FN

Fan fault

Mitsubishi Electric · A500 Inverter

What does FN mean?

For inverters equipped with a cooling fan, this alarm appears on the operation panel when the cooling fan stops due to a fault or operates inconsistently with the setting of Pr. 244 "cooling fan operation selection". This indicates a problem with the inverter's active cooling system.

Common Causes

  • Indoor or outdoor unit fan motor failure or obstruction.
  • Fan speed sensor not reporting correct RPM (P1-32).
  • Loose fan belt or coupling.
  • Fan motor overload or internal winding fault.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Visually inspect the cooling fan for obstructions, debris, or physical damage.

  2. 2

    Verify the cooling fan's electrical connections are secure.

  3. 3

    Check the setting of Pr. 244 (cooling fan operation selection) to ensure it is configured correctly for the application.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026

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