Indoor unit stops cooling or heating; fan may run; H14 displayed indicating temperature sensor fault.
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.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Disconnect power at the breaker before removing the indoor unit cover.
Steps to check:
- 1. Access the thermistor: Remove the front panel and filters. Locate the room temperature sensor (small probe or bead-type thermistor) usually clipped near the indoor coil or air intake.
- 2. Inspect wiring and connector: Ensure the thermistor leads are not broken and the connector is firmly seated on the indoor PCB. Reseat the connector.
- 3. Check sensor placement: The thermistor should be in free air flow, not touching metal surfaces or insulation. Reposition if displaced.
- 4. Basic resistance check (optional): With power OFF, disconnect the thermistor and measure resistance with a multimeter. Compare to Panasonic service data (typically 5–20 kΩ depending on temperature). Infinite or near-zero resistance indicates a bad sensor.
- 5. Replace if faulty: If the thermistor is open/shorted or physically damaged, replace it with a Panasonic-compatible indoor room thermistor.
If H14 persists after sensor replacement and wiring checks, the indoor PCB sensor circuit may be defective and should be replaced by a professional.
Repair Difficulty
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