Avanti Problems With Your Air Conditioner?, Troubleshooting Guide, Possible Cause

PROBLEMS WITH YOUR AIR CONDITIONER?

You can solve many common air conditioner problems easily, saving you the cost of a possible service call. Try the suggestions below to see if you can solve the problem before calling the service .

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

	PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE			SUGGESTED SOLUTION
Air conditioner does not		No power to the unit.			Check connection of power cord
operate.					to power source.
					The circuit breaker tripped or a
					blown fuse.
					Set OPERATION knob to
					position other than “OFF”.
Inefficient or no cooling.		Dirty air filter.			Clean or replace air filter.
					Check with dealer to determine
		Inappropriate capacity for			proper unit capacity for
		application.			application.
					Remove obstruction from grille
		Blocked airflow.			or outdoor louvers.
					Let fan run to restart
		Power interruption, settings			compressor (in approximately
		change too quickly, or			10 minutes.)
		compressor overload		tripped.
Noisy unit.		Loose parts.			Tighten loose parts.
		Inadequate	support.		Provide additional	support to
					unit.
Odors.		Formation of mold, mildew, or			Remove drain plug and drain
		algae on wet surfaces.			base pan.
					Replace drain plug.
					Clean unit thoroughly.
Water dripping outside.		Condensation run-off is normal			Add flexible tubing to		redirect
		during hot and humid weather.			water flow.
Water dripping inside.		Unit is not properly angled to			Unit must be installed on an
		allow water to drain outside.			angle for proper condensation
					run -off. Check the unit and
					make adjustments.
Ice or frost build-up.		Low outside temperature .			When outdoor temperature is
					approximately 65ºF or below,
					frost may form when unit is in
					cooling mode. Switch unit to
					FAN (only) operation until frost
					melts.
		Unit air filter is dirty.
					Remove and clean filter.

NOTE:

If circuit breaker is tripped repeatedly, or fuse is blown more than once, contact a qualified technician.

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