Koldfront Intermittent Cooling / Overheating or Icing

Unit runs in Cool mode but occasionally blows warm air, then cools again.

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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

Evaporator icing due to low airflow, condenser overheating, intermittent fan motor, faulty temperature sensor or control board

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Unplug the unit before cleaning or accessing internal parts.

Steps:

  • 1. Check for ice: Remove the front cover and inspect the evaporator coil for ice buildup when the unit is blowing warm air. If iced, turn off cooling and run fan-only until ice melts.
  • 2. Clean filters and coils: Ensure maximum airflow by cleaning filters and both coils.
  • 3. Fan operation: Verify that both indoor and outdoor fans run continuously when cooling is demanded. Intermittent fans can cause temperature swings.
  • 4. Sensor check: Inspect and reseat the room and evaporator sensors; replace if readings are erratic.
  • 5. Professional diagnosis: If the problem persists, a technician should check refrigerant charge and control board operation.
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Repair Difficulty

Medium 3/5

Required Part

Indoor Blower Motor or Temperature Sensors
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