A/C compressor, only works in "heat" mode

Discussion in 'Electrical Systems' started by BWSLATE, Nov 18, 2013.

  1. BWSLATE
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    Just installed a Marine Air 12K BTU unit. Reverse cycle heat pump type, 110V on my Bertram.
    The compressor kicks on, while heating but doesn't during "cool" air conditioning...
    Any Ideas/suggestions?
    Thanks..
     
    BWSLATE, Nov 18, 2013
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  2. CDK
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    CDK retired engineer

    There usually is a microprocessor with temp sensors both inside and outside.
    Since the unit works while heating, I guess the brain decides the situation isn't suitable for cooling because the outside temp is too low.
     
    CDK, Nov 19, 2013
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  3. PAR
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    PAR Yacht Designer/Builder

    Check functionality of the reversing valve and low pressure switch.
     
    PAR, Nov 19, 2013
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  4. Black pearl
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    Is it a normal split type unit? Can you post a pic maybe,just want to get an idea of what type of A/C it is
     
    Black pearl, Oct 21, 2014
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  5. philSweet
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    Remote tstat incorrectly wired or faulty tstat or faulty wiring? Check all the little DIP switch settings on the Tstat. Check to see if the reversing valve is reversing. Try wirenutting the tstat wires to test the Cool without the tstat. How many tstat wires? What colors?
     
    philSweet, Oct 21, 2014
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  7. Black pearl
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    Also sounds like interconnecting wiring might be wrong,is it a new unit?
     
    Black pearl, Oct 22, 2014
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