Fujitsu Error Code 72: Compressor temperature sensor error (Heat Pump)
Fujitsu error code 72 on a heat pump means: Compressor temperature sensor error. It is also called Fujitsu diagnostic code 72.
Homeowner? What Fujitsu code 72 means for you
Check, then call Your heat pump is reporting: Compressor temperature sensor error. This is often caused by something simple. Try the safe checks below; if the code returns, book a service call before it turns into a no-heat or no-hot-water emergency.
Safe things you can check yourself
- Check the thermostat: right mode (Heat or Cool), set a few degrees past room temperature, and fresh batteries if it uses them.
- Check both breakers and the outdoor disconnect box beside the outdoor unit; all should be ON.
- Look at the air filter. If it is grey and clogged, replace it; a blocked filter causes many shutdowns.
- In winter, keep snow and ice off and away from the outdoor unit. A short defrost cycle with steam is normal.
- 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 Fujitsu error code 72 mean?
Compressor thermistor reads open or shorted. Indoor lamps: OPERATION (green) flashes 7x, TIMER (orange) flashes 2x, ECONOMY (green) flashes fast nonstop; wired remote shows 72.
Applies to: Fujitsu ductless heat pumps: Fujitsu ductless split/multi/VRF (general code list), Fujitsu wall-mounted 7-15 (NA ASU/AOU type), Fujitsu slim duct ARU 7-18 (LL type)
Common causes of Fujitsu code 72
- Plug
- Thermistor
- PCB
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Fujitsu code 72: homeowner questions
What does Fujitsu code 72 mean?
Compressor temperature sensor error. Compressor thermistor reads open or shorted. Indoor lamps: OPERATION (green) flashes 7x, TIMER (orange) flashes 2x, ECONOMY (green) flashes fast nonstop; wired remote shows 72.
Is it safe to keep using my heat pump with code 72?
It depends on the cause. This is often caused by something simple. Try the safe checks below; if the code returns, book a service call before it turns into a no-heat or no-hot-water emergency.
Can I reset Fujitsu code 72 myself?
You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Fujitsu code 72 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.
Who can fix Fujitsu code 72 near me?
Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Fujitsu heat pumps in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.
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Source: Fujitsu All Fujitsu split - multi - VRF (generic code list) codes.pdf - section error code table (indoor LED flashes); Fujitsu Wall-mounted 7-9-12-15 (North American trilingual, UTY-RNNUM remotes; e.g. ASU9-12-15 RLF1-RLS familie.pdf - section 14 Error codes; Fujitsu Slim duct AR07-09-12-14-18 (ARU-ARYG LL-type equivalent) installation P-N 9381858064.pdf - section 14 Error codes. Written in our own words as a summary; always check the original manual.
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