Installation Guide
8
Short Cycle Protection
1. Set the thermostat system mode to COOL. Observe the 
temperature setting of the thermostat and gradually raise 
the set-point temperature until the unit de-energizes.
2. Immediately lower the set point temperature of the 
thermostat to its original setting and verify that the 
indoor blower is energized and outdoor unit remains 
de-energized.
3. After approximately 5 minutes, verify the outdoor unit 
energizes and the temperature of the discharge air is 
cooler than the room temperature.
System Cooling
1. Set the thermostat’s system mode to COOL and the 
fan mode to AUTO. Gradually lower the thermostat 
temperature setpoint below room temperature and 
verify the outdoor unit and indoor blower energize.
2. Verify blower wheel is spinning in direction indicated by 
arrow. Feel the air being circulated by the indoor blower 
and verify that it is cooler than ambient temperature. 
Listen for any unusual noises. If unusual sounds occur, 
determine the source of the noise and correct as 
necessary.
3. Verify HI and LO refrigerant pressures.
4. Allow the system to operate for several minutes and then 
set the temperature selector above room temperature. 
Verify the fan and compressor cycle off with the 
thermostat. NOTE: The blower should also stop unless 
fan switch is set to the ON position.
System Heating
1. Set the thermostat's system mode to HEAT and the 
temperature mode to below room temperature.
2. Verify the outdoor unit and indoor fan stop running. After 
5 minutes, increase the temperature on the thermostat 
to it's maximum setting.
3. Verify the outdoor unit and indoor blower energize. Feel 
the air being circulated by the indoor blower and verify 
that it is warmer than ambient temperature. Listen for 
any unusual noises. If unusual sounds occur, determine 
the source of the noise and correct as necessary.
Defrost Control Board Test Pins
• Placingajumperbetweenthetestpinsforlessthan1
second will bypass the Anti-Short Cycle Timer.
• Placingajumperbetweenthetestpinsformorethan1
second will force the unit into a defrost cycle. As soon 
as the jumper is removed, the defrost cycle will end 
as determined by the typical criteria.
• Verify the Status Indicator (on the control board)
against the codes listed in Table 4 to determine proper  
diagnostic description.
STATUS
INDICATOR
STATUS
TYPE
DIAGNOSTIC
DESCRIPTION
C1
Operating Status Cooling, 1st Stage
H1
Operating Status Heating, 1st Stage
SC
Operating Status Anti Short Cycle Timer
OF
Operating Status Defrost
_.
Operating Status Power on, no call for operation
01
Fault Pressure switch, low
02
Fault Pressure switch, high
03
Fault Temperature Sensor, Ambient
04
Fault Temperature Sensor, Coil
05
Fault Board
OF
(FLASHING)
Input Error
Forced defrost - test short 
applied longer than 11 minutes
Table 4. Defrost Control Board Status Indicators
HEAT PUMP MAINTENANCE
 WARNING:
To prevent electrical shock, personal injury, or 
death, disconnect all electrical power to the unit 
before performing any maintenance or service. 
The unit may have more than one electrical 
supply.
Proper maintenance is important to achieve optimum 
performance from the heat pump. The ability to properly 
perform maintenance on this equipment requires certain 
mechanical skills and tools. If you do not possess these 
skills, contact your dealer for maintenance. Consult your 
local dealer about the availability of maintenance contracts. 
Routine maintenance should include the following:
• Inspectandcleanorreplaceairltersatthebeginning
of each heating and cooling season, or more frequently 
if required.
• Inspecttheoutdoorcoilatthebeginningofeachcooling
season. Remove any debris. Clean the outdoor coil 
and louvers as necessary using a mild detergent and 
water. Rinse thoroughly with water.
• Inspecttheelectricalconnectionsfortightnessatthe
beginning of each heating and cooling season. Service 
as necessary.
 CAUTION:
The unit should never be operated without a 
filter in the return air system. Replace disposable 
filters with the same type and size.
• Donotaddadditionaloiltomotorsunequippedwith
oil tubes. The compressor is hermetically sealed at the 
factory and does not require lubrication.










