How to Clean a Window AC

First, remove the face panel or grill cover from the window A/C. Use a screwdriver to dismantle the grill. Wipe the grill with a damp cloth and keep it aside. Now, remove the filter from the A/C. The filter will contain some dust and debris. Wipe away the debris with the hose brush from the filter. Flip it over and clean it thoroughly. This will take 1 or 2 hours to be cleaned. Keep the filter aside once cleaned.

The inner cabinet includes several crucial components: the drain pan, fan, blower, evaporator, and condenser. Follow these steps to ensure a thorough cleaning:

Vacuum the Interior:

Use a vacuum with a brush attachment to gently clean dust and debris from the drain pan, fan, and blower. Be careful not to damage any delicate parts.

Clean the Coils:

• Locate the aluminum coils on the evaporator and condenser. Check the user manual if needed.
• Use a fin comb to carefully clean the coils, then spray some water from a sprayer to rinse them.

Straighten Any Bent Fins:

• If any fins are slightly bent, use a fin comb to straighten them.
• For heavily damaged fins, it's best to seek professional help.

Use the hydrogen peroxide sprayer and spray some into the AC cabinet. Hydrogen peroxide sprayer help effectively treats minor cuts in a machine. It cleans the debris through tiny areas. Similarly, spray some on the exterior. Take slightly damp cloth and wipe both interior and exterior. Remove all the debris from both areas.

After cleaning and drying the parts, check for any signs of damage. Once they are dry, reassemble all the parts of the window A/C (the panel, the filter, and the coils). Use your owner’s manual to see how to fit the parts back at right angles. Place the filter and the panel back in the right place before turning on the window A/C unit.

Put on the window A/C once you place back all the parts. Listen for any unusual noises to make sure the A/C is working properly.

Change The Worn Ac Filter Every Three Months

The filter is exposed to dust and debris frequently. It is important to change the filter every month. You can also replace the filter every three months. If your A/C filter is worn, change it to a new one. Take the new filter and place it in the same place where the old filter was installed.

Additional Tips For Maintaining Your Window Air Conditioner Frequently

To keep your window A/C functioning right, regularly clean and repair it.

1. Clean and replace the air filter every month or three.
2. Check and clean the coils and repair them if there is any sign of damage.
3. Periodically check the drain channels to ensure they are not clogged. It will prevent the unit from humidity. And will avoid any moisture dripping inside your home.
4. Ensure there are no gaps between the A/C and the window frame. Use air conditioner weather stripping around the unit to keep the cool air inside and hot air out. Check this during the installation and at the start of the summer.
5. When not in use, cover the window A/C unit with a cover. It will protect the A/C from dust and extreme weather conditions.
6. While installing, place it slightly backward. It will allow proper drainage from the back of the unit where water is supposed to exit.
7. Keep curtains, blinds, and furniture away from the window A/C unit. This will ensure proper airflow and better performance of your window A/C.