Compressor does not restart immediately — 3-minute time delay active

What does 3-minute delay mean?

After the system turns OFF, the compressor will not restart for approximately 3 minutes. This is a built-in safety feature designed to protect the compressor from potential damage due to overload or rapid restarts. This is normal operation.

• Compressor protection mechanism is active.
• System has recently been turned off.

Click steps to track your progress.

1. 1

   Understand that this is a normal protective function of the air conditioner.

2. 2

   Wait for at least 3 minutes after the system turns off before attempting to restart it.

3. 3

   Avoid repeatedly pressing the ON/OFF button during this protective delay period.