If you have a mini split with an E7 error code, the usual cause is a mode conflict or a communication issue. There are also a few things a DIY type person can do before calling an HVAC tech. Of course, if in doubt, always call a professional HVAC tech. Below are the things to… Read More »
DF code on a mini split, means it is in Defrost Mode. A DF (Defrost Mode) is normal and usually temporary. If it does not clear after 15-20 minutes and the outside unit is not frozen there may be an issue. A Mini split unit will go into defrost mode when the outside unit becomes… Read More »
Mini split units are very popular since they have very high efficiency ratings and are very adaptable to many scenarios. Package types include 1-zone, 2-zone, 3-zone, 4-zone, and 5-zone multi zone systems. 5-zone systems, also called Quint units, are a good fit for a building that needs five rooms cooled and heated with a single… Read More »
Mini Split units are great DIY AC units to install and cool an open space or section of a home. After installing a unit, the wiring and refrigerant line-set is left exposed and is a bit ugly to look at. An easy, low-cost fix is to buy a decorative line-set cover kit that hides all… Read More »
One of the biggest challenges to installing a mini-split is getting the line-set flares together correctly. The connections need to be sealed well for the system to work properly. Most DIY mini-split kits will come already with flared ends, but sometimes, these flares will need to be redone. If the tip becomes scratched or over-tightened,… Read More »
Best Mini Split for a Garage What Size Mini Split Does a Garage Need? Do Mini Split Units Heat and Cool? How to Install a Mini Split in a Garage Mini split heat pump units are a great way to heat and cool a garage since they are small and low-cost to operate. They can… Read More »
Which DIY Mini Split Units Heat and Cool? How Hard is a DIY Mini Split to Install? What is the Best DIY Mini Split Heat Pump? Our Picks for Best DIY Mini Split Heat Pumps 2024 DIY Mini Split Heat Pump Comparison Chart How Big a DIY Mini Split (BTU) Should You Get? Mini split… Read More »
Wiring Mini Split Inside Control Wires Wiring a Mini Split Electric AC Items Needed Disconnect Box Types of Wire Gauge for Mini Split Wiring a Disconnect Box To Mini Split Wiring from Breaker Panel to the Disconnect Box Wiring up a mini split HVAC unit is not difficult but does require some basic electrical knowledge.… Read More »
Mini split units have become very popular with DIY individuals and can be very beneficial when heating an cooling a home or business. Their low cost to operate and install compared to traditional HVAC units makes them ideal in many scenarios. How Much Does It Cost to Buy a Mini Split? The Average cost for… Read More »
An EE error code on a Cooper and Hunter mini split is a Water Level Alarm Malfunction. There is an issue with the water level in the unit which should be checked. When the alarm voltage signal is less than 5-volts, the LED will display a failure. Possible Causes of EE Mini Split Error Code… Read More »