Carrier 38AP Air Handler

60 fault codes documented

A051

A051 — Circuit A, Compressor 1 Stuck On Failure Alarm

This alarm indicates that Compressor 1 on Circuit A is stuck in the 'on' state. All compressor outputs are de-energized, but head pressure control remains active. A manual reset is required.

A052

A052 — Circuit A, Compressor 2 Stuck On Failure Alarm

This alarm signifies that Compressor 2 on Circuit A is stuck in the 'on' position. All compressor outputs are de-energized, but head pressure control remains active. Manual reset is necessary.

A053

A053 — Circuit A, Compressor 3 Stuck On Failure Alarm

This alarm indicates that Compressor 3 on Circuit A is stuck in the 'on' position. All compressor outputs are de-energized, but head pressure control remains active. A manual reset is required.

A055

A055 — Circuit B, Compressor 1 Stuck On Failure Alarm

This alarm indicates that Compressor 1 on Circuit B is stuck in the 'on' position. All compressor outputs are de-energized, but head pressure control remains active. Manual reset is necessary.

A056

A056 — Circuit B, Compressor 2 Stuck On Failure Alarm

This alarm indicates that Compressor 2 on Circuit B is stuck in the 'on' position. All compressor outputs are de-energized, but head pressure control remains active. Manual reset is necessary.

A057

A057 — Circuit B, Compressor 3 Stuck On Failure Alarm

This alarm indicates that Compressor 3 on Circuit B is stuck in the 'on' position. All compressor outputs are de-energized, but head pressure control remains active. Manual reset is necessary.

A060

A060 — Supply Air Thermistor Failure Alarm

The supply air thermistor has failed. The unit will shut down automatically. The alarm can be reset automatically once the thermistor is functioning correctly.

A061

A061 — Return Air Thermistor Failure Alarm

The return air thermistor has failed. The unit will shut down automatically. This alarm can be reset automatically when the thermistor is functioning correctly.

AF

AF — High Temperature Fault

The ambient temperature is too high, or the cooling fan has failed. The system is overheating.

Alarm Return Air Temperature Update not received

Return Air Temperature Update not received Alarm

The system is not receiving updates for the return air temperature. The unit will shut down. This alarm resets automatically upon receipt of temperature updates.

Alarm Supply Air Temperature Update not received

Supply Air Temperature Update not received Alarm

The system is not receiving updates for the supply air temperature. The unit will shut down. This alarm resets automatically when updates are received.

CF

CF — Control Fault: Corrupted Data

An Electronic Programming Module (EPM) with corrupted data has been installed, or the EPM is blank. A factory reset is needed.

CL

CL — Current Limit Reached

The output current has exceeded the set CURRENT LIMIT. The drive is reducing output frequency to lower the current. If this persists, it may lead to a CURRENT OVERLOAD fault.

COMM FAIL

COMM FAIL — Communications Failure Alert

Communication between the scrolling marquee and the Main Base Board (MBB) has been lost. If the communication loss is internal to the MBB, the unit will shut down or not start. The alert resets automatically once communications are re-established.

Circuit A, Compressor 1 Failure

Circuit A, Compressor 1 Failure Alert

This alert indicates a general failure of Compressor 1 on Circuit A. The affected compressor has been shut down. A manual reset is required.

Circuit A, Compressor 2 Failure

Circuit A, Compressor 2 Failure Alert

This alert signifies a general failure of Compressor 2 on Circuit A. The affected compressor has been shut down. A manual reset is required.

Circuit A, Compressor 3 Failure

Circuit A, Compressor 3 Failure Alert

This alert indicates a general failure of Compressor 3 on Circuit A. The affected compressor has been shut down. A manual reset is required.

Circuit B, Compressor 1 Failure

Circuit B, Compressor 1 Failure Alert

This alert indicates a general failure of Compressor 1 on Circuit B. The affected compressor has been shut down. A manual reset is required.

Circuit B, Compressor 2 Failure

Circuit B, Compressor 2 Failure Alert

This alert indicates a general failure of Compressor 2 on Circuit B. The affected compressor has been shut down. A manual reset is required.

Circuit B, Compressor 3 Failure

Circuit B, Compressor 3 Failure Alert

This alert indicates a general failure of Compressor 3 on Circuit B. The affected compressor has been shut down. A manual reset is required.

Er

Er — Invalid Data or Command

Invalid data has been entered, or an invalid command was attempted. This indicates a user input error.

GF

GF — Data Fault: Corrupted User Data

The user data and OEM defaults in the EPM are corrupted. Restore factory defaults or replace the EPM.

