What Is A P1 Or P4 Error Code? - MRCOOL DIY Ductless Mini Split

A P1 or P4 error code might mean an abnormal rise or drop in the voltage of your MRCOOL system. Or, it may mean you need to release the refrigerant in your MRCOOL unit.

Troubleshooting A P1 or P4 Error Code

When you see a P1 or P4 error code, first turn the unit off. Then turn it back on after two minutes. If the problem persists, go to the outdoor unit. Take off the side wiring cover with a screwdriver. Then, using a multi-meter, test the voltage. For a unit running off of 120 volts, place the ends on L1 and ground. For a unit running off of 240 volts, touch the ends to L1 and L2. You should also use an Allen wrench to make sure the refrigerant valves are open all the way. It is important you don't force it. Just make sure they are open. If these steps don't correct the P1 or P4 error code, it's important that you call the MRCOOL Warranty department at 270-366-0457  so they can help you figure out what may be causing the P1 or P4 error code.

Other MrCool DIY Error Codes

  • E0 - Indoor unit EEPROM parameter error
  • E1 - Indoor / outdoor units communication error
  • E2 - Zero-crossing signal detection error
  • E3 - Indoor fan speed has been out of control
  • E4 - Indoor room temperature sensor T1 open circuit or short circuit
  • E5 - Evaporator coil temperature sensor T2 open circuit or short circuit EC - Refrigerant leakage detection
  • F0 - Overload current protection
  • F1 - Outdoor ambient temperature sensor T4 open circuit or short circuit
  • F2 - Condenser coil temperature sensor T3 open circuit or short circuit
  • F3 - Compressor discharge temperature sensor TP open circuit or short circuit
  • F4 - Outdoor unit EEPROM parameter error
  • F5 - Outdoor fan speed has been out of control
  • P0 - IPM malfunction or IGBT over-strong current protection
  • P1 - Over voltage or over low voltage protection
  • P2 - High temperature protection of IPM module or compressor top
  • P3 - Outdoor ambient temperature too low
  • P4 - Inverter compressor drive error
  • P5 - Indoor units mode conflict (multi-zone ONLY)
  • P6 - Low pressure protection(Only for 36K)
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Dennis O'Neal
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I recently bought a 3rd gen mr cool mini split. I had professional plumber and electrician install. Once the unit was powered on I got a P4 error. I followed the troubleshooting guide and had them both check the plumbing and the voltage. Where do I go from here to get some help. I have yet to see it work as anything more then a fan.
Rebekah Muller
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A P4 error code is caused by an abnormal inverter compressor drive. This could be due to a wiring mistake, an IPM malfunction, a faulty outdoor fan assembly or outdoor PCB, or a compressor malfunction. Please give us a call at 270-575-9595.
Jordan Chiow
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New 24k BTU 20 SEER MrCool DIY Ductless Heat Pump Split System 3rd Generation installed and it keeps running for a short time then giving an Error of P4. Would low Freon cause this error code?
Dan Danowski
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P4 indicates an abnormal rise or drop in voltage. Give our tech department a call at 270-575-9595 x300.
