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BASIC MAINTENANCE TIPS
1. START-UP
To minimize costly repairs, proper steps should be taken to start-up your
Central Air Conditioning in the Spring.
a.
When the outside day temperature is 55F/13C or over, activate power to outside
condensing unit by turning the air conditioner main circuit breaker or fuse
disconnect to the "ON" position. Do not activate the wall thermostat
at this time. It is most important that you wait at least 12 hours before
allowing the air conditioner to function. This will allow a heater at the
compressor to warm up the oil within for an easy start and prevent compressor
damage
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b.
When the 12 hours have elapsed, turn the switch at your wall thermostat
to the "COOLING" position and set temperature dial 2 to 3 degrees
less actual room temperature. Outside unit and furnace blower should start
immediately. Within half an hour, cooling should be noticeable at register
outlets. Regular normal settings for air conditioning are 75F or 24C.
c.
If the outside unit did not start after following the above steps, check
for blown fuses at the main air conditioner disconnect or circuit breaker.
2. EFFICIENCY
To get the most efficiency from your air conditioner:
a.
Furnace filter should be cleaner or replaced once a month during the cooling
season. Dirty filers can create a frost-up condition and damage the seal
system.
b. Make sure all hot air
registers in the basement are closed and that all registers and air return
outlets on the upper floors are open and free of obstructions.
c. If you have a by-pass
humidifier installed on your furnace, the damper should be closed to prevent
improper circulation of cool air.
d. The outside condensing
unit should be free of dead leaves and grass, and the winter cover (if any)
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