GE AZ85H12DAC - Manual (Page 23)

Safety
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Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Zoneline does The unit is unplugged. • Make sure the Zoneline plug is pushed completely
not start into the outlet.
The fuse is blown/circuit • Check the house fuse/circuit breaker box and replace
breaker is tripped. the fuse or reset the breaker.
The unit is waiting for • This is normal. The Zoneline will start again after it resets.
the compressor overload
protector to reset.
Power failure.
• There is a protective time delay (up to 3 minutes) to
prevent tripping of the compressor overload. For this
reason, the unit may not start normal heating or cooling
for 3 minutes after it is turned back on.
Zoneline does not cool Indoor airflow is restricted. • Make sure there are no curtains, blinds or furniture
or heat as it should blocking the air discharge grille or the return air grille.
Outdoor airflow is • Make sure the architectural louver is not restricted.
restricted or recirculated. This can cause the unit to cycle off due to the compressor
overload.
• Outdoor grille must have a minimum of 65% free area.
Non-GE grilles may be too restrictive for proper
performance. Consult your salesperson for assistance.
The air filter is dirty. • Change the filter at least every 30 days.
See the Care and Cleaning–Air Filters section.
The room may have • When the Zoneline is first turned on you need to
been hot or cold. allow time for the room to cool down or warm up.
Outdoor air is • Set the vent control to the CLOSE position.
entering the room.
Burning odor Dust is on the surface • This can cause a “burning” odor at the beginning of
at the start of the heating element. the heating operation. This odor should quickly fade.
of heating operation
The air is not always The heat pump is not • This is normal. The heat pump will produce warm air
cool or hot during producing hot air. but not as hot as air produced when the higher-cost
operation electric heat is used.
The fan switch may be • This causes the fan to blow room temperature air
set at continuous fan. even when the compressor or heater cycles off.
The continuous air movement provides better
overall temperature control.
The air does not feel The heat pump alone • Use the Electric Heat Option. This turns off the heat
warm enough during produces air that feels pump and warms with electric heat only.
heating operation cooler than desired. NOTE: Use of this option will result in increased energy
consumption.
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