GE General Electric Heat Pump 5100 User Manual download pdf (Page 21)

Problem Possible Causes What to Do

CALL SVC

Indicator Light

The compressor • Move the control to

STOP

and then

may have failed restart the unit. If the light reappears

within 30 minutes, call for service as

soon as possible.

Burning Odor at the

Start of Heating

Operation

Dust is on the surface of • This can cause a “burning” odor at the

the heating element beginning of the heating operation. This

odor should quickly fade.

The Air is Not Always

Cool or Hot During

Operation

The heat pump is not • This is normal. The heat pump will

producing hot air produce warm air but not as hot as air

produced when the higher-cost electric

heat is used.

The fan switch may be set • This causes the fan to blow room

at continuous fan (down) temperature air even when the

compressor or heater cycles off.

The continuous air movement provides

better overall temperature control.

The Air Does Not Feel

Warm Enough During

Heating Operation

The heat pump alone • Use the Boost Heat Option to warm the

produces air that feels air. This adds electric heat to the heat

cooler than desired pump when the outside temperature is

between 25

°F. and 45°F.

• Use the Electric Heat Option. This turns

off the heat pump and warms with

electric heat only.

NOTE:

Use of either of the above options

will result in increased energy

consumption.

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GE General Electric Heat Pump 5100 User Manual Page 21