Lennox Split & Multi-Split

Lennox Error Code Alternating FAST Flash

Split & Multi-Split:

What It Means

  • Coil Sensor Problem

Causes & actions from Lennox

How it shows
  • defrost control ds2 ds1 led: Alternating FAST Flash (ds1: flashing (fast), ds2: flashing (fast))
  • defrost control ds2 ds1 led: Alternating FAST Flash (ds1: flashing (fast), ds2: flashing (fast))

Coil Sensor Problem. Sensor being detected open or shorted or out of temperature range. Board will not perform demand or time/temperature defrost operation. (System will still heat or cool).

Other manual wording

EL16XP1, ML16XP1

Sensor being detected open or shorted or out of temperature range. Demand defrost control will not perform demand or time/temperature defrost operation. (System will still heat or cool.)

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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