Unit shows E8 and stops; may occur after long continuous operation in a cold room.
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: Unplug the unit. Do not attempt to open the sealed refrigerant system yourself.
User‑level checks:
- Room temperature: Ensure the room is within the operating range specified by Mitsubishi Electric (typically above ~10°C). Move the unit to a warmer room and try again.
- Airflow: Clean the air filter and check that intake and exhaust grilles are not blocked. Vacuum dust from the evaporator and condenser surfaces.
- Defrost: If the evaporator is iced over, leave the unit unplugged with covers open for several hours to fully defrost, then restart.
Technician checks:
- Verify evaporator sensor readings vs actual coil temperature.
- Check for signs of refrigerant leak (oil stains on joints, weak cooling).
- Measure system pressures and superheat/subcooling.
Repair: Replace a faulty evaporator temperature sensor or main control PCB if sensor readings are incorrect. If low refrigerant or a leak is confirmed, a certified technician must repair the leak, replace the filter‑drier if fitted, evacuate, and recharge the system.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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