Josiah
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I have a 240V DIY 24k Mr Cool unit that has run for 2 years without an issue. I had to clean the drain line (indoor water leak) and correct a mounting issue with the indoor unit and then it would not turn on. No error codes or anything. After chatting with Mr Cool and doing some troubleshooting, I first replaced the indoor control board, and then the outdoor control board after that didn't work. I have also tried a new cable despite good continuity checks between the indoor and outdoor units to no avail. Supply voltage is present on both units. On the indoor board (new and old), The low voltage 5VDC doesn't show up at all with a meter which is why I assume the LED board isn't lighting up. Nothing seems visibly cooked on either of the boards boards. The new indoor board was replaced before I also replaced the outdoor board. Using the micro switch on the board did nothing as well. With the outdoor board, I'm getting a steady green light and a slow, then fast blinking yellow/orange light which I have only deduced likely means error. I hear a click from a relay or valve kick in when the outdoor unit is turned on but that is it. It then clicks again after power off and the caps drain out. I'm at a loss with it. I was sent to you guys for the replacement boards that I got by Mr Cool and Mr Cool has tried to help on the phone to no avail. I saw this Q and A and figured I would ask in case one of you guys have seen this or have any ideas on what could be going on. Would
Dan Danowski
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What you describe sounds like either a wiring issue or an indoor board problem. It is unusual for a replacement board to be bad but it is possible. I would first check the DC voltage at the outdoor unit at terminals 2 and 3. With the unit on it will be either a fixed voltage or a varying voltage that does not change polarity. Fixed voltage is a bad indoor board, varying with no polarity change is a bad outdoor board. You may be able to get MrCool to order another indoor to board for you to try or you could contact an HVAC technician to come do a service call to diagnose the unit.
James Page
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I installed m second 12000 btu DIY unit. This unit powers through in cool mode(turbo works) but heat gives a p4 error(turbo doesn’t power on). I checked no leakage and wired right.
Dan Danowski
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Call us at 270-575-9595 and speak with tech.
Jonathan Ladner
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We purchased the 12000 BTU 19.5 SEER in July 2020, the outdoor unit is coming on running approximately 30 seconds and giving a P4 error. The unit has been turned off as instructed in the video, L1 and L2 has 118 volts on both.
Rebekah Muller
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Please give us a call at 270-575-9595 so that you can get in contact with tech support.
Nick
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Your site says that the P6 error code is for the 36K Units only but I have a 27K unit throwing that code. Any ideas?
Rebekah Muller
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That code indicates a discharge temp sensor error. Please give us a call at 270-575-9595.
Thomas Edward Kelley
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I get no heat from my mr cool split unit i get a error code p4 what should i do, the voltage to the unit is fine
Rebekah Muller
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Please give us a call at 270-575-9595.
Phil
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How do I troubleshoot a F3 error code on a MRCool DIY 3 zone with 2 air handlers installed? Only one of the air handlers displays the error, but neither zone works.
Rebekah Muller
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Please give us a call at 270-575-9595, or contact the manufacturer.
Nico
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I have a 36k multi unit mr cool system. Im getting a p6 on all three air handlers and i took cover off of condenser outside and that is showing a p1 code. Also when i turn the mode to heat on all three air handlers nothing happens no air flow at all? What could yhe problem be?
Rebekah Muller
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A P6 error code indicates a discharge temp sensor error. Please call us at 270-575-9595, or contact the manufacturer.
Steve cook
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I have a diy-hp-24 Mr cool and the control board on the indoor has no display.The unit will not respond to the remote if I try to power on.I tried replacing batteries and tried a new remote.If I push the force button on the unit the board displays temp and the fan comes on. But the remote will not turn unit on and display blank unless I force cool button
Rebekah Muller
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Please give us a call at 270-575-9595.
Chris
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I just hooked up my 36K 4 zone DIY and when I turned the unit on the first time I got P6 errors on each indoor unit and the outdoor LED board displayed P2. Not sure what the problem is here?
Rebekah Muller
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A P6 error code indicates a discharge temp sensor error. A P2 error code is high temperature protection of compressor top diagnosis and solution. Please give us a call at 270-575-9595.
David Jolley
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I have a DIY 9 and it is giving me a 88 code? what do i look for?
Rebekah Muller
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Please give us a call at 270-575-9595 as soon as you can.
Han
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My unit reads PO I have turned breaker off for several minutes trying to reset it doesn't change anything.
Dan Danowski
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Call us at 270-575-9595 x300 for tech support.
