F0
Gorenje Refrigerant System Low Charge or Leakage Protection

Unit displays F0 and does not cool or heat; may start briefly then shut down.

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Safety Warning

This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.

If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.

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Possible Causes

Low refrigerant charge due to leak in flare joints, Leak in indoor or outdoor heat exchanger, Improper evacuation or charging during installation, Faulty pressure or temperature sensor misreading low charge

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety: Refrigerant handling must be done by certified personnel. Do not attempt to open the refrigerant circuit yourself.

User-level checks:

  • Visual inspection: Look for oil stains on flare connections at indoor and outdoor units—these can indicate leaks.
  • Airflow: Ensure indoor and outdoor coils are clean and unobstructed; poor airflow can mimic low-charge symptoms.
  • Operation test: Run the unit in cooling mode at a low set temperature and observe if the outdoor unit runs continuously but room does not cool.

Technician tasks (recommended):

  • Leak test all joints and coils with appropriate tools.
  • Repair leaks, evacuate system, and recharge with the correct type and quantity of refrigerant as specified on the Gorenje nameplate.
  • Verify sensor readings and replace faulty pressure/temperature sensors if misreading.

If F0 appears, schedule service promptly to prevent compressor damage from running with low refrigerant.

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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Refrigerant Circuit (Leak Repair and Recharge)
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