| We recommend that all central air conditioner repairs | | | | from the air conditioner condenser's fins. |
| must be handled by an EASY AC Repair Specialist. | | | | 4) With a soft brush, clean dirt and debris from the |
| Following, you'll find guidance to diagnose the problem | | | | fins. Very carefully, vacuum the fins with a soft |
| based on symptoms. | | | | vacuum brush attachment. Be careful, and do not |
| Air conditioner is not cooling- | | | | damage the fins. |
| Typically, when an air conditioner runs and doesn't | | | | 5) Now for the top grille- Locate the screws, |
| push cold air may just need to be cleaned. This | | | | unscrew and remove from the unit. The fan may be |
| diagnosis is best performed on a warm to hot day. | | | | attached to the grill. If so, take careful steps not to |
| Make sure to read your owner's manual before | | | | disconnect wires. |
| performing steps below. | | | | 6) Once inside, begin hosing down the fins lightly. To |
| 1) Make sure power is off to the unit. If not, locate | | | | much water pressure can damage the fins. |
| the shut off panel which is normally near the house | | | | 7) Assemble the unit as you found it. |
| wall next to the outdoor unit. If the shut off panel is | | | | 8) Now time to test. Reset the power and set the |
| not located there, shut off the air conditioner's switch | | | | thermostat to a cool temperature, around 72 |
| at the main electrical panel. | | | | degrees should work. Let the air conditioner run for 5 |
| 2) Find the outdoor condenser and clean all dirt, | | | | minutes. Now, feel the two pipes that connect to the |
| leaves and debris away. | | | | condenser unit. One of the pipes should be cold, and |
| 3) Locate the protective grille or cover and remove | | | | the other should feel warm. |