Trane Error Code 2nd digit E: High drive PFC temperature protection (A1000AA board) (Heat Pump)
Trane error code 2nd digit E on a heat pump means: High drive PFC temperature protection (A1000AA board). It is also called Trane diagnostic code 2nd digit E.
Homeowner? What Trane code 2nd digit E means for you
Call a technician Your heat pump is reporting: High drive PFC temperature protection (A1000AA board). The heat pump 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 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 Trane error code 2nd digit E mean?
On A1000AA boards the right-hand 7-segment digit shows the fault and the left digit shows status; this value means: high drive pfc temperature protection. Manual gives only the meaning; steps are general checks.
Applies to: Trane 5TWR7 multi-speed heat pump (5TWR7024A-060A) with A1000AA control
Common causes of Trane code 2nd digit E
- Blocked airflow over drive/coil
- Dirty coil
- Very high ambient
A technician checks these and 1 other possible causes on site before replacing any part.
Trane models that use code 2nd digit E
5TWR7024A5TWR7036A5TWR7048A5TWR7060A
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Trane code 2nd digit E: homeowner questions
What does Trane code 2nd digit E mean?
High drive PFC temperature protection (A1000AA board). On A1000AA boards the right-hand 7-segment digit shows the fault and the left digit shows status; this value means: high drive pfc temperature protection. Manual gives only the meaning; steps are general checks.
Is it safe to keep using my heat pump with code 2nd digit E?
It depends on the cause. The heat pump 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 Trane code 2nd digit E myself?
You can try one reset (power off for 30 seconds, then on). If Trane code 2nd digit E comes back, the cause is still there and a licensed technician should check it.
Who can fix Trane code 2nd digit E near me?
Aurora Star Tech Inc. repairs Trane heat pumps in Vaughan, Toronto and across the GTA. Call (647) 657-2977 or book a service call online.
Homeowner help: AC Running But Not Cooling: What to Check · Heat Pump Not Heating or Blowing Cold Air
Troubleshooting guides
- Force a defrost cycle with the button Trane · Heat Pump
- Forcing a defrost - Trane 5TWR7 Trane · Heat Pump
Source: Trane ODR-SVN002E-EN (5TTR7/5TWR7 installer's guide) - section Integrated Variable Speed Control Board LED Indicators, Table 17 (A1000AA models). 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.