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This is the proper method to ensure that your air conditioner will serve you for a long time and run efficiently. You could save so much on electricity or even breakages because of it, and even let fresh air in by cleaning it regularly. Depending on whether you have a window unit or your central air system, this guide leads you through the air conditioner cleaning in a perfectly flawless manner. Follow the following steps as a guideline, which will help you run this machine all year round.
Before actually discussing the cleaning process, it is first essential to consider why cleaning your air conditioner is important. A dirty air conditioner not only reduces the cooling performance of the unit but also transfers dust, allergens, and many other pollutants. Such contaminants can cause severe respiratory diseases and other health hazards. Moreover, increasing loads on your system ultimately increases energy consumption and shorten life for the whole unit.
The tools and equipment you would require to clean your air conditioner are:
Safety Precautions Before Cleaning Your Air Conditioner
Cut the Electricity: You always have to cut the supply of electricity for your air conditioner. You can do this by switching off the switches or simply cutting them off from the source.
Read the User Manual: There are numerous types of air conditioners with different models. Read the manufacturer’s guide on any special instructions or precautions on cleaning.
Window air conditioners are far smaller and also much easier to clean than central air conditioners. Here is how you could clean them:
Locate the filter: You have to open the machine’s front panel to locate the air filter.
Clean the filter. If it can be cleaned, wash the filter in warm soap water, let dry, and replace it. And if there’s a disposable, replace it.
Clean or vacuum the filter area. Use an attachment brush to sweep around the filter area where dust and debris collect.
Open the coils: Pull out the front panel to gain access to the evaporator coils. Usually, the front panel is located at the rear of the filter.
Vacuum the coils means using the suction of the vacuum to loosen dust and debris that may be stuck on the coils.
Dip the coil in water and coil cleaner: if your coils are very dirty, spray coil cleaner or a small amount of mild detergent and water on the coils and let the cleaner sit for one to two minutes; rinse with water, or you can clean it by using a damp cloth.
Check for fins: look at your evaporator coils for bent or broken fins.
Application of Fin Comb: Slowly pass the fin comb down the twisted fins to carefully straighten them out so air through the unit is not obstructed.
Cleaning around exterior: Brushing the outer coat: Brush over the outer surface with a wet cloth and some water so all the dust and grime clumped onto the surface should come off.
Allow everything to dry: Now that everything in the air conditioner has completely dried out, they are now ready for assembly, and you will go ahead to assemble your air conditioner.
Installation of the filter: Place the clean or new filter in its position and fit the front panel.
Cleaning of central air conditioners applies to all the indoor as well as the outdoor parts of the equipment.
Switch off the air conditioner by making use of the thermostat and then the breaker so you do not get exposed to any form of electrical current.
Locate the filter: In most cases, central unit air filters are found within the return air duct or near the blower compartment.
Filter clean or replace: If your filter is washable, wash it with water and put it back in its original place after drying. If you have filters that come in packs, you can simply replace the old one with a new one. The filter has to be put back every 1-3 months if one is to work effectively.
Inlet evaporator coils: These can be inside the air handler. You will need to raise the access panel for you to see the coils.
Clean coils: Use a vacuum to remove dirt and debris from the coils. All loose dirt and debris must be removed.
Apply coil cleaner: If you want to apply coil cleaner, then it is as per the guidelines of the coil cleaner manufacturer that is by applying the product on your evaporator coils for cleaning.
Locate the drain line: This condensate drainage line helps to pull the moisture out of the condenser coils.
Clean the drains: If vacuuming using a wet/dry vacuum, suck out all clogging elements that might be collecting along the length of the drainpipe so as not to allow any form of water damage and mold issues.
Flush the drain pipe: Drench the drain pipe using a mixture of water and vinegar to clear the blockage and reduce further formation of blockages.
Switch Off Electricity Going Out: Switch off the electricity going out.
Sweep Debris: You sweep or vacuum with a soft brush. While doing this, you collect leaves and any dirt, etc, from the outside of your condenser unit.
Clean Condenser Coils: Make sure, while cleaning, that you only use water from a garden hose for the outdoor coils. You never try using pressure since it will destroy them.
Balance fins: the outer coils could be fitted with fins, and these require bending. You must fit them using a fin comb so that it doesn’t compromise airflow.
Let it Dry Completely: Allow the coils- both the evaporator and the condenser- to dry out completely, and then switch it back on.
Switch on the AC: Once the reassembling is done, turn the unit back on and listen to weird noises or issues with the airflow.
A well-maintained air conditioner lasts a long time as well as reduces energy usage. Here are some more tips for you:
Change the filter every 1-3 months according to your usage and the kind of filter you have.
Leak checks of refrigerant lines. Refrigerant lines leak, and this will decrease the cooling efficiency of your air conditioner.
Maintenance: Have your air conditioner serviced by a professional each year to ensure all is well.
Clean up from outside the home. Clear all debris and bushes, etc, from the outside area beside your home where the outdoor condenser unit will remain for superior airflow.
You now know how to clean your air conditioner, but there will be some times that you will need a professional;
Refrigerant Fault: Call for expert analysis when the level of refrigerant is not according to the norms or fails to cool the room.
Electrical Fault: The work of electricity is not safe; thus, a technician is required to handle this work.
Odd noises: If it produces any strange noises, then this may be a sign of mechanical trouble that needs to be referred to a technician.
How often you use it and if you live in an area of high dust or air pollution. Generally, you’ll need to clean.
Window units: clean every three months during the cooling season.
It should be cleaned once a year, preferably on the eve of summer.
If you want your air conditioner entirely cleaned and serviced, then hiring professionals would be the best thing. Duct Technical Works LLC is there to offer professional air conditioner cleaning and maintenance services so that your system can work efficiently, and your home remains cool and comforting all the time. Therefore, contact us today to schedule cleaning or repair.
Contact us today at Duct Technical Works LLC to learn more about our services or to book an appointment. As specialized experts, we are capable of making you feel the perfect air-conditioning service for a smooth flow of life at your home or workplace.