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PC44

PC44 — Outdoor unit zero speed protection

Lennox · Air Conditioning

What does PC44 mean?

The outdoor unit's compressor or fan is detected as having zero speed when it should be running, triggering a protection.

Common Causes

  • Compressor or fan motor failure
  • Lack of power to the motor
  • Control board malfunction

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Ensure the unit has power.

  2. 2

    Check that the compressor and fan are not physically obstructed.

  3. 3

    Reset the unit by cycling the power off and on.

  4. 4

    If the zero speed condition persists, professional diagnosis of the motor and control system is needed.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

E0E0 — Indoor unit EEPROM error (MMDB Indoor Units)E1E1 — Communication error between indoor and outdoor units (MMDB Indoor Units)E3E3 — Indoor fan speed error (MMDB Indoor Units)
Source: Lennox Air Conditioning
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