Make Today Air Conditioner Appreciation Day!
I know what you are thinking: but, there is no such thing as Air Conditioner Appreciation Day! There could be, though. All you have to do is take a diminutive time to make sure your air conditioner is running properly. Why is this so important? Air conditioners do more than cool and dehumidify air. They also filter out the pollen in the air. Dust mites and mold hate the cool dry air so air conditioners dissuade them as well. They also discourage cockroaches because those diminutive critters hate the airflow an air conditioner provides. A poorly maintained air conditioner can spread airborne bacteria and allergens. It also can produce enough continued noise to cause hearing damage. It is also potentially hard on your wallet because it can consume more energy.
Now that we have covered the importance of air conditioning maintenance are you wondering where to start? Look no further than you air conditioner filter. The filter(s) on your air conditioner need to be replaced and/or cleaned regularly. Dirty filters sell out the efficiency of an air conditioner substantially because the dirt blocks the normal air flow. When the airflow is blocked, the air that bypasses the filter can carry dirt directly into the evaporator coil and impair heat tantalizing capacity of the coil. Remember how poorly maintained air conditioners consume more energy? Well, a clean filter lowers the consumption of vigor by 5-15%.
You may now be wondering where the filter is placed on your unit. If you have central air conditioning, the filter is placed somewhere along the distance of the return duct or in the air conditioner itself. If you have a room air conditioner, the filter is mounted in the grill that faces into the room. Some filters are reusable and need to be cleaned. Others are disposable and need to be replaced. While the cooling season you should clean or replace the filter(s) every month or two. If the air conditioner is in constant use, is branch to dusty conditions, or you have fur-bearing pets in the house, your ideas may need more frequent attention.
Another place to check on your motor is the coil. The coil and condenser coil collect dirt over the months and the years. One way to slow down the range of dirt on the coils is to make sure the filter is clean. If the coil is insulated by dirt, the ability to dispell heat is reduced. It is leading to check and clean the coil every year. You might also need to check the face coil (or condenser coil). You should check to see if dirt is collecting on its fins. Make sure you minimize the estimate of dirt and debris near the condenser unit and allow for enough air flow colse to the condenser as well. You should also make sure that foliage is trimmed at least two feet back from the coil.
To faultless your Air Conditioner Appreciation Day rituals, you should check the coil fins, condensate drains and window seals on your unit. Coil fins are easily bent and can block air flow straight through the unit. There is a tool that will comb the fins back into their traditional position called a fin comb. For the condensate drains, you should pass a stiff wire straight through the drain channels occasionally. This is leading because if the channels are clogged the unit is prevented from reducing humidity. This excess moisture in the air can cause discoloration of walls or carpet. If you have a room air conditioner, you should check the seal between the air conditioner and the window frame. The seal should make palpate with the metal case of the unit. The seal can be damaged by moisture which allows cool air to escape from your home.
Checking the filter, coil, coil fins, condensate drain and window seals on your air conditioner should faultless your observance of Air Conditioner Appreciation Day. What is that you say? You are upset that it is over so soon? Never fear. I doubt your air conditioner will mind if you make every day Air Conditioner Appreciation Day!
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