Green LED 1 flash

Green LED flashes once — Loss of communication

The control module is not communicating with the master controller. This warning indicates communication has been lost for more than 5 minutes. The unit will typically continue to run if the communication loss is external to the module.

Green LED 3 flashes

Green LED flashes three times — Short cycling detected

The compressor has cycled on and off too frequently, running for less than one minute per cycle. This warning is active if the compressor has short cycled more than 48 times in 24 hours and the 'Short Cycling' DIP switch is OFF.

Green LED 4 flashes

Green LED flashes four times — Scroll thermistor issue

The module detects an issue with the scroll NTC thermistor, indicating it may be open or shorted. This warning is not applicable to 38AP units.

HF

HF — High DC Bus Voltage Fault

The line voltage is too high, the deceleration rate is too fast, or there is an overhauling load. Adjust settings or check voltage.

JF

JF — Serial Fault: Lost Communication

The watchdog timer has timed out, indicating that the serial link has been lost. Check connections and communication settings.

LC

LC — Fault Lockout: Manual Reset Required

The drive has failed three start attempts and requires a manual reset to clear the fault lockout.

RUN/ERROR LEDs: 14 flashes/sec RUN, 14 flashes/sec ERROR alternating

Run and Error LEDs flash rapidly in sequence — Brownout detected

The controller has detected a significant voltage drop (brownout). It has entered a recovery state and will attempt to restart after a delay.

RUN/ERROR LEDs: 2 flashes/sec RUN, 1 flash/sec ERROR alternating

Run and Error LEDs flash in sequence — Controller is alone on the network

The controller is operating correctly but is the only device detected on its network segment. This may indicate a network configuration issue or that other devices are offline.

RUN/ERROR LEDs: 2 flashes/sec RUN, 2 flashes/sec ERROR alternating

Run and Error LEDs flash in sequence — Controller running with 5-minute auto-restart delay

The controller is indicating normal operation but has entered a 5-minute auto-restart delay following a system error. The controller will attempt to restart automatically after this delay.

RUN/ERROR LEDs: 2 flashes/sec RUN, 3 flashes/sec ERROR alternating

Run and Error LEDs flash in sequence — Controller has been formatted

This indicates that the controller has just been formatted or reset to its factory defaults. Control programs may need to be reloaded.

RUN/ERROR LEDs: 2 flashes/sec RUN, Solid ON ERROR

Run LED flashes, Error LED solid on — Execution halted due to frequent errors

The controller has halted program execution due to repeated system errors or control program failures. This indicates a significant issue requiring investigation.

RUN/ERROR LEDs: 5 flashes/sec RUN, Off ERROR

Run LED flashes rapidly, Error LED off — Firmware transfer in progress, Boot is running

The controller is in the bootloader mode, actively transferring firmware. The unit will restart automatically once the transfer is complete.

RUN/ERROR LEDs: 5 flashes/sec RUN, Solid ON ERROR

Run and Error LEDs flash rapidly — Execution start-up aborted, Boot is running

The controller's startup process has been aborted, and it is currently in the bootloader mode. This may occur after a firmware update or a critical error.

RUN/ERROR LEDs: 7 flashes/sec RUN, 7 flashes/sec ERROR alternating

Run and Error LEDs flash in sequence — 10-second recovery period after brownout

The controller is in a 10-second recovery period following a power disturbance (brownout). It is preparing to resume normal operation.

Red LED 1 flash

Red LED flashes once — Motor high temperature

The motor's PTC circuit has exceeded a high resistance limit, indicating high motor temperature. This will open the M2-M1 contacts, stopping the compressor. The system will attempt to reset after 30 minutes if the temperature normalizes. Five consecutive alerts will cause a lockout.

Red LED 2 flashes

Red LED flashes twice — Motor thermistor open or shorted

The motor PTC thermistor circuit shows a resistance value indicating it is open or shorted. This stops the compressor. The system attempts to reset after 30 minutes if the thermistor returns to a normal resistance range. A lockout occurs after 6 hours of the fault condition.

Red LED 3 flashes

Red LED flashes three times — Short cycling lockout

The compressor is locked out due to excessive short cycling. This occurs when the 'Short Cycling' DIP switch is ON and the compressor cycles on and off too frequently (less than 1 minute runtime) within a 24-hour period. A power cycle is required to clear the lockout.

Red LED 4 flashes

Red LED flashes four times — Scroll high temperature

The scroll NTC circuit has detected a temperature condition indicating potential overheating. This will temporarily stop the compressor. This code is not used for troubleshooting on 38AP units.

