Just like any other cooling machine, window air conditioners are designed to give comfort and ease to the users. Its ability to transform hot, humid air into a cooling sensation gives the very comfort that people need once they install one of these units. Also considered as through-the-wall units, this type of conditioning system is actually the smallest of these self-contained machines.
Although its ratings for its efficiency are not as good as central systems as well as the property of reduced versatility because it can only service the room where it is stationed, it nevertheless compromises its ability to function as designed.
These devices are built with filters to capture dirt and unwanted particles such as pollutants; window air conditioners also require regular routine check-ups and cleaning. Not only does the filter need washing, but the condenser coil located at the back of the unit can also be a source of lots of debris therefore a thorough and perhaps more efficient cleaning using certain chemical cleaning agents will be helpful.
Checking on these parts is important as this may interfere with the flow of air and thereby reducing the efficiency and the quality of the output of the unit. Routine check-ups will also sue away insects such as wasps and hornets from building their nests inside your cooling unit.
Other animals such as house rats can also be prevented from making your machine their comfort room or their safe haven. Aside from ensuring that the circulating air is fresh and good as expected, you are also assured of having your unit for a longer period for presence of those mentioned animals will surely cause serious damage to your unit.
Owners of window air conditioners often encounter other problems. Sometimes they are just plugged and long forgotten unless a problem is detected. With this, owners should be reminded of some troubles you might encounter with your unit and how important it is to take care of them for you not to encounter any of these:
Dirty and even rusting coils and filters - cleaning the filters and vacuuming those coils when the unit is turned off will do the trick. Since these parts constantly encountered dirt and are the collectors of these materials, you must ensure that filters are replaced at least once a month. Ensuring that these parts are cleaned as regularly as possible will also ensure that your unit will function well and that your electric bill will not be a pain in your head.
Leaking unit - this only suggest that perhaps your unit was not positioned properly. For proper drainage, make sure that the unit is tilted outwards.
Fan has stopped blowing - this connotes that your fan may need replacement. Put some oil first on the blades while the unit is unplugged. When this still does not work then the unit may need a new motor.
Window air conditioners are becoming a common appliance in many homes. Before purchasing one, do some research in order to make a wise purchase.
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Detecting Problems in Window Air Conditioners
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