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Carrier Error Code EH03: Indoor fan speed out of range (Mini-Split)

Updated · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

Carrier error code EH03 on a mini-split means: Indoor fan speed out of range. It is also called Carrier diagnostic code EH03.

High severityMini-SplitCarrier DLFSHB high wall indoor

Homeowner? What Carrier code EH03 means for you

Call a technician Your ductless mini-split is reporting: Indoor fan speed out of range. The ductless mini-split has locked out or cannot run properly. One reset is fine; if the code comes back, it needs a licensed technician to find the cause.

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 Carrier error code EH03 mean?

Indoor fan stays too slow (about 300 RPM) or too fast (about 1500 RPM) long enough to stop the unit.

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

Common causes of Carrier code EH03

  • Wiring
  • Fan wheel blocked
  • Bad fan motor

A technician checks these and 1 other possible causes on site before replacing any part.

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.

Carrier models that use code EH03

DLFSHBH09XAKDLFSHBH12XAJDLFSHBH12XAKDLFSHBH18XAKDLFSHBH24XAK

Other Carrier Mini-Split codes

CodeMeaning
EC71Outdoor fan motor over-current
EC72Outdoor fan motor phase loss
EH0AIndoor EEPROM error
EH0bIndoor PCB to display board communication error
EH00Indoor EEPROM error
EH02Zero-crossing signal error
EH30Indoor external fan low voltage
EH31Indoor external fan over voltage
Eh60Room sensor (T1) fault
Eh61Indoor coil sensor (T2) fault
EL0CRefrigerant leak detected
EL01Indoor / outdoor communication error

All Carrier Mini-Split error codes →

Carrier code EH03: homeowner questions

What does Carrier code EH03 mean?

Indoor fan speed out of range. Indoor fan stays too slow (about 300 RPM) or too fast (about 1500 RPM) long enough to stop the unit.

Is it safe to keep using my ductless mini-split with code EH03?

It depends on the cause. The ductless mini-split has locked out or cannot run properly. One reset is fine; if the code comes back, it needs a licensed technician to find the cause.

Can I reset Carrier code EH03 myself?

You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Carrier code EH03 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.

Who can fix Carrier code EH03 near me?

Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Carrier 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

Source: Carrier MS-DLFSHB-01 High Wall Ductless Service Manual (04/2021), Table 9 p.17, p.28-29. 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.

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