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Carrier HVAC Error Code 53

Outdoor air temperature sensor fault: OAT sensor is found to be open or shorted at any time after initial validation.

SourceCarrier Fan Coil Units - Service Manual: FB/FE/FF/FH/FV/FX/FZ/PF Seriesp. 16

Diagnostic procedure

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First diagnostic step

Check for faults in wiring connecting sensor to OAT terminals. Using an ohmmeter, check resistance of thermistor for a short or open condition.

SourceCarrier Fan Coil Units - Service Manual: FB/FE/FF/FH/FV/FX/FZ/PF Seriesp. 16

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