Mitsubishi Electric R410A Systems
60 fault codes documented
Transmitting/Receiving Signal Error
There is a communication error between indoor and outdoor units or within the indoor unit's control system. This prevents proper command and status exchange, leading to system malfunction.
Auto Addressing Conflict / Factory Address Setting Error
During an attempt to auto-address units, one or more indoor or outdoor units are either still set to a factory default address (48 or 49) or not set to 49, preventing successful auto-addressing. Auto-addressing is only supported on single KX2 systems.
Master/Slave System Configuration Error
This error indicates incorrect DIP switch (SWS) settings on the indoor unit PCB for master/slave configuration, or an open circuit in the control wiring between master and slave units. This prevents proper communication and coordinated operation.
Indoor Fan Motor Fault
The indoor unit's fan motor is malfunctioning. This could be due to an electrical failure in the motor windings, seized bearings, or an issue with its control circuit, leading to insufficient airflow.
Remote Controller Sensor Failure
The temperature sensor integrated within the remote controller has failed. This means the system cannot accurately read room temperature from the remote controller, impacting overall temperature control and comfort.
Indoor/Outdoor Unit Connection Error
There is an error in the physical or communication connection between the indoor and outdoor units. This prevents proper system operation, as commands and status updates cannot be exchanged.
Unit Address Duplication / Outdoor Unit Address Error
An indoor unit has a duplicated address number (within the range U00-U47), or there is an incorrect address setting for the outdoor unit. This leads to communication conflicts and prevents proper system control.
Phase Reversal or L2 Open Phase
The anti-phase device has detected an incorrect phase sequence (requiring two phases to be swapped) or an open circuit in the L2 phase of the main power supply (specifically on the primary side of the contactor). This can lead to motor damage.
L3 Low/No Current or Open Phase
The current transformer (CT) on the L3 phase has detected abnormally low or no current, or an open phase has been detected at L3 on the secondary side of the main contactor. This indicates a problem with the power delivery to a component connected to L3.
Outdoor Heat Exchanger Sensor (ThOR) Defective or High Pressure
The outdoor unit's heat exchanger sensor (ThOR) is defective (open or short circuit) or has a poor connection to the outdoor unit PCB. This can also indicate excessively high cooling pressure, compromising system efficiency and safety.
Abnormally High Discharge Temperature / Refrigerant or THOD Sensor Fault
The compressor discharge temperature is abnormally high, possibly due to insufficient refrigerant charge or a defective compressor discharge temperature sensor (THOD). High discharge temperatures can lead to compressor damage.
Outdoor Heat Exchanger Sensor (ThOR) Defective or Connection Issue
The outdoor unit's heat exchanger sensor (ThOR) is defective (open circuit) or has a poor connection to the outdoor unit PCB. This affects the system's ability to accurately monitor and control refrigerant temperatures within the outdoor coil.
Outdoor Heat Exchanger Thermistor 1 Failure (Tho-R1)
The first outdoor heat exchanger thermistor (Tho-R1) is defective. This prevents accurate temperature measurement of a specific section of the outdoor coil, impacting system control and protection.
Outdoor Heat Exchanger Thermistor 2 Failure (Tho-R2)
The second outdoor heat exchanger thermistor (Tho-R2) is defective. This prevents accurate temperature measurement of a specific section of the outdoor coil, impacting system control and protection.
Outdoor Heat Exchanger Thermistor 3 Failure (Tho-R3)
The third outdoor heat exchanger thermistor (Tho-R3) is defective. This prevents accurate temperature measurement of a specific section of the outdoor coil, impacting system control and protection.
Outdoor Heat Exchanger Thermistor 4 Failure (Tho-R4)
The fourth outdoor heat exchanger thermistor (Tho-R4) is defective. This prevents accurate temperature measurement of a specific section of the outdoor coil, impacting system control and protection.
Outdoor Heat Exchanger Thermistor 5 Failure (Tho-R5)
The fifth outdoor heat exchanger thermistor (Tho-R5) is defective. This prevents accurate temperature measurement of a specific section of the outdoor coil, impacting system control and protection.
Outdoor Heat Exchanger Thermistor 6 Failure (Tho-R6)
The sixth outdoor heat exchanger thermistor (Tho-R6) is defective. This prevents accurate temperature measurement of a specific section of the outdoor coil, impacting system control and protection.
Outside Air Temperature Sensor (ThOA) Defective
The outdoor ambient air temperature sensor (ThOA) is defective (resistance is open circuit) or has a poor connection to the outdoor unit PCB. This impacts the system's ability to adjust operation based on ambient conditions, affecting efficiency.
