AC

AIR CONDITIONER Maintenance & Tune-Up Checklist

Every AC system will be a little different when it comes to it's needed maintenance, depending on its age and equipment type. But there are a number of steps that will stay the same for every central air conditioning tune-up, below is an example of the steps our technician might take on a normal air conditioning tune-up service call:

• System Inspection:
  • Outdoor System
    • Inspect the outdoor blower motor and fan to make sure it’s operating smoothly
    • Inspect the capacitor
    • Inspect the contactor for burn marks or signs of ware
    • Carefully check the high voltage for burn marks or signs or ware
    • Check the outdoor unit coil for damage or anything that might affect airflow, clean if necessary.
    • Check the outdoor disconnect
    • Check refrigerant lines and insulation and ensure they are properly supported.
  • Indoor equipment:
    • Check indoor unit(s) to see if they are level and secure
    • Inspect the indoor unit filters for dirt or debris, and clean if necessary.
    • Replace disposal air filters with new ones if necessary quality replacements.
    • Inspect the indoor coil to ensure that it is not dirty, clean if necessary.
    • Check the indoor unit fan and fan motor.
    • Examine the system ductwork and ensure that it’s properly sealed and secure
    • Check the condensate lines and any condensate pumps in the system
  • Start-up System and Test:
    • Perform a full operating test
    • Test wired thermostat operation and replace any control batteries as needed
    • Measure and document the temperature rise on the indoor coil
    • Measure and document the outdoor unit amp draw