Kevin Braun
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My 36k Mr. Cool DIY unit showed an FC code when first powered up after replacing indoor control board. It went away and unit began to run normally at start up. Then after 15 minutes indoor unit shuts fan down to low speed, disables remote functions except on and off functions. This will go on for 10 minutes or so and then fan begins to ramp back up and remote functions are enabled again. Outdoor unit will sometimes run during these events and sometimes it completely shuts down. This unit is behaving the same way it did before replacing the indoor control board except the turbo function now works with the heat mode with new board installed. What’s going on with this?
Rebekah Quarles
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Please give us a call at 270-575-9595 as soon as you possibly can, or contact MrCool for the best assistance.
Shirley McGowan
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My contractor recently installed a Mrcool split unit in my new addition. It worked well for 2 months and now is displaying a PC 04 message. Along with that the outside unit shakes before the error code comes up. I’m not getting proper heat and it’s getting colder. What would your suggestion be to resolve this situation.
Rebekah Quarles
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This indicates an inverter compressor drive error. Please contact your contractor, or MrCool at 270-366-0457. You can also give us a call at 270-575-9595.
Charles
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What does a "dF" code mean?
Rebekah Quarles
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"DF typically means "defrost" which is a normal function if your system is heating.
Darlene M
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Have mini split... what does df mean
Rebekah Quarles
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"DF typically means "defrost" which is a normal function if your system is heating.
Angel Roberts
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I have a Pioneer inverter Model# WS012GMF122HLD INDOOR S/N 24032423707732308D0053 OUTDOOR S/N 2403243120574180160003. This unit has a P4 code. I have turned off the units power and rebooted the unit and checked the voltage, the code is still showing P4. We have called and left a message with Mr. cool @ 270-366-0457 and also called the other number 270-575-9595 and left messages on both numbers. What else could it be?
Rebekah Quarles
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MrCool would not be able to answer a question regarding Pioneer, as they are not affiliated with their products. We also do not sell Pioneer, so we do not know what a P4 code might mean for a Pioneer unit. Based on a quick search, a Pioneer P4 error code for this system indicates an inverter compressor drive error. We recommend contacting the retailer that sold you the unit, or contacting Pioneer's tech support.
Wallace
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We just installed a MrCool mini split and are testing three handlers. Each is running well, so far, but each also occasionally and recurring flash PC 03. I can't find any error codes just like that. Closest I find is on this site is a P3 code related to outside ambient temperature, but it is 71 outside so that shouldn't be the problem. Pretty weird to get error codes no one has listed. Any ideas?
Rebekah Quarles
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Please give us a call at 270-575-9595 as soon as you can.
Rosa Chango
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The women talking is the crunchy mom from youtude!
Manny Pacheco
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Hello, I recently installed 2 36k multi zone mr cool systems. I meticulously followed all the directions while installing, including checking for leaks, ensuring I was careful when bending pre-charged lines, and opening the refrigerant lines at the compressor. When I started up the system, all air handling units worked well for about 1.5-2hrs, but then it threw “PC 02” code. I referenced the manual, and called Mr. Cool tech support, as well as your tech support(left voicemails on both, and waiting for a call back). I checked for leaks and verified there were no leaks. I shut down the system for 10 minutes, then restarting and it seemed to have went into the similar cycle; it ran well for about and hour, although now it threw “PC 03”. The “PC 03” code would flash a few times, then it would go back to set temperature and seem to have ran, but then in a few would flash “PC 03” again. I turned off the system yet again for 10 minutes, and it ran ok for 30 min-1hr, then it threw code “PC 03”. I understand these codes could mean: PC 02 Connection wires Outdoor PCB IPM module board High pressure protector System blockages PC 03 Connection wires Outdoor PCB Low pressure protector Refrigerant I have looked into most of the confections, at air handling units and both compressors, and they seem to be fine. I will verify the connections on the PCB board today, and give that feedback when I hopefully speak to tech support. I figured I would get on this to get some direction. Do you have any recommendations? It’s just a bit strange 2 systems/compressors would be showing the exact trouble codes. Your help is greatly appreciated!
