Delonghi Portable AC Error Codes (A Complete List + Explanations)

De’Longhi S.p.A. is an Italy-based small appliances manufacturer based in Treviso, Italy. Founded in 1902 the company dealt in industrial parts manufacturing. It was not until 1950 that the company started to take on portable heaters and air conditioners. Expanded their business to the small domestic appliance category that was allowed by ironing, cleaning, and other segments.

Today, the company is widely known for its coffee machines, and portable air conditioners. Apart from its system, the company is known for its design statements – bringing you the best of both worlds. However, it was not until 2000 that the company entered the commercial HVACR market. However, it’s their portable air conditioner that still takes the lead.

Designed to bring a smart cooling solution to your rooms the portable ac has come a long way. That being said, there are times when you might face issues and errors bringing the system to a halt. Start by noting down the error code, and match it using the list below. Once you have the error code you can easily work your way to the fix. To help you out we have listed down some of the most common error codes for Delonghi portable air conditioners.

Codes List

Error CodesCause
LE Low Temperature (frost prevention). The appliance is fitted with a frost protection device to avoid excessive formation of ice. The appliance starts up again automatically when the defrosting process is completed.
HLHigh Level (internal tray full). Empty the internal safety tray following the instructions in the section “End of season operations”. If it reoccurs in cooling mode, contact your local authorised customer services. In heating mode: empty the internal tray.
CFChange filter. When this message is displayed, the water filter needs replacing as described in the section: “Replacing the limescale filter”.
PFProbe Failure (sensor damaged). If this is displayed, contact your local authorised service centre.
F1Failure 1. This message could appear if the water filter is particularly clogged. See section: “Replacing the limescale filter”. If the filter has been replaced recently, contact your local authorised service centre.
LoLow Temperature - Room temperature is too low.
H1High Temperature - Room temperature is too high.
E1Probe Failure ( Sensor Damaged).

The appliance has a self diagnosis system to identify a number of malfunctions. Error messages are displayed on the appliance display.

Delonghi Portable Air Conditioner Error Codes
Delonghi Portable Air Conditioner Error Codes – LE, HL, CF, PF and F1

Troubleshooting

Problem: The air conditioner does not come on

Cause:

  1. there is no current
  2. it is not plugged into the mains
  3. the internal safety device has tripped

Solution:

  1. wait
  2. plug into the mains
  3. call the Service Centre

Problem: The air conditioner works for a short time only

Cause:

  1. there are bends or kinks in the air exhaust hose
  2. something is preventing the air from being discharged

Solution:

  1. position the air hose correctly, keeping it as short and free of curves as possible to avoid bottlenecks.
  2. check and remove any obstacles obstructing air discharge

Problem: The air conditioner works, but does not cool the room

Cause:

  1. windows, doors and/or curtains open
  2. there are heat sources in the room (oven, hairdryer, etc)
  3. the air exhaust hose is detached from the appliance
  4. dust filters clogged

Solution:

  1. close doors, windows and curtains, bearing in mind the “tips for correct use” given above
  2. eliminate the heat sources
  3. fit the air exhaust hose in the housing at the back of the appliance
  4. clean or replace the filters as described above

Problem: During operation, there is an unpleasant smell in the room

Cause: dust filter and (when present) electrostatic filter clogged

Solution: clean the filters as described above

Problem: The air conditioner does not operate for about three minutes after restarting it

Cause: the internal compressor safety device prevents the appliance from being restarted until three minutes have elapsed since it was last turned off.

Solution: wait. This delay is part of normal operation.

Problem: The symbol and one of the following messages LT / HL/Cf/PF / FI appears on the appliance display:

Cause: The appliance has a self diagnosis system to identify a number of malfunctions.

Solution: See the SELF-DIAGNOSIS chapter.

Delonghi Portable Air Conditioner Error Codes1
Delonghi Portable Air Conditioner Error Codes

“CF” is displayed when the limescale filter needs replacing. The efficacy of the filter depends on water hardness. It should, however, be replaced every five years.

Delonghi Portable Air Conditioner Parts
Delonghi Portable Air Conditioner Parts

If the remote control unit is replaced or discarded, the batteries must be removed and disposed of in accordance with current legislation as they are harmful to the environment. Do not mix old and new batteries. Do not mix alka line, standard (carbon-zinc) or rechargeable (nickel-cadmium) batteries. Do not dispose of batteries in fire. Batteries may explode or leak.

Remote Control and Display

Delonghi Description of The Remote Control
Delonghi Description of The Remote Control
Delonghi 4 in 1 Portable AC Display Panel
Delonghi 4 in 1 Portable AC Display Panel
Delonghi Portable AC Display Panel 2
Delonghi Portable AC Display Panel 2

Manual Pdf

Portable AC  Manual

4 in 1 AC Manual

Air ConditionerAN140EKF PDF

EL376 User Manual

Pinguino PAC Manual

source: delonghi.com

Danny Reese


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