Midea Error Code FP: Low-temperature heating (8 C mode) (Mini-Split)

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

Midea error code FP on a mini-split means: Low-temperature heating (8 C mode). It is also called Midea diagnostic code FP.

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

Homeowner? What Midea code FP means for you

Usually minor Your ductless mini-split is reporting: Low-temperature heating (8 C mode). 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 FP mean?

Heating to hold the room around 8 C (46 F), the freeze-protect mode.

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 FP

DLFSHBH09XAK DLFSHBH12XAJ DLFSHBH12XAK DLFSHBH18XAK DLFSHBH24XAK

Other Midea Mini-Split codes

Code	Meaning
Fb	Vapor injection inlet sensor fault
FC	Forced cooling
Fd	Vapor injection outlet sensor fault
FH 0d	Fault - see outdoor unit
FH 0P	AP mode on / no Wi-Fi kit
FL14	Indoor and outdoor units not compatible
J0	Outdoor coil overheat in cooling
J1	Indoor coil temperature protection in heating
J2	Discharge temperature protection
J3	PFC module protection
J4	Main board to IPM board communication error
J5	High pressure protection

All Midea Mini-Split error codes →

Midea code FP: homeowner questions

What does Midea code FP mean?

Low-temperature heating (8 C mode). Heating to hold the room around 8 C (46 F), the freeze-protect mode.

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

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

Can I reset Midea code FP myself?

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

Who can fix Midea code FP 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
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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.