Bryant Air Conditioning

47 fault codes documented

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Code 13 — Limit Circuit Lockout

The limit circuit has detected a potentially unsafe condition, likely overheating, and has locked out the system. The system will use heat pump heating if available.

14

Code 14 — Ignition Lockout

The system has failed to ignite the burner after multiple attempts. The system will use heat pump heating if available.

15

Code 15 — Blower Motor Lockout

This code indicates a problem with the blower motor, preventing airflow. The ventilator, humidifier, dehumidifier, and outdoor unit will be turned off.

21

Code 21 — Gas Heating Lockout

The system has locked out gas heating operation. The system will use heat pump heating if available.

22

Code 22 — Abnormal Flame Proving Signal

The system is not reliably detecting a flame when it should be. This can lead to the system shutting down for safety.

23

Code 23 — Pressure Switch Did Not Open

The pressure switch, which monitors airflow, did not return to its 'open' state as expected. This may indicate an airflow restriction or a faulty switch.

24

Code 24 — Secondary Voltage Fuse Open

A fuse related to the secondary voltage circuit has blown. This indicates a potential electrical issue within that circuit.

25

Code 25 — Invalid model plug

The system has detected an incorrect or incompatible model plug in the outdoor unit. This prevents the unit from operating.

33

Code 33 — Limit Circuit Fault (high heat only)

A fault has been detected in the limit circuit specifically when the system is operating in high heat mode. High heat operation will be disabled.

37

Code 37 — Heater output sensed on when not energized

This code indicates a fault where the heater is detected as being on even when it should not be receiving power. This can affect heating performance and safety.

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Code 41 — Blower Motor Fault

This fault signifies an issue with the blower motor. When this occurs, the ventilator, humidifier, dehumidifier, and outdoor unit will shut off.

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Code 41 — Blower Motor Fault (cooling mode only)

This fault indicates an issue with the blower motor specifically when the system is in cooling mode. The ventilator, humidifier, dehumidifier, and outdoor unit will be turned off.

44

Code 44 — Motor Communication Fault

This error indicates a problem with communication between motors in the system. The ventilator, humidifier, dehumidifier, and outdoor unit will be turned off.

45

Code 45 — Control failure / Control Circuitry Lockout

This code points to a failure within the system's control circuitry. This can prevent the system from operating correctly.

47

Code 47 — No 230V at unit

The outdoor unit is not receiving the expected 230-volt power supply. This will prevent the unit from operating.

73

Code 73 — Contactor shorted

The contactor, an electrical switch, is shorted. This means it is stuck in a closed position when it should be open, potentially causing continuous operation or damage.

74

Code 74 — No high voltage at compressor

The compressor in the outdoor unit is not receiving high voltage power. This prevents the compressor from running.

76

Code 76 — Low stage didn’t start three times

The system's low stage compressor has failed to start successfully after three attempts. This indicates a problem preventing low-stage operation.

78

Code 78 — High stage didn’t start three times

The system's high stage compressor has failed to start successfully after three attempts. This indicates a problem preventing high-stage operation.

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Code 81 — Thermal lockout in low stage (4 hrs)

The low stage compressor has experienced a thermal lockout, meaning it has overheated and shut down. It will remain locked out for 4 hours.

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Code 82 — Thermal lockout in high stage (4 hrs)

The high stage compressor has experienced a thermal lockout due to overheating and will remain shut down for 4 hours.

83

Code 83 — Low Pressure Lockout (4 hrs)

The system has locked out due to low pressure in the refrigerant system. This typically indicates a refrigerant leak or other flow restriction. Lockout lasts 4 hours.

84

Code 84 — High Pressure Lockout (4 hrs)

The system has locked out due to high pressure in the refrigerant system. This may indicate an issue with airflow or overcharging. Lockout lasts 4 hours.

85

Code 85 — Low contactor open

The low stage contactor is stuck open, meaning it is not allowing power to reach the low stage components when it should.

86

Code 86 — Low contactor shorted

The low stage contactor is shorted, meaning it is stuck closed and allowing power through when it should be open. This can cause continuous operation or damage.

