Troubleshooting Your Air Conditioning
Like any other electronic device, your air conditioner is
subject to risks. The weather outside, the dust in the room, the electric shocks
do their job and that's how you end up needing professional air conditioning
services. The most common problems include:
·
Cable problems
·
Low levels of the refrigerant
·
The outdoor unit does not work
·
The circuit is clogged
Before calling a specialist, it would not hurt to do some
small investigations yourself, because some troubleshooting operations are easy
to perform.
Ø
Check the
control panel. Sometimes, you may press the remote control by mistake and modify
the air flow. Obviously, you do not need a specialist to solve this problem.
Additionally, check the cables, as
they may have been disconnected.
Ø
Check the
thermostat. Set it to a temperature three degrees lower than the optimal
ambient temperature and see whether the device starts and how long it takes to
get there. If nothing happens, it could be a problem with the thermostat, not
with the appliance itself. Such information could help a HVAC service Denver CO specialist from wasting
time looking for the wrong causes.
Ø
Check the
outdoor unit, if you can. Often, it may show visible signs of airway
obstruction. But be careful, the access to outdoor units can be difficult and
dangerous. Do not take any risks.