When it comes to performing an air conditioner tune up, safety should always be the top priority. Taking the right safety precautions can help to ensure that the job is done correctly and without any risk of injury. This includes wearing protective clothing, such as gloves, goggles, and respiratory masks; having adequate ventilation in the area; avoiding contact with active electrical components; and being aware of the dangers of refrigerants. The first step is to remove the protective cover from the air conditioner.
Then, remove any debris from around the outdoor unit. Leaves, weeds, and other garden debris can fly around and accumulate next to the condenser.
Smaller parts can get stuck inside, which can cause a build-up and significantly reduce the efficiency of the air conditioner.
At a minimum, wear goggles, a face mask, and gloves when servicing the heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system. The most important maintenance task that will ensure the efficiency of your air conditioner is to replace or clean your filters on a routine basis. Dirty, clogged filters reduce the amount of air flow and significantly reduce system efficiency.In addition, when air flow is obstructed, air can bypass the filter and deposit dirt directly on the evaporator coil, which impairs the heat absorption capacity of the coil. Replacing a dirty, clogged filter with a clean one can reduce air conditioner energy consumption by 5% to 15%.Covering the outdoor unit of a central air conditioner will protect the unit from winter weather and dirt. The evaporator coil and the air conditioner condenser coil accumulate dirt during months and years of service. You can program a technician to maintain the AC power in your system to avoid costly failures. Make sure you don't plant shrubs, plants, or trees closer than a few feet, as they can restrict airflow and cause problems with your home's air conditioning and potentially increase utility bills.
When your air conditioner needs more than regular maintenance, for example, if it doesn't reduce the indoor temperature to a comfortable level, hire a professional service technician. The main objective of replacing a filter in the process of setting up an air conditioning system is to protect the equipment against overwork and to reduce energy bills. Remember that air conditioning works best when it can move all of the air in the building, passing it through the air conditioning coils. Yearly maintenance of your air conditioner is vital to maintain maximum efficiency (thus reducing cooling costs), as well as to prevent breakdowns and costly repairs during the hottest days of summer. Therefore, making sure that we have adequate amounts of refrigerant in the system is vital for an air conditioner to be in good condition and will prevent costly repairs. Turning off the power supply is the crucial first step to take when setting up an air conditioner.
The filters, coils, and fins of an AC unit require regular maintenance for it to operate effectively and efficiently during its years of service. Many homeowners are unaware of how important it is to properly maintain their air conditioning systems. They are totally surprised to learn that an AC unit needs much more than just a simple filter replacement. To ensure that your AC unit runs smoothly all year round and that you don't have any unexpected breakdowns or costly repairs during summertime heat waves, it's essential that you take all necessary safety precautions when performing an AC tune up. This includes wearing protective clothing such as gloves, goggles, and respiratory masks; having adequate ventilation in the area; avoiding contact with active electrical components; covering outdoor units; replacing or cleaning filters regularly; planting shrubs or trees at least a few feet away from outdoor units; turning off power supply before servicing; and being aware of refrigerant dangers.
