unit)
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section,
and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the pressure sensor voltage decreases by lower than 0.1V or increases
by higher than 4.9V during running.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Is the connection CN7 Yes

of the outdoor unit Connect correctly.
PCB1 abnormal?
No

Is 12 VDC applied No
across #1 and #3 of the
Faulty PCB1.
connector CN7 of the
outdoor unit PCB1?
Yes

Is voltage under
0.1 VDC or over 4.9VDC No
across #2 and #3 of the Faulty PCB1.
connector CN7 of the
outdoor unit PCB1?
Yes

Yes
Is the Check Joint
Replace check joint.
Clogged?
No

Abnormality of High
Pressure Sensor.

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Check output voltage Replace pressure

Fault
is correct. sensor if faulty.
Faulty High
Pressure Sensor
Repair wiring and
Incorrect Connection Check connections.
connections.

Replace PCB1 and

Faulty PCB1 Replace PCB1 if faulty.
check operation.

Indicated
Malfunction of Pressure
Pressure Value Check for clogging
Sensor due to Faulty Replace check joint.
is Excessively of check joint.
Check Joint
High or Low
Alarm Abnormal ambient temperature sensor (outdoor unit)
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the thermistor is short-circuited (less than 0.2 KΩ) or cut (greater than
500 KΩ) during running.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

No Outdoor Unit
Is it connected to Ambient Thermistor
Connect it.
THM7 (Ta) of PCB1? (THM7)
Yes

Is resistance of THM7 No
between 0.2kΩ and Faulty Thermistor
500kΩ?
Refer to "Alarm Code 11"
Yes for thermistor resistance.

Faulty PCB1

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Replace thermistor
Faulty Fault Check resistance.
if faulty.
Outdoor Unit
Ambient
Thermistor Repair wiring and
Incorrect Connection Check wiring to PCB1.
connections.

Replace PCB1 and

Faulty PCB1 Replace PCB1 if faulty.
check operation.
Alarm Abnormal discharge temperature sensor
Code (outdoor unit)

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the wired remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, or
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1. If abnormality
with the thermistor is found out, check all the thermistors as shown below.

★ T his alarm is indicated when the thermistor is in short-circuited (less than 0.9 KΩ) or open-circuit(greater than
5,946 KΩ) during running.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Position of Thermistor
No
Is the setting of DSW2 Set DSW2 on PCB1 THM8 (Td1) THM9 (Td2)
on PCB1 right? correctly.

Yes

Inverter Drive 1 Inverter Drive 2

Are discharge gas
thermistors (THM8, No SK-HPH076* to SK-HPH154*
THM9) connected to Connect them.
THM8 (TD1) and
SK-HPH170* to SK-HPH232*
THM9 (TD2) on PCB1?
Yes

Characteristics of Thermistor
Is resistance of
discharge gas thermistors No
(THM8 and THM9) same Faulty Thermistor.
with characteristic in
right figure? 200
R25=200kΩ
Yes Resistance B=3920k
of Thermistor
(kΩ) 100
72.3
Faulty PCB1
14.2
8.32
0 25 50 100 120 150

Ambient Temperature (oC)

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Replace thermistor
Fault Check resistance.
if faulty.
Faulty Discharge
Gas Thermistor
Repair wiring and
Incorrect Connection Check wiring to PCB1.
connections.

Replace PCB1 and

Faulty PCB1 Replace PCB1 if faulty.
check operation.

Check setting of Correctly set

Incorrect Setting of DSW2 on PCB1
DSW2 on PCB1. DSW2 on PCB1.
Alarm Abnormal liquid-side temperature sensor in heat
Code exchanger (outdoor unit)
ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the wiredremote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.
If abnormality with the thermistor is found out, check the thermistors as shown below.

★ This alarm is indicated when the thermistor is in short-circuit

(less than 0.2 KΩ) or open-circuit (greater than 840 KΩ) for
8 minutes during running.

If this thermistor is faulty, this alarm is indicated.

Are thermistors connected to No

THM10 (Te) or THM17 (Tchg) Connect it.
on PCB1?
< Details for Thermistor >
Yes
Te Thermistor (THM10)
Butyl Sheet Tchg Thermistor (THM17)

Is resistance of the No
thermistor between Faulty Thermistor
0.2kΩ and 500kΩ? Plastic Sheet
Refer to "Alarm Code 11"
Yes for thermistor resistance.

Faulty PCB1
Butyl Sheet
Evaporation
Liquid Pipe Thermistor Holder
Te: Thermistor for Outdoor Liquid Pipe
Tchg: Thermistor for Super Cooling Main Line
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Faulty Replace thermistor

Fault Check resistance.
Outdoor Unit if faulty.
Liquid Pipe
Thermistor Repair wiring and
Incorrect Connection Check wiring to PCB1.
connections.

Replace PCB1 and

Faulty PCB1 Replace PCB1 if faulty.
check operation.
Alarm Abnormal gas-side temperature sensor in heat exchanger
Code (outdoor unit)

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the wired remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1. If abnormality
with the thermistor is found out, check all the thermistors as shown below.

