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Top 5 Reasons Why Your Air Conditioner Is Overheating
1. Long hours of running
Your aircon might be running for over 24 hours which can result in overheating. Do give it a break to to cool it down.
2. Low Refrigerant
Low refrigerant levels cause the aircon to not function optimally, which can result in overheating. If you have recently filled the refrigerant gas then possibly there might be a leakage which needs to be fixed by professional service.
3. Condenser Placement
The condenser must be placed outside your house in an open area, for the heat to be released to the atmosphere. Placing the condenser in a congested area can often cause overheating because the heat from condensor is not released efficiently.
4. Bad Or Dirty Air Filters
Air filter are literally filters attached to vents of the fan. When they are not functioning properly because they are clogged up with dirt, the air cannot flow outwards causing the pressure to build up within the unit and forces the aircon to work harder which results in heating. The filters need to be cleaned or replaced if severely damaged.
5. Clogged Or Broken Evaporator Coils
Evaporator coils can be found behind the blower and is a vital component where the regrigerant gas is held to absorb the heat. Sometimes just cleaning them will fix the problem, in worst cases they might need a replacement.
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