18 Steps to Service Your HVAC

Compiled By: www.hvaclocal.com 18 Steps to Service Your HVAC Whether you're starting your air conditioner for the first time this year, or a unit isn't running properly and you need to service an air conditioner, following a few simple steps can save you time and money. While some service jobs should be left to a professional, there are several do-it-yourself fixes you can do to keep your air conditioner cooling all summer long. Clean the Air Conditioner 2) Check the small copper pipe connecting the unit to the house. Make sure the unit is turned off either at the on/off switch or by shutting off the circuit breaker. 3 Rake any leaves and debris away from the unit before you start to service an air conditioner. Take the cover off the unit, and locate the air conditioner coils (they look like a car radiator). Use a soft brush to brush any dirt and debris off the outside cover. Hose down the fins, coils and inside of the unit. 9 Cover the motor and wiring with a plastic sheet. Replace the unit cover, and turn it on to make sure it runs properly. Check your owner's manual. Check Air Conditioner Function 1 Start at the unit control or thermostat. Listen for any strange noises while the unit runs. 3 Check the room temperature in each of the home's rooms by carrying a hand held thermometer into the room. Make sure the temperature of the rooms agrees with the thermostat on your air conditioner unit as Look for water dripping or pooling anywhere by the air return or unit well. outside. Check for leaks in the tubing where the water is pooling. Find the drain where the water condensation should be draining into. Pour water into the condensation drain pan and watch for the condensation pump to start working. 8. Clean the drain of any debris if the water seems to be pooling on top of it. www.hvaclocal.com Find HVAC Companies