Outdoor overload protection — Outdoor unit or compressor is overloaded

What does Protection of Outdoor Overload mean?

The outdoor unit has detected an overload condition, causing the compressor to stop as a protective measure. This indicates the system is under excessive strain and is an outdoor unit protection control error.

• Sensor connection status issue or faulty sensor.
• Incorrect sensor location.
• Obstruction around the outdoor unit impeding airflow.

Click steps to track your progress.

1. 1

   Check the connection status and location of relevant sensors in the outdoor unit.

2. 2

   Verify that the outdoor unit is not obstructed and has sufficient airflow around it.

3. 3

   Power cycle the air conditioner to clear the protective shutdown.

4. 4

   Clean the outdoor unit coils if they are dirty to improve heat exchange.