How to Fix E8 Error Code on a Window AC [This Really Works!]

Here we show you how to solve the E8 area code on a window air conditioning unit

[@robertroller5030]

I realize this is a 2 year old video, but just wanted to say thanks! Just got two units working top notch again. Even cut the shroud off one of them, and wouldn't have thought to do that without your help. You're the best!

[@IsabelKing-Walton]

Thank you Farer Keith, you saved me from buying a new AC unit.

[@StrateQuality]

Dude you totally saved me , our shop has been sooo hot.. a/c threw that code 2 months ago and google couldn't help me but you did today sir. Thank YOU!!!!

[@gloriatellez-tovar759]

The one video that explains this well. Thank you 🙏

[@Gl-pv3zl]

Thank you so much your video is excellent you saved me about $350 I did exactly what you did now my AC works great 👍👍👍😃

[@ScottJWilson420]

The cottonwood is a big problem on our central air. I planted boxwoods to help filter as well as putting a screen material around the unit. That is easier to clean.

[@mae4756]

I was literally about to buy a new AC today after losing my mind for ages trying to fix my AC. Thank you SO much for this video, I love you AC is running quieter than it has in years and cools perfectly now, I am so so so happy and grateful for you

[@farmerkeith]

Glad to hear I can help!

[@gainesken52]

Wow! This is actually a GREAT DIY video for ANY wondow unit. THANKS for posting. Really , when cutting of the outside housing cover , if done carefully , after cleaning the condenser fins , you should be able to simply re-install the housing on the unit , and even screw it back down with 3-4 self tapping screws.

[@christianlusch8823]

Thank you so much!! Bought this unit for $200 today and when I got home it instantly had the E8 code. Fixed it in about 25 minutes. Hats off to you!

[@farmerkeith]

That is great! Glad I could help.

[@bryanclark5529]

The window unit in my kids bedroom went out a couple days ago and your fix worked perfectly. Thanks man I appreciate it.

[@farmerkeith]

Good to hear it worked for you

[@user-kf3cb9zh1g]

Thanks, man. You saved me the cost of a new a/c. GE was just 3 years old when got the E8 code. Your cut along the plastic was more surgical than mine, but the gunk on the fins looked identical. Stiff toothbrush on a dowel pin did the trick--couldn't get anything bigger in there.

[@farmerkeith]

Its cotton wood blowing around season. Mine will probably do it again soon.

[@BillSeipel]

Do not pass GO. Do not collect $200. This is the way. I just did this to my Frigidaire 28k BTU air conditioner. It was a royal pain removing it from the wall but as soon as I saw the condition of the rear coil? Yeah. It needed cleaned. After cleaning & re-install, no more 'E8' error codes. Kudos!

[@farmerkeith]

Yes it's that easy

[@andrewstarr8062]

Great vid man, to the point and much appreciated

[@woodrowwoody4463]

Thank you for the help, I live on the third floor of my building so taking it out my window and finding a place to clean it down stairs was going to be my very last option, so I tried the unplug and turn off 5 min option which of course didn’t work, so one day and a $300 chiropractor bill later your video did the trick thanks 😂

[@TheMuffinManshow]

THANK YOU for this video! Every other post/video says wash it out with water but this really shows the true problem and solution.

[@farmerkeith]

And it actully works!

[@johnfiliatrault9319]

This info was great and helped alot thank you!

[@janespeach9366]

Thank you much, I will Certainly try this. It's like these a/c's know when to act up, I have Zero tolerance for heat, and my a/c isn't old enough to start trippin' the 2nd day of summer. Thank you much, please be well🤲🏾🌻.

[@samlangford6467]

I just figured this out today when I went outside and checked and found Zero air flow coming from the unit. I've had a E8 error for the last few months. I wound up splashing cold water from the outside of the coil and its amazing how much dirt I got out of it. Of course I've Googled those a few times and it never hinted at this problem.. only that I should unplug and plug it back in which does no good unless you clean that inner coil.. after the water splashes I did unplug and plug back in and now it works perfectly!! Thanks for posting this problem and a solution.. course I didnt cut my shroud off to clean it.. just wish manufacturers would install spray jets inside there so we could hook a garden hose to it incase we have this issue. Mine was cause because next door theres an apartment building going up and they been using alot of Concrete and im sure it's the Concrete dust getting in there... tell any construction people to use masks because that dust can be harmful to your lungs.. pass this info on!!

