Fault Code Lookup

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87-13
VFD initialization fault
This code typically points to
  • VFD startup self-test failure
  • VFD electronics issue

Next checks to confirm
  1. Power cycle at disconnect
  2. If persists, escalate to VFD replacement

Escalation
Repeated occurrences escalate to 87-53 lockout.
Reset behavior
Retries after 5-minute compressor protection delay.
Urgent
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Need deeper detail?
Retrieve the subcode for this platform:
  1. From the main screen, touch Menu
  2. Touch and hold the Service icon for at least 10 seconds until it turns green
  3. Open Service Information
  4. Use View Diagnostics for the most recent fault's top three likely root causes
  5. Use Last 10 System Events for timestamped recent events
  6. Use Run/Fault History for resettable fault counters, cycle counters, and run times
Source
186CNV/284ANV service manual