American Standard

American Standard Air Conditioners Error Codes

Complete list of fault codes and troubleshooting guides. Use the search below to find your specific error.

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E0
Thermostat displays E0 and the American Standard air conditioner will not respond to temperature changes
Indoor-Outdoor Communication Fault
E1
Thermostat or wall control shows E1 and the American Standard air conditioner does not cool
High-Pressure Switch Open
E2
Thermostat or control board shows E2 and cooling stops intermittently
Low-Pressure Switch Open / Loss of Charge
E3
Thermostat or control module shows E3 and the outdoor unit will not start
Outdoor Temperature Sensor Fault
E4
Thermostat or indoor display shows E4 and the system cycles off quickly after starting
Indoor Coil Temperature Sensor Fault / Freeze Protection Error
E5
Thermostat or control shows E5 and the compressor does not start or shuts down quickly
Compressor Overload / Overcurrent Protection
E6
Thermostat or control module shows E6 and the indoor blower runs but the outdoor unit does not
Outdoor Unit Communication / Control Fault
E7
Thermostat or display shows E7 and the system will not switch modes correctly (cool/heat/fan)
Mode Control / Reversing Valve Circuit Fault (Heat Pump Models)
E8
Thermostat or indoor display shows E8 and the blower shuts down unexpectedly
Indoor Blower Motor Fault / ECM Communication Error
E9
Thermostat or control shows E9 and the system locks out after several failed start attempts
System Lockout / Multiple Faults Detected
F01
American Standard thermostat displays F01 and will not control the air conditioner
Thermostat Internal Fault
F02
Thermostat shows F02 and the indoor temperature reading is obviously incorrect
Indoor Temperature Sensor Fault (Thermostat)
F03
Thermostat or control shows F03 and the system will not run in cooling mode
Outdoor Unit Not Responding
H0
American Standard heat pump shows H0 and will not enter defrost or heat properly
Defrost Control Fault
H1
Heat pump displays H1 and shuts down heating operation
High Discharge Temperature / Overheat Protection
H2
Heat pump shows H2 and alternates between heating and standby frequently
Low Outdoor Temperature / Protection Mode
L1
Indoor control board LED flashes L1 pattern and the blower does not start in cooling
Blower Motor Lockout
L2
Indoor control board LED flashes L2 and the system will not respond to thermostat calls
Low-Voltage Short / Fuse Open
L3
Indoor control board LED flashes L3 and the compressor cycles off on safety
Pressure Switch Lockout
L4
Indoor control board LED flashes L4 and the compressor does not start
Open Compressor Circuit / Contactor Fault
L5
Indoor control board LED flashes L5 and the system shuts down shortly after starting
Line Voltage Polarity / Ground Fault
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner causes excessive vibration and rattling in the home
System Vibration / Mounting Issues
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner cycles on but shuts off after a few seconds
Immediate Shutdown After Start
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner fan runs but stops and starts repeatedly without thermostat changes
Blower or Fan Control Issue
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner freezes up with ice on the indoor coil or suction line
Evaporator Coil Icing
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner makes loud banging or clanking noises from the outdoor unit
Mechanical Noise from Condensing Unit
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner outdoor fan runs but indoor blower does not
Indoor Blower Non-Operation
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner runs but does not cool the home effectively
Insufficient Cooling Capacity / Poor Heat Transfer
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner runs but some rooms are not getting enough airflow
Uneven Air Distribution
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner short cycles, turning on and off every few minutes
Short Cycling
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner trips the breaker when it starts
Breaker Trip on Startup
Symptom
American Standard air conditioner will not start at all, no indoor blower and no outdoor unit operation
Complete System No-Start
Symptom
American Standard heat pump blows cool air in heat mode or warm air in cool mode
Reversing Valve or Control Problem
Symptom
American Standard outdoor unit runs continuously and rarely shuts off
Continuous Operation / Long Run Time
Symptom
American Standard thermostat is on but does not call for cooling even when room is warm
Thermostat Control Issue
Symptom
Burning or electrical smell when American Standard air conditioner starts
Overheating Electrical Component
Symptom
Indoor American Standard air handler makes a loud squealing or screeching noise when running
Blower Motor or Wheel Noise
Symptom
Indoor blower runs but air from vents is warm when cooling is selected
Compressor Not Running
Symptom
Musty or moldy odor from vents when American Standard air conditioner runs
Biological Growth in Evaporator or Ducts
Symptom
Outdoor American Standard condensing unit will not start at all, but the indoor blower runs
Outdoor Unit No-Start Condition
Symptom
Water dripping from secondary drain pan or ceiling under American Standard air handler
Primary Drain Pan Overflow
Symptom
Water leaking from American Standard indoor air handler or furnace cabinet during cooling
Condensate Drainage Failure
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