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AF

AF — High Temperature Fault

Carrier · 38AP Air Handler

What does AF mean?

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

Common Causes

  • Ambient temperature too high
  • Cooling fan failure (if equipped)

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Check that the cooling fan is operating correctly.

  2. 2

    Ensure the ambient temperature around the unit is within the operating range.

  3. 3

    If the fan is not working, check its connections and power supply.

  4. 4

    If the fan is functional, consider if the ambient temperature is persistently too high for the unit's rating.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

A051A051 — Circuit A, Compressor 1 Stuck On Failure AlarmA052A052 — Circuit A, Compressor 2 Stuck On Failure AlarmA053A053 — Circuit A, Compressor 3 Stuck On Failure Alarm
Source: Carrier 38AP Air Handler
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