★ This alarm is indicated when the thermistor is in short-circuit

(less than 0.2KΩ) or open-circuit (greater than 840KΩ) for 8
minutes during running.

If this thermistor is faulty, this alarm is indicated.

No
Are thermistors connected to
THM11 (Tg) or THM23 (Tbg) Connect it.
on PCB1? < Details for Thermistor >
Yes Tg Thermistor (THM11),
Butyl Sheet Tbg Thermistor (THM23)

Is resistance of the No
thermistor between Faulty Thermistor
0.2kΩ and 500kΩ? Plastic Sheet
Refer to "Alarm Code 11"
Yes for thermistor resistance.

Faulty PCB1
Butyl Sheet

Tg: Thermistor for Outdoor Gas Pipe Thermistor Holder

Tbg: Thermistor for Super Cooling Bypass Line
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Replace thermistor
Faulty Fault Check resistance.
if faulty.
Outdoor Unit
Gas Pipe
Thermistor Repair wiring and
Incorrect Connection Check wiring to PCB1.
connections.

Replace PCB1 and

Faulty PCB1 Replace PCB1 if faulty.
check operation.
Alarm
Abnormal LP pressure sensor (outdoor unit)
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the wired remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the pressure sensor voltage is lower than 0.1V or
higher than 4.9V during running.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Is the connection CN8 Yes

of the outdoor unit Connect correctly.
PCB1 abnormal?
No

Is 12 VDC applied across No

#1 and #3 of the connector
Faulty PCB1
CN8 of the outdoor circuit
board PCB1?
Yes

Is voltage under 0.1 VDC

or over 4.9 VDC across No
#2 and #3 of the connector Faulty PCB1
CN8 of the outdoor unit
PCB1?
Yes

Yes
Is the Check Joint
Replace the check joint.
clogged?
No

Abnormality with Low

Pressure Sensor.

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Check output voltage Replace pressure

Fault
is correct. sensor if faulty.
Faulty Low
Pressure Sensor
Repair wiring and
Incorrect Connection Check connections.
connections.

Replace PCB1 and

Faulty PCB1 Replace PCB1 if faulty.
check operation.

Indicated
Malfunction of Pressure
Pressure Value Check for clogging
Sensor due to Faulty Replace check joint.
is Excessively of check joint.
Check Joint
High or Low
Alarm
Incorrect capacity combination of indoor and outdoor units
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the wirde remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the capacity setting dip switch, (DSW2) on the outdoor unit PCB1,
is not set (all the settings from #1 to #6 are OFF) or mis-setting.
★ This alarm is indicated when the total indoor unit capacity is smaller than 50% or greater than 130% of
the combined outdoor unit capacity.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
PCB: Indoor Unit PCB
Are #1-#6 of DSW2 on Yes
the outdoor unit PCB1 Set the capacity for PCB1.
set incorrectly?
No

Are #1-#4 of DSW3 on Yes

the indoor unit PCB set Set the capacity for PCB.
incorrectly?
No

Are the setting of DSW1 and

DSW8 on the outdoor unit No
PCB1 and the setting of
DSW5 and RSW2 on the Set them correctly.
indoor unit PCB totally same Outdoor Unit PCB1: DSW1, DSW8
in a refrigerant cycle? Indoor Unit PCB: DSW5, RSW2
Yes

Total capacity of the

indoor units is wrong.

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Check combination
Incorrect Capacity Setting of Indoor Unit of indoor units and Correctly set dip switch,
capacity setting on PCB. DSW3.

Check capacity setting Correctly set dip switch,

Incorrect Capacity Setting of Outdoor Unit
on outdoor unit PCB1. DSW2.

Check outdoor unit

Ensure that total
Total Indoor Unit Capacity Connected to the model by calculating
indoor unit capacity is
Outdoor Unit is Beyond Permissible Range total indoor units
from 50% to 130%.
capacity.

Check refrigeration
Refrigeration Cycle Setting of Outdoor Unit cycle setting on
Set them correctly.
and Indoor Unit is Different outdoor unit PCB1 and
indoor unit PCB.

Refrigerant Cycle No. Setting

DSW1 DSW8 Ref. Cycle No. Setting

Setting is required.
Setting Before Shipment

DSW1 DSW8
ON ON

1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4

Tens Digit Last Digit

(Setting before shipment is unit 0.)

Alarm
Abnormal Transmitting between Outdoor Units
Code
ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the wired remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section,
and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the following condition occurs after normal transmitting between outdoor
unit and outdoor unit is maintained;
‡ Abnormality is maintained for 30 seconds.
‡ Abnormality is maintained for 30 seconds even after micro-computer reset (automatically).

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

No Faulty
Is LED1 turned ON on PCB1 Check the power supply Turn ON the power supply.
of outdoor unit B and C? of outdoor unit.

Yes Good

Yes
Is fuse of outdoor unit Inspect the cause and
PCB1 blown out? replace the fuse.

