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Gree Air Conditioner

Gree AC E5 error

Overcurrent / compressor overload

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Try a reset once. If it comes back, a trained technician should repair it.

What it means

The AC drew more current than is safe, so it shut down to protect the compressor and wiring.

Common causes

  • Low or unstable voltage
  • Dirty outdoor coil making the compressor work harder
  • Weak compressor or capacitor
  • Faulty inverter board

Try this at home first

Tick each step as you go

When to call a technician

If it repeats, a technician must check the voltage, compressor current and board.

Safety first

Always switch off at the wall socket or MCB before touching any part. Do not open the outdoor unit, control boards or gas pipes yourself — they carry high voltage and pressure.

Frequently asked questions

What does E5 mean on a Gree Air Conditioner?

Overcurrent / compressor overload. The AC drew more current than is safe, so it shut down to protect the compressor and wiring.

Can I fix Gree Air Conditioner error E5 myself?

You can try a reset first: Switch off for 15 minutes, check the voltage/stabilizer, then restart. If the code returns, call a technician.

Is it safe to keep using the Air Conditioner with E5?

Avoid repeated restarts; running with this fault can cause more damage.

Other Gree AC codes

E1 High pressure / overload protection E2 Indoor coil anti-freeze protection E3 Low gas / refrigerant leak or blockage E4 Compressor overheating E6 Communication error (indoor ↔ outdoor unit) E7 Mode conflict (multi-split) E9 Drain / water overflow protection F1 Indoor room temperature sensor fault / Indoor coil (evaporator) temperature sensor fault F2 Indoor coil (evaporator) temperature sensor fault / Outdoor coil (condenser) temperature sensor fault F3 Outdoor air temperature sensor fault

All Gree Air Conditioner error codes

Same code on other brands

E5 Indoor coil (evaporator) temperature sensor faultSamsung AC E5 Overcurrent / compressor overloadVoltas AC E5 Compressor start / rotation faultDaikin AC E5 Overcurrent / compressor overload / Low gas / refrigerant leak or blockage / Communication error (indoor ↔ outdoor unit)Blue Star AC E5 Indoor coil anti-freeze protectionHaier AC dE Door / lid not closed or not lockingLG Washing Machine E-02 Cooking time set too longSamsung Microwave E5 Heating faultIFB Washing Machine E01 Control board (PCB) faultBosch Dishwasher

Sources

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Last checked: 2026-10-20