Red LED 6 flashes

Red LED flashes six times — Missing phase

A phase is missing in one of the three leads supplying power to the compressor. This will stop the compressor. The system will attempt to reset after 5 minutes if the phase condition is corrected. Lockout occurs after 10 consecutive alerts.

Red LED 7 flashes

Red LED flashes seven times — Reverse phase detected

The phase sequence of the incoming power to the compressor is incorrect. This will immediately stop the compressor and lock it out after one alert. A power cycle is required to clear the lockout.

Red LED 9 flashes

Red LED flashes nine times — Module low voltage

The voltage supplied to the control module (on T2-T1 terminals) is below 18 VAC for more than 5 seconds. This will stop the compressor. The system will attempt to reset after 5 minutes if the voltage is between 18 and 30 VAC. This alert does not cause a lockout.

Solid Red LED

Solid red LED — Module malfunction

The control module has detected an internal fault. This requires a module reset by removing power, and potentially replacing the module if the issue persists.

T048

T048 — Circuit A Compressor Availability Alert

This alert indicates that Circuit A's compressor is currently unavailable or has been shut down. Manual intervention is required to reset.

T049

T049 — Circuit B Compressor Availability Alert

This alert signifies that Circuit B's compressor is not available or has been shut down. A manual reset is needed to clear this alert.

T051

T051 — Circuit A, Compressor 1 Chattering Failure Alert

This alert means the compressor on Circuit A, Compressor 1, is rapidly cycling on and off (chattering). The affected compressor is shut down to prevent damage. A manual reset is needed.

T052

T052 — Circuit A, Compressor 2 Chattering Failure Alert

This alert indicates Compressor 2 on Circuit A is rapidly cycling on and off (chattering). The compressor has been shut down to prevent damage. Requires a manual reset.

T053

T053 — Circuit A, Compressor 3 Chattering Failure Alert

This alert signifies that Compressor 3 on Circuit A is rapidly cycling on and off (chattering). The affected compressor has been shut down to prevent damage. Requires a manual reset.

T055

T055 — Circuit B, Compressor 1 Chattering Failure Alert

This alert signifies that Compressor 1 on Circuit B is rapidly cycling on and off (chattering). The affected compressor has been shut down to prevent damage. Requires a manual reset.

T056

T056 — Circuit B, Compressor 2 Chattering Failure Alert

This alert signifies that Compressor 2 on Circuit B is rapidly cycling on and off (chattering). The affected compressor has been shut down to prevent damage. Requires a manual reset.

T057

T057 — Circuit B, Compressor 3 Chattering Failure Alert

This alert signifies that Compressor 3 on Circuit B is rapidly cycling on and off (chattering). The affected compressor has been shut down to prevent damage. Requires a manual reset.

T068

T068 — Circuit A Return Gas Thermistor Failure Alert

The return gas thermistor for Circuit A has failed. This circuit will shut down. The alert resets automatically once the thermistor is functioning correctly.

T069

T069 — Circuit B Return Gas Thermistor Failure Alert

The return gas thermistor for Circuit B has failed, causing this circuit to shut down. The alert resets automatically when the thermistor is functioning correctly.

T073

T073 — Outside Air Thermistor Failure Alert

The outside air thermistor has failed. Outside air temperature reset functionality will be disabled, but the unit will continue to run under normal set point control. Outdoor ambient lockout is also disabled. The alert resets automatically when the thermistor functions correctly.

T074

T074 — Space Temperature Thermistor Failure Alert

The space temperature thermistor has failed. Space temperature reset functionality will be disabled, and the unit will run under normal set point control. The alert resets automatically when the thermistor functions correctly.

T082

T082 — Space Temperature Offset Sensor Failure Alert

The space temperature offset sensor has failed. This offset function will be disabled, but the unit will continue to run normally without the offset. The alert resets automatically when the sensor functions correctly.

T090

T090 — Circuit A Discharge Pressure Transducer Failure Alert

The discharge pressure transducer for Circuit A has failed, causing Circuit A to shut down. The alert resets automatically once the transducer is functioning correctly.

T091

T091 — Circuit B Discharge Pressure Transducer Failure Alert

The discharge pressure transducer for Circuit B has failed, causing Circuit B to shut down. The alert resets automatically once the transducer is functioning correctly.

cF

cF — Incompatible EPM Version

An EPM with an incompatible parameter version has been installed. The EPM needs to be removed or reset to match the drive's version.

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