Why they happen, What they cost, And how to prevent them......
2% BURNT/LOOSE WIRE
REASON FOR FAILURE:
Faulty connection
Power surge
SOLUTION:
Repair connection
locate source of power surge
5% CAPACITOR
REASON FOR FAILURE:
Age
Leaking
Plate/insulator deterioration
Power surge
SOLUTION:
Replace capacitor under 10 years
Recommend replace outdoor unit over 10 years
5% COMPRESSOR
REASON FOR FAILURE:
Refrigerant slugging
Worn valves
Voltage surge
Short cycling
SOLUTION:
Replace compressor under 5 years
Recommend replace outdoor unit over 5 years
5% CONDENSER COIL
AIR RESTRICTION
REASON FOR FAILURE:
Dirt build-up
Plant debris
Bent fins
SOLUTION:
Clean coil
Straighten fins
THIS COMPLETES PART TWO. PART THREE WILL CONSIST OF:
CONDENSER COIL LEAK---------- CONDENSER FAN MOTOR
CONDENSOR FAN--------CONTACTOR
Remember your questions about these 23 problems are very welcomed. Just e-mail them to moldandairtests@gmail.com. I will post the question and find the answer. Thanks very much in advance for your anticipated partisipation.
Jacob Mermin CHI/CMI
www.mermininspections.com
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