How To Prepare Air Conditioner for the Summer
Summertime in Littleton, Colorado, often brings with it ice cream and other cold desserts, loose and comfortable clothing, beach trips and family vacations abroad, and more. But it’s also that time of the year when temperatures can skyrocket, so make sure that your AC unit is in perfect condition to handle the often humid climate. Here are some easy things that you can do to be sure that your AC is ready to handle the increased workload. Switch Off Your AC’s Power Make sure your AC unit’s power supply is switched off before you start working on it. You’ll want to switch off the circuit breaker that the unit is connected to. You’ll also want to switch off the separate power supply for the condenser, which is found in the service panel. Depending on your AC model, you may also find a 240-volt weatherproof disconnect box near the condenser. Switch that off. Clean Your AC’s Filters If you just recently replaced your filters, you can simply clean off the light dust and debris accumulation. But if your furnace or air-handler filters haven’t been changed for some time now, like in the past year, you may want to replace the filter...
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