To keep your air conditioning unit in good shape, you need to not only have it
serviced regularly and keep a good repair company's phone number at the ready,
you also need to take some basic maintenance steps yourself. One of the most
important parts of the AC unit is the fan, so follow these three steps to keep
your fan in optimal working condition.
1. Clean
Because so much air
moves past it, the fan is a prime candidate for rust. It can also get a lot of
dust and grime buildup. You should clean your fan occasionally (remember to
disconnect the unit from power before opening it) with a damp cloth. You can
also spray it with an anti-rust spray to protect it.
2. Check screws
Loose screws can
become a big problem with your AC fan because they allow the fan to hang
crooked. This means your fan blades can smash themselves against other bits of
the unit with every spin, bending and nicking the blades. So every time you
open your unit, remember to tighten up your fan blade screws.
3. Lubricate
Unlubricated fans
sometimes make annoying sounds, but more often they just quietly run at a
sub-optimal level. Regular lubrication is a must, so try to find some special
HVAC lubricant (or just use a regular lubricant if need be) to keep spinning
components working smoothly.
Use these tips to
prevent and manage any AC fan problems. If you have problems with some other
part of your unit, feel free to contact
us any
time for repairs.
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