To understand why youll want a clean condenser its important to know exactly what the condenser does. The job of the condenser is really easy to understand, in simple terms it facilitates heat transfers.
In several air conditioning systems, the condenser is commonly found outside the house or condo. Because of the location, condensers often have problems with accumulating dirt and debris from the environment. A fan is located in the condenser whose job it is to move air across the coil. One of the things you should do is clean the coil on the intake side. Before you power down the air conditioner, check to see which direction the air is moving across the coils.
For your condenser to work properly, the space has to be cleared around it. You can easily utilize grass shears or pruners to cut down any grass, weeds or any other natural material that is close to your condenser hampering air flow. As a rule of thumb, its good to have at least 2 -3 feet of unobstructed space around your unit.
Clean The Condenser with commercial grade cleaner. You can easily purchase commercial coil cleaner at most freezer or fridge supply stores and the directions are marked plainly on the back of the bottle. Make sure you flush the coil clean and not use a hose. After cleaning, let dry.
Brush the fins once the coils are clean using a soft brush to wipe off any gathered dirt that has collected on the fins. Oftentimes youll need to remove a protective covering to gain access to the blades. Avoid using a hose since the water can easily turn the dirt into sticky grime and compact it between the fins. Since fins are made of light gauge aluminum and they are easily damaged, make sure you do this very carefully. Fin combs can be found at most major appliance parts stores. Even while using the fin comb, be very careful so as not to damage the fins Tucson Arizona Air Conditioning Repair .
Examine the pad your condenser sits on. With a carpenters level, make sure the pad is totally level. An uneven pad can easily cause serious issues. If its unleveled for any reason, lift the pad with a pry bar and place rocks, gravel or even a piece of 2 x 4 to level it off again.
Your condenser needs to be safeguarded in the fall and winter season from leaf blockage and ice damage. During off seasons, cover the condenser with a sheet made to fit the shape of your specific unit. Oftentimes heavy plastic with a durable cord can do the trick.
For compressors that need more than a cleaning or that have serious issues such as faulty electric motors or any kind of damage to the compressor, its best to contact a qualified repairman.