Have you ever noticed something wrong with your air conditioner and were unable to figure out the issue?
During the scorching summer, you want your AC unit to run without an issue. However, even the most expensive air conditioners run into problems with time.
Don’t worry, you can easily check for these basic things before lodging a complaint.
Check for electrical power in the house
If your AC unit is not receiving power, it won’t function. So, before you call your air conditioning repair expert, it is better to check your circuit breaker. Although, it sounds absurd but there are chances that the circuit breaker may have tripped. There may be a disconnect switch for the external unit which may get turned off during maintenance, which may need to be switched on.
Check the vents
Check for the vents in every room to note if they are blocked. Sometimes vents can get obstructed due to dust or a box of tissues, etc. The vents should be in the open position.
Check the thermostat
The thermostat could be inappropriately set – check its batteries, it may need replacement or could be covered with grime or dust. If the battery needs replacing, change them in the thermostat gently. Let the air conditioner adjust to the new settings before changing the temperature again. You can also amend the settings, check the thermostat to ensure the setting is on cool & auto mode.
Check the air filters
Clogged or dirty filters can cause the air-conditioner to breakdown, as it instantly damages the blower motor and will also put a dent in your electricity bill, by increasing cooling expenses by 15%. Ideally, air filters need to be replaced often or they can cause the air conditioner to glitch prematurely. If your AC unit is turning on and off frequently, check for a blocked filter.
Check the condenser unit
The condenser is the unit of an air conditioner that makes the humming sound when on. It is covered with vents to protect its sensitive coil. But those vents can get clogged which can cause a lack of airflow, leading to the poor operation or shut down of your air conditioner. Clear any debris and check if there is a plant/ weed growing in the condenser unit. Also, check the drain tubes for pooling water. If the drain is blocked and the condenser pan gets filled with water, the AC unit has an inbuilt safety feature i.e. a float switch, which shuts down the air conditioner.
Once, you have performed the above checks and your AC unit is still not functioning, then it is time to bring in the experts.
Why not raise a service request on the OneDios App if you are looking to get your AC serviced? You can raise a service request in a few clicks without having to call multiple people or search for phone numbers. OneDios is a one-stop shop for all your service, complaints, and repair requests. It even logs when you last got your AC serviced and parts replaced. Download the OneDios app and upload the details of your AC today.
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