Compressor Discharge Temperature Sensor (THOD) Defective
The compressor discharge temperature sensor (THOD) is defective (resistance is open circuit) or has a poor connection to the outdoor unit PCB. This prevents accurate monitoring and protection of compressor discharge temperature, risking compressor damage.
High-Pressure Switch Trip
The high-pressure switch (B3H or 63H1) has tripped. Common causes include system overcharge, one or more service valves being shut, or insufficient airflow over the condenser coil, all leading to excessively high head pressure.
Inverter Power Transistor Overheat
The power transistor module within the inverter circuit has overheated. This indicates excessive load, inadequate cooling, or an internal fault within the inverter, risking damage to the power electronics that drive the compressor.
Compressor Abnormally High Current
The system has detected an abnormally high current draw by the compressor. This indicates an overload condition, potentially due to mechanical issues, excessively high head pressure, or an electrical fault within the compressor motor.
Max Indoor Units Exceeded
The number of indoor units connected to a single outdoor unit exceeds the system's specified design capacity. This will prevent proper communication and operation, potentially leading to system instability.
Inverter to Outdoor PCB Transmission Error
A communication error has occurred between the inverter and the outdoor unit PCB, possibly due to a loose connection at the Cn1 terminal. This disrupts the control of the compressor by the inverter.
Address Setting Conflict
A conflict exists in the address settings of units on the network. This specifically occurs when a combination of automatic, manual, or remote control addressing modes are simultaneously used on one network, disrupting communication.
Inverter Overvoltage
The inverter has detected an overvoltage condition, indicating that the DC bus voltage has exceeded its safe operating limit. This can be caused by regeneration from the compressor motor or an unstable incoming power supply.
DC Outdoor Fan Motor Fault
The DC outdoor fan motor is malfunctioning. This could be due to an electrical failure in the motor windings, seized bearings, or an issue with the fan motor driver circuit on the outdoor unit PCB, leading to insufficient airflow over the condenser.
Low Pressure Fault / Low Voltage Detected
The system has detected either a low refrigerant pressure condition or a low voltage condition. Low pressure often indicates insufficient refrigerant charge, while low voltage points to power supply issues to the outdoor unit.
Inverter PCB Fault / Power Transistor Overheat
The inverter PCB is faulty, or the power transistor module on the inverter has overheated. This indicates a problem with the inverter's control or power section, which drives the compressor, potentially leading to compressor malfunction.
Suction Pipe Thermistor (Tho-S) Disconnected
The suction pipe thermistor (Tho-S) on the outdoor unit is disconnected. This prevents the system from accurately monitoring suction line superheat, impacting operational safety, efficiency, and liquid floodback protection for the compressor.
Low Pressure Sensor (PSL) Disconnection/Output Error
The low-pressure sensor (PSL) is either disconnected or its output signal is erroneous. This prevents the system from accurately monitoring low-side refrigerant pressure, compromising operational control and safety.
Low Pressure Sensor (PSL) Disconnection/Output Error
The low-pressure sensor (PSL) is either disconnected or its output signal is erroneous, indicating a fault in the sensor or its connection to the system. This specifically refers to the PSL.
High Pressure Sensor (PSH) Disconnection/Output Error
The high-pressure sensor (PSH) is either disconnected or its output signal is erroneous, indicating a fault in the sensor or its connection to the system. This specifically refers to the PSH.
Reverse Phase Detection
The outdoor unit has detected that the incoming main power phases are reversed. This condition prevents proper operation of the outdoor unit and can lead to damage if not corrected.
L3 Open Phase Detection
The outdoor unit has detected an open circuit in the L3 phase of the main power supply. This indicates a loss of one of the three input phases, potentially leading to unbalanced operation or motor damage.
63L Connector Open
The 63L connector on the outdoor unit's printed circuit board (PCB) is detected as open or disconnected. This typically relates to a specific protective device or sensor circuit experiencing a loss of connection.
49C Connector Open
The 49C connector on the outdoor unit's PCB is detected as open or disconnected. This indicates a break in a circuit, likely related to a current transformer or a thermal protector within the outdoor unit.
Reverse Phase Detector Circuit Fault
The reverse phase detection circuit on the outdoor unit's printed circuit board (PCB) is malfunctioning. This means the unit cannot correctly identify or react to phase reversal conditions in the incoming power supply.
Input Circuit Fault
A general fault has occurred in the input power circuit of the outdoor unit. This could be due to issues with rectifiers, filters, or other input components responsible for converting AC to DC power.
