Toshiba – Error Code 9

Toshiba – Error Code 9

Is your Toshiba air conditioner showing up with Error Code 9 on the screen?

What is a Toshiba Error Code 9?

The Error Code 9 on your Toshiba air conditioner indicates a problem with the indoor fan operating at a low speed, combined with the outdoor unit not functioning at all. This can mean that the system is having trouble circulating air properly inside your home due to the indoor fan’s reduced performance, and the outdoor unit’s complete lack of activity could suggest a disconnect or failure in the system’s ability to exchange heat with the outside environment.

Recommended solution/fix steps

To fix this issue, you can follow these simple steps:

1. Power Off: Start by turning off your air conditioner at the main power switch or circuit breaker to ensure safety.
2. Check Filters: Open the indoor unit’s front panel and check the air filters. If they’re dirty, clean them thoroughly with water and let them dry completely before reinstalling.
3. Inspect Indoor Fan: Look for any visible obstructions or dust buildup on the indoor fan blades that might be slowing it down. Carefully clean the blades if needed.
4. Reset the System: After ensuring everything is clean and there are no obstructions, reset your air conditioner by turning the power back on. Sometimes a simple reset can clear the error.
5. Check Outdoor Unit: Make sure the outdoor unit is not covered or blocked by any objects that could restrict airflow. Also, check for any visible signs of damage or disconnected cables.
6. Professional Help: If the problem persists after these steps, it’s best to call a certified HVAC technician to inspect your system. There might be a more complex issue like a faulty fan motor or electrical problems that require professional repair.

Troubleshooting to try

• Check for a dirty air filter
• Check your thermostat settings
• Check your air conditioner circuit breakers
• Check your outdoor unit
• Check all air vents

How to restart/reset/reboot your Toshiba air conditioner?

You may find your Toshiba air conditioning unit needs resetting if it starts to malfunction or isn’t responding to any input via your control panel or remote control. Resetting your air conditioner re-starts the internal computer and can often restore the unit to normal working order. The exact instructions will vary depending on your model of Toshiba air conditioner.

Typically, this procedure will be:

1. Turn off the air conditioning unit on your thermostat
2. Turn the breaker off to the outside unit
3. Wait 30 seconds
4. Turn the breaker on
5. Turn your air conditioning on using the thermostat

Toshiba Maintenance

Cleaning your air conditioner shouldn’t take longer than a few minutes every fortnight. To start, simply check the instructions in your manual. If you have a new Toshiba Air single split system product, feel free to use the instructions below for the best way to clean your air conditioner.

Indoor filters

This is the most important part of cleaning your AC unit and should happen every two weeks for the life of your unit (or more if your space is particularly dusty).

To clean your filters simply follow these four steps:

1. Open the air inlet grille.
2. Remove the air filter.
3. Vacuum or wash with clean fresh water and then dry the filters.
4. Reinstall the air filters and close the air inlet grille.

Doing this regularly helps make sure that your filters are working at their optimum level to provide you with cleaner, healthier air in your home.

Use self-cleaning mode (if available)

All new Toshiba single split system air conditioners come with a self-cleaning mode that helps prevent the build-up of bad odours and humidity inside the unit. To turn the self-cleaning mode on, follow these steps:

1. Press the on/off button on your air conditioner’s remote once when your air conditioner is in cool or dry mode. The fan will continue to run for another 30 minutes then turn off automatically.
2. To stop the unit immediately, press the more 2 times within 30 seconds.

Run the self-cleaning function every fortnight for best results.

Clean indoor unit

Dust may build up on the exterior of your air conditioner, including on the sides of its louvres. To remove this, don’t use spray and wipes or other chemicals – simply wipe it off with a damp cloth whenever you notice dust building up.

Clean exterior unit

Your outdoor unit needs to be unobstructed so that air can flow in and out of it freely. Check your unit regularly and remove any rocks, leaves or other debris that might have built up around it. You may need to do this more regularly during autumn if there are trees near your outdoor unit.

Cleaning your air conditioner may not be top of your list of to-dos, but if you spend a few minutes doing it every fortnight, you could save hundreds of dollars, improve the air quality in your home and reduce your power bill and improve the functioning of your unit.