During the heat pump defrost cycle, the water to the fan coils can temporarily become colder.

Anti-cold-air function

Many fan coil controllers stop the fan when the water temperature drops below a certain limit.

Why it happens

The goal is to avoid the feeling of cold air drafts in the space during defrost.

Pipe sensor

The operation is usually based on a temperature sensor on the coil or the supply line.

Diagnosis

If the fan stops only during defrost and starts again afterwards, this may be normal operation and not a fault.