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3. Adjust the time period between defrost cycles by placing the 

defrost time plug in the proper position. See “Defrost Control 
Board.” 

For 30-minute intervals between defrost cycles, move the 
Defrost Time Setting Plug to the pins corresponding 
to 30.

For 60-minute intervals between defrost cycles, move the 
Defrost Time Setting Plug to the pins corresponding to 
60 (this setting is the factory preset setting).

For 90-minute intervals between defrost cycles, move the 
Defrost Time Setting Plug to the pins corresponding 
to 90.

4. Replace the control box cover.

5. Reconnect power.

Troubleshoot the Defrost System

Diagnostic LEDs

The defrost board uses 2 LEDs for diagnostics. The LEDs flash a 
specific sequence according to the condition.

1. Disconnect power.

2. Remove control box cover.

3. Reconnect power and set thermostat for heating operation.

4. Observe LEDs and compare to Defrost Control Board 

Diagnostic LEDs chart.

5. If a system failure is indicated, take appropriate action to 

correct.

6. Turn off thermostat and disconnect power.

7. Replace control box cover.

8. Reconnect power.

SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

Leaves and other large obstructions should be carefully 
removed from the heat pump surfaces without damaging the 
fin surface of the coil.

Routinely clean or change the indoor air filter. Should the 
indoor coil become dirty, thus restricting airflow, call a 
qualified service person to carefully clean the coil surface.

An annual inspection by a qualified person should be 
performed to ensure continued quality performance.

ASSISTANCE OR SERVICE

If you need further assistance, you can write to the below 
address with any questions or concerns:

Whirlpool

®

 Home Cooling and Heating

14610 Breakers Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32258

Please include a daytime phone number in your correspondence.

Accessories

To order accessories contact your Whirlpool

®

 Home Cooling and 

Heating dealer.

Defrost Control Board Diagnostic LED

Mode

Green 
LED (DS2)

Red LED 
(DS1)

No power to board

Off

Off

Normal operation/power to board

Simultaneous slow flash

Anti-short cycle lockout

Alternating slow flash

Low pressure switch fault

Off

Slow flash

Low pressure switch lockout

Off

On

High pressure switch fault

Slow flash

Off

High pressure switch lockout

On

Off

WARNING

Electrical Shock Hazard

Disconnect power before servicing.

Replace all parts and panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

Summary of Contents for W2GH3

Page 1: ... you don t immediately You can be killed or seriously injured if you don t follow All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the chance of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not followed Your safety and the safety of others are very important We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance Alwa...

Page 2: ...installed in the indoor coil Instructions for replacing the expansion device are provided with the indoor coil LocationRequirements This heat pump is designed to be located outdoors with sufficient clearance for free entrance to the inlet and discharge air openings The location must also allow for adequate service access See Minimum Clearances Where possible select a location for the heat pump whi...

Page 3: ...round vapor line only C Wire tie around vapor line only D Tape or wire tie E Metal sleeve F Tape or wire tie G Strap the vapor line to the floor joist or roof rafter at 8 intervals then strap the liquid line to the vapor line A Anchored heavy nylon wire tie B Strap liquid line to vapor line C Liquid line D Vapor line wrapped in armaflex E Metal sleeve F Wall stud G Automotive muffler type hanger B...

Page 4: ...ready to be completed 1 Route the suction and liquid lines from the fittings on the indoor coil to the fittings on the heat pump Run the lines in as direct a path as possible avoiding unnecessary turns and bends 2 For product efficiency be sure that the suction line is insulated over the entire exposed length and that both suction and liquid lines are not in direct contact with floors walls ductwo...

Page 5: ...re to be supplied by the installer Refer to the rating plate for the maximum over current protection minimum circuit ampacity and operating voltage See wiring diagrams later in this section Install an adequately sized branch circuit disconnect per the NEC within sight of and readily accessible from heat pump The cable or conduit and fittings connected from the disconnect to the heat pump shall be ...

Page 6: ... ground wire C 208 230 volt field supply wires WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing Replace all parts and panels before operating Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock T1 T2 L1 L2 L1 L2 C A B A Do not connect C common connection between indoor unit and thermostat except when required by the indoor thermostat Refer to the thermostat installation instr...

Page 7: ...s necessary to maintain system performance The defrost control is time temperature initiated and temperature terminated with a maximum defrost time time out of 10 minutes The time between defrost cycles is preset at 60 minute intervals at the factory but can be field adjusted between 30 60 or 90 minutes To adjust the time period between defrost cycles see Adjust Time Between Defrost Cycles The def...

Page 8: ...he test pins When the jumper is placed across the Test pins for 2 seconds the control will enter the defrost mode If the jumper is removed before an additional 5 second period has elapsed 7 seconds total the unit will remain in defrost mode until the defrost thermostat opens or 14 minutes have passed If the jumper is not removed until after the additional 5 second period has elapsed the defrost wi...

Page 9: ...eaves and other large obstructions should be carefully removed from the heat pump surfaces without damaging the fin surface of the coil Routinely clean or change the indoor air filter Should the indoor coil become dirty thus restricting airflow call a qualified service person to carefully clean the coil surface An annual inspection by a qualified person should be performed to ensure continued qual...

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