# 1– My Condenser Does not Run.
There are a few issues that you can fix yourself in the event your condenser isnt working properly. Believe it or not, many times a condenser isnt working because of a lack of power. Check for blown fuses to replace and take a look at the circuit breakers at the main entrance panel. Another possible small fix is simply that your thermostat maybe set too high. Lower your thermostat 10 degrees to check and see if this is the issue. If the compressor still does not work properly it could be due to a defective motor or damage to the compressor. In the event that its neither your unit lacking power nor a thermostat issue, its best to call a qualified repairman.
# 2– Uneven Cooling
When your air conditioning unit has uneven cooling, its typically just one issue. Air conditioners normally will deliver uneven cooling when the circulation system is out of balance Air Conditioning Service Colorado Springs Colorado . The solution is obvious, balance the system out.
# 3– Inadequate Cooling
When your apartment or house is experiencing insufficient cooling, there are normally 3 root causes. The first thing to check is your thermostat to see if its set too high. If your thermostat is set low enough an additional cause is that your evaporator might need to be cleaned. The last possibility is simply that your unit is too small to effectively cool your living space. If thats the case, youll want to call an expert and replace your air conditioning unit with a larger system.
# 4 Unit Does not Cool
Again, check your thermostat and make sure its lower than the outside temperature. Frequently if AC units are not cooling, a common reason can be a dirty condenser that requires cleaning. When you go about cleaning the condenser, remember that youll also want to clean the fins and straighten them out if necessary. An additional possibility is that air flow into the condenser unit is being impeded by fragments such as weeds, grass or vines. Youll want to eliminate the fragments and give your unit at least a few feet of space so air can effectively flow around your AC unit. Double check and make certain the evaporator is clean.
If your unit still does doesnt work, youll want to call a qualified professional because most likely either the compressor is faulty or there isnt enough refrigerant inside the system.
# 5 Condenser Unit Turns off and On
If your condenser turns off and on consistently, there are normally 3 possible reasons. Your condenser or evaporator needs cleaning. The last possibility is that the condenser unit is blocked and there is not proper air flow.
If there are issues beyond ones that can be self diagnosed and fixed it is highly advised that you call a qualified air conditioning repairman.
