A portable air conditioner gives you the benefit of easily moving it around thus cooling any room that you want. For the unit to continue working effectively you need to take good care of it. To help you out here are tips recommended by HVAC Contractors on how to take good care of the air conditioners:
Watch where you place the air conditioner
As mentioned, you have the benefit of moving the air conditioner around and you can place it in any room. While this is the case it’s good to note that you can’t place it anywhere. As rule of thumb you should avoid placing it in a dusty or dirty area. This is to prevent the dirt from getting inside it thus clogging the motors thus bringing about electrical or mechanical problems.
The unit requires power to run; therefore, you should place it in an area that is close to a power source. For venting purposes, install the unit close to a window. If you are looking to cool a room that doesn’t have a window you should use a sliding glass or ceiling tile as a venting outlet.
Change the AC filters regularly
Just like when working with other air conditioners, you need to regularly change the air filters for your unit to continue working effectively. The air filter is located at the back of the unit. You should clean the air filter at least once a month with a soft cloth. If it’s too dirty you should consider replacing it.
When you change or clean the air filter you get rid of dust and other debris that might have prevented the unit from cooling the house properly. Due to the smooth working of the unit you save plenty of money.
Store the AC properly
During winter you don’t need to cool the air unless you heat the house more than you wanted to. If you aren’t using the air conditioner you need to store it properly for it to be in great condition the next time you will be using it. The first thing that you should do is drain the unit of any moisture that it would have collected. To protect it from dust, cover it with plastic sheeting. You should also remember to store it in a cool, dry place.
Conclusion
These are tips on how to take good care of your portable air conditioner. If you notice any problem with it, you shouldn’t wait—you should contact an AC repair professional immediately to come and fix the problem. You can as well take it to the HVAC company offices. After all the air conditioner is portable!
