Lennox Split & Multi-Split

Lennox Split & Multi-Split Error Code 4

Split & Multi-Split

4 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 communications issue
  • Locked Rotor
  • EL18KSLV: Communication abnormal with compressor drive module

Causes & actions from Lennox

Sensor communications issue

Models: CBK45UHPT, CBK45UHVT

Air handler (indoor)

How it shows
  • rds noncomm red flash led: 4 (red: flashing ×4)

Check sensor connection. Ensure connection is clean and tight.

Other manual wording (1 of 2)

CBK45UHVT

Check sensor connec- tion. Ensure connection is clean and tight.

Other manual wording (2 of 2)

CBK45UHPT

Check sensor connec- tion. Ensure connec- tion is clean and tight.

Applicable models & manual sources

Locked Rotor

4 models

HSXB15, XC15, XP15, XP19

How it shows
  • lsom alert led: 4 (alert: flashing ×4)

1Run capacitor has failed. 2Low line voltage (contact utility if voltage at disconnect is low). (cid:4) Check wiring connections 3Excessive liquid refrigerant in the compressor. 4Compressor bearings are seized.

Other manual wording (1 of 2)

XC15, XP15

1Run capacitor has failed. 2Low line voltage (contact utility if voltage at disconnect is low). 3Excessive liquid refrigerant in the compressor. 4Compressor bearings are seized.

Other manual wording (2 of 2)

HSXB15

1 Run capacitor has failed. 2 Low line voltage (contact utility if voltage at disconnect is low). 3 Excessive liquid refrigerant in the compressor. 4 Compressor bearings are seized.

Applicable models & manual sources

Communication abnormal with compressor drive module

Models: EL18KSLV

Heat pump (outdoor)

How it shows
  • el18kslv outdoor fault display: 4
  • el18kslv pcb fault led: 4

Communication abnormal between main control board and compressor drive module

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.

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