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[Inverter] Compressor startup error

Inverter compressor startup error — Compressor failed to start

Samsung · Air Conditioning

What does [Inverter] Compressor startup error mean?

The inverter compressor in the outdoor unit failed to start correctly, triggering a protection control error. This prevents the system from cooling or heating.

Common Causes

  • Problem with the compressor connection status.
  • Incorrect electrical resistance between different phases of the compressor.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Check the compressor connection status in the outdoor unit.

  2. 2

    Turn off the air conditioner at the main breaker, wait a few minutes, then turn it back on.

  3. 3

    If the problem persists, a service technician may need to check the compressor's phase resistance.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Samsung Air Conditioning
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