No
Replace the PCB1 of
outdoor unit B or C.

Correctly connect the

Is operating line between Yes operating line between
outdoor unit and outdoor unit outdoor unit and outdoor
loosened or disconnected? unit. Also, reset
the power supply.
No
Replace the PCB1 of
outdoor unit B or C.

Outdoor Unit

Unit A Unit B Unit C

(Main) (Sub) (Sub)
Alarm Incorrect system number of outdoor unit or address
Code number of indoor unit
ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the wired remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section,
and the alarm code is indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm code is indicated when indoor units No. are duplicated in one system after power ON for
5 minutes.

NOTE:
In the case of Hi-NET System, this alarm code is indicated when DSW1 and DSW8 of the outdoor
unit PCB1 and DSW5 and RSW2 of the indoor unit PCB are incorrectly set.
In this case, set them correctly after turning OFF the main switch, and again turn ON the main
switch. When the refrigerant No. setting of outdoor unit and the other outdoor unit are duplicated,
the alarm “35” may go ON and OFF repeatedly.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Alarm
Incorrect Indoor Unit Combination
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section,
and the alarm code is indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the indoor unit connected to outdoor unit is designed for refrigerant R22
type or other noncollectable equipment.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
Alarm
Abnormal protective circuit of outdoor unit
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and the alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when AC 220V or 240V is not detected in A* during inverter compressor
stoppage.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

No
Is AC220V or 240V applied
Faulty PCB1
A* during stopping?

Yes
PCB1 is normal
Check wiring connection
of other PCB1. *1)

Power Supply A*
380-415V/50Hz Between terminal #3 of PCN2, PCN16 and faston terminal
380V/60Hz “N1” on PCB1
220V/60Hz Between terminal #3 of PCN2, PCN16 and faston terminal
“S1” on O.U. PCB1

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Activation of Starting Outdoor Unit at Refer to Alarm Code

Activation of Pickig up Alarm Code History:
Picking up Circuit “02” and “09”
Circuit for Protection “02” and “09” before “38”.
for Protection

Abnormality of
Check voltage supplied Repair wiring
Picking up Circuit Incorrect Connection
to connectors. connections.
for Protection

Faulty PCB1 Replace PCB1.

*1): Check wiring system connecting to PCN2 and PCN16 on PCB1.

 Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Excessively High or Operate within

Low Voltage of 380-415V ±10%
Power Source
Excessively Large
Running Current of Imbalance Among Adjust voltage between
Compressor Motor Phase at Power Source each phase.

Excessively High
Check for causes.
Discharge Pressure

Melted Fuse for

Replace the fuses.
Power Source

Looseness of Screws
Single Phase Operation Tightly fix screws.
for Power Source

Overcurrent Deterioration of Contact

Replace magnetic
of Compressor of Magnetic Switch for
contactor.
Motor Compressor

Failure of Compressor
Locked-up? Replace compressor.
Bearing

Insulation Failure of Measure insulation

Replace compressor.
Compressor Motor resistance.

Check continuity
Fault Replace CT when faulty.
during stoppage.

Incorrect Measure resistance Remove looseness

Faulty CT
Connection by tester. and replace connector.

Incorrect
Check wiring. Correctly wiring.
Wiring
Alarm
Abnormal capacity of outdoor unit
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the total capacity of outdoor unit connected to O.U.~O.U. transmission
terminal exceeds 88HP.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
O.U. Outdoor Unit
Yes
Has PCB1 of outdoor Set the DSW2 of the
unit A, B ,C or D been replaced PCB1 correctly.
replaced?
No

Is the operating line between No

outdoor unit and outdoor unit Set the DSW6 of the
connected correctly? replaced PCB1 correctly.

Yes
Outdoor Unit

Abnormality of
outdoor unit total capacity
Unit A Unit B Unit C Unit D
(Main) (Sub) (Sub) (Sub)

Alarm
Incorrect combination of outdoor unit models
Code

“RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the model setting for outdoor unit connected to O.U.~O.U. transmission
terminal is incorrect.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
O.U. Outdoor Unit

Yes Set the DSW2 and DSW7

Has PCB1 of outdoor unit A, of the replaced PCB1
B ,C or D been replaced? correctly.
No

Is the operating line between No Correctly connect

outdoor unit and outdoor unit the operating line and
connected correctly? reset the power supply.
Yes
Outdoor Unit

Incorrect combination of
outdoor units
(Check the outdoor unit
combination again.) Unit A Unit B Unit C Unit D
(Main) (Sub) (Sub) (Sub)
Alarm
Abnormal communication between main and sub units of outdoor unit
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the wired remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section,
and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when transmission to outdoor unit B or C,D is NOT maintained for 30 seconds.
(Alarm code “31” will be indicated when transmission to all the outdoor units connected to O.U.~O.U.
transmission terminal is NOT maintained.)

