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Samsung Heat Pump Error Code E160

Prohibit compressor start due to outdoor temperature out of range (cooling prohibited below -5°C, heating prohibited above 30°C) for mini DVM Plus Series.

SourceSamsung Heat Pump - Service Manual: Troubleshooting Guide (AVXCMH036EA)p. 12-65

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First diagnostic step

Verify outdoor temperature is within operating range; if error occurs outside expected conditions, read outdoor inlet air temp sensor via view mode or S-net.

SourceSamsung Heat Pump - Service Manual: Troubleshooting Guide (AVXCMH036EA)p. 12-65

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