Split air conditioner is one of the most popular home air cooling appliances at this time. It is usually divided into two main units that are indoor unit and outdoor unit (compressor & condenser). Both are connected with refrigerant pipes. The big advantage of the split system is quieter, particularly if we compare to free standing units like portable air conditioners and window air conditioning units. Therefore, split ac systems are favorite choice for rooms where the silent is so valuable, such as office room, bedroom, and so on.

Like other home appliances, split air conditioners also require the proper maintenance to ensure they keep working powerfully and efficiently and also helpful to make them last longer (more durable). The high efficiency performance indicates the unit will not work harder and will not consume the electric energy higher than it normal should be. The totally maintenance should be done minimum two times a year (pre-season maintenance and storage maintenance). The other factors that can influence the performance of the unit is the way on how you operate it daily and the weather condition of your local area. The following is some helpful information about maintenance of split air conditioner on how to make your unit keep running optimally and efficiently and (once again) last longer:

1. Perhaps it is so familiar recommendation for homeowners (include you), that’s right; check the air conditioning filter regularly. Make sure it is not too dirty that will make the fresh cool air output cannot be released properly and even dirtily. The period of cleaning or even replacing of it is dependent on the quality of the filter itself. But usually around one to three months.
2. Then the other part that usually should also be inspected regularly is the important part of outdoor unit that is compressor. It usually has function to compress and convert the low pressure to the high pressure. It is also functioned to throw out the hot air and keep the boiling point by removing the vapor from evaporator. Overall, compressor has the important function to ensure the unit runs well. Therefore, it is better to clean compressor regularly. We can use specific oil for compressor cleaning to make easy the cleaning process.
3. If the unit works less powerful then it could be caused by the poor performance of evaporator coil. The coil usually will absorb the heat and distribute it to compressor. So, if there is old or poor evaporator coil then better you replace it in order to improve the air circulation.
4. Air ducts are usually designed spread through out the house. So it is not too bad idea to do the duct cleaning to make ducts free from the dust collected.
5. Check also the refrigerant pipes regularly and ensure there are no leaks. If you find leaks, better you contact a HVAC company to fix it out.
6. Then if there is ice-block then it could make the unit cannot produce the fresh cold air properly. The ice-block problem signifies the refrigerant is improperly low and should be replaced.
7. For the best result, it is better to sign a maintenance contract with a professional HVAC contractor, at least once a year.

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