Troubleshooting appliances like air conditioners usually calls for resetting the unit as one of the first steps. You can easily reset a Samsung air conditioner on your own, but how do you know for sure that you're doing it correctly? We've put together a quick guide in this post to help you out.
Here are the steps to safely reset your Samsung air conditioner:
- Turn off your air conditioner.
- Switch off your AC circuit breaker.
- Wait 30–60 seconds.
- Switch on the circuit breaker.
- Turn on your air conditioner after at least 30 minutes.
Once you do the steps above, your AC should be up and running normally again. If your AC continues to face any issues, you may have to keep troubleshooting or seek help from a specialist.
Keep reading for an in-depth guide on resetting your Samsung air conditioner and other methods of resetting your unit.
How To Reset A Samsung Air Conditioner
There are a few precautions to remember when resetting your air conditioner. Incorrectly resetting your air conditioner can damage the appliance and—what's even worse—risk causing an accident.
Make sure you inspect the power cord and see if it is properly plugged in or has any damage. You will have to check the power outlet as well. Once you have everything checked, carry on to the next steps.
1. Turn off your air conditioner
There are two ways to control your Samsung air conditioner. You can use the remote, as most current models have one, or use the thermostat.
Turning off your unit before switching off the circuit breaker is essential to prevent damaging your air conditioner.
2. Turn off your AC circuit breaker
After turning off your unit, go to the circuit breaker and switch off the designated switch for the air conditioner. The circuit breaker is also called a fuse box.
You can find the circuit breaker in a panel in your house, typically in rooms like the garage or basement or in the hallway.
3. Wait 30–60 seconds
Give your circuit breaker some time to cool down. If you turn it on immediately, you may cause damage to the circuit breaker and your appliances.
You can also use the time while the circuit breaker is off to clean the air conditioner. Problems with your unit could be from dirt buildup on the inside.
Cleaning your air conditioner includes either cleaning or replacing the filter or cleaning the coils. Learn more in this article: "How To Clean Air Handler Coils."
4. Switch on the circuit breaker
If you choose to clean your AC while the circuit breaker is off, ensure that you have appropriately reassembled the unit and that it is safe to receive electricity. Once this is guaranteed, switch the circuit breaker back on.
5. Turn on your air conditioner after at least 30 minutes
Your AC has an internal circuit breaker. Waiting a while as it adjusts to the influx of power can help prolong the life of your unit and can also prevent any accidents or explosions.
How To Reset With AC Remote
Most Samsung inverters have a remote to control the thermostat and appliance settings. To reset your air conditioner with the remote, look for the power button on the top-most left side.
The button is right under the remote screen. Press it to turn off your air conditioner. Wait up to at least 30 minutes before turning it back on by pressing the power button again.
How To Reset Without AC Remote or Circuit Breaker
You can turn on some air conditioners like the Samsung window-type air conditioner with just the thermostat rather than a remote.
You can reset these air conditioners by switching them off at the thermostat, waiting 30 minutes, and then switching them back on.
Another way to reset, as Samsung support suggests, is to unplug and plug in your air conditioner. Reset buttons are not usually included in air conditioners, especially the window types.
Not having a reset button outright makes it essential for you to follow the steps mentioned above to avoid causing any damage or mistakes.
When To Reset Your AC
Even if you don't feel the need to, you might want to reset your air conditioner for a few different reasons.
For example, resetting the AC helps power it up after a short power outage. Or your air conditioner might not be cooling as well as it used to. Maybe your air conditioner is making strange whirring sounds.
A complete manual reset of your air conditioner when encountering problems can also help determine how to find the root of the issue.
While the air conditioner is off during a reset and the circuit breaker is off, it is easier to take the unit apart and inspect it.
Samsung AC Not Turning On
If your air conditioner does not turn on even after resetting the circuit breaker and turning the power on, you may be facing a different type of issue. Inspect your appliance for any damage.
Is the unit itself in good shape? Have you adequately cleaned and maintained the air conditioner? Are there any problems coming from the energy source?
Perhaps the power cord has been tripped or is not plugged into the outlet correctly. Also, ensure that your air conditioner runs on the correct voltage. Samsung Air Conditioners usually require 240 volts.
Also, note that their split-type air conditioners that are non-stabilizer-free use LVP or Low Voltage Protection Technology. LVP measures the low input voltage to protect the compressor.
Units that do not have this feature may be more susceptible to voltage-related problems.
When in doubt, it is best to consult your user manual. If you don’t have one on hand, you can easily find one on the internet. Check the side of your air conditioner for its model number.
You can use this model number to look up the appliance manual online. You can also contact Samsung customer support for help with your specific model.
Samsung AC Not Cooling
Though your air conditioner may be turning on, it might not be cooling the room. When this happens, first check the thermostat and cooling settings.
You may have to adjust these settings to get to your desired room temperature. If that doesn’t work, the room might be too big for your air conditioner.
Check your air conditioner’s specifications. Most Samsung air conditioners go up to 2.5HP, which is recommended for cooling rooms between 33–34 square meters.
The Samsung standing inverter, on the other hand, goes up to 6.0HP, which is best for rooms between 61–75 square meters.
If your room is the right size for your air conditioner but still will not cool, check if the filter needs cleaning. A dirty filter can prevent your appliance from working the way it should.
What To Do When AC Is Not The Problem
If you still find yourself struggling to control your air conditioner despite the unit itself working perfectly fine, then the remote control could be the problem.
Check if the remote display is working. A blank display could be a sign of dead batteries. Replacing the remote batteries should do the trick if the damage is not too severe.
Samsung air conditioners come with manual controls in case the remote control gets lost or damaged. You can opt to control your air conditioner manually if something happens to your remote.
Should your remote still not work even with a fresh set of batteries, it may need to be replaced or repaired.
Wrapping It All Up
Restarting a Samsung air conditioner is as simple as turning the unit off and on again. But for a complete manual restart, you can go for restarting your Samsung air conditioner with the circuit breaker.
You can also opt for the other restart methods we have discussed. When all else fails, however, it is best to call an HVAC professional.
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