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83 Condenser coil temperature sensor fault
What the control is telling you
The coil sensor reads an abnormally low or high coil temperature. Defrost depends on this sensor.
Applies to: (-)PRL-JEC 2-stage 16 SEER heat pumps: RPRL/UPRL-024JEC, -036JEC, -048JEC, -060JEC
Likely causes
- Failed coil sensor
- Sensor not installed correctly
Test and repair steps
- Check that the coil sensor is clipped to the top tube of the outdoor coil at the point fed from the expansion device (short 3/8 inch tube).
- Check the sensor connector on the ICC.
- Replace the sensor if readings are abnormal.
Settings for these units
Outdoor unit clearances · Rheem/Ruud PRL-JEC heat pump (Comfort Control2 ICC)
| Location | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Above unit (fan discharge) | 60 in. [1524 mm] |
| Coil air inlets (3 sides) | 6 in. [152 mm] |
| Service access side | 24 in. [610 mm] |
| Between two units (grille sides aligned) | 12 in. total (6 in. per unit) |
Do not reduce the 60 in. discharge or 24 in. service clearances.
Inlet clearances under 6 in. reduce capacity and efficiency.
Models that show this code
4 models in Rheem/Ruud PRL-JEC heat pump (Comfort Control2 ICC)
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Source: Rheem (-)PRL-JEC Heat Pump Installation Instructions, 12.6 ICC Diagnostic Codes, p.30. Summarized in our own words; check the original manual for your model.
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