Multiple Connectors Open
Two or more connectors on the outdoor unit are detected as open or disconnected. This indicates a widespread connection issue or a potential fault on the outdoor unit's main PCB, affecting multiple circuits.
L2 Open Phase, 51CM Connector Open, or Input Circuit Fault
The L2 phase of the power supply is open, or the 51CM connector on the outdoor unit is disconnected. Alternatively, a general fault has occurred in the outdoor unit's input power circuit, potentially due to issues with rectifiers, filters, or other input components.
Intake Air Sensor Abnormal
The intake air sensor (room temperature sensor) on the indoor unit is abnormal, indicating an open circuit, short circuit, or incorrect resistance. This impacts the system's ability to accurately sense room temperature and control operation.
Pipe Sensor Abnormal
The indoor coil pipe sensor is abnormal, indicating an open circuit, short circuit, or incorrect resistance. This prevents accurate refrigerant temperature monitoring, which is critical for defrost logic and coil protection.
System Error (Transmitting/Receiving Signal)
A communication error exists within the system, specifically related to transmitting or receiving signals between components. This impedes control and feedback, causing operational issues.
Drain Sensor Abnormal
The indoor unit's drain sensor is abnormal, indicating a fault with its circuit. This sensor monitors the condensate drain pan level to prevent overflow, and a fault can lead to water leakage.
Drain Overflow Protection Malfunction
The mechanism designed to prevent drain pan overflow in the indoor unit is not functioning correctly. This could be due to a faulty drain sensor, a malfunctioning condensate pump, or a clogged drain line, leading to water damage.
Coil Frost/Overheating Protection Abnormality
The indoor unit's protection mechanisms for evaporator coil frost or overheating are malfunctioning. This could lead to evaporator coil icing in cooling mode or excessive coil temperatures in heating mode, impacting efficiency and potentially damaging components.
System Error (Address)
There is an error with the addressing configuration of the units in the system. This prevents proper identification and communication between units, leading to system malfunction or inability to operate.
Outdoor Unit Malfunction
The outdoor unit has reported a general malfunction. This is a broad error indicating an issue within the outdoor unit that requires further investigation, as a specific fault code for the outdoor unit may not be directly displayed on the indoor remote controller.
Abnormal High Pressure (63H Switch Activated) / Direct Cut Operation
The high-pressure switch (63H) on the outdoor unit has tripped due to abnormally high refrigerant pressure. Alternatively, the unit has initiated a direct cut-off, which is a critical safety shutdown often triggered by a severe fault bypassing normal controls.
Abnormal High Discharging Temperature / Inner Thermostat (49C) Operation
The compressor discharge temperature is excessively high OR the internal thermostat (49C) on the outdoor unit has activated due to an over-temperature condition. Both indicate an overheating issue within the outdoor unit or its components, risking compressor damage.
Discharge Thermistor Short/Open
The compressor discharge thermistor, which monitors compressor discharge temperature, is detected as either short-circuited or open-circuited. This prevents accurate temperature measurement and compromises the system's ability to protect the compressor from overheating.
Overheat Protection / Outdoor Thermistor Short/Open
The outdoor unit has activated its overheat protection, indicating that a critical component or the overall unit temperature is too high. This could also be caused by the outdoor ambient thermistor being short-circuited or open-circuited, preventing accurate temperature sensing.
Compressor Overcurrent (Overload) Cut-off
The compressor has experienced an overcurrent condition due to an overload, leading to a safety cut-off. This could be caused by mechanical issues, excessively high head pressure, or an electrical fault within the compressor motor or associated circuit.
Compressor Overcurrent (Terminal Relay Operation)
The compressor has experienced an overcurrent condition, specifically detected via the terminal relay. This indicates an electrical overload or fault related to the compressor's power circuit or the relay itself.
High Pressure Error (Ball Valve Closed)
The system is experiencing high refrigerant pressure, specifically indicating that a ball valve, most likely a service valve in the refrigerant circuit, is closed or partially closed, restricting refrigerant flow.
Compressor Overcurrent (Locked Start-up or Operation)
The compressor drew excessive current either during startup (locked rotor during start-up) or during ongoing operation (operating locked). Both conditions indicate a severe mechanical failure or an electrical issue preventing the compressor motor from rotating freely.
Current Sensor Error
The current sensor in the outdoor unit is reporting an error, meaning the system cannot accurately monitor compressor current. This can lead to improper protection, inefficient operation, or inability to detect actual overcurrent conditions.
Abnormal Low Pressure
The system has detected abnormally low refrigerant pressure. This typically indicates a refrigerant leak or insufficient charge, which can lead to poor cooling/heating performance and potential compressor damage.