Lennox Split & Multi-Split

Lennox Split & Multi-Split Error Code 1

Split & Multi-Split

1 means different things on different Split & Multi-Split models. Enter your model number to see only your reading, or find your model below.

What It Means

  • CBK45UHPT, CBK45UHVT: Sensor indicates fault
  • Long Run Time - Compressor is running extremely long run cycles.
  • EL18KSLV: EEPROM malfunction

Causes & actions from Lennox

Sensor indicates fault

Models: CBK45UHPT, CBK45UHVT

Air handler (indoor)

How it shows
  • rds noncomm red flash led: 1 (red: flashing ×1)

Replace the sensor

Other manual wording

CBK45UHPT, CBK45UHVT

Replace the sensor (Cat. # 26Z69)

Applicable models & manual sources

Long Run Time - Compressor is running extremely long run cycles.

4 models

HSXB15, XC15, XP15, XP19

How it shows
  • lsom alert led: 1 (alert: flashing ×1)

1Low refrigerant charge. 2Evaporator blower is not running. (cid:4) Check blower relay coil and contacts (cid:4) Check blower motor capacitor (cid:4) Check blower motor for failure or blockage (cid:4) Check evaporator blower wiring and connectors (cid:4) Check indoor blower control board (cid:4) Check thermostat wiring for open circuit 3Evaporator coil is frozen. (cid:4) Check for low suction pressure (cid:4) Check for excessively low thermostat setting (cid:4) Check evaporator airflow (coil blockages or return air filter) (cid:4) Check ductwork or registers for blockage. 4Faulty metering device. (cid:4) Check TXV bulb installation (size, location and contact) (cid:4) Check if TXV/fixed orifice is stuck closed or defective 5Condenser coil is dirty. 6Liquid line restriction (filter drier blocked if present). 7Thermostat is malfunctioning. (cid:4) Check thermostat sub−base or wiring for short circuit (cid:4) Check thermostat installation (location and level)

Other manual wording (1 of 2)

XC15, XP15

1Low refrigerant charge. 2Evaporator blower is not running. 3Evaporator coil is frozen. 4Faulty metering device. 5Condenser coil is dirty. 6Liquid line restriction (filter drier blocked if present). 7Thermostat is malfunctioning.

Other manual wording (2 of 2)

HSXB15

1 Low refrigerant charge. 2 Evaporator blower is not running. 3 Evaporator coil is frozen. 4 Faulty metering device. 5 Condenser coil is dirty 6 Liquid line restriction (filter drier blocked if present) 7 Thermostat is malfunctioning.

Applicable models & manual sources

EEPROM malfunction

Models: EL18KSLV

Heat pump (outdoor)

How it shows
  • el18kslv outdoor fault display: 1
  • el18kslv pcb fault led: 1

EEPROM chip damaged or data wrong or related circuit damaged

Applicable models & manual sources
Disclaimer: This information is for general reference. Code wording and instructions vary by model. Always follow the service manual for your exact unit.

What should you check next?

Continue in ACLogics with guided diagnosis for your equipment and symptoms.

See how guided diagnosis works →