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Kinghome Error Code F4: Sensor fault (outdoor condenser or discharge) (Heat Pump)

Updated · by Aurora Star Tech Inc.

Kinghome error code F4 on a heat pump means: Sensor fault (outdoor condenser or discharge). It is also called Kinghome diagnostic code F4.

Medium severityHeat PumpKinghome KM HT1DI · Kinghome KM HF1DI · Kinghome Ultranixx Eco · Kinghome Ultranixx

Homeowner? What Kinghome code F4 means for you

Check, then call Your heat pump is reporting: Sensor fault (outdoor condenser or discharge). 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 Kinghome error code F4 mean?

On the wall units F4 is the outdoor condenser sensor. On the Ultranixx units F4 is the compressor discharge sensor. Reading is open or out of range.

Applies to: Kinghome KM09HT1DI, KM12HT1DI, KM18HT1DI, KM24HT1DI wall mini-splits; Kinghome KM09HF1DI to KM24HF1DI wall mini-splits (Gree GFH..DA/DB); Kinghome Ultranixx Eco KD24UHO to KD60UHO outdoor units with KD..UHI air handlers; Kinghome Ultranixx cold-climate KU36UHO and KU60UHO outdoor units with KU..UH2I and KD..UHI air handlers

Common causes of Kinghome code F4

  • Loose sensor plug or poor terminal contact
  • Failed (open or shorted) sensor
  • Fault in the board's sensing circuit
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.

Kinghome models that use code F4

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KD24UHIKD24UHOKD30UHIKD30UHOKD36UHIKD36UHOKD42UHIKD42UHOKD48UHIKD48UHOKD60UHIKD60UHOKM09HF1DIKM09HT1DIKM12HF1DIKM12HT1DIKM18HF1DIKM18HT1DIKM21HF1DIKM24HF1DIKM24HT1DIKU24UH2IKU36UH2IKU36UHOKU48UH2IKU60UH2IKU60UHO

Other Kinghome Heat Pump codes

CodeMeaning
EEMemory chip fault
EUFrequency reduced - module too hot
F0Refrigerant recovery mode
F1Indoor room temperature sensor fault
F2Sensor fault (indoor coil or outdoor condenser)
F3Outdoor ambient temperature sensor fault
F5Outdoor discharge temperature sensor fault
F6Frequency limit for overload / ODU tube sensor fault
F8Frequency reduced - overcurrent
F9Frequency reduced - high discharge temperature
FHFrequency reduced - anti-freeze
H3Compressor overload protection

All Kinghome Heat Pump error codes →

Kinghome code F4: homeowner questions

What does Kinghome code F4 mean?

Sensor fault (outdoor condenser or discharge). On the wall units F4 is the outdoor condenser sensor. On the Ultranixx units F4 is the compressor discharge sensor. Reading is open or out of range.

Is it safe to keep using my heat pump with code F4?

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 Kinghome code F4 myself?

You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Kinghome code F4 comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.

Who can fix Kinghome code F4 near me?

Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Kinghome heat pumps in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.

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Source: Kinghome KM09-12-18-24HT1DI service manual, sec. 9.1 error code list; Kinghome KM09-24HF1DI service manual, sec. 11.1 error code list; Kinghome Ultranixx Eco KD24-60UHO service manual, sec. 3.3-3.4; Kinghome Ultranixx cold-climate KU36/60UHO service manual GC202306, sec. 3.3-3.4. 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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