TROUBLESHOOTING
9
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
SOLUTION
Air conditioner will not operate
•
No power to the unit
•
Check connection of power cord
to power source.
•
Check fuse or circuit breaker.
•
Set SELECTOR SWITCH to
position other than “OFF”. The
power cord “RESET” button must
always be pushed in (engaged)
for correct operation.
Ineffi cient or no cooling
• Dirty
air
fi lter
•
Unit size inappropriate for appli-
cation
• Blocked
air
fl ow
•
Power interruption, settings
changed too quickly, or compres-
sor overload tripped
• Clean/replace
air
fi lter
•
Check with dealer to determine
proper unit capacity for application
•
Remove obstruction from grill or
outdoor louvres
•
Turn the unit off and wait 5 min-
utes before attempting to restart
Noisy unit
• Loose
parts
• Inadequate
support
•
Tighten loose parts
•
Provide additional support to unit
Odors
•
Formation of mold, mildew, or
algae on wet surfaces
•
Clean unit thoroughly
•
Place algaecide tablet in base pan
Water dripping outside
•
Hot and humid weather
•
Condensation run-off is normal
under these conditions.
Water dripping inside
•
Unit is not properly angled to
allow water to drain outside
•
It is an extremely humid day
•
Unit must be installed on an angle
for proper condensation run-off.
Check the unit and make any
adjustments.
•
On an extremely humid day, this
effect is expected. No action
required.
Ice or frost build-up
•
Low outside temperature
• Unit
air
fi lter is dirty
•
When outdoor temperature is
approximately 18.3°C (65°F) or
below, frost may form when unit is
in cooling mode.
•
Remove and clean fi lter
NOTES:
1. If circuit breaker is tripped repeatedly, or fuse is blown more than once, contact a qualifi ed technician.
2. When the unit is installed using proper installation steps, the unit is properly tipped toward the outdoors to allow for
condensation run-off.
Occasionally, a minor problem may arise, and a service call may not be necessary- use this troubleshooting guide for
a possible solution. If the unit continues to operate improperly, call an authorized service depot or
Danby’s Toll Free
Number
for assistance.
Tel: 1-800-26- (1-800-263-2629)
