How To Clean Your 1 Ton Capacity Air Conditioner

During summers, the biggest blessing that comes to mind is owning a working air conditioner. Keeping in mind the harsh Indian summers, the ideal AC that helps keep the summer sweats and discomfort at bay will be a 1-ton air conditioner. With frequent usage of AC at homes and in offices, you have to ensure the cooling efficiency of your 1-ton air conditioner. The best way to ensure you get a good deal out of your AC price is to routinely clean it. Here are some ways to clean your 1-ton capacity air conditioner:
 

1. Switch off the AC and keep the surroundings clean while cleaning the AC
 

This is an easy but crucial step to follow. First, make sure that your 1-ton capacity air conditioner is switched off; you can even take out the plug from the socket to be sure. Once you have switched off the AC, place a newspaper or towel below, as while cleaning the surroundings, the dust particles accumulate, along with the dirt and water from the AC. It is prudent to wear a mask while cleaning your AC.
 

2. Open your AC and clean filters
 

Gently open your 1 ton ac and proceed to clean the filter. If your filters are clogged and dirty, they will block normal airflow, and reduce the efficiency of the AC significantly. To clean the filter, just put it under running tap water, and you can either dry it in the sun or place it under a fan. In some cases, if the filter is too dirty, you can even consider replacing it. A clean filter can lower your 1-ton air conditioner's energy consumption by 5% to 15%.

3. Clean Cooling coil
 

The cooling coil has a major impact on the cooling of your 1-ton capacity air conditioner, and therefore having dirt and other debris on it will not give you optimum cooling. To clean the cooling coil, use any toothbrush in an upward to downward motion. Remember to take precautions, and keep your hands safe since the fins of the coil are sharp.
 

4. Spray antifungal cleaner onto the coils to prevent mold
 

Use any antifungal cleaning spray to disinfect and sanitize the back of your 1-ton air conditioner, where pollutants and contaminants would most likely form. Spraying a cleaner will help prevent deadly toxic particles, and spores from growing on your appliance. Keep in mind to allow at least 5 minutes for the spray to set properly, before you put the air filters back.
 

5. Close the AC and clean the outer body
 

Once you are done with cleaning the filter and the coils, you need to put them back to their original position, and close the indoor unit and lock it. Finally, all you need is a dry cloth to clean the outer body of the AC and switch on your 1-ton air conditioner to check the cooling.
 

6. Hire a professional
 

Although air conditioner cleaning is something that can be done by everyone easily at home if your 1-ton air conditioner needs more than regular cleaning and maintenance, hire a technician. A well-trained technician will find and fix problems in your air conditioning system, something you will not be able to do.

To beat the heat this summer, purchase your favorite air conditioner model by heading over to the Bajaj Finserv EMI Store. It is India’s first-ever EMI-only online store that offers a wide range of products from trusted brands across the globe. You can even use your Bajaj Finserv EMI Network Card to purchase the AC model on no-cost EMIs, with flexible tenors ranging from 3 months to 24 months.