Recharge Window Air Conditioners
Over time you may notice your window air conditioner begin to blow warm air or not cool the room as quickly as it once did. Low refrigerant is the culprit. Instead of purchasing a new unit, buy a refrigerant kit at your local home improvement store and recharge your current unit. This is cost-effective and increases the lifespan of your current unit. Recharging your window unit takes a few steps and can be done as many times as needed throughout the warmer months. Does this Spark an idea?
Instructions
1. Remove the air conditioning unit from the window and place on a rag to protect the floor.
2. Remove the screws that hold the back metal casing; once removed; slide the metal casing off. This will reveal the compressor, a metal cylinder with hoses coming off it.
3. Examine the compressor and locate the larger of the two hoses. This hose will be used to recharge the unit.
4. Attach the service valve, the larger of the two valve connectors within the refrigerant recharge kit, to the larger hose on the compressor.
5. Attach the tap valve, which is the smaller of the two valve connectors within the refrigerant kit, into the smaller hose on the compressor.
6. Turn the air conditioning unit to the highest setting to allow the flow of refrigerant to begin.
7. Charge the unit until the can of refrigerant is empty. Disconnect the valves from the compressor hoses. Replace the metal protective casing and tighten the screws in place to ensure the casing is secure. Replace the air conditioner in the window and secure as necessary. Repeat this process whenever recharging is needed.
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