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AC Condensate Overflow — Auxiliary Pan or Ceiling Leak

Likely causes

Primary drain fault + secondary safety pan/switch check

Check: Main drain fault (clog/slope/pump) = pan overflows. Ceiling-recessed = mandatory auxiliary pan + float switch (per KS/IMC). Float switch trip = system shut + error code. Ceiling discoloration/mold/moisture = long-running issue. Heavy water in auxiliary pan = dispatch immediately.

What to do: Empty auxiliary pan → repair main drain (clog/pump/slope). Damaged ceiling = repaint/replace (separate post-service charge). Verify aux switch (test: lift float by hand → system should stop). Test secondary system yearly.

Field tip

Ceiling recessed = mandatory auxiliary pan + float switch. Missing/inoperative = poor workmanship + liability. Required by Korean KS, US IRC, UPC. Annual aux test = installer safety net.

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