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

O.U.: Outdoor Unit

No Faulty
Is LED1 turned ON on PCB1 Check the power supply Turn ON the power supply.
of outdoor unit B and C,D? of outdoor unit.

Yes Good

Yes
Is fuse of outdoor unit Inspect the cause and
PCB1 blown out? replace the fuse.

No
Replace the PCB1 of
outdoor unit B or C.

Correctly connect the

Is operating line between Yes operating line between
outdoor unit and outdoor unit outdoor unit and outdoor
loosened or disconnected? unit. Also, reset
the power supply.
No
Replace the PCB1 of
outdoor unit B or C.

Outdoor Unit

Unit A Unit B Unit C Unit D

(Main) (Sub) (Sub) (Sub)
Alarm
Low pressure ratio protection activated
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” is indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code is alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when a compression ratio, İ= {(Pd + 0.1) / (Ps + 0.06)} is calculated from
a discharge pressure (Pd MPa) and suction pressure (Ps MPa) and the condition lower than
İ < 1.8 occurs more than three times (including three) in one hour.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

No
Does the inverter operate? Check the inverter.
Yes
No
Check the compressor and
Does the compressor operate?
power cable.
Yes

Yes
Is the reversing valve spindle
Replace the reversing valve if faulty.
mounted at middle position?
No

No
Are the high-pressure sensor and Replace the high-pressure sensor
the low-pressure sensor normal? or the low-pressure sensor if faulty.
Yes

Yes
Is there a leak in the Solenoid Replace the Solenoid Valve
Valve for Hot Gas Bypass (SVA)? (SVA) if faulty.
No

Check if the intake air temperature is

too low at the indoor or outdoor units.

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Inverter is not Functioning Check inverter. Repair faulty part.

Compressor is not Operating Check compressor. Replace comp. if faulty.

Valve Stoppage at Middle Measure suction pipe Replace reversing valve

Position of Reversing Valve temp. of reversing valve. if faulty.
Excessively
Low Compression Check connector for
Ratio Abnormality of High or Low
PCB1, power source Replace sensor if faulty.
Pressure Sensor
and pressure indication.

Check indoor unit and

Excessively Low Indoor Replace thermistor
outdoor unit air temp.
Intake Air Temperature if faulty.
thermistor.

Leakage from Solenoid

Check Solenoid Valve. Replace SVA if leaking.
Valve (SVA)
Alarm
Pressure increase protection of LP activated
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section,
and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ In case that compressor is operated under the condition that is higher than 1.4MPa of suction pressure
(Ps) for 1 minute, all compressors are stopped and retry operation is started after 3 minutes.
However this alarm is indicated when same phenomenon is occurred at two times within the next
30 minutes.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Yes
Is there a leak in the Replace the solenoid valve (SVA)
solenoid valve (SVA)? if faulty.
No

Yes
Is the reversing valve spindle
mounted at middle position? Replace the reversing valve if faulty.

No
No
Replace the low-pressure sensor
Is the low-pressure sensor normal?
if faulty.
Yes

Check if the indoor/outdoor intake

air temperature is too high.

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Check connecting wires.

Leakage of Solenoid Check outlet pipe temp.
Replace solenoid valve
Valve (SVA) of solenoid valve (SVA).
(SVA) if faulty.

Measure suction gas

Valve Stoppage at Middle Replace reversing valve
pipe temp. of reversing
Position of Reversing Valve if faulty.
Excessively valve.
Low Suction
Pressure Abnormal Suction Check connectors of
Replace sensor if faulty.
Pressure Sensor PCB1 and power source.

Excessively High Indoor Check indoor unit and

Replace thermistor
Unit and Outdoor Unit outdoor unit suction
if faulty.
Suction Air Temperature air temp. thermistor.
Alarm
Pressure increase protection of HP activated
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ In case that compressor is operated under the condition that is higher than 3.8MPa of discharge
pressure (Pd) for 1 minute, all compressors are stopped and retry operation is started after 3 minutes.
However this alarm is indicated when same phenomenon is occurred at two times within the next
30 minutes.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
PCB: Indoor Unit PCB
Yes
Is there a leakage of the Replace the solenoid valve (SVA)
solenoid valves (SVA)? if faulty.
No
Yes
Is the outdoor unit stop valve
Open the stop valve.
closed?
No
No Check connection of the circuit
Is the high-pressure sensor normal? board connector. Replace the
high-pressure sensor if faulty.
Yes
Yes Check the circuit board and
Are expansion valves fully connection of the circuit board
closed and locked? connector. Replace the electronic
expansion valves if faulty.
No
Check the outdoor electronic expansion valve during cooling
and the indoor electronic expansion valve during heating.
Are electric wiring and refrigerant Yes
piping between the indoor and Correctly connect it.
outdoor unit incorrectly connected?
No NOTE:
In the case of Hi-NET system, check the refrigerant
system setting of the outdoor PCB1 and indoor PCB.
Check if indoor or outdoor intake
air temperature is too high.

