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E8 / 1 Red Flash

E8 / 1 Red Flash - Heating overload operation

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries · Air Conditioners

What does E8 / 1 Red Flash mean?

The remote control displays E8, and the indoor unit's red LED flashes once (while the green LED keeps flashing). This indicates the unit is experiencing an overload during heating operation, leading to abnormally high indoor heat exchanger temperatures.

Common Causes

  • Heating over-load due to installation or operating conditions
  • A short-circuit in the indoor heat exchanger temperature sensor
  • Defective indoor unit control PCB

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Reduce the heating setting on the remote control and allow the unit to cool down.

  2. 2

    Ensure there are no obstructions around the indoor or outdoor units that could impede airflow.

  3. 3

    Turn off the air conditioner at the main power breaker and wait for 10-15 minutes before restarting.

  4. 4

    If the problem continues, a service technician may need to check the heat exchanger temperature sensor or the control PCB.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Air Conditioners
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