In order for the climatic equipment to work smoothly for a long time, it is required to carry out timely refueling and maintenance of air conditioners. Professional installation does not protect against refrigerant leaks, equipment life is depleted, and various kinds of malfunctions appear. The most common reason for calling technicians is refrigerant leaks. Often, cleaning and refueling the air conditioner is enough to return comfort and coziness to the room.
Why is it necessary to refuel and clean the air conditioner?
During the year, at least 8% of the refrigerant evaporates from the air conditioner. If inaccuracies are made during installation, this figure increases significantly. The lack of 15 - 20% freon is already noticeable at work: refrigeration capacity decreases. At the same time, the compressor works to its fullest. Ice blocks appear on the outdoor unit.
Cleaning the air conditioner is no less important, a favorable environment for the habitat and reproduction of pathogenic agents is created inside the case. If the coarse filters are not washed for a long time, the intensity of the air flow will noticeably decrease.
It takes 20 minutes to 2 hours to fill and clean the air conditioner. Before them, it is necessary to carry out diagnostics, determining the places of leaks and possible malfunctions. And also vacuum - cleaning of pipes from liquid, air, possible mechanical impurities.
Cleaning and refueling air conditioners is a standard service of all service centers. By signing a service agreement with them, the client automatically receives diagnostics as well.
When should the air conditioner be refilled?
Refueling and maintenance of air conditioners are necessary in the following cases:
- after lengthening the freon line;
- with poor rolling during installation;
- after the repair of the freon pipe or the outdoor unit of the air conditioner;
- when there are signs of a lack of refrigerant.
The main signs of a lack of refrigerant (the need to repair and refuel the air conditioner) include poor air cooling and freezing of a snow coat at the pipe joints and the outdoor module.
When should the air conditioner be cleaned?
The following signs indicate the need to clean the air conditioner:
- musty smell when starting up;
- weak air jet at the outlet;
- poor air cooling.
More often it is necessary to clean the equipment if it is located at a low height relative to the ground, with high air humidity, with strong dustiness and air pollution.