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Check connection.
Leakage of Solenoid Valve Check outlet temp. of
Replace solenoid valve
(SVA) solenoid valve (SVA).
(SVA) if faulty.

Closed Stop Valve Check stop valve. Open stop valve.

Abnormal High Pressure Check connectors for Replace pressure

Sensor PCB1. sensor if faulty.
Excessively
High Discharge Excessively High Indoor Check thermistor for
Pressure Replace thermistor
Unit and Outdoor Unit indoor unit and outdoor
if faulty.
Inlet Air Temp. unit inlet air temp.

Incorrect Connection between Check electrical system

Correctly connect.
Indoor Unit and Outdoor Unit and ref. cycle.

Repair connector for

Locked Expansion Valve Check connector for
PCB or expansion valve.
with Fully Closed PCB.
Replace it if faulty.
Alarm Low pressure protection of LP activated
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and

the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.
★ This alarm is indicated when a suction pressure (Ps) is lower than 0.09 MPa over 12 minutes and
its state occurs more than three times PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
(including three) in one hour. PCB: Indoor Unit PCB
No
Is the quantity of refrigerant correctly? Correctly charge refrigerant.
Yes
No
Is the outdoor stop valve open? Open the stop valve.
Yes
Yes
Is refrigerant leaking? Repair leaks.
No
No
Replace suction pressure sensor
Is suction pressure sensor normal?
if faulty.
Yes
Yes Check connection of the connectors
Are the electronic expansion valves
and the circuit board. Replace the
fully closed and locked?
electronic expansion valves if faulty.
No
Check the indoor expansion valve during cooling
and the outdoor expansion valve during heating.

Check if connections of electric wiring NOTE:

and refrigerant piping between the indoor In the case of Hi-NET system, check the
and outdoor unit are wrong. refrigerant system setting of the outdoor PCB1 and
indoor PCB.

Action
Phenomenon Cause Check Item
(Turn OFF Main Switch)

Check ref. charged

Repair leakage and
Shortage of Ref. volume or check for
correctly charge.
leakage.
Closed Stop Valve Check stop valve. Open stop valve.

Abnormal Low or High Check connector Replace pressure

Pressure Sensor for PCB1. sensor if faulty.
Excessively
Low Suction Incorrect Connection Correctly connect
Pressure Check electrical
between Indoor Unit and between indoor unit
(in Vacuum) system and ref. cycle.
Outdoor Unit and outdoor unit.
Repair connector for
Locked Expansion Valve Check connector for
PCB or expansion valve.
with Fully Closed PCB.
Replace it if faulty.
Check Td thermistors
Closed Expansion Valve by for compressors and Repair or replace
Disconnecting Td Thermistor measure Td thermistor Td thermistor.
resistance.

Measure coil resistance Replace outdoor fan

Faulty Outdoor Fan Motor
and insulation resistance. motor if faulty.

Check for conduction

Internal after temperature of Replace outdoor fan
Thermostat for Fault
outdoor fan motor is motor.
Outdoor Fan decreased.
is Activated Faulty
in Heating Internal Incorrect Measure resistance Remove looseness
Operation Thermostat Contact by tester. and replace connector.

Incorrect
Check connection. Connect correctly.
Connection
Alarm
Inverter controller over-current protection activated (1)
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when inverter electronic thermal protection is activated at six times within
30 minutes. (Retry operation is performed up to the occurrence of five times.)
Conditions of Activation:
Inverter current 5% higher than rated current lasts for 30 seconds continuously.
or
Inverter current runs intermittently and the accumulated time reaches up to
3 minutes during with 10 minutes.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

PCB2: Inverter PCB

Is the cause of
stoppage " " of "2"
troubleshooting by Refer to next page.
7-segments display
Restart operation. "2" or "4"?
"4"

Is the compressor Yes (Transistor Module is normal.)

current larger than
activation current?
Is discharge pressure
No high?
Smaller than
activation current. Check pressure and
refrigeration cycle.

Check for clogging of

the heat exchanger.

Check the fan motor.

Abnormal
Check the diode module. *1) Replace the diode module.

Abnormal
Check the inverter
circuit board (PCB2) Connect it correctly.
connection. *2)

Normal
Transistor Module (IPM)
is faulty. Replace it.

*1): Regarding replacing or the checking diode module, refer to the item 13.4.
*2): Regarding replacing or checking method for inverter parts, refer to the item 13.4.
Alarm
Inverter controller over-current protection activated (2)
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.
★ This alarm is indicated when instantaneous overcurrent occurs at six times within 30 minutes.
(Retry operation is performed up to the occurrence of five times.)
Conditions of Activation: Inverter current with 150% of the rated current
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
Turn off power and PCB2: Inverter PCB
No Yes disconnect U, V, W No Faulty
Restart operation. from compressor
Does it trip soon? terminals. Check PCB2 *1) Replace PCB2.
Turn ON #1 of DSW1
No It trips on PCB2 and restart. Normal
immediately. Does it trip?
Is there any cause No
Yes It trips. Check the
of instantaneous
compressor.
voltage drop?
Yes
It trips after a Check the power
certain period. source capacity.
Faulty
Check the transistor Replace the
module (IPM). *1) transistor module.
It trips
occasionally. Normal
Replace PCB2.
Is the compressor Yes
running current as Check the
same as activation compressor.
current?
No
Faulty
Check the diode Replace the diode
module. *2) module.
Good

