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Disconnect all electrical power to the unit before removing
access panels to perform maintenance. Please note that there may
be more than one power connection switch.
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Although manufacturers take special care to prevent sharp
edges in the construction of our equipment, it’s best to be very
careful when you handle parts or reach into units.
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Check the air filter in your furnace or fan
coil every 3 to 4 weeks. A dirty filter will cause excessive strain
on your furnace, air conditioner or heat pump. Replace your filter when
necessary, or clean it if you have the reusable type. (If you have a
reusable filter, make sure it’s completely dry before you re-install
it.) The pre-filter and collection cells of an electronic air cleaner
should be cleaned at least two or three times per year.
Clean dust off of your indoor coil. With a vacuum cleaner and
soft-brush attachment, you can remove any dust from the top and
underside of the coil. Make sure you only do this when the coil is dry.
If you can’t get the coil clean this way, call us at 455-5650 to
schedule a service call.
Keep your outdoor condensing unit free of debris. If you keep
grass clippings, leaves, shrubbery and debris away from your outdoor
unit, it should only require minimal care to operate properly. Check the
base pan (under the unit) occasionally and remove debris, to help the
unit drain correctly.
If the outdoor coil becomes dirty, use a brush or a vacuum cleaner
with a soft brush attachment to clean the surface. To clean dirt that is
deep in the coil, call us to schedule a service call.
Take special care of outdoor condensing units near salt water.
If your unit is located near the gulf, you can help preserve its
optimal condition with a little extra care. Mist and sea breezes
carry salt which is corrosive to most metals. Although most new units
are made out of galvanized metal and are protected by top-grade paint,
you can add life to your unit by washing all exposed surfaces and the
coil approximately every three months.
Make sure your outdoor unit stays in a level position. If the
support for your split-system outdoor unit shifts or settles and the
unit is no longer level, re-level it promptly to make sure moisture
drains properly out of the unit. If you notice that water or ice
collects beneath the unit, arrange for it to be drained away from the
equipment.
Inspect your furnace’s combustion area and vent system before each
heating season. If you find dirt, soot or rust, your system may not
operate properly or at its peak efficiency. Call us at 455-5650 and do
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