Klimaire Overcurrent / Short Circuit

Breaker trips when the Klimaire air conditioner starts or shortly after.

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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

Shorted compressor windings, Shorted outdoor inverter module, Shorted wiring or contactor, Oversized unit on undersized circuit

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Do not repeatedly reset a tripping breaker; this is a fire hazard. High-voltage diagnosis should be done by a professional.

  • Step 1 – Inspect wiring: With power OFF, check indoor and outdoor wiring for obvious shorts, burnt insulation, or loose connections.
  • Step 2 – Isolate cause: If possible, disconnect the outdoor unit and see if the indoor unit alone trips the breaker (qualified person only). This can help isolate indoor vs outdoor fault.
  • Step 3 – Professional testing: A technician should measure compressor and fan motor resistance, and inspect the inverter PCB for shorts.
  • Step 4 – Correct circuit sizing: Verify the breaker and wire size match Klimaire's installation manual for your model.
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Repair Difficulty

Professional Required 5/5

Required Part

Outdoor Compressor or Outdoor Inverter Power Board
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