Are the input currents Yes (Input currents nearly equal (+3%).)
of three phases nearly Replace PCB2.
equal? (+3%)
No (Input currents out of balance.)
Check the power
supply.
No
Is the supply voltage 380-415V/50Hz+10%,
380V/60Hz+10% or 220V/60Hz+10% ?
Yes

In case of 380-415V/50Hz, 380V/60Hz: No Check the capacity

Is it 323V or more during operation? and wiring of the
In case of 220V/60Hz: power source.
Is it 187V or more during operation?
Yes

In case of 380-415V/50Hz, 380V/60Hz: No

Is it 323V or more during operation when other devices are operating?
In case of 220V/60Hz:
Is it 187V or more during operation when other devices are operating?

Yes
Replace PCB2.

*1): Perform electrical discharge when replacing or the checking for inverter parts by referring to the item 13.4.
**2) Before checking of diode module, refer to the item 13.4.
Alarm
Abnormal current sensor of inverter controller
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ In case that the abnormality of current transformer (0A detecting) occurs three times within 30 minutes,
this alarm is indicated at the third time.
(Retry operation is performed up to second time of abnormality occurrence.)
Condition of Activation: When the frequency of compressor is maintained at 15 to 18Hz after
compressor is started, one of the absolute value of running current detected
by the current transformer at each phase U+, U-, V+ and V- is less than
1.5A (including 1.5A).

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Restart operation. PCB2: Inverter PCB

Compressor stops Faulty PCB2

immediately. (nearly 18Hz) and replace PCB2. *2)
How is compressor
operation when
restarted?
Compressor is not
operated.
P17 is appeared. *1)

Abnormal
Is the coil resistance
Replace Comp.
of compessor normal?

Normal

G Is output of
PCB2 correct? *2) Abnormal
G Or is output of voltage Check PCB2 or
between U and V, the transistor module.
V and W, W and U
correct?
Normal
Replace PCB2. *2)

*1): P17 is shown at 7-segment on the outdoor unit PCB1.

*2): Perform the high voltage discharge work by referring to the item 13.4 before checking and replacing the inverter
parts.

196
Alarm
Incorrect control signals of inverter controller
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ IPM (Transistor Module) has detected function of abnormality.

This alarm is indicated when the transistor module detects the abnormality seven times in 30 minutes.
(Retry operation is performed up to the occurrence of six times.)
Conditions of Activation:
Abnormal Current to the Transistor Module such as Short Circuited or Grounded
Abnormal Temperature of the Transistor Module
Control Voltage Decrease PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
PCB2: Inverter PCB
No (It trips after a certain period.)
Restart operation.
Does it trip soon? Check the compressor.
(Itc=21)
Yes Is high pressure increased?
(It trips immediately.)
Check pressure and
refrigerant cycle.

Check clogging for

heat exchanger.

Check fan motor.

No
Is power line is Connect power line
connected to CT? to CT (Current Transformer).

Yes
(Itc=1, 12)
Turn off power, disconnect Normal
U, V, W from compressor No
Failure of PCB2.
terminals and restart. Check the compressor. Replace the PCB2.
Does the protecting function
activate? *3) Abnormal
Yes Check the compressor.

Faulty Normal
Check the transistor Replace the PCB2 and
Check the PCB2. the transistor module.
module. *1) *2)
Normal Abnormal
Replace the transistor module.

Is the silicon grease coated all over Coat the silicon grease to all
between the transistor module and the No the touched face between
radiated fin? the transistor module and the
Is the fixed screw on the transistor radiated fin fully. Fix the
module loose? screw correctly.*4)
Yes

Yes
Is the heat exchanger of Remove clogging or
outdoor unit clogged? replace the heat exchanger.
No
Replace the PCB2.

*1): Perform electrical discharge when replacing or checking inverter parts by referring to the item 13.4.
*2): Regarding checking method of transistor module, refer to the item 13.4.
*3): Turn ON the No.1 switch of the dip switch DSW1 on PCB2 when restarting with disconnecting the terminals of the
compressor. After troubleshooting, turn OFF the No.1 switch of the dip switch DSW1 on PCB2.
*4): Use the silicon grease provided as accessory.
NOTE:

When the unit is applied the excessive surge current due to lighting or other causes, this alarm code “53” or the inverter
stoppage code (IT) “11” will be indicated and the unit can not be operated. In this case, check to ensure the surge
absorber/surge arrester (SA) on the noise filte (NF1, NF2). The surge absorber may be damaged if the inner surface
of the surge absorber is black. In that case, replace the surge absorber.
If the inside of the surge absorber is normal, turn OFF the power once and wait for PCB2’s LED201 (red) OFF
(approx. 5 min.) and turn ON again.