[@farmerkeith]

Because they want you to buy a new AC

[@simplelifemoneymatters3901]

I don't have no chamber but I do have living room dining room area that was being cooled by a unit that now reads E8. We have or had (recently chopped down) a Cottonwood but I didn't think much of that until E8 entered my life. Most of the videos (this one included) mention that only a year had passed before issues arose. I naively thought that my unit was not clogged cause we bought it last year and this is the second season. It, however, wasn't cooling or working as it once did and with the recent heat wave we got the E8. Did I mention our unit is now displaying E8. For those who don't know this is the units way of saying, "I need a hot bath cause I am a crusty old crab." Anyway I used your method (waterless) and even used a hacksaw blade to remove that section of plastic to get to the fins that were covered. Mine were nasty and completely covered. Scrapped gently with a wire brush and used the vacuum cleaner with narrow extension to remove the dust and gunk I was picking off. Put it all back together and working like a charm. You would think the MFGs would make cleaning these puppies a bit easier. Lastly, I am not sure I would call yourself lazy. it took a lot of work removing that outer shell the way you did. I would lean towards: artist, genius, and maybe KZbin sensation to describe how you are. Thanks for the help and tips to get my unit clean and ready to cool.

[@quintkent]

They make it hard so you call them for service or buy a new one

[@charitywattenburger4550]

Thanks for your very detailed, helpful video. BUT, my GE AC is siliconed in the window. It was 108 today and 110 2 days ago. Is the ONLY way into the unit, from behind, having to cut all of that metal outside housing and all of the inside apart??

[@jameslacombe5211]

Just started happening to mine yesterday 👍 Thought maybe it was something with the board or something but after finding your video, figured I'd give it a shot? Not like it would hurt much...if it didnt work, I would have to buy a new one anyways? But worked like a charm and its cooling 10 times better than it was in the recent months

[@farmerkeith]

Nice!

[@jamie_nelson]

Thank you sir! You saved me $600.

[@farmerkeith]

Welcome. It's hard to believe no one else wants to tell you this...

[@richasa69]

Thank you Sir for your wisdom 👏 👍

[@mikedegrazia]

Thanks man, saved me some money!

[@davidpoff7418]

Thanks very informative

[@AP3Xjizzyc]

You Sir, are a blessing. Thank you.

[@farmerkeith]

You are welcome

[@dcastillo6999]

My GE is now showing that E8 after 3yrs of over 100 digit temp in Vegas, and it's already showing this in June😢 I'm going to try your method before buying another one which has to cost the same or less than a repairman visit thanks!

[@lisaspears3669]

Works like brand new. Thanks.

[@farmerkeith]

Yes!!!

[@electrobassrock]

Okay mines doing it too and I think im gonna give this a shot today. Wish me luck! If it works im gonna reply back with the results.

[@kingxenomorph3056]

Gooooood video short sweet to point!!!!iiii

[@rcdb4160]

It is help for every brand of conditioners? I imagine it's all the same problem!

[@jeanius123]

Thanks. 😀

[@shaggycollins]

@charitywattenburger4550 - Yes, that is the only way without un-installing the unit. Otherwise, you have to cut the silicone, pull the unit, take off the side fins, take off the upper track for the side fins, then finally get to your 3 sides of cover panel screws.

[@LHMDFedBoy]

I took a pressure washer to mine, seems to have worked.

[@bwills7341]

When the error code came up, did anyone's ac repeatedly beep and all button lights turn on then turn off?

[@jaimekinz]

May sound like a dumb question but…is this from the inside portion of the window unit or the outside? Not sure my unit gives me access to the coils quite as easily as yours does. Don’t really want to take it apart

[@farmerkeith]

Ouside

[@pliedtka]

Nice rooster in the bushes. Well, gotta get the A/C unit apart and see if can make it work. Thanks

[@farmerkeith]

Just had to do another one yesterday. Took a lot more brushing and clearing but got it to work!

[@Ben-zb3ix]

So what your tell me is just buy a new one ? Got it

[@ReyLeonPictures]

The code showed up on a brand new unit for me. There isn’t any dirt or crude covering it. The condenser coil over heats and shuts down and have to reset it constantly. Kind of a pain in the ass to deal with.

[@farmerkeith]

I would return it. Sounds like a faulty unit

[@LonDawes]

As Steve Harvey says “It’s a goot one”.

[@mikekubas1588]

so far so good and its working

[@davidpoff7418]

Thanks very informative