Maintenance Guide for AC

The air conditioner in your home serves an important role of keeping your room comfortable and during the scorching summer season and whenever the temperature is humid. In order to enjoy maximum efficiency of your AC unit, it is important to keep it at peak working condition otherwise; you will suffer from heat and sweat. So how do you keep your AC highly efficient? The secret is proper maintenance. This is the key to having functional and efficient AC throughout its service life. Sure you can do basic maintenance for your AC system. But in cases of complex maintenance needs as well as repairs, you might need help from professional technicians.

Safety is the most important thing to consider. So, be sure to disconnect the unit from the power source before conducting any troubleshooting or maintenance work. Always use caution when working inside the unit. Before doing basic maintenance in your home, here are some information worth considering before performing maintenance or basic troubleshooting and repair...

AC systems have average lifetime expectancies but properly maintaining your unit can greatly extend its life.

Unplug the unit from the power supply when doing any servicing, maintenance or repairs.

Make use of properly grounded outlet for optimal safety.

Check your AC unit regularly. Have it serviced annually.

Clean air filters regularly or replace as recommended by the manufacturer. Usually, air filters are replaced twice per month during cold season.

The AC unit must be kept clean and dust-free all the time.

Don’t run your unit via an extension cord. It requires a lot of power that when you connect it to an extension cord, it could cause overheating or fire. Also, the compressor of the unit also requires huge power. Running it with very little power could damage it seriously.

Keep the unit in a clean, dry place when not in use.

Clean the coils on a regular basis. See the user’s manual for recommendations. When cleaning the coils, remove the cover first and then use a soft brush, vacuum or compressed air. Make sure that the unit is dry before plugging it back on. Usually, a well cleaned coil allows the unit to run cool again. Clean coils are responsible for efficient heat transfer.