< Position of Surge Absorber >

SK-HPH076/096/114/170/190/212/232*

Surge Absorber (SA)

(Surge Arrester)

SK-HPH136/154*

Surge Absorber (SA)

(Surge Arrester)
Alarm
Inverter controller temperature rise protection activated
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ In case that the abnormality of inverter fin temperature occurs three times within 30 minutes, this alarm
is indicated at the third time.
(Retry operation is performed up to second time of abnormality occurrence.)
Conditions of Activation: This alarm is indicated when the temperature of the inverter fin thermistor for
Transistor Module is higher than 90oC.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

PCB2: Inverter PCB

Yes Normal
Restart operation. Check the thermistor. Replace the PCB2. *1)
Does it trip soon?

No Faulty
Replace the thermistor.

Yes
Is the heat exchanger of
Remove clogging.
outdoor unit clogged?

No
Normal
Check the thermistor. Replace the PCB2. *1)

Faulty
Replace the thermistor.

*1): Perform electrical discharge when replacing or checking inverter parts by referring to the item 13.4.
Alarm
Inverter controller failure
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the following phenomenon occurs three times in 30 minutes.
(Retry operation is performed up to the occurrence of two times.)
Actual frequency from PCB2 is less than 10Hz (after inverter frequency output from PCB1).
Conditions of Activation: This alarm is indicated when PCB2 is not performed normally.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

PCB2: Inverter PCB

Turn off power (LED201 OFF) No

and restart operation. No PCB2 is normal.
Is alarm code “55” indicated Check the noise strainer. *1)
again?

Yes

Replace the PCB2.

*1): When the unit is applied the excessive surge current due to lighting or other causes, this alarm code “55” or the
inverter stoppage code (IT) “11” will be indicated and the unit can not be operated. In this case, check to ensure
the surge absorber/surge arrester (SA) on the noise filter (NF1, NF2). The surge absorber may be damaged if the
inner surface of the surge absorber is black. In that case, replace the surge absorber.
If the inside of the surge absorber is normal, turn OFF the power once and wait for PCB2’s LED201 (red) OFF
(approx. 5 min.) and turn ON again.

< Position of Surge Absorber >

SK-HPH076/096/114/170/190/212/232*
Surge Absorber (SA)
(Surge Arrester)

SK-HPH136/154*
Surge Absorber (SA)
(Surge Arrester)
Alarm
Fan control PCB protection activated
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ IPM (Transistor Module) has detected function of abnormality.

This alarm is indicated when the abnormality is detected ten times within 30 minutes.
(Retry operation is performed up to the occurrence of nine times.)
Conditions of Activation:
Abnormal Current to the Transistor Module such as Short Circuited or Grounded
or Overcurrent
or Control Voltage Decrease
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
Turn OFF the power supply.
Disconnect the faston terminal (U, V, W) No
and turn ON the DSW1-#1 of fan controller. Check the fan motor.
And then restart the operation.
Does it trip?
Yes, it trips.

Yes
Is the heat exchanger of Remove the clogging or
outdoor unit clogged? replace the heat exchanger.
No
Replace the fan controller.

NOTE:
When the unit is applied the excessive surge current due to lighting or other causes, this alarm code “57” or the
inverter stoppage code (IT) “11” will be indicated and the unit can not be operated. In this case, check to ensure
the surge absorber/surge arrester (SA) on the noise filter (NF1, NF2). The surge absorber may be damaged if the
inner surface of the surge absorber is black. In that case, replace the surge absorber.
If the inside of the surge absorber is normal, turn OFF the power once and wait for PCB2’s LED201 (red) OFF
(approx. 5 min.) and turn ON again.
< Position of Surge Absorber>
SK-HPH076/96/114/170/190/212/232*
Surge Absorber (SA)(Surge Arrester)

SK-HPH0136/154*
Surge Absorber (SA)(Surge Arrester)
Alarm
Fan control PCB temperature rise protection activated
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature
section, and the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when the abnormality of fin temperature occurs ten times within 30 minutes.
(Retry operation is performed up to the occurrence of nine times.)
Conditions of Activation: This alarm is indicated when the thermistor temperature inside the
transistor module exceeds 100oC.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Yes
Restart operation.
Does it trip soon? Replace the fan controller.

No

No Coat the silicon grease to all

Is the silicon grease coated all over the touched face between
between the transistor module and the the transistor module and the
radiated fin? radiated fin fully. *1)

Yes

Yes
Is the heat exchanger of Remove clogging.
outdoor unit clogged?
No
Failure of fan controller.
Replace the fan controller.

*1): Use the silicon grease provided as accessory.

