What to check for my spring heat pump or air conditioning cleaning.
1.check your filters are clean,
dirty filters can cause the system to short cycle or fault, it happens when it can't draw enough air in, a bit like suffocating. This can also lead to over heat or supercooling for to long causing icing up and leaking water into the home.
2.Check there is no build up of lint or dust on the coil fins.
The Coil fins are radiator looking thing you see when you remove the filters.
If there is a build up of lint , dust, mould on the fins you need to remove this with a brush or vacuum. Be careful not to bend the fins as they are very soft.
If there is a build up on the fins, when cooling it will allow ice to attach and this will lead to leaking and water damage inside the home or office.
3. Disinfect the system.
By using Supercell.co.nz DIY Home Heat Pump Air Conditioner Cleaner you can kill water and air bourn bacteria that will grow in the appliance. if this is not kept under control the appliance will be come a virus & bacterial canon causing sickness in the home or office.
It is law for a public buildings to have HVAC systems cleaned no less than 3 times a year to get there warrant of fitness ( 12A ).
4. clean covers air outlets, (appliance off & power off) and all surfaces with Supercell.co.nz DIY Home Heat Pump Cleaner.
Cleaning should be at least 4 times a year minimum or as required.
Poll: Should all neighbours have to contribute to improvements?
An Auckland court has ruled a woman doesn’t have to contribute towards the cost of fixing a driveway she shares with 10 neighbours.
When thinking about fences, driveways or tree felling, for example, do you think all neighbours should have to pay if the improvements directly benefit them?
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81.9% Yes
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15.3% No
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2.7% Other - I'll share below
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What's your favourite tomato recipe?
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