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Upper lamp 3 times, then lower lamp ON

Upper lamp blinks 3 times, then lower lamp lights ON - Refrigerant leak detected

Mitsubishi Electric · Air Conditioning

What does Upper lamp 3 times, then lower lamp ON mean?

The upper lamp blinks three times, and then the lower lamp turns on. This combination indicates a refrigerant leak has been detected by a sensor.

Common Causes

  • Refrigerant leak in the indoor unit piping or heat exchanger
  • Accidental release of refrigerant
  • Faulty refrigerant leak sensor

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Ventilate the room by opening windows.

  2. 2

    Turn off the main breaker after ventilation is complete.

  3. 3

    Inspect the indoor unit for the source of the refrigerant leak and repair it.

  4. 4

    Replace the refrigerant sensor if the leak is not found or the error persists.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Mitsubishi Electric Air Conditioning
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