What EE means

The indoor unit has a float switch in the drain pan. When water rises above the safe level (because the drain line is clogged), the float trips and the AC displays EE and shuts down to prevent water from overflowing into your wall or ceiling.

Good news: EE is almost always a blocked drain, not a parts failure. A simple drain cleaning fixes it.

How to fix it

  1. Power off at the breaker.
  2. Open the indoor unit and find the drain pan underneath the evaporator.
  3. Clear the drain line. Disconnect the drain hose and flush it with water. Use a thin brush or wire for stubborn clogs. A wet-dry vacuum on the outdoor end works well.
  4. Clean the drain pan. Wipe out algae, sludge, and debris.
  5. Test the float switch. Gently lift the float — it should click. If stuck, clean around the pivot.
  6. Reassemble and test. Run the AC and confirm water drains freely and EE does not return.

Bangladesh monsoon tip: High humidity during monsoon season increases condensate production dramatically. Clean the drain line monthly during June-September to prevent EE.