87

Code 87 — High contactor open

The high stage contactor is stuck in the open position, failing to supply power to the high stage components.

CANNOT COMMUNICATE WITH INDOOR UNIT

Cannot communicate with indoor unit — System cannot connect to the furnace or fan coil

The Evolution Control is unable to establish communication with the main indoor heating or cooling equipment. This message appears during the initial power-up sequence and must be resolved for the system to function.

ELECTRIC HEATER NOT IDENTIFIED

Electric heater not identified — System cannot detect the electric heating element

This message appears if the Evolution Control cannot automatically detect an installed electric heater. This typically occurs with fan coil, packaged heat pump, or packaged AC systems that use electric heat.

EVOLUTION_CONTROL_NO_POWER

Evolution Control does not power up

The Evolution Control user interface is not turning on. This prevents system operation and control.

F SWITCH OPEN F=FAULT

F SWITCH OPEN FAULT — Blower motor issue

This indicates a fault related to the blower motor, likely due to a safety switch being opened. The system has logged this as a blower motor fault.

FROZEN_COIL

Possible Frozen Coil

The system may have a frozen coil, which occurs when moisture in the air freezes on the indoor coil due to restricted airflow or low temperatures.

HIGH_HUMIDITY

High Humidity Alert

The relative humidity in the room has exceeded 80% for 30 minutes. The alert will clear when humidity drops below 78%.

HIGH_ROOM_TEMP

High Room Temp Alert

The room temperature has exceeded 100°F for at least 10 minutes. The alert will clear when the temperature drops below 98°F.

IN_SERVICE_MODE

IN SERVICE MODE — System controlled by service tool

The user interface is currently displaying 'IN SERVICE MODE'. This means a service tool is controlling the system, and the regular user interface is temporarily inactive.

INDOOR_COMM_FAULT

Indoor unit communication fault

There is a communication error between the main control unit and the indoor equipment. This prevents proper system operation.

INDOOR_UNIT_NOT_FOUND

Indoor Unit Not Found

The Evolution Control cannot detect the indoor unit. This communication error prevents the system from operating.

LOW PRESSURE

LOW PRESSURE — System needs attention

This event indicates that a low pressure condition has been detected within the system. This often relates to the refrigerant levels or airflow.

LOW_ROOM_TEMP

Low Room Temp Alert

The room temperature has fallen below 38°F for at least 10 minutes. The alert will clear when the temperature rises above 40°F.

NIM_COMM_FAULT

NIM communication fault

This error indicates a communication failure with the Network Interface Module (NIM). The NIM is responsible for network connectivity.

NO_SENSOR_DATA

NO SENSOR DATA — Sensor failure or communication loss

The system is not receiving data from a temperature sensor. This could be due to a failed sensor or a communication problem between the sensor and the control unit.

OUTDOOR UNIT NOT IDENTIFIED

Outdoor unit not identified — System cannot detect the air conditioner or heat pump

The Evolution Control cannot find or identify the outdoor unit (air conditioner or heat pump). This message appears during the initial power-up sequence if a communicating outdoor unit is installed but not detected.

OUTDOOR_COMM_FAULT

Outdoor unit communication fault

The control system cannot communicate with the outdoor unit. This means the outdoor unit will not function.

OUTDOOR_UNIT_NOT_FOUND

Outdoor Unit Not Found (two-stage communicating)

The Evolution Control cannot detect the two-stage communicating outdoor unit. This communication failure stops the outdoor unit from operating.

PACKAGED_COMM_FAULT

Packaged product communication fault

A communication error has occurred with a packaged unit. This indicates a problem in the data exchange between components of the packaged system.

SAM_COMM_FAULT

SAM communication fault

A communication error has been detected with the System Access Module (SAM). This module is crucial for system integration and control.

Static Press UNKNOWN

Static Pressure Unknown — System adjusting blower speed

The system cannot accurately calculate the static pressure. It is automatically reducing the blower speed to compensate.

SYSTEM_MALFUNCTION

SYSTEM MALFUNCTION — Call Technician

A general system malfunction has occurred, indicated on the main screen. A technician should check the 'Last 10 System Events' for specific fault codes.