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EH C3 error code

The indoor unit receives a refrigerant sensor fault signal for 10 seconds or does not receive refrigerant sensor feedback for 150 seconds.

Severity
technician
Verified
Jul 18, 2026

What triggers it

The indoor unit receives a refrigerant sensor fault signal for 10 seconds or does not receive refrigerant sensor feedback for 150 seconds.

What to do

  1. Check the connection between the refrigerant sensor and the indoor PCB.
  2. Correct the wiring if the refrigerant sensor is not properly connected.
  3. Replace the refrigerant sensor.
  4. If the fault still exists after replacing the sensor, replace the indoor main PCB.

Which systems show it

  • MRCOOL DIY 5th Generation single-zone 9k, 12k, 18k, 24k, and 36k D25 indoor/outdoor models listed in manual section 1.1.

Related codes

Technician scope

Refrigerant sensor, PCB

Source

MRCOOL R454B DIY-5 service manual
Document
data/sources/mrcool-diy5-service.pdf
Section
4.7 TS05-N10: Refrigerant sensor error diagnosis and solution
Page
68
Verified Jul 2026

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