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Forced defrost from the remote
What happens, in order
- Unit is on in heating at 16C set temperature
- Press + - + - + - on the remote within 5 seconds
- Unit enters forced defrost; heating indicator is on 10 s and off 0.5 s repeatedly
- Compressor runs while the indoor fan stops during defrost
- Unit exits on its own according to the real defrost result and returns to normal heating
- If a fault or protection stop is active, forced defrost can only be started after it clears
Timings and thresholds
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Button entry window | 5 s |
| Required setpoint | 16C |
| Indicator pattern | ON 10 s / OFF 0.5 s |
Applies to: Kinghome KM09-12-18-24HT1DI and KM09-24HF1DI
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Source: Kinghome KM09-12-18-24HT1DI service manual, 6.2 Brief description of modes and functions; Kinghome KM09-24HF1DI service manual, 6.2 Brief description of modes and functions (normal-defrost status table). Written in our own words; timings can differ by model and software version, so check the manual for your exact unit.
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