Bill Swalboski
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I have a Mr. Cool 240 volt unit, giving me a P1 code I checked the voltage at l1 and l2 with 246 volts. Unit has been in for over a year with no issues.
Rebekah Quarles
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Please give us a call at 270-575-9595 as soon as you can so we can best help with this.
Sharon little
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What if it was not installed by a certified HVAC installer just by some random guy posing as a installer what do I do
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christian
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I encounter a P4 error on my carrier window type inverter ac. Is there a DIY means to fix it?
Kyle
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I'm not sure what specific model that is. Give us a call at 270-575-9595 x300, and we will try to help you as best we can.
Joseph Fiorella
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i had a p1 error code. turns out the 12k advantage unit is 220v, unlike the DIY 12k unit which is 110v. All of my ductless mini splits are working perfect now :)
Debbie
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What is a P7 error code. Our wifi mini split worked great and then kept showing offline, which meant no control of it through the app. I installed a new wifi kit and it worked for two months. Now I am back to Offline. Shortly after I get it to the AP mode, it displays P7 and the network is not displaying in my app. Any suggestions?
Kyle
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I'm not familiar with a P7 error code. Please give us a call at 270-575-9595 x300 to speak to the Tech Department.
Russell Ehrlich
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I have a P2 code on the heating cycle and the unit stopped. What needs to be done to correct this issue? I purchased the premier unit.
Kyle
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Give us a call at 270-575-9595 and use extension 300 for the Warranty & Tech Department.
Greg
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I have a new Mr Cool we had a blinking 88 and a data sign we replaced the inside blower motor it is doing the same thing again. What can the issue be
Kyle
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The 88 flash is usually from mis-wiring – particularly between the indoor and outdoor units. If the unit was just installed, then we would suggest checking to see that terminal 1 indoors is wired to terminal 1 outdoors, 2 to 2, etc. If the unit has been operating for some time, then we would suspect the fan motor or the indoor control board.
Cory
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Installed a triple head Mr.Cool 6 months ago. P6 coming up all of a sudden on one unit only?
Kyle
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A P6 indoors indicates a system pressure problem, either high or low. You need a tech must look at the outdoor control board to determine which one it is.
Zowie
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Hi i am getting p4 error on my midea fp-51ara010heiv-n4 is this something i can fix on my own or should i need a repair?
Kyle
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That particular Midea window air conditioner is not a unit that we carry. We're not sure what a P4 error code on that unit indicates.
Ron
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I installed the double head Mr cool unit four months ago. It has been working good in ac mood. Now it is getting cool and when the unit goes to heat mode a P0 code will start to flash as the unit satisfied and is winding down. It will start over with out doing nothing and will blow warm air until it satisfied and starts wind down and flashes the P0 agin.
Kyle
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Give us a call at 270-366-0457 to speak with tech support
John
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Good evening I installed my mr cool diy 24000 unit worked great for a week now getting a p4 error code
Kyle
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Definitely give us a call at 270-575-9595 x300 for technical support.
Harvey Griffin
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I have the diy Mrcool 36,000 heat pump now after about 4 months of using it when I change the temp up or down I get a code ( OF not fo ) don,t see any thing about this,the temp does change but why the code.
Kyle
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In some modes (swing, turbo, etc) when those functions are turned OFF there will be a momentary “OF” show up. Try resetting the unit by turning off power and removing batteries from the remote, wait 5 minutes, then reinsert batteries and turn power supply back on.
Dennis wutzke
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New unit 18000 btu 220 no heat p4 code
Kyle
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Please call us at 270-575-9595 x300 for technical support.
Austin coulter
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I keep getting a p4 error code on my Michu-18avh2. An inverter compressor code. Everything is working fine but the compressor won’t turn on. How can I fix this problem?
Kyle
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Austin, I'm not entirely sure what product that is, since I can't find anything with that MPN. Give us a call at 270-575-9595 and we'll do our best to help you get to the bottom of this.