Alarm
Fan control PCB over-current protection activated (1)
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when fan controller electronic thermal protection is activated at ten times within
30 minutes.
(Retry operation is performed up to the occurrence of nine times.)
Conditions of Activation:
current 5% higher than rated one time lasts for 30 seconds .
or
Electric current runs intermittently and the accumulated time reaches up to 3 minutes,
in 10 minutes.
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit

Is the cause of
stoppage " " of "2"
troubleshooting by Refer to next page.
7-segments display
Restart operation. "2" or "4"?
"4"

Cause of fan controller overload

Is the fan controller Yes (Fan controller is normal.)

current larger than
activation current?
Does the fan stop by
No the foreign matter?
Smaller than
activation current. Is fan rotated reversely
due to contrary wind?

Check for clogging of

the heat exchanger.

Check the fan motor.

Abnormal Replace
the fan controller.
*1)

*1): Perform electrical discharge when replacing or checking fan controller by referring to the item 13.4.
Alarm
Fan control PCB over-current protection activated (2)
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code are indicated on the outdoor unit PCB1.

★ This alarm is indicated when instantaneous overcurrent occurs at ten times within 30 minutes.
(Retry operation is performed up to the occurrence of nine times.)
Conditions of Activation: Fan controller current with 5% higher than the rated current
PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit
PCB2: Fan controller PCB

Turn off power and

No Yes disconnect U, V, W No Faulty
Restart operation. from fan controller Replace
Check
Does it trip soon? terminals. fan controller.
fan controller *1)
Turn ON #1 of DSW1
No It trips on PCB2 and restart. Normal
immediately. Does it trip?
Is there any cause No
Yes It trips.
of instantaneous Check the fan motor.
voltage decrease?
Yes Check the capacity
It trips after a and wiring of the
certain period. power source.

Replace the
fan controller.
It trips
occasionally.

Is the fan motor Yes

running current as
Check the fan motor.
same as rated
current?
No
Replace
the fan controller.

No
Is the supply voltage
220V+10% or 240V+10%?
Yes
No Check the capacity
Is it 187V or more during operation? and wiring of the
power source.
Yes
No
Is it 187V or more during operation
when other devices are operating?
Yes
Replace
the fan controller.

*1): Perform electrical discharge when checking or replacing fan controller by referring to the item 13.4.
Alarm
Abnormal current sensor on fan control PCB
Code

★ Conditions of Activation:
This alarm is indicated when the following condition occurs.
‡ After fan motor operation is started, fan controller current does NOT exceed 1.5A.
‡ Before fan motor operation is started, fan controller peak current does NOT exceed 4A.

Restart operation.

Faulty fan controller

Fan motor stops and replace
immediately. fan controller. *1)
How is fan motor
operation when
restarted?
Fan motor is not operated.

Abnormal
Is the fan motor coil
Check the fan motor.
normal?

Normal
Faulty fan controller
and replace
fan controller. *1)

*1): Perform electrical discharge when checking or replacing fan controller by referring to the item 13.4.

Alarm
Compressor Protection Alarm
Code

This alarm code appears when one of the following alarms occurs three times within 6 hours, which
may result in serious compressor damages, if the outdoor unit is continuously operated without
removing the cause.

Alarm Code: Content of Abnormality

02 Activation of Protection Device (High Pressure Cut)
07 Decrease in Discharge Gas Superheat
08 Increase in Discharge Gas Temperature
43 Activation of Low Compression Ratio Protection Device
44 Activation of Low Pressure Increase Protection Device
45 Activation of High Pressure Increase Protection Device
47 Activation of Low Pressure Decrease Protection Device

(Vacuum Operation Protection)

These alarms are able to be checked by the Check Mode 1. Follow the action indicated in each
alarm chart.
These alarms are cleared only by turning OFF the main power switch to the system. However,
careful attention is required before starting, since there is a possibility which will result in
serious damages to the compressors.
Alarm
Incorrect setting of system number of outdoor unit
Code
ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
alarm code is indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB.

★ This alarm is indicated under the following conditions. Turn off the power source and check for DSW
and RSW settings.

Conditions Action
Unit No. (DSW6 and DSW8) or Refrigerant Cycle
No. (DSW5 and RSW2) are set above “64”. Set Unit No. and Refrigerant Cycle No. below “63”.
Or, more than 2 pins are set at DSW5 and DSW6.
Unit No. and Refrigerant Cycle No. are set from
Set Unit No. and Refrigerant Cycle No. from “0” to
“16” to “63”, AND indoor unit is not corresponding
“15”.
to Hi-NET II.

Alarm
Incorrect number of indoor units are connected
Code

ϥ “RUN” light is flashing and “ALARM” are indicated on the remote control switch.
ϥ The unit No., alarm code and the unit code are alternately indicated on the set temperature section, and
the unit No. and alarm code is indicated on the display of the outdoor unit PCB1.
(“35” is indicated on the display of the remote control switch.)

★ This alarm is indicated under the following conditions.

Turn OFF the power supply and check the setting of DSW and RSW.
Conditions: More than 17 Indoor Unit (Hi-NET I ) are connected to one system.
Countermeasure: Indoor Unit (Hi-NET I ) should be 16 or less.

PCB1: Control PCB in Outdoor Unit