Wallmaster Service Manual (2010)
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COOLING ONLY ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS: TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS  
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Compressor
does not run 
Low voltage 
Check voltage at compressor. 115V & 230V 
units will operate at 10% voltage variance 
Temperature not set cold enough or 
room air thermistor inoperative
Set temperature to lower than ambient
temperature. Test thermistor and replace
if inoperative.
Compressor hums but cuts off on 
overload 
Hard start compressor. Direct test compressor.  
If compressor starts, add starting components 
Open or shorted compressor
windings
Check for continuity & resistance 
Open overload   Test overload protector & replace if inoperative 
Open capacitor   Test capacitor & replace if inoperative 
Inoperative system button 
Test for continuity in all positions. Replace if 
inoperative
Broken, loose or incorrect wiring 
Refer to appropriate wiring diagrams to check 
wiring. Correct as needed.
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Fan motor
does not run 
Inoperative system button
Broken, loose or incorrect wiring   Refer to applicable wiring diagram. Repair. 
Open capacitor   Test capacitor & replace if inoperative 
Fan speed button defective. 
Inoperative fan motor 
Test fan motor & replace if inoperative (be sure 
internal overload has had time to reset) 
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Does not cool or  
only cools slightly 
Undersized unit   Refer to industry standard sizing chart 
Indoor ambient thermistor open
or shorted.
See alarms. Replace thermistor if necessary.
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Dirty or restricted condenser or
evaporator coil 
Use pressure wash or biodegradable cleaning 
agent to clean 
Poor air circulation   Adjust discharge louvers. Use high fan speed 
Low capacity - undercharge   Check for leak & make repair 
Compressor not pumping properly 
Check amperage draw against nameplate. If
not conclusive, make pressure test 
Replace user interface if inoperative
Test button & replace user interface if inoperative 
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