Midea Error Code Off: Timer off (Mini-Split)

Updated October 16, 2026 · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

Midea error code Off on a mini-split means: Timer off. It is also called Midea diagnostic code Off.

Low severityMini-SplitMidea DLFSHBH wall indoor (DLCM multi-zone)

Homeowner? What Midea code Off means for you

Usually minor Your ductless mini-split is reporting: Timer off. This code is usually informational or minor. The safe checks below often clear it; call us if it keeps showing up.

Safe things you can check yourself

Check the remote: fresh batteries and the right mode (Cool, Heat or Auto).
Check the breaker and the outdoor disconnect; both should be ON.
Open the front cover of the indoor unit and rinse the washable filters if they are dusty; let them dry before putting them back.
Keep the outdoor unit clear of snow, ice and leaves.
Try one reset: turn the power off for 30 seconds, then back on. If the code comes back, stop resetting and call a technician.

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What does Midea error code Off mean?

Timer OFF is set.

Applies to: DLFSHBH high wall indoor units 09-24K (Midea / Carrier / Viessmann) on DLC multi-zone or single-zone outdoor units

Safety: Gas, electrical and refrigerant work must be done by a licensed technician. Turn off power and gas before servicing, never bypass a safety control, and always follow the manufacturer's manual for your exact model.

Midea models that use code Off

DLFSHBH09XAK DLFSHBH12XAJ DLFSHBH12XAK DLFSHBH18XAK DLFSHBH24XAK

Other Midea Mini-Split codes

Code	Meaning
ODU P3	Current overload (outdoor board)
ODU P4	Discharge temperature protection (outdoor board)
ODU P5	Condenser high temperature (outdoor board)
ODU P6	Inverter module (IPM) fault (outdoor board)
ODU PH	Compressor pre-heat
ODU RO	Oil return cycle
On	Timer on
P0	Inverter module (IPM) fault
P1	Over or under voltage protection
P2	Compressor top overheat (OLP)
P3	Low outdoor temperature cut-off in heating
P4	Compressor drive fault

All Midea Mini-Split error codes →

Midea code Off: homeowner questions

What does Midea code Off mean?

Timer off. Timer OFF is set.

Is it safe to keep using my ductless mini-split with code Off?

Usually yes. Code Off is normally minor, but if it keeps coming back have it checked.

Can I reset Midea code Off myself?

You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Midea code Off comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.

Who can fix Midea code Off near me?

Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Midea ductless mini-splits in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.

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Troubleshooting guides

Indoor unit leaking water All brands · Mini-Split
Poor capacity / high head All brands · Mini-Split
Water leaking All brands · Mini-Split
Discharge the inverter capacitors before service Midea · Mini-Split
Display shows a strange code or does not answer the remote - DLFSHB indoor Midea · Mini-Split
Multi-zone: one room heats, another will not cool - DLC multi-zone Midea · Mini-Split
Read live data with the outdoor check button (SW1) Midea · Mini-Split
Run the automatic wiring / piping correction Midea · Mini-Split

Source: Midea DLFSHBH09XAK indoor display table (photo, 2026-10-16); Carrier MS-DLFSHB-01 High Wall Ductless Service Manual (04/2021), Display Function p.12. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.

General guidance for qualified technicians. The manufacturer's installation and service manual and local codes always take priority. Aurora Star Tech is not affiliated with, endorsed by or sponsored by any equipment manufacturer; brand and model names are used only to identify equipment and belong to their owners.