If you are needing to repair a heat pump, you will need to realize that there are a few reasons that it may not be functioning properly.  The following is the list of steps that will guide you through finding and fixing the problem.  If you already know what the problem is, then skip straight to that part.

Items Needed:

• old rag
• replacement filter
• vacuum
• heat pump

First: Heat Pump

The first thing that you are going to want to check is one of the most common problems that a heater exhaust fan will have.  This is a frozen heat pump.  Look at the condenser and make sure that it is not frozen up.  If it is, then you will want to check, clean, or replace the filters.  Blocked filters are often the reason that a pump will freeze.  In order to clean the filter, you can use a simple household vacuum.  This will remove the dust and debris from the filter and make it usable again.  After this is done, try turning it back on and checking if it is functional.  If it is, great!  If it is not, go to the second step.

Second: Thermostat or Breaker

You are now going to want to make sure that the circuit breaker and the thermostat are working properly.  To test the thermostat try changing the temperature setting.  If this does nothing to help, then you will want to check the power into the unit.  If there are still no problems to be found, check the breaker.  Turn off the power to the area and unplug the pump.  Now put something else in there to test the outlet that it is connected to.  If the new item is working in the outlet, then the power is fine.  If the new item is not working in the outlet, then you may need the assistance of your local electrician.  If this is not helping, then try step three.

Third: Check Heat

There is a possibility that you are simply dealing with an issue where the heat pump is not creating enough heat.  This can be easily fixed.  The first thing to do is to make sure that the setting is right on the thermostat.  After that, you will check the registers to ensure that they are not closed.  This may be the problem rather than the heat pump.  Next, check and vacuum the filters to ensure that they are thoroughly clean and all necessary air can pass thorough.  Then, check and clean the coils.  If it is simply the matter of too little heat, one of these is guaranteed to remedy the issue.