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15. Troubleshooting
Guide
15.1 Refrigeration Cycle System
In order to diagnose malfunctions, make sure that there are no
electrical problems before inspecting the refrigeration cycle.
Such problems include insufficient insulation, problem with the
power source, malfunction of a compressor and a fan.
The normal outlet air temperature and pressure of the refrigeration
cycle depends on various conditions, the standard values for them
are shown in the table on the right.
Difference in the intake
and outlet
air temperatures
More than 14.4°F
(15 minutes after an
operation is started.)
at cooling mode.
Above 25.2°F
(15 minutes after an
operation is started.)
at heating mode.
Less than 14.4°F at the cooling mode
Less than 25.2°F at the heating mode
Higher than specified
Lower than specified
Cooling Mode
High
Low
Low
Value of electric
current during operation
Gas side
pressure
Dusty condenser
preventing heat radiation
Excessive amount
of refrigerant
Inefficient compressor
• Measuring gas side pressure
• Measuring the air temperature
difference
• Measuring electric current
during operation
Insufficient refrigerant
Clogged strainer or
capillary tube
Heating Mode
Low
Low
Low
Inefficient compressor
Insufficient refrigerant
Clogged strainer or
capillary tube
Normal
Normal Pressure and Outlet Air Temperature (Standard)
Gas pressure
PSI (kg/cm
2
G)
Outlet air
temperature (°F)
Cooling Mode
130.53 ~ 174.04
(9 ~ 12)
53.6 ~ 60.8
Heating Mode
333.58 ~ 420.60
(23 ~ 29)
96.8 ~ 113
*Condition: • Indoor fan speed; High
• Outdoor temperature 95°F at cooling
mode and 44.6°F at heating mode
• Compressor operates at rated frequency