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[Inverter] Total current error / PFC over current error

Inverter total current or PFC overcurrent error — Excessive current detected

Samsung · Air Conditioning

What does [Inverter] Total current error / PFC over current error mean?

The inverter system has detected an excessive total current or an overcurrent in the Power Factor Correction (PFC) circuit, triggering a protection shutdown. The unit will turn off.

Common Causes

  • Issue with the input power supply to the unit.
  • Incorrect coolant charging status.
  • Outdoor fan not operating normally.

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Check the input power supply to the outdoor unit for stability and correct voltage.

  2. 2

    Ensure the outdoor fan is operating normally and is not obstructed.

  3. 3

    Power cycle the air conditioner to reset the system.

  4. 4

    A qualified technician should check the coolant charging status if the problem reoccurs.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: April 2026

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Source: Samsung Air Conditioning
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