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Trane 5TDM5D07AC51 troubleshooting and error codes

Use this table to identify what the visible code may mean and what information to share when scheduling service. Keep checks simple and visible; do not open electrical, refrigerant, gas, or sealed equipment compartments.

Error-code table

Search codes for 5TDM5D07AC51

Code Meaning System area Safe first step Action
Refrigerant indicator 1 flash Indoor unit refrigerant leakage protection Refrigerant leakage protection Record the flash pattern, avoid repeated reset attempts, and schedule GreenFlow service. View details
Refrigerant indicator 2 flashes Refrigerant sensor error Refrigerant sensor Record the flash pattern, avoid repeated reset attempts, and schedule GreenFlow service. View details
Refrigerant indicator off Refrigerant sensor communication error Refrigerant sensor communication Record the flash pattern, avoid repeated reset attempts, and schedule GreenFlow service. View details
Communication indicator steady Communication error Indoor communication Record the flash pattern, avoid repeated reset attempts, and schedule GreenFlow service. View details
Running 3s 1 flash Indoor/outdoor communication or jumper cap failure Indoor and outdoor communication Record the flash pattern, avoid repeated reset attempts, and schedule GreenFlow service. View details
Running 3s 2 flashes Indoor fan failure Indoor fan Record the flash pattern, avoid repeated reset attempts, and schedule GreenFlow service. View details
Running 3s 3 flashes Electric heat adhesion protection Electric heat protection Record the flash pattern, avoid repeated reset attempts, and schedule GreenFlow service. View details
Running 6s 1 flash Indoor ambient temperature sensor error Indoor ambient sensor Document the flash pattern, check thermostat, filter, and visible outdoor-unit obstruction status, and schedule service if the condition remains. View details
Running 6s 2 flashes Indoor pipe temperature sensor error Indoor pipe sensor Document the flash pattern, check thermostat, filter, and visible outdoor-unit obstruction status, and schedule service if the condition remains. View details
Running 6s 3 flashes Indoor air outlet temperature sensor error Indoor outlet air sensor Document the flash pattern, check thermostat, filter, and visible outdoor-unit obstruction status, and schedule service if the condition remains. View details
Running 6s 4 flashes Evaporator inlet pipe temperature sensor error Evaporator inlet sensor Document the flash pattern, check thermostat, filter, and visible outdoor-unit obstruction status, and schedule service if the condition remains. View details
Running 6s 5 flashes Evaporator outlet pipe temperature sensor error Evaporator outlet sensor Document the flash pattern, check thermostat, filter, and visible outdoor-unit obstruction status, and schedule service if the condition remains. View details

Safety note

What is safe to check before service

These pages are meant to help document the issue, not replace diagnosis. GreenFlow should handle pressure-switch, electrical, refrigerant, lockout, recurring, and warranty-related conditions.

Safe visible checks

  • Thermostat display and settings
  • Filter condition and return-air path
  • Visible outdoor-unit obstruction
  • Photos of the code, unit, and nameplate

Stop and call

  • Repeated lockouts or recurring faults
  • Pressure-switch or sensor faults
  • Electrical odor, unusual noise, or ice buildup
  • Any sealed cabinet, refrigerant, gas, or warranty issue

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