Tony Esposito
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My unit was installed by a certified HVAC TECH. I know nothing about how to test the electrical nor do I own a electrical testing meter. The only thing I can do is call the installer to come out and do your recommended testing. So who is going to pay the installer?
Kyle
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If your unit was installed by a certified HVAC Tech and you have a problem, you should contact the tech. Virtually all techs warranty their own installation work.
mike
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I get no error code but the suction line ices up at times, the indoor fan speed seems low even tho it is set to high. Filters are clean and the outdoor unit never shuts off. Why is the pipe icing?
Kyle
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It could be low on refrigerant. Give us a call at 270-575-9595 x300 to speak with our tech department.
Faisal
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Orient inverter p0 p4 p2 what is this
Dan Danowski
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I'm sorry, but that's not a brand I'm familiar with. I don't have any technical information on Orient units.
James
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I installed a 30k dual zone Mr.Cool mini split and it seems to be working at first when I call for cooling. The outdoor fan comes on the Indoor fan seems to be blowing decent. But after about 5-10 minutes it will flash a p6 code for a few then go away and a couple times the outdoor unit turns off and will eventually kick back on. I opened the king valves connected all the lines property before turning the system on. Any reason for this code?
Dan Danowski
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P6 code indicates there is a problem with refrigerant pressure. Please give our tech department a call at 270-575-9595 x300.
Frank Cowles
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Have mod# A-18-HP-C-230B with 1 unit indoors . Have E3 code come up ,Indoor fan over speed , Shut down power ,pulled Batterys out of remote ,problem still there . Please advise . Thank you ,Frank
Dan Danowski
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Give our tech support team a call at 270-575-9595 x300.
Joe Pavlick
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Recently installed mr cool mini-split. Customer called to report F5 code is showing. I will be going to check the unit. Since I do not have the manual in hand, what should I look for?
Dan Danowski
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F5 error code indicates that the outdoor fan speed has been out of control.
Chris
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MrCool 36K, been running perfect and nearly non-stop since April. For the past month I've been getting an F0 error and no heat once the temp dips below 50F. Outside unit sounds like everything is going to work until the the moment the pump kicks on, then it immediately shuts back down. The fan remains running for 30-45 seconds. In AC mode, low side pressure reads 118-119 PSI. The unit keeps cycling through this process, I'm guessing every 5 minutes. Given these variables, what could throw the F0 error?
Dan Danowski
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It can be a number of things. I would first try to add a small amount of refrigerant to get the AC low side up to 130 to 135psi. If that does not cure the problem, then an inductive ammeter should be used to check running amps on the compressor- it should not exceed around 7 or 8 amps on each leg.
Bruce Cubie
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I have Klimaire mini split model KSIV012-H119-O it was installed 2-19-2020 and in the heat mode it just threw a P1 code. What do I do
Dan Danowski
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The Klimaire KSIV service manual indicates that a P1 code indicates a voltage problem. Either it is over voltage or too low voltage. You should probably have the installing technician come out to evaluate the unit.
input. Cubie
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Thank you Kyle for the message, installer came out checked unit and determined the actual code was P3 due to -35° wind chill in our area overnight. Built a wind break for future problems. Working Great now really appreciate your imput.
Dan Danowski
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Glad it worked out! And -35° is harsh.
Justin Manley
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We installed a 12,000 btu mr cool system and when we turned it on we received a P1 error code. We turned off the system and turned it back on and while opening the head unit door that rotates upward the led turned off. We have been unable to get it to power on after that. Any ideas what may be wrong? (we already checked the led box and led control cable with another unit.
Dan Danowski
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The display module on the back side of the lid has a cable connection to the board. That cable must be connected for the unit to work.
Andres
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Looks like Mr Cool and Senville have the same error coding? Just installed a Senville 18000 BTU Dual Zone. Outdoor unit shows error code E5 and indoor units P1. According to Senville code list. E5 is Voltage problem and P1 is abnormal voltage. I guess it’s the same issue being registered indoor and outdoor?
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