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Error code reference
Carrier HVAC Error Code 26
Invalid heater size: heater ID resistor value read from heater harness connector is invalid for the combination of indoor and outdoor components installed.
SourceCarrier Fan Coil Units - Service Manual: FB/FE/FF/FH/FV/FX/FZ/PF Seriesp. 15
Diagnostic procedure
The full 26 procedure
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First diagnostic step
Check wiring harness connections to ensure they are secure. Disconnect wiring harness at fan coil control heater header and check for a resistance value greater than 5000 ohms.
SourceCarrier Fan Coil Units - Service Manual: FB/FE/FF/FH/FV/FX/FZ/PF Seriesp. 15
More steps, wiring diagram references, and verified part numbers
Includes expected resistance and voltage values, connector pinouts, and supersession notes for replacement parts.
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