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1 (1 sec ON), longer pause (2 sec OFF)

Amber LED flashes 1 time (1 sec ON) then longer pause (2 sec OFF) — Variable Capacity Range Cutback

Carrier · Heat Pumps

What does 1 (1 sec ON), longer pause (2 sec OFF) mean?

The amber LED flashes once for one second, then has a longer two-second pause. This signifies the unit is in a variable capacity range cutback due to pressure trips, high load, flank loading, or oil circulation issues. The system will attempt to self-recover.

Common Causes

  • Five or more high pressure trips within 2 hours
  • Two or more torque limit trips within 2 hours
  • Flank load too high
  • Oil circulation cutback

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Allow the system to attempt self-mitigation. It may recover on its own.

  2. 2

    If persistent, this condition could lead to a lockout (refer to Error Code 84 or 99).

  3. 3

    If the issue continues, contact a qualified technician to investigate high pressure, high load, or oil circulation issues.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

Related Faults

1, pauseAmber LED flashes 1 time then pauses — Variable Capacity Operation16Communication Loss Event 1625Invalid Model Event 25
Source: Carrier Heat Pumps
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