for those with mini-split AC systems...

[Phillthy]

i think it goes without saying that having clean filters on the indoor unit is paramount. as they get clogged the cooling capacity of the unit is drastically reduced. for this same reason we change out the filters in our home central AC units. now, what to do if you notice a decrease in cooling as compared to the unit when it was brand new yet it still has clean filters????

look into the unit where the air blows out from the bottom. there is a long squirrel cage type blower fan that blows out the cool air into the room. if there is even a small amount of dust/mold/gunk on the fan the unit will not be able to cool properly. this can happen without any noticeable dirt in the filters. clean this fan and you will be much happier. i lost 10 degrees of cooling due to crud on my fan!

keep it clean, green, and stay safe.

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[the gnome]

wow.. 10points is a butt load of cooling potential lost

big thanks for the heads up on that philthy
I just got my mr slim
I'm going to check it before Its even used and make sure i put that one
on my maintenance schedule list.

 

[dalilguy]

Definitely a good tip for the masses Phillthy! Especially the fellas running coco an other dirt type mediums, after a while that shit starts to cake up everywhere.

 

[Phillthy]

i will warn you this is pretty nasty... the fan is behind the front grate. it is the part in focus.

 

[the gnome]

DBL poast

 

[the gnome]

yup.. pretty filthy phillthy

looks like it could be a possible vector for mold and the fan would be a slinging that
crap everywhere in the room.
not good for the plants or you!

 

[Zumie]

Thanks man, just installed mine today and thats helpful!

 

[875]

how long from new/clean to that level of nastiness ???

 

[Phillthy]

6 months

 

[Scottish Research]

You guys install your own?




R.Fortune

 

[Normlfightr]

thats mold man, had the same thing happen to me.

i spray all my units with tea tree oil, mixed at 2 tsp per cup of warm water. it prevents the mold buildup substancially.