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ODU1-18FAtlantic · Alféa Excellia / Excellia Duo (R410A split, 11-16, pre-A.I.)
ODU1-18F on an Atlantic Alféa Excellia / Excellia Duo: Inverter error
Short answer
On an Atlantic heat pump, ODU1-18F means: Inverter error. The heat pump stops until the fault clears or is reset. An engineer is needed to fix the cause.
Reviewed 23 September 2026 · 1 source
What it means
The manual says: Inverter error.
Likely causes:
- Power supply abnormality or outdoor/indoor PCB, inverter or IPM fault.
Is it safe?
| Does the heat pump stop? | Yes |
|---|---|
| Severity | Fault — clears by itself when the condition goes |
| Engineer needed? | Yes |
The heat pump stops until the fault clears or is reset.
What you can check
- Check the heat pump isolator and consumer-unit breakers are on (do not open any casing).
- Note the error number/LED pattern shown and give it to your installer.
- If breakers trip repeatedly, leave the unit off and call an engineer.
What the engineer will check
- Check supply voltage, PCB, inverter/IPM/PFC components and connectors.
Who to ask for: electrical / heat pump.
Certification: Qualified electrician / heat pump engineer.
Sources
- alféa excellia duo Maintenance Document (U0546279_1738_EN_16) ↗ · U0546279_1738_EN_16 · page 72 · Reviewed 23 September 2026
A code explains what the controller detected, not a confirmed root cause.
Reviewed: 23 September 2026