Room air conditioner voltage limits – LG LT1230HR User Manual

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Service Manual 29

Troubleshooting Guide

NAME PLATE RATING

MINIMUM

MAXIMUM

115V

103.5V

126.5V

208/230V

187V

253V

COMPLAINT

CAUSE

REMEDY

Check voltage. See the limits on the preceding.
page. If not within limits, call an electrician.

Check the wire connections, if loose, repair or
replace the terminal. If wires are off, refer to wiring
diagram for identification, and replace. Check wire
locations. If not per wiring diagram, correct.

Check for continuity, refer to the wiring diagram
for terminal identification. Replace the switch if
circuit is open.

Check the position of knob If not at the coldest
setting, advance the knob to this setting and
restart unit.
Check continuity of the thermostat. Replace
thermostat if circuit is open.

Check the capacitor.
Replace if not within ±10% of manufacturers
rating. Replace if shorted, open, or damaged.

Check the compressor for open circuit or
ground. If open or grounded, replace the compres-
sor.

Check the compressor overload, if externally
mounted. Replace if open. (If the compressor
temperature is high, remove the overload, cool it,
and retest.)

Voltage

Wiring

Rotary

Thermostat

Capacitor (Discharge
capacitor before
servicing.)

Compressor

Overload

Compressor will not run,
but fan motor runs.

ROOM AIR CONDITIONER VOLTAGE LIMITS

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