Lennox Split & Multi-Split

Lennox Error Code P

Split & Multi-Split

P 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

  • CBK48MVT, CBX40UHV: 1. When the correct Unit Sized Code is displayed, RELEASE push button. Selected code will flash for 10 second period. 2. During ten second period, HOLD push button until code stops blinking (three seconds minimum). 3. Air Handler Control will store code in memory and exit current active mode. LED display will go blank and then the Unit Size Code will display for 2 to 5 seconds. NOTE - If ten second period expires, or push button is held less than 3 seconds, control will automatically exit current active mode and go into IDLE Mode without storing unit size code. If this occurs, then Unit Size Code configuring procedure must be repeated.
  • CBK48MVT, CBX40UHV: RELEASE push button - This mode allows the field to select a unit size code (number or letter) that matches the air handler model size and capacity. IMPORT ANT - All field replacement controls may be manually configured to confirm air handler model size and capacity.

Causes & actions from Lennox

1. When the correct Unit Sized Code is displayed, RELEASE push button. Selected code will flash for 10 second period. 2. During ten second period, HOLD push button until code stops blinking (three seconds minimum). 3. Air Handler Control will store code in memory and exit current active mode. LED display will go blank and then the Unit Size Code will display for 2 to 5 seconds. NOTE - If ten second period expires, or push button is held less than 3 seconds, control will automatically exit current active mode and go into IDLE Mode without storing unit size code. If this occurs, then Unit Size Code configuring procedure must be repeated.

Models: CBK48MVT, CBX40UHV

Air handler (indoor)

How it shows
  • Single-character display: P

CONFIGURING UNIT SIZE CODES: 1. When the correct Unit Sized Code is displayed, RELEASE push button. Selected code will flash for 10 second period. 2. During ten second period, HOLD push button until code stops blinking (three seconds minimum). 3. Air Handler Control will store code in memory and exit current active mode. LED display will go blank and then the Unit Size Code will display for 2 to 5 seconds. NOTE - If ten second period expires, or push button is held less than 3 seconds, control will automatically exit current active mode and go into IDLE Mode without storing unit size code.

Other manual wording

CBK48MVT

This manual entry does not list further causes or actions.

Applicable models & manual sources
  • CBX40UHV

    1. When the correct Unit Sized Code is displayed, RELEASE push button. Selected code will flash for 10 second period. 2. During ten second period, HOLD push button until code stops blinking (three seconds minimum). 3. Air Handler Control will store code in memory and exit current active mode. LED display will go blank and then the Unit Size Code will display for 2 to 5 seconds. NOTE − If ten second period expires, or push button is held less than 3 seconds, control will automatically exit current active mode and go into IDLE Mode without storing unit size code. If this occurs, then Unit Size Code configuring procedure must be repeated.

    CBX40UHV manual, page 20

  • CBK48MVT

    1. When the correct Unit Sized Code is displayed, RELEASE push button. Selected code will flash for 10 second period. 2. During ten second period, HOLD push button until code stops blinking (three seconds minimum). 3. Air Handler Control will store code in memory and exit current active mode. LED display will go blank and then the Unit Size Code will display for 2 to 5 seconds. NOTE - If ten second period expires, or push button is held less than 3 seconds, control will automatically exit current active mode and go into IDLE Mode without storing unit size code. If this occurs, then Unit Size Code configuring procedure must be repeated.

    CBK48MVT manual, page 50

RELEASE push button - This mode allows the field to select a unit size code (number or letter) that matches the air handler model size and capacity. IMPORT ANT - All field replacement controls may be manually configured to confirm air handler model size and capacity.

Models: CBK48MVT, CBX40UHV

Air handler (indoor)

How it shows
  • Single-character display: P

CONFIGURING UNIT SIZE CODES: RELEASE push button - This mode allows the field to select a unit size code (number or letter) that matches the air handler model size and capacity. IMPORTANT — All field replacement controls may be manually configured to confirm air handler model size and capacity.

Other manual wording

CBK48MVT

This manual entry does not list further causes or actions.

Applicable models & manual sources
  • CBX40UHV

    RELEASE push button − This mode allows the field to select a unit size code (number or letter) that matches the air handler model size and capacity. IMPORTANT — All field replacement controls may be manually configured to confirm air handler model size and capacity.

    CBX40UHV manual, page 20

  • CBK48MVT

    RELEASE push button - This mode allows the field to select a unit size code (number or letter) that matches the air handler model size and capacity. IMPORT ANT — All field replacement controls may be manually configured to confirm air handler model size and capacity.

    CBK48MVT manual, page 50

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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